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MSS 229 – James E. Talmage Journals (Series 1, Vol. I - Vol. XII)
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	James E Talmage

	Private Journal
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Vol. I

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Private
	Journal
J. E. Talmage ,
	Provo, Utah
		December 1879

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Introduction
		Private Journal			

			of
	James Edward Talmage.
In the month of December A.D. 1879 I re-
solved to carry into execution an idea
whose advantages I had been carefully
considering for some time and had now
become fully convinced of their multi-
plicity - that of keeping a diary or
journal of the most important events of
my life.
	Items occuring prior to this date
I have collected and arranged as best
information could be obtained concern
ing them through memory and other
reliable sources
	I was born Sunday September 21st
A. D. 1862 at the "Bell Hotel", then owned
and kept by my father in the town
of "Hungerford" County of Berkshire
England. My father by name "Gabriel
James Joyce Talmage" was the son of
"James Edward Talmage" of Ramsbury, 
Wiltshire, England, and "Mary Joyce"
of Sambourne; and my mother, <Susannah Priater> the 
daughter of "James E. Praeter" of Sambourne

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Introduction
Wiltshire England, and of "Sarah
Martin" of Broad Henton Hills, England
I was the eldest son of the family, though
not the eldest child, one daughter—
"Patience Talmage" being born before me.
She died when about two years of age 
however.
	When about two years of age I
was taken to live with my grand-
father James Ed. Talmage, at Ramsbury
where I remained for three years, atten-
ding an infant school at different times
At the age of five, I returned to my par-
ents in Hungerford, and attended school
at irregular intervals for a period of three
years. (omission per page 3#;) May 8 1874 I passed, an examina-
tion of the "Oxford Diocesan Association" in
the "Hungerford National School" and obtain-
ed, a second class certificate. Shortly after
this I withdrew from School to accom-
pany my grandfather on a tour through
Berkshire and Hampshire, returning about
the middle of June 1874, soon after which
my grandfather was attacked by sickness.
I remained with him at the home in "Rams
bury during his illness which lasted about
four weeks. His death occurred July 16" 1874.
Having been very closely attached to him

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#See "Additions" No 1 page 260.

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his death affected me severly; and
the more so as I had never before lost
a near relative to my knowledge. I be-
gan to reflect seriously on his actions
as brought up by memory to note them
very closely, and at length to meditate
on his present lot; fully knowing he died
in the possession of the priesthood and
a firm belief ,and faith in the
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day-
saints. One night while meditating in
this manner I received a very curious
dream concerning him, (the, details 
are probably immaterial) which had
the effect of so firmly imprinting
on my mind the conviction that his
lot was "allright", that not the slight-
est doubt in that respect has ever 
been entertained. 
# On October 10" 1873, while working after night-
fall - a very, dark night, a fearful acci-
dent occured. My brother Albert, then about
—6 - years of age came quietly towards me
as I was still working with a digging -
fork in my hands; he gave no notice
of his approach and until he screamed
I had not an idea he was near me; then
to my horror I discovered that while in the

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act of pitching with the fork I had struck 
him with the tool, one grain piercing the
ball of his left eye. This organ was finally 
entirely removed, though not before the right
had become symphathically affected, and 
he was almost absolutely blind, being only 
enabled to distinguish very bright colors
and then only when within a few inches
of the eye. — "True, evils must come; but
woe unto them by whom they come." I
need say nothing in regard to my feelings
and reflections at this mishap; but that my 
relief lies in the promise pronounced on him
by the priesthood of God that he shall
recover. 
	My father was making calculations
to emigrate with his whole family to Utah, 
America, at the time of my grandfather's 
demise; then however he was necessitated to
remain in England until affairs were
settled. He moved with his family from Hun-
gerford to the family estate at Ramsbury,
where all remained until a sale was ef-
fected. We left Ramsbury and enrolled as
Mormon emigrants set out on our journey to
America, May 22nd 1876. Set sail on board the
Steamship "Nevada" of "Guion Line of Steamers"
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ident of our company was "John Woodhouse",
a returning missionary. Voyage lasted twelve
days, during which one severe storm
was experienced, though on the whole a
pleasant voyage must be chronicled.
June 5, 1876 landed in good health at
Castle Gardens, New York U.S. America;
and following <our> journey, <we> started June 6, on
board cars, and arrived in Salt Lake City
Utah, June 14" 1876, where we remained one
week. June 21" left for Provo City Utah Co, where
my father purchased a house and lot and
we made our home.
	August 21st 1876 I entered the Grammar
Department of "Brigham Young Academy",
operating in Provo under the principal-
ship of Professor Karl G. Maeser. I attended
the institution without interruption for
about three terms (thirty weeks), when
I withdrew to assist my father in other
duties, Reentered in Normal Dept, August
1877. At the same time accepted a position
as recorder of Intermediate Dept, which I
retained until close of third <first> term of that
school year—November 1877, when being severe-
ly attacked with brain fever I was com-
pelled to resign my position and withdraw
from school. Reentered however in January

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1878 and attended regularly until June 1878.
Again enrolled in Normal Dept. August 21 1878,
and accepted positions as Secretary of Faculty, <Clerk>
and B.Y. Academy Librarian. At this time I
was also officiating as Librarian, and
Secretary of III Ward Sunday School-Provo,
Secretary of "Young Men's Mutual Improve-
ment Association" and Librarian of B.Y. Academy
Polysophical Society, making six public offices
held cotemporarily. February 1879 was com-
pelled through indisposition to resign offices
in Sunday School and Y.M.M.I.A. after offici-
ating in them six months.
	Continued my attendance in B.Y. Ac-
ademy with little interruption, pursuing
common studies with exception of "Latin" and
"German" from the higher grade until
		June 15" 1879,
when I enrolled my name as one of a corps
of twelve candidates for Normal Diplomas
Theoretical examination lasted five days.
	       " 20 "
Obtained a Diploma—I Degree—99% in efficien-
cy and 100% in standing. Same date by
appointment delivered an address in the
public hall in behalf of the corps of gradu-
ates.		" 24 "
Obtained from Prof. K.G. Maeser a graduating

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See "Additions" No 3.
Page 260

(No 5
page 260)

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certificate of 100% efficiency for "Compos-
ition" From this date until ensuing Aug
ust spent my time on my father's farm; tak-
ing as much open air exercise as possible
Became associated with "Provo Home
Dramatic Company"  a company inaugu-
rated by and composed of the young people
of the city.
			August 21st
Entered the B.Y. Academy on a mo[-]inal
salary as teacher of intermediate and some 
Academic branches and continued my own
study of Latin and Natural Sciences.
	Continued in the office of Secretary
of Faculty; and additionally in that of 
Curator of B.Y. Academy Museum and
Laboratory. (See "Additions" No 4, page 260)
			December 9"
By request accepted the office of "Clerk
of Brigham Young Academy Priesthood Meetings"
				"	13
Accepted by request the office of "Librarian
of Brigham Young Academy Library."
				"	20
Same date the academy adjourned ses-
sion for Christmas vacation, was stricken with 
a severe attack of Quinsy ,an Ulcerated
Sore-throat. A strange fact is that within

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a few <days of same> date for seven consecutive years
an attack of the same disease had taken
place. Recovered from this attack how-
ever in time to resume duties at
the Academy at the close of vacation. 
			1880
				Jan. 5.
Compelled to withdraw from the Academy
for 1 week; occasioned by the death of
my sister - "Tilly Martha Maude Talmage."
Though scarcely pertaining to my own 
history, it probably would not be out
of place entirely, to mention a curious
circumstance connected with my sister's
life. Several times she was stricken with
such severe spells of sickness (her
ailings being mostly convulsive fits, or
affections of the throat) that her life
was again and again despaired of
nothing ever proving efficacious as a 
remedy, but the administrations of the
priesthood. However, precisely one year
previous to the date of her death, -
- Jan 5 1879 she was stricken extraor
dinarily severely, lying utterly uncon-
scious for  length of time. She ear-
nestly requested to be - administered to
by "Elder Karl G. Maeser," an intimate

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friend of the family, This was done
and on regaining consciousness as-
tonished all by relating, in her  child
like manner, what she had witnessed
during her suspension of conscious-
ness. She said, that while hands were
being laid on her by Elder Maeser,
that she had seen God: and ,described
him as being , a person who looked
as if covered with lamp oil, and set on
fire - (that probably being the nearest
comparison she was capable of
drawing) She went on to say, that
he had spoken to her , and called her 
"Tilly" instead of her proper name 
"Martha Maude", and had told her
that she would recover her health 
but furthermore promised her that
"he would call for her again."
The ensuing year she passed in
the best of health, being even  at-
tacked by summer spells which she
was never known to escape before, 
and which but few children in this 
climate , are known to escape;
but began to give symptoms of "Mem-
br[--]s cough", about the 3rd Jun. 1880. 
She rapidly progressed through the dif —

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ferent stages of the disease, all
efforts by the physicians proving fruit-
less. She again voluntarily called for
Elder Maeser to administer the or-
dinances to her. He did so several
times after her attack; each ad-
ministration acting as a stimulus
reviving her for a time. About 9 A.
M. on the 5", Elder Maeser again visited
her and told her he would come
and administer to her again at
12 o'clock. From the time he left until
12 o'clock she lay with her eyes on the
door in a sort of lethargy, though
fully conscious, moving only when
aroused to receive medicines. At
noon precisely, her mother requested her
to be moved from her position until
Bro. Maeser should come. Ten minutes
past twelve he had not yet arrived
and mother remarked that he was 
late. another said he was probably 
too busy and could not come. The
moment the child heard it she turned
her head, with no apparent change
in herself, and was dead. —
— What does this mean? Surely
a mystery is involved. One part of the

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affair is clear:  that child was
deemed worthy to receive a di-
rect revelation; in which a new 
name was given her — "Tilly", a name
she is never known to have heard
before; and from that time to the 
time of her , death, she would recog-
nise no other name but that. 
The mystery lies in this: how is it
that [---] administration can
be accepted, as all concerned bear
testimony that performed on her
just before her death was, and
yet the person dies? Does not this
show that the Lord works on 
principles not known to man? He
has promised that by complying
with certain conditions, what
is asked shall be obtained; in
this case the administration
was accepted and the child
taken from the earth. 
		Jan 15
Delivered a 45 minute lecture at
the Polysophical Society on "Crystaliza-
tion."
		Jan 21
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friend of mine and student of the
B.Y. Academy started with shot guns 
about 4 P.M. for the "Utah Lake", then
frozen, except in places, to kill water
fowel. Just before sundown, when
about to return home, we commen-
ced shooting a mark on the snow 
with our pocket derringers. We had
been so diverting ourselves for some
time when my friend was in the
act of placing another cartridge
in the chamber of his pistol; foolish-
ly having the weapon at full-cock, the
hammer fell exploding the cartridge.
The bullet passed through his right
hand, entering on the under side
of the fleshy part between the thumb
and first finger, and coming out
near the first bone of the "Metacarpus,"
passed over his right shoulder, and
by my left ear, actually striking
loose hairs on the left side of my head.
Mr Redd and myself at once bound
his hand in handkerchiefs and has-
tened to town where the wound was
dressed and with careful treatment
quickly healed.

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		Jan 31st
Having been busier than usual
for some time and feeling the need of
recreation I promised to join a par-
ty of students living at Lehi, a city 
about 18 miles north-west of Provo
in a "Grand Sapyian Party", to be held 
at Lehi, the same evening. The train
on which we expected to embark 
left Provo at 4:30 pm. Accidentally 
I missed the train; but not to be
foiled , after once making a deter-
mination and promise to be present,
rashly determined to make the trip
on horseback. I say "rashly" because
the weather was so severe that wad
travelling had been almost aban-
doned for the time. I left Provo
at 5 P.M, and reached my destin-
ation at 6:50. Twice I got actually 
benumbed with cold, and was com-
pelled to dismount and run some
distance. My chief difficulty was to 
ascertain when I was becoming col-
der than usual. However, I reached 
Lehi and spent a delightful evening.
I could scarcely help the querry cros-
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of myself in after years for such
rash undertakings? My only answer
can be  wait and see.
			Jan. 29"
Delivered an extempose lecture before
"Literary Section". Subject  "Man; as
he was, as he is."
			February 6.
Spoke extemporaneously in "Civil
Government Section", on the question
"Shall women receive the elective
franchise." Took the negative side,
which eventually proved victorious.
It might not be improper to state
here that the sides taken in such
discussions as on the above question,
in the Civil Government section, are not
always in accordance with my
correct views. The object of such
questions is to see what arguments
can be produced on either side. Hence
if the majority were on one side,
some might take the opposite even 
against their convictions.
	Same date had a young man 
arraigned before the court for abuse.
Some three evenings previous to date
while at the B.Y. Academy building.

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in the capacity of guardian, a
crowd of drunks attempted to force
the doors <some time after midnight.> with the person mentioned
above apparently as leader. I, in
company with  a friend, then staying
with me stepped to the door, with a 
lamp in my hand, and threw
it open. Someone in the crowd
fired a pistol. though no harm
was received by me or my friend. 
I, being armed stepped down from
the step to the crowd and de-
manded an explanation. Nothing
more serious than threats and
abuse assailed me; and eventually
the officers were summoned and
the leader of the gang <was> arrested.
		February 6.
Before Scientific Section of Polysophical
Society, delivered a lecture on "Custom
and its consequences" (Physically)/
		Feb. 10.
Lectured before the Literary Section on
"Custom, and its consequences," (Morally
and Intellectually.)
		Feb. 11
Undertook to teach in the B. Y. Academy
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		  March 10.
Agreed to teach an extra class in Pho-
nography outside of regular school hour
for convenience; recitation to commence
one hour previous to the regular opening
of the day's session
			Mar. 11.
Accepted an appointment as chair-
man on the committee for the pre-
paration of an "Academic Concert"
in the B. Y. Academy.
			April 2.
Delivered an address at the "Polysoph-
ical Society's Academic Concert," given
in the Academy building by the members
of the Society. Also sustained two other
characters, in a recitation and an 
operetta.
			Apr. 3.
Assumed the same characters on the 
stage as on previous day; the concert 
being repeated.
			Apr. 5.
Proceeded to Salt Lake City to attend
the "General Conference." During my stay
resided with my Aunt – Mrs Amos Hour.
			Apr. 6.
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day of Conference, as a reporter. In
the evening also attended the con-
ference of the Young Peoples' Societies
reporting here also.
			Apr. 7.
Attended both fore, & after-noon
sessions of conference, reporting in
both.
			Apr. 8.
Reported at morning session; at the
close of which conference adjourned.
Spent the afternoon in transacting
some business and visiting some
of the most prominent estab-
lishments in the city. Also sat 
for my photograph at the art
gallery of "Fox and Symons."
			April 9.
Returned to Provo in the morning.
Spent the remainder of the day
in preparing for the next term's 
school, commencing Apr. 12.
				" 12.
Reentered the B. Y. Academy as Dept.[-]
Teacher of Academic Dept A. Taught 
following branches during the en-
suing term: Phonography (2 classes),
Physiology; Academic Grammar, Aca-

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demic Penmanship, Latin Reading,
and Drawing.
				April 28.
<not [--]tion> Commenced a series of Practical Ex-
periments on living animals, before the
Physiology Class of B.Y. Academy.
				May 3.
Delivered a lecture on the "Crusades",
before the "Joint Session of the Y.M. and Y.L.
M. I. A. of II Ward, Provo.
				" 10.
Completed my reading of Libre I, II, III, & IV
of "C. Julu Caesarius Commentarii de bello
Gallico", under the tuition of Prof. K.G. Maeser.
				" 9.
Addressed the III Ward Meeting Provo City;
by call of Bishop
				" 16.
Visited the Ward Meeting of Lakeview. Ad-
dressed the meeting by request of Bishop.
				June 15.
Was appointed by Faculty of B.Y. Academy  as
a member of the Board of Examiners
for the "Examination of Normal Graduates
for 1880". To examine on "History", "Music" and
"Drawing."
				" 16.
Accepted an appointment as Captain

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of an anticipated excursion to take place
June 19, in honor of the corp of "Normal
Graduates" for the year 1880. Made a 
trip to Provo Canõn on horseback to select
suitable site.
				June 18.
Officiated as member of Examining Board
in "Public Examination of Graduates", this
being closing day of current school year.
				" 19.
Attended the excursion mentioned above,
in the capacity of captain. Excursion-
ists numbered about 50. Every thing passed
off orderly, nothing occurring to molest
peace or quiet.
				" 20.
Was waited on by a committee for the
celebration of foll<ow>ing July 4", to deliver an
oration in the Provo celebration. Accepted
the position.
				" 22.
Received notification to accompany Prof.
K. G. Maeser on an educational tour through
the northern counties of Utah Territory,
and southern part of Idaho. In consequence
of early date fixed for our starting was
compelled to decline the position of orator
in the coming celebration of July 4".

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				June 28".
Was ordained an Elder in the Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints under the
hands of Elder V. L. Halladay Prest. of Elders
Quorum and Karl. G. Maeser.
				" 29
In company with Prof. K. G. Maeser and Mr
Edw. Tanner, left Provo on our mission. Halted
at Lehi and Sandy and arrived in Salt
Lake City in the evening. While in this city, stayed
with Bro. Maeser at the residence of Mr Charles
Wilcher, I Ward a relative of Elder Maeser.
				" 30
Received instructions for the journey from
Prest. Taylor.
				July 1
Received for the party letters of authority
from Prest. Taylor; Dined with remainder of
the party at the residence of Mr Geo. Crismon.
In the afternoon proceeded to Bountiful, Davis
County. Through some delay, the authorities 
of this place had received no communi-
cation of our coming hence we proceeded
to Centreville via Sessions. Whole party stayed
at house of Prest. Smith - Prest. of Davis Stake.
No meeting held, notice having been delayed.
				" 2
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County, and leave Davis Co. until the return
trip. Proceeded to Kaysville. All stayed at
the house of Elder Barnes — Bishop's Councillor.
				—July 3.—
Proceeded to Ogden. Met Elder S. F Monch who
had been called to travel with us. I stayed
while in Ogden, at the house of Mr. Thos Hadley,
Tithing Clerk; the others stayed mostly with 
friends.—
  —	Found out that it is well to have plenty
of friends while travelling; never was in the 
northern settlements before, hence have no 
acquaintances; expect to make some before
leaving, however.—
				—"  4.—
Met with Bros. Maeser and Monch at the
Tithing Office, and arranged suggestive
programme of our trip. Being Sunday
agreed to commence our labors by addres-
sing the regular meeting. Bro. Maeser and
myself addressed the meeting. Attended the 
Fourth Ward Meeting in the evening; ad-
dressed that also.
				—''  5.—
Despatched letters of appointement to the
authorities of Box Elder and Cache Stakes.
				—''  6.—
Proceeded to Willard City, Box Elder Co.

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I stayed with Bro. Call. Meeting held in
the evening — full house. Already begin to
feel that we have something to do.
			—July 7.—
Visited the Willard City School. Made observations
in the arrangement of school, method etc.
Think probably I will do well to record in
my "Journal" the observations made in my 
different visits to schools. Perhaps I may be
able to direct my own course advantage-
ously – if I adopt the teacher's profession, –
by noting them. In the school in question:
ventilation and light convenient: utensils
ample. Teacher – Bro Chandler. Verdict of the
party = promising teacher: faithful laborer—
lacking method. — In the afternoon pro-
ceeded to Brigham City. Stayed with Bro.
Tanner at Bshp. Nichols. Held meeting in
the evening.– large attendance.
			—"   8.—
Visited Brigham City Seminary Teacher —
Bro. Box. Sight falls from right hand.
Heating apparatus in very disadvantageous
position. Apparatus – satisfactory. Black-
board in bad position as the light falls on it,
rendering it difficultly visible from some parts
of the room. Necessity of monetorial organ-
ization very apparent. Principle of concert

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recitation imperfectly developed. Insufficient
supervission held over those not engaged
in recitation.  In Arithmetic Analysis unheeded.
Firm adherence to book rules.  School records
imperfect.  Grading very defective. Primary
Grade left much too long—often an hour
and a half or two hours without recita-
tion. Too much attention paid to single pupils.
Tidiness and order not well cultivated. P[---]'s
Grammar—generally regarded as an
antediluvian relic firmly adhered to
Programme:—
<A.M.> 9-9.30 Arithmetic A.	9.30-10 Arithmetic B.
10-10.30 III Readers.			10.30-11 V Readers and Recess.
11-11.30 IV Readers.			11.30-12 Penmanship.
P.M. 1-1.30. Elemen. Geography.	1.30-2 Comparative Geog.
2-2.30 III Readers.				2.30-3. Recess.
3-3.30 Grammar.				3.30-4  Spelling.
Devotional Exercises regularly held and prin-
ciples of Gospel inculcated.
I am of general opinion that "Brigham City
School" is a far more, appropriate name that
"Seminary."—
In the afternoon visited the school at Three
Mile Creek. Programme of exercises is as follows:-
A.M. 9-9.15 III Readers.	9.15-9.30 II Readers.
9.15-9.45 I Readers.		9.45-10 Primers A.
10-10.15 Primers B.		10.15-10.30 Geography.

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10.30 - 11. Recess.	11 - 11.15 II Readers.
11.15 - 11.30 I Readers	11.30 - 11.45 Primer A.
11.45 - 12. Primer B.
P. M. 1 - 1.15 III Readers.	1.15 - 1.30 II Readers
1.30 - 1.45. I Readers.	1.45 - 2. Primerer A.
2 - 2.[-]15 Primer B.	2.15 - 2.30 Arithmetic.
2.30 - 2.45 Mental Arithmetic 2.45 - 3. Primer A
3 - 3.15 Primer B.	3.35 - 330 Spelling
In the district two teachers employed; one
for "Summer" and one for "Winter School."
So writing cultivated Ventilation good: light
from left and back, well regulated with blinds.
In the evening held meeting in "Court House."
Attendance large. After meeting the Brass
Band complimented the party with a seren-
ade, which was responded to by an address
from Bro. Maeser.
		July 9
In the morning visited Primary School
Teacher—Miss Wright. Remarks = Dicipline faulty.
to programme. Disorderly room Printing in
II Reader Grade Apparatus, i.e. desks, black-
board &c—poor.—  
Proceeded to Mantua, accompanied by
Teacher, Co. Supt. etc of Brigham City. Stayed at
the residence of Bshp. of Jensen. Visited school.
Teacher—Miss Alvira Reese. Remarks to read-
ing charts; one map only. All have not slates

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Penmanship conducted while other
classes are in progress. Light comes from
right and front. Programme as follows.
AM. 9-9.15 Arithmetic A.	9.15-9.30 Arthrimetic B.
9.30-10.30 Reading.—Primer, I, II, III, IV Readers.
10.30-11. Recess.	11-12 Primers and A. B. C. Classes.
PM. 1-1.30 Geography { A. 1.30-2. II Readers.
					B. 2.30-3 Primers and I Readers.
2-2.30 Recess.
3-4 Spelling A. B and C.
No crayons supplied. Method—very abstract.
Catechization—defective. Devotional Exercises
regular. School records—in order.
Held meeting in the evening. As usual
attendance was large.
		— July 10. —
Proceeded to Logan via Wellsville. Dined
at latter place at Bro. Owen's. Met Co. Supt.
in Logan. Arranged programme for Cache
Co. Party stayed at different places. I stayed
with Bro. Leishman—Senior Trustee.
			— " 11. —
Visited and addressed IV Ward Sunday School.
Also afternoon meeting in the Tabernacle,
and IV Ward Evening Meeting.
			— " 12. —
Visited Logan Temple, still in course of
erection. Visited only department there in
session of the Brigham Young College. Teacher;

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Bro. Apperly also Co. Supt. Remarks. Program[---]—
AM. 9 - 9.15 Opening Exercises.	9.15 - 10. Book of Mormon.
10 - 10.30 IV Readers	10.30 - 11.10 Arithmetic A.
11.10 - 11.30. Geography.	11.30 - 11.40 Miscellaneous.
11.40 - 12 Algebra.
PM. 1 - 1.25 Grammar A.	1.25 - 1.50 Arithmetic B.
1.50 - 210. History.		210 - 2.40. Language
2.40 - 3. Orthography.
Light comes from right hand. Teacher does
not, adhere to the subject; e.g. while in Book
of Mormon Class takes up time to discus at
length on the construction of sentences.
Reading from Church Works conducted too
much as mere reading or spelling exercise.
Apparatus—well supplied. Fine class accomoda-
tions. Students are allowed to select the read-
ing lesson by turns. Method—single exclusively;
too abstract; Arithmetical Analyses well
conducted. Maps supplied; geography, however,
generally conducted without them. At close
of school pupils are called each day to
read some select passage or sentiment.
Proceeded to Mendon. Two of the party stayed
at Bro. Willie's; two myself, included, at the hotel
Held; meeting in the evening. Good attendance.
	—July 13.—
Visited Mendon School: Mr Rees Teacher, an
assistant also supplied. Remarks—Dicipline

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	defective. Light from both sides No desks.
	Single Recitative Method. Printing on board
	- poor. Utensils and apparatus  "wanting."
	II Readers writing  well cultivated. Prog rame
	9-9.5 Devotional Exercises. 9.5-9.45-II, & III Rdrs. Spelling
	Primers Reading.
AM. 	9.45-10. Arithmetic A  I Readers
	10-10.20 Artithmetic B - I Rdr's Spelling
	10.20-10.45 Arithmetic C. Primary Arithmetic
	10.45-11 - Recess
	11-11.30 Arithmetic D - I Rdr's Arithmetic
	11.30-12. Promiscuous  ques. ans. Spelling Etc
PM.  1-1.5 Miscellaneous.
	1.5-1.30 Grammar A. - Primer's Reading
	1.30-2.15. Grammar B - I Reader's 	''
	2.15-2.40 Geography A  Primer's Spelling.
	2.40-3 Recess.
	3-3.25 II Readers. Primer's Geography.
		(Dismissal of Primary Grade)
	3.25-3.45 III Rdr's. Geography. 3.45-4 II Redr's Geography
	Apparatus faulty.
	Proceeded to Wellsvelle. Stayed at the
	residence of Bro. Owen's — Bshp's. Councillor.
	Held meeting in the evening. Good attendance,
	I was appointed to visit the Wellsville 
	Sunday School following Sunday.
				July 14.
	Proceeded to Paradise. In the forenoon visited

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the school. Teacher—Bro. Oldham.
Remarks:—Room unplastered. Light from
both sides. Backward reading in concert. Programme
A.M. 9 - 9.20 V Readers.	9.20 - 9.35 IV Readers.
9.35 - 10 Primers.	10 - 10.15 III Readers
10.15 - 10.30. II Readers.	10.30 - 10.50 Recess
10.50 - 11.15 I		11.15 - 11.40 Spelling A and B.
11.40 - 12 Penmanship—all grades.
PM. 1 - 1.15 Arithmetic A.	1.15 - 1.30 Arithmetic B.
1.30 - 1.45		"	C.	1.45 - 2. Primer.
2 - 2.10 Geography A.	2.10 - 2.25 Geography B.
2.25 - 2.40		"	C.	2.40 - 3. Recess.
3 - 3.15 I Readers.	3.15 - 3.30 III Readers.
3.30 - 3.45 II Readers.	3.45 - 4 Closing Exercises
Teacher very conscientiously occupies those not
engaged in in recitation to apparatus ex-
cept a set of charts—very much worn; and
a small counting machine. Good writing; good
discipline, regular devotional exercises. Incidental
Natural History. Held meeting in the evening.
Two of the party stayed at the residence of
Bro. Jackson, and two, myself included, at that
of Bro. Shaw—both Councillors to the Bishop.
	—July 15.—
Proceeded to Hyrum. Resided while here with
Bro. Allen—Trustee. Visited School No 1. Teacher—
Bro Olsen. Remarks—No Normal training
Concert reading conducted while class is

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in sitting posture. Dicipline fair; those those those
unengaged in recitation are mostly un-
occupied. Penmanship well cultivated.
Catechization-defective.
Programme not arranged regarding time
Classes taken through in regular order,
however,:- III-II-I-Readers Primers, Recess-
III Rdr's. Spelling-II Rdr's. Speling- I Rdrs Spelling
-Primers"- Arithmetic A,- B, - C, -Premiers
I Reader's Reading and Spelling. - Recess —
II Rdrs' Spelling and Reading, Georgraphy A-B. 
Primer's Spelling.
Expletives used too freely. Monitorial, assis-
tance employed. Maps and charts lacking.
Sight from both sides. Assistance given free -
ly, during reading, thus, destroying self
confidence in pupils. Orderly room. Bad
blackboard. No outside conveniences. 
In the afternoon visited School No 2. Teacher-
Bro. Thoreson. Programme - not arranged as
to time. Classes taken through in following 
order:  A.M. Reading, Spelling, Grammar.
P.M. Arithmetic, Geography,  Writing. 
Sight - from left and back well. Ventilation well. 
Room tastefully arranged. Dicipline good. 
though definite plan for school govern-
ment is lacking. No teacher's stand or place
for recitation. Held meeting in the evening.

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				July 16
Proceeded to Melville; but finding no schools
in session, party passed on to Logan. Spent
the day visiting the temple works, and places
of interest. Returned to Milville in the even-
ing. Held meeting in the Meeting House.
				'' 17
Proceeded to Logan. Spent the day in miscellan-
eous business; in the evening returned to Prov-
idence. and held meeting. No schools in session.
				'' 18
Returned to Logan in the morning. As per
previous appointment I proceeded to Wellsville.
On the wad had a "lively time." Did not
leave Logan until after 9 A.M., and Wellsville
Sunday School commenced at 10. Was provided
with a wild stubborn horse. Reached my destina-
tion, a little late. Addressed the Sunday School 
and, afternoon meeting of that place. In the even-
ing returned to Logan.
				'' 19
Proceeded to Hyde Park; held meeting. Stayed at
the house of Bro. Lamb.
				'' 20
Proceeded to Benson. Held meeting, at 10 A.M.
Dined withe Bro. J. Ricks. Same day, proceeded to 
Newton. Stayed with Bro. Baker - School Trustee.
Held meeting in the evening.

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				July 21st
Proceeded to Clarkston. Stayed at residence of
Bro. Jensen, Bishop's Councillor. Held meeting.
				'' 22
Passed on to Logan; in the evening moved
on to Smithfield. Stayed at residence of 
Bro. Baird. Held Meeting in the evening.
				'' 23
Reached Richmond. Stayed at house of
Bro. Harriss. Met with some old acquaint-
ances - Sis Gilbert, & family, whom I knew
in England. Held meeting in the hall.
				'' 24
Passed on to S[--] Stayed at house
of Bro. Rawlins. Held meeting.
				'' 25
Proceeded to Franklin, Idaho [-]err. Stayed
at residence of Bro Hatch Sen. Addressed
the regular meeting in the afternoon and
in the evening a joint session of the Y.M.
and Y.S.M.I Associations.
				''26
Reached Gentile Valley en route for
Soda Springs. Stayed at residence of Bro Har-
riss, brother to the Harriss of Richmond
				'' 27
Set out for Soda Springs. Overlook by storm.
Stayed during forenoon and dined at residence

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of Bro. Bennet: Reached Soda Springs in 
the evening. Stayed at residence of Bro. Horsley.
				July 28
Spent forenoon visiting "Springs." Water
appears to contain a great deal of iron,
together with alkalines. Pronounce it indeed
a fine locality for the naturalist, especially
the Chemist and Geologist. In the afternoon,
returning to Bro. Horsley's found that Bro. Hors-
ley's son, Herbert, had accidentally shot himself.
The young man, appears to have been hand-
ling a pistol, which he did not know 
was a self actor, when the weapon was
discharged, the bullet, -a large sized one,- 
entering the thigh, aboout two inches from
the ground, and ranging downwards lodged
on the cap of the knee, a little left of the
[---]re, right leg. When the accident hap-
pened the young man was about 10 miles
distant from home, alone; but drove home
himself. No one being present but his mother
& sisters, I washed the wound, and in the 
mean while sent for his father, who was in
the town. No surgeon being at hand, and the
wound being a dangerous one- the knee
swelling up very rapidly, at the express 
request of his parents, and by the council 
of Bro. Maeser, I attempted to extract the bullet.

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By the help of God, I succeeded with
no apparent serious consequences. Brother
Monch then, assisted me, and together we 
endeavored to cleanse the wound and
strap up the cut with plaster. The wound 
now, gave little pain, and the patient
soon slept. I sat up, during the night,
and knowing that sleep was the chief 
requisite, the young man being exhausted
by pain and loss of blood, endeavored to 
keep him sleeping, by applying cold water
to the wound whenever it became excess-
ively hot. In the morning no signs of any
inflammation were apparent, and the pa-
tient apparently soon to recover by God's help.
			July 29
Proceeded to Georgetown, dined with Bshp. Sewrs.
Finding no appointment made there, proceeded
to Montpelier via Bennington. Stayed at the house 
of Bro. Osborn- Senior Trustee. Held meeting.
					 "  30
Visited Montpelier School. Remarks: No desks
or maps: Punctuality defective among pupils,
Dicipline neglected. Single reading only. No
precise method. Proceeded to Liberty via [-]ird.
Stayed at Bro. Morgan's residence in Liberty.
Held meeting in the evening, in the 
Liberty Hall.

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					July 31.
Passed on to Bloomington via Paris.
Dined, at Paris with Prest. Stuckey. Stayed
at Bloomington at residence of Bro. Osmond,
Co. Sept. Dist. Schs. Held Meeting in the evening.
			     Aug. 1."
Returned to Paris: held meeting in the morn-
ing: German meeting in the afternoon, and
attended a joint session of Y.M. and YS.M.l.
associations in the evening. Stayed at the
residence of Prest. C. C. Rich.
				"2.
Proceeded to St Charles; stayed at Bshp. Hunt's, 
held meeting in the evening.
				"3.
Passed on to "Swan Creek". Spent the day
by the "Bear Lake," boating and bathing. Dined
at Bro. Cook's. Searched in the region for the
mythological monster, the supposed exis-
tence of which has given Bear Lake its
notoriety, but failed. In the evening passed
on to Garden City. Stayed at the residence
of Bshp Calder. Held meeting as usual. 
				"4
Passed on to Meadowville, and made an
appointment for meeting on following day.
Met Prest. Taylor, Prest, Thatcher and Snow
with party on the way. Continued on

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to Saketown. Stayed with Bro. Heston. Dined with
Bro. Spence. Held meeting in the evening.
			        Aug. 5
Returned to Meadowville. Stayed at the
residence of Bro. Chas. Eldredge. Held meeting.
					"6
Started from Meadowville for Huntsville —
Reached by evening "Hyrum Cheese Factory."
at which our party was accomodated for
the night - Bro. Rose.
					"7
Reached Huntsville Stayed at the house
of Bro. Chas. Wright.
				"8.
Visited Sunday School. Addressed that, also
the regular afternoon meeting. In the
evening Bros. Maeser and Monch proceeded
to Eden and there held meeting leaving
myself and Bro. Tanner to address the
joint session of Y.M. and Y.S.M.I.A.
			    "9.
Proceeded to Ogden. In the evening a 
lecture was delivered by Prof Maeser. Subject-
-"Pyramids of Egypt."  With this ended
our mission. In all we held about 38
or 40 meetings, besides visiting every school
we came to. Having learned that I would
be expected to conduct the "Chemistry" classes

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in the Brigham Young Academy for the en-
suing year and acting under the coun-
cil of Bro Maeser, and the sanction of Prest.
Taylor, I decided to take observations for about
two weeks from experiments by Mr Phos. Hadley, 
an English graduate in Chemistry. The Execu-
tive Committee of the B.Y. Academy kindly 
advanced me the means on my salary for 
the following year.
			Aug. 10
Parted with Bros. Maeser and Tanner who 
started to return home. Bro Mouch living in Og-
den. I engaged to board at Mr Hadleys
while in Ogden. Drew up a suggestive plan
for my guidance while staying here. Arranged
to take a short course in "Qualitative Chem-
ical Analysis." Purchased requisite chemicals,
and commenced my studies.
				" 24
Delivered a lecture before a public meeting 
in Ogden, under the auspices of the Improve-
ment Associations. Subject; "Custom and its 
Consequences." Was honored with a very large
attendance and high compliments from the
press. -
			"26<7>
Found I would be compelled to return to 
Provo at once, the ensuing year of the

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Academy opening on the 30" inst. Have en
-deavored while in Ogden to the best of my 
ability to take advantage of the opportunities 
and can readily perceive that the course 
has done me a great good. Reached
Salt Lake City on my way home. Spent the 
day visiting friends and transacting business.
While in Salt Lake stayed with my aunts fam-
ily. Mrs. Julia Howe.
			   Aug. 28.
Proceeded as far south as Lehi, stayed in 
this city on a visit.
   		              "29
Reached Provo again, after a very pleas-
ant though busy trip. Indeed very little 
vacation has fallen to my share this year.
			    "30
Received communication from the Board, 
that Seventy five Dollars ($75.00) per term
had been allotted as my [---]
for the ensuing year. This was the second 
advance in my wages since I first entered
Aug. 1819. Decided at once that I could not 
accept the offer. Consulted father and also
Bro. Maeser before giving an answer. Bro M. 
showed me that the Academy is a
missionary institution, and as I had
become connected with it I should keep on.

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Also that the teachers' salaries were not
fixed according to the labor, but rather
the standing or the order of then engage-
ments. The programme of my duties was 
as full as that of one fellow teacher especially
who received as compensation precisely double
my own amount. Had I given way to jeal-
ous feelings I should certainly have declined 
entering, but finally agreed to accept the a-
mount offered for the first term at the end 
of which I would tender my resignation if
the amount were not raised. Think perhaps 
I should be satisfied for I am indeed young. 
Entered the B.Y.Academy, therefore as Depart-
ment Teacher of Academic Department A. 
Branches to be taught by me, present terms-
Philosopy, Chemistry, Geology, Latin Reading
(Julius Caesar), Phonography and Academic
Penmanship and Grammar. Reaccepted 
the position to sleep in the Academy building
as guardian.
		    Sept. 1.
Received notice from the Secretary of the 
"Board of Directors" to resign my position
as "Secretary of the Faculty," which I had 
held for more than two years. Was indeed 
pleased to be released from the office as 
I had [---] occasion tendered my re-

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signation which had not been accepted but
felt decidedly uneasy as to the motives
prompting so peremptory a notice. Same date
was appointed in stead "Deputy Treasurer
of the Brigham Young Academy."-
-Can readily see that I will be busy during
the time I am in the B.Y.A. in present pos-
ition, for in my scientific classes I will have
a great deal of preparation to make in the 
way of experiments having no assistant.
Determined to prepare each day's lectures by 
mapping out my "Notes." It is indeed no hard
matter to persuade one's self that a subject
is known well enough when really prepara-
tion should be made. In order to avoid
superficiality will, if possible, map out notes
for each lecture, as a test. I really do not ap-
prove of the place of saying beforehand what
one intends doing, but if I write down my deter-
mination perhaps I might be more zealous in
keeping that determination.
				Oct. 10
Addressed the Sunday School and Ward
Meeting, III Ward, Provo, by call of the Bishop.
				" 23.
Was given the use of a small [---] in
the Academy building, which had been
fitted up as a small Laboratory, for my

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use in preparing scientific experiments.
Same date commenced the classification
of the B. Y. A. Cabinet.
			—Nov. 6.—
Addressed a communication to the Prin—
cipal – K. G. Maeser, stating the circumstances
of my engagement, and duties in and
with the academy, and desired a increase
of salary, but only to make my remunera–
tion proportionate with the others. Had a 
conversation with Bro Maeser: he showed
me that it would be better for me to re–
ceive gradual increases of salary than
a rapid raise. Counselled me to con–
tinue with the Academy. My own feelings
on the subject are these:– I do not like
the avocation of teaching, that is, as a 
District School teacher, and do not think
I could make money following that course.
Here in the Academy I am teaching all
higher, scientific of Philological branches;
in order to do which I am necessitated
to work up on the subject myself, there–
by opening up to me a field of research
which is almost, as beneficial as
regularly attending school. I have no de–
sire to get rich; that is not my object
at all, but I must sustain myself properly.

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Most boys of my age have gathered around
them property of some kind, but I have
neglected all, using all my energies to
continue at school.¶ Same date received
a reply from the Board that One Hundred
Dollars ($100.00) would be allowed me for
the ensuing term, and thus on till the end
of the year. Accepted the proposition by
counsel, though I can see plainly that I
will not be enabled to save the least means
for a start in life. In fact cannot see my
way clear for my future course. Never mind,
I trustingly pass on! Decided that as my
duty certainly demanded me to make some-
what of a return to my parents for their en–
deavors to assist me in attending school,
that I would pay father. $40.00 per term
out of the $100.00 I receive.
			—Nov. 8.—
Reentered the B. Y. Academy as Department
Teacher of Academic A: Branches to be taught
–same as preceeding term with addition
of "German." Continued as Deputy Treasurer.
			—"	15.—
Received my patriarchal blessing from
Patriarch John Smith; following is a
full copy of the written blessing,
as recorded in Book E: —

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"A Blessing, given by John Smith, upon
the head of James Edward Talmage,
son of James J. and Susannah Talmage,
born in Hungerford. Berkshire, England,
September 21, 1862.
	     Brother James, by virtue of the
Holy Priesthood, I place my hands upon 
thy head, and seal the blessings of the
New and Everlasting Covenant upon thee,
with all the gifts and privileges prom-
ised unto the sons of Zion; for they are
thine through right of lineage, and I say
unto thee be of good faith, and of good cheer,
be firm in thy mind, honor thy calling,
honor also the Priesthood, and prepare
thyself for events to come, for it is thy
privilege and the will of the Lord that
you should become a mighty man in
Israel, and travel much for the gospel's
sake, and assist in gathering the honest
in heart from among the nations of the earth;
thou shalt find friends among strangers
many shall seek thee for counsell, and rejoice
in thy teachings, thou shalt bring many souls
to a knowledge of the truth; and have joy in 
thy labor, for the spirit of the Lord shall
direct thy course, strengthen thy memory and
give thee power over thy enemies and

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Peace shall be in they circle; thou shalt
also be mighty in healing the sick by
the laying on of hands, or this shall be
thy gift through prayer and faith. Thou
art of Ephraim, and entitled to the
blessings of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, with
the gifts of the Priesthood ; it, therefore, be-
hooves thee to be prudent and upon
thy guard, for the adversary hath great
power in the earth, and is striving to
lead away the sons of Zion; therefore, seek
to know the will of the Lord, and it shall
be well with thee ; thy guardian angel
will whisper in thy ear and warn thee
of danger, and give thee power over the
adversary, and prolong thy days and 
years upon the earth. In due season thou
shalt have a companion to suit thy con-
dition; thy sons and daughters shall grow
up around thee and bear thy name in
honorable rememberance. Thou shalt also
be prospered in the labor of thy hands there-
fore, look forward to the future with
pleasure, for thy last days shall be thy best
days. This blessing I seal upon thy head in
the name of Jesus Christ and I seal thee up
unto eternal life to come forth in the 
morning of the first resurrection, a

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savior in thy father's house, Even so, Amen.
			Jan 24
Commenced the third term, present ac-
ademic year in the B.Y. Academy. This
being the commencement of the second se-
mester, present year the course of study was
changed. My duties, as department teacher and 
deputy - treasurer remained unchanged. Bran-
ches to be conducted by me:  Theology B.
(Academic Grade), Phonography, Astronomy,
Chemistry, Physiology, Zoology, and Academic
Penmanship and Grammar. —
In looking over the branches of science taught
by me, during the past semester. I have firm-
ly adhered to my determination <(Page 35<39>)> by mapping
out each evening the lectures for the en-
suing day. In order to do this I have been
kept busy, often not obtaining more than
4 or 5 hours' sleep during the night. Time
passes so rapidly as hardly to be compre-
hended  half of the present school year gone
already,  and when I reflect thus I am
spurred on to greater vigor in my re-
searches and studies, realizing that such
facilities will not last forever. I have been
in America, now, about 4 1/2 years: , and
during that time I have worked steadily in
school, and though I cannot but see

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positions and conditions wherein I have
relaxed energy, I reproove myself not so
much for being dilatory in labor as for
being so unsystematic in my system <course> of
study. I do not concentrate my energies as
I should, but scatter over so much field. 
I commenced, for example, the study of "German,"
followed it for a little while, when the class
was dissolved. Now it appears to me if the
time and study placed on "German" had been
applied to one of the branches even now of prac-
tical use it would have been better. Well,
perhaps I willl find use for this little knowledge
some day. This is but one example not an exception.
			Feb'y. 3rd.
Commenced my study of Greek in a
class of three students under tuition of
Prof. Karl G. Maeser.
				"	7.
Went to Salt Lake City to attend a series
of two lectures to be delivered by Prof.
R. A. Proctor. Attended his first lecture the
same evening; subject; "Birth and growth
of Worlds." Have formed a decided opinion
regarding Proctor's views, though that
opinion of mine is certainly immature, and
therefore I will refrain from expressing it,
for I may change it. I will say, however,

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that, though Prof. Proctor's theory is
logical and fa<s>cinating, I am able clearly to
see how he lacks that firmness, which one
who has just claim by his Priesthood on the
spirit of God will possess. Proctor says that the
theory of the winding up scene being at hand,
is without foundation; that it is the "Cracked-
brain project of the nineteenth century," as
every century has been characterized by some
such alarm. Prof. Proctor with us all will find 
out. 			   Feb'y 8.
Visited friends etc. in the City. Visited the
"Deseret Museum" with a note of intro —
duction to Prof. Barfoot the Curator from
Bro. Geo, Q. Coray. Was warmly received by the
Professor who promised to assist me in any
point wherein I needed help in classifying and
arranging the specimens in the B. Y. A,
Cabinet. The Prof. kindly requested me to
communicate with him, which of course,
I am exceedingly pleased to be allowed to do.
Did some business for the B.Y. Academy,
also for Pa. Met my sister Alice, there on a 
visit at her Aunt's in the City. Attended the
second <lecture> of Professor Proctor in the evening.
His theory is indeed beautiful but I modify
his views to suit my own convictions.

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	  	         Feb. 9th
Returned to Provo, and continued in school.
				"    18th
Reproduced the outlines of Proctors first lec-
ture on the "Birth and Growth of Worlds" be-
fore the Scientific Section of the Polysophical
Society.
				" 19th
Received a chart of the "Phrenological Del-
emation of Character" from Prof. O. Ced[--]stro[-].
Am not a firm believer in "Phrenology,"
hence can hardly consider it necessary to
record a copy.
			  "  25th"
Reproduced Proctor's second lecture on
the "Death and Decay of Worlds" before
"Scientific Section."			  	"  26th
Commenced the first of a series of brief
articles for the "Contributor" a paper edited
in the interest of the Improvement Associations
on the "Brigham Young Academy."
			   	"  28
Delivered a lecture before the "Fine Art Sec-
tion, Polysophical Society." subject "Science
and Art."
			Mar. 20
Addressed III Ward regular Sunday meeting

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by call of the Bishop.
			April 1.
Addressed the meeting at the regular pub-
lic examination this day closing the third
term, present year of the academy.
			   "  4.
Proceeded to Payson for the purpose of
taking instructions in Taxidermy under
Prof. J. S. Townsend. My object in this
movement is to enable me to preserve my
own specimens for study I am endeavor-
ing to study "Nature," and I would de-
sire to gain enough insight into any
branch to enable me to classify common
specimen of interest to the naturalist. Ar-
rived at Payson, engaged board at the
hotel. - S. Moore's. and attended with Prof.
Townsend. I do not wish to run any one
down, but in this, the record of my own
thoughts, I claim the right to speak my
opinion. I would certainly of my own free-
will not desire to spend a day in Town-
send's company but for some such an
object as that which prompted me to 
visit him at present. He is conceited con-
ceit I detest in any shape, perhaps be-
cause I am inclined to be conceited my-
self, and an old saying is that like in-

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fluence never agree. In the evening heard
of the death of the wife of Reinhard
Maeser, son of Prof Maeser, and a dear
friend of mine.
			   Mar. Apr. 5
Spent the morning in collecting speci-
mens of birds for practice. Purchased
some instruments of Prof. Townsend for
use in Taxidermy. In the afternoon
returned to Provo, well satisfied with the
items of information I have succeeded
in "stealing."
			 "	6
Worked in the office of the "Territorial
Enquirer" editing current number of that
paper in place of Bro. Reinhard Maeser
the Assistant editor, the Editor in chief be-
ing absent. 
			"    7.
Spent the day in "Slate Cañon" collecting
specimens and examining aspect of the
region. Fine place for collecting "Mica
ceous shale" and "Micaceous sandstone."
			"    11.
Entered on the fourth term fifth aca-
demic year B.Y. Academy as before :-
Teacher of Academic A. Department.
Branches to be taught present term:-

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Physiology: Philosophy, Botany, Chemistry
Astronomy, Phonography, Academic
Grammar, and Penmanship. Studying
Latin and Greek myself.
				May 9
Lectured before Young Peoples Associations
of third ward, Provo City: subject "Sketches
from History."
				" "
Since Apr. 25. had been boarding away
from home, owing to Diptheria breaking
out, at home — my brother Albert and Sister
Sarah being taken down. On this day re-
turned home again.
					April 24
Proceeded to Payson to attend the funeral
services of Elder Edward Tanner, a fellow-
student, traveller lodger and a friend. As-
sisted in bearing the coffin and addressed
the meeting at the services.
			April 25
Addressed a mass meeting of the students,
assembled to adopt resolutions of respect
to the memories of Bro. Tanner and also
Bro. Thos Williams a pupil of the Academy
who had been taken away, on the same 
day on which Bro. Tanner died.

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Attended the funeral of sister Han-
nah Booth, wife of Prof. J. E. Booth
of the Mathematical Dept. of the B.
Y Academy, and a former student
of the institution. —
	— In the evening, delivered a
lecture before the students of the
Academy on "Electricity," employing
terms of new apparatus, recently re-
ceived by the B. Y. Academy.

Addressed a mass meeting of the 
students assembled to adopt
resolutions of respect to the memory
of Sis. Hannah Booth.
			June 10.
Was appointed with the regular tea-
chers of the Academy , beside myself
on the "Examining Board" of the Nor-
mal students applying for Diplomas.
Same date entered as an applicant
for a special examination as a
"Teacher of Natural Sciences" In this
instance the obtaining of the Diploma
is per se a secondary consideration. I 
have detected a feeling among some
my acquaintances generally, that

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I am not competent to teach the
branches I attempt. My Diploma will
certainly confer on me greater authority
and evoke a feeling of such among
the students. In making this statement
I speak on principle not from a sel-
fish or egotistical feeling.
	June 17.
The last day of the present academic
year. Completed my examination. This has
caused me considerable labor, not exactly
from merely passing an examination, but
from the fact that my examination work
had necessarily to be conducted outside
my regular duties. My Diploma shows
following repertoire with stated specifications.
	Branch.		Theoretical.	Practical.
Natural Philosphy	100%		98%
Astronomy.		100%		95%
Chemistry.		100%*		100%
Geology.			100%*		100%
Human Physiology	100%		95%
Zoology.			100%		99%
Botany			100%*		100%

	*Indicates "With excellence."
Perhaps this Diploma will prove of avail
practically; if I would give way to

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selfish feelings I would to day al-
most register a vow that I would
not serve in the B. Y. Academy again
unless I were well paid. I have not
once felt to demand any slated
salary, because I well understand
the position of the institution, but I feel
to demand my proportionate salary.
Then again I think and realize that
the training I am receiving in teach-
ing these higher branches benefits me
as much if not more than regular at-
tendance at school would. Have been
enabled to save nothing in the way
of money during the year. My labors
require research and I am constantly
adding to my library as occasion re-
quires. My engagement at the Academy
ends with the present school year: I 
have no reason to suppose that a
reengagement will not be attempted.
My labors during the year have de-
manded great application, and have
proven more than ordinarily bene-
ficial to me. Have rigorously ad-
hered to my determination mentioned
Sept 1, 1880 - (
) that I would as
a test and bridle against super-

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ficiality map out the notes for my
several daily lectures, though doing
such has cost me no small few
sleepless nights. I have endeavored during
the year to gain the confidence of the
Principal and Board of Directors, together
with the goodwill of my students that
such has been my aim in place of mak-
ing money is selfevident: if the latter had
occupied my mind I should have never
entered the B. Y Academy, I have, however,
the conscientious feeling that I have been
in the place where I should be. –
I feel glad that the year has closed. I
need a rest. Last vacation was produc-
tive of little rest to me while on my
mission, and I shall aim during the
summer; if none other disposition
be made of my time to travel around
the County, and collect geological and
mineralogical specimens. 
		      June 18.
Left Provo in company with Bros. Rein-
hardt Maeser and Simon P. Eggertson 
on, a proposed tour through the Tintic
Mining District. Bore letters of introduc-
tion from  A. G. Sutherland Esq. to promin-
ent citizens of that region. We start out

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Determined to have a rough time,
having agreed under no considera-
tion to eat or sleep in a house.
Camped during the night about
two miles south of Payson.
			June 19.
Proceeded on toward Diamond City via
Goshen. Visited "prospecting holes" on the
way and reached Diamond in the after
noon. Camped by the spring east of the
city (?) Visited Mr James Wayne to whom
we had a letter of introduction. The
gentleman received us kindly and promised
us the privilege of looking through
his mineralogical cabinet next morn-
ing. —
			" 20.
Both horses strayed off during the night
Bro. Eggertson and self hunted them for
three or four hours, in opposite direc-
tions. Bro. E. found them, one very lame,
brought this one to camp,  could not
catch the other. Mr William Allcorn, near
whose house we camped went with
one of his men, mounted and kindly re-
turned our horse to us. We all felt
downhearted, with the prospect of being
compelled to stop in Diamond, — a very

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uninteresting place to say the least. Saw 
Mr Wayne: he kindly gave me a collection
of specimens and promised to ship others
to me as soon as he could convenient-
ly do so. 
In the afternoon Mr Alleorn kindly prof-
fered us the use of one of his horses 
and his wagon, that we need not waste 
much time. Proceeded to Silver City. Visited
the "Park" Mine and were kindly received 
and attended by MW Royal Collected specimens
and proceeded to the "Mammoth" Mine.
Supt. Grow, assisted us: also Mr Gerber, the 
Assayer. Gathered caleareous types also 
from the Mammoth Cave. Returned to
Diamond in the evening.
			June 21. 
Horse well enough to proceed Left —
Diamond & passed on to Silver City. Obtained
specimens from Mr Westfall. Bought supplies
and proceeded to Eureka. Visited the "Eu -
reka Mine," kindly assisted by Supt.
Mc Chrystal. Gathered specimens from the 
mine and received some from Mr. 
Patrick Cusick to whom we had letters
This gentleman was exceedingly kind to 
us, and assisted us by every means
in his power. Passed on to Homanville.

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Were very kindly treated by Mr Sanborn
passed through the Homansville Mill.
Received some specimens from Mr Sanborn.
Proceeded down the cañon and camped
by the side of Utah Lake. 
			   June 22.
Killed some game in the morning. Drove
alongside the lake; camped at noon near
a house by the lakeside and obtained a boat.
Proceeded at once through Lehi, American
Fork and Pleasant Grove, reaching Provo
about 11 P.M having completed today a
journey of about sixty miles.
				" 23.
Feel well satisfied with the trip; the
specimens I have collected are valuable,
Spent the day in resting and labelling
and classifying my specimens.
		   "	   26.
Since the 23 have employed the time in
assisting Pa on the farm some little
and assisting Prof. Maeser in the office.
Went to Lehi this date, Sunday, on a brief
visit. 
			   "   27.
Returned from Lehi in the morning.
			   "   28.
Received communication that Prof Maeser

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and myself would be required to take a
tour in the southern counties, on education-
al business, similar to that taken in the 
northern region last summer. I would prefer, 
if my own interests alone were consulted
to remain at home this vacation, on rather
to have the time to myself, for I had laid
out plans for the occupation of the time.
However, I do not hesitate in at once pre-
paring to go.
			July 4.
Monday, went to Salt Lake City. Prof Maeser
had already gone Sunday, July 3. our pro-
posed trip may perhaps be, deferred, for 
Prest. Taylor has already been advised
that Prof. Maeser's health is rather precarious,
and a trip in the hot weather of the south
would be detrimental
				"    5.
Returned to Provo. Learned from Prof. Maeser
who also returned that we were expected
to undertake the proposed trip; - to travel
as far as possible by rail, there by
conveyances as furnished by the Bishops
or Stake Presidents. Spent the greater part
of the day in preparing for on trip, 
purchasing necessary utensils etc.

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			July 6
Spent day in preparations; sent tele-
grams on behalf of company to Beaver,
stating that we would arrive at the
railway terminus next day (July 7.) In the
afternoon, as the mail had failed to bring
our letters of authority, passes etc; we tele-
graphed to Prest. Taylor asking what was
expected of us; answer came that instead
of trusting our papers to the mail, the Prest.
had given them to Bshp. Paxman who was
to return to Provo that day, and he would
hand the same to us in good season.
				"   7.
Received no word from Bshp. Paxman; Called
at his house found he had not returned.
Had probably stopped at his son's in Amer-
ican Fork, his wife told us and would re-
turn by buggy. We proceeded to the depôt,
thinking he surely would arrive in time
knowing the importance of the documents
being delivered; perhaps he would be on train
or may have handed the package to the con-
ductor. All expectations were disappointed:
train arrived and no Bro. Paxman: We
were about to return when Judge W.M Dunsen-
berry, a personal friend to all of us and
also to the conductor – John Mco[--], ar-
ranged with the conductor to pass us on and

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that Judge Dusenberry should p[--] passes
from Bp. Paxman and show to conductor on
the return train in evening. So we left Provo.
Party consisted of Prof. Maeser his son Reinhard
and myself. When once on the train the Prof.
succeeded in breathing freely again. He is so 
nervous in temperament that any circumstance
inclined in the least to disturb the equanimity
of his soul, produces disastrous effects, and this
morning's occurence furnished a fair example.
To watch him while undergoing the suspense of
awaiting Bp. Paxman's arrival was painful, and
especially so when the train whistle sounded
and still the suspense. —
—  Took dinner at Juab Hotel; and in after-
noon proceeded per Utah Southern Extension
Railway, the conductor of the Utah Southern
having offered the necessary explanations
to the conductor on this line. This was a
dreary trip through what is called the Sevier
Desert, and an appropriate name. Railroad 
bed now, consequently travelling per snails' pace.
Met on the train Bros. Christensen and Wegland, the 
Mormon artists, now on their way to St. George
to paint interior of temple. Arrived at
Milford at 10 P.M. Stayed at the "William's
Hotel." Bros. Christiansen and Wegland did 
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				July 8.
Friday. Proceeded to Minersville per con-
veyance sent to convey the artists to St.
George. Dined at residence of Bp. Mc Knights
During afternoon, a team arrived from
Beaver to convey us there An enoi was
clearly made on the part of some one. 
Bp. Mc Knight came to the room where we
were, and informed us of the arrival of
the conveyance, stating also that the team-
ster was feeding his horses and would be
ready in a short time. We concluded, of course
that the Prest. of Stake did not desire us to
hold meeting in Minersville, and at once
set out, for Beaver. The team and carriage
was furnished by Bro. Shepherd,  counsellor
to Pres. Murdock Subsequent developments
showed that the intention of the authorities
had been for us to remain in Minersville,
to prosecute our labors there, and proceed to Beaver
next day. Arrived in Beaver 9 P.M. Stayed at
residence of Bro. Shepherd. Took the household
by surprise, not being expected before fol-
lowing day, and thus bringing to ourselves
no small discomfiture.
			  "  9.
Remained in Beaver. at Bro Shepherd's Met
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Visited the school premises: offered suggestions
regarding enlarging the building etc. In the
afternoon visited the military post — Fort
Cameron. In the evening were waited on by
the trustees of Minersville, who were greatly an-
noyed that we had left without their seeing
us. Complaints were rendered, numerous and severe
against the former teacher – Samuel Bartlett; a
graduate of the B. Y. Academy. While attending
the institution the young gentleman had been a
great personal friend of mine, and had in
fact, enjoyed the good will and affection of all,
but he appears since to have given way to tempta-
tion. The details of the case are strictly of a 
business nature and are not required to be en-
tered into here. One result of this, our first con-
ference with trustees was that the Minersville
school will hereafter be kept running through
out the whole year, instead of but six months
or so as heretofore —
— Received by mail our letters of appointment
passes, map, march route etc. from Pres. Taylor;
having been forwarded from Provo by Judge
Dusenberry. An explanation stated that Bp.
Paxman had not reached Provo on the day of
our leaving until 12. M, and that he had
no idea whatever regarding the nature of
the package of papers, nor of the urgency of

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their being delivered by any fixed time
Had been requested at the President's
office to hand the papers to Prof. Maeser
on reaching Provo, Hence the mistake.
			July 10
Sunday. Visited two Sunday Schools during
the morning. Held a meeting of the Sunday
Schools Teachers at close of school session.
Dined with Prest. Murdock. Addressed regu-
lar meeting in afternoon, and held a
meeting for educational business in the even-
ing. The principal end aimed at in our
labors here has been to effect a consolidation
of the school interests and school districts there
being in Beaver four separate districts and
of course as ma[-]y sets of trustees, and as
many teachers each independent of the other
Labors met with success: trustees decided to
consolidate their interests, secure one head
teacher and consider others as subservient to
him. Our work has commenced in earnest
to day the Sunday Schools, Teachers' Meeting and
regular Meetings making in all five assemblies
in one day. 
				" 11
Mon. Visited Greenville per team of Bro. Shepherd.
Were accompanied by Prest Murdock. his second
counsellor Bro. Ashton, and Bro Lowe.

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Held meeting at 9 A.M. Met with trustees. 
Schoolroom, delapidated; - deficient in furniture
and the commonest of school utensils, even 
blackboard missing. Took dinner at Bishop. 
Silly white's —
	— Passed on to Adamsville. Held meeting 
at 2 P.M. No desks in school room; very poor 
blackboard. accomodations in general are
very deficient Returned to Beaver in evening. 
At 7:30 P.M. held joint meeting of the "Im-
provement Associations." Three meetings today. 
				July 12.
Left Beaver per Bro. Shephard's team and carriage.
This had been placed at our disposal for
two weeks-- to bring us as far as St. George. 
Bro. Shepherd's son, Ezra, accompanied us as
teamster. 
	Prof. Maeser's son, Richard had been 
about to accept a position, as teacher in 
Beaver some months previous to the present, 
but the death of his wife had changed the
arrangements. He had been appointed to
accompany us at his father's request, who
had hoped to revive his spirits on the trip. 
On visiting Beaver Richard found that 
he liked the place, and made application 
for the position which he obtained The 
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pany us as far as St. George, and then
return per the team which is to take us
there.  We reached Paragoonah in even-
ing. Held meeting at 8 P.M. Party stayed
at the residences of Bros. Silas Smith, and
J.R. Robinson; Reinhard and myself with the 
latter brother.
			July 13
Met with trustees of Paragoonah. Visited
school premises. Room is tolerably well sup-
plied with seats and desks– of different
heights: first time we have seen this much
needed principle put in practice in school.
Met Bro. M. H. Dalley, an old student and
a deep personal friend.
	Proceeded to Parowan. All stayed at
residence of Co. Supt John E. Dalley. Held
meeting in the evening. 
			" 14
Early morning met with trustees of
Parowan. They decided too to consolidate
their school interests. All the party except-
ing the Professor proceeded into Parowan
Cañon per team of Bro. Dalley accompanied
by Mahew H. Dalley and his brother in law, 
and well armed with picnic requisites,
to pass a pleasant day. Did it too: enjoying 
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to be found there. Returned to Parowan. Held
a second meeting.
	Of course I try to understand and help my 
position when situated as at present: but
one thing is sure- the Prof. likes to talk and is
as on hot bricks while anyone else is talking.
He mistrusted Rhein and and me that in our
meetings neither of us should speak more
than from 10 to 15 minutes; and this evening he re-
marked that we should "cut down" our re-
marks to give him more time. He silently re-
belled; and as prearranged each announced
that evening that "we had but 10 minutes to occu-
py, and hence the audience would please excuse
us if our remarks  were disconnected "etc. etc.
  				     July 15
Proceeded to Summit: dined at residence of
Bro. Wm Dalley. Held meeting at 2P.M. at the 
house of Bp. Hulet. Visited school house in
course of erection. Proceeded to Cedar City. Stayed 
at residence of Sister Young- Bro. Ms H Dalley's
lodgings. 
					" 16.
Sat. Stayed in Cedar City. Spent day in writing 
letters. despatching appointments, and generally
recruiting. 
					" 17
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Attended the regular meeting in the 
, afternoon, Dined at Bro. Nelsen's Held
our educational meeting in the evening.
				July 18,
Mon. Were waited on in the morning
by one of the trustees of Cedar City. 
Learned from him the condition of the 
school affairs. This ward furnishes a fine
example of the evils of not paying in
advance; the teacher is unpaid and a
very large proportion of school debts are
yet outstanding. Left Cedar City accompann-
ied by Bro. M.H. Dalley, who by our re-
, quest promised us his company as far
, as St George. Reached Piuto in the
evening. Stayed at the residence of Bp.
Robt. Knell. Held meeting in evening.
			" 19.
Passed on to Pine Valley ; stayed at residen-
ces of Bros. Bracken and Whipple : Prof. M.
and myself at the latter brothers house.
Visited the school during afternoon. The
teacher is a fine illustration of the old
prodigy of teachers.
	This date also I despatched  , an article
for publication to W.R. Balch, Managing
Editor of "The American"- Philadelphia Pa, 
Dont think I've mentioned the success —

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stance herein before. Some months ago
I received circulars from the office of
"The American" a very classical, and 
finely edited journal, announcing
that a competition was to be held, all
desiring to take part should register their
names and send the subscription price
for the paper that they may be continually
advised through its columns. Articles were
to be written by the competitors and sent
in, which then would be placed in the
hands of judges, whose names and posi-
tions as literary men were announced, 
and according to their verdict would the
prizes be awareded. The prizes were many, 
the highest $150.00. I had considered the
competition as beyond my reach being
so busy, but in a specimen copy of the
paper sent me I found an article
extremely bitter against the Latter-day
Saint creed, condemning the same without
reason; so, acting under advice of friends,
& among them Prof. Maeser, I had accepted
the conditions, intending to give an im-
partial view to the same question of
Mormonism. While on this trip thus far
I have been writing  continually at short
intervals, and July 25 having been fixed

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, as the date by which  all  articles were
to be at office of "American." I made
a copy of my article while here at Pine
Valley and desp atched the same. I have 
jotted down a few thoughts taking up the
statement of the editor himself , and called 
it "A Mormon Youths' Opinion". I
do not of course dream of the prize; if
to obtain that  been my object I
would have selected a more popular
subject : and indeed I dont believe that
the article will even be published. I only
wish to show that a "Mormon Youth" can
talk out when the cores of his people are 
trodden upon. We'll see what the 
result will be. 
	Held meeting at Pine Valley in evening. 
			July 20
Passed on to St. George. Dined at house 
of Bro. Jeffrey. This individual is a 
study. Kind hearted as possible but oh! he
tried to scare us about the St. George cli-
mate , and our delicate nerves had been
shocked many times already by kind and
considerate friends who sought to prepare
us for the ordeal by torturing us to death
with their stories. Bro. Jeffrey's place, al-
though quite high up is yet blessed with

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, a temperature , at present season of mean
100° F. In his enthusiastic description says he, 
"Well, brethren I came up from St. George
(about 30 miles) yesterday. You'll find the
 thermoneter there just 20° higher than
here; at night, especially as the climate is
strange to you, you'll suffocate : not be
able to sleep at all. Then the road from here
to St. George is like a flight of stone
steps in places" Etc. Etc. Etc. in same style.
Not , a very encouraging [-] aspect indeed.
but we proceeded. Came on the way to the
two extinct volcanoes in "Dameron Valley.
We climbed one and descended into the
crater. The Prof. stayed below, notwith-
standing his enthusiasm for 3 or 4 days fast
regarding those same volcanoes. As far as
Dameron Valley the wad had been tolerably 
good ; and by unanimous vote we pro-
nounced Bro. Jeffrey's description of the 
wad as a fraud; but before proceeding
much farther we came to what Bro. J. 
had called the Twist and then our hearts
failed. Such a road can be found only
in this the Dixie country. Reached St. George
about 4 P.M. Stayed at Prest. Mc Arthur's
the second counsellor to the Prest of the
State. We had determined to be prepared

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for something terrible, and after sup-
per we all clustered around the door
way. All wanted to sleep out doors to
escape suffocation, but Sis. Mc Arthur
said No, and fixed our beds in the
house. Well, but of respect to St. George
I tried for an hour that night to
suffocate as I laid in bed, but finding
the thing impossible I fell asleep, and 
knew nothing of the heat till morning. 
			July 21
In morning met Bro. H. Eyring, – first
counsellor to the Prest. We all passed through 
the temple. If ordinances were being 
performed now, I could have obtained 
my endowments while here, but no
again. Obstacles seem even to intervene
to prevent me receiving my endowments,
perhaps it is better so. My emotions while
passing through the building were indes-
cribable – realizing that that is the only
house now existing wherein the Lord may
reveal himself. In preference to the cathe-
drals and edifices of the christian world
which far exceed this in splendor of design
and execution He comes here. I'll under-
stand more regarding it some day per-
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the teamster Bro. Shepherd, returned to
Beaver. Bro. Reinhard Maeser also returned
also as per arrangement and Bro. Dalley
returned to Cedar City. Quite a falling off in
our party . Prof. M. and myself have
now to proceed alone. We proceeded to
the resedence of Prest. McArthur Eyring where we
were to remain while in St. George. Spent
afternoon in writing letters and sending
appointments ahead through Iron and Kane
counties. Have had a chance today to
test the climate, the day being as we are
told an average. Tis hot I cant deny; though
I think I have felt the heat as badly in
Provo. Certainly it agreeably falls short of
my expectations or rather my fears. The
poor water however affects me: the mineral
entirely disarranges my stomach. We enjoyed
the luxury of a deck roof bed th[-]tonight  for first
time–Splended–ought to be in the north. 
				July 22.
Proceeded to Santa Clara per stake team,
accompanied by Prest. Eyring and Bro. Blake.
Held two meetings, one English, one German.
Returned to St. George in evening.
				" 23
Sat. Proceeded to Washington, accompanied
by Prest Mc Arthur and Bro. D. Cannon.

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Held meeting at 4 P.M. Passed through
the cotton and woollen factory per the
courtesy of the Supt. Returned to St. George
in evening. 
		     July 24.
Sunday.  Attended Sunday School in
morning, all branches of which had
assembled in large Tabernacle. Addres-
sed Meeting in afternoon on our educa-
tional business. Made the Prof. terribly
mad at me: ran over my time in speak-
ing, didn't feel like stopping after 10 minutes
When I stopped he declined at first to speak
at all but afterward soon changed his des[--]. In the
evening Prof. M. delevered a lecture on the
"Characteristics of Youth."
				"  25. 
Mon. Attended the exercises for the celebration
of the 24th. Dined at house of Bro. Morris. A
select few only attended the dinner - the
leading men of the city, - Mayor, Judge,
Prest of Stake, Co. Supt. etc, and while sitting
around table over toasts a conversation arose
on school matters. Each promised to lend
all his influence toward founding a 
central school and establishing education-
al matters on a firm basis. I believe this
after-dinner conversation will d[--]g good.

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			July 26.
Proceeded to Toquerville per stake team
which had been placed at our disposal
for as far as Glendale, also the teamster
Bro. Geo. Worthen was to accompany us. Had
already been informed that Bro. Philo Farns-
worth would travel with us as far as Kanab.
In the morning, however we found that
while he accompanied us, his wife accom-
panied him. Cant say that I like the idea
of travelling with ladies for such a long
distance and through such a country. Found
ourselves terribly crowded too, and the pros-
pect of having to endure the same for 4 or
5 days. Dined at Bp. Crosby's, Leeds, Reached
Toquerville in the evening. Stayed at house
of Bro. Batty, one of the trustees. Held meet-
ing in evening.
				" 27
Held conference with trustees of Toquerville.
Proceeded to Rockville via Virgin City. Dined at
Bp. Parkers, at Virgin and left appointment
here to hold meeting next day at 2 P.M. Arrived
in Rockville in evening Stayed at residence
of Bp. Smith. Held meeting in evening.
				" 28.
Held meeting with Trustees of Rockville. School
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to Virgin City. Dined at Bp. Parker's. Held
meeting at 2 P.M. Met with trustees. School
room is poorly fitted up; no implements. Bp.
Parker furnished us a case of provisions  and
we started out all packed together in our
overloaded conveyance for Kanab. Camped
at "Goule's Ranch" for supper. Proceeded after
supper on the wad, and reached the next
stopping place "Andrew's" or "Caanan" Ranch
at 12.30 that night. Our teamster is too slow
a driver; his predecessor was discharged from
office we were told for cruelty: and this one
desires to show too great a contrast. He
never thinks of allowing his horses to trot and
we find ourselves to compelled to walk such a
large proportion of the distance when in a hilly
country. Wish he'd think of us a little more.
The Prof. and myself were not supplied with
bedding not having expected to camp out: Bro.
& Sis. Farnsworth had theirs, and the teamster
had three blankets. The latter lent us one
blanket and we found a haystack and slept
in one blanket during the night. Such
was our first night beyond the line, — in
Arizona.
			   July 29.
Woke up in morning and found sleeping on
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an intimate personal friend of Bro. Maeser,
and the father of two of our students. Bro. Maeser
had not seen him for years, and a strange
recognition took place as each sat up and saw
the other opposite.  Took breakfast and dinner
at the Ranch through kindness of Bro. Kemp.
One horse was sick, hence we were compelled to
wait till noon before proceeding.  About a
mile from Bro. Kemp's house is a small grove
under the face of a steep bluff: and a spring of
fine water there. I don't remember ever enjoying
anything of that sort so before; the scenery,
cool and pleasant surroundings, and the fine
water  first we had found for so long, formed
such a contrast to the hot sand and desert
regions. Started in the afternoon and reached
"Pipe Springs" or Windsor by evening. Camped on the
road for supper. Through kindness of Bro. Locey
at the springs we were furnished a bed.
				July 30
Sat. Breakfasted early; started and reached
Kanab by 12  M. Stayed at residence of Bshp.
W.D. Johnson Jr. Found opportunity for first time
since leaving Rockville for a bath. Quite a
luxury after such travelling. Visited and ad-
dressed the Primary Assocation meeting in the
afternoon. Met with trustees in evening. Kanab
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over a community; in  school matter as
in all others. Bp. Johnson appears as a faith-
ful and an energetic and earnest worker,
and the ward in general partakes of his
ardor.
			—July 31—
Sunday — Visited Sunday Schools in morning
Dined at Bro. Bunting's. Addressed regular
meeting at 2 P.M. on our educational work.
Met with trustees again in evening and
offered suggestions regarding the building
and grounds.
			   August. 1.
Proceeded to Mount Carmel, minus Bro. and
Sis. Farnsworth who stayed in Kanab.
A terrible day's drive — sand! sand!! sand!!!
Too much walking necessitated. Stayed
at Bp. Jolley's house. Held meeting in the
evening.
				" 2.
Visited schoolroom in morning. Poorly
fitted up. Must be uncomfortable in
winter. No appurtenances. Many 7 year old
pupils in IV Reader grade. No programme
or definite arrangement of any kind. Passed
on to Orderville. took meals at Bp. Chamber-
lain's and slept at Prest. Spencers'. Visited
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Took the opportunity of studying the
United Order working. Have been looking
forward to the visit to Orderville for this
purpose. Visited the people's flourishing
gardens and fields, saw the orderly and
systematic cattle stalls and store houses,
the even distribution of labor; and noticed
the economical and thrifty spirit engen-
dered by just this arrangement. My con-
clusion is that the United Order properly
carried out as here is productive of more
comfort and pleasure, and of a more rigorous
training for all than can be obtained elsewhere.
As Prest. Spencer remarked "I live in the U.O.
because I think God wants me to, but a more
selfish reason than that would prevent my
leaving it, as now when my days work is 
over I have no fears as to how to meet this
bill or provide that article. The U. O. has
brought me peace and contentment of mind
which I value above any thing more."
  I made the acquaintance here of Bro. E. Webb
the teacher. He is of a scientific turn and
takes great interest in collecting the fossils
of which there are many in the region. He
was desirous of obtaining mineralogical speci-
mens and we agreed to furnish to each
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Held meeting in the evening. I took
the whole of our educational work as
the subject of my remarks in this meet-
ing and Prof. M. took a special lecture by
request.
			 	Aug. 3.
Passed on to Glendale accompanied by
Bros. Spencer and Webb. Stayed at Bp. Cutler's.
Held meeting at 10 A.M. Our teamster Bro.
Worthen started to return home with
the stake team, this being the point
to which the authorities promised to
forward us. We gave him a testimonial
of satisfaction with his labors. —
Met with trustees of Glendale. Teacher is
overpaid receiving from $4.00 to $5.00
per child and still dissatisfied. But
moderate facilities.  Proceeded on per
team of Bp. Cutler accompanied by Prest.
Spencer of Orderville and Bro. Burgon, the
teacher of Glendale. As we proceeded
we became more convinced of the pros-
perous condition of the U.O. as carried on
at Orderville. The Order owns property far
up the canon 50 miles from headquarters,
and are continually purchasing. Camped
about 8 P. M at a cabin at which we found
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we had taken possession three men came
"home" having been haying. The ranch was
owned by Jas. A. Little; the workmen bid
us welcome, and having provisions with
us we soon cooked a genuine camper's
supper. Slept in the hay loft.
			    —Aug. 4—
Arose early and started. Reached Hillsdale
about 9. a.m: travelling since 4 a.m. - hungry.
Stayed at Bp. Seth Johnson's. Found the
ward observing Fast Day : however the
Bishop soon got us breakfast. Bros. Spencer
and Burgon returned. Ascertained what was
possible regarding the Hillsdale school
Addressed their fast meeting at 10 a.m.
In afternoon were conveyed to Panguitch
by Bro. Wilson. On reaching Panguitch the
President was reported to be absent also both
councillors and the bishops. Co. Supt. Dalley
had promised to notify the Prest. of our
coming a few days before, but had failed. We
had written from St. George, but the date was
forgotten hence the trouble. We stayed at
house of Bro. Steele first councillor to the
Stake Prest. Met Prest. Henrie in evening.
				Aug. 5.
Spent morning in writing letters and
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Sanpete Stakes. Dined at Prest. Henrie's.
Held meeting  at 4 P.M. Held conference
with trustees. Obtained a bottle of the water
from Panguitch Sake as brought to the
city by streams, which at this season is
not to be used owing to some spawn or
seed like impurity. Shall examine it.
			—Aug. 6. —
Proceeded to Kingston per team arranged
to convey the home missionaries. Stayed
at residence of Bp. King — the father of one
of our old students. Bp. not at home.
This is another United Order settlement
though on a smaller and less complete
scale.
				"  7:
Sunday Visited schoolroom, and met teacher
Facilities moderate. Attended the 10 a.m.
meeting : held our regular educational
meeting at 2 P.M.
				"  8.
Passed on to Munroe: had a Kanacea
teamster and the wildest span of mules we
have met thus far. We slept at Bp Harris's,
the father of two old students of the Academy,
and took meals at Bro. Collins: Held meeting
in evening. Met many old acquaintances
here.

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				Aug. 9.
Met with trustees. Obtained some specimens
of the efflorescences from the mineral springs.
Could not get time to visit the springs. Were
conveyed on by Bro. Miller of Richfield ac-
companied by Bro. Horn. Passed to Elsi-
nore and held meeting at 10 a.m. Dined at
Bro. Sorenson's. Reached Richfield in after-
noon; stayed at Bp. Horn's. Held meeting
in evening.
				"  10.
Visited new school house in course of erection.
Too much show in the building: no prac-
tibility in many respects, Accidentally met
Bro. Reinhard Maeser here, who was on a
hasty tour through the county with Bro. Ash-
ton of Beaver in interests of the Factory.
Held a consultation with the Stake Presiden-
cy. Advised as in some other places that they
appoint an educational board to act with 
the trustees.
    Proceeded to Glenwood: conveyed by
Bro. Baker, accompanied also by Prest.
Spencer. Stayed at house of Bp Pierces. Held
meeting in the evening.
				   " 11.
Met with Trustees of Glenwood. Proceeded
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companied also by Bro. Pierce. Stayed at
residence of Bp. Jensen. Held meeting in
the evening. Slept at house of Bro. Gates.
Met			 Aug. 12.
Met with trustees of Salina. Bishop and
trustees reported course of Bro. S. Bartlett
whom they had engaged as teacher as being
disgraceful etc. — More evidence against
one who was once a friend. Were conveyed
to Gunnison by Bp. Jensen. Stayed at
residence of Bp. Madsen.
	Before Bp. Jensen returned to Salina
I promised by earnest request to analyze a
specimen from a salt bed which the "Board
of Trade" desired to work upon. In the
course of the day Bp. Madsen who is Pres. of
the Committee on Sugar of the Board of
Trade explained to me his scheme for sugar
refining: and I promised to aid him in a
chemical difficulty if within my power after
returning home.
Met with trustees in afternoon: held
meeting in evening. Fell sick through
the Gunnison water. — alkali, very soft.
These people like it, I get sick. Felt after
meeting that I would have preferred a
drink of cold hard water to any thing
else in the world.

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			 Aug. 13.
Conveyed to Manti by Bp. Madsen. Quarterly
Conference for San Pete Stake convenes today.
Dined at Pres. Maibens: met Prest. Woodruff
and others here. Stayed at Bro. Reed's. Attend-
ded afternoon session of conference. Held
our meeting in the evening. The large taber-
nacle was filled — one of our large meetings
though all have been well attended.
				" 14.
Visited temple building - a tremendous work.
Part of a mountain had to be moved before
beginning. The sandstone is superwily fos-
siliferous. Attended morning and afternoon
sessions of conference. Dined at Bro Parry's.
Obtained some fine specimens and promise of
others – fossils. Proceeded to Ephraim per team
of Bp Dorias. Stayed at Bp Dorias'. Held meeting
in evening. Also attended by Pres. Woodruff and 
others. Bro. Maeser was sick.
				       " 15
Met with trustees Were conveyed to Spring
City per team of Bro. Graves Stayed at Bro.
Allred's. Held meeting in evening.
				" 16.
Met the trustees of Spring City. Dined at
Sister Hydes. Passed on to Mt. Pleasant:
taken by Bro. Frantzen. Stayed at Bp Madsen's.

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Held meeting in the evening.
		Aug. 17.
Held meeting with the trustees of Mt.
Pleasant. In afternoon passed on to
Fairview per team of Bro. Madsen. Stayed
at house of Bro. Christiansen. Held meeting
in evening.
			" 18.
Visited school house with the trustees
Held long consultation with them. Pro-
ceeded to Moroni per team of Bro. West-
wood. Stayed at residence of Bp Irons.
Held meeting in evening.
				"19
Met the trustees and teachers. Offered
suggestions with a prospect of being acted
upon. Bro. Jolley conveyed us to Wales.
Stayed at house of Bp. Reese Held
meeting at 2 P.M. and consulted with
trustees at 4 P.M. Proceeded to Fountain
Green per conveyance of Bp. Reese.
Stayed at residence of Bp. Johnson, who,
however had not been notified of our
coming. Held meeting in evening.
				" 20
	Attended to school business with trustees
Conveyed to Nephi by Bro. Guyman. Our last
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					  Aug 21
Sunday - Last day of our mission labors.
Attended sunday school at 10 A.M. ad-
dressed the regular meeting at 2 P.M.
Met with trustees at 4 PM, myself as Bro.
Maeser was indisposed. Held meeting in
evening. Just before retiring the Nephi band
and choir serenaded us.
					"22
Left Nephi at 5 A.M. on cars. Reached
Provo at 7 A.M. Found all well. Am pleased
that our mission closed to enable us to reach
house a short time (1 week) in advance of the 
commencement of school. Think indeed we have
done some good. Could but notice the universal
demand for teachers of our faith, wherever I have
visited. Our trip has extended over nearly 7 weeks.
and in that space of time but few days have passed
on which we have not held meetings, and often 
two and three per day. Our labors have indeed
been multiple, for beside the public meetings in
nearly every place we have held  conferences
with  the teachers, also with authorities of the 
Improvement Associations, and in Stake centres
have generally consulted with the authorities.
For anyone who has put his hand to the

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educational work there is no time for
idleness; so many factors of the great school
of improvement exist among this people,
that employment, is furnished for old
and young; experienced and inexperienced.
	Though nothing particularly unusual,
I may mention here the praises and com-
pliments heaped upon me while away. The
authorities have often spoken of my age and
diligent labors in public, and even Prest.
Woodruff <tonight> was not an exception; but I see one
thing, this very circumstance imposes on
me an onerous duty— to keep opinion of
self down. The Lord blesses me in one res-
pect: I do not see wherein I act so laudably,
as others seem to view my course. I pray
for this for I see the absolute indispensability
of humility to my proper career before God:
this is one of my crosses. I hope to be able to
think no more of myself than just now; at times
I admit an opposite feeling predominates for
a moment if anyone above me treads on my
co[--]s, but I try to recover my self and put
the same down. Some think me conceited; but
I think such are those that know me but
little. I am not so; in deed I am impetuous,
rushing, energetic and these traits are often
taken for self conceit. I think that for the

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present my sphere will include diligent
labor and study in the midst of this
people. May God help me so to do, and con-
fine myself to that small circle without
crowning self as the king thereof.
			Aug. 23.
Received a specimen of salt from Bp. Jensen
of Salina, the Chairman of the "Committee on Salt"
of Zions Board of Trade, and also a communica-
tion from Bp. Madsen of Gunnison, the Chairman
of Sugar Committee asking my opinion on his
questions at an early date. Proceeded with what
spare time I had with both subjects. 
			" 24.
Spent day in disposing of unanswered mail
matter accumulated during our trip, and also in
bottling securely, labeling and preparing my
Chemicals. 
				" 25.
Received notification from Sec'y. of Board of
Directors of the B. Y. Academy that the salary
allotted to me for ensuing year was $600.00
Agreed to accept the conditions after consideration.
This is $50.00 per month the whole year through,
or $60.00 per month for school time. I could
earn more money elsewhere, but this is the
highest I could expect. Agreed to continue
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and what with procuring books, chem-
icals etc. I'll be able to save but little ap-
parently, though the way may open. I 
believe I'm destined to remain poor: well, I 
never desired to be rich, but when the need
of some book, or piece of apparatus harasses
me I often wish to strike a mine with just
enough wealth to supply me.
				Aug. 26.
	Decided not to stay nights at the Academy
building any longer. I think I've served
my probation, all the Teachers have served
a time: I'm through. Gave notice to that
effect. 
	Father's house is small, he cares much
more for purchasing land and put the house
up by and by, but there is a building of two
rooms apart from the house which has been
let as a small store. I requested Pa to give me
the use of the front room, a small 12 by 13 ft.
apartment but lofty, and healthily situated
and ventilated. Started to have it whitewash
ed and painted.
				" 27.
Sat. Received a communication from the 
Clerk of Utah Stake of Zion, that at a Priesthood
Meeting of the Stake during my absence I 
was unanimously sustained as "Stake Reporter"

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and would be required to enter on my duties
the present day, this being the session of the
Stake Conference.
	Cannot say I like the calling; will take
up a great deal of time as I am expected <at> the
tabernacle meetings every Sunday. Do not mind
the reporting as that would give me practice,
but the transcribing is a thief of time. Of
course I proceeded to carry out the requirement
and at the afternoon session of conference was
sustained in the position.
	Prests. Taylor and Woodruff reviewed our
labors while travelling in the South, before
the conference, and felt gratified with them.
This naturally gives us satisfaction.
In the afternoon I entered on my duties as
Deputy Treasurer. again, which position I
was required to retain. A strong table, and
safe cash box etc. was fixed for my use in the 
Principal's Office, so I'll be a little more con-
veniently situated than last year.
				Aug. 28
Sunday. Attended both sessions of Conference.
				" 	 29.
Entered the Brigham Young Academy in
my old position — Department Conductor of 
Academic A. and in charge of Scientific Course
The position is certainly well adapted to my

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improvement, and I find a little more
encouragement in the scientific Dept. than
heretofore. Toward the close of last school 
year alrady a consignment of useful op-
parativs was secured, but as yet is not in
working order thoroughly. I have charge of this
together with the Chemical Laboratory and 
can place time on study therefrom. 
				Aug. 30. 
Answered Bp. Madsen's questions on sugar
as fully as possible, having put some little
time on the elucidation. 
				"  31.
Returned answer to Bp. Jensen regarding his
salt specimen. Am always pleased to lend
aid if I can to such an enterprise. 
			September 18.
[--]nday Addressed the meeting in the Taber-
nacle by call of the President. 
				" 	20.
No session of the Academy for a half day,
owing to death of Gen. Jas. A. Garfield,
President of the United States. Spent time
in fixing up my study-room, and purchas-
ing necessary articles therefor.
			"	25.
Was informed by Prest. Smoot that the
labors required of me as State Reporter would

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<under> publication of the Tabernacle Services
every Sunday in the "Territorial Enquirer"
published at Provo. 
				Sept. 26. 
Agreed with editor of Territorial Enquirer
to furnish for every issue (semiweekly) a
column of general reading matter. De-
cided on our regular remuneration.
			" 	30.
Promised Bro. J. C. Graham, editor of the
"Territorial Enquirer," to edit the two 
issues of that paper for Oct. 5 and Oct. 8.—
the Conference Week. Did this trusting to
the belief that school would adjourn
session for that week. 
				"	"
Was waited upon by a committee from 
the Y. M. M. I. Association of the First Ward. 
who were desirous that I should
deliver a lecture before a joint session,
in course of a week or so. Date not 
definitely arranged. Promised to do so. 
			—Oct. 3.—         
School still in session: Commenced
writing for next issue of "Enquirer."
			  "	  4. 
School adjourned: worked in Enquirer
Office

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			   Oct. 8.
Issued current number of Enquirer.
			"	10
Met Bro J. C. Graham. He  offered me
a position in the office, to act as
asistant editor. Of course, declined to
leave the Academy, but agreed to help
him for some little time in his edi-
torial work, as he would be de-
tained in Salt Lake City considerable
time. Made no definite arrangements 
for remuneration.
			"	11
Lectured in Meeting House Basement un-
der auspices of the First Ward Im-
provement Associations. Took as a 
subject "Leisure Hours."
			"	12. 
[-]on. John Eaton, U.S. Commissioner of
Education visited Provo. Prof. Maeser was
away from home and Prest. Smoot sent
for me to explain the organization of the
Academy to the Commissioner. Did
so, and received hearty thanks.
			" 	26
Had been informed some three months ago
that a human body had been found buried
at a certain spot on the River side. Desired

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to obtain the skeleton if possible and had
on a former occasion made a fruitless
search. Today, however, went after school
to hunt again, and after a protracted search
, discovered the bones. After returning home
found the specimen to be incomplete in
some small bones. Am pleased, however, to have
obtained this. 
				Oct 31. 
Delivered a lecture by special request be-
fore the Improvement Associations of
the Second Ward, Provo City. 
				Nov. 3. 
This week has been the last of the term, and
we all have been naturally busy: but this
night I experienced some thing rather extra. 
I went duck shooting in the afternoon, in-
tending to return at eventide: stayed rather
later than I had anticipated, and remem-
bered that the Laboratory Record had to be
placed in order for following day. Had en-
tirely forgotten the subject or I would have
stayed from duck hunting. A letter came
to hand also from Bro J C. Graham, who was in
Salt Lake City, stating that he could not return
to Provo as expected, and requesting that I furn-
ish matter for issue of "Enquirer" to appear
following day. Had no chance to decline, and

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found on enquiry that the typos had al-
ready been standing still since early in 
the evening, having no matter to proceed
with, I kept to work the whole night, not
going to bed at all, and by morning had done
what was expected.
	 			Nov. 4. 
Examination day: busy of course, attended a 
dinner party at the residence of one of the
teachers. There was a general ball for the
whole Academy in the evening, but I did 
not attend, preferring a rest and sleep. 
			"	7. 
Reentered B. Y. Academy in same position 
, as that of last term. 
			"	12. 
Went duck hunting in the afternoon.
Reached home in the evening. Had good
luck hunting, with the usual additions
of a severe soaking, and an entire cover-
ing of mud. 
			"	13. 
Sunday: usual routine of attending meet-
ing in the morning and reporting: trans-
cribing notes during the afternoon and 
attending night meeting after supper. 
While sitting at home quietly, after meeting, 
I began to consider how my labors may be laid

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to greatest advantage during the coming
winter months. This is, of course, the season
for study. My labors will be arduous in the 
Academy: but I must scarcely expect to 
spend many more such peaceful seasons, 
so  shall endeaver to make the best of this
one. I mean by "peaceful seasons" that oppor-
tunities for study and research will not 
last long. I may be sent on a mission 
before another winter or my occupation may be
varied as to admit of but little time.
for private study. —
 —My studies must comprise both a 
theoretical, and a practical, aspect: my idea
is that I'll spend my evening time, i.e. from
the time of school, dismissal until 10 p.m.
in practical experiment work at the
labratory. Of course this would not amount 
to more than three hours per night as my
incidental work would occupy time
until after supper. My sleeping hours will 
be from 10 p.m. till 4.30 a.m; and my 
study at home from the latter hour until
school time. I feel to chide myself on not 
grasping opportunities for work in laboratory
etc. will cannot last forever.
			Nov. 14
The Polysochical Society was organized

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tonight: and the Principal informs
me that my position in the Scientific
Department will demand my special
attention being paid to the Scientific
Section of the Society. —
  —My observation, though limited, has
gone to show that students in general
care for science but little. I have in 
my lectures before the Scientific Section
in the past been compelled to continue 
with experiments to compel the audience
(students of course, and promiscuous ones
at that) to follow my thread. Perhaps this
follows my own inability to retain the
attention of hearers, but other speakers
too report the difficulty. I have been
greatly desirous of having a stereopticon
on Optical Lantern at my disposal, with
which to illustrate my views in lectures,
but have none as yet, nor did my request
that the Scientific Dept. of the Academy be
furnished with one meet with very general
favor. I am willing to go to some little
expense myself. —
			Nov. 19.
Was informed by Bro. S. Jepson. - my
companion in my recent duck hunts,
that he once had known of some human

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bones in the underbrush at the south
of the city: so we started to hunt for them.
Found the locality, but, a slight coating
of snow prevented us making a diligent
search. Having our guns with us we 
wandered off hunting. Had a good rest 
from labor. 
			Nov. 20, 
The "Stereopticon lantern" business has
been preying on my mind. Bro. George Q. 
Coray, and myself met this evening
and a conversation arose regarding this 
subject. Well, to pass over details, we 
became thoroughly convinced of the use of 
such an instrument, and our conversation 
resulted in a mutual agreement to pur-
chase, an optical lantern the expenses to be 
equally shared by us. We considered that 
our outlay may perhaps return to us in 
actual dollars and cents, and most as-
suredly the use of the instrument will 
be most valuable to us. If our scheme
succeeds we may deliver a serious of lectures
and make formal charges for admission. How
ever that is in the future. 
			" 21
Despatched a letter to Greene and Co: Nov 24
Chestnut St. Philadelphia, Pa, ordering

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an optical lantern and one set of
slides: amounting to Fifty Dollars $50.00.
This is a little adventure, though not
exactly a speculation for money, as we
intend to employ the instrument in
our study more than public demonstration
			Nov. 24.
Prof. Maeser had been engaged to de-
liver a lecture before the Scientific
Section of the Polysophical Society on
this date. However, he had been
seriously indisposed for some few
days, and consequently was unable
to do so. I took his place on this
evening and delivered an extempore 
lecture.
			December 7.
Had promised to deliver a lecture
before Scientific Section. Experiments
were requested. I was lecturing upon
the "Composition of Water; and demon-
strating the various properties of Oxygen
and Hydrogen. While exploding a
mixture of the gasses in a cylinder,
the latter bursted with such a
concussion as to extinguish all
lamps in the room excepting
those held in the chandeliers

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My feelings were difficult to describe,
as I realized the probable extent of the
consequences. A scare ensured among the
audience, but soon abated. One young
lady was struck on the left side of
forehead by a flying fragment of
glass; when she discovered traces of
blood she fainted very nicely and
I changed at once my occupation from
that of a public lecturer to an attendant
physician. She recovered, however, when
it was found that the large amount of
blood filling the bowl from which
I was bathing her head came from
my own hand. Two pieces of glass
had struck the index finger of
my right hand one fragment bury-
ing itself in the knuckle joint.
Another young lady had been struck
on the left shoulder, the fragment
piercing the clothes and inflicting a
severe gash. Beside these four or five
were robbed of traces of skin, and
all were severely scared.
	After the circumstance I went
back and completed the lecture, which
act, I believe, did much to lessen the
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occurence. Fatal results may
have followed, or more probably
perhaps would have been the
injury of eyes of many present.
I chide myself for one thing: that
I did not insist on all keeping
the back seats. They crowded upon
the seats directly in front of me,
though I had twice sent them
back, whenever I commenced a
new experiment as many as
possibly could crowded around.
I felt to earnestly thank God that
no results more serious than
those mentioned, tood place.
		December 8.
The Optical lantern came to hand.
The views are not such as I
desired, though the instrument
works well. Bro. Covay and myself
agreed to send off at once for
an appropriate set of views so as
to commence probably a lecture
after the Christmas vacation.
			"   12.
The Principal of the Academy, Prof. Maeser
encouraged me in the lantern un-
dertaking. He realized, he said, of what

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	benefit such an instrument would
	be to the Academy, and professed
	to be willing to aid us in use of 
	hall, etc. to secure our money in return. 
	Bro. W. H. Dusenberry: Sec'y of the Board,
	also gave some encouraging remarks.
We are not aiming by the purchase of 
our lantern to make money. I want to 
do good among the young—probably
lecture amongst the Improvement Asso-
ciations, and encourage the study of nature. 
I have thought to give a first lecture
onf the subject of assimilating <harmony between> Geology
and the Bible—a subject upon which 
so many of our people have mistaken ideas. 
We sent off at once for a set of views cost-
ing thirty (30) dollars for this lecture. 
			Dec. 14
Lectured before Scientific Section on 
"Electricity." 'Twas a week ago from this 
date that the explosion occurred dur-
ring my lecture. I had predicted then 
that the section would be subsequently
well attended, and tonight's meeting
demonstrated it. This section has lacked
the enthusiastic interest manifested by
the others, since Science is to many people
a revolting name. During the lecture

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the room became so crowded as hardly
to afford standing room, and the
rostrum upon which I had placed my 
apparatus was literally besieged. Such
a crowded room interfered with my
machine to a certain extent. This is my
usual luck, my experiments are gener-
ally highly satisfactory when I perform
them alone, but they lose something of
their perfection generally from some
cause or other. This evening the elec-
tric machine worked well it is true,
but after the dismissal, when I lifted
the instrument into a dryer room 30%
greater efficacy was noticed.
			=Dec. 15.=
The Academy, amongst its apparatus
procured a microscope. I had dis-
couraged the enterprise, arguing
that the instrument intended was not
of sufficient power for the purpose, but
twas decided that a more expensive one
could not be procured. 	I aim, now, 
after a test of its powers to recommend 
its exchange. Bro. Paxman, a resident of
Provo possesses a tolerably fair English
Microscope; in order to show the contrast
I have borrowed the instrument, and

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this evening demonstrated to Bro. Maeser
the inferiority of that owned by the Academy.
'Tis a finely gotten up instrument, and
genuine, but its range of powers—330 only
is insufficient. The Principal promises
to sanction any steps I may take for its 
exchange.
			Dec. 23.
The Academy adjourned for Christmas
vacation. I intend to employ my time in
study My recreations will consist mainly
of fieldsports: parties and dances seem to
have entirely lost what little chance
such entertainments once had for me.
			   "	29.
	About 10.30. a. m. received a message from
Prest. Smoot requesting me to go at once
to the "High Council" Chamber and report
evidence of a trial then in progress
Would much rather have been without
such employment, for I have postponed
the work I had I did out for the vacation
until the week is nearly gone, and
this unexpected labor will throw me
behind. However I went at once	The
case was brought by the "Juab Contract
Co" against several Contractors of Springville
to recover damages from an alleged

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breach of contract. I reported at the 
3 sessions, concluding at 10 p.m. 
			Dec. 31.
Have been busily engaged since
29 in transcribing the evidence in 
the trial. Completed it late this
evening.—
	Same date too a small package
of views came to hand unexpectedly, 
as the firm had informed us that 
they had none on hand, but at this 
late date they forward them. The 
cost of views, express charges etc. bring
them exceedingly high. Our lantern 
project has a somewhat discour-
aging aspect just now. Views to 
suit our purpose seem hardly 
obtainable, and such as we do obtain 
are disproportionately high in price
A few days ago, too the window to the
lantern broke, and we have been 
endeavoring since to obtain glass
thin enough for the purpose but 
have not succeeded as yet. I hope to 
make a success of our project, 
however when we once start. As 
yet everything done has been preparatory 
and even now we are not prepared

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			 Jan'y. 1.

Sunday: 		Addressed Ward Meeting
in the evening by call of the
Bishop.
			"   6.
Closed the accounts of the B.Y.
Academy Treasury for the present
term. Found myself lacking
in cash upwards of $25.00, which
amount has been lost or mistakes
made in change. Business matters
in money are not suitable to my
feelings. I would much prefer double
work of another kind. With such
arrangements as we have for handling
money, in a hurry and no special
time for so doing mistakes are
almost unavoidable.
			"   9.
Resolved to tender my resignation
of the Dep. Treasurer's position, and
before doing so intimated my intention
to the Principal. He especially re-
quested me not to do so in the
middle of the year. I hardly know
whether to comply with his
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	         Jan. 20.
The second term closed today,
with a public examination.
I was required to examine most
of my scientific classes and
among others the classes
in "Chemistry" and "Physics" were
confirmed, taking experiments 
with Oxygen and Hydrogen
among the Chemistry students
and with the electric machine
among the students in Physics.
The Principal complemented
me highly on success.
	 	  "  21.
While an excess of good feeling
existed among the Principal 
and members of the Board
toward the Scientific Dept. 
I made a request that another
appropiation be made to
secure additional apparatus,
and received permission to
compile a bill of not more
than One Hundred and Fifty
Dollars worth and submit for
approval. Sat up late this
evening and arranged the list.

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			  Jan. 23
By special request of the
Principal and Sec.' and Treasurer
of the Board reaccepted the
position of Deputy Treasurer, or
rather promised to retain it.
Bro. Maeser tells me that another
year I shall be accommodated
with an agreeable position in
place. I do so however against
my own feelings. I endeavor as
truly as possible to give my mind
to my scientific studies, and
though but inextensive, the
labor pertaining to this position
is contrary to the general bent of
my mind. Beside, I may assign
as a more substantial reason
that for the third time now I
have been seriously out of
pocket through loss or mistake.
The receipts of last term amounted
to $1,943.70, all of which had
to pass through my hands,
and be handled too, during odd
times.—
	As regards the promise of
an accomodation as a recom—

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pense for another year I an-
ticipate but little, for one but
little knows the developments
to be made before another
year. I have for myself harbored
a vague idea of making an
effort to raise sufficient
means to pass a year in a
prominent science school
or college. Tis but an idea
tis true, and I have asked no
council upon the subject,
& so I say it is decidedly un-
certain what another year
may bring forth. I am desirous
to follow scientific studies, and
if my labors could be facilitated
by a course in a training
institution of prominence, such
would be in accordance
with my own views and desires.
I may be counseled however to
remain among my own people
and as I hold my self as on neutral
ground, willing to follow coun-
cil implicitly in this important
step, I can only refer to such
as a vague idea.

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		Jan 23(con).
Commenced issuing admits for
the present term. The Treasurer
is away, in S. L City, and I am
therefore unable to pay to him
by regular enstalments. I have,
however placed at my disposal
a part of a safe in the Court
House where I can store the
money until convenient to 
pay to the Treasurer.
		   "  25.
Submitted the list of apparatus
I had prepared to the Principal,
secured his endorsement, and
sent it at once to Salt Lake City
where the Prest. and Sec'y. are, for
approval.
		   "  27
Received an endorsement on
the Apparatus, and an instruc—
tion from the Treasurer to order
at once and remit one third
the amount.
		    "  28.
Ordered apparatus for Academy
from J. W. Queen and Co, Philadelphia
remitting $50.00 with the order.

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		  Jan 22. (omitted)
Addressed the Ward Meeting
in the Second Ward by re-
quest of the Bishop — Sunday
	       	Feb. 1.
Delivered a lecture before the
Scientific Section on
"Change."
	 	   " 17.
The lantern project becomes
somewhat discouraging as re-
gards hope for gaining any
return renumeration. The
little glass window has been
accidentally broken, and all
our efforts to obtain proper
glass to endure the heat have
failed. The Sec'y. of the Board
however has informed me that
the B.Y. Academy will do
anything proper for assisting
the project. Today I paid
Bro. Coray for his share in the
instrument — $43.70 making
an outlay myself thus far of
$87.40. If I sell to the Academy
I shall lose nothing but my trouble
will also be unrecompensed.

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		Feb. 20—
Obtained a small piece of glass
which promises to answer my
purpose for the lantern. Tried
it: and felt confident that it
would answer. Promised the
authorities to lecture Feb. 24
       	         "   23.
Put glass through a second
trial and it broke. Compelled to
withdraw my appointment for
a lecture. 
		    March 2.
Received by Express the slides
ordered some time ago and
a pair of mica windows. This
ends the glass trouble.
		   "  8.
As a trial of Lantern I ful-
filled an appointment this
evening, made at the begin-
ning of the present week to de-
liver a lecture. The views at pre-
sent on hand include a geolog-
ical sketch of the earth's history, and
I framed my address under the
head of "History of the Earth." A
large audience, composed of students

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as well as a considerable num-
ber of visitors greeted me. The
instrument worked well. I pro-
cured the services of Bro. George
Coray to manipulate the views.
The Principal pronounced the
enterprise a grand success.
To-night is to me a season of
pleasure. I have delivered a
great number of lectures dur-
ing the last two years, but I see
now the means of securing for
like projects in the future suit-
able illustrations. Of course my
lectures both before the Academy
Societies and other associations have
been by request, and without re-
numeration. I expect the B. Y. A. to
pay me the amount I have ex-
pended on this instrument, and
my aim will be, if I remain in
charge of the Scientific Depart -
ment to procure a series of
view sets on various subjects, not all
to be treated on by myself but dis-
tributed to the teachers, and thus
procure a means of pleasant and
instructive entertainment.

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	              —Mar. 14—
Received in behalf of B. Y. Academy
the consignment of apparatus or-
dered some time ago. Feel some-
what dissapointed; mistakes were
made regarding the instruments
and misfits made. Scientific appar-
atus of any description costs
exorbitant prices; and although
some instruments are peculiarly
complicate and require exactness,
others, and among the latter some
which we have lately purchased,
could be manufactured at home
I believe. If I retain my position in
the Academy for another year, and
another appropriation for apparatus
be made, I shall perhaps request the
means to be placed at my dis-
posal, and direct the manufac-
ture of simple instruments my-
self.—
		—Mar. 15—
By request of the Principal and
Sec'y. of the Board I delivered my
lecture on the "History of Earth"
over again. The audience was
very large, and assurances of satis-
faction were many.

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	     —March 18.—
Saturday. Worked during the day
to bring the new apparatus into
working order. I have already
delivered two or three lectures
on "Electricity" before the Scientific
Section during the present school
year, but I shall endeavor to treat
upon the subject now at greater
length in a series of three lec-
tures. This evening I delivered
the first of the set, treating upon
the history of the science and
introduction to its study.
			"  223.
Delivered the second of my series
of lectures on Electricity, taking 
specially "Luminous effects of 
Elec." The electric machine belong-
ing to the institution is of the 
"Holtz" variety; and though that
kind is said to be less capricious
than ordinary friction machines
it is still extremely capricious. Ordin
ary machines are said to require
a warm and dry apartment for
proper action: but this variety
according to my own experience,

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appears to depend not so much
upon the state of the atmosphere
although warmth and dry-
ness are effectual factors, as
upon the size of the room: It 
appears to me, therefore to be
affected by the induction of the
surroundings. For example, during
my lecture this evening the machine
ceased working, although I had
been demonstrating its action to
the principal but a few minutes
before the lecture commenced in
the Laboratory—a very small room.
Finding my efforts to generate any
force futile I removed the machine
to the Laboratory; where it com-
menced at once, a brilliant
discharge. After carefully drying
the bearings I had it carried to
the lecture room, only to have cause
to expect another failure. However
it continued in feeble action
during the evening.
		March 24.
Proceeded by the evening train
to Spanish Fork, at which place
I had about a week ago promised

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to deliver a lecture. I did so this 
evening, under the auspices of
the Young Peoples' Associations.
My subject was "Leisure Hours."
Audience estimated by the President
at upward of 400: Hearty vote
of thanks was accorded me. 
Was entertained at the residence 
of Bro. Ervin A Wilson, a former
student at B. Y. A. 
		 —Mar. 25—
Returned to Provo. Attended a
session of the Utah County Tea-
chers' Association. By request 
of the County Superintendent I
promised to deliver a lecture at
the next session on some sub-
ject to be selected by the Supt.
			" 28.
Promised to deliver the last of my
series of lectures on Electricity on
the following Friday, Mar 31, which day
is to close the present term. 
		    "   30. 
Thursday evening: our examina-
tion of students has been progressing
during past week. I feel completely
worn out. I thought tonight

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that if I lecture tomorrow evening
I'll have to get experiment appar-
atus ready tonight. If the appoint-
ment had been announced, or any-
one had known of the arrange-
ment beside the Principal and
myself, I would keep it, but I saw
no absolute necissity of working
this evening as I would have to have
done; so I have postponed the
lecture. 
			March 31
Friday Evening. Term closed to day.
During evening, in place of a dancing
party, the students gathered in a 
little social assembly at which
recitations, music, & speeches formed
the points of attraction. Sister
Hyde, widow of late Apostle Orson
Hyde responded to a call for an
address by speaking in tongues,
interpreted by Sis. Zina D. Young. This
is the first time I have heard any
manifestation of the Spirit of God
in tongues. While noticing the
effect Sister Hyde's remarks had
upon different ones present with
myself, I could not help drawing

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a comparison, that just as the 
strength of a voltaic depends upon the
number and size of the cells, and
certain phenomena can only be
obtained by using a very strong
current, so will the effects of any
manifestation of any gift on dif-
ferent individuals depend upon
the strength of the Spirit which
each one possesses. 
	My desire to attend some
leading institution for a time
to train myself in scientific pur-
suits has been growing with me.
A conversation with Bro. Maeser
on the subject resulted in his
heartily seconding my desires, and
saying that he expected the project
to be given me as a mission. In
accord with his advice, I this evening
dispatched letters of enquiry, asking
for information respecting terms &
regulations to "Yale College, New 
Havere, Connecticut." : Harvard
University, Cauilindgy Mass"achusetts
Cornell University, Ithaca, New York,"
and Lehigh University, South Bethlehem,
Pennsylvania." Results to be awaited.

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		    April 1
Have spent whole day ex-
perimenting, chiefly with the
electrical apparatus. When I read
of the brilliant experiments of Tyndal
or Liebig, I almost feel to despair of
becoming anything like a suc-
cessful experimenter. Science is
to be studied by experiment & trial.
I have many times desired to
test the results of the electricity of
the atmosphere, and for that purpose
today made preparations. I found
a kite, at the stores, and
spent some time fitting it with
brass points, and attached in
place of a string a coil of fine
wire. Night came, however without
signs of a breeze springing up.
In the evening I commenced
fitting up a baboon to use in
place of the kite; and, as fate
seemed against me, I generated
about twelve gallons of Hydro-
gen and lost it by an unno-
ticed leakage in  the
assistance of a friend. I tried

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again the kite, and worked
faithfully for an hour & a
half, but succeeded in mak-
ing the kite ascend no high-
er than the top of an apple
tree, where we left it. I shall
perhaps try the experiment again.
This is but one among the many
of my experiments which fail the
first time, and some fail
oftener than they succeed.
I have at present a number of
such on the shelf, to be tried
again. 
			April 3. 
Monday. Refitted kite; windy day,
worked for upward of 2 hours
endeavoring to fly kite, but with-
out success. Made another attempt
to fit up the balloon. Oiled and glued
the latter; thought everything was
tight but the gas passed through
the pores and was wasted. The
kite I tried with is not large
enough to carry  for the experiment. Ordered
another kite to be made large
enough for the purpose.

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		  April 4
Secured the new kite. A little
afternoon tried to fly it. After
working at it for a long 
time, succeeded in lodging
the kite in the tallest tree in 
the neighborhood. Had to pay 
a boy to get it down. Every-
thing appears to discourage me
for this experiment. 
			"   5. 
Concluded that I would construct
a kite. Secured the assistance of
two young men, and, together we
constructed a formidable affair:
about 6 feet to the square. Completed
it a little before noon: went out
to the clear fields and worked long
and hard to fly it. Broke one cross-
piece: bandaged it like a broken
& spliced arm: kite fell at next
attempt and broke to pieces. —
	After dinner I concluded to form
the "silk handerchief" kite; did so:
this one promised to serve my 
purpose better than either of the 
others. No wind however was favor
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to Salt Lake City, to attend con-
ference and will have there-
fore to lay the kite business
aside for the present
		April 6.
	Proceeded to Salt Lake City per
early train, amidst a terrible
crowd, and through a snow 
storm. Was compelled to stand
the greater part of the time on
the outside car platform.
Reached the City in the most
disagreeable weather. Atten-
ded meeting in afternoon. Vis-
ited the electric light works
during early evening, and
gained permission from the 
Supt. to inspect the apparatus
and also to make a more
minute inspection next day
when the machinery would
be at rest. Hotels were so
crowded as almost to pre-
clude possibility of obtaining
a room. Engaged bed at an
hotel,  sleep in parlor. Attended
theater with my sister in the
evening.

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			Apr 4. 
Rose early. Met with friend 
from Provo. Stormy as yesterday
Proceeded to the telephone
central office and gained per —
mission to inspect the in —
struments. After breakfast
proceeded to transact busi-
ness, and spent upwards of 
two hours & half at the elective
light works: the apparatus for which 
particularly interests me. Returned
to Provo in the afternoon. 
			" 8
Saturday. Spent day in study
and trying Kite. Did not suceed. 
			" 9
Early in morning a tolerably heavy
wind arose: and although 'twas
Sunday I took my kite outside of town 
and endeavored to raise it. Suc-
ceeded for first time in raising it
at all: found the copper wire I have
been using as altogether un-
uhable: any twist causes it to break
			" 10 
School was to recommence After
closing the accounts of the Treasury

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for past term, and having found
my accounts deficient for a
small amount, I again, as at
the end of a preceeding term
tendered my resignation as
Deputy Treasurer. I was so urgent
in the matter that this time
it was accepted. While serving
in that position I have made 
total receipts for the institution
of $9926.41—all handled at
odd times, during the school
hours. Losses for the seven terms
have amounted to $36.10, which
of course I paid from my own
pocket without question: and
without receiving a cent return
remuneration.—
	—The Principal  in Salt Lake City
school did not formally open.
Experimented with kite again.
Two young men & myself made
a very large kite; it promised
to go well: while a young man
was trying to raise it the second
or third time it lodged in the
topmost branches of a locust tree,
& was reduced to shreds.

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			 April 11.
Organization at the Academy effected 
only. In the afternoon made
another kite. A friend raised it:
worked splendidly; he proposed
to lighten it: did so, and when
he raised it again it plunged 
terribly, struck the ground and
was slivered to pieces. Dont feel
hardly satisfied with the string if I 
should get a kite up; I think a
wire is necessary along the string
shall postpone further operations
until I have a suitable string..
			" 12.
The B.Y.A. engaged the services
of a young man, a normal graduate
of the institution to attend as my
assistant in the physical sciences: 
that he may be enabled to continue
my labors if  leave for college at
the close of the year. 
			" 17
My class in Physiology in the Academy
received an addition by two
of the regular teachers joining it.
This branch is hardly one of my
specialities, but all are interested in it.

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		      —Apr 18—
Despatched letters of enquiry to three
other <more> colleges & universities.
I have received circulars of some
other of the institutions, and
judging from the information 
as regards requirements for
admission, I will have to
review my "Algebra" and also ex-
tend my study of "German"
Shall begin at once.
			" 20
Received a private pmessage
from a young man of St George :
by which the position of Principal 
of the St. George <schools> was offered me,
especial attention to be paid to
the Scientific branches for
which the region of country
is especially adapted. My
prospects lie however just at
present in another direction
			"  25.
Received despatch from Bp. C. A
Madsen of Gunnison, Sevier Co:
the Pres. of the Committee of Sugar
on Zions Board of Trade. He
desired to engage my services for a

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time in the sugar season to
take part in the chemical part
of the refining process. Informed
him by return of the unsettled
nature of my affairs just now.
	           April 29
Delivered a lecture on "How to
teach the Sciences" before the
Convention of Teachers of Utah Co:
held at Provo.
		    May 6
Went to Salt Lake City, having
some business there, and visited
the President's Office, in order to
ask direct counsel on the sub-
ject of my going East. Pres. Taylor,
however was out of the city so
my desires were not gratified.
Was advised by the President's
Secretary to visit Salt Lake again
in a week. Returned to Provo in
the afternoon. Purchased some apples
on the way, and immediately 
after eating one was seized with
vomiting and all symptoms 
of poisoning. Similar reports have
been heard from others, owing per-
haps to the method of preserving fruit

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		May    7
Confined to room through yes-
ter days attack.
		"	8.
Fairly recovered. Commenced
today a course of instruction in
Chemistry to one of the Academy
teachers who will perhaps con-
duct the classes in that branch
if I leave. 
		"	13. 
Proceeded to Salt Lake City for
purpose of interviewing Prest.
Taylor again. Learned that
he had left the city again
and I would not be able to 
see him before Monday.
Obtained permission of the
Superintendent of Electric Light
Works to make some examinations
& experiments. Did so, greatly to
my own pleasure & instruction 
		"	14
Sunday, Attended Meeting and
visited friends. In the evening,
having seen a notice of a Seance
to be given by a Spiritual Medium
to which skeptics were invited

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I attended the meeting, deter-
mined to invest the admission
fee for observation purposes.
		May 15
Monday. Visited Prest. Taylor at
his residence; explained to 
him my desires. He kept me
in a long consultation, ask-
ing many questions as to the purposes
of my desired trip, and closed
by giving his decided advice
that I proceed to some leading
institution there to pursue a course
of study in the Sciences. Returned
to Provo in afternoon and
reported at once my intended
withdrawal to the Principal.
			" 19
Have been considering which
college I should enter; have asked
advice of several friends Re-
sult was that today I des-
patched letter to Prest. of the
Lehigh University, South Beth-
lehem, Pa, making intimate
enquiries as to conditions for
entrance etc. Must make pre-
parations in earnest now.

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			June 2. Received reply from Prest. of 
Lehigh University, containing
favorable replies to the questions
despatched to him. 
			"	4. 
Sunday.- Meeting of regular 
Quarterly Conference of the Stake:
I despatched a note to the Stake
President, announcing to him
that I scarcely expected to remain
here until the next Conference,
and asked therefore to be released
from the office of Stake Reporter.
No action, however was taken, and
my name was again presented
and voted for in the position. 
			"	6. 
Experienced another accident in the
course of experimenting. A small
wooden powder mortar, to be
fired by the passage of elec-
tricity called an "Electric Bomb,"
had recently been procured
by the Academy; and as I was
demonstrating before the Physics
class in the small Labaratory
the bomb burst with teriffic

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force demolishing the Leyden
Jars placed alongside to accom-
plish the experiment, and
shattering the whole instrument into
splinters. Luckily I had opened
the window & placed the whole
on a board shelf on the outside.
The force of course was directed
right and left, and no one
was hurt. —
	I have been tolerably successful
in avoiding accidents in my 
experimental classes but can
nevertheless call to mind a 
number of severe occurrences,
though no serious bodily injury
has ever occurred under my hands.
		June 11
Sunday. This being the last meeting
day of the B. Y. A. Missionary 
Meeting, by request of the Principal. 
I delivered an address on the present
status of scientific knowledge —
	In the evening addressed the
Second Ward Meeting by request
of the Bishop of that Ward.

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		June 16.
Closing day of present school
year. Took part in the exam-
ination of Normal Graduates as
the Examiner in "Grammar"
and "Penmanship": also in the 
Academic A. Department as
the Examiner in Physics —
	- My intended withdrawal
as reported to the Faculty and
Board, was kept very quiet, no 
public no notice of the same in
any report being made. The 
Principal informed me that such
were his instructions, but de-
clined to give me his reasons. 
		"	17. 
Additions are to be made to 
the B. Y. Academy building, and
among the rooms to be
erected in a new Laboratory.
Today I was requested to form
a plan for the construction
and fitting up of a Laboratory
Room. After such inconvenience,
as we have passed through, the
prospect of a commodious and
safe Laboratory is encouraging

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though my withdrawal will
deliver me from the pleasure
of laboring therein for some time
— I have been advised for some
time past by numerous friends
that in my eastern sojourn I should
attend a Medical College. Among
those most urgent for such an end
stands my father. Not wishing to 
act without counsel I consulted
the Stake President upon the sub-
ject this morning, but was
advised by him to continue 
in my scientific studies without
branching into Medicine as a
specialty. Such meets my wishes.
I have many times contemplated
my probable destiny and mission
in life without obtaining a
satisfactory conclusion; but I
have for some time past felt an
intense desire to become familiar
with the walks in science for
the sciences have to be redeemed 
from their present position of
infidility & skepticism. The idea
has been a favorite one for my
meditations of late, and has formed

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the theme of my public speaking.
I conclude that this great mission
has to be performed by the Priest-
hood of God, and to lay a
single stone in such a work
is perhaps my mission in
life. 
		June 19. 
Consider it proper to lay out a
plan for my occupation during
the summer, until I leave for
the East, which according to
present calculations I shall do
sometime in August. My in-
tentions have been divided
between obtaining some em-
ployment during the coming
two months, to earn a little
additional means before I
leave, and applying myself to
my own studies as much
as the season (very hot and
impropitious) and my health
will admit. The latter course
I am advised to pursue.
In fact I have considerable
experimental work to dispose
of in the course of my present studies

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		June 20. 
By request of Principal K. G. 
Maeser, I commenced to draw
up the whole of the diagrams 
for the Scientific Classes, as I have
compiled and employed them
during the past two years. 
		"	21. 
Completed the revising, arranging
and copying of the diagrams; and
in the evening submitted them
to Prof. Maeser. He requested me
in addition to draw up a full
years course or plan for the 
carrying on the scientific 
classes while I am away. 
		"	22. 
Completed, during the day, the
plan. Submitted the same.
The Principal highly approved
of the diagrams, which he had
examined in the interval since
their submittal; accepted the plan, 
and incorporated it into his record.
Requested me to prepare a
list of reference books, which
could be recommended for
use in the science classes.

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		June 23. 
Completed list of text and reference
books — Adopted. Copied the
B. Y. Academy Circular for the
coming year. The scientific
classes have been divided
among the teachers as a pro
t[--] arrangement. The Principal
still informs me that I am
expected back at the Academy
when I conclude my studies
in the East. 
		"	24. 
Commenced my own studies
in earnest. I shall endeavor
to follow the plan of study at
home from early morning until
noon; and after dinner com-
mence my experimental labor
in the labaratory, and pursue
it until evening. 
		July 3. 
Assisted on the farm hauling
hay. Owing to danger of hay
spoiling we labored until
nearly midnight, by moonlight.
Suffered considerably; work to which
for some time I have been unused.

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		July 5. 
By request of the teachers I
commenced a series of ex-
periments and revisions of the
diagrams in "Chemistry," "Physics"
and "Physiology," to assist the teachers
who are about to conduct the 
scientific classes. Such labor will
assist me in a review of the
use of our apparatus etc, though
my time is tolerably occupied
otherwise. 
		"	8.
Obtained a duplicate of my
Diploma signed by the Principal
of Faculty and Pres. of Board, that
I may take one with me, and
possess a duplicate at home
in place <case> of loss. 
		"	25. 
Was requested by the Principal to hand
my resignation in writing, and
tendered the same as a member
of the Faculty today. Am still
permitted to hold the keys
to the Laboratory for my own use
for the present.

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		July 27.
Met. Secretary of Prest. J. Taylor,
Elder L. John Nuttall, whom I asked
as to the proper time for me
to apply for ordinances in the
Endowment House; Prest. Taylor
having informed me that I
could obtain the endowments in
S. L. City before leaving, in place
of having to proceed to St. George.
This I regard as a great favor,
since the St George Temple has 
closed, and the regulations of the 
S. L. City Endowment House prohibit
single individuals from perform-
ing ordinances except in ex —
ceptional cases of leaving such
as mine. Elder Nuttal advised
me to apply the following 
Thursday.
		"	30. 
Sunday. Obtained from my Bishop
a certificate of my standing,
and a recommend to the 
Endowment House. Same date
addressed the Sabbath School of
Third Ward, by request of the Super-
intendent and in the evening the

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Ward Meeting by call of the
Bishop.
			July 31
Obtained the sig nature of the
Stake President to my recommend.
			Aug. 2.
Wednesday: Proceeded to S. L. City, per
morning train. Repaired early to
the President's Office and presented
my recommend. Left the same
in the care of the Secretary, he
instructing me to call in the
afternoon. Did so, and received
my recommend endorsed by the
President, with instructions
to apply at the Endowment House
next morning at 8. 
Spent the day in performing
items of business. Having a
certificate of my position in the
Academy from Prof. Maeser I applied
at the Union Pacific Railway
Office, & asked the possibility of ob-
taining student rates over the
line. The Agent kindly furnished
me a half fare pass from
Ogden to Council Bluffs. This
is a great assistance.

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		August 3.
Applied at the Endowment House,
at the specified time, and received
my endowments. About the
ordinances, their import, sig-
nificance, and their effect upon
my mind, it is far from lawful
that I should make remarks here.
		"	4.
Missed the early train to Provo.
Met with the Editor of "Deseret
News", who had heard of my
intended eastern tour, and
desired very much to enquire my
motives for going, and the date
of my leaving and absence
together with the principal
points in my history. In the
"Evening News" of this date a
notice of my intention, and
a brief history of my life was
published. By the kindness of the
editor I was permitted to visit
all the departments in the
establishment. That this com-
munity possesses such an estab-
lishment, complete as it is in
every department, though being

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continually improved is indeed
a happy fact.		It the after-
noon returning to Provo. 
		August. 5. 
Proceeded to Pleasant Grove to 
pay my Grandmother, who had
been ill for a considerable time,
a visit	Returned to Provo in 
the evening
		"	76
Searched for a skeleton reported
to be buried in the rock of the
East Hills. Found the same; appar-
ently that of an Indian: buried with
him were 3 knives, gun, powder
horn, bullet mould etc. I endeavored 
to negotiate with the discoverer
to secure the same for the Academy.
Succeeded in part, and procured
the specimen though partly belong-
ing to one of the teachers who paid for it. 
		"	12
Visited my Grandmother in
Pleasant Grove: returned to 
Provo in the evening.
		"	15
Obtained a letter of introduction
from my personal friend: It on

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Ja[-].. Dunn: Supt. of the Provo
Manufacturing Compay to
the General Agent on the
Chicago and North Western Railway
at Council Bluffs: asking
attention to me for the trip. In
the afternoon despatched a letter
to the Agent making enquiries.
			Aug. 19.
Spent whole day overhauling the B. Y. A. 
Laboratory, and closing the record
of same, and closing the record
of same, preparatory to handing
over the same. 
			"	20 
Sunday.- Addressed the Sunday
School during the afternoon, and the 
Meeting during the evening by call
of the Bishop. 
			"	21
Gave the appurtances of my reportee's 
position to the Stake Clerk, asking
for release, on account of my intenture
to leave before another Sunday.
Spent half the day[-] [-]in handing over
the Chemicals &c in the B. Y. Academy
Labaoratory to the teacher of Chemistry
during the coming year

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			Aug. 22. 
Completed the transfer of material
and apparatus of the Laboratory. Handed
Records of the same, and the keys
of the Laboratory and building to the
Principal. In the afternoon
visited Pleasant Grove, for the
purpose of bidding my Grandmother
and relations adieu. Returned to Provo
same evening. 
			"	23. 
Spent day in gathering the things
I desire to take with me. So many
of my friends have taken pains to
express their wishes for my success,
that I have felt a sincere surprise 
at such an exhibition of esteem
			"	24. 
Packed my specimens, chemicals, 
books etc, for safety and economy
of room during my absence. 
I failed to remark under date
of 21st inst : that the Sunday School
Superintendent, & Prest. of Teachers'
Quorum visited me to enquire
if I would accept the compliment
of a social party to take place
Aug. 24- Thursday (this) evening.

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That such a honor should be
proffered me by the organizations
of the Ward has not a little sur-
prised me; but I accepted the
compliment with such thanks as
I could offer. Tonight the
party took place; and was, as 
was intended strictly select,
the Ward authorities and my
personal friends only being
present. Dancing, singing, and
reciting formed the programme, 
in the midst of which an elaborate
picnic supper was partaken of.
After supper the Prest. of the 
"Young Mens' Improvement Association"
delivered, a too highly eulogistic
address and presented me in
behalf of the Association with a
handsome and valuable Writing
Case, Inkstand (Morocco & clasped)
and an set of portable toilet
articles. The President of the
Young Ladies Association followed
with an exceedingly complimentary
speech and made the presentation
of a handsome Photograph
Album. In my poor and inadequate

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manner I endeavored to make
the thanks for actions so highly
pleasing, and thanks for actions
are not to be, adequately ex —
pressed in words.		I truly feel
that such exhibitions are un-
warranted by justice, since they
were rendered by the Ward; and
however extended my labors may have
been elsewhere, in the Ward they have
been confined to a few lectures
before the Young Peoples Association
and addresses before the Ward
Meetings and Sunday Schools.
Prof. Maeser, being present res-
ponded to a request from the
Committee Chairman and made,
a finely pointed and eulogistic
speech; after which the amusements
of the evening were proceeded with
till dismissal. The Deacon's Quorum
of the Ward through its President
conveyed to me at the close the
sum of two dollars, which may be
justly allowed to form before my mind
one of the most touching incidents
of the occasion. The small gift
is presented with the spirit of propriety

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that precludes the possibility of
anything but heartfelt thanks.
		Aug. 25. 
During the forenoon visited
various friends, and from all
received wishes for the fullest
success. Received from the
Principal a general letter of 
introduction or certificate of
my connection with the B. Y. A.
and from the Board of Directors
a testimonial of my labors.
The latter read as follows:-
	—Testimonial—
		     to
	Elder James E. Talmage
Teacher of Natural Sciences and Phonography
		at the
Brigham Young Academy, Provo.
	Dated July 1, 1882. 
Dear Brother:—
			Your intention to 
visit one of the scientific insti-
tutions of the East, for the purpose
of advancing yourself in the
higher grades of your favorite
studies, deprives the undersigned
of a faithful official, and esteem[--]

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fellow-teacher; and yielding on
the one hand only reluctan[-]
to your request for release we
sincerely on the other wish you
"God speed" in your enterprise;
knowing your solicitude for
truth and earnestness in pursuit
of knowledge. May you fully
realize the benefits which you
contemplate <anticipate> from your con-
templated efforts and sacrifices,
and return to us in due time
still more qualified to assist
us in the advancement of the
educational interests of our
Mountain Home.
For the Board of Trustees	}  For the Faculty
A. O. Smoot President		Karl G. Maeser Principal.
W. H. Dusenberry Secretary

The present entry will probably
be the last for some time: I
shall endeavor to jot notes
by the way on travel: and
transcribe into the Journal
at lessure. Expect to start
by the early train tomorrow.

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Entries from Aug. 26 to Sept 5 were
entered Sep. 6, from notes taken while
on my trip.

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		August. 26.
Saturday. — Left home per the Utah Central.
The Bishop of the ward with great
kindness asked to convey me to the
depot in his own conveyance; that
Pa's buggy may be used exclusively
for the family. Prof. Maeser and a
number of friends were at the
station already. I really feel the cir-
cumstances attendant upon my leaving
as altogether too elaborate for so small
a purpose. If I only am absent for a
year, twill scarcely seem that I've
been away at all. — Passed to
Salt Lake City. Applied at the Pres-
ident's Ofice according to previous
instructions, from which place I was
sent to the Historian's Office, where
I received a blessing for my undertaking,
and was duly set apart for the en-
terprise as for a mission <and received an Elde's Certificate> The elders
officiating in the ordinance were
Prest. W. Woodruff, Apostles F. M. Lyman,
Brigham Young, and John H Smith;
Apostle B. Young serving as the speaker.
A few items as remembered in the
blessing, and written down im-
mediately afterward were:—"If you seek

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inspiration you will perform your
mission profitably; and your mind
shall expand in the faith of the
gospel as well as in letters. If your 
heart and desires remain pure you
shall go in peace and shall return
in safety. We pray God to guard your
mind from yielding in the least
degree to the spirit of infidelity—
Visited friends in Salt Lake City during
the day: stayed at the residence of my
aunt, Sis. Julia Stowe,
			Aug.  27
Sunday.  Proceeded to Ogden per early train.
Stopped in this city to pay a visit to
my old friend Prof. Stadley and intend
remaining till tomorrow. In the evening
received by express from home a package
containing my pocket Mackinnon pen
etc, which I had left there by mistake
			Aug. 28.
Received c/o Mr Stadley a letter from
the Agent on the railway at Chicago to
whom I wrote some time ago, which had
been forwarded to me from home.
The letter contained an order on the
ticket office for half fare from Council
Bluffs to Chicago. Left Ogden on the

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Union Pacific 10.5 train —
Principal points of interest noted
during the day's travel in Echo
Canon scenery, including the Pulpit
Rock,  Witches' Rock, Steamboat
Cliff, Devil's Slide etc, and the Weber
Canon and River.
			Aug. 29.
Still travelling. Passed the night
as comfortably as usual while on
a running express train. Very cold
to day: found need for all wraps
on hand. The Wyoming Territory ap-
pears to be very bleak and desolate:
which perhaps may be partly 
accounted for by the very great
elevation of the region. Passed
day pleasantly in reading. Very little
diversity of landscape to attract ones
attention. Must be a very severe region
for winter travel, judging from 
the number of snow sheds along
the route erected for safety to trains
Embraced opportunities which presented
themselves of conversing with two
gentlemen during the day on Utah affairs.
Each had the most extravagant of
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			Aug. 30.
Myself and another gentleman on
the same seat were aroused a little
after 1 a.m. by the conductor, and required
to give up part of our seat,  the cars
having become terribly crowded. Crowd
continued to increase at every station
'till we reached Grand Island at 8 o'
clock, owing as we learned to a
gala day at that place. Gave up 
my seat to an old man and stood;
passed a rather uncomfortable night.
The gentleman with whom I had shared seats
and myself entered into a conversation by
which I discovered him to be the son of
the Bishop of Willard City, Davis Co, Utah; and
had lately been summoned to Utah to
attend the funeral of his father. On learning
who I was, and the motive of my trip he
told me that being away from home
and friends I may meet with mis-
fortunes and losses perhaps as others
had done; and if in returning home
such should be the case, I should
call on him. He kindly furnished me
with his address: and stated himself to
be so pleased at meeting a Utah person,
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all his relatives did), that he begged
me to write and inform him of
my safe arrival at my destination.
The scenery of the day was extremely 
pleasant: the Nebraska landscape:
being so strong a contrast to the Wy-
oming prairie. All farming seems to
be on an extensive scale, no small
farms discernible. Considerable wood
is cultivated, the country being devoid
of the wild growth: and upon enquiry
I ascertained that the state government en-
courages the cultivation <of> wood, by granting
to the growers extra land and home-
stead privileges. I thought that such
a course may well be followed in
Utah where the present reckless des-
truction of trees must soon produce want.
Reached Council Bluffs at 5.25 p.m.
Presented my order from the agent and
received a ticket at half price via
the "Chicago and North Western" to Chicago.
Left for Chicago about a half hour after
my arrival. Principal points of interest
are the magnificent fire proof station
at Omaha, the crossing the river, Missouri
and the massive bridge over the same.
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with a fellow passenger which very
soon turned upon Utah Same thing
was experienced again—extravagant ideas
and exaggerated notions.
			Aug. 31
Pleasant travel during the forenoon.
Especially interested in crossing the Miss-
issippi River at Clinton, Ill. the bridges
boats, rafts etc. Nebraska and Iowa seem
to be extravagant in the use of the
lightning rods, nearly every house being
supplied with three <2> or more. Most
houses are supplied with one at
each corner numbering often as high
as 5 or 6, and on one large building I 
counted 10. One circumstance, however,
went to show me that thunderstorm
are prevalent and severe in this locality,
viz, the number of trees & poles splintered
by lightning. In the majority of cases I
could clearly discern the spiral course
of the flash as testified to by many
who have been struck by lightning.
Reached Chicago at 2.45 p.m. Since
about noon the weather has been
miserable, and on arriving at Chicago
I found a drizzling rain falling, making
muddy streets and disagreeable surroundings,

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I felt indeed a something — well, a
little different from serene content -
ment. I had to search a great deal to
find the office of the Ry. Co. to whose agent
I held a letter. Found it at last and
succeeded in obtaining a 20% reduc-
tion off regular fare on the "Baltimore
and Ohio Ry" from Chicago to Philadelphia. The
depot again was in another part
of the city: and I had a little trouble
in getting my baggage transferred.
The delay in Chicago amounted to nearly
three hours which would have been very
pleasing had the weather been favor-
able for making observations; as it was
my observations were fun, However I spent
the bridges, lakeshore etc, and traversing
the city. I felt exceedingly ill; beside which
a severe headache, incident to a neglect
of regular meals, fatigue, and the little
unavoidable anxiety at being above in
so large a city with smatters of business
to attend to had given me a fit of the blues
Left Chicago at 5.10 p.m. During the evening
engaged in an earnest conversation
with a fellow passenger on the Utah
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              	     September 1.
	Until half the forenoon had passed, the
weather continued cool, and a heavy fog
obscured the view to a great extent After that
however the view became clear and the
scenery was indeed pleasurable.
Among points of interest may be mentioned
the crossing over the Ohio at Bellaire: had
no idea the river was so large at this point,
crossing the Potomac R. near Cumberland:
the superb scenery of the Cheat river 
and mountain, and the parallel passage
of the Potomac R. and the Ohio Canal.
Late at night too, the depot at Washington
was noted, and the view of the Capitol dome
in the moonlight: and crossing the river, train
and all being bodily transported on the ferry
at Baltimore
			Sept. 2.
Was set down at Philadelphia station
at 3.15 a.m. Rather unpleasant again: knew
no one, neither my way about, However,
I found the Express Transfer Agent, and
he offered to transfer me, and my baggage
to the "Pennsylvania and Reading Depot" from
which point I should take train for
Bethlehem- my last part of the trip. His
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but I knew of no other way to in-
sure safety. He informed me that the
train would not leave 'till 8 o'clock, and
he had a great many errands to
perform before that time, so to keep
sight of my baggage, and seeing too
an opportunity to view the city, I accepted
his proposal to drive with him. He
drove at great speed to different parts
of the city for more than two hours,
giving me a pleasurable view of
the principal points in the city,
though 'twas yet but early and gray dawn.
At 8 a.m. took train on the "Pa. and Reading
Road" for South Bethlehem, and arrived
at 10. Here I found myself at the city
of my destination in safety, and
in a state so dirty that I expected to be
taken for a tramp. Went at once to a 
barber and bath establishment; and
changed my dress; then started to
reconnoitre. The college grounds were
pointed out to me by a passer-by,
and I started by them; shall reserve
opinion 'till another time when I
shall have inspected them more
thoroughly. My principal care was
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Visited the college boarding house, and
talked with the man in charge. The
prices were far above those advertised,
and the conditions unsatisfactory. I saw at
once that with the arrangements in vogue,
I would be thrown entirely open to the
other students as they to each other, and
it is my wish to keep myself
somewhat reserved. Enquired for private families
who were in the habit of taking boarders:
and made enquiries at at least half a
dozen places, but every one either supplied
rooms without board, or board without rooms,
or had decided to take boarders no
longer, or made changes entirely out of
my reach. I felt the blues again most de-
cidedly. Renewed my search; was passing a
house, at the door of which a gentleman
stood, and enquired of him some boarding place.
He informed me that he knew none, but that
his wife had been intending for some time
to take boarders, but had not as yet decided.
I asked him to direct me to any place not
a hotel, whi[-] I may stay for a day or two, 'till
I would become a little acquainted. He
knew nobody of the kind; but I should call
at his house at  4 p.m: 'twas now about 2.
This announcement made me inwardly ejaculate

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"Thank God!" for I felt sure, this would
be my resting place, and I felt so utterly
fatigued that I would like to crawl 
behind some box and sleep. At the desig-
nated hour I applied, and was informed he
would accept me as a boarder for a few
days—over Sunday at least, and more def-
inite arrangements could be made thereafter
one way or the other. Had my baggage
brought to his house. I may seem to com-
ment too severely on so simple an affair
as the selection of a boarding place, but
'twas a serious matter owing to myself being
fatigued and ill, and my desire to be in
some private family circle. During the
afternoon I visited the College, to present
myself to the President, according to printed
instructions He was not in his office and
I was told to remain in the Library.
While there the following little item occured:-
The director's clerk offered me  reading matter,
and as I recorded my name and residence
on the register: the clerk saw "Utah" and
smilingly said "Not a Mormon I presume"?
I answered "A mormon? Yes indeed sir." "In-
deed," said he, "travelling through here"? I
told him my errand, and thereupon a
conversation opened on Utah affairs

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which resulted in the expression of a desire
on his part that we should talk again.
Had a conversation with a visitor at the college,
whom I chanced to meet, on the same subject.
Called on the President at his office, and
presented my diploma; was told by him to
present a testimonial of character, and
as per his promise by letter the examination
for admission would be omitted. —
That night retired early, and enjoyed my
first night's sleep sunrise leaving home.
			September 3.
Sunday—Learned that the gentleman at
whose residence I stay, "Mr. H. W. Werner" 
by name, is a great lover of scientific
studies: "ornithology" being his specialty,
and that he is the taxidermist and
collector for the Lehigh University. Kindly
furnished me a description and view of his
large, beautiful and valuable private
collection. During the afternoon wrote
a letter home, only having mailed cards along
the way: and also sent cards to a number
of friends whom I had promised to acquaint
with my arrival. In the evening Mr.Werner kindly
accompanied me on a walk through the city, &
showed me many points of interest, among
which was an old chapel, at which

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Generals Washington and Layfayette are said
to have attended service, and an an-
tiquated hotel where the same generals
slept on several occasions.
			Sept. 4.
Talked with Mr Werner respecting more
definite arrangements as to boarding:
His house is large, but part of it is
inhabited by another family, which, 
however, is expected to move shortly;
but to my great satisfaction he told
me that if I would so desire I might
stay a month: by which time I could
determine if his house affairs were satis-
factory. His charges are $18.00 per month;
which is indeed satisfactory after my
enquiries at other places have determined
to my knowledge the very high rates for
which accomodations are charged. I feel
now for the first time a little settled and
free. Deposited the sum of $320.00 which
I had brought from Provo in the form
of a draft at the South Bethlehem Bank.
Have resolved to keep a very strict
account of my expenses while here,
as I have done of my travelling expenses,
as an item for future reference. The outlay
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amount indeed surprised me when I added
my memoranda account; I scarcely know
by what means it has been reduced so low.
the fare itself properly without reduction
amounting to $100.80. I brought $161.00 in
cash with me, so as to be safe for all
emergencies on the way, and at present
I have just $420.00, every cent counted, for
commencing my career at college. May
God bless that little money to my good;
for it has indeed been saved and
economized to the very best of my ability.
'Tis Utah money, and 'tis th tithed, according
to the rules of the church, and 'tis honestly
gained— why may I not expect it to be
blessed? Passed most of the day at the
University Library; have really no formal
work to do, today and tomorrow being
set apart for examinations with which
I have nothing to do. In the afternoon I
called on the President at his office and
gave him my testimonial from the 
Board and Faculty of the Academy. He
told me to interview Dr. Chandler, the Professor
of Chemistry at an early opportunity as regards
my course. — Purchased a walking
cane today, for a few cents. This may
seem a very trivial item, but it illus-

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one of my favorite theories, viz, that a 
traveller should be strictly cosmopolitan,
and even conform himself to the ways of
the particular community wherein he
may be. Nearly everybody carries a walk-
ing stick here, and my friend Mr. Werner
informs me that I should do the same. So I
did it. All the men smoke here; I do not
intend to smoke for that reason, because
by doing so I sacrifice a principle, but
by simply using a cane I sacrifice no 
principle, but at the same time con-
form to the people here. I respect to have
enough to do in explaining my principles
here, without wasting strength on so
trivial a matter as abhorring the use of 
a staff because it is fastidious In the 
evening in company with Mr. Werner
I visited the Iron and steel works of
the city. Enjoyed the instructive visit
very much, and now I know my way
aboute I shall endeavor to repeat the visit
		Sept. 5
Visited the University Museum, on
which visit Mr. Werner also very kindly
accompanied me. Spent most of the 
day in the Library: endeavored to
see Dr. Chandler according to the President's

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instructions, but learned that the gentleman is
in New York. In the evening kept my promise
to the Editor of the "Enquirer" Provo, by writing
to that journal a brief sketch of my travels.
	Sept. 6.
Spent morning in writing up my
Journal from notes taken enroute Had 
no table in my room, and seeing 'twould
inconvenience Mr Werner's family to
supply one I bought a table. In the
afternoon, attended the opening exercises
in the University Chapel according to
instructions. These consisted in a prayer
service, by a surpliced priest after the
form of the Episcopal Church, a speech
by the President, and the assignment of
work by the Professors. My name was
read among those who were admitted. I now
learned, that admission is particularly dif-
ficult to obtain by reason of their rigorous
examinations. Nearly a dozen were
sent away as refused admission. Went 
through the persecutions incident to being a
new or "fresh" student with the others of similar
kind. This consisted in having the older
students range themselves in two rows, 
so that the "Freshmen" have to walk between 
them in passing from the building, and

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we are shouted at — "cheered" if you please, 
and by a "cane rush" as 'twas called our
canes were taken from us, and those Fresh-
men who had no canes received several
smart little blows with the canes taken 
from the others (not violent of course).
Of course 'tis only a passing circumstance
the "fresh" students at all institutions of
the kind are "hazed," though sometimes the
hazing amounts to severe persecution. If
any very severe indignities, amounting to 
insults should be heaped on me I should
deem it my duty to retaliate. However, I ex-
pect none: though trifling affairs such as
being called "fresh" etc. I do expect. 
			Sept. 7. 
First day for work. Missed chapel in
the morning by a mistake in the time.
Dr Chandler has as yet not returned, so I
have not been assigned to a class. Attended
however two exercises in obedience to the
advice of the Chemistry Instructor.
Viewed the Laboratory etc, but shall reserve
opinion till future time. 
			"	8. 
Attended the Chapel exercises as opening services
of the day: these consist in a short bible reading
and prayer service on the Episcopal form.

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	attended recitations during the morning, and
	at noon succeeded in meeting Dr Chandler, and
afterward spoke with Prof. Barley, the Chemistry
instructor. These gentlemen seemed to think I 
should apply for examinations in the lower
courses, and enter the senior year for the course
in Chemistry: This of course would (provided I
succeeded) lead me to complete the course pre-
scribed in a year, and then take my degree: but it
necessitates me to attend so many incidental work classes,
such as "Christian Evidences," "Ethics" "Essays etc" and
"German," the first of which I do not desire to pursue for
religious reasons, and the last of which I can study
at home, for I find the Prof. of Languages in no
way superior to Prof. Maeser at home: and ac-
cording to the students' statements he is far inferior.
My time here must be employed for such pursuits
as cannot be followed at home: I wish to make an
extensive use of the Laboratory, which I 
take with me. With these views I at once
notified the President that I would enter as a
special student in the "School of Chemists,"  The
Doctor after a few questions, advised me to
follow the last year's exercises only, (I had already
taken through the others myself), and I was as-
signed a desk in the Senior's Laboratory. These
are privileges I would not have enjoyed 'till the
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As it is I am free, and happy in the enjoy-
ment of privileges I have thirsted for: among
them an excellent Laboratory in which I am
informed that I can work all spare time
between 8 a.m. & 5 p.m. five days in the week;
and not the least advantage is that I can select
my studies to the best of my judgement, without
fear of losing a promised name and title.
What do the A.C. A.B. M.A. or Ph. D etc. avail
behind one's name? I work for knowledge, and
leave the name for others to pamper after.
If it is destined that my name shall be known
widely at some far distant day, I want that
name to be known among my own people,
where merit must be thought of before a
title. 
			Sept. 9.
	First week of College life is gone: Of my
programme of proceedings daily I can as
yet say nothing: my studies are not selected,
and consequently my time not distributed.
Hope to say all on this subject in another
week. Wrote to Prof. Maeser today describing
the facilities of the College, and so will also express
my opinion thereof here. The buildings are
certainly luxurious, and the surroundings elegant.
The main building contains the Chapel, Laboratory,
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The Museum of Nat. History specimens is elaborate,
and my own hard earned little collection of ores & rocks
at home seems to be worthless before this display.
The Laboratory is of especial interest to me:
and I am informed that it is among the
best here in the East. I think that I have
been correctly counselled, (as indeed I thought
before), in coming here for a Laboratory ex-
perience. The Library too, is a gorgeous
advantage. An elegant building separate
from the other, and filled with nearly thirty
thousand volumes, beside the leading period-
icals of Europe and America, is the description 
of the Library. When I consider such advantages
compared with what I have enjoyed I feel to
fervently pray for health strength and vigorous
and strong mental powers, for exercising these
advantages while I am here to the best ad-
vantage; and that I may gain such benefits
as, like a bee out from the hive, I may
add to the store of useful knowledge
in our Mountain Home. 
			Sept. 10."
Sunday. Attended the service in the Chapel:
which calls forcibly to mind the old remem-
brances of going to "Church" in England, i. e. when
a very little boy, and before Father had become
a member of the Mormon Church, Some few

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who have learned that I am a Latter-
day Saints' feel surprised that I attend
Chapel.	The bye-laws of the University
require all students to attend unless for-
mally excused by the Faculty, and then
they attend the denomination to which they
belong. There is no L.D.S. branch here: so
I do not apply for an excuse : if the Epis-
copal Church has any thing true and good I
would like to know it too; and I can act with
reverence and decorum in their assemblies.
			Sept. 16.
	Second week passed: nothing of daily
note has occured. My programme
of daily work is now fixed for the term:
and consists of exercises as follows. A
recitation in "Chemical Philosophy" every
day: Lecture in "Metallurgy" every day,
and Lecture in Crystallography twice per
week <& Physiology:> : each occupies an hour, all recita-
tions. & lectures in the University are over by
noon every day : and the afternoon is
spent in the  practical work of the regular
courses. My class work will be over
by 11.30 each morning : I do not eat at
noon hence have no need to go to my
lodgings, and so I have spent during this
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	Laboratory. I desire to apply as much
	time as possible in the Laboratory, since
	that is my object in coming here Work
is in full blast now. — Have spent whole
day today and till very late tonight in
copying notes of lectures attended thus
far. I find my Phonography of exceeding
advantage at present. The Professors
regard themselves as lectures, not teachers,
and simply talk on, caring little whether
students understand the subject or not,
& to a slow note-taker such is peculiarly dis-
advantageous. The hazing of old students
on the new ones or Freshmen as the latter
are called still goes on: though I find my-
self honorably exempted (aha!): for since the
students have seen me in the Services Labor-
atory, and attending only the advanced classes
they have concluded I am no Freshman. My
cane has been off returned to me, and
even apologies offered that I had been
taken for a fresh.
			Sep. 17Sunday Attended chapel in  morning, as
per regulations of University ; spent
afternoon in room in my own studies, —
church works which I have brought with
me found subject for sunday occupation.

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In evening attended service at Mora-
vian Church in company with Mr.
Werner — my landlord. Find I am in
a particularly remarkable region of country
historically — shall enquire more & per-
haps make it the subject of a correspondence
home.
			Sep.	   18.
	Heard from home first time since
leaving, for I had requested the folks
not to write 'till I should send address from
my destination so as to ensure safety.
Not very good news all in all: owing to
Father's misfortune in his cattle, and his
workman leaving him just at the busy
time of year. However the health of the
	folks is good, and the communication
	gives me great pleasure.
			"	21
	My birthday -- 20 years old.—Contem-
plation of rapidity with which time flies
is alarming. Before another year passes
I may have to discontinue my studies here
and return home : in fear of which I would like
to double my application while here if such
could be done to advantage. Many
changes have taken place since last birthday,
and many more doubtlessly will before next.

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		Sept. 22.
This morning a circumstance occured which
I would deem honorable to mention with name
nowhere by voice or pen but here. 'Twas this: I
received a note from the daughter of the gentle-
man at whose house I am, which greatly sur-
prised me. The contents were given in confidence, and
were, if I condense and shorten them these: "that
she was in great trouble: there was another party—
"who was all the world to her", and who unfortunately
was of a very jealous disposition : since my arrival
here he had taken alarm : and his fears had be-
come so exaggerated that he demanded her to leave
home while I was here, or resign all claim to him.
She had spoken with her father, who she said had
become somewhat attached to me; and no other
way was left but to appeal to me under an
earnest request of secrecy; & unknown to her
parents, — I alone in all the world could aid her:
& would I excuse such a communication etc etc."
The above are, as near as I can give them the words of
the note. — This is a revelation: The young lady is I
believe very refined and accomplished: though I 
think I have seen her less than a dozen times in all
since my stay here commenced. I am generally
close in my room : she teaches school her father tells me:
she is never present at meals, and as she stated in
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designated the other party) was entirely and
absolutely without cause. Well, that girls lover
is a foolish fellow; in the first place 'tis either a
mere freak or crazy jealousy to be alarmed at the
presence of a lodger whose occupation keeps him
always in his room while in the house; and
especially of such a harmless unattractive fellow as I.
My duty was clear of course: I have been so pleasantly
situated here, and so solitarily comfortable, that to
leave is unpleasant: but my agreement with Mr
Werner was only for a month: so I shall leave.
If I knew I was causing inconvenience even to the
little noisy baby of this or any other house in which
I would be under similar circumstances, 'twould
be my duty to leave. The oddity of the alarm is that
so many families take boarders here : and yet little
Miss's lover is afraid. 'Tis surely no fault of mine for
I have never had 5 minutes conversation with the
lady, or even shaken her hand. I couldn't fall in
love with her if I wanted to- I don't know how in the
first place, and didn't come here for such a purpose
either. The affair is at once attended  with levity and
seriousness. The lady saw me in my room— she stated
that she desired to do so in her note— and begged
me to keep all secret and believe that 'twas no
personal objection or affair of hers. So, so. I must go. I
thought over it during the day, after telling her at once
I would leave within a week when my month would be up.

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I do not like the occupation of hunting boarding
places ; I desire to be settled. Decided to see Mr
Werner during coming week : give him no idle
excuse, and yet carefully avoid betraying the con-
fidence entrusted in me by telling him I would leave
his house, not for any lack of convenience 
but for a cause which honor frbade me to state, and
ask him to believe that 'twas for the sake of the
request of a friend that I would leave. Perhaps Mr
Werner during coming week : give him no idle
excuse, and yet carefully avoid betraying the con-
fidence entrusted in me by telling him I would leave
his house, not for any lack of convenience or attention,
but for a cause which honor forbade me to state, and
ask him to believe that  I would leave. Perhaps Mr
Werner would think I was intending to board
with some acquaintance among the students. I
certainly would hate him to cherish the idea of my
not appreciating his kindness while here. - 'Tis only
another change—perhaps for the best.
				Sep. 23.
Mr W. came to my room this morning after
breakfast. I asked him to be seated, & told
him I was in a curious situation, viz that of
desiring to leave for a reason not to be stated, &
of wishing to cherish & express every appreciation
of the kindness of himself & household. When I con-
cluded he told me he had an "inkling" of the cause:
was sorry such foolishness had come to my knowledge,
and asked to talk the matter over, but I concluded
my promise would not allow me to do so He
said he would be very sorry to have me leave : I
told him my duty said leave within a week, & that
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He greatly relieved me by saying he would never
consider my leaving but as a mark of respect & honor,
Moreover he insisted 'twas his duty to find me
another place; and that I should proceed
in my studies without concern for a week, by
which time all would be arranged. Thanked
him cordially and feel somewhat contented again.
Today is Saturday, very stormy and cold.
Spent day at Library: this only day in week
on which I can spent any time in Library,
every morning being spent in lectures and every
afternoon in Laboratory work. Shall endeavor
to devote Saturdays to Library privileges; & of
course such times during evenings as I can.
			      Sept. 24.
Sunday
	Spent day as usual — morning at Chapel
	Service in University, afternoon in room
	and during evening in company with Mr
	Werner visited the Methodist Church. This
	is the only sect here, whose ministers speak
when preaching and do not read. The sermon
was certainly good: I learned from it. — Mr W.
opened conversation again respecting my leaving:
said Mrs. W. had surmised the cause of my conversa-
tion with him, & questioned the daughter, His feelings
toward his daughter are certainly strong with dis—
pleasure at her conduct. Whatever he or his wife has
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not betrayed confidence I was  compelled to
tell the gentleman that his daughters fault if
such exists, were for him to deal with: for I
had nothing to do with them. Both Mr and Ms W.
are deeply sorry for this little circumstance, & each
would like me to remain ; so they state: and
I am deeply sorry too that I a total stranger, should be
the cause of any inconvenience in the house, how-
soever unknowingly such may be. Mr W.
in explaining matters as best he could to me,
guessed all kinds of explanations; and among them
was the right one — exactly, as to who spoke with
me, & what prompted the act : but to this con-
jecture as to the others I said nothing. 'Tis a
strange circumstance indeed, so soon after
first meeting the family.
					Sep. 29.
Witnessed a "came rush" among the students
today. This is a college pastime. A code of
miles had been issued by the Sophomore Class,
and among them one clause forbid, the carry-
ing of canes by Freshmen. The Freshmen re-
belled, and as usual the matter had to be
brought to an issue  Both classes appeared
in athletic costume, and a came was given
the Freshmen; who in a body endeavored to present
the sophomores from taking it. A rough and
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making a deafening noise; the College campus
was crowded; the affair had not been a secret;
even the papers announced it, and afte the
struggle the sophs retired defeated. Three were
badly hurt, and a great number had their
shirts torn off; and one stripped of all
habiliments except a pair of under gar-
ments. Such is college fun. The boys are rough 
judging from accounts of hazing; from which
scraps I keep myself aloof.
		Sep. 30
Mr. W. informed me that I could have
agreeable quarters with a family in an
adjoining house, or rather another part of the
same house, for like the English dwellings the
houses are built together. Miss. W. had
already conveyed to me a hint that
such a proposition would be made; of course
I knew from that that 'twould not suit;
so declined Mr W's offer. He surmised again
that I had been spoken too; but pressed
upon me to stay, saying that such foolish
mess meant nothing.
		Oct. 1
Mrs. W. called at my room after breakfast:
and opened conversation on the subject of 
my intended withdrawal: and pressed upon
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I was going; she would like me in the
house: and ended by saying "I suppose
'tis on E's account, from what I guess; but
she says she does not care, & she has no right
to anyhow." I am in a funny plight; Mr & Mrs
W. desire me to stay, even against their
daughter's wishes, which of course I'll not do,
but if I have been mistaken in supposing
Miss. W's desires that I should not stay next
house I shall stay. I dont want to be offensive to
any in the house; as it is 'twould not be ad-
vantageous to me to furnish a room as
most students do, since I may stay only a 
year; and my quarters here have been so
comfortable, I really dislike to leave. I shall
await further developements.
			Oct. 3.
Mr W. informed me to day that he had
enquired etc: and 'twas entirely agreeable
that I should stay at next house and should
commence that evening to take meals in
my new quarters. 'Tis really the same house,
the houses here being on English principle
of several built adjoining & really in one
Took supper at Mr Merss's hosue. Then 
spoke respecting conditions. I should oc-
cupy my present room for a day or two,
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marked "that a little extra would be
necessary when fire would be needed.
Charges are not as satisfactory as at
Mr Werner's, though 'tis lower than I
know of obtaining accomodations else-
where. Would much rather have found lower
charges however. Could I have found a low-
priced room I would have engaged it, &
boarded elsewhere, for I desire to economise;
but rooms alone, furnished, cost from $8 $12
per month; and 'twill not be wise for
me to rent room at $5.00 (average) per 
month & furnish it myself, for I may stay
only a year.
		Oct 4.
Found that the family take breakfast
at before six in the morning, that the
man may go to work at six. This is
inconvenient, as I do not eat dinner,
& from 6 am, till 6 p.m. is a long time to fast.
		" 6
The course of instruction in Metal-
lurgy ended last week; and the Prof-
essor informed us we could apply for examina-
tion at pleasure, any time till end of term.
I knew how busy I am, and desired to
dispose of such as soon as possible, so
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subject, and today applied. The exam-
ination occupied an hour, rigorous ques-
tioning; at the end of which time the Professor
said "Quite satisfactory Mr Talmage." So
I am through, and I'll listen to others now
saying they wish they were through too.
This shows me use of note-taking. I take
phonographic notes carefully, then spend time
in transcribing them, of which I have at times
mistrusted the economy; but the 2 writings
of the notes give me a better idea of the
substance of the lectures than the hours
studying over broken up & disconnected sen-
tences of the others. My phonography is a
great advantage. I read up in the books
of the Library on lecture subjects, and take
additional notes from the reading I make.
	—In evening on returning home I found
my traps etc. transported from my room and as
I afterward found carefully arranged in
my new quarters, every paper scrap being
laid in position. This room is down-
stairs, large, well lighted and ventilated, & far
more convenient than my former residence,
but the extra charge would have been gladly dis-
pensed with, even at cost of less convenience.
However, the change is for the better in
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    		  Oct 7.
Visited "Iron Works" in company with
a fellow student.
			"  8.
Sunday; spent as usual - chapel in
morning; work of religious nature in
afternoon in reading, and some little
writing— letters & Journal which I re-
serve for Sunday's. Enjoyed quite a
lengthy conversation with Mr Meiss on
"Mormonism": he is a sincere man I hope
to do him good in conversation. Thus far
I have tried to engage in conversation
on religious topics when enquired of and
I trust I shall never forget that I hold a
missionarie's certificate, though as my
Bshp. told me before leaving, I am not
out on a preaching mission, and therefore
while ever ready to speak when opportunity
offers or enquiry should be made, I should
not receive the inevitable persecution by forced
testimonies. All with whom I have con-
versed are thus far very respectful after our
conversation. —I find myself having promised 
to write to many at home: friends I mean: every Sunday
sees 5 or 6 letters mailed; and 'though I am exceedingly
anxious to receive letters from friends, I must curtail
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In evening attended the Protestant
Episcopal Church.
			Oct 11.
Thursday—Holiday: Services held at the
University Building, in honor of the founder.
Of course the exercises were accompanied by the
usual pomp and show: the President in his
robes and insignia; the chaplain in his surplice
etc. 'Twas indeed a pleasing exercise, terminating
in evening with a ball: or as called here, a
hop. Oh! what comparison could be drawn
between the parties at home and here! Artistic
performance is here of course preponderating:
while its lack is all but universal at home;
but the dresses, the unmistakle questionable
way of the dancers are surprising. I did
not attend for dancing purposes for many
reasons: 1. one must know how to dance.
I do not; 2. one must wear a dress suit: I have
none: 3. one must have a lady- I have none:
4. One must hire carriage & pair for going and
coming etc; I cant afford it; but I attended for
purpose of comparing our home dancing with
that here. My comparison is fixed on my mind.
				"  12
Friday — Dissappointments have become common
to me now: I look for them, and as my little
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I refer to a special case today. Laboratory work
in general: and analysis in particular is very slow
in progress: if two or three analyses be completed
in a week I feel satisfied. Some others who do not
work as many hours as I do not complete one in
less than 1 or 2 weeks. Everything seemed disadvan-
tageous today: the gas was low owing to accident in
pipes: several of us broke vessels: and I had labored
hard to get a Copper solution of ore ready to con-
vect with the battery for precipitation during Sat-
urday and at 4" minutes before closing time
had all arranged. & by an accident a few
drops were shaken over the side of vessel, which
lo[-]s vitiated the whole. Had another solution of same
ore, nearly ready, & hurried to complete it, did so, 
& just as ready a fellow student & my self managed 
to break the beaker. So my days work is gone. 'Tis
but another little item. Shall improve on it next week.
				Oct 13.
Thursday was stormy: hence outdoor exercises were
postponed till today. Attended the athletic
sports in morning — grand exhibition of every variety
of sport,— 17 gold & silver medals awarded. In evening
was grandest display of fine works on College main
lawn. —Closed with pyrotechnic display of an exact
image of the University main building at sight of which
all the students broke forth with their College
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				Oct 14.
Sunday—Chapel is usual in morning. At-
tended Catholic service during afternoon. First 
time I have observed this form of worship intimately:
'tis certainly a very near approach to idolatry.
In evening attended Moravian German service
with Mr Weiss. 	" 20.
Friday again: this day is usually an unlucky
one for me; in laboratory breakages are far more
common and results more unsatisfactory that
day. Last week's success has been repeated to-
day; have otherwise succeeded well during the
week. One excellent feature occurred—Dr Chandler,
Director of Library told me that as a special student
by making proper application I could gain admission
to the Alcoves of the Library for my reading and study.
This is privilege granted only to few, those who
are engaged in special labor; hence another
good result of my entering as a special student.
				" 21
Rendered application to the Library Clerk for formal
admit to Library Alcoves. Was allowed to enter in-
formally for today's study. In afternoon visited
the "Bethlehem Iron & Steel works", in company with
2 students; took lengthy notes. Both my com-
panions are excellent young men: but oh!
so profane as are nearly all. Lack of profanity
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				Oct. 22 - 
Sunday. Spent day as usual, chapel in morning:
and attended Episcopalian Service during evening.
				" 23
Today an examination was appointed for
Crystallography, —to the class in which I belong. This
has not been a favorite study with me— in fact I 
relish but little the pursuit of an abstract
branch. I expected the examination would be
on  the concrete portions of the study, but when I saw the
questions etc for the examinations, I concluded to
make use of the privilege given students of selecting
their own time for examinations, and postpone
mine in this branch. So I obtained leave of the
Professor to withdraw: in other words— I
flunked (College term).
			" 25.
Today and tomorrow are holidays, in con-
sequence of the Bicentennial Exhibition in 
Philadelphia. Have been anticipating attending
myself, but cant afford it. I am afraid I will
in the future feel angry for not attending, for the
opportunity of witnessing such grand ceremony
may never be found again. Spent day in laboratory.
Laboratory always is closed at 5:30 p.m, after that hour
no one may enter it, but tonight as myself and
two other students were passing the Janitors room
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	The Janitor, a real genial fellow, deploring the
non-appearance of the watchman, who had gone to
Philadelphia, which necessitated him (the Janitor) to re-
main all night at his post. Well, he jocularly
asked us to stay with him, we consented if he would
open the Laboratory; he did so and we worked at our
experiments till nearly 2 a.m. The watchman now
arrived at his post, so we closed and left, pleased
with the opportunity of working over hours.
				Oct 28.
Paid visit to Iron works in company with fellow
students to inspect a new blast furnace, just
erected. 'Twas a rare chance to be inside of a
blast furnace: and instructive too. Took a series of
notes on the subject too.
	During afternoon made enquiries for a room to
rent. The present boarding place is very pleasant:
the landlady is a motherly woman, and is ex—
ceedingly kind: but I find the expenses too high,
and if by living as a bachelor: i. e. providing my
own meals I can save means, I must do so. My
little means is disappearing fast.
				" 29
Sunday: spent as usual. Told Mr Meiss of my inten-
tion of leaving: assuring him at same time that his charges
for such accomodations as I had received were low:
but I could live cheaper and 'twas my necessity to do so His
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			Oct 30.
Passed examination in Crystallography.
			   "  31.
Spent evening in searching for room; believe I
have succeeded.
			Nov. 3.
Result of protracted evening enquiries for room
is that tonight I moved from Mr Meiss' house,
to a small room at residence of a Mr Staufer .
The room is small but cozy and comfortable;
and I have secured it at the rate of $5.50
per month. I trust my change will be attended
with good, for expenses are increasing so rapidly
in my laboratory list that my more bodily comforts
must be cut down: I don't intend by this however
to injure my health; I have not as a rule eaten
dinner, i.e. at mid day for some time, so by this
practice since now I do not look for a mid-day
meal, & in fact find myself better without,
I may save a little. The sentiments of Mr & Mrs Meiss
on my departure were so expressed as to show me that
my object has been attained, viz that of making
in my poor way and by the help of God, an attempt
to make friends wherever I am. Their earnest requests
for me to visit often were prized by me. Thank God for it!
an acquaintance here is gladly formed with a worthy object.
Saw Mr Werner, my former landlord; he requests me too to visit him,
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his regrets again that I should have been compelled
to leave his residence — Nov 4. —
Arranged my things in my room & feel quite at home.
Took a meal at the restaurant today. Spent
most of day as I usually spend Saturdays—in the
Library Alcoves. My admission thereto is prized.
Nov. 5. : Sunday: passed as usual; had provided
myself with a breakfast & lunch in my room.
Nov. 6.	Found that some students take breakfast
& supper at the restaurant, & obtained it cheaply; they
take dinner at the University Hall. Made ar-
rangements with the Restaurant proprieter for
breakfast & supper at $2.50 per week. This
reduces my expenses considerably.
Passed to day exam. in Metallurgy of Lead.
			Nov. 11.
Sat. Witnessed this evening the grandest
street pageant, and torch light parade,
I have ever seen. 'Twas in honor of the
Democratic victory in the last election.
			"	12.
Wrote letter to the Young People's Improve—
ment Association of Third Ward Provo, in
reply to a request from its President to do so.
Spent Sunday as usual. Father generally sends
me the "News" regularly & this contains a sermon
by one of the Apostles, which furnishes an agree-
able subject for Sunday perusal.

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			Nov. 19
Sunday : spent as usual : week has passed
without unusual developments.
			"	20. 
At an early hour after opening exercises
at University, the Prof. of Chemistry called
and requested me to accompany one
of the Graduates on a trip to a locality
called the Wind Gap, in the Blue Mount-
ains, to examine a newly formed spring,
supposed to be of mineral origin. This I
call a great privilege. We left on early
train, taking necessary paraphernalia.
Gave me fine opportunity of viewing the
scenery of the Blue Ridge: and experience
in examining natural waters. We made
tests at the spring & took specimens with us.
Arrived on return on late evening train.
			"  26.
Sunday — as usual : attended an Episco-
palian Bible Class during early morning.
			"  29
Passed examination in Metallurgy of Silver
			"  30 and Dec. 1
Holidays, on account of Thanksgiving. Spent
both days in the Laboratory.
				3
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			Dec. 7.
Slightly discouraging circumstance occurred
to day, mention it because I am in a 
"moody" frame of mind & feeling tonight.
I have endeavored to cut down expenses
in the Laboratory and elsewhere as
much as possible, and judging from
the misfortunes of some I have been pretty
fortunate : but accidents will happen. While
using a large Platinum Crucible be-
longing to the laboratory, I accidentally
perforated bottom while scraping with a 
Platinum rod. This will be very expensive
to repair.
			" 16.
Saturday — One week more only before the
Christmas Holidays; really only a frac-
tion of a week. Examinations commenced
to day: applied for examinations in the
branches of Metallurgy pursued during
term, which I had not passed already.
			"  17
Sunday
As usual: studied some: exam. tomorrow.
			"  18.
Passed exam. in Crystallography - Practical.
I have not made this a specialty, confining
my energies, though dilatory at best, to my
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the Professer informed me on enquiry that
I had passed. A number in the class failed
			Dec. 19.
Tues. — Have been quite ill during
the last night & today. Feel depressed:
and have had indeed some apprehensions
of receiving bad news. Feel quite ill
tonight, but have examination work
to prepare. Really believe, if I had time
to be ill, I should be so, very.
Passed exam. today in qualitative
Analysis
			"  20.
Last day: slept little last night as
one of our hardest examinations was ap-
pointed for this morning — "Chemical
Philosophy." Was retained from 8.30 to
11.30: have not heard the result
from the Professor yet. Well, examina-
tions are over, a number in all the classes
failed, and I anxiously await my own
report. These examinations are no play.
		   "  21
Quite ill all day : appetite gone. Was
affrighted by taking pains in back and
other signs, as indicative of a disorder
of the kidneys. Trust nothing is serious.
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			Dec 22.
Better to day : Spent portion of day in
Library. Learned from the Professor that
I passed in Chem Philosophy: and al-
though my mark was really low, it stood
first on the list. I want a good rank
in this study, & also in Analysis Work: the
others though important have not inspired
as much order in my special course.
			" 23
Spent most of day in Library. Received
my Term Report through the mail from
the President. Find I have failed in no
examination, and stand No 1 in Chemical
Philosophy and No 2 in Practical Analysis, and
No 2 in Analysis Reports. These specified
branches I have tried to make specialities, for
their pursuit I am here. In my other
branches I stand well : and have no absences
excused or inexcused charged against me.
The rules of the institution permit 15
absences per term: but the sixteenth in-
curs suspension or expulsion.
			" 24.
Sunday, and Christmas Eve. In eving at
invitation of Mr & Mrs Staufer I attended
the Christmas services at Lutheran Church
They were grand.

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		Dec  25.
Christmas day : Attended services in
Moravian Church during morning.
Decorations and scenic effects of paintings,
white doves suspended in mid air etc
were excellent. At invitation of the agent
at my boarding place, attended the
Christmas dinner there. In evening
attended services of the Reformed
Lutheran Church. Altogether 'twas a
pleasant Christmas. In every way is
the promise of my patriarchal blessing
coming true - that I shall find friends
among strangers
			" 26 & 27.
	Spent days in Library, preparing schemes 
for my practical Chemistry next term.
			"  28.
Morning spent in Library : afternoon &
part of evening at the Zinc Works
& Iron Mills. Collected some specimens
and much information.
			"  29
Spent morning in Museum of University.
			"  31
Sunday and New Years Eve. Attended "Low
Mass" in Catholic Church during early
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	Episcopal service during forenoon.
In the evening proceeded to Moravian Church.
After the evening service (German) the doors
were closed for an hour. We stayed around
shivering & were admitted to the New Year's 
Service at 10 p.m. The room was superbly 
decorated; and scenic effects from the paint-
ings & illustrations were rare; at the exact
minute of midnight, while the speaker
was still engaged in his sermon, and
all the assembly were devoutly listening, with
a mighty crash the orchestra & choir
welcomed the New Year and
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after a prayer & exhortation we dispersed.
The service was grand & impressive.
Met bands of music & carol singers on the
way home, making joyous music.
After a sleep spent remainder of day in
reading & writing letters. Wrote a short sketch
to the "Enquirer", and a letter to the Y M & Y
L M I A of our ward at Provo. The
Association sent me a few days ago a resol-
ution of thanks for a preceeding letter and
wishes for my enjoyment of Christmas & New Years.
The kind feeling so expressed did me good,
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			Jan.   2
Busy — copying notes, and pre-
paring work for next term.
			"   3.
Visited Iron Mills again: work was just
being resumed in the Converting Department
so had a fine observation of manner of working.
A grand demonstration of force air applied is in
the hydraulic power working the trunions, cranks
etc, by which the heavy ladles ponderous ingots
of white hot metal, & gigantic many ton converters.
All are operated by two boys who stand on
the "Pulpit" where the cranks controling all
are concentrated. At the pressure of a boys
hand the heavy converters recline, rise, or sink
at ease. 'Tis truly a manifestation of man's
greatness : but oh! to turn and watch the
Converter when charged and in action, to
feel the tremor of the whole surrounding
structure by its force, to watch the sparks flying
& flame pouring out, and see the men
seek places of safety — oh! how weak and in—
significant insects are all men!
			"  4.
Visited South Bethlehem Gas Works. They are
small, but the visit was instructive.
All the apparatus and buildings are compactly
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visited large gas works in Bethlehem. Took
full notes. Gas here is made by Lowe process
from crude oil.
				Jan. 5.
Visited Bethlehem gasworks again. Spent after-
noon in Library.
				"   7.
Spent day in room : was visited by some student-
friends during afternoon & evening. Had a 
lengthy & interesting conversation with one es-
pecially, on Utah affairs.
				"  8
Visited Allentown in company with Mr Donahoe, a
student per early train Made long inspection
of Tannery; then visited Phosphate Works— our
chief object in making the trip Had con—
siderable trouble in securing admission: President
of the Company seemed afraid we were
endeavoring to profit by the trade secrets. Visited
the Paint Factory. Returned to Bethlehem on
evening train.	"  9.
I have met a gentleman at the Breakfast
room for several consecutive days now, whom
I found to be the Episcopalian Pastor. Today
he said "You are from the West I believe?" I answered
"Yes sir, from Utah", From that a conversation
arose in which I explained my religion etc. He
expressed a desire to speak again in future.

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After breakfast, wrote some letters, then
considering this to be last day for visiting I
paid visit to Iron Co. One furnace had blown
out; man promised to secure me a specimen of
salamander when furnace would be empty: left
about half past one. Went to Library; on way was talking
with a student & we heard a loud noise as of an
explosion. Saw by evening paper that 2 boilers of Blast-
Furnace No 1 had exploded a few minutes before 2 o'clock.
Four men & one woman were killed. I felt to say
Thank God I left when I did. During evening
I visited the ruins— oh! what devastation; the
force must have been terrific, in every direction.
One large boiler was blown bodily through the "Pattern
Shop" to a distance of 300 feet; fragments of the
other boiler tore their way through the Machine
shop; and one large piece fell in the midst of
nearly a hundred workmen, killing only one. The
last body was dug out a short time before I arrived.
Jan 10 Wednesday— Second Term commenced
" 11. Commenced work of second term. Subjects
for term— Manufacturing Chemistry, Medical and
Agricultural Chemistry, Quantitative Analysis,
Assaying, Metallurgy, Minerology, Blowpipe
work, Geology, Organic Chemistry & Physics.
Received bill for last term's Laboratory expenses.
At beginning of term, made deposit of $55.00.
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for last term amounted to $55.39. I indeed
felt discouraged. Have endeavored to cut
down expenses: but have spent every spare
hour in the Laboratory, and we are charged
for time engaged. My bill for breakages was as
small as any; though I was successful in accom-
plishing more analyses than are required for a whole year.
The deposits for the many practical workings of
this term were heavy, several new & expensive
works of reference are indispensable, a Blowpipe
Apparatus has to be obtained: & yesterday & today
I have seen my little means disappear rapidly.
Jan 12. Completed preparations of books & apparatus
for the term's work. No word from home this
week yet
" 13-14 Sunday Spent day as usual - Chapel,
and stayed in room during afternoon.
"  21  Sunday Week passed without any
thing special beyond work.
The more one reflects, the more is found for 
reflection. Now, I am here for a scientific train-
ing: Science has caused many of her votaries
to become infidels, and I have been warned to
carefully weight every argument and statement
presented to me. Now, an error I can see in my
past life, among many others, is that I have
been too set in an idea once gained, and en-
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to keep myself open to receive suggestons at
all time. Now, the last letter from Bro. Maeser,
warned me again, against accepting statements
untried. I am between two fires in my own
conscience - what shall I do? - Rely upon
my priesthood, as a touchstone, to detect
at all times truth from error?—
Jan. 28— Sunday. Another week past; work
progressing favorably.
Feb. 3 Saturday. - Visited Shive 
Governor Co's Works, in company with
a fellow student and the past foreman
of one department of the establishment.
Feb 4  Sunday— Spent as usual.
" 11. Sunday again; week passed rapidly
and with few unusual occurrences if any.
Attended today in addition to Chapel
service, the evening service at Episcopalian
Church.
" 18 And another Sabbath is here, with its
work behind it. Nothing of importance during
past week but work! By this mornings' early 
mail received letter from Bro J M Tanner of
B.Y.A. Provo: we correspond continually: but
in his letter he said that I may desire to stay
at college another year: & if so he would endeavor
to supply me with means to do so, as best he
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not what may be done, or whether I am to be
called home or not; but the kind offer is
appreciated.
Feb. 20 Tuesday: - I have been anxious to complete
whichever courses of study I commenced here at
the University; and last time I succeeded in passing
all examinations in "Metallurgy", one of the most
extensive of all subjects I commenced, except General
Metallurgy; the lectures on which were not given 'till
this present term; and by the amount of work for this
term occupying all norms on the Programme I found
myself unable to attend the lectures. However I have
made extra study of the subject, and today passed an
examination, thus completing "Metallurgy."
  "   22  Holiday— Washington's Birthday: attended
services in Chapel in celebration of the day.
"23 Received a note from Dr. Coppee, Senior
Professor in the University, requesting an inter-
view at his house. Was much surprised, but
found his motive when answering the request.
A Workingman's Club had been organized for
the benefit of the poor in Bethlehem; and a
number of the senior students had already
contributed by labor toward its assistance. He
desired me to offer some assistance, say
an hour per week in Phonography. This made
me more surprised than ever, but of course felt
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the limited time at my disposal. He re-
quested another interview in a few days.
Feb. 24  Saturday  Visited Iron Mills to collect
specimens of ores.
" 25 Sunday again! I seem scarcely able
to count the Sundays.
March 2. Result of interview with Dr Coppee,
tonight I repaired to the rooms of the Working-
man's Club; a very elaborately arranged
institution, and organized a class of 14 in
Phonography. The announcement had appeared
in the papers, and a very efficient arrange-
ment had been effected. I don't look for 
much in the line of developing great
phonographers—one lesson per week—but
I can show my willingness to help such a 
worthy organization.
Mar 4  Sunday— as usual. Day of rest to me.
" 9  Friday Evening— gave second
lesson in Phonography: - class was very
large tonight, and seems deeply enthusiastic
" " Sunday. - Week passed with
little of note. Had lengthy conversation
tonight with my landlord, Mr. Blanfer
on religious subjects.
" 13. An organization in connection
with the Lehigh University is the "Chem-
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establishment of considerable name
and note. A meeting of the Chemists of
the Junior & Senior classes was called
this evening, and myself among them. It had
been decided to recommence the active
session of the Society at once for the
present term; and certificates of member-
ship were issued to those present. The
election of officers was proceeded with, and
with the usual excitement. Utterly unex-
pectedly I heard my name proposed, and 
the motion carried, as Secretary of the
Society. Quite an honor indeed. At
the close of the meeting the records and
seals of the office were given me.
March 16. Friday—: the interest in the
Phonography Class, as was witnessed by this 
Evening's excercises again, remains unabated.
" 17.  Saturday— Spent most of day in
practical work in field labor in 
Physics,— measuring heights etc. by 
Barometrics
" 22 Thursday - College closed today for 
a 5 days' vacation - owing to Easter week.
I have been desirous of passing the exam-
ination in Botany, and accordingly have
"looked up" the subject a little my object
for passing it is if possible to provide in

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	case of my spending a second year here
or elsewhere: if my certificate answers
for the subject I may not have to spend time
again upon it. It  is anyway a secondary
study. I applied to the Professor two days ago:
he postponed it: and today asked me if I
desired to dispose of the subject before
the holidays: I answered yes! He gave me
a set of printed questions: told me he had
felt satisfied as to my ability (having seen
me in his class in Botany which I attended
some fiv times) and astounded me by
telling me he trusted to my integrity;
and I should write the answers that
afternoon: seal them up and keep them
till college resumed. Strange proceedings;
the examination did not cause me any
terrors in anticipation 'tis true: but
I never expected this. Commenced in my
room at 1 pm: finished and sealed up
papers at 3:45. Indeed I performed
the labor fairly.
Mar. 23— Good Friday: Spent day studying
etc. in room. Attended the services in
evening at Episcopal Church.
Mar 24 Saturday A rather unlooked
for expense forced itself upon me today:
viz.— procuring a watch. I have no clock

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in my room: and a watch is indeed in-
dispensable. My watch, in the course of my
using a strong battery & coil recently in
the Physics Laboratory, became magnetized
and of course worthless. Today also
received a P.O. Order from Bro. Larmer
at Provo for Fifty Dollars. Did not look
for any that age. however 'tis well. Wrote at
once to Bro F. and sent him my note.
He stipulates that the money shall be
returned without interest; however I hope to be
able to pay money back with interest: but 
the good feeling so expressed I can never repay.
March 25. Sunday— Easter day. Attended
Moravian celebration of Easter commencing at
4.30 this morning. Ceremony consists of
services in the church, after which the
whole congregation proceeds to the Grave
yard: and songs & carols are indulged in
to greet first beams of the sun.
Attended Easter Carols at Episcopalian
Church in afternoon.
March 30— A dance or as called here
a Hop was given by the University
at the opening of the New Gymnasium.
'Twas a grand affair— including 
a most fashionably served supper.
This morning passed a physical.

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examination by the Director of the
Gymnasium. Every student is required
to submit to such: it includes a
complete measurement of every part of
	the body; and tests of strength.
	Mar. 31. The Organic Chemistry class
with Prof Bailey left today for a trip
in the northern cities. We visited
the noted Catasaqua Iron Works:
arrived on train half an hour
after a terrible wreck of engine and
cars. The station platform resembled
matchwood. Visited Allentown; and
the Muhlenberg College. Returned to
Bethlehem in evening. Tonight enjoyed
quite a lengthy conversation with a 
student on the Mormon question
April 3.  Revisited Allentown; the Chemistry
Class and Prof Bailey. Visited Soap Works
and Silk Mills, Returned in evening.
Have been studying for some time the
special subject of Toxicology; and today
received special instruction from Dr Chandler, 
with descriptions for a full to[-]ical analysis.
April 8 Sunday. – Spent as usual.
   "   10  Had satisfaction today of having
my last analysis in the regular course
accepted; my laboratory work will be

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now in Special direction— Toxical
analysis & work in Medical Chemistry.
April 13  Passed examination in the "Physics"
pursued by class previous to my going it.
April 15  Sunday. Visited Moravian
Church in evening, in addition to
the University Chapel exercises
April 22  Sunday again. Letters bring me
 	good news from home.
April 26  At Meeting of Chemical Society
tonight. I read a paper on "Chemistry and Life."
Had satisfaction (?) of a cheer.
April 27. By good fortune I have succeeded
in accomplishing all the laboratory
work in "Analysis", also extras in
Toxicology and Medical Chemistry; and
today handed my apparatus in.
My spare time afternoons will be spent
in the library, and gas laboratory, to
the latter I still have access
April 28  In company with fellow students,
today visited Friedensville, and the famous
Zinc Mines.
*April 25. Passed examination in
	"Assaying"
	Ap. 29 Sunday – Spent as usual. Attended
	Service at the Episcopal church in
	evening.

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May 6— Sunday again. Weeks pass
too rapidly for counting.
May 9  Passed examination in "Organic 
Chemistry."
May 12  Spent part of  day in athletic practice
The new Gymnasium is now formally opened,
and is indeed a marvel of completeness
and convenience. Everything seems to be on
hand; appliances for the training and
development of every muscle.
May 19  Attended the Exhibition of the
Athletic association today.
May 28.  Was requested today by the Prof-
essor of Chemistry to perform
Analysis of three specimens of
Zinc White Pigment, about which there
had been complaints made by the 
customers against the manufacturers.
Accepted, and commenced at once; for
such an appointment or offer is con-
sidered among the students as an honor
May 30. Passed examination in
Geology. Exam lasted 4 hours
Succeeded beyond expectations
June 2. Completed the analyses
for Prof Bailey, and reported on 
the same. He expressed his satis-
faction. Recitations close today

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for the College year. The time
left closing day is now to be
occupied in Examinations
June 4  Passed examination in "Physics".
June 5  Passed examinations in "Quanti-
tative Analysis". and
June 7  Passed examination in "I Blow-
	pipe analysis"
June 8  Passed examination in "Toxicology"
and "Manufacturing Chemistry"
Also today addressed, as per in-
structions, a note to the Faculty, 
asking that a Certificate of the work
accomplished during the year be 
granted me, as I do not intend to
be here next term.
June 9  In evening attended the opening
"services" for a favorite picnic
resort. The affair is known as the
Carnival, and consists in illumin-
ations on boats with which the 
river is crowded, fireworks, music etc.
June 11  I have not attended the exercises
in German, because this is an in-
cidental, but as the appearances be-
come more promising of my being able 
to spend a second year in the East
it will probably be best to dispose of

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as many examinations as time will
permit; sotoday I applied for an
examination in German. Succeeded 
in passing.
June 13.  I obtained a private examination
in "Medical", "Agricultural", and "Applied
Chemistry" today. Dr Chandler seemed
bent on giving a long, if not a difficult 
examination; it commenced at 3.30 and 
ended at 8 p.m; or rather closed at
that time for it is to be completed
at a future day.
	After the exam. closed, the Professor
surprised me by stating that he
intended to hold an examination  in 
Chemistry for Freshman class in a 
short time, and would be pleased if I
would promise to assist in the same,
as owing to the size of the class
assistance would be required. Of
course I said yes.
June 16  Passed examination in "Minerology"
During later part of day attended the
examination in Freshman Chemistry &
assisted in collecting papers. The Profes-
sor gave me the written answers to
some of the questions, and I compared, and
marked the papers.

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June 17  "University Sunday"-- series
held by a body of visiting ministers
with great ceremony.
June 18  Assisted Dr. Chandler in the
examination papers in Chemistry.
June 19. In the evening attended the
imposing ceremony by the sophomore
class in the "Cremation" of their favoritt ?)
text book— "Olney's Calculus."
June 20.  In morning attended the 
Junior Class contest for the anatained
prize. During the afternoon the
pompous proceedings of "Banner Day".
by the Senior Class took place. In the 
evening the Address before the
Alumni.
June 21— Commencement day and 
last of the college year. The
ceremonies were grand, and the christen-
ing of the graduates especially so.
June 23.  I have felt desirous to obtain em-
ployment for the summer months , to 
occupy the time profitably, as well as
defray expenses. I desire however to re-
main here in Bethlehem to use the
University Library. Today, on the recommen-
dation of Dr Chandler, I went to Catasauqua
to Crane Iron Works where a Chemist-

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is desired. On finding that I did not
want a permanent position, but
only for the two months vacation,
the superintendent lowered the pro-
posed salary, offering only $35.00
per month. By expenses for board
& room per month $20.00 : and the
fare to and from Catasaqua -$10.00 per mon:
I would be able to clear $5.00 per mon
I think it will be better to employ
my time in study
June 24  Sunday. Forty-two Sun-
days ago I was busy in expectations
of the developments of the College
year: today, tis passed by. Yes, the
time so eagerly looked forward to is now
to be scanned from before. At present I
am uncertain, as to my staying
another year in the East, but I
greatly hope to do so. In looking over
the past I can but thank God
for protection & peace : and the in-
formation gained here in any single
week would upay me for expense
and trouble in coming here. For the
present I shall spend the time in
study &rest: if satisfactory occupation
be obtainable I shall take it. My expenses

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for the year have been fairly moderate.
Actually spent since leaving home
(fare: travelling etc included)				}$451.15
Book etc. for college ordered from home	19.50
Total expenses to close of college year —	$470.65
	This leaves me about $30.00 of my own,
and $50.00 in hand as the loan from Bro Tanner,
giving me $80.00 on hand. My expenses next
year will be absolutely on what I can borrow.
	My successes by the help of God
have been greater than I had dreamed:
my desires have truly been answered: and
now, may God grant me humility and
sincerity in my use of the same.
June 25. Received from the Secretary of Faculty
my certificate. It vouches for the completion of
During Freshman Year {German,
					Botany, Elementary Chemistry
Sophomore Year {Qualitative Analysis, Physics and German,
			Chemical Preparations, Assaying
			Blowpipe Analysis
Junior Year. {Chemical Philosophy, Toxicology,
			Qualitative Analysis, Anatomy
			and Physiology, Crystallography,
			Organic Chemistry Iron—
			Mutallengy: Mineralogy

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Senior Year	{General Metallurgy; Quantitative
			Analysis; Chemistry applied to Arts,
			Medical Chemistry, Agricultural
			Chemistry, Historic, Dynamic, and
			Economic Geology.

	I was informed by Prof Johnson, the Sec'y. that
in view of but few subjects remaining to be
completed; that the Faculty had voted
that the degree should be awarded me upon
the completion of the course, whether here
or elsewhere.
June 26 Tuesday. Accompanied a party
of students (3), who by request of the
Professor of Civil Engineering went to
a place called Grosse Rock, (7 miles)
to view a Signal-Station tower. We had
not long started before rain commenced to fall
and we all were thoroughly drenched.
June 27 Received card from Prof. Bailey to
visit him at his house. Did so in
evening; he paid me for the analysis
I made for him (May 28). He gave me a
check for $15.00—Quite a help.
June 28. If I stay at Lehigh, and become
a candidate for a degree, I will have
the subjects not yet passed in to com-
plete. Most of these branches are the

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Mathematics. For some reason I
have always been inclined to skirt all
Mathematical Studies which do not admit
of direct application. 'Tis a humiliating
confession to make, yet my mind is
so trained as to abhor all but the
concrete. I use the strong term abhor
purposely. Yesterday and today I have
been trying to "get down" to Higher
Algebra & Analytical Geometry. I can under-
stand the subjects easily when I fix
my mind upon them, but it is absolute
torture to me to pursue the study for an
hour. I never dreamed of becoming so
callous mentally in this respect. If for
no other reason than this, now I shallbegin a mathematical training in
earnest. During the afternoon, a 
man called and offered some tracts on 
his own life for sale. He professed to be a 
traveling preacher of the sect of the 
Mennonites. He wanted to talk, and on 
learning my religion evinced great interest.
He stayed more than an hour and 
on leaving thanked me, saying that he 
had never understood the truth as 
well before.
June 30  Passed examination in Rhetoric

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and Christian Evidences. These are some
incidentals to be disposed of. I had 
disliked entering an examination in 
the latter subject; but it proved to be 
really an explanation of our faith 
by me to the Professor. He asked me 
questions regarding the New Testament etc.
which gave me an opportunity to 
explain myself. 
July 8. Another week of vacation 
has passed. I had intended to 
endeavor to obtain some employ-
ment for the summer months, but
find it difficult to do. I have had
two positions offered me as Chemist 
in Calasangna Iron Mills: by the 
recommendation of the Professor of Chemistry, 
but they were desirous of my provision 
to remain a year; and on finding I 
could promise but for two months only 
offered me $35.- per month. Now, I wouldn't 
have to go to Catasangua every morning 
and return every evening, as I want 
to use the Library here : and this 
amount would but just pay my 
expenses. So I consider it more 
prudent to spend the vacation 
here, in reading & study, since if I

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leave Bethlehem in September, the
advantages of the excellent Library here
will be over for me. Thus far I have
spent my morning home in study, and
afternoons in reading and note - taking
in Library. ——
	I suppose an imaginative mind
is a general characteristic of youth and
its consequent folly. That characteristic
is mine to an eminent degree. But
a lively imagination may prove either
a goodly attribute or a ruining mis-
fortune. One finds himself unconsciously
marking out a future cousin, drawing
for himself a satisfactory position and
estate and peopling his creation with
every being necessary to its complete 
fullfilment. The fact that such a spot can
never be arrived at is no bar to his
fancy. I hoped that at College my sur-
roundings would preclude all but
systematic study: but, try how I will, I
find my mind drifting toward the
act of making any hoped for success, a
mark of promotion. Though such fancies
are known only to such times as my
mind is given up to fantasy, still
I condemn myself for the non-subjection

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ly this time of any such imagination
I admit that such fantastical aspirations
are no more than I have heard others
of my acquaintances actually talk about,
but I suffer under the same delusions only
I would abhor the thought of thinking aloud
in such a direction. I see that a College
atmosphere is not conducive to such
settled mind as should attend a student
The study has to be performed, or a rank
is lost, and a constant, atmosphere of
competition is around us all. I would
that I could become interested in some
special pursuit in private, wherein
competition could not enter my mind,
& all but the love for the subject would
be removed from my reach. If I read
history aright, it is from such
hermit students that the advantageous
advances in science come.
July 14. Another week gone. The days have
all been spent about alike — study chiefly
in Descriptive & Analytical geometry in the
morning, reading in the Library, and
Drawing in the afternoon & evening.
July 17 A fellow student and a friend —
	Mr. J. Wagner visited me today, as he
often does. In conversation he described to me

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many of the points of interest in Phil-
adelphia; and I decided to make a visit 
there. We will go together and intend to start
tomorrow.
July 18. Left Bethlehem on early train and
arrived at Philadelphia at 8:30 a.m. By
great kindess, my friend Wagner, insisted
on my accompanying him to the home of his
brother, at which we stayed while in the
city. After breakfast we started at once on
our tour of inspection.  Spent 5 hours in
the "European Museum." - a vast collection
of natural specimens, and models of Physiol-
ogical subjects. Men only are admitted; but
the information to be gained is immense. I
shall ever wish late I get the opportunity
of visiting again.  Visited Queen & Co's
Establishment, with which the Academy
dealt & of whom we bought all the ap-
paratus & the lantern.  The people were
very kind, and showed us through the whole
establishment  We then visited the larje builds.
Public buildings, - churches, new Post Office etc.
During the evening, a very pleasurable
circumstance occured. Another family, occupied 
part of the house in which we stayed, &
of course the two families are somewhat
intimate. Friend Wagner, of course knew my

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religion, for I have talked him several times
and as soon as the people in the house
learned that I came from Utah, it was
developed that the father of the head of the
family occupying the same house as my
friend's brother, was, or had been a Latter-
day-saint. On learning this I was very
anxious to meet the man: and he, hearing
of my visit seemed as anxious to meet me, for
in the early evening he came to the house &
was introduced to me as Mr Harrison. I
had been sitting in the dark room, enjoying
the pleasant evening, and although we
had never known or heard of each other
before, and had not even then seen each
other's features, we shook hands & commenced.
Bro Harrison proved to be a very venerable
gentleman: by trade- the proprietor of a
Cigar Mansfactory: and he told me the
branch that had once existed in Philadelphia
had been neglected: and at present about
a dozen still held a connection. He said
meetings were usually held Sunday nights:
and I must if possible come down to the
city again and visit them. This is indeed a
pleasure: and never before have I had such an
example of what effect an spirit has

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upon the whole native. He had heard so
suddenly of my visit and was so busy that
we could not be long together : but he took
me by the hand & meeting my friend Wagner
in the other room : told him of our meeting
& hearing of each other now for the first
time, and still we even find friends. From
that he began to talk and gave Wagner
a pretty strong session. I met his wife also
who, however, did not really belong to the Church,
She is as pleasant & venerable as he.
July 19.  We started (Wagner and I) at 4.30 a.m.
and visited Fairmount Park, collected some
specimens of the Granite strata there: and
returned to breakfast at 9. Then we spent
4 rooms in the halls of the Academy  of
Fine Arts: then about 2 homes in the
Centennial buildings : then we rushed and
"took in" the "Views of Pompeii" : then
the  "Water Works"; then the "chocolate
Manufactory" where by the kindness of
the foreman - Mr E[--] I secured specimans
of the various processes : then we "took in"
the Independence Hall. the broken bell etc. etc.
passed through the chief shots — Market,
Chestnut, & Walnut, & Bevan :  the Budjes
and public squares, the Masonic Temple,
and the Jewish Cathedral, then rushed home,

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and stopped to take breath.  I met the
daughter of Bro Harrison: the family
seems to be a very well-to-do and somewhat
of a stylish one.  We returned to Bethlehem
on the 10 p.m. train. To day has been
a constant bustle: but the information
gained has been of an invaluable kind; and
I shall hope to visit Philadelphia again. 
July 22	Sunday –&nbsp;Spent as usual in
reading etc. — quietly
July 23.	Made a trip to Lechaweki springs
collecting plants.
July 26.  Prof Doolittle told me today that if so
I would pass the second years examinations
in Mathematics I could be passed on all
preceeding. Of course the second year com-
prises everything in the first, yet the
relief from the many examinations would be
an assistanse
July. 28.	Received Circulars, and a reply to
a note sent to Johns Hopkins University
very favorable; the course is suitable
and the changes moderate.
July 30. —Monday— Started at day break
in company with Mr John Wagner on
a walking excursion.  We fixed no definite
limits for the day, but kept steadily on,
stopping a farm houses along the way for

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breakfast and dinner, and stopped at
Lehighton in the evening. This is said
to be 32 miles from Bethlehem: and if so,
we have covered a good day's journey. We
were obliged to stop at a hotel for the night
July 31. We left the hotel early and went on
foot to Mauch Chunk: and here took the
first train on the famous switch back
railroad: it is indeed a triumph of
engineering skill. At Summit Hill we
stopped off, and visited the Coal mines in
the vicinity. Oh! this was indeed a
pleasure —&nbsp;to find specimens of the coal
plants of which I had only read till I came
to "Lehigh," and then had actually seen, but
now actually found them in their natural
state and took them as my own. We got tolerably
good specimens of Ferns, and Sig gilana.
Then we returned on the "switchback" to
Mauch Chunk, visited Glen Onoko –&nbsp;a
very gem of a pleasant resort, and in
the evening returned to Bethlehem via
railway. The trip has indeed been a
pleasant one.
Aug 1. Commenced a series of systematic reading
on Biology in the Library. If I go to Johns
Hopkins University I will have a splendid
chance to pursue the study.

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Aug 2.  Was surprised today in looking
over some books at the Library to note a
number of publications of alleged exposures
of the "Crimes of Mormonism" I had
thought but a few were extant, and
these of an insignificant kind. I found
however following:-
(1) "Life in Utah" or Mysteries of Mormonism
and Polygamy by J H Beadle, editor
Salt Lake Reporter, etc"
(2) "Mormonism unveiled or the Life and
Confessions of John D Lee" by himself.
(3) "Wife No 19 or Life in Bondage
by Ann Eliza Young."
(4) "Female Life among the Mormons
by wife of a Mormon Elder or
Maria Wards Disclosures."
(5) "Mysteries of Mormonism—a full
exposure of its Secret Practices and
hidden crimes" by an Apostles Wife."
All of these were profusely illus-
trated; and gave thrilling accounts:
and if the public in general deign to
think of the matter in the light of truth,
that is, even inclined to believe one tenth
part to be true then they will certainly
have a prejudice against our people.
I shall not comment upon the contents.

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Aug. 2 (con) Answered letter today from
Bro. Tanner who stated that the Board
of the BY Academy had been interviewed
on the matter of advancing me means
for next year; and though no answer had
been definitely given, yet, a favorable one
could be expected.
	I am still undecided which institutions
I shall attend if the financial opening be
made. I would like advice upon the subject
yet my position somewhat precluded it.
I have every encouragement to attend Yale.
Prof Bailey of Lehigh is a graduate from
Yale and wrote in my behalf. He informed
me that he would give me letters to some
of the Professors there; and he advises me
to go. I would do so probably if I were
particularly anxious for a degree, as he
informs me I could complete the course in
Chemistry easily in a year. However, the
expenses there are very high. Johns Hop-
kins University offers brilliant attractions
in the way of a pleasing course, and if
go there with no idea of taking a degree,
but merely for the purpose of study
I think I shall be profitably situated. The
courses in Chemistry, Biology, and Physics
are all I could desire.

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August 5 Sunday— Spent as usual
in quiet reading etc. Enjoyed very pleasant
visit and conversation with Mr Werner, who
called during morning.
Aug 6.  I am deeply interested in my readings
in Biology; and spend my time between
that and some other branches of study.
Aug 7.  Very long walk today, hoping
to obtain specimens of Turtles of which
there are several varieties in the neighborhood.
The people tell me the animals are very
numerous here abouts, but when one
hunts for them they are difficult to
find I was unsuccessful today in all
but getting a respectably-sized headache and
becoming very tired.
Aug. 8.  Started out with "Veeder", a fellow
student for a tramp. Proceeded along the
Monocacy in search of Turtles. Saw a great
number, and having become accidentally wet,
waded in and soon captured a dozen of assorted
sizes. All seem of one species however. Selec-
ted four to show different developments of
the shell and liberated the rest. Got dinner
at a farm house on the way, and spent
the afternoon in exploring the region. Returned
home tired in the evening.

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Aug 9.  Rose early: took my dead
turtles and put them near the bullocks
of black ants in the woods just
west of South Bethlehem.
Same date went on a fishing jaunt
with Veeder—a student. Usual luck
in such enterprises— wet, cold, hungry,
and no fish.
Aug. 10.  Spent in study mostly in
library.
Aug. 11.  Saw Veeder for first time since
fishing tramp— he had been suffering
severely from the poison of ivy, which
he absorbed while wading after fish.
His case has been serious, and he is
swollen in the lower extremities quite
violently.
Aug. 13. Went "fishing" for bull frogs, the
species of which is very large here. I
want one to obtain a perfect skeleton
from. Caught one, and ceased trying for
more as one is enough. It is a monstrous
animal for a frog— must weight nearly
1 1/4 lbs.  Dissected it carefully, and placed
it near an ant-hill in the woods.
Spent remainder of day in library, and
in my room studying.

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Aug 14. Enjoyed pleasant row on river this
evening with "Suarez" – a student. He is
a Spaniard, and can talk the English
language only with difficulty. Our conversation
turned upon matters of religion, and I gave him
an outline of our faith.
Aug 15 Visited Lehigh Zinc Co's Works;
collected specimins etc.
Aug. 16 Visited Iron and Steel Mills,
opened today for first time for
some time owing to a prolonged
strike among the men for some
change in wages.
			Aug. 17
Received today a draft on the
New York Bank for one hundred
Dollars; of which $50.00 is from
Bro. Tanner; $30 from W. H. Dusenberry
and $20 from W. N. Dusenberry. I cannot
be too thankful for the kindness
taken by Bro. Tanner and my friends
at home in thus assisting me; in
truth I could not but see the spirit
of unity among our people, even
if I were an unbeliever till now.
A very difficult question with me
now is — to what institution shall
I go next week? I have thought

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over the subject myself, and think
really it would be best to change from
Lehigh.  The past year's course has
been one of inestimable benefit to 
me, and had I the year before
me now, I believe I would crue to 
Lehigh and take a special course
as I have done.  I had the advice of 
those above me in selecting Lehigh.  Now
I would, if I stayed here, be endeavoring
to secure a degree, for I have so little now
to do to get it; whereas I have no time
while in the East-- in fact I can not
afford to spend time in the satisfying
of incidental requirements for a degree
I have had the advice of Prof Bailey to 
to to Yale, and by his effort the President
of Executive Board of Yale has granted
me absolution from many requirements
if I should enter there as a candidate
for a degree; but the expense would
be very great.  At Johns Hopkins
University the expense is more to be able,
and the course fully as suitable I 
would wish for advice, I wrote to Prof Maeser,
his answer was to follow my own 
dictates after prayerful reflections; but
I feel sadly alone in the matter

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This evening (same date-August 17) the
Phonography Class of the Working men's
Club met in its last session. As I am
intending to leave Bethlehem before long
it became necessary to stop the
exercises in the class, which has been
in session weekly since March 2.
The class moved and carried a 
sincere vote of thanks for my labors
and emphasized their good wishes by
the presentation of a heavy, ebony,
gold headed cane; with the follow-
ing engraving:-
	Presented to
	J. E. Talmage
	Aug. 17, 1883
	     By the Phonography Class
			Bethlehem Pa.
The present is a handsome one, and 
the wishes and good will accom-
panying it are deeply appreciated
To have dreamed of such a happy occur-
ence when I came to Bethlehem a year 
ago would have been foolishness; but
the thought that I am carrying away
the good feelings of that little class
of acquaintences which I have made
here is indeed gratifying. The purpose

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made to me by my Patriarch, "that
I should find friends among strangers'
is seeing a very frequently repeated ful-
filment. The president of the Club
is the Episcopalian Rector here in
South Bethlehem; and I have had repeated
conversations with him. He knows I
am a "Mormon", Dr Coppie the
Chairman of the Committee knows it, and
the class knows it; and in spite of the
opposition usually manifested towards
even the name of a "Latter day Saint," or its
nickname 'Mormon", this mark of true
good feeling has been shown me.
I sometimes think that my way
always has been smoothly prepared
for me; none of the difficulties and
hardships which fill up the mass
of some people's experience have seemed 
to fall to me.
	Tis a principle of nature that each
one will have his share in the
battle of life; but my share has been
an easy quarter thus far. I have
never been so well supplied with
funds as not to wish more, yet I
have never yet been in want.

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		  Aug. 18
Have been for some time an-
ticipating a trip to New York:
and it being via the Lehigh
Valley Railroad, Wagner suggested
trying to obtain a pass. He applied
for both of us as "L. U" students, and
succeeded in obtaining it as desired.
So we shall probably go on Monday, as
I want to collect specimens from the
Manufacturing Works there.
	This evening's paper contained 
an item on the act of the
Phonography Class; and I feel so
grateful for the feeling manifested
toward me in this— to me a land
of strangers, that even at the
risk of appearing somewhat
egotistical I shall append the items:

[The following is a newspaper clipping]
	Daily BETHLEHEM Times
    SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 1883.

	SUBSTANTIAL THANKS.—The class in
phonography organized under the auspices
of the Workingmen's Club, South Bethle-
hem, met in its last session last evening.
After the exercises the class returned a
hearty vote of thanks to the instructor,
James E. Talmage, and accompanied the
expression with the presentation of a hand-
some gold-headed cane, bearing the in-
scription:  "Presented to J. E. Talmage
by the Phonography Class, South Bethle-
hem, Pa., Aug. 17, 1883." This is cer-
tainly a proof that the gentleman bears
with him in his departure from Bethlehem
the hearty good will of his friends here.

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		August 19
Sunday. — Mailed letters home, and
	to Bros. Tanner, & Dusenberrys. enclos-
	ing receipts to the latter for the
	money received.
	       	 — August 20 —
Left Bethlehem per early train for
New York: and reached the latter by little
past nine a. m. Neither Wagner nor
myself was acquainted in that city: and
we had intended obtaining a room for
the few days we remained there. He
however had a distant relative whom
he had never seen, and we went to the
address to ask about obtaining accom-
odations: when the family insisted
on remaining there. Thus our way
is smoothed again, and in the midst
of a great city - unacquainted - friends
appear- The address was Mr Sier, 354
Seventh Avenue (near 29" St.)
	Today we visited the "Asbestos Works
Courtland Street, and obtained a very
valuable suite of specimens and no less
valuable information. Then we visited
the Germania Ultramarine Works" -
Courtland St, and experienced the
same success- Next we hastened to

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"Central Park", viewed the menagerie,
the Lake etc and the far famed
Obelisk –&nbsp;Cleopatra's Needle. In the
evening we went to "Christian Associa-
tion – Library".
		—August 21—
Started early for the renowned
Brooklyn Bridge —&nbsp;a truly wonder-
ful structure. Revisited the Asbes-
tos Works on our return; then visited
the Cork Works and took specimens
Thence we went to Lister Brothers'
Fertilizer Works — and after some
trouble obtained specimens, but
could not get permission to
view the works.
	In the evening we attended the
Theatre at Niblo's Gardens, and
witnessed 'Excelsior" — a grand
spectacle, being a representation
of the progress of learning and
Civilization — in a word of Light,
during the various ages of the world
		August 22
Passed per ferry across to Brooklyn,
and visited the Havemeyer Sugar
House. Here too we experienced some
trouble in obtaining admittance, but

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finally succeeded, and obtained a fine
suite of specimens illustrative of the
various processes. Then we went to
Union St. Glass Works, and were courteusly
shown through. We thus returned to
New York, and went to the office of the
Pratt Oil works, and after some trouble
were permitted to visit their works
in Brooklyn at a fixed time next
day. We crossed on a ferry to
witness a fire in the Daylight Oil
Refinery Cos works,— the oil had been
strewn on the river, and literally
the river seemed on fire.
Then we took steamer to Coney
Island, where we "took in" the sights,
bathed in the sun[-], collected shells: —
and then returned to New York on the
night boat. Passed the Brooklyn
Bridge as it is illuminated at
night — a grand sight.
		August 23"
Visited early the Rubber Works - 133rd st,
near 4" Avenue. Were shown through,
and obtained some specimens though
with difficulty. The adultuation in
Rubber goods is very great, and we
could scarcely expect to obtain much.

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Then we went to Museum of
Art — Central Park — and then,
Wagner feeling ill, he returned
to our lodging, and I visited 
Brooklyn alone. Had some
trouble in finding the Pratt
Oil Co's works, but after finding
the same I was well repaid. The
superintendent himself took me
through, and nothing seemed to
him too much trouble to obtain the
chance to show every thing We spent
2 1/2 hours together, and at last he
said the specimens I would collect
would not form a complete set
as not all operations were running
at once, but if I would give my address,
he would forward me a set complete.
I thanked him and gave my address
at Baltimore. The Supt.s name is
Mr Gunnell, and the works are
situated at North 12" Street Williams-
burg— Brooklyn. He invited me
write for explanation of the process
at any time I may desire.
In the evening, a young gentleman
stopping at same house as me,
and a very affable man offered to

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show us some of the "events" of the city.
Now, we had already seen too much
wickedness in New York to be very
highly impressed with the morality of
the City, but instead of shrinking
from the sights, in fear that such would
lead us on to the same ourselves, I think
we should see all. We therefore accepted
his offer; but did not visit the
slums or bad parts of the City but
kept on the fashionable streets.
Oh—where is virtue here? That it is
possible for any one in the garb of
man or woman to act as we
saw them act, is an astounding
revelation. And such are they who
are so energetic in attacking our
religion under the sham charge,
of lasciviousness among our people.
We do well to regard their attacks with
disgust. May God ever give me as
true a hatred and disgust for the
hellish practices as I experience now.
		August 24.
We left New York on early train, and
stopped at Newark, New Jersey. Here
we visited the Hawes and Phillips
Machine shops, then tried to gain

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admission to Clark's Machine
Thread Co. — an immense establishment.
We were required to see the super-
intendent in person, and though we
waited for 3 hours, he was not to
be found. So we were compelled
to forego the pleasure. This is
the first real disappointment
on our trip.
	Returned to Bethlehem on the
evening train, well satisfied with
our trip.
		August 25.
Spent day in arranging specimens.
Received card from Bro. Coray, – he has
decided on attending "Cornell University"
so we shall not be together next
year. I consider my attendance at
Johns Hopkins University now as
about certain — and indeed would
not (unless counselled to do so) think
of leaving Lehigh for any other in—
stitution than Johns Hopkins or Yale.
		August 26 — 29.
Spent time in reading and study
		Aug. 29.
Obtained a pass by request over
the Lehigh Valley Rail Road to

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visit the Coal Mines. I wish to make
another visit before leaving.
		  Aug. 30
	Started in company with Wagner
at 6.30 a.m. for "Wilkesbarre", and reached
that point at 11.10	Visited the
"Hollanbach," "Parish" "Empire", and 
"Black Diamond" Collieries and collec-
ted a number of fossils.
We succeeded better than we had
expected, and finding but few manu-
factories or other places of interest
there, contrary to our expectations
returned same day to Bethlehem.
The last train being very late enabled
us to do so. We reached home again
at 10.15, p. m.
			Aug. 31
Spent day in study, and labelling and
arranging specimens.
			AugSeptember 1
Spent day in study, and in visiting friends.
Visited the shire Governor Works of Beth-
lehem. 
			September 2
Sunday: — Spent day quietly: attended the
Service at Episcopal Church in the evening,
and, afterward, in company with Mr Wagner

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visited a couple of his lady friends. I
met these two ladies two days ago for the
first time, and mention the item here, be-
cause they are the only lady acquaintances
I have made in Bethlehem, aside from
those at whose houses I have stayed.
Lady associates are beneficial to young
men: but when first I came here I deter-
mined as the result of reflection, to keep my
circle of acquaintances outside the list of
students, very small, and at that entirely
devoid of lady friends. I have done so
because of anxiety to have no disturbing
influence mixed up in my career of
study: and of the two possible evils, I chose
the lack of lady society for the little time
I am here, before the possible neglect
of study and perhaps deeper cause for
remorse which might have followed a
different course. My mind & affectures all
young, and could readily be so ensured
as to do me harm.
			September 3. 
Spent day in boxing up specimens,
and packing my books etc. Also
received and made several visits, as
the students are fast returning to
Bethlehem for work just as I am

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endeavoring to prepare to leave. Visited
Mr Werner: his attentions were as Kind
as ever: and he finally presented me
with a cane of the Palmetto-leaf
midrib- a valuable acquisition
as a Natural History Specimen in
this part of the country. Enjoyed two
conversations with student friends on
the "Mormon Question."
		September 4"
	The "boys" of Lehigh are indeed
of that variety which I would be usually
designated as a fine set. Their expressions
of goodwill, and wishes for my success
are of a strong kind, several of the
Professors also have bid me "good luck"
and the friends which have endeared
themselves to me in Bethlehem are of
great variety and strong natures. I really
feel on the eve of my departure from
here as if about to set out from
home. My landlord (and his family) Mr
Stanfor was no less profuse in ex -
pressing their satisfaction and wishes
for good spier. The Lord has been
mercifully tender to me in granting me such
happy connections in a strange com-
munity.

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			Sept. 5
	Left Bethlehem per early train. Wagner
bade me goodbye at the depot. Sent
home today by freight a box containing
my specimens, which have become too
cumbrous to carry around with me.
Arrived in Philadelphia at 9 a.m.
Visited Bro. Harrison at his place
of business; and enjoyed a con-
versation with him. Visited United
States Mint: and spent some time
in <studying> the process of coin-manufacture
Missed the train I intended to take to
Baltimore, and consequently did not
arrive at the latter place till very
late — 8. pm Stayed all night at the
Hotel Western
			Sept 6
	Found the University buildings: and
commenced to hunt a boarding place in the
vicinity. This is an occupation which
I do dislike. I examined several, but in
nearly all the charges were above my
reach. However I got settled during
the afternoon in a small third story
room at the residence of Mr Mc Carty
No. 223 Saratoga Street, Baltimore.
Had my baggage brought to my ad-

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dress here, and began to feel a little
more settled
			Sept. 7.
Wrote letters to friends acquainting
them with my new address. Visited
the Peabody Library: this is indeed
a fine institution: the buildings are
massive; and I feel almost lost in
immensity when I sit down to study in
the main hall. Visited the University
and interviewed the registrar. He sent
a clerk through the buildings with
me — immense indeed: shall reserve
opinions till some future time.
Read in the University Library.
Completed arrangements with Mrs. McCarty
for a room: — with breakfast and supper
for $4.00 per week. I thus save a little
since by this time I never look for a noon
dinner. However, the charges are to be
higher when fires begin to be needed.
I do not like the hours however —break-
fast at 6:30 a.m. and supper at 6.30 p.m.
This is a long time between meals: but
I find things in Baltimore are so expensive
that I must be thankful and satisfied
for anything like such charges. Feel
satisfied and at home now.

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   	     —Sept. 8.—
Visited the Johns Hopkins University
again, and in pursuance to the
instructions of the Registrar presented
a formal application for ad-
mission to the University, and
presented my Diploma from
Brigham Young Academy
and Certificate from Lehigh University
spent bulk of the day in reading
and study at the University Library
and the Peabody Library
In the evening strolled through some
of the principal streets and armory
then, Lexington St. upon which the
Market is held: and on Saturday
nights this truly presents a sight
worth viewing.
		—Sept. 9—
Sunday. Spent morning in visiting
Druid Hill Park.
	Tis worth the time required to reflect
on the changes which take place in one's
situation. Within the last week all the
changes incident upon a trans-
planting from a little county town
to the heart of a great city have
been engraded into my experience.

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Notwithstanding my love for travel,
I have a dislike for the thought of
leaving a place in which I have made
friends and a home for a strange
section. My experiences in Bethlehem
have certainly been of such a nature as
to cause me to look upon that place,
as much my home, as I think I dare.
I mean by that, that I consider it the
duty of my religion that I remember
continually the purpose for which
I am here; viz—as a missionary to gain
knowledge by experiment and experience,
and when the time shall come, to
return home in safety, there to resume
my labors, and apply the beneficial
acquirements made here. The facilities
for study in the East are such as to
readily allure me to stop here, were I to
give way to feelings when making a
comparison with the means of study at
home. However, I must be no more
attracted here than is the bee which
visits gay flowers and attractive sur-
roundings in its quest for honey: - its
end <end> is to return to the hive with its
treasure else 'twould die.— So will I
unless I fulfill my mission properly.

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A question of continual import
to me is - have I made a mistake
in coming to Baltimore? The year
at Lehigh certainly was not a
mistake: but I knew that would
not be for I had the direction
of the servants of God to go there.
In my anticipated change I have
been prayerfully reflecting for
2 months. I have been able to gain no
direct counsel from any at home.
I feel however, that I am where the
Lord would have me.
	My usual experience has been re-
peated — coming into a strange
city — large - absolutely unacquainted
with a single soul, — and I find
a comfortable home, pleasant though
not elegant surroundings, and all as
if prepared for me. Again, my
blessing has made itself good for I
have found friends among strangers.
In the evening, attended services at the
Methodist Episcopal Church
Spent most of the day in reading and
studying in my room: Thus has passed
my first sabbath in Baltimore.

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			Sept 10.
Spent in reading and study. Baltimore
is in a flurry of excitement just now,
in preparation for the Oriole pageant: a
Knight's Templar celebration.
			Sept. 11.
Visited Riverside Park. - Studied.
			Sept. 12.
Visited Hoy Slaughtering Houses in West
Baltimore: - wholesale killing Also visited
a lime kiln, where oyster shells are burned.
Miserable weather — "Oriole" postponed
yesterday on account of weather.	Today
it rains, and is as cold as in October: and
"Oriole" celebration is to be postponed again.
			Sept. 13.
Spent mostly in study at Peabody Library.
In the evening witnessed the parade of the
"Oriole" Order. A grand sight
			Sept. 14.
√ Visited Baltimore City Hall. Also the City
Museum. At latter place witnessed the
natural curiosities "German Midget" — a 17 year
old girl: 30 inches high only and 125 lbs. weight.
Then the male midjet- Major Sat- 18 years old and
only 14 lbs. heavy. There seemed to be no deception
he talks English & German fluently and acts
like a man, and I lifted him with one hand.

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Saw also a Cucasian pair- noted for their
peculiar growth of hair. But the most
wonderful of all was the 'Elastic Skin
Man" .  He is full grown, medium stature,
and looks a fine specimen of manhood. Still
he stretched the skin of different parts of
the body to lengths of from 2 to 14 inches.
The skin of throat was drown over the
eyes: and from the breast, arms, and legs
perfect curtains were drawn. Not to be
deceived I got permission to feel him: and
stretched the skin fully as long myself.
I gained also a number of valuable
hints by watching the glass-blowers
at work: and by good fortune so
well succeeded in speaking to the
chief operator as to obtain the addresses
of glass-suppliers for chemical use; and
his offers to assist me in gaining items
as to glass working if I would desire
such at any time. It seemed a piece
of genuine good will on his part: for he
could not apparently gain any direct
advantage from such a course. His
only possible object, as I see it, aside from
good will - could have been to obtain my patron-
age for the institution by continuing my visits but
the admission is only a dime any-way.

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Sept 1883
Same date (Sept. 14) in evening, witnessed
the Oriole Pageant. it is indeed a grand
exhibition

		Sept 15
Visited the Knabe Piano Factory. Was
successful in gaining admission and
a very courteous guide to show me through.
Then visited the Baltimore Packing Establishment
Here too I was alike successful; and succeeded
in obtaining a series of specimens illustrating
the processes in the manufacture of tin cans.
In conversation with the foreman, I mentioned
my Utah home and as soon as he learned my
religion, he desired to ask some questions. Theensuing conversation lasted an hour or two;
he seemed a very honest minded man.
In the evening enjoyed a very interesting
conversation with Mr Mc Carty, my landlord
upon Latter-day Saint topics
				Sept. 16
Sunday- spent quietly. In morning attended
High Mass at Catholic Cathedral. And in
evening by invitation of Mr Mc Carty visited
with him the Episcopal "Church of the Messiah"
I am by this time becoming somewhat used
to City life: though I do not like the noise
any better than before. In taking a walk
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can obtain efficient mental rest by so doing
but, the circumstances favorable to contemplation
and quiet thought are greatly disturbed.
			Sept. 17.
Visited "Baltimore Galvanizing Works. and
secured specimens. I experienced much trouble in
gaining admission to factories; and though
frequently succesful beyond expectation, yet
at other times (today for example, I met 
with little but refusal. I failed today in
gaining admission to "Gold Leaf Works", "Shot
Works", and a large "Tobacco factory"
In the afternoon visited the Beef Butchery
		——Sept. 18——
Visited a Galvanizing Establishment
in morning. Read and studied.
		——Sept. 19——
Visited 'Gail and Ax's' Tobacco Factory.
Also obtained free specimens of
Tobacco Leaves from the Warehouse
			Sept. 20.
Visited the University and met Dr. Ira
Ramsen, the Professor of Chemistry. His
directions to me in regard to my course
were highly encouraging. During 
the afternoon visited Druid Hill Park
in company with some of the family
with whom I stay.

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			Sept. 21.
Birthday- 21 years old. Before the world
now I am of age; but to our people such
a term is meaningless.
Made a change in Boarding Arrange-
ments. My landlady has been charging
me $4.00 per week for a room and
breakfast and supper; her charges are
to be raised to $5.00 per week as soon as
fires begin to be needed. I have enquired dili-
gently and can find single rooms nowhere
for less than $2.00 per week; and two meals
per day at $3.00 per week. Beside that,
the hours for breakfast and supper here 
are so inopportune that I have found
my health demand some meal between:
Consequently I have engaged full board—three meals per day, and room at Mrs Mc-
Carty's for $5.00 per week. These charges
are certainly reasonable: but I dislike to
break my custom of taking but two
meals per day: for my health has certainly
prospered under the experiment, which
has been tried now unremittingly for a
year. I anticipate that the rest at noon
from laboratory work will be beneficial,
though it will detract from my time
there.

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	Sept. 22.
	Visited Baltimore Queensware Factory.
The managers were very kind, and gave
me informations and specimens. After
that, learning that I was from Utah
they engaged in a lengthy conversation
with me. Today I received a case of
excellently arranged specimens of the
process of oil refining, from Supt. C.
Gunnell, as promised me by him
Aug. 23. He has certainly been very
kind to me. 
		Sept. 23
Sunday:- Attended the Episcopal
Church of Messiah in company with
Mr Mc Carty during morning. In
afternoon visited Druid Hill Park
also with Mr McCarty; and attended
Service again in evening, this time in
company with Mrs Granger, a boarder
at the same house as I. I really pity that
poor woman,— she is lately married
and her husband is away for a
long trip of business: and really she
seems to be entirely overcome with
grief at her own lonliness, and with
anxiety for him. I wish I could contribute
somewhat to her relief.

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			Sept 24
Mrs Granger spoke with me this evening,
and told me some of her circumstances
She has been married but about 3
months, and her husband has been away
now 2 months. He did not tell her where
he was going, and she fears she
will never see him again. She is
tolerably well educated, and suffers keenly
under her bereavement. Of course, she
does not know how she is to live. I wish
I had money to assist her in this part
of her dilemma at least. Indeed I must do
all I can to relieve her, for 'tis our mis-
sion to minister to the wants of the
afflicted and broken-hearted. I have
commenced to teach her Phonography:
the acquirement of this she thinks will
assist her in making a living.
		Sept. 25
Today is the commencement of the
College work. I had conversation today
with Professors of Chemistry and Biology
Both gave me encouragement in the selection
of my course. Paid registration fee, and
secured place in the laboratory Heard
from Bro. George Caray. - he is in Ithaca. N. Y. a[-]
the Cornell University.

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			Sept. 26.
Received word today that my sister 
Alice was married on Sept. 13, to Bro. 
Edward Harding of Provo. 
Commenced work in the laboratory 
today.
			Sept. 29.
This evening witnessed a happy item 
in this house. Mr. Granger unexpec-
tedly returned; and the poor woman 
feels in bliss.
			Sept. 30. 
Sunday - Attended the Presbyterian
Church during morning to hear the
celebrated Dr Lebron preach. Attended 
another Presbyterian church in evening.
			October 1
My work in the laboratory heretofore 
has been a series of simple analyses 
as a kind of examination. To day started
on regular work.
			Oct. 2
This evening attended the Social 
Union of the Johns Hopkins University. 
It was indeed an enjoyable 
affair, calculated to encourage a
feeling of friendliness among the 
students.

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			October 6.
Saturday Evening - Visited the celebrated 
Orchestrion Hall: the instrument is claimed 
to be worked by electric force and the process
is a professed secret.
			October 4.
Sunday again - Visited Dr Lebron's 
Church during morning. I wrote several 
letters to friends today; and my answer 
to the question as to how I like the University 
was to all the same, and may well be 
inserted here as my expression of the 
same thing. - My opinion of Lehigh Univ. 
still remains of the highest kind but 
the Johns Hopkins University suits my
requirements this year more exactly, and 
I feel that the change is a proper step. The 
University offers every desired facilities; its 
Laboratories are extra-complete and 
convenient; the efforts of the Professors to 
encourage a feeling of friendliness between 
themselves and the students do much to 
make the associations pleasant ones. 
Beside that the Peabody Institute and 
Maryland Historical Society Institute 
of Baltimore; etc give great facilities for 
study to the city outside the University.
I am satisfied.

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			October 9
Was admitted to the Chemistry Journal 
Meeting at the University. This is held 
by the Professors to ensure acquaintance with 
the current news of Chemistry.
			Oct. 13
Visited Baltimore-Cauton Copper Works,
in company with Roberts, Boyd, and Lessig—
— students. Obtained valuable specimens
			Oct. 14
Sunday again  Attended service at 
Presbyterian Church.
Why is it than the human mind can 
be made to dwell upon matters of 
true import only by an effort? As I sit 
alone, I find my mind fleeing off from 
any - and everything of substance to 
dwell upon trivial matters. By giving 
away to such tendency, one will readily 
undo the work of prolonged formal instruc-
tion. I find the mind continually creating 
a world of possible & impossible com-
binations of circumstances; and the principal figure in that world is self.
Such is one of the evils of life which 
it is the duty of the human soul to 
struggle against.

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			Oct 21.
Another Sunday has arrived  Attended the
Presbyterian Church in morning. The week
has passed with no especial development outside
of hard work.
			Oct. 23
Made acquaintance with a Dr. Miller,
a fellow student, and enjoyed his views
upon Utah affairs. He seems an honest
man; and has friends in Payson, Utah. I
have been on speaking terms with him
for some time but only became well
acquainted today.			Oct 26
Attended couple of lectures during evening
at the College of Physicians and Surgeons,
with Dr Miller: he is kind enough to offer
me the opportunity of attending lectures
in the College at odd times.
	This evening had been set for laboratory
work in Biology; to watch the mode
of Cell division of "Spyrogyiae", which
process takes place only late at night.
Commenced operations at 11.30 p.m. and
continued observation till 4-5 a.m. The 
success of the operation was at first
doubtful; but I was fortunate, for
I had observation of the complete process.

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				Oct. 27		

Saturday- Made excursion to Cateriville
& Crany Grove with Prof. Williams and 
company for geological research collected
speciments & mapped the section; then
returned late - very tired
				Oct. 28,
Sunday--Spent part of day in rest;
for I felt greatly fatigued. Attended
Episcopal service.
                          Oct. 29.
In evening atteded lectures at 
Medical College
                    Nov. 2
	Attended lectures at Medical lectures
in evening; think I will continue
to do so as far as time permits.
                  Nov. 3
Long excerusion - Zoological Sector of
Field Club. Collected muber of specimens
I have been recently thinking of chang-
ing my boarding place.  I am 
comfortable here.  The people seem to re-
gard me almost as one of the family;
and a great deal of my time is 
monopolized through in a very pleasurable 
manner.  Beside I would like if possible
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my intention to leave. Received best
of expressions of good will.
			Nov. 4.
Sunday— Passed quietly Attended the City
Hospital in afternoon.
		Nov 5,
Attended first lecture of a course to be 
delivered by Dr. Billings of the U.S.N.
on Monday & Wednesday evenings.
		Nov. 8
Visited oil works at Canton, and ob-
tained a number of specimens of
illuminating oil for laboratory testing
		Nov. 9
Attended lecture on "Insanity" at Medical
College.
		Nov. 10
This has been a busy day for me. In the
first place this is the day upon which
I was to leave my boarding place. The room
I engaged is close by the University buildings
and its former occupant who was expected to 
leave when I engaged it is sick in bed. I 
am on the track of another very pleasant room,
& hope to get it in a week or so; but found a
room to rent in the vicinity of the University
so moved there today, with the intention of 
moving to the other room if I can get it soon.

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All the folks at Mrs McCarty's were
very kind in expressing good wishes; and
exacted a promise from me to visit them.
I wandered down (during the morning) as
I am accustomed to do into the business
part of town, to visit what industrial
establishments I could. Secured admittance to
Gold Beating Establishment. Then visited
Vinegar Works. The Superintendent here
was very kind; and showed me around
thoroughly; but a special incident will
rivet the remembrance of the visit upon
my mind. He took me up a latter to
the top of the Fermenting Vats; and told
me to lean over &smell. Of course I ex-
pected to smell Carbonic Acid Gas; but had
no expectation of such an effect as followed.
I leaned over too far, & took a deep breath,
totally filling my lungs it seemed with
the gas — & can appreciate its effect. I was
almost senseless: – & felt much as if my head
was under water. After recovering I made
a number of experiments — dipping the gas up
in my hand in cup shape, and pouring it
on the lamp, & always extinguishing the latter.
Then visited the Oil Warehouse; and
the superintendent promised me a set of 
specimens next week. In the after–

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now attended a lecture and a clinic at the
City Hispital. I really thought I had more nerve
& less sympathetic feeling than I exhibited today.
	A young man was being operated on for
	stricture and I actually grew sick watch-
  ing the operation. I did not faint or anything
of the sort & I dont think anyone noticed
my squeamishness but I confess I felt it. 'Tis
really wonderful to counsider what men
can become used to. Now those students
think nothing of such operations. Coming down
the Hospital stairs, a corpse was found on the
landing. It was that of a young woman who
had died this morning. Some of the students
turned aside to look, others did not and the
jokes made by those who stood looking at the lovely
produced an effect which will never be remembered by me. 
I do not beleive in excessive sentementally 
if a person is dead, nothing will restore life
but the habit of being in and among at
disease & death has certainly had a noticeable
effect on the students of that college. 
	Spent remainder of afternoon at work
   in ny room. Really feel quite ill to-
night; probablyfrom the effect of my
rather forcible carbonic Acid experiment 
in the Vinegar factory.

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			Nov. 11
Sunday — Commenced taking meals
(breakfast & supper) at a restaurant
on Franklin Street: it is indeed
very clean there; nice, & cheap. Stayed
in my room nearly all day. Am feeling
very [---] today. My room is large,
high, good light, & ventilation; but
horribly cold today for no heating appar-
atus is in yet.
			Nov. 13.
I am not comfortable in my room; the
little experience however is a valuable one.
The landlady is one of these forced genteel
individuals; and seems to realize my [---]
of the boarding-house Landladies of the
comic writers. She has no stove or any
heating apparatus in my room; I saw
her yesterday and spoke about it,
and since then she has kept
out of my way. I never see her now,
but the room is horribly cold for
study purposes.
			Nov. 14
The Supt. of the Oil Warehouse kept
his word & sent me today a few quite
valuable samples of oil processes.

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			Nov. 15
Dr Remsen, the Professor of Chemistry
came to me in the Graduate's labor-
atory today; and expressed his satisfaction
with my work thus far; and ended by
offering me a working desk in the
Fellow's Laboratory; there to undertake
special work in Organic Chemistry. I
am pleased with the change, because
aside from the advantages it gives me,
(that room being under his own ex-
clusive supervision), it is a sign that
the Professors are satisfied with my work.
Moved at once, and commenced my work there.
	This evening visited Mr McCarty's to obtain
mail which is still being sent to that
address.
			Nov. 16
Met with a slight accident today in
the Laboratory which might have proved very
serious. Some caustic soda dust was
spurted in my left eye. The eye is better
tonight. Attended lectures at Medical College.
			Nov. 17
The same disagreeable trouble still re-
mains in my room. Since speaking to
the landlady about it, she has kept
thoroughly away from me, and if I chance

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to see the servant she never knows 
where her mistress is. I looked around today 
and found a very desirable boarding house 
only across the street from the University. 
I cannot get a room there however for a 
week or so, the room being taken up by a 
student of the University who will leave 
shortly. I think I shall do well to secure the 
place. However, that is a week ahead, 
and I shall not think of spending 
another week in my cold cold room. So 
today after the landlady had come to collect 
her week's pay, I quietly folded my tent (?) like 
the Arab, and speedily stole away" with a 
boarding house next door. 
During the morning attended two lectures 
at "Maryland College of Physicians & Surgeons"
and two clinics at the "Baltimore College 
of Physicians & Surgeons."
During the afternoon visited the Maryland 
College dissecting Rooms - quite a sight.
			Nov. 18
Sunday - Much more comfortable than 
last sunday. I am in a cozy & warm room.
Attended service at Dr. Lebron's Presbyterian
Church in morning and evening. Spent most 
of day quietly in my room. Had quite a conver-
sation on Utah with Mr Boyd—a fellow student.

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			Nov 20
Commenced attending the Peabody Lectures.
Attended tonight the lecture by Dr. Martin 
of the Johns Hopkins University on the 
"Minds of Animals."
			Nov. 21
Commenced attending a course of extra 
lectures by Prof. Bryce of Oxford England
on "Roman Legal History."
			Nov. 22
Attended Dr. Martin's second lecture on 
Minds of Animals at the Peabody 
Institute.
			Nov. 23
Attended lecture on Sus[---] by Dr. Grundy
at the Baltimore College of Physicians &
Surgeons.
			Nov. 24
Went to Cauton by request of Dr. Morse
to compare the working of a newPetroleum-flashing point tester with
the apparatus used for the purpose by the
Standan United Chi Co. Was very
successful; & obtained some valuable specimens
Secured the room I have been after
& today moved in. I am now at 164
north Eutan Street; and feel exceedingly
comfortable. The house is a quiet &

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a pleasant one judging from
appearances: & from the account given
by the one who had the room before me.
I have really the use of our two rooms, a
front parlor & a back sleeping room.
The terms are as usual - not less
that before - $5.00 per week. I have
arranged however only from breakfast &
supper - at $4.00 per week.
		Nov. 25.
Sunday again. Spent quietly. Attended
church with Dr Miller during evening, 
and enjoyed a conversation on religious
matters with that gentleman.
		Nov. 276
Attended Dr Martins third lecture on
Minds of Animals at Peabody Inst.
		Nov. 29.
Holliday - Thanksgiving Day - Passed
quietly. Collected specimens for nueroscopied
Examination during morning
		Nov. 30.
Visited Canton again - Obtained specimens
of the Paraffin Manufacture from
Madame Hunts' paraffin Works
Visited Gas Works. obtained specimens
and little at Potley Works Had
quite a lengthy conversation with the

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Supt. of Gas Works on Utah Matters.
In evening attended Dr Martins last
lecture on "minds of animals"
		December 1
Visited "Cork Factory"; and "Soap and Candle
Factory" obtained specimens.
		Dec. 2
Sunday Passed quietly: attended Entan St.
Methodist Church in evening.
		Dec. 4
Attended first of a series of lectures by Mr
Marshall at the Peabody Institute on "The
West."
		Dec. 5
Attended meeting of Scientific Association
during evening
		"    6
Attended Mr Marshall's second lecture. His
views by the Stereopticon of Echo Cañon,
Ogden City, etc, as items of scenery lying
along the route of the Railway made me
feel as if I were then myself again.
		Dec. 7
Attended opening ceremonies of the
Johns Hopkins Gymmasium - Grand.
		"    8
Attended Athletic Sports of the Club. -
Chief attraction - a foot ball match.

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				Dec. 9
Enjoyed a lengthy conversation with a fellow
boarder on Utah matters— At his request,
lent him the Book of Mormon and some
Utah papers.
Attended religious service at the Episcopal
Church this evening.
			Dec. 10.
Folks at home have been asking so
much for my picture, that I sat today
at the gallery of Walzl. 
An incident occurred to day which I ought
to mention; and with it I must mention one
or two other incidents which have occurred
in connection with it at different times, but
which I have not thought worth entering here.
It is with reference to Mrs Granger – the lady
to whom I have referred Sep. 23" – 29" this year.
She was in great distress of mind at the
absence of her husband – and I began at her
request to teach her Phonography. She kept her
the study till I left the house. She feared her
husband was hurt, or lost, but he returned.
She seemed the type of happiness then – but her
husband is a curious man, if appearances speak
the truth – yes a very curious man. Of course
I write plainly here – for I cannot malign anyone
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	If I read his nature correctly from his acts
and conversation, he is one of these imaginative
men who never see anything but big things. He
told us he expected to have gone to Chili, then to Brazil
etc. Well, after staying with his wife a week,
he left, as he stated he intended to at the supper
table – for a two days trip to Philadelphia. He
did not return: but in answer to our enquiries
of Mrs G. – as to why she was so sorrowful she
said her husband had written to her that he had
been engaged as book Keeper on board a vessel
bound for Liverpool, England; and would be gone
3 months. Mrs G. – did not like to speak plainly of
her position, but I soon could see she had no money at
all: & I dropped a hint of my willingness to do any-
thing I could for her. The poor woman was actually
suffering for winter clothes. Well at 2 different
times just before I left the house – I lent her a little
money – as she expected her husband back
in December & would then repay me. I felt glad
to assist her for indeed I pitied her: & I had con-
ciousness of having done right. A week ago
today, I received a note from her, asking me to
call on a certain Ship commission broken in the
City and enquire the owners of the Arab in that being
the vessel upon which Mr G. said he was to
embark. Of course I complied and could only succeed
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address. Now this evening I received a note
at the Labratory from her, in which the
poor woman is entirely heart broken— she
has written to the agents & finds that her husband
did not sail upon the vessel & is in no way
connected with the company. She desires me
to call:
	The poor woman is deserving of pity: now
what can I do – she wants my advice. I dare
not – as a man – not to say as an Elder in
Israel – refuse her my sympathy in words anyway,
& in deeds if I can so render it. Tis a stroke
of fate (& such strokes are overruled for
some purpose) that I should have met her;
but I did meet her; and learning her sorrow-
ful position from those in the house, I could
not refuse her my aid. I shall call
(D. V) tomorrow: and may I be directed
aright in whatever I may do.
		Dec. 11.
Met Mrs Granger this evening, From
what she said (aside from her embarrass-
ment). I find that she is in a very pitiful
and uncertain state of mind. She thinks
her husband went on another vessel of
which she did not properly understand
the name. Before he left, he made a
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until his return, when he would pay
the bill. He hinted that he would be
gone 3 months. Now they have become
dissatisfied it appears, and knowing that
the woman cannot pay her Board bill, are
not at all kind. In fact some of their
acts amount to direct insults. She asked me
to advise her what to do. If I had the
means, I would gladly lend her enough
to pay her bill & remove to a more
accomodating place – but such I cannot do.
I advised her strongly however – to remain
where she is, for there is where her
husband expects to find her. – Ah well! all
have trials in one way or another.
	In evening attended Mr Marshall's
third lecture – on "Yellowstone Park."
			Dec. 13. 
Attended Marshall's last lecture on "Gold
Mines & Mining." at Peabody Institute
			Dec. 16
Sunday – Passed quietly: attended Low Mass at
Catholic Cathedral during morning: and
Presbyterian Service in the evening: the former
in company with Mr Fredricks – a fellow boarder
& the latter with Dr Miller.
The weather is remarkable here for the time of
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cold day. we have had this Fall,
except one week (Nov 11-17): I remember that
week for I was in the Boarding House
without fire.	The weather has since that
been delightfully warm- in fact I very seldom
use an overcoat. But yesterday and today
have fully atoned for the unseasonable spell.
	Have been feeling very uneasy for the
last 3 days. That time ago I heard from
home to the effect that my little brother
Johnny, & little sister Susa were both
home ill. Father said he would write
again at once if all did not go well:
but that I should consider no news as
good news. He may have written since
that and the letter been miscarried.
		Dec 17
Poor Mrs Granger came to see me this
evening: and I really feel glad that
she has had confidence enough to do so.
The land lady Mrs Mc Carty told her
she must leave; as now she cannot
tell when Mr Granger will be back &
cannot allor her to board on such
uncertainty as to time of pay ment. Her
sister had just arrived - it seems almost
as bad as regards means as herself. She asked
me what she should do - I lent her some money

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succesive dates-and the subjects are
expected to by treated in an exhaustive
manner.
During the evening I visited a fellow student
by invitation; and found quite a party
assembled at his rooms. A number of
them did not know my religion-but
most knew I was from Utah. A number
of jokes were passed on Utah Etc-; and
some of the young men referred rather
boastingly to what their state (Georgia) had
done in opposing Mormonism by shooting
two of the elders (they referred to Elders
Joseph Standing, and Alexander), I
had something to say in reply; and in
the course of it stated my professional
membership with the Mormon Church Etc. 
The statement caused a very curious-
and to me- highly amusing- course of
suggestive looks, and nothing of eyes. However
as the games of the evening went on
a great number talked with me and
I believe some little change was wrought
in their ideas of Mormon Land as they term
Utah. Surely a change was needed in
this respect. For I never heard such a
humble-jumble of illogical views as they
seemed to entertain.

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			Dec.   22
	Surely the weather is to a very great
extent responsible for the mood of feeling
in which a person finds himself.
To day has been a miserable, damp. half snowy,
- slushy - and in general - a disagreeable time.
Those adjectives will very appropriately express
my frame of mind during the greater part of
the day too.
	In the afternoon visited Mr Gardner – a
student of the Medical College – and with
whom I have become acquainted through
his boarding at same place as Dr Miller.
He lies ill of Cold, and the Meazles.
While there, a conversation grew up himself,
myself, and others there (he is far from
being too ill to converse)- on Morality in
general. Some of those young men – very highly
respectable young men – recounted from their
own experiences, – or perhaps I should rather
made self-confessions to unvirtuous life– with 
as little regard – as one would have in
acknowledging to have drunk a glass of beer.
One of them was particularly energetic in
stating that the majority of the ladies one
meets in society, are far from being virtuous.
and as one of many similar proofs which
he brought – mentioned his experience with

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a young lady whom at one time he
would have considered immaculate –
– but whom he could now personally swear
to be as low as the lowest – for he
dragged her himself to that low level.
My God!– that such things are – and
what greater proof of (-it would seem) irre-
coverable debasement – could be asked
than that men not only so such acts -
- but acknowledge – and delight in
boasting of them – taking fiendish delight
in every detail. And it is from such
communities – that the complaint of
shocked morality and modesty(!) — God
save the mark!) – is raised against
Utah. I am glad to have heard it – and
it is not the only nor the first instance
I have heard – of similar boastings among men–
– but I think it is the most flagrant.
	That young man returns home to spend
his long anticipated Christmas holidays – and
– expressed his anxiety to learn if that girl–
– or as he calls her – his little bud is
still there. Surely Hypocrisy is one of the
reigning sovereigns of this day in the World.
Hidden Curse unlicensed and damnable
licentiousness from those who raise the hiss and cry
about Utah polygamist.

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			   Dec. 23
Sunday- Passed quietly. Visited friend Gardner
again — his fellow boarders have gone home:
and he is left alone. I hope to call upon him
during next week sometimes. The papers report
40 students from the Medical College as ill
with Meazles. 	This is a winter-day indeed. Have been
reading some of DeQuincey's works– and
must indeed agree with him in his love
for a genuine-first class winter while it lasts.
As I sit now – as often I have noted before,
when the wind howls – and the snow drifts-
and as I draw aside the lattice and see
the whirling eddies, as they appear in the grand
though severe light of the electric arch – I feel
that though midnight has passed, yet sleep is
out of question – tis a fit time for freedom
of thought.
	I would like to find time and opportunity to
walk through some of the poorer quarters of the
city – for from what little I have seen – the cold
which gives vim and buoyancy to one sitting in a
carpeted and well heated sitting room – entails a
degree of suffering to many even in this city
which is certainly far above what would be
expected from only a cursory glance.

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		Dec.  24				✓
Xmas Eve - Passed part of morning in
Chemical Library. 	  Mail brought to hand
this morning a letter from Bro. Geo. q. Corvay
at Ithaca, New York; which contains some
rather unimportant matter. He says that though
he has entered for a full four years course in
the Cornell University, he thinks that in 2
years he will have mastered all the work
essential to his training as a Chemist – and
barring the incidental branches – would gain
nothing but a degree by spending all the
time there. He wants to propose that we
return to Utah and in a year from this – by which
time he hopes we will have paid off the
indebtedness incurred while East – proceed to
establish and build up a laboratory. He
presses me for an answer as early as possible, for
he says his next terms work depends largely
upon his decision.	I reply <I lied> at once – that 
I wish to make no promises for the future, though
my heart's desire is to see a laboratory in
Utah – and though I expect to return home
in a few months – yet I shall hope to come
East again - when the cloud of debt will
have passed off me.
	Today too I met one from Mr Mc Carty's
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news - that Mrs Granger had left - and
without asking if I knew anything of
the matter he proceeded to give their side
of the question as to the cause of her leaving.
Said- none of them thought Mr Granger
ever intended to return - in fact did not
think the couple had ever been married
legally - and that they did not want
such a woman in their house etc. etc.
Oh dear! Alas for the rarity of their charity!
I called on Mrs Granger this evening - she feels
better in spirit than she did - and is busy
in needlework. She does not suspect their suspicions.
To night too - I took a prolonged walk through
the streets to see Baltimore on Xmas eve-
Shop window displays are superb and all that
but a striking point was- on meeting any
of the crowd of poorly clad news boys - I
see them with baskets of fruit and Christmas
good things in their hands. I stopped one and
asked him why - He told me the Ladies of the city
had given them a treat. Hurrah for the
ladies that did it! - oh I have so often
pitied those poor boys - in the winter
nights I have met many of them - begging
to sell them papers - Oh Sir- please buy a paper
— only 2 cents Sir — want to get something
to eat! And I feel that many of them are

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in earnest in such appeals. What wonder
that such boys turn out to be rough men?
What wonder that they pick up the Cigar
stumps - light them - and acquire from
their earliest days smoking and its cognate
evils? I hope that those benevolent ladies
included among the beneficiaries of their
County- three old women whom I see in
all weathers when I walk the lower part
of Baltimore St. - trying to sell their papers.
	There are wild stories of professional beggars
who are very rich- but I cannot doubt that
those aged women are indeed in want. But
this beautiful city is filled with supplicants
for charity - and could I but drop a nickel
into the palm of every such I meet as I pass
along the streets — I should spend $5.00 every
week I delight in talking with persons on Utah-
- to recall the fact of the number of indigent ones-
and to say that though we may have some
customs in Utah which to them seem strange-
yet we have no Poor houses, and none have
cause to want for necessaries of life, My little
walk was made up of interesting incidents
tonight — heard a regular curtain lecture on the
open street between a regularly ferocious looking
negress — and her sable lord. So-so tomorrow is
Christmas

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			Dec. 25.
Christmas day- and a miserably dreary one.
Attended the Early Catholic Mass at the
Cathedral (5 am). Decorations were grand.
Passed rest of day quietly – reading & conversation
The landlady here does all she can to promote
the comfort of all. - The day was pleasantly spent.
			Dec. 26.
Had conversation with a street car driver—
those poor men have a hard life- Each ones is
on duty from 6 am. till 12 p. m. - Only 6 hours
at home, - they need  more sleep than that.
No difference between Sunday and other days-
- Each tires out 4 span of horses per day.
What wonder if such men do become tired
of life and give way to excesses - when
the Monopolizing Company gets 18 hours per day
from them and only pays for a regular
day of 10 hours? Competition for positions
runs so high here – that if one should 
object he would soon be removed
and another substituted.
			Dec. 27
Spent most of time in Peabody Library during d[-]
Oh - there are indeed subjects for thought
in a great city. What contrasts can be
drawn - its immense wealth and its poverty;
its mansions of the rich, and its hovels of the poor.

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its immense spires - with their heads
reaching far toward heaven - and the
terrible annals of crime committed under
the very steeple shadows		These streets
throng with painted courtesans - yet this is
a city far famed for its many and elegant
churches.	   From what I have observed, though
I cannot so foully regard the majority of the
ladies here - as I depicted on page 277, yet I have
seen enough to show that virtue is at no
premium among the girls. Did I enter into
society more, perhaps I would learn more,
but I do not crave such society connections.
Why - I think our Utah girls are many per cent
better than I usually regarded them before I
saw this contrast.
My landlady is a very excellent lady - I often
ask her to play for me in the parlor : and myself
and the other boarders have many pleasant
half hours in this manner. This evening we had
quite a talk over religious matters—she is a
Baptist, and was very surprised to hear of
the many points of agreement between that
faith and ours - as for instance in the baptism
by immersion - and the non baptism of infants.
She is a very intelligent lady, but seems to
have a natural horror for anything leaving the
name of Mormonism.

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		December 28
Worked, a short time in the Biological Laboratory.
In the evening - at invitation of Mr Boyd—a 
fellow student—attended theater with him
		Dec. 29
Visited Druid Hill Park - lovely winter scenes.
Studied rest of day
		Dec. 30.
Sunday.	Attended Presbyterian Church during
morning. Spent afternoon in my room quietly.
In evening attended St Paul's Church (Episcopal)
in company with Mrs Granger. She tells me
joyously of a situation which she hopes to
obtain in the country : and she awaits an answer
tomorrow : then if favorable she will leave
at once.	I sincerely trust she will be successful—
she overwhelmed me with thanks for what little
I have assisted her. Of course she intends returning
what little I have lent her as soon as she can-
	Got good news from home regarding the
sickness of youngest brother & sister. In first time
since I received the account of their sickness
	Have felt considerably alarmed as to
their consideration - for Father said in his
letter that he would write if all was
not well; but he may have written to that
effect and the letter have been lost.

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This evening too I enjoyed a beautiful (?) example
of over-confidense in an error. 	A young, and
totally uneducated though well dressed man – was
talking of Salt Manufacture: and said he had
seen the people make salt from blue sea water.
Another person in the group corrected him
by saying that they did not really make it;
but the young man who first spoke was
very boisterous in his assurances that he had
seen it done; and consequently ought to know:
he had seen the blue water after boiling -
actually turn into salt; and no amount
of reasoning could ever induce him to
believe that such was not literally the
case.	
			Dec. 31.
Received a second letter from Bro. Geo Coray—
still confident and enthusiastic on the subject
referred to under date of Dec. 24.
	Worked in library in Peabody Institute most
of day.	Worked late in evening; then I asked
the folks of the house to come into the parlor
and play music. Spent an enjoyable time
till the clock tolled 12. And thus has 
passed 1883.

End of Journal Vol I	from Birth (Sept. 21, 1862)
					to Dec. 31" 1883
						J.E.Talmage.

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"Additions" from Omissions
			1. (Page 2)
		April <July 21st> 1873.
At Hungerford, Berkshire, England was bap-
tized by my father – "Elder James Talmage" into
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day-saints; and
confirmed as such during same month.
			August 1873.
Was ordained by "Elder Charles Marchant" of
Ramsburry branch –London conference of L.D.S.
Church to the office of a Deacon.
				2. (Page 5)
		December 17" 1877
On recommendation of Elder Karl G. Maeser
was ordained as a Teacher by Elder Edward
Harding of III Ward; Provo City.
				(3. page 6)
			Dec 1st 1878
Resigned the office of "B. Y. A. Librarian" being
unable to attend to duties on account of over work.
	(No 4 – Page 7)	Nov. 6" 1879.
Elected chairman of Scientific Section of
B. Y. Academy "Polysophical Society."
		(No. 5 – page 6)
		November 20" 1878.
Accepted a position to stay nights at the office
of B. Y. Academy with a young man as guardians

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July 12, 1876  According to prevailing custom
those of our family who had already been
baptized into the church while in England
were rebaptized now that we had come to Utah.
Such of the family as had not attained
to proper years, but had since reached such
were this day baptized.

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2



	Journal
      Volume II
 January 1" 1884
       	       to
		  August 29, 1887.
JETalmage.

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James E. Talmage
Private Journal
Volume -II-
	January 1, 1884
		to
	August 29, 1887
Baltimore,
	Maryland. U. S. A.
Jan. 1, 1884.

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1
		James E. Talmage's
		 PRIVATE JOURNAL.
			   1884

	              January 1st
The book in which I first began to
record the items of seeming interest
and importance in my life – and
which I have termed – as is usually
done with such a Record – My Journal,
is now full: and on this New Year's
day of 1884 I begin to occupy the
pages of a second volume with
a continuation of the same Journal.
In doing so I find myself at "164
North Eutaw St. Baltimore Maryland"-
- and as a student of the Johns Hop-
kins University of this city.
I cannot but reflect on a day like
the present – making as it does the
dawning advent of a new heir of the royal
dynasty of Time, in his imperial
reign – and marking also the birth
of so many noble resolutions – (often times
forgotten or willfully broken before the
day has hardly closed) – I say on

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a day so singled out from the common
days of the year. I cannot but reflect
upon the changes in circumstances
and surroundings – by which one is
attended in the course of a short time.
Last New Year's day I found myself at
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania – and at that
time would have as little dreamed of being
here today as would I have expected
a year prior to that – to be several
thousands of miles away from Utah at all.
I am deeply interested in my course
at the University here – and anxiously
look for the recommencement of the
active session of work tomorrow.
			January 2.
Work commenced today – though but
informally. In the evening a recep-
tion was held – which I attended – on 
the formal opening of the new Biolog-
ical Laboratory. Though we have been
working in the building since the
opening of the session – yet the 
formal ceremony of its inaugeration as
a part of the University was put off
till Tonight
			  Jan. 3.
Work is in full blast again. Commenced
attending a short extra course of lectures on
"Flowers" by Prof. Trelease of the
University of Wisconsin.

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				Jan 4.
In evening attended lecture on "Insanity" at
the Medical College.
				Jan. 5.
Set out early – in company with Dr Miller
a fellow student to visit some places of
interest at Locust Point – in the lower
part of the City. Visited first the
Locust Point Fertilizer works – obtained 
some fine specimens of fossil shells,
bones, and teeth from the phosphatic
rock which is used in the fertilzier
manufacture. Then Visited the Maryland
White Lead Co's. works – took lengthy notes –
and obtained specimens. Then visited
the Symmington Bro's. Sulphuric Acid
Manufactory. We have been success-
ful today – at every place have been
kindly received, and courteously assisted.
				Jan. 6
Sunday – Attended Congregational
Church during morning – and Methodist
during evening. Mrs Wright – the land-
lady gave us all notice today that
she is obliged to close Boarding House,
and we will all have to go therefore.
Well; this is another change – have already
been in 4 different Baltimore houses; but
in this one I think I should have re-
mained – being so comfortable. I will
have to move during next week.

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			Jan. 7
Spent portion of afternoon looking
for a suitable room. I had hoped to
escape this occupation during the
remainder of my stay – for it is a 
great worry to pack up books and
specimens and move.
			Jan. 8.
Attended Prof. Morse's lecture at the
Peabody Institute on Life in Japan.
			Jan. 9.
Moved to residence of Mrs Duncan,
100 North Paca St. I have arranged to
rent a room here – and shall take meals
at a small private Eating House on
Franklin St. Really I think the more
convenient plan is to room at one house,
and Eat at another. The expense is usually
a trifle less than a home in a large
boarding house – and one does not become
very intimately associated with the
people in either house – and is in general
kept more to himself My room is a
large one – well adapted for study with
room for books and specimens Etc
Mrs Wright – the lady at whose house I
lived last – told us today she had to 
break up boarding-house keeping, as
it did not pay. She has had a very great
experience of misfortune – loss of property
by mortgage after her husband's death Etc.

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				Jan. 10.
	Attended Prof. Morse's second lecture in
evening – on Life in Japan.
				Jan. 11.
Passed examination today in Human Osteology.
I am in a little doubt whether to enter
the examinations or not. Being a special
student – and expecting to leave at close
of college year – I shall get no Certificate
or Diploma – consequently the examinations
can do me no good as regards a record.
Very few students do apply for examination-
assigning same reason as mentioned
above for the neglect. Of course the
Undergraduates have to pass examinations.
				Jan. 12.
Saturday – Attended a lecture and a 
clinic at the Medical College – and
visited the Dissecting Rooms – obtained
several specimens – for microscopical study.
				Jan. 13
Sunday – Spent greater part of day quietly
in reading and study. In evening
attended a service at North Western
Tabernacle – and heard the "Princess
Winnemucca" speak there. She is the
daughter of the chief of the Piute
Indians – and is endeavoring to ob-
tain signatures to her petitition that her
people may have their reservation
of land restored to them.

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		      Jan. 14.
I have referred before in my Journal
tof instances observed - of what one may 
become accustomed to by habit: and 
as an example quoted the utter absence 
of reverence for the dead - and sympathy 
for suffering as evinced by the students 
in the Medical College Clinics and
Dissecting rooms. I have now a very 
small - but still an example of some 
force - of the exactly opposite state. 
While at the Dissecting Room myself - 
I obtained several specimens of great 
value and interest to me -  for when I 
return home I may probably have to 
conduct studies in Physiology, as I
have done before - and consequently any 
such specimens are valuable. Among 
them I had an articulated finger; some 
bones; and a large piece of skin. 
In evening I was busy scraping the 
bones - and preparing the skin for 
preservation - intending to mount some 
microscopic sections of it - when a 
young gentleman of the University came 
to my room. He occupies a room in 
the same house as I and we boarded 
at same house before I left my last place. 
He is a classical scholar - and I believe 
intends to study to become a Minister - 
Ah! the utter horror he expressed at

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what he saw me engaged in - was
something intense. In fact he could
not rest in the room - was terrified.
I merely record this seemingly small
matter as a contrast to other [---]tions
of the opposite nature. This gentleman
is not a child -  he is 29 years of age - 
- and a fine sel[--]la[-]. What will not
use and habit cause one to be?
			Jan. 15.
Attended Prof. Moses' third lecture on
Life in Japan,  at Peabody Institute
			Jan. 17
Attended Prof. Mose's fourth lecture. 
These Peabody Institute lectures are
given twice per week - upon popular
topics - and I endeavor to attend them
regularly
			Jan. 19
Visited the Dissecting Rooms - and 
obtained some valuable specimems. 
Among them I obtained an  articulated
fore-arm -  and fore leg - and an evening
with assistance of a fellow student
manager to get them in tolerable
condition for preservation. I find
that after the bodies have been dissected
the skeletons etc. are the perquisites of the
[---] - and he charged me a dollar
for the specimens I obtained - while in
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are the remains of (as I estimated) at
least a hundred bodies. Included that is
a channel house - and yet - they are
all used to it.
			- Jan. 20 -
Sunday. Spent quietly in study and
reading. In evening accompalied a 
couple of friends to attend a meeting at
the Salvation Army Barracks. I went there
merely to see - and I saw. Ah! Such
mocking enthusiasm - the collection is
the main part of the programme -
Religion is truly a trade away such.
			Jan. 26
Saturday - Week has passed in work.
To-day a friend and I visited the
"Popplein Phosphate" Establishment,
and obtained valuable specimins.
Then crossed by ferry to "Locust
Point" Phosphate Works - and by
searsbring over the heaps of plows -
phatre  rocks from the S. Carolina
sharks teeth - and fishes' vertebrai
Such specimines have been re-
garded heretofore by me as
unobtainable trophies - to be
seen only in Museums - but I
have here the somurce of the
very best fossils of those partic-
ular deposits.

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			Jan 27
Sunday :- During morning attended
the Congregational Church Bible Class
and Sunday School – at invitation
of – and in company with Mr. Fredricks.
Then attended the High Episcopal
Church – with its imposing ritualistic
rites. In evening attended Methodist-
Episcopal Church – to hear the well
known pastor – Mr McCallister. He
is famed as an eloquent speaker –
and I have now heard him twice;
and my opinion from these services
is – that he belongs to
	"Some – who the depths of eloquence have found
"In that un-navigable stream are drowned."
His congregation is immense – and he
holds them as silent as the grave
during the whole of the service –
yet his sermon really seems to
be more talk than anything else.
	To-day too had quite a lengthy
conversation with Mr Fredricks on Utah
and our religion – He is a very ener-
getic man – and started out – deeply
confident – to prove to me that the
Book of Mormon" – and in fact all modern
revelation is wrong. I found he had never
even seen the Book of Mormon – and
in general he seemed to fail in his
convincing proofs.

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			Jan 30.
I am in a state of considerable
anxiety this evening – During the
morning a young gentleman friend
whom I am somewhat associated
with in the Laboratory – and who knows
my home and religion – asked me if I
had seen an item in the papers – of
a fire in Provo City – at some Academy –
he said. I ran off at once – and
bought copies of all the morning
papers of yesterday – and to my sorrow
found a six line telegraphic item –
– that the "Brigham Young Academy
Provo City, Utah – a Mormon in –
stitution of 400 students had been
destroyed by fire. Loss – $30,000." It
further stated that no lives were lost
though there occurred many narrow
escapes.	   This is indeed a blow. I
have tried to hope that it might
be a newspaper item only – but the
statement is clear. The date of the
calamity was not given. I suppose
the folks at home would write to
me at once – but even then I can
scarcely hope to hear for less than a
week. This may change all my plans–
–and may cause my very early re-
turn home – for I can scarcely hope
for financial aid from the institution

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under such a crisis. I wrote to Bro.
Maeser tonight - and asked him
for free particulars and instructions.
If the B. Y. Academy is to pass through
a trying time - as a teacher in the
institution, 'tis my duty to hold my self
ready for any call.
			Jan. 31-
Have searched all the current 
papers - but find no mention of
any further particulars as to the fire.
I shall be constantly in anxiety
till I can hear.
			Feb. 2
Received letter from Father dated
2 a. m. Jan 28: - just 3 hours after the
fire originated - or rather was discovered.
Cause had not at that time been
sought after - and the details could
not be given me - the whole letter
being written under the excite -
ment of the event - as our own house
is but a short dis tance from the
Academy building - and of course
was in danger also. However - the
letter has had the effect of destroying
what little vestige of hope I had
clung to - that the newspaper reports
had been exaggerated.
	Today too - visited the Canton
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new rolling machinery put into
operation. Also visited the Sulpheric
Acid works at Canton - and the
Monumental Pottery Establishment
			Feb. 3
Sunday: - Spent quietly in reading
and study. Had quite a lengthy
conversation with Mr Fredricks - a
fellow boarder - on religious
matters. This gentleman prides
himself apparently upon his
argumentative powers - and in
my associations with him he is ever
ready to argue. A few days ago we
were talking on the "Book of Mormon-
Etc - and with his usual ardor he
stated that he did not believe
any thing of it - and could prove to
me that it was a fraud all
through. Today he undertook his
proof - I invited him to take time
to look up his data - for in such
an undertaking as a refutation
which learned men of the day
had failed in he must needs
have many references to make - but
he seemed to insuate that  I did
not wish to come to the point—
and spoke in such a bantering
way - as if I feared to argue with
him - that though I do not like

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argument I consented to talk
with him. My usual experience
was repeated-his proofs in which
he placed such confidence were but the
book makers worn out fabrications--
and after he had talked a couple
of hours--I being only engaged in
answering his arguments(?)-he pro-
posed to stop-as he knew nothing
else. He confessed never having seen
the Book of Mormon (I lent it to him
then)-did not know what was in
it-knew nothing but what other
people said they had <heard> other people
say-what was the state of our
Utah community-Etc.
Oh well!- such is life.
		Feb. 4.
Received letter hastily writted by Bro.
Tanner – the walls alone stand-
and they not all. The Laboratory
Instruments etc. were greatly damaged.
Origin of fire is not known-the young
men who occupy my old position-
sleeping there as guardians-were
away from their post-and the
fire started in an unknown
way. He tells me though that
the Academy resumed as usual next
day – in the New Bank building.
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		 Feb. 6.
I attended a perform ance at the
Academy of Music tonight. Havebeen anxious to see the building -but
✓never before have done so. The much
famed Modjeska appeared there
tonight.
		Feb. 9.
In dulged again in a recreation: At
invitation of Dr Miller went and
✓heard Booth the actor in his
great character in the "Foul's Revenge."
	Worked in the Dissecting Room
some time
		Feb. 10.
✓Sunday	Passed quietly. Attended
service at the Baptist Church during
evening.
		Feb 13
Received letter from Bro. Maeser He
tells me the intention is to rebuild
the B. Y. Academy at once - and thus
the apparent calamity may turn out
for good; for so much the sooner
will a suitable building be at
the disposal of the institution. He
added that the B. Y. A. could not
advance me more means at present:
but- he felt to recommend me staying
here if I could <borrow> the money- as I can easily
pay back after I get to work at home.

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Well - I shall stay if I can - and
I do not fear being able to raise the
money - if I feel confident on the
strength of my expected salary - to
be able to repay. I shall still
await developments.
		Feb.   15
	Attended a lecture in the
Masonic Temple this evening
by the celebrated Prof. Carpenter 
on Mesmerism and Psy chology.
	This is one of the subjects
upon which I have strange in —
explicable ideas. — I am somewhat
skeptical upon it — yet his
demonstrations were to say the
least dazzling.
		Feb. 16 -
Commenced attending a course of
Educational Lectures given by the
Faculty of the University	to the
advanced students of the various
departments.
		Feb. 17
Sunday again – Spent morning
in reading – and writing letters.
In evening attended Bethany
Church – Methodist Episcopalians -
'to hear a sermon announced
by the pastor – Mr Mc Allister upon
"The Immortality of the Soul"

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		Feb. 22
	This has been a day of double
celebration at the University. It is
Washington's Birthday - and con-
sequently to be observed as holliday:
and beside that it is commemora-
tion day of the Universitiy. The 
exercises today were impressive -
President Elliott of Harvard
College delivered the address. Afternoon
was devoted to inspection of
the various buildings and de-
partments - and in the evening
a reception was held. Owing to an
attack of my well known acquaintance
- the headache - I was compelled to
remain absent from the evening 
reception.
	The Negro population gathered
en masse to witness the Colored
Militia parade, and as I sat
at the window and saw it pass
along the street I saw a great
variety of the Negro types. Perhaps I 
, am prejudiced - but to look at
a Negro face - selected almost at
random - and then to claim that
the Blackman is the equal of the
White in ability & mind. - appears to
me a miserable conclusion - contradicted
by all appearances.

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		Feb. 23
	Attended the second of the course
of Educational Lectures. Spent most
of day and evening in Peabody 
Library
		Feb. 24
Sabbath. Attended during morning
the Friends' or Quakers Service.
I have never done so before – and
their simplicity is indeed striking
All sit still till one feels moved
by the spirit to speak or pray
or otherwise lead in worship.
			Feb 25
Received from Bro. Tanner a photo of
the B.Y. Academy ruins – it is a 
sad sight – but the mishap will
surely soon turn for the best.
			Feb. 26
Received word from the B.Y. Academy that
I must not expect aid in Financial
matters from the institution. I have to 
borrow money from the Bank to defray
my expenses for rest of year – and pay
interest thereon.
			Feb. 28.
Attended the last of the Peabody
course of lectures. This has been
a most profitable course – given
every Tuesday & Thursday evening – 30
lectures in all.

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	Feb. 29.
A monkey died at the Zoological
Gardens in Druid Hie Park - and
the body was sent to the University.
By good luck I put in an application
before anyone else and secund it.
The skeleton will be a valuable aid to
me if I return to teaching again
	March 1
After the third of the Educational Sections
I started with 2 others to visit the
Mount Washington Copper Mine.
We had a very long walk- and 
were competely tired out by evening
	March 2
Sunday- a regular winter day though
so late in season- snow and wind
makes outdoor walking very bad.
	March 4.
By kindness of a friend I recieved
ticket of admission to the exercise
at Commencement of the College of
Physicians and Surgeons. The cere-
monies were imposing; 124 men received
their degree of Doctor of Medicine and
were "turned loose" with authority
to kill or cure.
In the evening attended a lecture
by the Rev. Henry Ward Beecher at
the Masonic Temple, His subject
was "A torn of the Continent; and

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he related that during the tour he
visited Utah. His account of Utah 
and her people was very fair in
most respects – none of the rant
and tear of most talkers upon this
subject, but he made the following 
four very gross mis-statements
(1)  That the Utah government is entirely
under the control of the Church:
(2) All the property of the territory is
	owned by the Church as a corporation.
(3) The government of Utah is an
	absolute despotism.
(4)  Hatred and revenge toward the
	oppressors of the people is regularly
inculcated in the schools.
Now; - I enjoyed his lecture very much –
he is a master spirit in viewing
the topics of the day; but either
through the very short time
which he spent in Utah, or through
some other cause he gave the
above Fallacies to a large audience;
nearly all members of which will
believe Mr Beecher because he has
just come from there" – and will
never stop to consider how long
Mr Beecher spent there, and whether
the time of his visit was sufficient
to enable him to properly study the 
question I was grieved to hear these

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✓statements: for his other references
to Utah were remarks of praise to the
people. He bore a strong testimony
to the morality, unity, and thrift
of our people; but still these glaring
and entirely false remarks quoted
above, will do harm. I felt deeply
concerned over to the matter - made
it a matter of prayer - and the 
conviction grew upon me - and kept
me from sleep - till I yielded and
wrote a short article to the paper
entirely contradicting the misstate-
ments on the authority of a 
personal experience of nearly 8 years
residence in Utah.
	I have just completed the article - 
- in it I merely denied these state-
ments- and urged the probability
of Mr Beecher's short visit being 
the explanation of his mistake, and
signed it with my full name,
and Universtiy adress, I sincerely
hope the act has been properly directed 
and that it will result in good.
Unless I feel otherwise directed, I 
will take the communication to
the editor tomorrow; though of
which paper I do not as yet
know. May God give me success
if such be his will.

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	March 5.				✓
Feel as I did last night in regard
to the article; ,and this morning 
took the same to the Editor of the "Day,"
an evening paper having a very
large circulation. I was passed from
one to the other in the editorial
office, till I finally came to the 
Editor-in-Chief. He was very gentle-
manly- read the communication
carefully- and said he would
be remarkably pleased to insert
it in the Day – though owing to
press of  matter it could not 
appear till tomorrow's issue.
		March 6.
The "Day" this evening contained
my article in an unaltered form
under the title "The Mormon 
Question"—A young teacher from
Utah criticises Mr. Beecher's remarks."
This evening too – a couple of fellow
students who had heard Mr Beecher's 
lecture – came round and expressed
thier pleasure etc- at my action. But
I did not act so for their praise
		March 7.
Remarks of approval-or congratulations
if the term be applicable have come
from every hand among my ac-
quaintances today. I was pleased to

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receiver this mark of regard from
three young men especially with
whom I had spoken serveral times
on Utah matters, and each of whom
I fancied, thought that I was bold
in my statements to them because
I knew that they were personally
ignorant of Utah or anything in
Utah. After Tuesday evening's lecture
they wished a conversation- and
during the same, hinted that the
reports of Mr Beecher- (who had been
there as well as I)- did not agree
with my description of the Utah
social life and government.
	March 8.
Remarks are no less numerous from
my Friends. I mention this only to
show that an interest which may
result in good is arising. One
young man wished to boorow the Book
of Mormon and to make other enquire
		March 9
Sunday again. Spent quietly. The
weather is so bad - as to make it
very disagreeable to stir outside, so
I did not stir.
		March 11.
Attended lecture this evening on 
"Surgreal Emergencies" at Young
Men's Christian Association.

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			March 15			✓
Saturday - Visited Baker Bros. Glass ✓
Works in the southern part of city.
			March 16
Sunday - Attended High Mass at Catholic
Cathedral – the Archbishop having just
returned from Rome; and being
announced to preach today, the
ceremony was elaborate.
In course of my studies I have naturally
been brought face to face with the alleged
atheistic tendency of scientific thought;
and the conflict usually said to 
exist between science and Religion. Now, I
have felt in a dilemma - and begin
now to fancy I see a way out - I have
been unable to see the point of
conflict myself:- my belief in a
living God perfectly accords with
my reverence for science; and I can
see no reason why the evolution of
animal bodies cannot be true - as indeed
the facts of observation make it difficult
to deny - and still the soul of man is
of divine origin. The dilemma which
has troubled me is this—being unable 
to perceive the great difficulty of which
scientists and Theologians, and scientific-
Theologians refer—I have feared that my
investigation of the subject was highly
superficial; for when such great men

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as most of the writers upon this
subject are - find a puzzle, 'twould be
high egotism for me to say I find no
puzzle. And the fancied exit which
I see has appeared from my reading
some of John Stuart Mill's writings.
and I feel – that if  had none other
idea of a Deity that those men have,
is that of an unknown beings, whose
attributes never can be explicable; who
acts as Mill says "contrary to the
highest human morality" – I too would
hail atheism with delight. I could
never believe in such a God as
theirs; not though one should rise
from the grave to declare Him to me.
And just as certainly do I perceive
that there can be no antagonism
between the true science as revealed
and made easy by the Priesthood: and
the God whose attributes, and passions of
love and mercy are also declared
by that same priesthood.
		March 17
I have been engaged some time
in the study of the effects of
Narcotics upon the system: i. e.
studying the same theoretically
only. Today I found a gentleman
who works in same Laboratory as I,
and who has for 2 years been addicted

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to the habit of eating Haschich
or extract of Cannabis Indica. He
was very willing to give me any
data from his own experience: and
gave me such.
		—Mar 18—
My Haschich-eating friend gave
me further details at odd times
today. Three of us in the
University have entered upon
the study of the Narcotics in
use.
		March 20.
Atten ded a lecture at the
Academy of Music on
the Negro and Indian Problem.
		Mar. 21
The result of our work in
research upon Narcotics has
been tolerably satisfactory. We
utilize my friend referred to above,
with his Haschich eating
experience.- and find four or
five others whom he knows
have also an experience upon
the subject. But the effects
experienced by the different ones.
are so widely different <we> can
scarecely draw a conclusion. The
opium Habit is well explained
by books, and the bad after affects

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	of the same are sufficiently	appalling to keep <down> experimentation
	upon the subject. But, the 
	ill after effects are reported very
	low in the Haschich or Henry
	administration: and we have
	concluded to try effect of small
	dose upon ourselves.
		Of course, such a course is the
	proper one for the study of the
	effects of the drug, though I very
	much disliked the idea of doing
	such a thing, for as yet I have
	never know what it is to be
	narcotized either by tobacco,
	alcohol, or any drug.
	This evening had quite long
	conversation with a friend at the
	University on Utah matters.
			March. 22.
	This being Saturday, was the day I
	selected to study practically the effect
	of Haschisch. This evening, after work
	and all was over I took at 3 doses
	each an hour after the preceeding, 5
	grains solid extract Cannabis Indien.
	At this writing - midnight - 5 hours
	since lase doze, I have experienced
	no effects whatever. The effect is 
	said to be widely different on
	different people.

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		March 23			✓
Sunday - Spent quietly. Have had 
no restult to the noted - of my
phisiological experiment yesterday. I 
do not feel inclned to try again
till the end of next week - as
the realization of the effects of the
drug are not desirable on working
days. 
		March 25
Attended J.S. Stoddard's lecture on
"Berlin" at the Academy of Music
		March 28
Some time ago- (first when I do not 
know, but very soon after my 
entrance to the John Hopkins
(University) I made the acquaintance
of a gentleman as Prof. Simpson of
the College of Western Maryland at
Westminster; who has continued to
come to the University wealthy - pursuing
the study of Chemistry. By some reason -
he has many times applied to me for
assistance in his work - and I soon
learned the state of affairs - that at
present there is no time professor of
chemistry at his institution - and
he is endeavoring - by call of the Faculty
to help along the course in chemistry
till the end of year. Chemistry is but
a minor study there anyway. Well;

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although there have been suggestions
heretofore-(as a partial return he says
for my position in the graduates
laboratory in the University, and for
assistance to him) Today he told me
plainly that if the Professors &
Associates in Science at the Johns
Hopkins would sanction the movement-
he thought that his faculty would
waive the requirement of a 4
year's residence <from me>-accept my certificates
& diploma in heir thereof-and
admit me to the June examinations as
candidate for a degree. 
Well-if such can be done allright-
-I shall not feel confident; but
just wait and see. 
		(March 30/'84
Sunday: Spent quietly My eyesight
has become so weak of late that
I am compelled to do as little
studying as possible at night and
then must substitute lamp for
gas light owning to the slight but
painful flickering of gas lights
I hope to be spared the necessity
of wearing glasses.
		Mar. 31
Passed Examination in the
second hald of course in
General Biology

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	--April 5--
Received from Bishop Madsen
of Gunnison, Sanpete Co. Utah.-
a statement of his labors in
the direction of sugar manufac-
ture from the Sorghum Cane-
and a request that I arrange
to spend some time with
him in the next sugar season.
	This evening-first opportunity
which has presented itself-
I attempted my experiment
on the effect of Haschich
as referred to March 22 (
)
Took in all 15 grains-no effects.
		April 6.
Sunday-Attended High Mass
at Cathedral- to witness the
Palm Sunday Ceremonies.
Also attended service at Presby-
terian Church. In evening
attended a Young People's Meeting
at a Presbyterian Church.
Continued my experiment by
taking 20 grains Cannabis Indica-
and the effect was felt in a
not very agreeable way. My
fellow experimenter & I concluded
I should take no larger dose-
but perhaps vary the trial in
the future.

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		 —April 7.—
Was asked by several friends
what I thought of the Rev. Mr
A. E. Winship's sermon last
night. I had not before heard
of the gentleman : but soon found
that he preached on "Life among the
Mormons." and the report of his
sermon showed the same to be
fearfully wrong. I am indeed sorry
to have missed him; but had
heard nothing of the matter. Read
the morning papers; then went
to the resident minister of the
Church where Mr Winship preached
as a visiting minister : and
learned that the latter had left
by early train for Washington- I asked
the minister as to whether the
newspaper reports were correct –
– and received a few alterations and
additions. Also obtained, the
address of the preacher – for I feel
that I ought not to keep silent
when such gross mis statements
are made - though this evening
I am in an undecided state.
His remarks- were of the sen—
sational kind - murders – criminality 
– ignorance as a religion virtue,
weak mindedness etc etc- Ah Bosh!

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		—April 8—
  This morning I felt inclined to
say nothing publicly- since I did
not personally hear the sermon. But
this evening, about 7 o' clock I felt
prompted to write a big article-
- at least to show that the "Mormons"
are not fools — No; I'll not say
what it is to show - I felt moved
to write - I leave the rest to the
hands of Him, whose people have
been abused. I wrote an open
letter to "Rev. A. E Winship, Boston",
in which I placed my experience
opposite his statement - but mostly
simply called on him  for proofs
of his bold statement. Within two
hours, I stood in the Editorial
office of 'the "American", a morning
daily of this city - and the
paper which gave the gentleman's
sermon such a lengthy synopsis.
Editor was kind- expressed his
regret that the paper was full
for one or two days ahead, but
assured me the article
should be published without
any great delay. A delay of a day
or two will not be entirely fatal
to any good from the letter: Although
I would have wished no delay.

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			April 10
 Holidays for one week began
today. Made trip to Locust point
and obtained specimens from Lead
Waks: also some fine fossils
			April 11.
Good Friday Witnessed the celebration
at Catholic Cathedral.
			April 12.
At suggestion of a friend, myself
with two others visited the poor
quarters of the city tonight : and
what we saw I shall remember.
  The letter has been not as yet
published in the American : but
editor sent word today that he
regretted it postponement but could not
avoid it. I dont know what to do but
wait. Have sent the letter itself to
Mr Winship, and will send a copy 
in print as soon as it is published.
		April 13
Easter Sunday - attended service
at the High Episcopal Church.
The ritual of this Church is the
nearest approach to the Catholic
form of any I have seen. As is
always the case with all churches
I have visited either in Pennsylvania
or Maryland (except the sincere
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collection was called for: and
the robed priest made the
polite request that the congregation
raise $1500.00 to release the
Church from debt, and to leave
a surplus for the clergy to use
in charitable objects. Why in
the world does anybody try to
urge the Latter day saint Tithing
as a mark of oppression, when
other sects make such an un -
ceasing call for money?
		April 17
Attended lecture on Temperance
by Col. Bain of Kentucky at
the Masonic Temple.
		April 18.				✓
	Received visit from Prof. Simpson
of the Western Maryland College:
in regard to item of March 28;
He brought me an offer - to
stay at the College a year: into
which I should be admitted to
full standing in Senior Class,
and during that year	act as
Assistant in Chemistry & Physics:
in return for which my year's
expenses should be defrayed,
and (providing examinations were
satisfactory ) the baccalaureate 
degree given at its close.

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From conversation it would appear
that the Faculty desired an
assistant in the branches names:
and appeared to think because
I hold no degree, that I would
accept these terms to obtain one: I
do not value the little so highly.
Of course I politely declined the
offer : but accepted Prof Simpson
invitation to accompany him.
to Westminster . Arrived there in
evening : visited College - and
was introduced to several of
Faculty. At night attended a
college dramatic performance.
		April 19.
Spent considerable time in the
College Laboratory. Returned to
Baltimore by night train.
		April 20
Attended in evening a lecture
on spiritualism by a female
medium. Did not hear much.
		April 21.
✓Received letter today from the
Rev. Mr. Winship refused to man
April 7 & 8 : He replies to my 
letter in a very dignified
matter, but does not answer
my enquiries as to evidence
upon the truth of his statements:

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but pleads excuse as he was
just leaving on a town - and
would answer my enquiries
at length on his return.
He hopes soon to meet me, he
says : really thinks that I 
understand him to be much
more opposed to the Mormons than
he really is - ; expresses great
regard for my objections - as
a man aspiring to broad
culture, and other similar
meaningless compliments, and
leaves his most important sentence
unfinished.  I  hope the gentle-
man  will keep his word  and
send me his promised reply. He
says "For many Mormon people
I have sincere regard, for many
more I have deep pity, for
others - I forbear to speak."
	--April 23. --
Attended lecture by McRussel
of W.S. Survey, on Glaciers of
the Sierras ; under auspices
of the University Field club.
		April 26.
Attended last of course of
Educational Lectures - This has
been a valuable course
to me.

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		-April 27-
Sunday- Attended service at
Bethany Methodist Church.
		April 28
Answered a letter from Bp.
Madsen of Gunnison Utah:
upon the sugar question. By
his request I forwirded an
estimate of expenses which
would attend the procuring
of apparatus necessary for 
chemical analysis in con-
nection with the sugar[-]urk.
He asked me to engage
to be present for a month
during the sugar season but
I am unable to make any
engagement as to my time
after I reach Utah.
	May 2
Today I delivered the leture,
the assignment of which was
made to me Dec. 21st. Have no
cause for dissatisfaction at the 
result. My subjict was "The
History of the Alkali Metal."
and in t of cause there is no
place for opinnions- the lecture was
uponfact only & in these lectures
every statement is to be bourne out
by a referenes to the record when found.

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Received visit today also from
Prof. Simpson, regarding items
of Mar. 28." and April 18." He
informs me of the action of the
Faculty of Western Maryland College
- that their charter does not
permit the conferring of degrees on
examination unless at least one
year has been spent at the
institution. But, upon giving
satisfactory evidence of ability -
partly by examination - and partly
by my records as a student in
"Lehigh" and "Johns Hopkins", I am to
be recommended to an institution
in North Carolina.
	This is indeed a troublesome
complication - but as yet the matter
has not consumed any of my time,
and I may as well let the affair
run its own course. I cant say
what the result of this recommenda-
tion will be : I hope I shall not
be required to go to N. Carolina as
the trip would be expensive. I do
not expect to do so - as the exam-
inations will be conducted in
Maryland
		May 4
Sunday - This afternoon attended
service at the Young Men's Christian

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Association. This organization
is very extended; and really runs
conducted in a way that cannot 
but do good. There is quite a 
large establishment in each of
the great Eastern cities all of 
which are of course on same 
plan. That here in Baltimore
posesses a very fine Schary,
and Reading Room-- entirely free
to everyone and in evening
lectures, readings, converts etc. are
given to some of which a [-]nominal
admission fee is charged to others
not any; but on might whom no 
such entertainment is given the
Library, chess room etc. are open. An
excellent Gymnasium is also open
with a competent instructor for the 
benefit of members.
 ✓      Have just returned tonight
from service at the Westminster
Presbyterian Church. The minister
spoke against belief in Darwinism
and like most ministers whose
remarks I have heard or read
upon this subject showed his 
ignorance. He spoke much as
an ordinary person would -
- "Darwin" Oh yes - says we come
from monKeys" -- then condemns.

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I certainly think 'tis the ministers
themselves who have bred the
disgust with which most scientific
people regard them - because they
will dabble with matters, from
which their ignorance should
keep them at a safe distance. The
speaker tonight brought out many
noble principles : but in spite
of his eminence as a preacher -
self contradiction and inconsistency,
were apparent.
	Really, I do not wonder that
any scientific man refuses to
belong to a church where he is
told nothing but "Only believe & you'll
be saved"– "the blood of the Lamb is
all powerful"- "take up the cross
of Christ" Etc. The preachers always
talk in metaphors- you cant bring
them down to fact. and anything
which will not bear scrutiny when
stripped of fine language is to
the scientific mind nonsense. Again
Darwin wrote for those who can
understand him; some of whom will
agree with & others oppose him : but he
did not write for ministers who never
read beyond other's opinions of the man,
anymore than Plato or Socrates
wrote for babes and sucklings.

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		   —May 9.—
This school week has passed
quietly.	A rather discouraging
incident occurred today. For
nearly 3 months I have been engaged
on a piece of original work in
Chemistry - "on the oxidation of
Cymene Sulphamide in alkaline
solution." The labor has not
been easy – great difficulty having
been met in purifying the sub-
stances fit for analysis, Another
line of investigation will have
to be pursued: and the Professor
told me today it would be im—
possible to do anything in less
than another 3 months, and as
the college closes in a month the
subject would be better given up.
I shall be unable to continue
the labor at home for lack of
material
		—May 10—
Visited the City Jail to-day.
This is a very large structure
- beautifully built. Has at present
about 300 inmates.	The arrange-
ment seems to be perfect – every-
thing so clean. The food is good
though plain. We saw the men <& women too>
marched down to dinner – in sections,

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each man with his hands
firmly placed on shoulders of
man in front, and the front
man with his arms folded. The
food was good brown wheaten
bread - meat, and peasoup. The
bread is sliced by a machine
so that each piece is of same
size. I noticed that even here
the white prisoners are not re-
quired to eat with the colored.
In connection with the jail-and
inside the enclosure- is a 
carpet factory and a black-
smith's and carpenter's shop. The
looms are worked by foot power
– and all men incarcerated for
long terms are put to work here.
The work is in the interest of
contractors who pay the City for
the prisoner's labor. Those only in
jail for terms varying from a few
days to one or two months are
kept at work cleaning the build-
ings etc. All are busy. Each man
receives a moderate supply of tobacco
twice per week – and 3 meals
per day at 6 a. m., 12 m: and 5 p.m.
Whole enclosure is liberally supplied
with electric lights. One finds here
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We talked with a number of
prisoners – some say they feel
comfortable -& find it pays them
to behave themselves and work,
as by so doing they shorten their
time   5 days per month. One negro
especially spoke in this way : the
warden spoke highly of him : in
fact he seemed quite an intelligent
fellow.	Others again are dissatisfied
One white man was imprisoned
for a month for getting drunk. He
felt very bad toward every body:
seemed desperately enraged at
such a sentence for so slight an
offense, and assured us he had only
been there once before.
From what I have seen in some
occasional visits to the Police
Courts the summary method of
sentencing prisoners must do much
to engender such a feeling of des—
peration as this man had at one
Court which I attended a week ago,
the Magistrate tried and sentenced
six persons in 10 minutes. If the
prisoner annoyed the magistrate by
talking or otherwise - the penalty
was always heavier. This of course
grows partiality - the penalty often
depending on the mood of the Judge,

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and the prisoners see this, and
recognize the majesty of the Law
by the absence of majesty or
dignity in any form.
	We did not closely scrutinize
the workings in the Female Wards
of the prison - not talk with the
inmates – but a casual glance
showed an arrangement very similar
to that among the males. Most women
were of middle age- some even gray
– in for drunkenness: though
some were young.
The visit has been an instructive
one.
Same date May 10 in evening
I saw a little boy - barefooted and
ragged - begging. I called him aside –
– said his father was ill - and had
been for 2 years: mother was at-
tending to father - and he was begging
for food. He answered all my
questions directly – sobbed a little
– gave me number & street where
he lived ( the street I have never seen
on map, nor heard of it)- I told him
he ought to learn to work at something
– he said he did when he could etc. etc.
I gave him a few cents, and he
dried his tears (?)- but I kept an
eye on him.	He went a short

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distance, then pulled something
out of his pocket and seemed to be
counting some money. Then he ran
down street – I followed walking 
rapidly – and soon saw him go
into the entrance of a Variety
Theatre of not very good repute.
When I reached the door I saw
him pay for a 10 cent ticket and
dart upstairs before I could get
near him : and as I did not wish
to follow, I had to go home and
content myself with thinking over
the matter.	Oh my! - such
deception from a 12 year old boy –
– what will be at 30?
		—May 11—
Sunday - Spent quietly. Walked
out to the Park which is duly
appreciated at this season. It is
a beautiful relief from the bustle
of the city streets.
	—May 14—
Saw a woman approach a
vegetable dealer's stand- snatch
some radishes and devour them
as of starving. I tried to get
near the poor creature, but
she hurried off. Once before I saw
a ragged- drunken looking man
devouring some raw sausage-

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	like a wild beast - I could
almost imagine him to be a
low animal - swallowing the entrails
raw of another. Yet one cannot
change lack of benevolence to the
people in general here. Most
of such cases all spring from
drink.
	—May 18—
Sunday.	In afternoon attended
a lecture in the Grand Opera
House by Rev. Mr Pullman–the
Universalist Divine. This is first
time I have heard a Universalist 
preach.	In evening attended
Presbyterian Church to hear Dr
Gill preach on Natural Selection.
My only criticism is that he
did not talk about Natural
Selection.
		—May 21—
Passed the final examinations
in Chemistry today. This ends
the formal work through work
still goes on in the Laboratory.
	—May 22—
Visited the State Penitentiary
This is a large institution -
over 500 men are imprisoned
there - all at hard labor.
There is in connection with the

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Prison a large Marble Shop Bout
shop, and a Foundry. To look
into the cells shows a great
deal the character of the inmate.
One man had some little money and
had used it to decorate his cell
in a small style with cards and
mottos. Another had laid in a
good stack of books, Another
who had no money at all had
drawn figures on paper and
hung them up - had written
mottos, the Lords' Prayer etc. He
had marked the outline of the
bricks with chalk and thus relivered
the sombre monotony. He seemed
to be a Catholic - had built up
a little altar and had drawn
a pencil figure of the Crucifix.
Another was pointed out - with
money to his credit, yet not a
mark relieved the barrenness of
the cell walls. We were told that
the inmate was as crabbed in
disposition as his cell was in
appearance.	The books showed
the same names repeated for
3, 4 and one or two for even 7
different times. Such cases must
almost regard the Pen as their
home.

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	—May 24—
Attended a meeting at the
Open House, called to inagurate
a movement  for the relief of the
disabled Confederate soldiers. The
Governor of Maryland presided,
and the speakers were many- 
from both Houses of Parliament,
- governors and high officers from
the north and south. 'Twas a
highly enthusiastic affair — -
Generals who had met face to 
face in bloody war not a quarter 
of a century ago. They spoke
reverently of each other's bravery,
told reminiscences of the past,
and some almost wept with joy.
I am glad I attended.
	—May 25—
Sunday. Visited Fort Mc. Henry.
	In evening attended service
at Presbyterian Church.
	—May 28—
	Attended a Clinic at Medical 
College today.
	Also visited the Police Court.
- same thing - crime disposed
off by the Judge as if that were 
his trade.
		May 30
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company with Prof Simpson of
Western Maryland College.
	—May 31—
Saturday  Attended the "Sabbath"
service at the Orthodox Jewish
Synagogue. I have taken an
interest in noting points in the 
Jewish character & customs, but
did not attend any worship till
today; a fellow student - a Hebrew
took to the synagogue of which 
he was an attendant. The
ceremony is impressive, though no
word but Hebrew was spoken.
Even the children seem to read 
Hebrew with ease.
	This was the Feast of the Weeks
or of First Fruits. The women
all sit in the Galleries - no female
at all on the floor. Men all
wear the Talus about their person - 
- with the mystic fringe at each
corner, and the "thread of blue"
about the robe. The law on the
parchment rolls – i.e. the Torah is
borne from the ark of the
Covenant by the Rabbi and
a portion read, after which 
it is re-covered with its cloth
of blue, and ornaments and 
replaced in the Ark. Oh

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that such a form is preserved
in such rigorous manner, to a 
God, whose son they will not 
recognize.
	There are many Jews in
Baltimore - mostly in the –second–
hand–goods and Broker's business.
	In afternoon visited the
Clifton Estate. This a lovely
suburban spot - belonging to the
Johns Hopkins University. There
is an effort on foot to have the
University removed from the city
to that place.
	In evening visited 37 South
Gay Street – the scene of a terrible
disaster – the whole building - 
5 story – collapsed killing. 7 or 8
people. A number of girls were
employed in the building – a large
cotton warehouse - but had 
left fortunately about an hour
before the accident. By electric
light work is progressing in
clearing away the debris -.and
removing the bodies.
	—June 1—
Sunday. Visited the renowned
Greenmount Cemetery. In it 
is the grave of Booth family
including Junius Brutus the tragedian

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and of John Wilkes Booth, the
assassin of Prest. Lincoln.
In evening attended service
at the independent Methodist
Church.
	—June 4—
Attended the commencement
exercises of the Maryland Institute
schools of Art and Design.
	—June 5—
Attended the exercises connected
with the bestowal of degree at 
the University. The ceremony is
stripped of all those showy
incidents usually connected there-
with in Colleges. Whole exercise
did not last over 1 1/2 hours - a
speech by the President - the
formal conferring of degrees then
an adjustment to a layer
room and an attack upon the
academic refreshments.
✓	As the University session is
now at an end, I can express
my opinion of my course here
as a whole. It has been highly 
satisfactory to my mind. Prosperity
and health have been mine
throughout; and the experience
of the year has been a much
broader than that of the

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preceeding at "Lehigh", though
the "Lehigh" year formed the
foundationof the work just 
closed. I shall endeavor to 
spend my time for a few days
 in the libraries, for I find it
to my pecuniary advantage to
proceed to New York and make 
the journey home in company 
with the returning missionaries
and emigrants which will leave
New York for Utah about June 22.
Bro Hart the church emigration
agent has offered me permission
to do so; and I feel to accept
the pleasure.
	—June 6—
Had quite a lengthy con-
versation with some friends
upon Utah question.
	—June 8.—
Had a long talk with several
students on Utah affairs.
	—June 11.—		✓
Received letter from Bishop
Madsen of Gunnison, Utah,
in which he says money will be
sent me in a few days as per my
estimate to procure angalytical
apparatus. I hope it arrives soon
else it will be too late.

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	—June 12—
Spent most of time in the
Museum of the Maryland
Academy of Sciences; balance
of day in Library as usual.
	—June 15—
Probably my last Sabbath in
Baltimore. Visited the Druid
Hill Park; in afternoon and
evening suffered with a severe
headache - unable to attend
any service.
	I have had many instances
of the fulfilment of the prom-
ise of God uspecting healing;
both upon myself as upon
others. Last evening the son of
my landlady – a 15 year old lad,
came for me to look at his hand –
suffering from so severe a sprain
(by catching it in a tree while
running) that the joints were
swollen; and inflamed while 
the hand was so tender as to
✓prohibit touching it at all. I 
tried to soothe the boy and the
mother - bound his hand, after
annointing with consecrated oil,
though of course I could not ac-
company it with any verbal
administration. In a couple of

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hours the boy was so near
well that he was playing.
his mother was anxious to learn 
what the "stuff" was which
had been put on; Today he 
declares his hand to be as well
as the other.
	—June 16—
As the promised letter from Rev.
A. E. Winship of Boston (see April 21)
has not been forthcoming, I sent
to him a second letter today
incidentally reminding him of
his promise, but really to acquaint
him with my home address.
	—June 17—
Spent most of day in packing
and in bidding friends good bye.
	—June 18—
Good-bye to Baltimore. Left by
boat 3 p.m. for Philadelphia.
Pleasant evening ride down the 
bay. Sunset and Sunrise at
the Chesapeake were beautiful.
	—June 19—
Reached Philadelphia at
5.30 a.m.  Visited Queen & Co's
Apparatus depot. Visited
Bro Sammual Harrison Left
at 1.15 for New York. Arrived
at 3.30 pm Took room at

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Vandyke house. Very tired.
	—June 20—
Saw Bro. Hart, the Church
emigration Agent – learned that
I could secure half fare rate
and start at once for home.
Visited Eimer and Amend's appar-
atus house. Also visited the
Petroleum Stock exchange –
– a terrible hubbub – I could 
never stand such a life.
In afternoon visited Greenwood
Cemetery, – the Brooklyn pride
of Cemeteries
Left New York at 8 p.m.
for home via Chicago, Lake
Erie and Western Railway.
	—June 21—
Enjoyed the New York, Penn-
sylvania and Ohio scenery
but do not consider it equal
to that via the Baltimore and
Ohio railway
	—June 22—
Indiana and Illinois scenery
Arrived in Chicago at 8.20 am
Had ticket via Chicago and
North Western Ry. but this line
runs no trains on Sunday:
ticket was accepted via the 
Rock Island Route. Left at 12.10 p.m.

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Spent intervening time in
viewing the city. There seems
a very great difference in
cities – here all places are
open on Sunday – the fruit
vender's stalls salloons etc – as 
on other days.
	—June 23—
Arrived at Council Bluffs
at 9 a.m. Passed at once to
Omaha. Visited agent
of Union Pacific – with a 
letter of introduction from
Bro. Hart. Received half
fare transportation to Provo.
Left at 12.m	The Nebraska
scenery is nice – large flat
valleys – that of the Platte is
very broad.
The transition space is passed
– I am again in the West.
	—June 24—
Nebraska prairies – must have
been terrible in the Hand
Cart or Ox team days. many 
prairie-dog towns.
	Soon after noon reached
Cheyenne Wyoming. Here
appear the mountains with
the Caps of snow – a true pleasure
I did not know I loved mountains 
so well.

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at Sherman, visited the
Elevation Monument, Here
we an 8235 jut above sea
level - yet the ascent has
been so gradual as to be
almost unnoticeable aside
from the employment of 2
engines - and slow travel
Monotonous ride across the 
High Platians.
		June 25
Entered Utah. Echo Canion grand
scenery Reached Ogden at 
11 a.m. - and Salt Lake City
at 1 p.m. Went to President
an his office, and met many
of the authorities; them spoiled
at the Historians Office. Met
Bro Maeser - he is just learning
for a short trip to California
a great surprise and a true
Pleasure. Also met Bro J M Sarmer
Reached Provo at 5:30 pm —
— a great surprise to the folks
- but found all tolerably well
and really gald to be home 
again.
		June 26
Busy visiting friends. Rode
horseback to Pleasant Grove
and visited Grandma and Sister Sarah

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	—June 27—
Returned home to Provo. I can
now make a general estimate
of my expenses during my
trip.
Total expenses till end of
course at Lehigh University
including transportation from home	} 569.50
Total at Johns Hopkins Univ.
including fare home				} 520.10
								$1089.60
I have borrowed means to the
amount of $628.50; from
following sources :—
Bro. J. M. Tanner					150.00
" W. N. Dusenberry				50.00
" W. H. Dusenberry				30.00
	B.Y. Academy					100.00
" Geo. Q. Cor[-]y					200.00
" J. B. Keeler						20.00
	Bank (1st National, Provo)		53.50
" A. Singleton						25.00
								$628.50

	I am under heavy obligations
to those named in above list
for in most instances the
loans have been given unasked.
My second year's course is dependent
absolutely on the kindness of my
friends. May I ever remember it.

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	June 29
Sunday. By call of the authorities
addressed the meeting in
Tabernacle during morning.
Also addressed Third Ward
Sunday School in afternoon.
	—June 30—
Gave brief address at a Social
Party tendered to Bro. J.W Farmer
who leaves shortly on a mission.
	—July 4—
Attended Celebration at home. In evening
rode horseback to Pleasant Grove and
attended a party with Grandma and
Sister Sarah. Made a brief address at the
party on invitation of committee.
	—July 5—
Returned to Provo.
	—July 6—
Sunday.  Address Third Ward Meeting
by call of Bishop.
	—July 7-10—
Busy in assisting Prof. Maeser to
prepare the "Circular" for next year's
session.
	—July 11—
Meeting of Board of Trustees was
held; the "Circular" was adopted.
I received appointment as sec'y
of the Faculty for ensuing
year.

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		—July 13—
Attended and addressed meeting
at Lakeview, in capacity of
Home Missionary.
	—July 14—
Addressed a joint session of
the Improvement Associations
of Third Ward. Same day was
appointed on a sub-committee
for the ensuing "July 24" "celebration
	—July 15.—
Received notification that the
B.Y. Academy Executive Committee
had fixed my salary for the
ensuing year at One Thousand
Dollars, with an increase if the
net profit exceed a certain sum.
	—July 17.—
Left with a party for a
trip in the Canons Camped
at night in South Fork, Provo Canon.
	—July 18—
Spent day in hunting – for
some time after starting we
hunted for game, the balance
of day we hunted for a way
back to camp. Roads had been
washed away in some places
-very tired tonight. I really
dont see the pleasure in such
an experience as today's.
July 19 – Returned home

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	—July 20—
Sunday. Visited Second Ward Sunday
School in the interests of the coming
celebration on July 24". Addressed
the school by call of the Supt.
	—July 27—
Sunday. Week has been spent in 
labor in the Laboratory
	—Aug. 1—
Was surprised by an offer from
the Territorial Central Committee
of the Peoples' Party, of the
nomination for the office of
Territorial Superintendent of
District Schools. The circumstances
are these:- this and other Territorial
offices are claimed by the Governor
to be within his power of appoint-
ment, and the "Utah Commission"
sustains his position. The people
of course deny him this power;
and in view of this "catch", the old
offices will hold over in their
positions for another term; but to
guard against any trick at the
last moment, the People's party
will cast a few thousand votes for
Territorial officers, which will carry
the vote anyway. Owing to my not
yet being a naturalized citizen of
the United States, I was forced to decline.

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	—Aug. 3—
Sunday.  Tolerably busy during
week in Laboratory.
	—Aug. 10—
Week passed in usual routine.
Addressed Third Ward Meeting at
call of Bishop
	—Aug. 13—
Attended on invitation the "six
days session of Utah Co. Teacher's
Convention"; and delivered a
lecture on "Science in District
Schools." Enjoyed the visit much;
The Convention is held on the Lake
shore and prominent on the 
programme, after the lectures, are 
boating, bathing – etc.
	—Aug 14—
Went from the Convention Lake
Shore Camp to Pleasant Grove
and visited Grandma and sister
Sarah. Returned to Provo in evening.
	—Aug 17—
Sunday: Addressed Third
Ward Sunday School by call of
Superintendent.
	—Aug. 19—
This morning I suffered a
slight accident, which might
indeed have been a serious 
one. While pressing a glass tub<e>ing

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into a cork, the former broke,
and a piece of tubing about 3/8
inch long, and 1/4 inch diameter
was driven forcibly into the palm
of my right hand: so forcibly in
fact as to raise the skin on 
the back of my hand. I had
the glass extracted by a doctor
as soon as possible, through the
back of the hand. The physician
gave me the assurring news
that I must not use the 
hand for some days; in fact
he seems to consider the wound
a dangerous one.
	—Aug. 22—
No inflammation has as yet set
in: and I trust the dangerous
period in my hand has passed.
	To-day the bodies of Elders
Gibbs, and Berry, missionaries to
the Southern States when they 
were massacred by a mob, were
brought through Provo. Such
scenes of martyrdom are becoming
very frequent; really the Lord
seems intent on hastening the
fulfilment of his prophecies.
	—Aug 25—
Addressed the Young Peoples
Association of III Ward

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	—Aug. 31—
	This is the second day of the
Utah Stake General Conference
(Quarterly). I was proposed and
sustained as an alternate in
the High Council; and with 
the rest of the Council was
sustained as a Home Missionary
Truly responsibilities fall on
us in quicker succession than
our preparations would seem to
warrant.
	—September 1,—
	Today the B. Y. Academy opened
its session for the Ninth Academic
Year; and my labors begin in the
institution. The Board has certainly
done all it could to fit up the
premises for the temporary occupancy
of the Academy during the creation
of the new buildings. The Labnatory
is far ahead of that in
use before I left for my trip East
in matters of convenience and facility
as is the Laboratory of the Johns
Hopkins University ahead of this.
	—September 5—
The first week of school has 
closed; and every day has seen an
increase in favorable auspices.
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Faculty as President of the "Poly-
sophical Society"; the organization
of which was effected tonight.
	—Sept 7—
Sunday: Addressed the B. Y. Academy
Missionary Meeting which was 
organized today.
	In evening addressed the Third
Ward Meeting by call of the Bishop.
	—Sept 14—
Sunday again. By call of the 
Principal I presided today in
the Missionary Meeting.
	—Sept. 15—
The Court opened session in this
Juicial District today and I
embraced this as the first possible
opportunity of making application
for admission to Citizenship.
After the usual formal questioning,
the oath was administered and
I was duly pronounced a citizen
of the United States of America.
Same day, by taking the oath
proscribed by the Utah Commission,
I became a registered voter for
this precinct.
	—Sept 19—
Lectured on Art and Science before
Section B of Polysophical Society of the
Academy.

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	—Sept 20—
	Since assuming the duties of
President of the Polysophical Society,
I have been anxious to carry out
an idea cherished by me for some
time – viz that of having a paper
or magazine published at stated
intervals by the Society. The Project
met with the approval of the
Principal, Faculty, and Board of
Trustees, and today the Prospectus
was published. We call the journal 
The Academic Review; and we all
trust it will have success.
	—Sept 21—
Sunday. Twenty-two years old today.
By call of the Presidency I addressed
the meeting in the Tabernacle. In
evening by call of the Bishop, ad-
dressed the Fourth Ward Meeting.
	—Sept 22—
Commenced a series of articles
on Popular Science for the "Con-
tributor " Vol VI, by request of
the Editor.
	—Sept 27—
The outlook for the success of the
"Academic Review" is somewhat
promising; though not strongly so 
financially. Commenced writing matter
for No 1 today. Being President of the

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Polysophical Society I am ex officia
Editor-in-chief. The other members
of the Editorial staff are of the
Faculty.
	—Sept. 29—
To-night the High Council met for
first time since our last Quarterly
Conference (August 21). I was ordained
as a High Priest, and set apart
to act as an alternate in the
High council of the Utah Stake
of Zion <under the hands of Prest. A John David John
assisted by Prest. A. O. Smoot & Pres. Harvey H. Cluff.>
	—Sep. 30—
Received permission from the
Board of Directors to order
a Chemical Balance and some
Analytical apparatus; and also to
fit up a room as a private office
for Analytical labor.
	—October 2—
Met this evening with the High
Priest's quorum of which I became
a member. Addressed the meeting
Really I feel the responsibility of such
a calling. Most of the members are
men old and gray; and I feel (if
I would give way to personal 
suggestions) somewhat out of plac–
among so many veterans and
experienced members of the Church, but
I trust all is for the best.

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		—October 5—
Addressed the Tabernacle meeting
by call of the Authorities.
		—October 11—
First number of the "Academic
Review" is out, and generally is
pronounced a success
		—Oct. 12—
Sunday - Addressed Missionary
meeting in Academy.
		—Oct 15—
A lot of apparatus arrived for the
Scientific Dept. today, and o[--]m[-]et
it an analytical valance. I
am thankful that we have a 
valance as the extent of chemical
labor without it would be very
limited.
		—Oct. 25—
Delivered a lecture on "Rocks" before
the Teacher's Convention, by invitation.
		—Oct. 26—
Sunday. Preached in Lehi, by ap—
pointment as a Home Missionary,
in company with Elder Elisha Peck.
		—Oct. 27—
Returned to Provo
		—November 1—
Made a geological trip into the
American Fork Canyon: Went to
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Had very pleasant and successful 
trip. Returned to Provo in Evening.
In evening attended the Stake
Conference of the Young Men's Mutual
Improvement Associations; and by
call of the President, addressed the Meeting
Then officiated in setting apart a
number of Home Missionaries to labor
among the Associations.
	—November 4—
Voted at the Election for Delegate to
Congress – the first time I have ever
voted as a United States Citizen.
	—Nov. 7—
The First Term closed today. The
Polysophical Society gave a party
this evening.
	—Nov. 15—
Made trip with the Geology Class
into Spanish Fork Canon. Went
to Spanish Fork by train; and we
were met there by the County Super-
intendent of Schools, and several teachers
and were taken in buggies to
the Canon. Returned to Provo in
evening after a very successful
trip.
	—Nov. 16— Sunday
Preached in Alpine by appoint-
ment as a Home Missionary
in company with my comrade –

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Elder Elisha Peck. Went to Lehi
by train, there met Bro. Peck, and
proceeded to Alpine by buggy. Also
addressed the Sunday School. Returned
in evening; and pursuant to
previous promise I proceeded to
Springville, to attend an evening
meeting at that place in the
interest of the Young Men's Mutual
Improvement Association. Was met
at Springville by Elder Jos. B. Keeler of
the Stake Presidency of the Association
and we each addressed the meeting
which was very numerously attended.
Returned to Provo after meeting by buggy.
		—Nov. 21—
Delivered a lecture on "The Sun"
before the Polysophical Society; illus-
trated by stereotypical views.
		—Nov. 22—
Made trip to Cañons on geological
excursion: accompanied by part of
the class
		—Nov. 23— Sunday
Addressed the meeting in Tabernacle
by call of the Presidency; In after -
noon presided at the Missionary
Meeting by call of the Principal: and
in evening addressed the Third
Ward Meeting by call of the
Bishop.

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	    —Nov. 29—
Today the Stake Quarterly Conference
convenes in Provo; and by the direction
of the Board the Polysophical
society announced a public
lecture for this evening for the
purpose of affording opportunities
to Conference visitors to attend.
I delivered a lecture on "The Birth
and Growth of the Earth", illustrated
by lantern views. A nominal entrance
fee was charged by which about
$14.00 was realized - the proceeds
to be used in procuring other
views for future lectures. I had
been quite ill all day ; and cannot
recall any time when I felt less
like lecturing than this evening;
yet strange to say Prof Maeser tells
me I have never lectured as well in
his hearing before.
	  —Dec. 5.—
Made a report on Provo Well waters
in the Society Meeting, giving the
results of the analyses conducted
by myself of late.
	  —Dec 6—
Delivered a lecture on "Plants" before
the County Teachers' Convention
	—Dec. 14—
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Home Missionary, in company
with my companion Elder Elisha Peck
was today at American Fork. Reached
depot in morning just in time
to see train leave, the time
table having been changed of late.
Three other brethren were in the
same plight; one of them Elder
Samuel Liddiard took his bugy
and by his kind invitation, I
accompanied him His appointment
was in Pleasant Grove; at which
place he stopped; while I proceeded
with his buggy to American Fork.
Met Bro. Peck at that city; and
together we addressed the meeting
I also addressed the Sunday School
in afternoon; and in evening
proceeded home; being joined by
Bro. Liddiard at Pleasant Grove.
		—Dec 10— (omitted)
According to a my accepting an
invitation some time ago tendered
by the Spanish Fork Y.M.M.I.A.
authorities, an appointment had
been made for me to lecture
then tonight. I proceeded to
Spanish Fork by evening train and del-
ivered a lecture on "Life in a
Great City". Stayed at residence of
Bro. E. A. Wilson. Returned to Provo
by early morning train.

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		   —Dec. 17—
According to a previous promise,
I delivered a lecture on "Theology"
to the saints of the Provo Bench Ward.
Our folks were present for nearly
all of them stay all the time
on the bench, on the farm. Returned
to Provo horseback after the meeting, 
and found myself exceedingly wet
and muddy. 
		—Dec 18—
Suffering under a severe cold
apparently contracted yesterday
by carelessly getting wet
		—Dec 19—
Cold settled violently on the
l[-]go. Compelled to remain
at home today. Joint session of
the Polysophical Society had been
appointed for tonight at which
however I was unable to preside.
		—Dec. 20—
Cold still severe - as hoarse as a 
barrel.
		—Dec. 21—
Sunday – Confined to room all day
		—Dec. 25—
Christmas day - Went on the Farm, 
and passed Christmas with the
folks. Only myself and sister Sarah
remain at home now: all the rest stay on
the Farm.

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		—Dec. 27—
Went to Salt Lake City with some
members of the Geology class and
several of the teachers including
the Principal to visit places of
interest. Visited Gas Works, Electric
Light Works, University buildings etc.
Returned to Provo by evening train.
		—Dec. 28—	Sunday
By appointment preached in
Pleasant Grove as a Home Missionary
in company with my companion,
Bro. Elisha Peck. Also addressed the
Sabbath School. Returned to
Provo in evening
		—Dec. 29—
Attended the regular meeting of
the High Council; and in the
absence of the Clerk, took his
place.
		—Dec. 30-31—
Busy in Laboratory			32 talks
			1885
		—Jan. 1—
Spent New Year's Day with the Folks
		—Jan 4—	Sunday
By call of the Bishop, addressed
the meeting in Third Ward
in the evening.

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			Jan. 10
Saturday: Made trip to Salt Lake
City and return in the interest
of the Scientific Department.
			Jan. 17
Visited Salt Lake City with the
leading students in my classes
in Physics and Chemistry. Spent a
very profitable day; visiting among
other places of interest, the Gas
Works, Electric Light Works, Deseret
Museum, Telephone Exchange,
Iron Works, etc. Nothing occurred
to mar our success or peace. I stayed
at night with Bro Snow at the
residence of his father. The students
stayed with friends.
			Jan 18
Sunday Returned to Provo by early
train highly pleased.
In evening, myself & my missionary
companion, Elder Peck preached by
appointment in Provo First Ward.
			Jan. 23
Today closed the second term
of the Academy for the IX academic
year. I obtained permission today
from the Board to rent a small
store near the Academy building for
the use of my experimental classes
in their individual work.

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Note:–   January 18, 1885
Was received as a Member
of the Prayer Circle Meeting
presided over by Elder John
Jones, meeting every Sunday
at 4 p.m.

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			Jan 24
Our term party for the students was
held tonight, as usual under the
auspices of the Polysophical Society.
			Jan. 25	Sunday
Presided in the Missionary Meeting
			Jan. 26
Attended regular meeting of the
High Council
			Jan. 28
Attended a special meeting of
the High Council, and sat as
one of the Council in a trial
			Jan. 30
Officiated as Clerk in a
Council trial today.
			Jan. 31
Went to Salt Lake City to make
some purchases for the Academy.
Returned in the evening.
			Feb. 1	Sunday
By appointment, Elder Peck and
myself preached in the Second
Ward Provo City as Home Missionaries.
			Feb. 2
Went to Salt Lake City in evening
a purchased an Assaying Furnace
and apparatus for the use of the
Academy.
			Feb 3.
Returned to Provo

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			Feb. 6
Delivered an experimental lecture
on "Artificial Illumination" before
the Scientific Section of Polysophical
Society.
			Feb 8	Sunday
Addressed the Third Ward Meeting
by call of the Bishop.
			Feb. 13
Delivered a lecture on "A peep through
the Microscope" under the auspices of
the Polysophical Society, illustrated
by lantern views.
			Feb 14
Went to Salt Lake City on business
connected with the Scientific Dept.
Returned home in evening.
			Feb. 15	Sunday
Addressed the Second Ward Meeting
by call of the Bishop.
			Feb. 21
Visited Salt Lake City and the Germania
and Franklyn Smelting Works to
collect specimens for the use of my
classes
			Feb. 24
Delivered a lecture in the Provo
Tabernacle under the auspices
of the Reading Room Association on
"The History of the Earth" illustrated by
lantern views

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		—Feb 28—
In response to a previous
invitation from the Salt Lake County
Teacher's Convention I went to Salt Lake
City today and delivered a lecture
on "The Mind – Its Physiology and
Hygiene" before the teachers of the county.
A successful time.
		—Feb. 22—	Sunday.
Filled appointment as a Home
Missionary with my Companion – Bro.
Peck, in the Third Ward, Provo City.
		—Feb Mar. 8—	Sunday
Addressed Third Ward Meeting
by call of the Bishop
		—F March 13—
Delivered a lecture on "Good for
Nothing" before Scientific Section
Polysophical Society
		—Mar. 14—
Went to Salt Lake City to collect
certain specimens for use in
my classes, I obtained specimens
of glass, paints, spices Etc. Returned
home in evening
		—Mar 15—	Sunday
Preached in the capacity of 44
Home Missionary with my companion
Bro. Peck in Fourth Ward,
Provo City. We have very pleasing
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		Mar 19
Owing to the absence of Bro. John 
C. Graham the Editor of the Utah 
"Enquirer" (he has left to escape 
prosecution under the Edmund's Law 
for the punishment of Polygamy) 
I have promised to assist the 
"Enquirer" by writing its Editorial 
articles for a short time.
		Mar. 20
Addressed a Mass Meeting called 
by the Mayor of the City to decide 
on some means of exterminating 
the caterpillars which proved so 
destructive to the fruit crop of 
last year, and whose eggs are so 
numerous on the trees at present. 
		Mar. 28
Delivered a lecture on "Animals" 
before the Utah Co. Teachers' Convention
		Mar 29	Sunday
Preached as a Home Missionary in 
company with Bro Peck in Provo Ward. 
We held two meetings in different 
parts of the Ward owing to its 
scattered condition. I believe our 
labers have been successful. The 
Choir from the Third Ward accompanied 
us.		April 3
Our school term ended today. It 
has been a successful one.

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			April 7
	The Fourth Term opened today
with an exceedingly small at-
tendance. The higher departments
are full however. My classes have
scarcely suffered the least diminution.
The hard times have caused many
to leave.
			April 23
Delivered a lecture on "Some
remarkable plants" before the
Polysophical Society of the Academy.
			April 25
Delivered a lecture on "Man" – and
the teaching of Physiology in Schools,
before the County Teacher's Convention
			April 26
Sunday By call of the Presidency
I addressed the meeting at the
Tabernacle. In afternoon proceeded
to Springville, and spoke there in
the capacity of a home missionary.
			May 1
Took a party of students on a
May walk to the mountains. We
had a pleasant time.
			May 3	Sunday. 
Addressed the Missionary Meeting
in the afternoon.
			May 10	Sunday.<52>
Attended meetings as usual.

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			May 15
Delivered an address before the
Polysophical Society on "Physiognomy"
			May 17	Sunday
Presided in Missionary Meeting.
			May 22
Today we formally adjourned
the Polysophical Society till the
next school-year. A hearty vote
of thanks was passed by the
students to the officers. I believe
all the labor and worry of the
year are forgotten in the consciousness
that the labors are appreciated.
One more number of the "Academic
Review" has yet to be issued
before the work of the year is
finished.
			May 30
The Quarterly Conference of the Stake
opened today. A meeting of the
High Council was called at which
three members of the Quorum of
the Twelve Apostles were present; they
urged upon us the necessity of
greater diligence in duty, and regard
for the so-called little things of life.
Attended the meetings of the
Conference during the day; the
High Council in the evening
and the Priesthood Meeting at night.

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			May 24		Sunday
(Omitted before)
			Proceeded to Salem as
a Home Missionary, and preached
there in company with Elder Peck.
We went to Spanish Fork by train,
but through our failure to notify
the Bishop of Salem, we found no
conveyance there. We succeeded
in finding a buggy in Spanish
Fork; thence drove to Salem and
discharged our duty. We drove back
to Spanish Fork; but missed the
train Bro. Peck remained with some
friends in Spanish Fork; and I
walked home; so as to be at the
Academy on time next day.
			June 1
	Went to Salt Lake City by evening
train to attend to Academy business.
	Returned next day.
			June 4
	During the night, I witnessed the
most violent thunder storm which I
have ever seen. The lightning was
so vivid that one could read a book
The wind was violent, and did
considerable damage.
			June 5
Went to Salt Lake City on Academy business
Attended Theatre in evening.

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	  —June 6.—
Returned to Provo. A Faculty
Meeting in the Academy was called 
today; and arrangements made
for next year. I occupy the same
position as before. My salary is to be 
$1200.– per year.
           —June 7— 	         Sunday
Addressed the Third Ward Meeting
by call of the Bishop
	   —June 8—
Went to Salt Lake City by
evening train to attend the
lecture by Monseignor Capel on
Science and Religion. I am glad
to have heard the gentleman – but
his arguments were in no respect
stronger than I have heard brought
out by students. I believe I could
name three or four of my own students
who could argue stronger than did
he. He took a decidedly Catholic
view.
	     —June 9—
Returned to Provo by morning
train
             —June 12—
The academic year closed today
under favorable circumstances.
Three students graduated in the
Scientific Course; and with the success

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of the Scientific Dept. during the
past year, I can only express 
satisfaction.
			June 13
Went to Salt Lake City to make
arrangements for a contemplated trip
to the northern part of the Territory.
			June 14		Sunday
Returned to Provo by early train; but
did not stop here. Having been
appointed to preach as a Home
Missionary in Payson I proceeded there
by train, and fulfilled the appoint-
ment in company of Elder Peck. Ad-
dressed the meeting and also the
Sunday School. Returned to Provo
by evening train.
			June 16
Prof. Maeser and myself started today
to examine the Geological features of
some parts of Spanish Fork Cañon.
We went as far as Clear Creek by
rail; and were kindly received
and treated at Tucker's Hotel at
that place. We spent the greater
part of the day in collecting specimens
etc.
			June 17
Returned to Provo by evening train
after spending most of day in
explorations.
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	      —June 19—
Went to Salt Lake City by evening
train. Attended the County Teacher's
Convention in the evening. The pro-
gramme consisted of a lecture
by Bishop O. Whitney on "Education."
		—June 20—
Returned to Provo by morning train.
		—June 21—	Sunday
Attended Meetings as usual. Addressed
the Congregation in the Tabernacle
by call of the Presidency.
		—June 23—
I have been desiring for some
time to visit Soda Springs Idaho
for the purpose of collecting
specimens of the waters for
examination, and having received
the courtesy of a free pass over
the railroads to that place and
return I started today. Bro. Jos. B. Keeler,
one of the teachers of the Academy
accompanied me. We reached
Salt Lake City in evening Succeeded
in procuring half-fare transporta-
tion for Bro Keeler.
		—June 24—
Proceeded by early train to Logan;
We were kindly received and
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	B. Y. College of Logan. We
spent the afternoon in visiting
friends, and viewing the College
buildings etc.
		—June 25—
Pres. Card called on us early,
and took us in his carriage
to several places of interest in
the city, and neighborhood.
We then took dinner with him
and his family, then left on
the afternoon train, via "Utah
and Northern" Railway. Stayed
at McCammon, Idaho at
night.
		—June 26—
Took early train via "Oregon Short
Line Ry." and reached Soda Springs
early in forenoon. We put up at
the Williams Hotel, not being
able to find a private family who
took boarders at this season. Later
in the day, we learned that Bishop
Law of the place took boarders,
but as our stay was to be
short we remained at the Hotel
Spent the greater part of the day,
until late in evening in visiting
Springs, and collecting and drinking
water. The formation here is a 
wonderful and peculiar one. In the

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evening we visited Bp. Law's
family by invitation.
		—June 27—
Rose early and continued observa-
tions on the Springs. Took the
noon train for Montpelier, having
decided on making a trip
into the Bear Lake Valley. We
were kindly received by Bro. Wm <Thos>
Jones, a former student whose
father keeps a hotel at which
we stayed Attended a Sunday
School Exhibition in evening
		—June 28— Sunday
	Bro Jones undertook to drive
us to Paris – a short drive
in fact but somewhat dan-
gerous on account of excessive
high water in the Bear River.
Bro. Jos. Rich accompanied us, he
desiring also to go to Paris
For a distance of about 6 miles
the road lay entirely under
water – so deep in places as
to overflow the top of the wagon.
We had to perch on the seats like
fowls at roost. Reached Paris, however 
without accident. Stayed at the
residence of Pres. Wm Bridge. In
the afternoon we addressed the
regular Sunday Meeting. I was

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asked to deliver a lecture in
the evening; and consented; but
was taken very ill with a sick–
–headache; and had to share the
evening's talk with Bro. Keeler.
		—June 29—
Went to St Charles, at which
place Bro Keeler had a married
sister living. We were kindly
received by her and husband —
Wm Stewart by name. Spent the
greater part of the afternoon fishing.
My luck in this occupation was
slightly different from that on
former occassions  I was very
successful.
		—June 30—
Visited the school of St Charles.
In the afternoon went fishing.
		—July 1—
Proceeded to Paris by convey—
ance furnished by Bro. Stewart
Found Pres. Budge just about
to start for the Church Ranch.
and by invitation we accompanied
him and Bro. Sheets the Church
Cattle Agent. We arrived in the
evening and were warmly
welcomed by Bro. Arthur Budge
- a former student and a son
of Prest. Budge. Went fishing in evening

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		— July 2 —
Spent day in fishing and
reading - a highly enjoyable
affair
		— July 3 —
	We started for Soda Springs
accompanied by Bro. Arthur Budge,
his wife and child; and another
young woman. There was no road
bridge across the Bear River
nearer than several miles; and
the horses across The Party were
in a light buggy; except myself
who rode horseback to give
more room in the vehicle. The
horses were unhitched; and the
buggy rolled across the railway
bridge; after which the horses were
caused to swim though with 
considerable difficulty. We all
then walked across the bridge. It
was an exciting, and truly a
risky undertaking. We then
drove to Swan Lake; and collected
specimens. Then we proceeded
to Soda Springs, and all dined
at the residence of Bro. H. Horsley
– the same whose son was acci-
dentally shot while I was in
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the afternoon we visited the
Formation Springs and collected
some fine specimens of calcareous
incrustations. Returned to Soda
Springs in time to catch the
evening train for McCammon which
place we reached in safety. Bro.
Budge and party returned home 
same evening - they went up the
river to the fording place.
		—July 4—
Started for home. Reached Salt
Lake City in evening after a
continuous day's travel. A
considerable excitement existed
in Salt Lake City. We learned on
enquiry that the United States
flag had been raised on several
buildings at half-mast- our people
not feeling to rejoice on this the
birthday anniversary of Independence
but rather to mourn for the death
of Liberty in our midst. I feel
sincerely to say "Amen" to the
sentiment so expressed. We
have true cause to regard Liberty
as dead or dying in Utah: the
oppressions and persecutions of
late are exceedingly severe. The
self-professed loyal citizens of the
city chose to regard this act as an
insult to the flag: and they tried

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with their usual feeling of
vindictiveness to incite a riot The
storm had passed long e're we
reached the town ; but the feeling
of the people still ran high. We
stayed over night at the Greening
Private Boarding House.
		—July 5—	Sunday.
Took morning train for Provo. The
letter I had despatched from Paris
to inform the folks of my expectations
of reaching home today had failed
to reach its destination : and the
folks were all on the farm, I
had to force open a window to
enter the house; and a door to get
out again.		I managed to find
everything necessary for a bath,
which was at this time the
thing most desired. In the
evening, not having heard from
the folks I borrowed a horse
and rode out to see the folks.
I found all well. I learned from
Prof Maeser before leaving, that
Prest John Taylor handred the Academy
Board of Trustees had requested him
and some of the teachers to travel
through the various stakes of Zion
in the interests of Education
generally and the B. Y. Academy
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so requested; and we were to
start if possible on Tuesday next.
		—July 6—
Spent the day in preparations
for our proposed trip. Letters of
authority and introduction have
been issued to us by Pres. Taylor,
also by the Territorial Superintendent
of District Schools, and our Board
of Trustees. We prepared our
plan of travel today; and despat-
ched letters to the Bishops and
school offices along the proposed
route.
		—July 7—
Today we started. The party con-
sisted of Prof. Maeser, Prof. Cluff
and myself. Bro. Douglass Todd, a
student accompanies us as
Teamster. The team started early for
Thistle Valley; we went later by
train and overtook Bro. Todd at
Thistle Valley. From thence we pro-
ceeded to Indianola; and stayed
at the residence of Bro. Hyrum
Seeley. Met with the Bishop and
Trustees in the evening; and talked
over school matters.
		—July 8—
Bro. Cluff and I rose early and
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breakfast we were taken into
the canyon near by Bro. Seeley, and
collected a number of interesting
specimens. Proceeded to Fairview,
and all stopped at the residence
of Sister Peterson, where arrange-
ments had been made for our
accomodation by the Trustees. Visited
the school house during the afternoon,
and in the evening held meeting.
We have arranged in these meetings
to speak of education generally, as
required by our people; and the
facilities of the B. Y. Academy. The
talking in public will be done
by Bro. Cluff and myself, as Bro.
Maeser finds himself unable to talk
a great deal after travelling without
manifest danger to his health.
		—July 9—
Proceeded to Mount Pleasant early.
Bro Cluff and myself stayed at
Bishop Seeley's house, the others
with a friend of Bro. Maeser. A
Sunday School Jubilee was held
today to which we had previously
invited. We made a speech each
during the day. We held our meeting
in the evening.
		—July 10—
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and stopped at the residence of
Bro. John F. Allred. Held meeting
in the afternoon; and proceeded
then to Ephraim; where we were
kindly provided for at the residence
of Bishop Dorins. Held meeting in
the evening
		—July 11—
Met with the Trustees of Ephraim,
visited the school house etc; then
drove to Manti; and all stayed at
Bishop Reid's. During the afternoon
Pres. Marlins of the Stake Presidency
took us through the Temple, which
yet is in an unfinished condition.
It is an imposing structure.
		—July 12—	Sunday.
Visited the two Sunday Schools
during the morning; and attended
the regular Stake meeting during the
afternoon. Bro Maeser addressed the
latter. In the evening our educational
meeting was held.
		—July 13—
Spent the early morning in visiting
Temple quarries, obtaining specimens
etc. Then proceeded to Guninson,
and stopped at Bishop Madsen's.
We talked over matters connected
with the sugar industry in which
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		— July 14 —
Rose early, and visited some places
of interest in the hills near the
town. The stream and well water
at Gunnison is very peculiar; and
to manny people (among whom I
stand prominent) it is very distasteful
It tastes very soft - in fact quite
slippery. I have longed since
yesterday for a good drink. Took
dinner at the home of Bro. Oscar
Berglund,  a former student. In
the afternoon I wel went with Bp. Madsen
and a brotherinlaw of his to the sugar
farm; after which we drove on to
Salina and were kindly received
by Bishop Jensen.	In the early
evening Bp. Jensen took some of us
to visit the Salt Works of Salina.
Held meeting in the evening, almost
in darkness. The Meeting House here
is very large, and as yet unfinished
in the inside Only four small house
lamps were burning - very gloomy.
Dim lights affect me I think more
than any other ordinary circumstance
in speaking. I feel dull as the light is 
dull
		—July 15—
Rose early, and all of us except.
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and a former student into Soldier
Canyon near Salina. We collected some
interesting specimens. This region is a
rich one. Mountains of salt are in
open view; and alum, viow, and coal
are found in close proximity to one
another. After breakfast we met
the Trustees, teachers, and officers of
the Sunday Schools and the Improvement
Associations for a consultation. We
then drove on to Richfield, over
the dustiest road I ever remember
to have travelled over. We stayed
at the house of Bp. Jus. S. Horne. In the
afternoon we visited friends; and held
meeting in the evening. Our meeting
was pleasantly arranged in the bowery
which had been lighted up for the occassion
		 —July 16—
Bro Cluff and myself made an early
trip into the hills. After breakfast
we drove to Elsinore, and took
dinner at the house of Bro. Jeusere-
after which we held public meeting,
then a consultation with the trustees,
teachers etc, and then drove to Monroe.
Bro. Maeser & myself stayed at the
house of Bro. Tho. Cooper. the acting
Bishop; and the other members of the
party stayed at the house of Sister
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Spent afternoon and early evening in
visiting the Springs near the town and
in collecting specimens. Held meeting in
evening
		—July 17—
Rose early and made a trip into the
hills visiting the hot mineral springs etc.
so numerous here abouts. The water
in some is very hot – even 66.75 C
while the air was 33.2 C. After
breakfast we drove to Joseph City
and took dinner at the residence
of Bro. Ross. In the afternoon we
drove through the Clear Creek Canyon
– a wonderful series of formations –
most sandstone, quartzites, conglomer-
ates and Gypsum. The cliffs in
some places are of a width barely
sufficient to admit the passage of
a wagon road yet they rise to a
dizzy height Indian heiroglyphic
writings are numerous; and the
examples of weathering in the rocks
are grand. Perfectly honey-combed are
many. We obtained some fine speci-
mens but they are so fragile, I
greatly doubt the chances of their
reaching home safely. We took
a bath in the Canyon stream –
we needed it: In the evening we
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agreeable surprise found a former
student Bro Lucian Hickley in charge.
We were kindly received and treated.
Here too we met Bro. Done, an assist-
ant teacher in the Academy who is visiting
		— July 18 —
Rose early ; and after breakfast
started. We visited the Sulphur
mines and works near Cove Creek,
owned and worked by Mr Dickert
To this place we were accompanied
by Bros Done and Hinckley. I obtained
some very handsome, those fragile
specimens of sublimed sulphu. My
specimens have become numerous,
so I left them at Cove Creek and some
at Pine Creek till our return We
arrived at Beaver early in afternoon;
and we all stayed at the residence
of Bro L M Shepherd, a member of the
Stake Presidency. Spent the afternoon
in visiting places of interest & friends
I have been seriously affected by the
heat of the sun during the past week, 
and especially today. My face is scaly,
and severely swollen; and the my head
is constantly aching
	We received a letter this afternoon
from sister Johnson of Gunnison now in
Richfield She is a lady of some local
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She sent us here at Beaver a poem
as follows:-
	To Professors Maeser, Talmage, and Cluff:-
"Yours be it here to train the immortal mind,
To teach the spirits wing the way to heaven,
Nobly ye do your work; your spirits kind
Proclaim how erring souls may be forgiven;
How they may tread by even paths the way to God,
Enduring faithfully through all His chastening rod.

"Who may determine all the good ye do?
Who can reward? Hence in a fairer land,
Where Justice reigns, where all things brought
							to view
Are well rewarded; there from His just hand
Ye will be meted out your full well-earned
						reward
	From Him who saith "Share joys with
					your Lord."

	"Toil on then noble trio, doubting not
That your reward is sure, Your rich full sheaves
By Him at harvest will be ne'er forgot.
Your names are written on his brightest leaves
Your highest aims will reach the top at last
And will reward you for all trials past."
				Ruby Lamont."
	"Ruby Lamont" is the lady's nom de plume under
which she writes in home papers.

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		— July 19 —	Sunday
I am still feeling ill. Have fasted a
part of today.	Attended the Sunday Schools
during the morning, and we addressed each
of them. In the afternoon we attended the
regular stake meeting and Bro. Maeser and
myself addressed that. In the evening we
held our regular meeting. In the early evening,
before meeting we drove out to Fort Cameron
accompanied by members of the family with
whom we stayed. The place is abandoned
as a military post, and the people are
looking toward its purchase for school
purposes. It is admirably adapted for such
use - would be a school town in itself. I
shall hope to see the praiseworthy desires if
the people fulfilled.
	Our plan is to go as far south as Par -
owan and to reach Beaver again on our
return trip from that point on Wednesday
next. By request I promised to deliver a lecture
hire on Wednesday evening under the auspices
of the Young People's Associations.
		— July 20 —
Left Beaver early; camped at noon
at Buckhorn Springs Reached Parowan
in evening. Bro. Cluff & myself stayed at
the house of Bro. Morgan Richard ; and Bros.
Maeser and Todd at Bro. John Dalley's
place. Held regular meeting in evening.
We met several brethren from Cedar City
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place if possible. All appointments
for the return trip north are made; and
it would seem impossible for the party
to go farther south than this place. The
people in St George too have urged upon
us to reach them if possible. It is
thought best for one of us to go on
South while the others return; and
Bro. Maeser requests me to go on.
		—July 21—
In morning all of the party except
Bro. Maeser and accompanied by Bro Dalley
& Bishop Adams made a trip into the
Parowan Canyon. The formations here
are wonderful and varied. The effects
of weathing are stupendous and grand.
Alum abounds here. We returned at noon,
and held a meeting of consultation with
the school offices etc. Bro. Maeser had
received a despatch from St. George granting
me free passage on the stage to that place.
and in the afternoon I took copies of
our letters of appointment, bade goodbye
to the brethren and turned <kept> my face
still southward Reached Cedar City
by Mail Coach in evening. Word of my
coming had been telegraphed ahead, and I
found a public meeting appointed. The
meeting was held in the open air with
no other illuminations but the moonlight It
was a very pleasant gathering. I stayed with
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		—July 22—
Left at 6 a.m. on stage for St George.
I reached this place at 7 p.m. – a twelve
hour's constant ride stopping an hour
for dinner. And such a ride I have
never enjoyed (?) before. For miles the 
road lies across lava beds; and the
coach is driven at a rapid rate. I was
thrown about like a shuttlecock – the
stage is of that class denominates "Jerkys"
and the name is appropriate. Stopped at
Silver Reef on the way; and visited
the ore stamp mills. I was kindly
received in St Gerge by Pres. Eyring, and
stopped with him at his house. I feel
so much at home here already that I
can imagine I have been here continuously
since my former visit. I have been
considerably afraid of the heat here; and
Bro. Eyring informs me it has been severe;
even reaching 113 F in the shade and
102 F at 9 p.m.; and 95 F before sunrise
Tonight is bearable – 88. We sleep out on
the deck roofs; and I enjoy it hugely.
		—July 23—
Spent morning in receiving visits from friends.
Talked with the Trustees and stake authorities
on school matters. I ought to explain here,
that the people of St Gerge are desirous
of founding an Academy similar to the 
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while still in Provo I received a letter
from Pres. Eyring, in behalf of the Com-
mittee on the proposed Academy offering
me the position of Principal thereof and
urging my acceptance thereof. The B.Y. Academy
Board of Trustees at once refused to release me
from my agreement with them for the
next year; so I was not called to consider
at all the desirability of the position or
otherwise. Bro. Eyring told me in his letter
that Bishop Judd of St. George would
be in Provo and would talk with me
personally on the matter. Owing to my
being constantly on the move since school
adjourned I was unable to meet him, although
we corresponded together, and endeavored to
arrange a meeting. He has now returned to
St. George, and on being introduced we
immediately recognized each other as having
travelled on neighboring seat in the cars
from Salt Lake City to Logan, on my trip
to Soda Springs. In fact we had talked
together on the way, yet neither knew the
other. —
	I sincerely wish the people success in
their endeavors to found an institution of learning
here. The Principal has given them the choice
between Bros. Tanner, and Nelson of the Academy
Faculty as their Principal. This evening me
down to Santa Clara; ie. Bro. Eyring took me
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We held meeting and returned to St. George
afterward. The evenings here are delightful.
At present the moon is nearly full: and the
air is so still. The nocturnal Stramonium
or "Jimpson Weed" opens its cup shaped
large white flowers, and looks stately and
elegant in the moonlight. I enjoyed the drive
very much.
		—July 24—
An elaborate program had been arranged
for the celebration of Pioneer's day here
but the news of the death of General
Grant caused the idea of suspending
all exercises to be entertained. It was
finally decided to place the flags at
half mast, drape them and the stand
with symbols of mourning; then to hold a
brief memorial service, after which the
exercises of the day should be carried out
with the exception of the sports which were
to be abandoned. I was requested to
deliver an address on General Grant. for
which I had 15 minutes preparation. I
responded. I took dinner at the
home of Bro. Edward Snow the son of
Apostle Arastus Snow, and an assistant
teacher in the Academy last year. He took
me riding in the afternoon around St. George.
In the evening I attended a social gathering
at the residence of Mrs Addie McArthur –
– a highly enjoyable affair. I met a number
of formal students here.

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		  —July 25 —
	In the morning I visited the Temple
and was shown through by Bishop D.
Cannon. Work is suspended in the summer.
Took dinner with Bro. John Pace and
received from him specimens of Calcareous
formations from the Pace Mine which I
regret being unable to visit. In afternoon
Bro. Edward Suon called for me and
we visited the "Sugar Suaf" and other
hills around the city. We then drove into
the fields. In the early evening Bro. Eyring
and myself, accompanied by several members
of his family went to Washington and
held meeting in educational interests.
Returned to St George after meeting.
I am tired tonight - have had but
little sleep of late.
		—July 26—	Sunday
Attended Sunday School in morning.
Dined with Bro. Snow again. In the afternoon
I addressed the regular stake meeting in
the Tabernacle in educational matters.
Took supper at another of Bro. Snows'
residences - several of his children have
been students of the Academy. In the
evening I delivered a lecture on
"Good for Nothing" under the auspices
of the Young Peoples Associations. Bade
all folks good-bye before retiring
as I leave early in morning.

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		—July 27—
	Left on the stage at 4 a. m. Stopped
at Silver Reef Camp, and by favor of the
Supts. of the mines here obtained specimens.
After a very hard and dusty drive, reached
Cedar City at 8 p. m. Stayed at the house
of Bishop Sunt. Called on Bro. Dalley.
		— July 28 —
	Left on the early stage (6 a.m) and
reached Milford at 6. p. m.	Stayed at a
private boarding place kept by a family
by the name of Smithson.
		—July 29—
Left on early train 5.30 a. m. According to
a prearranged plan Bro. Maeser will
reach Nephi today. I stopped off at that
place and found he had not yet arrived
but he came later in the day. I found
that he had returned to Beaver after I
left the party at Parowan; and from that
place Bro. Cluff had gone directly home, so as
to be able to visit countries north. Bro Done
had joined the party at Filborne in Bro. Cluffs
place. We all stayed at the house of Bro.
Andrews. Held meeting in the evening
		—July 30—
Our work is now practically done. Bros.
Done & Todd left with the team early this
morning for Provo via Payson. Bro. Maeser &
I spent the forenoon in visiting friends in
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I found Sister Sarah at home, and
she reports all tolerably well among the
folks on the farm.
I believe we will have to pronounce
our mission an emminently successful
one. It has been also a pleasant one. 
		-August 6-
The week has been spent quietly in
preparing for next years work. Several
changes are being made in the Laboratory,
and a new room is erected for the use of
the students in their practical work. This
evening I paid a visit to some frends in
Lehi
		-Aug. 7-
Returned to Provo in morning In afternoon
left for Salt Lake City to make purchases
of chemicals etc. For use in the Academy.
Through the severe storms of late the
railway track was abstucted and
we were delayed about six hours; and
thaen had to be taken by another train 
sent to our rescue from Salt Lake City
We reached Salt Lake at 12:30 p. I  stayed
at the Continental Hotel
		-Aug 8-
Spent morning in doing business, then
left for Provo on D. & R.G. Ry. at 11. a.m.
		-Aug 2- 	Sunday
(Emitted above)
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a member of a Committee to make
arrangements for Memorial Services to the
memory of General Grant on the day of his
funeral (Aug 8).
		—August 9—	         Sunday
Addressed the congregation in the
Tabernacle by call of the Presidency.
		—Aug 10—
The Academy opened its session for the
Tenth academic year today. My position
is as last year – Professor of Sciences,
Secretary of the Faculty, President of the
Polysophical Society, and ex officio Editor-in-
chief of the "Academic Review"; and
in addition – I take charge of the No[--]al
Department. Our opening today was a
promising one. We are beginning the
year about 3 weeks earlier than usual,
thinking that it will be better to close
earlier in the spring.
		—Aug. 15—
Made a short trip today with my class
in Biology – to collect specimens.
		—Aug. 21—
The Polysophical Society was reorgan-
ized tonight. I delivered a lecture on
"Parasites."
		—Aug. 23—	Sunday.
Presided at and addressed the B.Y.A.
Missionary Meeting In evening addressed
the Third Ward Meeting by call of the Bishop.

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		—Aug 30—	Sunday
Yesterday and today have been occupied
in the regular Stake Conference, I
was resustained as Alternate in the
High Council; and also as a Home
Missionary in the Stake.
		—Sep. 5—
Today I officiated in the rebaptism
of Douglass M. Todd, a student of the
Academy. This is the first time I have
performed the ordinance of baptism.
		Sep 18.
Work has progressed steadily; nothing
occurring particularly out of the
regular routine. I delivered a lecture
on the "Atmosphere" with experiments
tonight before the Polysophical Society
		—Sep. 21—
The financial condition of the
Academy has been such as to
preclude the possibility of any
appropriation being made for
the Scientific Department with which
to procure apparatus. A considerable
proportion of our small set was
destroyed or injured in the fire, and
since then we have procured hardly
anything outside material for actual
use. I asked the approval of the
Principal & Faculty today to a
proposition that the Polysophical

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Society arrange a series of lectures
during the winter months the proceeds
of which shall be devoted to the
purpose named. My proposition
was heartily sanctioned.
				23 years old today.
		—Sep. 22—
Today I proposed to a gentleman
connected with the Academy, that
he advance the Polysophical Society
a certain sum ($100) – that which may
reasonably be expected to be realized
from the lectures etc; and he take
the proceeds of the lectures & the small
margins of profit for term parties
given under the auspices of the society.
In arrangement was concluded by
which the Society receives the amount
at once. so that the much desired
apparatus for the Scientific Dept can
be rendered at once.
		Sep. 23.
I find it necessary to give up
some of my labors in the Academy; at
present I feel overcrowded; so today
I asked to be relieved of the Editorship
of the "Academic Review". Granted
		—Sept. 25—	
Delivered a <[---]> lecture on "The Atmosphere"
with experiments before the
Polysophical Society.
		—Sept. 27—	Sunday
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Mutual Improvement Associations of
the stake held today at Provo.
		—Oct 1—
I have been contemplating a trip
to the Tintis Mining District for
some time, and thought it best to
try and start at once. Bros. Cluff and
Done, two of the teachers wish to go
also, and the Principal granted us leave
of absence tomorrow. We started this
evening, and drove to Payson. Stayed
at residence of Bro Done. We travel
by team. I have been provided with
letters of introduction to several of
the Mining Men of the District through
the courtesy of friends here at home
		—Oct 2—
Rose very early. Traveled all day
visiting prospect holes, and mines along
the way. In afternoon reached and
visited the "Northern Spy Mine" and
were kindly treated by the owner
Col. Graham. In evening reached
Silver City: Camped near Mammoth
Mine. Visited Mammoth Cave after dark
		—Oct 3—
Rose early and were kindly shown
through the Mammoth Mine by Dr Coates.
We obtained specimens, then drove on
to Eureka City, and were kindly received
by Bro John Beck. We visited the Beck

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Mine" "Bullen Mine" and "Eureka Mine"
and obtained valuable specimen. In
afternoon we started for Goshen, and
on invitation of Bro. Jesperson whom we
met on the way, we stopped at his
house in Goshen Spent a very pleasant
evening
		—Oct. 4—	Sunday
Started early. Reached Payson at
10 a.m. I stayed at Bro. Done's Bro Cluff
stayed with a friend. In afternoon
we drove home, reaching there soon
after dark. Our trip has been a
very pleasant and successful one.
		—Oct 16—
The first term at the Academy closed
today successfully. Our regular term
party under the auspices of the Polysophical
Society was held tonight.
		—Oct. 18—	Sunday.
By appointment I preached in Springville
as a Home Missionary. My companion is
Bro Edward Peay of Provo. We drove to
Springville after the regular meeting
in Provo; and addressed the meetings
in afternoon and evening. Returned home
after night meeting.
		—Oct 19—
Second term opened today. Went to Salt
Lake City this evening on business
connected with the Scientific Dept.

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On the train I had a conversation with
3 of the Apostles. I am connected to
shape my course so as to return East
if possible at an early date and
take a course in Medicine; with the
object of taking a more active part in
developing the course of instructions in
Physiology etc. in our schools. I trust
all will work right
			Oct 20
Returned home today. Work is now
in full blast for the term; and I am
specially busy – several applications
having been received for parallel classes
in the services to be organized
			Oct. 25.	Sunday.
Preached in the Third Ward Provo,
by call of the Bishopric.
			Oct 27
Attended the Court held in Provo to hear
the testimony of mining experts in the
case of the Eureka Mining Co against the
Beck and Bullian Co. A very large
array of counsel is on each side and
a no less eminent lot of scientific
experts. Dr. G. Sterry Hunt testified today
			Oct 30
Prof Maeser left for a few days absence
in the southern part of the territory to
attend the opening ceremonies of the
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called to take charge in the Academy
here during his absence. This evening
I delivered an experimental lecture on
"The Laws of Mechanics" before the
Polysophical Society.
		—November 1—	Sunday.
By appointment today I and my
companion Elder Peay went to Spanish
Fork by train, and preached there as
Home Missionaries Returned to Provo
in the evening
		—Nov 6—
Delivered a short address before
the Polysophical Society on
"The Gunpowder Plot"
		—Nov. 13—
Delivered a public lecture under
the auspices of the B.Y.A. Poly-
sophical Society on "The Sun
Moon and Stars," illustrated by
lantern views, pictures etc. An
entrance fee was charged the
proceeds to be used in paying
for certain apparatus recently
obtained by the Scientific Dept.
		—Nov 14—
In morning delivered the second
of a series of lectures before the
County Teachers' Association. The
subject was "Plant Tissue"
In evening delivered a lecture

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before the Mathematical Club of
the B.Y. Academy on the "Metric
System of Weights and Measures"
		—Nov. 15—	Sunday
By regular appointment Elder
Peay and myself went to Salem
and preached there in the capacity
of Home Missionaris We went to
Spanish Fork by train, and were
taken from there to Salem by
team. Returned to Provo in evening
		—Nov. 22—	Sunday
Presided at and addressed the
Missionary Meeting at the BY Academy.
In the evening preached in the III Ward
by call of the Bishopric.
		—Nov 26—
Delivered the second of the public
lectures under the auspices of the
Polysophical Society. The subject
was "The Microscope and its Revelations"
illustrated by lantern views.
		—Nov. 27—
Went to Salt Lake City by evening
train to attend to some business
in connecting with the Scientific Dept.
Stayed at Greenig's Private Boarding
House
			Nov 28
Returned to Provo. Attended Theatre
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		—Nov 29—	Sunday.
Yesterday and today the regular
Quarterly Conference of this stake of
Zion has been in session. Attended
meetings of the same.
		—December 4—
Delivered a short address on
"Cremation and Burial" before the
Polysophical Society.
		—Dec. 6—	Sunday.
By invitation of the Stake President
of the Young Mens Mutual Im-
provement Association I attended
a District Conference of the same
held today in Springville. Returned
to Provo in evening
		—Dec. 11—
I have been desirous for some
time of collecting and analyzing
the water of the Great Salt Lake.
It is already late in season; so today
I went to Salt Lake City with that
object in view Bro. Benj. Cluff of the
Academy accompanied me. Arrived
there in evening. We stayed at the
residence of Bro. Junius F. Wells
		—Dec 12—
Took the early train via "Utah and
Nevada Ry" and proceeded to Garfield
on the shores of the lake. After
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and rowed out into the Lake to
the distance of a mile; and there
collected samples of the water. We
were successful too in procuring
several specimens of the Artemia
Fertilis – a small crustacean formed
in the lake, and constituting about
the extent of the Lake fauna. I used
my left hand in collecting the samples
of water – reaching a foot beneath the
surface – the cold of the brine was
so intense as to cause severe suffering
– in fact the member was practically
disabled for some time. It had to be
treated like a frozen limb. I should
have gone prepared with apparatus for
collecting without such exposure.
However, I enjoy the great satisfaction
of feeling that the specimens are as
near normal samples as I would
possibly obtain
We returned to Salt Lake City in the
afternoon. In evening by invitation I
attended a meeting of the Committee
on Improvement Association Matters held in
the Contributor Office
After meeting we visited the Electric
Light Works.
Stayed at the residence of
Bishop R.J. Burton. I should have
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supper with some Hawaiian Saints
at Bro Cluff's invitation. I am not
used to their food; though I tried
hard to fancy I liked it. The Pov
which to me seems to be very sour
flom paste – does not suit my
palate – Perhaps the taste for it
is a cultivated one. – I fancy so.
		—December 13—	Sunday
Returned to Provo by early train. I had
been appointed today to preach in
Payson as a Home Missionary so I
proceeded directly thither by train –
my companion Elder Peay – meeting
me at Provo. We attended and addressed
the regular morning meeting and the
afternoon sunday-school; then
returned to Provo in evening.
		—Dec. 14—
At the request of the Seventies'
Quorum of American Fork, I gave
a lecture in that city this evening.
The subject was "Birth and Growth
of the Earth" illustrated by lantern
views Bro Done accompanied me
to manipulate the lantern. We went
by afternoon train. Lecture was given
in the Theatre, and to a very large
an apparently to an appreciative audience
I stayed at the residence of Bro. W.W.
Jackson.

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	—Dec. 15—
Returned to Provo.
	—Dec. 20—		Sunday
Presided at and addressed the
Missionary Meeting. In the after-
noon addressed the Stake Meeting
in the Tabernacle by call of the 
Presidency.
	—Dec. 23—
The second term's session of the
B. Y. Academy closed today, and
the Christmas holidays begin
	—Dec. 25—
Christmas day; spent quietly with
the folks on the farm
	—Dec 31—
The holidays have been thus far
pleasantly spent. Most of the morning
have been occupied in the
Laboratory – and the afternoons in
reading, riding or hunting.
The weather has been remarkable
for the season – almost as mild as
April weather in most years.
We have enjoyed several boat-ride
on the lake in our duck-hunting
expeditions. I have received a great
number of requests to deliver lectures
before the Young Peoples' Assns. during
the winter and as far as my time 
will permit I shall try to comply.

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	——1886——
—January 1—
Another year dawned, and a year
of great probabilities regarding our
people The fulfilment of prophecies
of old is so marked that the
wise remark "When the fig tree
puts forth her buds ye know
that the summer is nigh" has 
a deeper and wider meaning than
before. Persecution has grown almost
to a mania among our enemies and
would-be destroyers It seems literally
impossible that a "Mormon" can
ever obtain justice in the Courts
At present a still more unjust
action is pending before Congress
introduced by Senator Edmunds—
practically taking away all rights of
our church as a regularly incorporated
body All are fig-tree leaves, and
their greater profusion than usual
argues the near advent of an advanced
season
	Spent today with the folks on the
farm. A strange change in the
weather has appeared — today was one
of the coldest I ever remember — rendered
all the more so by contrast with the
warm days of the past week.

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		—Jan. 3— Sunday
Addressed the second Ward
Meeting by request of Bishopric
		—Jan 4—
The third term of the present school
year at the B.Y. Academy opened
today  My labors remain practically
unchanged. I have introduced into
my course, a series of lectures on
Agriculture, and one on Domestic
Chemistry ; the former for the gentlemen,
the latter for the ladies of the
higher departments
		—Jan. 6—
I had promised to deliver a lecture
this evening in Spanish Fork. A
conveyance was sent from there
and in company with Bro. Jos. Nielson
who goes to manipulate the lantern
I went to Spanish Fork after school
in the evening. The subject was
"A peep through the Microscope" and
was very favorably received. Optical
lantern views were used to illustrate
the subject. We stayed at the
residence of Bro. George Brimhall.
		—Jan 7—
He left Spanish Fork early en route
for Provo in a single-horse open buggy
furnished by Bro Brimhall.
The morning was exceedingly cold—

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– a heavy snow having fallen during 
the night, and a high wind having
arisen causing the snow to drift.
The blast was received in our faces
along the whole road. I suffered
severely with the cold; for having left
Provo somewhat hurriedly the previous
day we were comparatively unprepared
with wraps etc.	We reached Provo
without accident before school opened.
In evening, as per previous promise
I went to Springville accompanied by
Bro Nelson and delivered the same
lecture there. Bro Nelson took his
own buggy & horse. We returned to
Provo after meeting at night  —
another very cold experience. 
		—Jan. 10—	Sunday
I had been appointed to act as 
Home Missionary today in Santaquin
and as my companion Bro Peay is
away from home, I proceeded to
that place alone by morning train. 
I attended Sunday School and afternoon
Meeting and returned to Provo in
evening.  Santaquin is one of the very
few places at which the people
attend meetings punctually. We commenced
promptly at the appointed time yet
scarcely anyone came in after meeting
commenced. Such occurences are too rare.

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		—Jan 13—
This evening after school a friend
and myself took a short ride; and
after dismounting and walking a short 
distance on the ice I was unfortun-
ately thrown forward by a careless
step & immersed in the water. I
hastened home and took all possible
precautions against a cold. The 
experience however is a risky one
at such a season as the present.
		—Jan 14—
Am suffering with a severe cold
from last evening's adventure. I
have been able to continue at
my post today however.
		—Jan 15—
Feeling still worse and unfortunately
I had promised to lecture in Santaquin
tonight After school myself and
Bro Jos Nelson started by evening
train and arrived safely. The lecture
was "The Birth and Growth of the Earth"
illustrated as usual and seemed
to be highly appreciated by the
people. We stayed at the residence
of Bro. Chas. Teitjen a former
student of the Academy.
		—Jan 16—
Returned to Provo by early morning
Freight train.

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—Jan 17—
Today the cold and general illness 
with which I have been suffering 
for a week past took the form 
of a severe attack of Quinsey– an 
old weakness of mine. 
I am for the present confined to 
my room
   Was somewhat surprised today 
to receive a letter from Rev. Mr Lincoln
the Methodist Pastor of Provo inviting 
me to lecture before the young people 
and others of his church at an 
early date. I thought proper 
before replying to speak to some 
of our Stake priesthood, and 
received their heartiest sanction.
		—Jan 18—
My throat is growing worse
– it is indeed a severe attack.
Answered Mr Lincoln's letter today 
(by deputy) accepting his invitation 
and making the date contingent 
on my recovery from present 
attack.
		—Jan 20—
Yesterday & today have been times 
of suffering for me, but tonight 
the change came and as is usual 
after that turn improvement was 
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lecture in Springville on 19" (last
Monday) and in Lehi last night.
Of course we telegraphed the
authorities at these places to
postpone all.
	—Jan 23—
The week has ended. The affection
in my throat has almost entirely
subsided; and I am rapidly gaining
strength though now suffering
with serious and painful intestinal
disorders. My classes have been
suspended this week at the Academy
I acknowledge reverentially again
the efficacy of the ordinance of
administration to the sick in my
case; for that alone has relieved
me. The attack was a savage
one and threatened to be a long
one; but was checked in a way
which I know from past experience
to be not the natural mode
of behavior of this desease.
I am thankful in having so
many and so true friends to
sustain me with their faith
and prayers.
	—Jan 25—
Today I went to the Academy and
resumed labors on a small
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The school week has ended, and
my strength has been steadily gaining.
Tonight I lectured (see Jan 17) in the
Methodist Church under auspices of
the Temperance Sycamore on "The Habit
of Intemperance" The audience was an
appreciative one, and all worked
well. I thought good has been done.
              Jan 30I have been appointed in conjunction
with my companion Elder Peay to
preach as a Home Missionary in
Goshen tomorrow. Bro Peay is ill and
consequently had to forego his ap-
pointment. It would be impossible for
me to fill my appointment if the
meeting were held as usual, viz
Sunday afternoon, as then I could
not return in time for my labors in
the Academy next morning. The
Goshen authorities informed me of
a desire that I visit the ward and
a willingness to accomodate the
arrangements to my convenience.
So I started to-day by early train
and proceeded to Santaquin; was 
me there by brethren from Goshen
and taken at once to Goshen by road
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before noon. I stayed at the
residence of Bro. John Morngan – a
keeper of a private boarding house, 
and the good people of the house 
did everything in their power 
to make me comfortable. In afternoon
a brother came with an invitation
that in session. I responded and 
addressed the assembly. 
In evening, by special request I 
delivered a lecture on "Usefulness"
before the public under the
aspects of the improvement
Associations. The audience was
a large and appreciative one
	Jan 3 		Sunday
The Goshen meeting was appointed
at 10 a.m. I addressed the congre-
gation. After dinner returned to 
santaquil and thence proceeded
by train to Provo. My visit has 
been an enjoyable one-- I trust
my labors will be productive of good. 
		Feb. 5
Delivered a lecture on Birth and
growth of the Earth" under
the auspices of the Polysophical
Society; illustrated as usual
by lantern views.

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		—Feb 6—
In response to a request from the
Young People's Improvement Assn.
of Alpine, I went to that place
and delivered the same lecture on
the Earth's History tonight Proceeded
to American Fork by train and
was not there by the brethren
from Alpine The audience was a
large and appreciative one Stayed
at the residence of Bro. Reynold
Vanse.
		—Feb. 7—	Sunday.
Left Alpine early and took morning
train at American Fork reaching
Provo in early morning. Presided
at the BY Academy Missionary
Meeting. Bro Maeser has been away
friend Provo since Thursday last and
I have left in charge at the Academy
In evening by request I addressed the
Fourth Ward Meeting by [---]
the interest of the Young Mens
Improvement Association
		—Feb. 9—
According to previous request I
went tonight to Lehi and gave
the illustrated lecture on "The Earth"
under the auspices of the
Y. P. I. Assns. A very appreciative
audience assembled.

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		—Feb. 10—
	Returned to Provo on early train
Bro Jos Nelson accompanied me
on the trip to make the lantern
manipulations
		—Feb. 19—
Tonight I delivered the last of
a series of experiments delivered
under the auspices of the Polysophical
Society. The subject was Electricity
illustrated by experiments. A
telegraph, telephone & microphone
instrument had been arranged
for the occasion.
		— Feb 20 —
Took Geology Class on a trip to
the mountains in search of
specimens. Successful & pleasant
		—Feb 21—	Sunday
Presided at and addressed the
B. Y. Academy Missionary Meeting
today.	Also addressed the audience
at an Anniversary of the Sunday
School of Third Ward, by call of the
Superintendent.
		—Feb. 22—
Today being the anniversary of the
birthday of Geo Washington was
observed as a Holiday at the
Academy. I accompanied a party
of students on a jaunt to the

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Mountains in search of Geological
specimens.	In evening attended
the regular meeting of High Council
	—Feb. 24 <25>—
Took class in Chemistry on
a visit to the Photographic
galleries. I the evening took
Physics Class to the Asylum
situated about a mile east of
Provo to examine the electric
machines & electric lights
     — Feb. 25 <24> —
Went to Salt Lake City on
business connected with the
Scientific Sept
   — Feb. 26 —
Delivered an address before
the Polysophical Society on
"Petroleum."
	   —March 1—
Today I received an official com-
munication from the Principal of
the Academy, transmitting for perusal
a document received by him from
the heirs and assigns of the late
President Brigham Young, by which
I am appointed as a member of the
Board of Trustees of the B. Y. Academy
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Trustees from Prest. Young leaves the
filling of vacancies in said Board
to the heirs; and since the
executions of the deed of transfer
three of the original seven members
of the Board have died. Don C.
Young, myself, and John Q. Cannon
have been appointed in the
order named to fill the vacancies
of course I was greatly surprised
to hear of my selection for the
position; though not today for
the first time as I have had
an unofficial notification for the
past week.
	March 3
Went to Salt Lake City on
business connected with the 
Academy, accompanied by Bro.
Cluff. We attended Theater
in the evening. Stayed at the
residence of Bro. Junius F
Wells. The chief object of my
present visit to S.L. City today
is to make arrangements for an
anticipated visit with my
scientific classes to the City
	Mar 4
Returned to Provo by morning
train in time for labors at
the Academy

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		—Mar. 5—
Left Provo in company with
15 of my most advanced students
for a visit to places of
interest round and about
S. L. City. We started on morning
train, and went as far as
Gerimana Smelting Works at
which, place we stayed till
evening. We were kindly admitted
by the Supt. and given the
freedom of the Siad Smelting
and also the White Sand Works.
Spent a profitable and an en —
joyable time.- collecting specimens
and making notes. Proceeded on
to Salt Lake City by evening
train, and at night we
visited the Electric Light
Works at which we received
the Kindest possible treatment
By kind invitation of Bro Jos.
Young, one of my students I
stayed at the residence of his
grandmother Mrs Jones.
	—March 6—
  Rose early: and by appointment
met class	We proceeded at once
on a visit to the Z. C. M. I
Shoe factory. From thence we
went at once to the S. L. Gas

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Works, where we remained
till noon. After dinner we
visited the Deseret News Type
factory and printing offices:
then spent a couple of
hours in the Deseret Museum.
After this we made an
inspection visit to the building
of the Deseret University and
proceeded thence to the
Z. C. M. I Tannery. This practically
ended our active visiting as
it was again night	The
day has been a busy one.
	—Mar 6 7— Sunday
Returned to Provo by mid-day
train.	In afternoon addressed
Tabernacle Congregation by call
of the President and in evening
preached in Third Ward by call
of Bishop
	—Mar 8 9—
According to a previous ap-
pointment I went today to
American Fork; and delivered
a public lecture at that
place in the evening on
the "Microscope and its revelations"
under the auspices of the Seventies
Quorum. Bro Nelson accompanied me
Bro. Jackson kindly cared for us

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	—Mar 9 <10> —
Returned to Provo. by morning
train.  This evening the regular
social party for the term was
given As usual it was held
under the auspices of the
Polysophical Society, but through
the illness of Bro Jos' Keeler who,
generally acts as Actuary in
our parties I had to take
personal charge.
	—Mar. 12—
The third term of the Academy
closed today under very
favorable auspices.
	—Mar. 13—
Went to Salt Lake City by
evening train on business
connected with the Academy
Scientific Dept. Attended theatre
at night. Stayed at Valley House
	—Mar 14— Sunday
I was appointed as a Home
Missionary to speak today in
Lehi: so I proceeded thither by
morning train from Salt Lake
City.	 Addressed meeting in
afternoon and evening; my
companion Elder Peay was unable
to accompany me on account
of illness.

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	Mar 15
Returned to Provo by early train.
Today we opened the fourth
term tenth academic year in
the academy. In evening ac-
acording to previous appoint-
ment I went to Springville and
lectured there on "History of the
Earth," with lantern illustrations.
Bro Jos Nelson accompanied me.
Returned home after lecture. Tired.
	Mar 17
According to a previous ap-
pointment, I went today to
Pleasant Grove and delivered
a lecture there in "History of
the Earth" under auspices of
the Improvement Associations.
Bro. Douglas M Todd, a student
of the Academy accompanied
me to manipulate the lantern.
I stayed with Grandma.
	Mar 18
Returned to Provo by early train
	Mar. 19
I have been desiring for some
time of visiting the Frisco
Mining District; and started
by rail today for that place.
Bro. Wilford Done accompanied me.
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and reached our destination
at 10.30 p.m. - a dreary ride
especially the latter part - so slow.
We were warmly received by
Bro. and Sister Holbrook - old
friends of Bro Done and myself.
		—Mar. 20—
Spent the day in visiting the
mines and places of interest
about Fusid in company with
Bro. Holbrook. Was successful
in enriching my cobuit by a
number of additions. Stayed at
night. at house of Bro. John Peters S
- the Railraod againt - so as
to be on time for an early start.
	—Mar 21—
Left Fusci at 4 a.m after
a very enjoyable and profitable
visit. After a steady rude
reached home again at 4.15 p.m
	—Mar 26—
Went to Salt Lake City by evening
train. Attended Theatre: stopped
at Valley House.
	—Mar 27—
Spent day in Deseret Museum.
secured a number of duplicate
specimens of m[--]i[-]logical and
geological importance. Stayed
at Greenig House at night.

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—March 28— Sunday
Returned home by early train.
Attended meetings as usual, this
day being the date of the Quarterly
Conference of the Y. P. M. I. A. of the
stake.
		—April 2—
Have been desirous for some time
of visiting the Detroit region in
Millard Co. Utah; as I have been
informed of peculiar geological
formations in that locality. So
according to a previous understanding
I left Provo today by early
train, and proceeded south to
Deseret: at which place I was
met by Bros. J. F. Noyco and
Wells Mc Bride of Fillmore. All of
us started same evening by
team intending to reach "Hot
Springs" — at a distance of
25 miles. By mistake however
we took the wrong road,
and found ourselves at length in
Mud Lake. We kept on
however till nearly 2 a.m. when
having found a tolerably dry
spot we camped.
		—April 3—
Rose early; and found ourselves
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Hot Springs. We proceeded thither
immediately; took breakfast and
spent considerable time examining
the Springs and surroundings: then
went at once forward to Drum
Springs - a distance of 30 miles.
Spent afternoon examining the
region: then one of our party
took the team and conveyance
around to Detroit Camp, and
myself and the other proceeded
across the mountain to the same
place. Spent rest of day in
the mines. Were kindly received
and treated by the miners. Enjoyed
the novelty of camping out
during a snow storm today.
		—April 4—
Sunday. today. but by force of
circumstances we find ourselves
compelled to travel. Proceeded
to Krafts House near the
Sevier River. Lost the way
again and reached destination
about 10 p.m.
		—April 5—
Rose early and proceeded to
Deseret. Our trip has been an
eminently successful one and to
me a highly enjoyable one. I have
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Took train and reached home
at 4 p.m. Yesterday and today
the annual session of the
General Conference of the Church
has been held at Provo. I
regret the necessity of my absence
	—April 6—
Attended Conference. By request
of the presiding officer- Apostle
Richards I read a part of
the Epistle addressed to the
L. D. S.'s in Conference assembled from
the First Presidency of the Church.
Attended theatre in evening
	—April 7—
Conference closed today. By previous
appointment I proceeded tonight
to Spanish Fork and there
delivered my lecture on "Birth and
Growth of Earth" under the
auspices of the Improvement
Associations. Went by evening train
Bro. D. M. Todd, a student of the Academy
accompanying me. We stayed at
the residence of Bro. Geo. Brimhall
		—April 8—
Returned to Provo by early train
		—April 10—
Today the B. Y. Academy Board of
Trustees assembled: and the
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viz. Bros. Don Carlos Young, John Q.
Cannon and myself were duly installed
Mention of such action of the heirs of
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The financial condition of the B. Y. 
Academy is at present a deplorable
one; but we trust all will be 
finally made right.
		—April 11—	Sunday
Presided at, and addressed the
Missionary Meeting in the Academy
today. Also addressed the evening
meeting in Third Ward by call
of the Bishop.
		—April 12—
According to previous promise
delivered a lecture before the
Young Men's & Young Ladies' Mutual
Improvement Associations of Third Ward 
on "Likes and Dislikes."
		—April 15—
According to previously-made
appointment I left today for a
trip to the Tintic Mining Region
accompanied by nine of my most
advanced students. They travelled
in wagon; I and Bro Jos Nelson
one of our teachers on horseback.
I had promised to deliver a 
lecture in Goshen for some
time, and having to pass through

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Goshen on the way to T[--]tic,
I had appointed the lecture for
this evening. The lantern and
apparatus necessary for the
lecture were in the wagon. Bro
Nelson and myself reached
Goshen at 7.30 p.m. and
learned that the advertised
time of the lecture was 8.30.
This was a partial relief to
my anxiety ; and I suggested the
dispatching of a fast team to
meet the wagon of our party
which could travel but slowly.
Such suggestion was not acted
upon till a very late hour, the
authorities feeling sure that our
wagon would arrive. The Meeting
house was very early filled to
overflowing ; and I felt in a
sad state of anxiety. To add to
such a feeling, I accidentally observed
money being paid for admission
at the door, and learned upon
enquiry that a small fee had
been charged; the authorities in-
tending to present me with the
proceeds. I firmly declined to
accept, and insisted on the
money being returned; which
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shortly before ten o'clock, and the
people voted them to stop to
the lecture. The subject was
"Birth and Growth of Earth"
and I believe was deeply appreciated.
In my anxiety to cut the lecture
short owing to the lateness of the
hour I spoke about half an
hour longer than usual. The
party arrived at 11 o'clock.
Bro Nelson and myself stayed at
the residence of Bro. Peter O Chilbury:
and the students camped.
	—April 16—
Rose early and started. We
proceeded to Homansville, and
examined the stamp mills at
that place- though they are now still
Then went on to Eureka. Presented
a note of introduction to Captain
Day who is in charge of the Beck
and Bullion Mines; and was kindly
received. We were shown through
the principal passes of the mines
and given every opportunity to collect
specimens.	In evening we drove
to the Mammoth Mine and there
camped. In order to economise time
we explored the cave after nightfall—
as it is dark in there at all
times. We stayed till near midnight

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and collected a great number of
specimens. 
	   —April 17—
Rose early and spent first part
of day examining Mammoth Mine
and its vicinity and in collecting
specimens. We found here fine specimens
of Copper ores & of crystallized Celeste 
and Spar. At noon we moved
on to Silver City; and spent some
time in the Riter Iron Mines. I 
attempted to climb the straight face
of a cliff - some 50 feet high, to
obtain specimens of Limonite stalac-
tites, showing themselves there, and
discovered that I am decidedly unfitted
for the life of an acrobat. My wrist
proved too weak to support my body on
the rope. However I obtained the
specimens. In afternoon we
drove to the Utah County Iron 
Association Mines and in the 
evening proceeded to Goshen again.
A performance by the Home Dramatic
Company was presented tonight and
our entire party was invited.
After this — at 11 pm some of the
party expressed their desire of starting
home at once, as travelling on the
sabbath could then be possibly
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we started much against the wishes
of the good people of Goshen who
seemed sincerely pleased to have us
with them. Before we had been
a half hour on the road a storm
broke over us and soon the roads
were converted into lines of mud
holes. I suffered severely with the
cold too; and was so fatigued
as to fall asleep on my horse
several times. We reached Payson
at 3 a.m. of April 18 – Sunday.
and being exceedingly cold and
tired decided to rest here; so having
provided for our animals we invaded
a large barn – I don't know whose –
and slept in the hay till 6 a m.
We arose then and by 6.30 were
again on the March. The storm
still continued but we pushed on.
Bro Nelson & myself reached Provo
safe & sound but very much worn
out at 11 a.m. and the party
arrived at 2 p.m.	  The trip
has been a valuable, though rather
a hard one.
Spent afternoon in resting and
in evening attended meeting.
			April 23
Delivered a lecture before the
Polysophical Society on Fertilization of Flowers.

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               —April 25—
Having been appointed to speak
as Home Missionaries in Alpine,
Elder Peay and myself went there today
We left Provo by team early and 
returned in evening. Addressed the
Sunday School and regular meeting
               —April 29—
Some few days ago (April 23) I
wrote to Pres. John Taylor, acquainting
him with my intentions of going 
East again to continue my studies
according to advice received from
some of the Apostles (Oct 19 last) and asked
for final instructions. Today
an informed meeting of the teachers
of the Academy with the Board
of Trustees took place and the
prospect for future success in
the B. Y. Acaademy was discussed
Circumstances just now are not
very reassuring, and there has 
been a feeling growing that the
institution ought to suspend.
I informed the Board of my
anxiety to see the Academy
progress, and that I felt to
postpone my plans of returning
East till the present cloud over-
hanging the institution should pass
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President of the Church.– I trust
all will be well
			April 30
Delivered an evening lecture in
the Polysophical Society of the
Academy in response to a written
request from a large number of
students on "What to do till
the doctor comes."
			May 1
Attended monthly Stake Priesthood
Meeting in morning.
In afternoon a meeting of the 
B.Y.A. Board of Trustees was
held, at which a discussion
arose as to the practicability of
continuing the B. Y. Academy
in its present indebted con-
dition. I for one should deeply
regret its suspension or discon-
tinuance, but the outlook is a
dark one. The matter was left in
an undecided state till the next
meeting; in the mean time
Prest Taylor is to be communicated
with.
			May 2		Sunday
Addressed the B.Y.A. Missionary
Meeting in morning and the
regular Stake meeting in
afternoon.

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			May 6
Delivered an address before the
B. Y. Academy Polysophical Society
in answer to the question:– "Does
modern science lead to infidelity?
			May 8
Visited Springville today having
learned that crystals of Pyrite
altered to Hematite had been
found near that place. Bro.
Jos Nelson accompanied me
We were met at Springville by
Bro. Philip Houtz, a student
who had promised to accompany
us. We went to Kolob Flats –
– a very high & difficult climb.
but were rewarded by securing
some fine specimens.
			May 9		Sunday.
Addressed Missionary Meeting
in morning.
			May 14
Tonight the last session of the
Polysophreal Society was held
An interesting programme had
been prepared, and everything
passed in excellent style.
			May 16		Sunday
Went to American Fork in
capacity of Home Missionary
in company with Elder Peay.

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	We addressed Sunday School,
and afternoon meeting, and returned
to Provo in evening
			May 21
Today the B. Y. Academy closed
its tenth Academic year. The
commencement exercises were highly
successful in design and execution.
My sister Sarah was among the
graduating Normal students. Gov.
West, the newly appointed Governor
of the Territory was present and
addressed the assembly. In
afternoon a social gathering of
students was held, picnic,
speech making etc. being the order
of the day. The year has been
a prosperous one. The present con-
dition of affairs cause me to
anxiously though perhaps uneasily
wish to know what the next
year will bring forth.
In evening by request and
invitation of the Stake authorities
of the Improvement Associations
I went in company with Bro.
J B Keeley to Springville, and
addressed a meeting of the young
people of that place. Returned
home in evening after dismissal
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			May 23	   Sunday
Was sent by the Presidency of Stake
to Goshen to attend a conference
of the Young People's Improvement
Associations. Went to Sa[-]t again
by Rail, thence to Goshen by road.
Addressed afternoon and evening
meetings. Stayed at residence of
Bro Morgan
			May. 24
Visited the Salt Springs and
alkaline deposits North of Goshen
Returned to Provo in evening.
Attended a called meeting of
the High Council in evening
			May 25
In company with Father I paid
a visit to Grandma today in
Pleasant Grove. There is consider-
able temple work to be done in
our family and as Grandma's
health is failing, and her life
really uncertain she is anxious
to see such attended to at once.
I regret to record that Father
(whose proper right and duty it
is to cooperate with his mother
in such labors) has been for
some time slightly backward in
Church duties, and he resigns now
all claim in the matter of working

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for our dead relatives in the ordinances
of God to myself. It was arranged
that Grandma and I should start as
early as possible to Logan temple.
			May 26
Obtained recommend to Temple
from the bishop of our Ward.
In evening went to S. L. City.
Stayed in company with Bro.
H. H. Cluff at Valley House.
			May 27
Attended today by invitation
the Commencement Exercises of
the Deseret University. They were
interesting and successful.
In afternoon at invitation of
the Proprietor, Bro. Cluff. Bro.
Watson Dusenberry and myself
visited the "Hot Springs" owned
and utilized by Bro. John Beck.
He is a remarkable man; and
he and I represent extremes in
one aspect of human nature. He
is a born business man; the
details of business are to him as
the air of life – to me they
are unendurable. He counts
projects of thousands of dollars
import as every day occurrences.
Such engagements as his would
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evening, Bro. Cluff and myself
again repaired to Valley House
			May 28
Returned to Provo In afternoon
rode to Pleasant Grove, and made
definite plans with Grandma
to start tomorrow to Logan.
A scientific trip which I had
planned before the Logan journey
was anticipated has to be
postponed. I regret that part
of the proposed party started
South yesterday, thinking
that I would overtake them
by train. Telegraphed today
that I could not be present
			May 29
Was informed by Prest. Smoot
today that the preliminaries
for our entrance to the Temple
could not be arranged for so
early a start as we had hoped,
and that our trip would be
better postponed a week. Im-
mediately on receipt of this
I telegraphed the students forseeing
the party for the proposed
geological trip to await me
at Nephi; then took train
to Pleasant Grove & informed
Grandma of the postponement,

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and returned to Provo in afternoon
Was extremely busy during
afternoon, but about 7 p.m, in
company with one of my students,
Bro. Brigham Smoot, I started
horseback south to overtake the
party. Reached Spanish Fork
and remained there- at a private
boarding house- all night
	—May 30— Sunday.
I am heartily opposed to travel
or labor on the sabbath day,
but still think circumstances
may justify such; the
sabbath was made for man,
and not man for the sabbath
In order to catch our party we
must travel today. So we
made an early start and after
a hard ride reached Nephi at
12 m.  Found Bro. Jos. Nelson
here awaiting us. We
proceeded in afternoon to Juab,
where we overtook the rest
of our party, who had not been
stopped at Nephi. We number
five in all.	Camped at Juab
Lake.	Today has been a day
of hard riding to me as a novice
in the practice. We covered about
60 miles.

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	—May 31.—
We had originally contemplated a
trip to Millard County, and a
visit to the Topaz Mts, there
and other places of interest, but as
I have so little spare time
we changed our plans and bent
our course toward the Sevier
River Country. We made a 50
mile travel and camped at night
at Salina, Sevier County, passing
en route through Fayette
and Gunnison.
		—June 1—
Rose early and passed at
once to Salina Cañon where we
camped for breakfast. Spent
considerable time in exploring the
region and collecting specimens. I
could scarcely imagine a region
of so limited extent furnishing
a greater variety of geological
specimens. Within half a mile
will be found immense deposit
of salt and gypsum, together
with sandstone, limestone, crystallized
calcite, breccias and all kinds
of conglomerates, volcanic rocks,
granites, syenites and other meta-
morphic varieties, coal, alum
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after part of day to Mayfield
and there camped.
			June 2
Started early, and visited Frink's
Lake. This is an artificially
formed body of water high
in the hills, covering about 160
acres. A steam boat, row boats
& pleasant surroundings generally
add to the attractiveness The
proprietor was kind and obliging.
I obtained some valuable and
beautiful geodes of quartz from
him. Proceeded later to Manti
and secured an admit to the temple.
We all passed through. This
splendid structure is nearing
completion. We visited and explored
the rock quarries in the neighborhood
and drove in evening to Moroni,
where we stayed at residence
of Bro. Nelson.
			June 3
Drove to Indianola in
Thistle Valley via Mount
Pleasant and Fairview, exploring
on the way. Our collections
are by no means confined to
the Mineral Kingdom; we
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snakes and reptiles generally.
In afternoon drove to point about
4 miles beyond Indianola and
camped. In evening part of our
company indulged in a deer
stalking exercise, for we
needed meat provisions in camp,
but they were unsuccessful.
			June 4
Broke camp early. Bro. Smoot
and myself hastened on.
He left me at Spanish Fork
and went to Goshen while
I continued on home. Arrived
at 11.30 a.m. after a 30 mile ride.
The party reached Provo safely at
4 p.m. The trip is unanimously
voted a success; but the exposure
to wind and sun has made
my face extremely sore. Spent
afternoon in making preparations
for our proposed Logan journey.
			June 5
In afternoon started by railroad
to Logan. Was joined at Pleasant
Grove by Grandma and we
proceeded to Salt Lake City.
Stayed at residence of Aunt
Annie.
			June 6	Sunday
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Logan at 1.40 p.m all right
Grandma has stood the fatigues
of the trip right well. We
followed a trustworthy recommenda-
tion received before leaving home, and
took quarters at the residence of
Sister Harriet Parry. Attended
fifth ward meeting in evening
		—June 7—
Made application for entrance
at the temple. Found my
own Recommend properly endorsed
and filed, so I was at once ad-
mitted: but grandma's had failed
to reach its destination, and
she was consequently unable
to enter. I regret the hindrance
very much: but such delays
are at all times liable to
occur. I telegraphed to the authorities
at Salt Lake City. Made
necessary registration of intended
work at temple.
		—June 8—
Engaged all day in Temple
Work according to my "Record."
Grandma's Recommend not to
hand
		—June 9— "10 "11"
Ditto. Telegraphed again regard-
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	   		June 10
Engaged as yesterday – This
evening Grandma's recommend
arrived by mail
			June 11
Finished labor according to
present plans. Was accompanied
today by Grandma
			June 12
Proceeded by early train to
Salt Lake City. Stayed at
Aunt Annie's    In evening
went to Garfield by Utah
and Nevada train to witness
the exploits of the renowned
Captain Boyton. Owing to the
rough condition of the lake
however he did not exhibit
and we returned thoroughly
drenched from the storms
			June 13 		Sunday
Returned by early train to
Provo, Grandma remaining at
Pleasant Grove. Addressed
First Ward meeting in evening
by call as a Home Missionary
			June 14
The Utah County Teachers'
Summer Institute opened its
session today, and I am
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Physics, Physiology & Hygiene
and Biology & Geology. My lectures
will cover two hours daily
I regret this break in our
vacation.
	Today also I attended a Brand
Meeting of the Directors of the
Academy, for discussing and
approving the lencular*** of the
coming years session. I have
as yet received no reply from
Prest Taylor regarding my
proposed trip east, so acting under
the advice of the local authorities,
and in view of the present somewhat 
precarious condition of the Academy (which
renders the engaging of new teachers
a somewhat embarassing circumstance)
I consented to retain my position
in the institution for the present.
My office in the Faculty will be
First Counsellor to the Principal.
Secretary of Faculty, Director
of Chemical Laboratory, and
Professor of Science and Phonography
		—June 15-16—
Labor progressed as usual in
Teacher's Institute
		—June 17—
Ditto- In evening went to Salt
Lake City, according to previous

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arrangement and delivered a 
lecture under the auspi[-]es of
the Salt Lake County Teachers'
Institute on "Economy". Stayed
at night with Bro. Geddes, one
of the teachers at the residence 
of Prest. Jos. F. Smith
		—June 18.—
Returned to Provo and fulfilled
duties in summer school.
		—June 19—
Spent forenoon with members of
the school of teachers on a trip
to the hills for scientific purposes
In evening proceeded to Salt Lake
City on business. As I did not
finish same till late I was
unable to call on Aunt Annie
so stayed at Valley House
		—June 20—    Sunday
Went in morning to Aunt's. According
to a previous invitation I addressed
the Tabernacle Congregation today.
This is the first time I have
had the pleasure (if the addressing of
an audience of Latter-day Saints)
in an extempore manner may be
deemed a pleasure) of speaking
in the large tabernacle. Felt
well, and sincerely trust good
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	June 21
Returned to Provo; labored as usual
	June 22
The Salt Lake newspapers, all, 
contain notices or reports of my
sermon last Sunday in the
tabernacle. The "Tribune"—the
rabid slang-speaking anti-Mormon
sheet (a paper which could not
live a month amongst a less
peaceable and law-abiding people
than the L.D.S's) contained a 
short though insulting reference
to my address in connection
with that of Apostle John
W. Taylor who followed my remarks
My friends and myself consider
such a notice in the Tribune
as a certificate of honor.
	June 24
Delivered an evening lecture,
supplemental to my regular
lectures before the Association
of Teachers on "Biology" at
the Boarding House.
	June 25
Took Field Club on an ex-
cursion for study.
	June 26
Attended theatre with Ma
and Sister Polly, and a friend of
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		—June 28—
Sister Sarah went today on
the farm with the Folks - Ever
since they have been living 
on the farm Sarah has
stayed at the old home and
"kept home" for me : but at present
it seems scarcely worth while
keeping two horses remaining for
—I was away from home a
great deal. She expects to teach
school next year, and will
then have to leave me anyway.
I commenced today to board
at our Academy Boarding
House - still sleeping at home
however - that I may properly
see to my books & things &
be able to read and study
under better circumstance than
would fall to my lot at
the Boarding House.
	—July 2—
The members of the summer
Institute had arranged an
"out" in the canons to take
place today. By general request
I accompanied them, although
I did not intend so to do till
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wagon into Provo cañon North
Fork and there camped.
		—July 3—
Spent greater part of day in
amusements and sport. Went fishing,
climbing, flower gathering, story
telling sleeping etc., without
any accident or ill occurrence
and in evening we all drove
merrily home.
		—July 4—	Sunday
Addressed tabernacle congregation
by call of the President.
Uncle Edgar arrived to day from
Salt Lake City for a little fishing
amusement tomorrow. He stays
with me of course at the 
Boarding House
		—July 5—
Today is a legal holiday – the
"Fourth" fell on Sunday.
About 1 a.m. – in fact before
that – just as soon as the 
sabbath had passed Uncle Edgar,
Bro Jos B Keeler and his brother-in
law Bro Joal Collier and
myself started for the fishing
grounds by team. We camped
on the banks of the river near
the mouth of the cañon, and
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We had very bad luck all
through. Uncle is a professional
fisher – he caught a single
trout 6 1/2 inches long. Amongst
such bad luck my own was
the best of the bad – I caught
two fine trout one weighing 1 pound
and the other more. We returned 
home at noon heartily tired
Uncle Edgar returned to Salt 
Lake in evening.
	July 9
The Teacher's Institute closed
its session today. On the
whole we must pronounce
the Institute a success. It
has accomplished a good work
and stimulated anew for study
Today we took a trip to
the lake & there enjoyed
a boat ride. Utah Lake is 
not well adapted for such
"outs"—the shore is so muddy.
We were partly devoured by
mosquitos.
	July 11
The arrangements made on
financial matters with the
Professors in the Summer School
were not definite. We agreed
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to the number of courses of
instruction given by each. We
had formed an opinion however
as to our probable renumeration.
My share proved to be $70 — which
was some less than had been
anticipated.
	The Board of Trustees of the
Academy met today to consider
the acceptance or rejection of
the new Circular " just out from
the press. The execution is so poor
and the printer's errors so
numerous that the Board
condemned the "Circular " and
ordered a new one printed. I
am to remain in town this
week if needed to revise proofs
etc.
	Today also the B.Y. A Boarding
House closed; it being now vacation.
I was compelled to move. Com-
menced boarding at Prof. Maeser's
still however sleeping at home.
	July 13
Today I the promised to visit
a party of the Young People Assn.
holding an excursion Conference
in Provo Canon. Sister Ottilie Maeser
& myself rode to the camp—about
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"out" . I addressed an evening
meeting for some time.
	July 14 <15>
Returned to Provo early morning.
Busy with Circulars.
Attended theatre in evening.
	July 16
"Circulars" are finally out from
press and in a greatly 
improved style.
	July 18	Sunday
By appointment from Prest.
Smoot Elder S. S. Jones and
myself went today to Mill
Fork as Home Missionaries.
We held Meeting in afternoon
and again in evening.
	July 19
Spent early part of day in
examining this locality; and
returned to Provo by afternoon
train.
	July 20
Attended the Peoples' Party
Primary Meeting for the
election of Delegates to County
Convention, and the nomination
of officers.
	July 21
Attended a Special session
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		July 22
Went to Salt Lake City with
Sister Sarah. She goes on a
visit to Aunt Annie.
		July 23
Returned to Provo. Attended
Theatre in evening
		July 24
This is the anniversary of the
entrance of the pioneers into
Utah Valley. Spent day quietly
		July 25		Sunday.
Preached in Third Ward in evening
in the capacity of a Home
Missionary.
		July 26
Attended regular meeting of High
Council in evening.
		July 27
Received permission from
the Executive Committee to
make certain improvements
in the Music Room converting
it into a Scientific Lecture
Room at the Academy. I
intend to arrange terraces in
the room and to place a well,
forcepump and tank in the
laboratory for a water supply
		July 31
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	   	August 1		Sunday.
Preached in the Fourth Ward
Provo, in capacity of Home
Missionary.
	  	August 5 7
Made a trip to Salt Lake
City to purchase chemicals
etc. for ensuing year's work.
Visited Sister Sarah and Aunt
Annie and found all well.
		Aug 6
Returned to Provo
		Aug. 7
Busy the entire week in
making preparations for school
work. My laboratory looks con-
siderably changed. Owing to the
low financial condition of the
Academy we were unable to
incur any great expense so
we had to work ourselves. I have
been steadily working from morning
till evening this week, but
feel repaid. My room is painted
& cleaned; the lecture room has
been fitted with terraced seats
etc; the tank water supply
is a grand success. Feel en-
couraged in the prospect of
a steady year's work. I
trust it will be a prosperous one.

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—August 8—      Sunday
Addressed Stake tabernacle
Congregation by call of the Presidency.
  	—Aug. 9—
The Academy opened its
session today for the Eleventh
Academic Year. The attendance
is far from large, though larger
than had been expected after
considering all circumstances.
We begin so very early in
the season just now that few
can commence with us, The
outlook is in general incouraging.
	—Aug. 10—	
My classes are all in running
order except Chemistry and
Physics. The students for these
classes must be tolerably well-
advanced, and we usually wait
a week before organizing. 
	—Aug. 14—
Our Polysophical Society has
been reorganized tonight Owing
to press of other work I was
compelled to give up the
Presidency of the society this
year. Bro. Jos. B Keeler takes the
position. Tonight I delivered an
introductory lecture on "Art -
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			Aug. 14
Today we drew one month's salary
from the Academy treasury. The
financial condition of the institution
is such that the back salaries
of teachers remain to a very
great extent unpaid. I am
owed nearly $800– on last year's
salary; and have a number of
pressing debts which I am
unable to pay. I have always
tried to avoid debts but sometimes
fail.
			Aug 15		Sunday.
Presided at the reorganization
of the B. Y. A. Missionary Meeting.
			Aug 22		Sunday
Week has passed in ordinary work.
Today, in company with Elder Peay
I visited the Fifth Ward Provo, and
preached there in capacity of
Home Missionary.
			Aug. 23
Went to Salt Lake City with
intention of bringing Sister Sarah
back – she is there visiting her
Aunt. Stayed at Aunt Annie's.
			Aug 24
Returned to Provo by early
train accompanied by Sister.
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		August 27
By previous request I delivered
a short lecture on "Mutual Improve-
ment" before a conjoint assembly
of the Young Men's and Young
Ladies' Associations.
		August 28
Went to Salt Lake City on
business connected with the Scientific
Dept. Stayed at Aunt Annie's.
In evening, Uncle Edgar and
myself went out to Beck's
Hot Springs; and enjoyed the
luxury of a bath therein
	   	August 29	Sunday.
By request of the presiding
authority I preached today in
the Large Tabernacle.
Also addressed the 20" Ward
Sabbath School.
		August 30
Returned to Provo by early train
		Aug. 31
The Salt Lake Tribune, the vile
Anti-Mormon sheet published
quite a lengthy, blasphemous
article purporting to be an
abstract of the remarks of
Elder Geddes who spoke after me
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and myself. I care nothing for
the personal abuse coming from
such a source: but I regret
such profane use of the name
of Deity Well; this state of
affairs cannot last forever.
	—September 3—
Delivered a short address on
"Earthquakes" before the Polysophical
Society. The subject is just now
of great interest; owing to the
terrible earthquake shocks through
the southern states notably in
South Carolina. The City of
Charleston is reported in ruins.
	—September 4—
This is the opening day of the
Quarterly Conference of Utah
Stake. Attended morning and
afternoon meetings, and in the 
evening the High Priests' Meeting.
		—Sept. 5— Sunday.
By call of the Stake Presidency I
addressed the Conference Congregation
today for short time. Was resustained
in my position of Alternate in the
High Council: and a Home Missionary
for the Stake.
		—Sept 8.—
Delivered the opening lecture
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Academy on "Fossils and Petrifactions"
		—Sept. 11—
Took the field club or as we
have decided to call it, the
"Scientific Club" on an excursion
into Rock Cañon. We went to
mouth of cañon by train; then
proceeded on foot; and were
met at mouth again at
night. A very successful and
enjoyable day.
		—Sept 12—	Sunday.
Presided at the B. Y. A. Mission-
ary Meeting in morning.
		—Sept 15—
Made quite an interesting discovery
today. The city authorities have
undertaken to level part of
East Main Street: and one of
the men in working ploughed
up a few fragments of bone,
which proved on examination
to be human. I had my attention
called to the matter and commenced
digging with students; we found
several fragments of bone, some
implements such as stone arrow
heads, skinning knives, grinding mills
etc. There are people living
within –10– yards of the spot who
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		Sept. 17
Having received an invitation
from certain friends in Payson
to visit the cañons near that
place   I left Provo today
by afternoon freight train
accompanied by three of the
students of my classes. We
were met at Payson with
conveyance and immediately
proceeded to mouth of
Santaquin Cañon where we
camped for the night.
		Sept 18
Rose early and make examination
of the hills  ;  found a couple of
Indian mounds though they
had been rifled before; but
within them we found some
few trinkets, drinking vessels
bones etc. After breakfast
we proceeded to the upper
Cañon; explored the hills, and
returned to mouth of cañon
and camped.
		Sept 19		 Sunday
Rose early: drove to Payson
stayed at residence of Bishop
Tanner     Returned to Provo by
evening train. Addressed the
Third Ward Meeting at night.

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		Sept. 21
Birthday. Twenty-four years 
old today. The years now
pass as months once seemed to
– all too quick for my tardy
way of administering in the
affairs of life. Today I was
made the recipient of a
handsome present of fruit &
flowers from some ladies of
the Academy. I appreciate the
gift for the way and cause
of its presentation.
		Sept 22
Today I started with the greater
part of the gentlemen scientific
students on a prearranged
trip to the Tintic Mining District
Such undertakings are attended
by much labor and to me also
by anxiety for the safety of the
party, and the success of the
expedition; but the beneficial
effect of this kind of practical
study is beyond question. While
still a school student of the
sciences, years ago I promised myself
that if ever I should be a teacher
of such branches to others I would
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such has always been of
importance in my eyes We
started about 3 p.m; most
of the students in wagons,
Bro Jos. Nelson and myself
horseback. Proceeded a little
beyond Payson and camped by
the farm of Bro. Hancock
whose great kindness toward us
must not be forgotten.
		Sept 23
Started at day-break. Camped
for breakfast near "Goshen
dam." I entered a house by
which we camped enquiring
about feed for our animals
and found there an elderly lady
– Sister Sarah Roberts – very ill
of "Mountain Fever." At her
special request I called the
elders of our party and administered
the ordinance to her; and
her immediate gain of strength
and restoration to health was a
strong manifestation of the power
of God.	   We proceeded on to
the Utah Valley Iron Mines. Stayed
here 2 or 3 hours collecting specimens,
and examining formations. Then
marched on to Silver City; met
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held an introduction in writing
from a gentleman in Provo. We
were kindly received and treated.
Spent time till dark at the
Dragon Mines; and obtained very
valuable specimens Then drove
to the Mammoth Hill and camped.
To save time it was decided
to explore the Mammoth Cave
tonight: This was done; we
stayed in the cave till near
midnight and collected some
very fine and valuable specimens
		—Sept. 24—
Rose early: explored the hill.
By courtesy of the Supt. we
were then permitted to enter
the Mammoth Mine. Here too
we collected valuable samples.
About noon broke camp and
went to Eureka. Were kindly
received by a representative of
the Supts of the Beck,
Bullion, & Eureka Mines and
these we explored to our
heart's content. In evening
drove to goshen. Camped.
	  —Sept 25—
Made very early drive to Santaquin.
Here I met Bro. Otto Malmberg
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We proceeded to the mouth
of Santaquin Cañon and
while the students were engaged
in explorations Bro. Malmberg
and I visited a mound in
the neighborhood and found
buried almost an entire Indian
skeleton. This will be of great
assistance to me in my
teaching.	Spent afternoon inopening some reported Indian
mounds, but with indifferent
success. Drove home in
evening. Reached home about
10 p-m. very tired; but thankful
for so safe and successful a
trip and for the uniformly
courteous treatment we have
received.
	—Sept 26— Sunday
Preached in capacity of Home
Missionary in company with
my companion Elder Charles Glazier
in the First Ward Provo City.
	—Sept 27—
Attended regular meeting of the
High Council.
	—Sept 30—
Received request from the Utah
County Teacher's Convention to
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before the Association monthly, on
"Stimulants and Narcotics."
		Oct. 1
Delivered a lecture before the
Polysophical Society on "Our
loves and our hates"
		October 2
Delivered a lecture before the
Utah Co-Teacher's Association –
the first of the series on
"Stimulants vs. Foods."
	Attended Theater in company
with Bro. Maeser and some of
his family. I fancy I am
growing ascetic in my feelings
toward some things. It is
long since I have appreciated
a dramatic representation though
I used to be deeply affected by such.
The style of theatrical representa-
tion now is I regret to say of the
foolishly sensational order. Such
are not copies of life.
		Oct 3		Sunday
Presided at and addressed the
Missionary Meeting at the Academy
today.
		October 8
Delivered an address before
the Polysophical Society on "The
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respecting the adulteration of
food."
		October 10		Sunday
Preached in the Second Ward Provo
by appointment as a Home
Missionary.
			Oct 15
Delivered an address before the
B. Y. A. Polysophical Society on
"The Evils of Gum Chewing."
			Oct 16
Delivered a lecture before the
Utah Co. Teacher's Convention on
"The Tea and Coffee Habit"
			Oct 17		Sunday
Addressed the Congregation in
the Stake Meeting by call of 
the President.
			Oct 19
According to previous arrangement
delivered a lecture tonight before
the Third Ward Young People's
Association on "Life in a Great City."
		October 24	 Sunday
Was appointed as Home Missionary
today to preach in Third Ward,
but was excused for the present
on account of illness. I became
somewhat affected yesterday by
injurious vapors in the Laboratory,
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		Oct. 25
Some apprehension is felt for the
future of the B. Y. Academy. It
is at present in a very great
state of financial embarrassment
The matter was talked of tonight
in the regular High Council
Meeting    Such great expenses
have had to be incurred since
the fire to prepare temporary
quarters for occupancy, that
the financial condition and
outlook are undoubtedly discourag-
ing. I should regard the closing
of the institution as a great
calamity. Other religious sects are
able to sustain institutions of
learning in great numbers, but
we find difficulty in making
even a slight effort in such
direction. I trust all will be
well. The matter is to be
further considered.
		October 27
Delivered a lecture before the
Scientific Club on "Spontaneous
Generation."
		October 29
By special request delivered a
lecture on sp[---] "Artificial
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experimental demonstrations before
the Polysophical Society.
	—October 31"— Sunday.
Preached in Third Ward as
a Home Missionary. The ap-
pointment was made for
last Sabbath but I was
excused owing to indisposition
	—Nov. 2—
A special meeting of the
High Council was called
tonight to consider the
present condition of the B.
Y. Academy. A commitee
was appointed to confer
with the Board of Trustees
at an early date
	—Nov. 3—
Went to Salt Lake City
on special business con-
nected with the Scientific
Dept. After disposing of
business, by previous invita-
tion I called on Sister Lucy
B. Young, and her daughter
of the late Prest. B. Young. They
kindly presented me a
lot of over 50 gold fish, just
arrived from the Sandwich
Islands. I appreciate the kind

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feelings prompting the present as
well as the handsome specimens
themselves. I shall hope for good
luck in keeping them; which
I understand is not always obtained.
Stayed at residence of Sister
Young all night.
		—Nov 4—
Returned to Provo by early train,
all well and happy, fish ✓
included.
		—Nov. 7—Sunday.
Presided at and addressed the
B. Y. A. Missionary Meeting.
		—Nov. 10—
Delivered a lecture before the
B. Y. A. Mathematical Club on
"The Metric System of Weights
and Measures."
		—Nov. 12—
Went to Salt Lake City to
obtain material for Scientific
Dept, by afternoon train. Stayed
at Valley House.
		—Nov 13—
Returned to Provo by early
morning train. In afternoon
discharged the painful duty of
preaching at the funeral services
of Sister Maria Johnson, a former
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	Nov. 14	  Sunday
Preached by appointment as
Home Missionary in the
Fourth Ward Provo.
	Nov. 15
Circumstances have been for
some time threatening and today
they compelled me to take a
step which is not in accordance
with my wishes. Since July 11 last,
I have been boarding at the
residence of Prof. Maeser and
I have become greatly at home
there. His house is situated
at a considerable distance
from my study & sleeping room
and I lose considerable time in
going to & fro. As a result I have
had to break off my pleasant 
associations there and today I
commenced to board at the
residence of Bro. B. W. Diggs Jr
– situated on the same block
as my home.
	Tonight I attended a lecture
by Wad El Ward a Jewish or 
rather a Levite traveller; one
who rendered the party of
Palestine tourists from Utah great
assistance. His subject tonight
"Realities of Oriental Life"

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Bro. Maeser <has> gone to Salt Lake City to
superintend the organization of
a new Stake Academy there; and I
take charge of the institution here.
He expects to be back in a week
		Nov. 16
Attended the second lecture by
Wad El Ward  " tonight on "Jerusalem."
		Nov 19
Delivered a lecture before the
B.Y.A. Polysophical Society illustrated
with lantern views on "The Sun
Moon and Stars."
		Nov. 20
Tonight a meeting of the High
Council was called to consider
the present condition of the
B. Y. Academy, and to devise
means if possible for its
perpetuity. Financially the
institution is seriously embarrassed.
I can speak for myself better
than for another; and I have
been unable to draw more than
30% of my last year's salary, and
of course am heavily in debt.
However it is my intention (DV.)
to remain with the Academy for
the present year if possible in
any way at all.
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was expressed to carry on the
institution at all hazards. For
some reason Provo has long been
oblivious to the work being
done in that institution. We
get scarcely any patronage for
Provo. At present there are
upwards of 70 students in the
upper departments; and only 3
from Provo; and this state of
affairs is no exception at all.
The President of the stake was
outspoken in his determination
to see the institution sustained;
and said that the progress
and development of Provo
was concerned in the present
question. A committee which
had previously been appointed
for the purpose reported a
recommendation that the
business men of Provo be
invited to meet with the
High Council at an early
date to consider the matter.
Provo is deeply interested if
she but knew it, in the
progress of the institution,
since some $45,000 are
thrown into circulation in
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The matter was not settled
in tonight's meeting, and an
adjoinment was ordered
till tomorrow.
	Nov. 21	Sunday
Presided at and addressed
the Missionary Meeting at
the Academy in the morning.
In the afternoon the adjourned
Council Meeting convened again.
The question as to the advisa-
bility of asking donations from 
the people for the Academy
while the institution is in 
its present position, as regards
government was discussed.
According to the terms of
the Deed of Trust from Prest.
Brigham Young, he during
his life, and after him his
heirs and assigns held the
appointing power of the Board 
and a general supervising
authority over the whole
institution. No one would be
more pleased to see the
Academy placed, as a Church
School should be, under the
controling power of the
living priesthood than
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times and circumstances just 
now are propitious for a 
profitable discussion of the
question; since to take
steps toward a rearrange-
ment of the institution in
such regard would be to
say the least to retard the
immediate raising of means
which would seem to be the
only hope there is of carrying
on the school. The part 
of the report calling for a 
joint ruling of the High
Council and the representa-
tive men of Provo was
adopted and the meeting has
been set for an early date.
	Nov. 25
This day has been designated
by the President of the United
States, and also by the 
Governor of the Territory of
Utah as a day of Thanksgiving.
We adjourned session of the 
Academy; today; and by
petition of the students tomorrow
was also granted as a
holiday.
	Nov. 27
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of the Utah Stake of Zion convened.
I attended regular meeting morning and
afternoon and Priesthood Meeting
in evening.
	Nov. 28		Sunday
Continuation of Conference. I was
resustained today in my old
positions of Alternate in High
Council and Home Missionary,
and was also called to act as
Assistant Stake Superintendent of
Sabbath Schools.
	Nov. 29
Tonight certain business and
other representative men of Provo
were invited to meet with the
High Council to consider the
present status of the B. Y. Academy
The object was explained in the
early part of the meeting and
the spirit of carrying on the
resolutions of the Council was
unanimous. A beneficiary fund
was established; the donors to
hold the right of nominating new
pupils to attend to the amount
of contribution. In a few minutes
the brethren subscribed $1117.50, and
$1200– is estimated to be sufficient
to defray expences for coming year.
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$25– myself, it was all I
could possibly raise.
		Dec. 5		Sunday
By appointment Elder Glazier and
I preached as Home Missionaries
in Provo Fifth Ward today.
		Dec. 12		Sunday
Preached in Third Ward Evening
Meeting by request of Bishop.
		Dec. 17
According to a previously accepted
invitation I went to Salt Lake
City this evening and delivered
my lecture on "The Birth and
Growth of the Earth" with lantern
illustrations before the "20" Ward
Institute." The audience was
a flattering one, both as regards
size and quality.
I stayed at the residence. of
Bro. C. W. Stayner.
		Dec 18.
Spent day in business. Visited
Aunt Annie; and the house
being somewhat crowded I
stayed this night at the
Valley House.
		Dec 19		Sunday
By request of Prest. Cannon
I addressed the Congregation
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Stayed over night at my Aunt's.
		—Dec. 20—
Returned to Provo by early train
and resumed labors in the
Academy.
		—Dec. 22—
Closing exercises for the term
took place at the B.Y. Academy
today. We close two days earlier
than had been expected, on
petition of the students who
are especially anxious to hury
home.
	This evening according
to previous invitation I proceeded
to Salt Lake City and delivered
a lecture before the students'
Society of the University of
Deseret on "Our Likes and our
Dislikes."
		—Dec. 23—
Returned to Provo
		—Dec. 25—
Christmas day. I went today early
to the Farm to spend all day;
but it proved to be no day
of enjoyment. Father has
been unwell for a long time
– he is suffering the effects.
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his condition is very bad. Under
such circumstances too his mind
is affected, and he deeply feels
slight troubles, and imagines many
that have no real existence. He is
naturally highly excitable, and when
under such "spells" is completely at
the mercy of his passion. He wishes
to be left alone when suffering so.
That he was in such a state
was a heavy shock to myself,
as I had expected to find
him well. Returned to Provo
in early evening.
		Dec 26		Sunday
Addressed the Third Ward Meeting
by call of Bishop.
		Dec. 27
Attended regular monthly meeting
of the High Council
		Dec 28
I have been desirous for some time
of visiting the Bingham Mining
District, and an opportunity
has presented itself. A student
in the Scientific Course, Bro. John
Hansen by name, resides at
South Jordan, Salt Lake Co. He and
his folks have invited me to visit
them at their home, and make
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I secured letters of introduction to
influential men in Bingham
from prominent Provo men, and
went by train this afternoon
to Draper. Bro Hansen met me 
there, and we drove to South
Jordan. Bro. Hansen Sr. received
me kindly. They are a good old
Danish family, highly hospitable
and kind. Sister Hansen is
a motherly dame, to whom it
appears a true pleasure to
do somebody a kindness.
The Ward authorities, hearing of 
my intended visit had sent me
an invitation to lecture. I complied
with my lecture on the "Earth", for
which purpose I had taken
the lantern and views with me.
The house was crowded; and a
hearty vote of thanks was rendered.
People living in such out-of-the
-way places as this appreciate
anything out of the ordinary and
monotonous run.
	Dec. 29
Rose early; and soon after five
o'clock—long before day break of
day of course—Bro. Hansen and my-
self were in the saddle, starting
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Sister Hansen was up before us and
had a hot breakfast prepared.
Our ride was a pleasant one, and
a trip proved eminently successful.
We visited some 8 mines, and obtained
valuable specimens; some of which we
took with us in saddle bags; and
others we left to be shipped. We
experienced almost every kind of 
weather; but I fear no serious
results from the exposure.
On crossing a mountain situated
S.W. of Bingham on our homeward
journey – just before dark, Iwe ob-
served a phenomenon which is
usually common hereabouts, though 
seldom is it as perfectly shown 
as on this occasion  We found 
ourselves high above a stratum
of clouds, upon the upper
surface of which we could look
down as on the face of a lake. The
valley was completely filled with the
clouds. We reached Bro Hansen's house
at 9 o'clock at night – tired but
pleased with the result of the days
out.
		—Dec. 30—
Bro. Hansen took me in a buggy
to Draper, at which place I took 
train and reached Provo at 1 p.m.

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In the afternoon I took train again
and went to Salt Lake City
and ordered scientific supplies for
the coming term. Stayed at
the Greening House
		—Dec. 31—
Rose early and visited the Glass
Works, but labor is for the present
suspended there for repairs.
Was favored today with a
renewal of my pass over the
Utah Central Railway for the
year 1887. Were it not for the
kindness of the Railway officials
I would be unable to travel as I
can do under present conditions.
Returned to Provo by noon train
		—1887—
            —January 1.—
And now we are called to witness
the arrival of a new member of
the royal dynasty of Trine, and
to do homage to the monarch.
Will it be a year of peace or
of trouble to the people of God?
1886 has been of the latter kind
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If my life be spared to write "1888"
as a heading in my diary, I 
wonder what tales I will have
to tell? I feel no alarm for the
destiny of this people, but as
the prophets have spoken, there are
dark days ahead.
	Visited folks on farm. Father is 
better able to be around again
and I spent a happy day on the
whole.
	   —January 2.—  Sunday.
Attended an informal meeting
of the B. Y. A. Board of Trustees,
held perforce on the sabbath
to consider certain matters of
arrangement for the ensuing
term. Attended regular meetings
		—Jan 3—
Second term of the Academy
began today. The attendance
is somewhat increased. My
labors are practically the
same as last term; with
the exception of additional
classes being organized in
Domestic Science and Agriculture
These courses were introduced
last year as an experiment and
proved a gratifying success; and
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be repeated this year. I recog-
nise more and more continually
the necessity of practical in-
struction being given on "every-
day" matters.
	In the evening I visited the
farm to enquire regarding a
little matter in which my
Sister Sarah is interested. She
has been teaching in the Ward,
in which the folks live, "Tim-
panogos Ward as it is now
called – since the beginning
of the present school year and
according to all reports that
have reached me seemed to
be succeeding well. I now hear
that the trustees have been
negotiating for another teacher,
saying that she has lost her
influence with the children
owing to her flightiness in
conduct with the boys, showing
partiality, and other charges of
a similar nature. At father's
earnest request I took Sister
this evening to the house of the
Senior trustee, and sent for
the other trustees and asked the
gentlemen for a full explanation.
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lack of principle in the constitu-
tion of some men. The action
has been taken by one trustee – Mr.
Jesse Knight – independently of
the others; and negotiations for
a change in teachers have
been prosecuted by him for some
weeks past – in secret; he all
the while openly professing
a warm support for my Sister,
and even proposing a rise
in her salary. A full explanation
of his action is to be found
in the fact that he is a
member of the infamous organiza-
tion recently established in
this Territory under the rediculous-
ly contradictory name of the
"Utah Loyal League"– an in-
stitution formed with the avowed
object of taking the governing
powers in all matters of public
interest from the hands of the
Mormon people who form the majority
of the Utah population, and of
placing the same under the
control of the minority party or
Gentiles
	My statements to the
Trustees as to the reports which
had come to my ears were

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revelations to the remaining two
officers and they now threaten
a proceeding against Mr Knight
for acting on his own accord in
such a matter. I can fully exoner-
ate Sarah from any seroius charges,
but not from the claim of her having
been thoughtless in many of her 
actions. She has been too hasty
in many of her associations there,
— though anything akin to
flirting which may have oc-
curred has certainly taken place
outside the school building, and
of the school circle. Such actions
are I am sorry to say, common
with the young people nowadays
—they feel conscience—clear of any
intent to do wrong, and so scoff
at appearances, and scorn the
admonition of friends. Even her
thoughtless acts seem to me in
this case to have been few and
slight; yet those very acts have
furnished an excuse to Mr Knight
and others of the same nature
to proceed as they have done.
Of course she would not think
of teaching there again; but 
will for the present stay on
the farm with the folks.

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	January 9		Sunday
Elder C. D. Glazier and myself
went to Springville by appoint-
ment as Home Missionaries.
We went in early morning as I
am expected to visit the Sunday
Schools whenever practicable, in
my capacity as Counsellor to
the Stake Superintendent.
We visited the Primary S.S, the
Ward School and attended a
Sunday School Teacher's Meeting
during the forenoon; each of which
assemblies we addressed. We took
dinner at the residence of Bro. 
Harrison. In the afternoon we
addressed the regular Meeting
and returned home in early evening.
	January 10
Attended Theatre to witness the
Dramatic representation of Goethe's
Faust. I have grown ascetic in
feeling toward dramatic per-
formances of late, though at
one time I regarded such as
the only recreation of a public 
nature I could take interest
in. Classic productions, and in
fact anything outside the bounds
of exciting romance is not popular.
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	January 14
Delivered a lecture under the
auspices of the B. Y A. Poly-
sophical Society on, "A peep
through the Microscope" illus-
trated by lantern views.
	Jan. 15
Attended Priesthood Meeting of
Utah Stake and acted as
Secretary in the absence of
the regular clerk.
	Jan. 16		Sunday
Presided at and addressed
the B. Y A Missionary Meeting.
In the afternoon met by
appointment as one of a
High Council Committee with
the Standing Committee of the
Provo Free Reading Rooms to
consider the condition of the
rooms.
		Jan 17
Attended a Birthday Gathering
arranged by the students in
honor of Prof Maeser's attaining
his 59" Birthday.
	Jan 19
Attended Board Meeting of the
Academy Directors, called to
consider the advisability of
organizing the institution

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under the laws of the Territory The
matter was referred to a com-
mittee for farther consideration
	January 23	Sunday
During the morning I attended
Sunday School in the First
Ward Provo, and addressed the
Theological Class.
In afternoon preached in the Taber-
nacle by call of the Stake Presi-
dency.
	In the evening, by request
I assisted in the ordinance of
administration for the restoration
of health to Sister Zella Webb
a former young student of the
Academy, and a young lady
held in high estimation by her
associates, and now suffering the
consequences of a most distressing
accident. I have several times
before officiated in a similar way
to her, and have visited her
several times since the accident,
and so am somewhat acquainted
with the circumstances of the case
and many of such are so peculiar
as to awaken interest. Some twenty
weeks ago, (since which time, by
the way, she has been lying
almost on the brink of the grave

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apparently) she was burned most
terribly in a conflagration supposed
to have been started by the ex-
ploding of a petroleum lamp in
her bedroom. The whole thorax, and
the back to the level of the lower
ribs, and the arms to the elbows,
and the neck were burned to the bones.
Yet she has lived. The circumstances
of the actual burning are mys-
terious—in fact some people sus-
pect there was a foul plot to rob
her of life, attempted and partly carried
into execution. But the poor girl
has been lying in the midst of such
terrible suffering for 20 weeks to date.
There is a power at work con-
stantly endeavoring to take her
life—such strange backsets have
occurred, such unlooked for accidents
(such as her falling out of bed when
too weak to move an arm), and
such strange conversations she has seemed
to hold with unseen personages who seemed
to be constantly calling and coaxing
her away—that such conclusion is
warrantable. I ask myself, in such
a case in which it is Faith alone
which keeps the person alive, how
far should we use the faith &
priesthood which we possess to so

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fight against fate. She asks to be
allowed to die. I believe it is our
duty to cling to the life of every
associate of ours with all the
tendrils of our hope & faith and leave
the result with God.
	January 24
According to previous appointment
I lectured tonight in the Third
Ward under the auspices of
the Young People's Improvement
Associations on "The effects of
Alcoholic Drinks on the Human
System," illustarted by practical
experiments and Diagrams.
	January 26
There has been a standing re-
quest on the part of the
Y.M.M.I.A. of the Pleasant
Grove Ward, South District, that
I should go there and deliver
a lecture under the auspices
of the Association. Recently I 
named this evening as a probably
convenient time, and in
consequence went to Pleasant 
Grove by the train. By special
request the lecture was the
old one on "The History of the
Earth" with Lantern illustrations.
After the lecture, at my request

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the young men provided a team
and drove me back to 
Pleasant Grove proper, and I
stayed all night at Grandma's.
	January 27
In the absence of the President
I presided tonight at a meeting
of the Polysophical Society. Also
made an experimental demon-
stration of the physical and
chemical processes involved
in the Photography.
	Jan. 29
Was set apart under the
hands of President Smoot,
and Supt. David John as
Assistant Stake Supt. of
Sunday School for Utah Stake
to which office I was ap-
pointed and sustained Nov. 28
1886.
	In the evening I attended a
Musical Entertainment given in
the Theatre.
	Jan. 30		Sunday.
By appointment made some
time ago by the Superintendent
of Sabbath Schools, Elder George

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H. Brimhall and myself were
today to proceed to the newly
organized Wards, Lake Shore and
Benjamin to properly arrange
and organize the Sabbath
Schools. Today also has been
set as the time for Home
Missionaries to visit the wards
and under such an argument
Elder Chas. D. Glazier and
myself were appointed to
preach at Spanish Fork. It
was the intention of the authorities
to revoke the latter appointment
in our case, but on arriving
at Spanish Fork we found
that such had not been done. 
We were compelled to act some-
what busily under the cir-
cumstances, and not being
able to be present in more than
one plan at one time we took
them all in turn. Meeting was
held at Lake Shore at 11 a.m. at which
the S. School business was succesfully
attended to Officers were voted in
and set apart, and the whole
school set in running order. We then
hastily rode to Benjamin and held
meeting at which similar
business was successfully transacted

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After meeting we drove to Spanish
Fork, arriving after the ward author-
ities had given up all hope of our
coming. We took supper at the
resident of Bro. Jex — the first chance
to eat today. Filled appointments
as Home Missionaries in the
evening meeting, after which
Bro Brimhall and myself drove 
home, arriving at about 12.30 p.m.
	   —January 31—
Attended regular monthly meeting
of High Council
	   —February 2—
While in Spanish Fork on
Sunday last, I was requested to
return on this date and lecture
under the auspices of the Y. P. M
I. A. The weather was then so
pleasant that it seemed little
to undertake the journey, but
a rather disagreeable change
has set in since then. Elder
George H. Brimhall had undertaken
to drive me over and back. We
started in spite of the weather,
and after a somewhat cold
ride of 2 hours arrived just as
the meeting was opening. Had
scarcely time to "thaw" out before
commencing to speak. My

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subject was "Intelligence of animals."
After the meeting we took supper,
or rather dinner, since it was
the first meal since the morning
at the residence of Bro. E. A. Wilson
after which Bro Brimhall and I
started home, and arrived at about
2 a.m. Miserable ride!
	Feb 4
By special request of the officers
and members of the Polysophical
Society I consented to deliver &
delivered my old lecture on "The
History of the Earth" I am really
tired of delivering that lecture; having
already given it nearly a score of
times. In general it seems to have
taken well. I trust it has done good
	Feb 5
Attended a concert given as a
benefit performance for the
Provo Free Reading Rooms
	Feb 6 		Sunday
Presided at and addressed the
Missionary Meeting at B. Y. A.
Attended other meetings as
usual.
	Feb. 7
Good news arrived today.
The United States Supreme
Court, before whom was

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carried on appeal from the Supreme
Court of the Territory of Utah
the case of Apostle <Lorenzo> Snow now
in the Penitentiary, has ruled in
his favor that means in the
favor of the Latter day Saints
The points involved, briefly
expressed are these; by the
so called "Edmunds Law" enacted
in 1882, a new offense was
created viz; that of living
with more wives than one,
although prosecutions for actually
marriage may be debarred
by that Statute of Limitations.
This offense was called "Unlawful
Cohabitation" and a fine of
$300, with imprisonment for
six months was fixed as the
maximum penalty. In the
minds of our District Judges, who,
judging by their actions would
fain usurp autocratic powers
both judicial and legislative,
this punishment is far from
being sufficiently severe; and
without a shadow of authority of
any kind, even that of precedent,
the prosecuting officers, fully
sustained by the Judges, have
segregated the offense with numerous

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counts, each covering a special
period of time so that many
men have been imprisoned already
many months. The infamous
segregation doctrine is now ef-
fectually killed; our people are
thankfully jubilant; and our
enemies correspondingly crest-
fallen. The joyful news was
celebrated in even an hilarious
style in Provo—bonfires, speeches,
[---] serenades etc. We may
feel thankful for this morsel of
good tiding, for we know
not how soon we may be op-
pressed as a people even more
heavily than before—there is
now pending before Congress
a bill called "The Edwards–
Tucker Bill," providing for
the disenfranchisement of all
who will not take a test oath
not to teach or aid anyone in
the practice of polygamy. The
people feel to await develop-
ments patiently; but few
will fall away we hope.
	February 8
Attended special meeting of
the High Council, called to
consider the matters of Provo

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Free Reading Rooms, and other
minor subjects.
	February 9
Received a letter from Elder
George F. Gibbs of 20" Ward, Salt
Lake City enclosing $500 to
pay Fare etc, on my trip to and
from Salt Lake City on the occasion
of my lecturing in that ward,
Dec. 17 last. I had declined
to accept such while in Salt
Lake as I had a pass and my
fare was nothing, but the
Committee say there must
have been some incidental
expenses and desire my
acceptance of the means. I ap-
preciate their thoughtfulness.
	February 11
A course of lectures on interesting
and popular topics having been
decided upon to be given in
the Academy aside from the
regular Polysophical Society
exercises, By request I delivered
the opening lecture of the
course this evening on
"Intelligence of Animals."
	February 12
Elder Glazier and myself
having been appointed to

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visit Salem tomorrow in the
capacity of Home Missionaries,
we left Provo by evening Freight
Train, and proceed to Spanish
Fork. We were met there by a 
brother with a conveyance from
Salem, and were driven to the 
latter place at once. Stayed at
residence of Bro. D. Sabin, a
councellor to the Bishop. In
the evening we attended a
Sunday School exhibition
	—February 13—   Sunday.
Preached as Home Missionaries
at morning meeting. Met
with Sunday School teachers
and officers afterward. Returned
to Spanish Fork by team in
afternoon; thence home by train.
	—February 14—
Attended High Council meeting,
called to consider several appeal
cases from Bishop's Courts. By a
ruling of President Taylor, a
Bishop is not authorized to
cut off from the Church anyone
holding the Melchisedek Priesthood,
he can merely disfellowship in
his ward after which action
must be taken by the High
Council.

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       — February 17 —
Attended a special meeting of
High Council on business same
as at last meeting (Feb. 14)
a number of persons were
cut off from the church by
action tonight and on Feb. 14
some by their own requests or
pleas of guilty to the charges.
Since the severe legislation
✓against our people, such among
us as have no true love for 
the Work of god, request to
be severed from the flock--
that they may not be injured
in the eyes of the gentiles;
who hope and expect soon to 
be in practical power in the 
territory.
            —Feb. 18—
Attended High Council meeting
— a trial between brethren from 
Benjamin Ward.
           —Feb. 20— Sunday
Attended Sunday School
Anniversary in Third Ward;
other meetings as usual
	    —Feb. 21—
Owing to seven indisposiion
headache etc at the request
of the Principal I remained at home
today.

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	Feb. 22
National Holiday—Washington's
Birthday—consequently no session
was held at the Academy. Attended 
Special Meeting of the High
Council in the evening.
	Feb. 23
In the evening, attended special
meeting of High Council, and
was appointed as speaker in a case on trial.
	Feb. 25
Attended another special meeting
of High Council.
	Feb. 27
Elder Glazier and myself visited
Payson as Home Missionaries.
Attended and addressed the
Sabbath School in morning,
and regular ward meeting in
afternoon and evening.
Staid at the residence of Bro.
Page. Elder Glazier was
seriously unwell during the
evening and night.
		Feb. 28
Returned to Provo by early train.
In the evening attended the
regular meeting of High Council
		Feb 29 March 1
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classes to Daniels Photograph Gallery
to study the process of photography.
	March 2.
In the evening, attended the
regular monthly meeting of the
High Priest's Quorum and
received notification that at
the preceeding meeting I had
been unanimously sustained
as clerk of the Quorum. Of
course I accepted as I felt in
duty bound so to do, though I
would gladly have declined an
appointment calling for evening
work. Of course I attend the
Quorum Meetings whenever possible
	March 4
By request of the Stake
President, I delivered a lecture
this evening on the "Effects
of Alcohol and Narcotics" in 
the Stake Tabernacle under the
auspices of the Y.M.M.I.A.
	March 5
Today the Quarterly Conference
of the Stake began. I attended
regular meetings; and in the
evening attended the Stake 
High Priests' Quorum Meeting.
	March 6		Sunday
Attended Conference meetings

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and was resustained in the
positions of Alternate to High Council
Home Missionary, and Asst.
Stae Supt. of Sabbath Schools.
	March 9
In the evening visited the
Asylum in company with a
large class of students, to examine
the electric light apparatus.
	March 10
Went to Salt Lake City by early
train on business connected with
the Scientific Dept. Returned
in Evening.
	March 11
Went to Santaquin by evening
train according to a precious
appointment and delivered a 
lecture on "Alcohol & Narcotics"
I was deeply affected by the
sincerity of the peoples' thanks, for
the effort. The Santaquin people
are deeply appreciative.
Stayed at residence of Bro. Openshaw
	March 12
Returned to Provo by early train.
In the evening took train again
to Santaquin <on the way to Goshen> to fill an
appointment at Goshen in the
Sunday School Mission. Elder George
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to have gone together but Bro. B.
failed to catch the train. Was
met at Santaquin by Bro. Jesperson
and proceeded at once to Goshen
According to precious appointment
I delivered the lecture on "Alcohol
and Narcotics" under the auspices
of the Improvement Associations.
Stayed at Bro. Jesperson's.
	March 13		Sunday
In morning attended the Sabbath
School, and effected the organization
according to the instructions
previously received from the Stake
Superintendent.
Addressed the regular meetings
afternoon and evening. Stayed
at residence of Bro. Ochelberry
	Mar. 14
Left Goshen at 5.30 a.m. and
was driven in buggy to Santa-
quin. There, took early morning
train home.
	March 16
Went to Salt Lake City by evening
train, according to previously
made arrangements, and delivered
a lecture on "Intelligence of
Animals" in the 19" Ward
Meeting House, under the auspices
of the Y.M.M.I. Associations. Stayed
at residence of Bro. William Done

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formerly a teacher of the Academy:
but now engaged in the school 
of Salt Lake.
		—March 17—
Returned to Provo by early train.
		—March 18—
Today had been appointed as the
time for the regular annual
trip of the Scientific Classes to
Salt Lake City and vicinity.
We left Provo, by D. & R. G. Train
at 6.30 a.m. The party numbered
about 25. We went to Germania
Smelters, and spent the time
there till 10 a.m. then took the
W.C. train to Salt Lake City.
Here we were joined by several
former students and others the 
party numbering in all about
35 ladies and gentlemen. During
the day we visited the following
places of interest: –Deseret– University,
Gas Works, Railroad Machine Shops
and Deseret Museum. In the
evening we spent 2 hours
at the Electric Light Works.
I stayed at Bro. Done's.
		—March 18—
We met at 8 a.m. and made
visits and studies at the following
places: –Z.C.M.I.– Clothing Factory,

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Telephone Exchange, Deseret News
Type Founder and Elecrotyping
Establishment, Z.C.M.I Laundry,
and the glass works.
A portion of the party including
myself took the evening train
W.C. Ry. home; the others
desired to visit for some
little time in S. L. City.
	March 19		Sunday
As the Half Fare privileges
extended to our party are made
dependent upon the members
being identified by myself, I
was required to be in Salt 
Lake City this evening, so I took
the morning train from Provo.
Spent the day at Bro. Daniel
Harrington's. Returned to Provo
by evening train. The whole trip
has been a gratifying success
-no accident or even incident
occurring to mar our pleasure,
for which great blessing, we
feel decidedly thankful.
	March 25
Went to Salt Lake City
by evening train according to
a previous appointment and
lectures on "Intelligence of
Animals" in the Eleventh

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Ward Meeting House under the
auspices of the Improvement
Associations. Stayed at the
residence of Bro. H. A. Tucket,
the President of the Y.M.M.I.A.
	March 26
Spent morning in visiting
Bro. Tuckets' Candy Factory and
in collecting specimens of color-
ing and flavoring matters etc. Took
noon train home.
In the evening attended a
Concert given by the Y.P.MIA
of the stake.
	March 27		Sunday
Attended sessions of the YM.MIA
Conference.
In evening addressed the Third
Ward Meetings by call of the Bishop.
	March 28
Attended regular monthly meeting
of High Council.
	March 29
In the evening went to Salt
Lake City on business connected
with the Scientific Dept—procuring
supplies etc. Returned to Provo
same night by late train.
	April 2
In the afternoon accompanied
Bro. Driggs and family on a fishing out

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	April 3		Sunday.
Went to Lake Shore Ward by
early train, as a Home Mission-
ary in company with Elder Glazier.
We filled our appointment, and
returned to Provo by evening 
train.
	April 4
In evening after school, made
a horseback trip to Rock
Canon in company with Bro. Geo.
Brimhall, for Geological purpose.
And today I committed an act
which I have never before been
guilty of—I actually bought
a horse. I am in sad need
sometimes of a good horse, and
usually am unable to borrow
or hire when in need; and as
I anticipate (D.V.) making a 
somewhat extended tour during
the summer months, and
moreover as I can an opportunity
of obtaining a fine arrival at
a moderate cost, I became a 
horse dealer pro tempore.
	April 5
The Academy today adjourned
its session till April 11 as
the General Conference of the 
Church opens tomorrow in Provo.

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	Ap. 5 (cont.d)
This evening according to a 
previous our argument I went
to Salt Lake City and delivered
my illustrated lecture on
"The History of the Earth" in
the "14" Ward Assembly rooms under
the auspices of the associations
of that Ward. The audience
was very large, and appeared
deeply appreciative. A hearty
vote of thanks was tendered at
the close of the lecture. Stayed
during the night at the Valley
House, at which place arrange-
ments had been made for my 
entertainment by the lecture
committee of the 14" Ward.
	April 6
Returned to Provo by morning train
The 54'' Annual Conference of the
Church opened this morning
I attended meetings during the
day, and in the evening
attended the Sunday School
Conference.
	April 7
Attended regular meeting of
the Conference in the afternoon
and the Improvement Association
conference at night. The meeting
are full.

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		April 8
Meetings during the day. This
evening the conference adjourned.
	April 9
Visited the folks on the farm.
	April 16
Delivered a lecture before the
County Teachers' convention on
"Economy."
	April 17		Sunday
Went to Santaquin in company
with Elder Glazier by early train
in the capacity of Home Missionary
Attended Sunday School, and
addressed regular meetings after-
noon and evening. Stayed at
the residence of Bro. Openshaw.
	April 18
Returned to Provo by morning
train.
	April 23
Visited folks on the farm, and
found Pa suffering with
quite a severe attack of
Rhumatism.
	Ap. 24		Sunday
Presided at and addressed the B.Y.A.
Missionary Meeting. In the
afternoon preached before the
General Stake Meeting by call of the
Presidency. Addressed the

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Prayer Circle Meeting of which
organization I have been a
Member since January 18, 1885
		—April 27—
Visited folks on the farm; found 
Pa somewhat improved in health.
		—April 28—
According to a previous appoint-
ment I left Provo today in
charge of a class of students
of the Scientific Dept. to visit
Park City and vicinity. They 
travelled by team, I horseback.
Camped at night in Provo
Canon near North Fork.
	     —April 29—
Rose early, and drove to Midway,
Wahsatch Co. Spent most of 
day in examining the Mineral
Springs or so called "Pots" for
which this region is famous. 
1 White Mound Spring is most
conspicuous. The mound or deposit
is nearly 100 feet high and 366 ft.
circumference at top. Diameter
N and S is 34 yds: E and W diameter
is 38 yds. No bottom has been
struck at 45 ft.
Temp. of water – 40.5° C.
Circumference at base – 312 yds.
Small stream still runs out at top.

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2. Road Basin Spring situated
about 250 yds. N. W. of the preceding
is 43 yds circumference.
Diameter N & S – 12 yds.
	"	E & W – 8 "
Surface of water is about 4 ft.
below top of basin.
3. Big Circular Basin about 20 yds.
S. W. of No. 2. Circumference – 90 ft
Diameter 30 ft. Water is 10 ft.
below mouth of Pot.
4. Little Circular Basin – 15 yds
N. W. of No. 3 is 28 yds Circum.
Water is 3 ft below mouth of pot.
Water – 19 ft deep.
5. Emerald Basin.
	Diameter – N & S 7 yds E & W 10 yds.
Water in this is covered with a 
pellicle of lime carbonate. The
basin enlarges inside the opening.
Water is 10 ft. deep.
These are but few of the 30 
Springs either active or extinct,
in sight from the top of White
Mound. Tis a remarkable 
formation.
In late afternoon we drove on
to Park City which we reached
late at night  The students
were very unfortunate in 
procuring a poor team before

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leaving home, owing to a disappoint-
ment in a team which they had
first engaged. The animals taken
were very weak & poor, and gave
signs of being affected in the
kidneys. While we were on the
Dugway leading up to the 
Ontario Mine – a narrow and
dangerous road, one of the horses
appeared to be suffering intense
pain. We stopped, did what we 
could for the horse, sent him
back to Park City to a surgeon
etc, and so were hindered till
near midnight. By this time
the animal seemed somewhat
better and we visited the
Ontario Mine. Here we were
kindly received and treated by the
superintendent. This is the
largest mine in Utah. One great
feature is the pumping apparatus –
over 300 gallons of water being
thrown out at every stroke of
the piston, and the pump
working 10 strokes per minute.
We were kindly taken to 
supper by the gentlemen in
charge, after which, our horse
being still improving we visited
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we returned to our wagon,
— still standing on the Dugway
and discovered that one sick horse
had got loose and disappeared.
I took my horse, and accompanied
by one of the students on the
other horse started in search.
We continued the hunt till
7 a.m. without success, when
finding our wagon in the way of
passing teams we were compelled
to adopt some measures of
moving. I hitched my riding horse
— an unbroken animal as far
as such work was concerned
and drove through the city to
a good camping place on the
way home. The brethren consulted
and resolved to abandon the
search for the missing horse so
left description and instructions
with the City officers, and
hired a mule of a man who
was travelling to Heber City
and started. We reached Heber safely,
here obtained a horse of Bro. Bam[--]
a former student; drove on
to Charleston. The weather was
cold and stormy — snowing and
blowing. We camped tonight in a
barn. Slept well.

[The following is written sideways in left margin]
April 30

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	May 1		Sunday
This is the Sabbath, but by
the hindrances of the past day
we are compelled to travel. Reached
Provo at 2 p.m.
Attended Third Ward Meeting in
the evening, and preached by
call of the Bishop.
	May 2
Upon enquiry it was shown that
the man from whom the students
had hired the ill-fated team
was a rabid enemy to our people,
and he seems determined to give
the brethren all the trouble possible.
His name is York.
	May 5
Addressed a letter to Prest. Taylor,
asking instructions regarding the
suspended counsel respecting my
visit East.
	May 6
In the evening delivered a lecture
before the Polysophical Society on
"Economy."
	May 7
In the morning went horseback
with Bro. Driggs to Pleasant Grove
Canon to examine formations and
collect specimens. A highly suc-
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in afternoon. By appointment
I officiated in baptizing
Sister Helen Dame, a student
of the Academy.
	May 8		Sunday.
Presided at and addressed the
Missionary Meeting.
	May 10
Received communication from
Prest. Taylor, approving again
of my visit east, and giving
directions regarding the same.
(See Oct 19 1885, April 29, 1886)
	May 11
Was present at an informal
meeting of the Board of Trustees
and informed them of Prest. Taylor's
instructions, and formally tendered
my resignation as a member of the
Faculty.
Today I received notification from
Mr David Evans – a rabid
anti-Mormon Lawyer that
he held a collection against me
for the loss of a horse and use
of some from a Mr York
amounting to $75, which I was
requested to Pay at once or suit
would be entered against me.
This is a trick on the part of
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sustained by the brethren who ac-
companied me to Park City 28 ult
appear as an Academy affair rather
than a private occurrence; and
so I am dragged into it, whereas in
fact I had no part or voice in
the procuring of the team. I addressed
a letter immediately to Mr Evans, the
Lawyer, informing him that there
was no authority for using my
name at all in the matter,
and declining to acknowledge the
legality of the proceedings. I then
called the class together and
explained the situation to them
and they finding no tidings of the 
mission horse, resolved to wait
no longer, so they compromised
the matter by purchasing the
man another horse, and paying
for the loss of time, amounting
in all to $50.00. I insisted on
commiting myself a member of the
party and paying my share. The 
loss was then divided amongst us
all – 7 in number. A sad
misfortune this is – the only one
of its kind we have ever ex-
perienced in our trips. Yet is 
is difficult to see where blame or
even severe censure belongs.

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	May 12
Visited Slate Canon after school
for Geological purposes.
	May 13
Delivered an address before the
Polysophical Society – this being
its closing session.
	May 15		Sunday.
Went to Pleasant Grove by morning
train. Attended Sunday School
in morning and Meeting in
afternoon, addressing the con-
gregations in both cases.
In the evening, by special request
went to Springville, and delivered
a lecture under the auspices
of the Y. M and Y L M I A on
"The Habit of Intemperance."
Stayed at the residence of Bishop
Packard.
	May 16
Returned to Provo by early train.
	May 17
According to previous arrangements
I left Provo today by afternoon
train and proceeded to Ogden.
Delivered a lecture in the evening
under the auspices of the Improvement
Association on "History of the Earth."
Stayed at Bro. Z. Ballantyne's house.

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	May 18
Returned home by early train.
	May 20
Today the Commencement Exercises
at the Academy took place and
the Eleventh Academic Year
was brought to a close. I 
suppose this practically ends my
labors as a teacher for some time.
My thoughts on leaving the lecture
[---] for a season, and perhaps
a long one at that, are not
those of unalloyed pleasure.
Change is the order of life.
	May 23
Sometime ago I laid plans for a
summer trip through Southern
Utah and Northern Arizona for
Geological purposes. This was
before I knew definitely of my
prospective departure East, else

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now, as there is much to be
done by way of preparation,
I would not so have planned.
But the party is organized and
all arrangements laid. Spent today
busily in preparation as tomorrow
is the date set for the departure.
The party consists of six beside
myself – Bros. Samuel Allen,
Joseph Nelson, and Willard
Cro[-]all – all students, – and
M. W. Pratt, Thos. Wilson, and
B. W. Driggs – friends of the others.
The last three named have
already started under appointment
to join us on Friday next, May 27
at Castle Valley.
	The arrangements are to travel
horseback and with pack animals.
Each man of course has a riding
 animal and there are 3 packs for the
party. We carry as small a camp
outfit as is consistent with
necessity
	May 24
Today the party left Provo in
good spirits, and in rough looking,
mountain style. We are not
yet well versed in the intricacies
of packing mules and donkeys,
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times in the first few miles However,
we pressed on, and by evening reached
Thistle Station – at a distance of
24 miles from Provo.
	May 25
Rose early and proceeded onward.
Stopped at Clear Creek to examine
the immense fossiliferous deposits
here. The rock is a brine shale,
filled with remains of molluscs,
mostly acephals and gasteropods
Rock is soft & friable Easily mined
close to the Denver & Rio Grande
Ry – valuable for fertilizer manufactures,
as soon as our people shall see
that there are other sources of
wealth than delving for gold and
silver. We pressed on and
camped at night within about
10 miles of Schofield, Emery Co.
Covered about 30 miles today.
I am somewhat sorry at having
bought the horse I did. I own a 
fine little Morgan horse – and am
proud of him; but he is unused
to such rough usage and I fear
will suffer. I shall be compelled to
sell on my return home before
starting East, and the animal
probably will be in bad selling
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lack of wisdom in starting with so
valuable an animal. One member 
of the party has been anxious to
buy him of me, desirous of 
speculating on selling him. Today
the gentleman (Bro. Allen) offered me
a fine little Mustang mare and
$75 for the horse, and I accepted
the offer. I grieve at parting with
Prince, he is a picture of horse 
beauty – jet black, finely formed
– but it's best for me.
		—May 26—
Made an early start and reached
Schofield. Here we visited the Coal
Mines under the kind permission
and guidance of Supt. Sharp.
There are here two large mines
producing bituminous coal
Utah Central Mine – very thick 
vein – 28 feet  Two faults are
found – one showing drop of 52
feet; the other a fall of 12 feet.
When the slope of the Fault is
toward you, the miners call it
the "Back of the Head," when away
from you it's called "Back of the Fort"
This mine is without timbers; large
pillars of coal – 24 ft. thick
being left to support the roof.
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that the coal here is of Cretaceous
formation.
Denver & Rio Grande Mine Rocks
here are more firable; timbers
have to be used. Endeavor is
made here, as in all coal mines
to work from below up so 
that the coal will fall to the 
lively.
	Dyke was observed intersecting
the coal, which has been changed
on either side to a substauce
resembling coke.
Main tunnel runs 3/4 mile into the
mountain.
Note/ One vein of coal was exposed
by the burrowing of a gopher.
One specimen found into the
Utah Central Mine showed the
charcoal-like structure of true
lignite; and contains pieces of resin.
	In evening we left Schofield
and proceeded onward toward
Castle Valley. We had great dif-
ficulty in climbing the ridge
East of Schofield owing to our
taking the wrong trail through
misdirection. Our party was
somewhat separated and for a time we
were in trouble. However we gathered
and were freed into a hastily arranged

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camp at dark on the top of the
mountain, using snow for water.
A Sound phenomenon was noticed
while seeking the trail. I stood on 
a hill overlooking a ravine some
400 ft deep. This ravine was
filled with timbers, living and dead,
upright and fallen. We shouted to
one of our party who was in the
ravine, but could get no answer, and 
finally a second one of the party
started into the ravine to find the first.
Before the second one had been gone 2
minutes the first appeared, but all
endeavor to call the second back
was vain. We shouted separately and
in concert, and fired our pistols
according to a preconcerted signal
but it was afterwards reported by both
No 1 and No 2 that they heard no sound
of our voices or guns; and further, that 
they had each shouted to the utmost
limit of their voice capacity, and
had also fired continuously, to which
sounds, we standing on the top of the
ridge were oblivious. This was the
most striking example of the inter-
ruption of sound waves I have ever
seen.
		—May 27—
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via a trail across the mountains
– a trail hard to find and 
harder to follow. We reached
Gordon Creek – the appointed place
for our party to meet, but by some
mistake the advance portion was
not there. We waited till near
evening then moved on about
4 miles from Miller's Ranch and
camped. One of our animals escaped,
and though subsequently found,
the delay was a troublesome 
one. We were not in camp till
near 11 p.m.
A Sound phenomenon of an opposite
nature to that recorded yesterday
was marked today. I was riding
ahead of the main party endeavor-
ing to find the direction of the
main trail, and was on the
top of a hill some 400 ft. high,
when the party appeared on the
brow of another hill of about 
the same height and probably
1/2 mile away. The hollow separating
the hills was level and unwooded.
It was evening and the air still.
I could distinctly hear the stops of the
horses and the voices of the men. The
words of an ordinary conversation
were readily recognised; and when

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the brethren shouted to the animals,
the sound was so loud and distinct
as to seem to have lost nothing
by the transmission.
	Today's travel has been through
the northern part of Castle Valley
and one is impressed with the
appropriateness of the name.
The rocks are exposed in long
strata along the face of the
mountains; they are mostly sandstone
and shales. From descriptions given
me by travellers in this region,
I had conceived the idea that 
this was the land of volcanic
disturbance and eruption. The 
strata seem to be in situ, unchanged
except by erosion.
	Beaver Dams were observed
along several of the streams;
and the effects produced by Beavers
as Geological agents are by no
means inconsiderable  Down one
canyon in particular, the bed of
stream is converted into a line
of terraces and plateaus by the
building of the dams and the
subsequent filling up by sediment.
	May 28
Started Early for Miller Creek Ranch
where we hoped to be joined

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by the missing members of our 
party. Through a mistake on the
part of one member who was
appointed to visit a sheep ranch
in the neighborhood of last nights'
camp and receive instructions as to
our trail, we were led off the
track and into a very bad
region. We descended a hill into
a ravine; and when once in we 
found ourselves unable to get out
again. 'Twas a romantic bit of
travel – along the dry bed of a 
mountain stream – oftentimes having
to jump our horses over Cataract falls.
We finally found a "hog back" ridge 
and ventured to climb it. It 
was of such a forbidding nature,
however, that if we could have 
examined it closely without climbing
it first, we doubtlessly would
have shrunk from the attempt.
We pushed on, and finally came
in sight of Miller Creek Ranch.
Nothing was known of our party,
so, leaving directions with the
people at the ranch, after dinner
we pushed on to Huntington Creek
which place we reached about dark.
This is the first day's travel
over a desert; it has been wearisome,

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hot sandy and dry. A draught of
water was appreciated. Thus far
we have been fortunate regarding
finding feed for our animals; but here
we are in the desert. We hired 
a lucerne patch of a man, at
what we considered an exorbitant price,
but it was the best we could do
under the circumstances, and our
animals are happy.
We have come 30 miles today, and
hard ones too.
Cactus exists in great variety,
and a plant of this in full blossom, 
would be a gem of beauty even
in a florists' garden but in 
the wilderness – it is as a star 
shining between dark clouds.
We were entranced almost about
these lovely flowers. They seemed to
us by day as lovely and welcome as
a camp fire at night
The Oose or Soap root plant
grows abundantly along the desert
and low hills. Its bayonet-like
leaves are quite formidable; when
in blossom it is a beautiful
object.
		—May 29—	Sunday
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and the day was gladly hailed as
a time of rest. Our horses and
we are already tired. Bro. Pratt
overtook the party and joined us.
He informs us the Bro. Driggs was taken
ill and in company with Bro. Wilson
had returned home. Our party then
now consists of five – Allen, Nelson, 
Crowall, Pratt and myself.
Bro. Pratt had mistaken the place
of meeting the party, and was await-
ing us at another Creek within a
few miles of the place where we
awaited him. His horse has been 
accidentally killed on the way. He
had however procured another and
pushed on with wonderful energy
till he caught us.
	May 30
Started early and proceeded to Castle
Dale, thence to Ferron City. We
learned here of certain points of
interest at Molen – a few miles 
down the river and pushed on.
Camped by the river. Spent the
evening till dark in examining
the hills near camp.
	May 31
Secured an early start and pushed on
towards Fish Lake, our next objective
point. Today's ride was a dreary one

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through deserts of sand – watering
places are sometimes 15–20 miles
apart. We were troubled at the
prospect of finding no feed for
our animals; and an hour or so
before dark we turned off from
the main canon and soon struck
a fine stream of water, and abun-
dant feed. We felt to shout with
thankful joy; a better and pleasanter
camping place could not well
be imagined, and after so dreary
and fatiguing a day's travel, and
such forbidding prospects, the
surroundings seem doubly pleasant.
Of course our fears were for our
horses' sakes – our situation would not
have been intolerable to have camped
along the road by any of the streams.
A Desert Sand Storm relieved the
monotony of our travel today.
The sand seems to move in
clouds, almost as to cause blackness.
We could not see 4 yards ahead.
The sand over the whole region
seemed to be often moving. Only
around the roots of sage brush
and grease wood was it held at
all firm. The whole region is
made up of little conical elevations
of sand with brush on top.

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		June 1
Rose early: spent part of morning
in examining rocks around camp. They
are of the same sedimentary kind
characterizing the entire region. Concretions
of sandstone rich in ferruginous in-
gredients abound, varying in size from
that of a pea or even smaller to that
of a large cocoa-nut. We found
a stratum of very fine coal today.
It promised to yield large amounts;
but at present, situated so far from
any market is is of little com-
mercial value. The sandstone
foundations show beautiful examples
of erosion.
After breakfast we pressed 
forward – a delightful region –
– mountain scenery, grand pine
forests, clear streams, snow banks,
rich feeding grounds. We stopped
at a cabin in the hills, and
found to our glad surprise – some 
of our former students in charge. It 
is the Harmon Ranch. Bro Appleton
Harmon attended school several years ago.
He is called the Utah giant and
deserves his name. By evening we
reached the shores of Fish Lake,
and found Bro. Jorgensen – the father
of one of our students in charge. We

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were here very kindly treated. Feasted
on the fine Salmon Trout so plentiful
here.
	June 2
For the sake of horses we determined
to remain here a day that they may
rest. We spent the day in
examining the region, enjoying the
scenery, and feasting on fish.
The Indians are encamped about
the lake in great numbers and
they kill trout by wholesale.
They catch them in basket traps
set in the streams flowing from the
lake. This is the spawning season
and such extensive and reckless
destruction must sooner or later
produce a dearth of fish. Large
heaps of fish ova are seen
outside the Indian Wickiups.
Toward evening some of the party
borrow horses, and rode to
Seven Mile Flat and returned.
	June 3
Left early on our way to Monroe.
The road is delightful to travel. We
lost our way in the timbers, but
tis pleasant to lose one's way here.
On reaching the top of the mountains
overlooking the Sevier Valley,
a view was presented – the grandest

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which I have ever witnessed even
in this land of grand sights and 
majestic scenery. One feels scarcely
to attempt a description in words –
they are artificial, the view itself,
and the emotions awakened thereby in
the soul of man are natural. And 
yet we oftentimes say in speaking of
such a view – "It looks like a 
picture" – as if ever artist yet
surpassed the model set before
him by nature. On passing
down the Cañon which was an
extremely precipitous one, we
were overtaken by night and a 
mountain storm – severe while it
lasted. We were forced into a
hasty camp – and I fear our horses 
found but scanty herbage
		—June 4—
Reached Munroe in the early
morning. We obtained permission
to feed our horses on the premise
of Bro Harris – a former student.
He was not at home but his
folks received us kindly. We
were pleased and honored with
a visit from several of our
former students, also Bishop Cooper,
who urged upon us to remain
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were unable to do. After spending
some time with our visitors we
examined the Munroe Hot Springs
situated on White Spring Hill, East 
of the town.
Small Basin Spring showed a
temperature of 58.5° C. Large 
Spring – 32.5° C. The incrustations
about the Springs, and in fact
about the whole region are 
mostly ochre, containing
however much alkaline carbonate
and sulphate. The alkaline
salts are often found nearly
pure incrusting the vegetation 
in the neighborhood.
In the afternoon we broke camp,
and rode via Joseph City and
camped at night in Clear
Creek Cañon. Bro. Nelson left the 
party today and went to
Richfield to visit friends,
intending to rejoin us Monday.
Wind Eroding Power was
clearly illustrated today. We
encountered a severe wind
accompanied by clouds of dust
before entering the Cañon. The
dust came actually from the
hills themselves  The rock is 
soft – a sandstone in places,

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in others it is a conglomerate
rich in gypsum, and rocks of
this kind are readily affected
by the wind. A stream of dust
particles could be seen flying off from
the top of a bare hill.
		—June 5— Sunday.
Spent day quietly. Today we were
brought face to face with the
question as which was made for
the other, man or the sabbath.
We were out of all provisions
except flour and the like. One of
our party magnanimously gave
away yesterday a batch of fish
which we had brought from
Fish Lake, and upon which
we had depended for today's food.
Bro. Pratt came into camp from a
stroll early this morning, and
announced that there were fish
in the Creek. We decided under
the circumstances to try and
catch some; and before long we
had 26 small trout. We cooked
them and were happy.
		 —June 6—
We secured an early start, and
reached the Sulphur Beds' near
Cove Creek, Millard Co stopping
at Cove Creek on the way, where

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we had the pleasure of meeting
Bro. Hinckley and famly – former
students of the Academy.
Sulphur occurs here in vast
beds near the surface of the
ground. Oftentimes between the
laminae may be found beautiful
specimens of sublimed Sulphur in
spangles and feathers. Stalactitic
formations are common. In the
largest bed, 20 feet below the
surface solid pieces of Cedar Wood
are found –
Bro. Nelson overtook us at noon,
in order to do so he has had
to ride already 50 miles today,
and we have 25 more yet to
traverse. We pushed on to
Beaver. Bro. Shepherd found us
and with his usual generosity
insisted on doing something for us.
We camped in his pasture,– good 
feed for horses and good accomodations
for ourselves. We received mail 
here. I find all is tolerably well
at home.
			June 7
Travelled on to Parowan, camping
at Buckhorn Springs on the way.
At Parowan we encountered
difficulty in obtaining provision

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for our animals, so we went to
the Springs at the Cañon. Portion of
the party (2 in number) remained in
the town with friends. We went
into camp at 11.30 p.m; tired, very.
Have travelled about 42 miles today.
		—June 8—
Spent early part of the day in ex-
aming the formations of the Cañon.
This is a truly wonderful place;
the rocks are a deep vermillion red
and have weathered into Cathedrals and
Castles of majestic proportions.
Copperas and Alum abound in the
rocks. We crossed the mountains
to Panguitch Lake – a lovely
place. We fished and enjoyed ourselves.
Camped near a ranch, and obtained
plenty of milk and butter.
		—June 9—
Spent part of day at the lake,
fishing, boat-riding, and bathing.
Broke camp in afternoon, and
followed a trail, which we
lost and found several times, and
finally found ourselves at a ranch
belonging to the Cameron family
on Mammoth Creek. A boy here
had met a terrible accident some
hours before our arrival. A horse
had either kicked or stamped on

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him producing several terrible cuts
and gashes in the face and head.
The people asked my assistance
and I did what I could to stop
the bleeding and soothe pain
			June 10
The boy is better today; no signs
of serious inflammation have yet
appeared. Moved on toward Glendale.
Lost the trail again as usual;
but 'tis a lovely place; one almost
feels willing to be permanently
lost here. Dined on broiled porcupine
today. Reached Glendale in early
afternoon; and met here Prest.
D. E. Woolley who intends to go
tomorrow to Pipe Springs and
kindly offered us his guidance.
We rode on to Orderville; stayed on
the premises of Bro. Spencer.
I am quite ill tonight. A few
days ago, some insect – the name
or nature of which I could not
determine as I scarcely caught
sight of it – bit or stung my
right thumb. Of late it has
been swelling. Tonight the hand
and arm are swollen to the
elbow; and I am quite feverish.
Retired early, hoping improvement
from the rest.

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		—June 11—
Soon after day light we were on the
hills. There are many beautiful for-
mations and specimens about here.
We took breakfast at the residence
✓ of Bro Spencer; and Sister Spencer
kindly fixed my hand with a
comfortable poultice and dressing.
We started some time after Bro.
Woolley; but overtook him at
noon, at the only watering place
along the road.
This has been to me a day of
intense suffering. I have been
actually blind for a great distance
from severe headache and fever
occassioned by pain in my hand
and arm. I do not remember
a time of such intense suffering.
We lost Bro. Woolleys tracks toward
nightfall, and did not find
the right road for some time
It was near midnight when
we reached Pipe Springs Fort.
Imagination exercises a great
influence on one's mind under
trying circumstances. I rode
tonight some 200 yard's ahead of
the party, that the animals 
may have a leader and on
several occasions I fancied I saw

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the vultures of the Fort; and on
each occasion nothing but sagebrush
and sand hills rewarded our investigation.
Finally, though I saw nothing
at all – having become distrustful
of appearances, my horse who
was so tired as hardly to obey
the spur – pricked up his ears
and stepped forward with alacrity
– the Fort was reached.
Sand Hills abound along the
road of today's travel. Hills
often 30 feet high and formed
exclusivly of pure sand.
Surface is rippled, and resembles
waves.
		June 12 		Sunday
Spent day quietly at Pipe
Spring's resting ourselves and
horses. Found man on his way to
Kanab, and sent our letters which
have been awating such a
chance.
My hand is materially improved
today.
		June 13
Started across the Desert. Prest
Woolley accompanied us some distance
and put us on the right road.
A day of monotonous travel – 40 miles
without water. Reached Buckskin

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Mountains by night-fall, and
found a Ranch owned and inhabited by
the family of Bro. John Naegle,
whose children have attended
school. We were kindly treated.
		June 14
Rose early, and after a splendid
breakfast prepared by Sister Naegle,
we started toward Demott Park,
stopping at Ochre – another of
Bro Naegle's places on the way.
Bro George Naegle accompanied us,
desiring to visit Grand Cañon. We
reached the Park at night and
found Bro Seegmiller in charge of
the Ranch. The sons of John
W. Young – former students are
here too. It is needless to say
we had every kindness shown us.
We had calculated on procuring a
guide at this point; but find all
of the few men who are competent
to act as guides otherwise occupied.
We talked with several however,
and they all hold out serious
discouragements to our attempting
the descent of the Grand Cañon.
This is one of the main points on
our expedition and our party unan-
imously feel like pushing on if
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Bro. Sugmiller promised to send
one of his men with us – Bro. Isaac
Brown – to put us on the track;
and gave us the services of Bro
Joseph E Young – another of his
employees to herd our horses
while we are in the Cañon – if
we can get there. Our spirits
were considerably cheered at these
promises; and we retired with
bright hopes for the morrow.
On the road today we were shown
the Loco Weed – a small vine,
belonging to the Leguminosae
or Pulse family. It is said to
produce a most distressing
effect on horses when eaten
by them. A locoed horse is
apparently crazy, paying little
or no attention to the commands
of his master – characterized usually
by a quiet stupidity. The weed
is occasionally found in the desert
about Pipe Springs but is said to
be plentiful on the Colorado Ranches.
Demott Park is a lovely spot: It 
is long and broad, surrounded by
immense and dense groves of
pine and quaking asp. The contrast
between the deep green of the
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latter is remarkable. The climate
here however is cold – An overcoat
is not unpleasant in the evening.
		June 15
Started toward the Colorado, ac-
companied by Bro. Isaac Brown and
Joseph E Young. Stopped at noon
at Wildcat Springs. Bro. Brown
took us to the top of a hill
from which we had a most
advantageous view of this Grand,
and in aspect, terrible Cañon.
He showed us the Saddle – one
of the highest peaks in the
neighborhood, and which, he tells us
marks the only possible route of
descent into the Cañon. He left
us, expressing as he bade us
adieu, serious misgivings as to
our rashness in attempting the
descent. The chief fear is that
we will suffer with thirst. We
hope to find water at Buckfarms
Cañon, where we propose
making camp tonight, but as
a precautionary measure we
watered our horses before starting,
and filled a keg and a Canteen – in
all about 4 gallons. We reached
Buckfarm Cañon – no water – and
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late, baking or rather frying scones
to take with us.
To-day were surprised while riding
gently along at a charge from a
couple of Bulls. The Cattle here
are as Wild almost as prarie buffalo.
We are told they become at
time exceedingly dangerous  Our
companion Bro. Brown, who is well
experienced in such matters drew
his pistol, but happily he was
spared the necessity of using it
the animals being driven off.
He told us to take no chances
with such beasts – the herders not
infrequently have to kill them.
		June 16
Left Camp at 6.30 am. on foot,
leaving the horses in charge of
Bro Young. He is to drive them
to Wild Cat Spring – about
10 miles back, every day till
we return. We hope to be
back tomorrow. Each man
was provided with a satchel for
specimens, a hammer, a rope,
a pancake, and a handful or so
of dried fruit. We carried 1 1/2 gallons
of water – all we had after
baking. 	     Coats & vests and
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We thought we were near the Saddle,
but reached it only after 4 hours
constant and laboring travel. And
from the top we have a most
impressive – an indescribable view.
The Earth here is gouged and fissured,
– water – the geological chisel – has
cut so deeply as to make one fancy
the center has been reached. Well,
we soon found Powell's Trail and started
down. Much of the water had been
lost by leakage, and we were
compelled to measure accurately each
man's portion. To keep the trail
was a difficult task landslides
and washes fallen trees & brush
have obliterated it in many places
The rocks are mostly sandstones, often
times showing beautiful geode like
clusters of Calcite crystals.
Jacob's Ladder, or Jack's Ladder is
one of the most difficult part of
the road, but this we passed in
safety. About a mile below we
found a small spring – and
nothing could have been more
pleasing – Water – Water – clear & pure,
and plenty of it – How we drank,
held our hands in the stream,
splashed ourselves – ah! thirst is
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water. At 7 p.m. we threw ourselves
down on the sand on the shores
of the Colorado River – It is a
deep and rushing stream, and the
✓ rocky sides of the Cañon rise on
either side to a height of 3000–5000
feet – terrible – awe-ful. We
munched pieces of our dried scones
and fruit; enjoyed a bath in
the river, and lay down on the
sand to sleep – without any covering 
– devoid of even coats & vests. We
slept well. The aspect of
those forbidding walls is more
awe-inspiring by night than by
day – Darkness adds a feeling
of terror to that of awe.
	—June 17—
Rose at first break of day.
Spent some little time examining
the shores of the river or rather
the shore for we did not cross
Colorado River at this place is
sandy. Quicksand bottom is
marked. Double currents are
often seen – the water flowing
up one side & down the other.
We were told of this feature by
Bro. Seegmiller who says at
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	After travelling about 4 miles on
the return we stopped to rest. As a
precautionary measure we had brought
along with us a few pounds of flour;
this we mixed and baked on hot rocks,
and it was indeed good. The return
trip was over the same ground as
the descent had been – though
going up is somewhat harder than
stepping down. At the foot of
Jacob's Ladder I found the skeleton
of the mule killed by the Powell Party.
We reached the saddle at 34 p.m. and
then had 4 hours hard travel to camp.
Our endurance was severely taxed;
but it seemed to us so much
suffering would have been averted if
water were but procurable. Reached
Camp at 7 p.m. – as tired a crowd as
you would wish to see. All seemed
too tired to eat – we only wished
water & rest. And we had both,
though but little of the former.
Yesterday & today we have walked 50
miles: but this says little of the
hardships of the trip. Still we
have been able to see the Grand
Canon & study its formation & structure
from the top to the bottom. My dreams
tonight were of rippling springs and
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		June 18
Rose early and started for water.
Rode to Wild Cat Cañon and camped
for breakfast at noon. The 
hill to be climbed on the way
to the Park is a severe one. One
of the horses, belonging to Bro. Nelson,
became so worn out that he had 
to be left; we put the pack 
on the others. Reached Demott
Park again in the early evening.
Stopped at an Indian Camp on the
way, and procured a haunch of
venison.
The brethren at the Park Ranch
were delighted and surprised to
see us back so soon; but
more surprised than ever to
hear of our successful trip.
		June 19		Sunday
Spent quietly at the Park. We
appreciate the day of rest.
		June 20
Bro. Nelson succeeded in bringing
his horse into camp. He was
left here. Bro Cronall killed a 
deer this morning. Travelled back
to Ochre; took dinner at Bro. 
Naegle's. Stopped in afternoon
at Bro. George Naegle's place,
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riding animal is very tired as in fact
all are; and Bro. George Naegle offered
me a trade for a fine looking desert-
pony, though wild and unbroken. I
accepted. Bro. George Naegle had
accompanied us to the Park intending
to visit the Cañon, but turned back
on hearing af the nature of the under-
taking – he wisely considering himself
unfitted for the task owing to a
recent accident he had met with.
In the evening we pushed on to
Bro Naegle's lower place and camped
here.
			June 21
Were favored with breakfast at the
house. Then started toward Kanab.
– a 40 mile ride with but one
watering place – about 32 miles from
the starting place. Met Bro D E.
Woolley at Hardscrable on the
road. Reached Kanab at night and
were kindly treated by Bro Marrigee
– the Tithing Office Clerk. Our
animals were provided with hay
and stabling. He placed his office
at our disposal – we gladly accepted &
spent the time till late writing
letters.
	Today we met with an instance of
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appears remarkable. We saw an
Indian travelling on foot across the
Desert. He was going to Kanab he
said – his horse had fallen ill.
He was then loaded with a tolerably
heavy pack. The idea of under-
taking a trip of 40 miles afoot
through an Arizona water <desert> without water
or food (for he carried none) is appalling
We offered him a spare mule
which was in the party. He
accepted; but after riding some 
hours – white stile 10-15 miles from
Kanab he got tired of riding with
no saddle. Said he "Indian heap
tired – Indian walk." So he walked.
One of our party, while posting some
letters very late at Kanab saw
the Indian – he had made the trip
		—June 22—
Spent some time in early morning
getting horse shod Etc; then started
toward upper Kanab; visiting Crocodile
Spring on the way. A very hard
ride. We reached Bro. F. B. Woolley's
place at night, and found there 
2 of our former students were
kindly treated.
		—June 23—
Soon after starting this morning,
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violent bucking exercise I doubt
which suffered more – the horse or
myself. I am not used to such
antics and was badly shaken up
The saddle I used was quite narrow
in front, and the horse drove this by
his jumping so forcibly forward as to
bruise his shoulders and ruthers considerably.
A singular thing.
We drove on to Prest. Woolleys place
and were kindly recieved and
treated by Sister Woolley – the Prest.
himself is not at home. Rested
till afternoon; then went in to Asa
Creek on the way to Panguitch. Camped
on the bank of the Sevin – Enjoyed
a delightful bath.
		—June 24—
Made early started. Camped for breakfast
below Hillsdale. Proceeded through
Panguitch to Veder's Ranch. Camped
		—June 25—
Proceeded toward Marysvale, which
we hoped to reach by evening. Ex-
perienced a storm in Circle Valley,
which put out our Camp fire and
washed away our dough for [-]we were
then in camp preparing dinner. Went
to a house some distance off, and 
were permitted to cook there. Travelled
till near midnight, and then camped

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per-face, finding a good feeding
place for our animals. No wood near
however – so we made the best we
could of wet grass for a bed
		—June 26—	Sunday —
Sun soon dried the grass and
made our camp pleasant. We
got wood from a house near by &
were happy. Bros. Nelson & Pratt
left the party today and travelled
to Richfield.
		—June 27—
Started for Richfield via Elsinore.
By a fragment of a paper which
accidentally fell into our hands
today we learn that Prof Maeser
and Bro. Keeler are travelling
through the counties south of Provo,
in the interests of the B.Y. Academy
and that they have an appointment
today at Elsinore. We went to
the Bishop's house, and enjoyed a
visit with the brethren. Reached
Richfield at night, and were
kindly viewed and treated by Bro.
Nelson's Uncle - a Mr August
Nelson.
		—June 28—
Moved onward. Camped for dinner
at Salina, then pressed on to
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below the town. Plenty of grass water
and mosquitoes here.
		——June 29——
Rode to Manti before breakfast.
Stopped here to examine Temple
Quarry etc. Bro. Pratt rejoined us here,
and the party is together once more.
We then drove on to Mount Pleasant,
– the home of Bro. Allen one of
our party. His folks kindly received
and entertained us. So the first of
our party is home.
		——June 30—
This morning the party disbanded,
Allen stays here, Nelson goes to
Moroni & the rest of us move
northward toward Provo & Salt Lake
City. We made a financial settlement
and found the whole expenses of the
party (excluding horse hire) to be only
$50– about $10 apiece. This is remarkably
cheap. We parted in good spirits.
Shipped our specimens and outfit
by train. Pratt, Caroll and
myself travelled on, Took lunch
at Indianola, at the residence
of Bro Seeley. Stopped at night
at a ranch about 10 miles farther
down. My horse is suffering
severely the results of his bruises.
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		July 1
Made early start. Stopped at
Warm Springs to rest our
animals and eat breakfast;
pushed on and about 2.30 reached
Provo. And I am glad to be
home. Bros. Pratt & Cronall hurry on
to Salt Lake.
	It required but a short time
to change my clothes and to look
and feel like another person.
Spent afternoon in resting, visiting
friends etc; and spent the night
in a sound sleep.
		July 2
Visited folks on the farm; found
all tolerably well. Took my
horse out and left him there
to recuperate and be doctored by
Pa for his sore & bruised shoulders
	Today I visited Sister Zella Webb, the
young lady who has been so terribly
afflicted by fire (See January 23 page 200)
I find her but little if any 
improved in body. She had been
living this weary time in a state
often of maddening pain. The
wounds heal but little if at all.
Oh 'tis a dreadful thing; and
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to learn the explanation. The hot
weather increases her sufferings; yet
she bears all with wonderful resig-
nation.
	—July 3—Sunday
Attended Third Ward Sabbath School
in morning, and addressed the school
by request of the Supt. In the
afternoon preached before the Stake
assembly.
	—July 4 —
The Nations' birthday. It was
appropriately celebrated in Provo — a
very impressive procession and programme.
The Non Mormon people, or as they
call themselves the Liberal Party
refused to accept the importation of
the Peoples' Party and celebrate the
day together. 
	In the evening attended Theatre.
		—July 5—
Indulged in an evening ride –
– a most pleasant experience.
Riding toward the mountains, I  saw the
moon rise five successive times.
		—July 7—
In the afternoon went with Bro.
Driggs and family to his place by
Utah Lake. He has a house there
and a family living in it to
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delightful time - Fishing, boating
and bathing. I am afraid we did
not retire till near morning,
the lake scenery was so pleasant
		—July 8—
Returned home very early, pleased
highly with the "out."
		—July 10—Sunday
Went to Spanish Fork by
morning train to visit the
Sabbath School. Did so – a pleasant
and successful time. Addressed
the school, also the afternoon
meeting. Returned to Provo by
evening train.
		—July 11—
An incident occurred tonight
which is significant, showing
the spirit of our enemies who
live among us here. A call from
the School Trustees had been published
for a meeting to elect a Trustee
for the ensuing term. As usual
comparatively few of our people
were there. The Liberals however
were out in force, and while
our people were sitting on the
outside of the building, enjoying
the cool evening breezes, and waiting
for others to gather, the appointed
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stealthily entered the room; quietly
elected the officers of the meeting,
put in nomination a liberal can-
didate for the office of School
Trustee, and were on the point of 
taking the ballot (which would 
have been a legal action), when 
our party healing of the stratagem,
hurried into the room and
voted down the nominee, putting
our own man in place. The
trick was a sharp one – though
happily unsuccessful.
		—July 12—
Today I attended a specially called
meeting of the High Council and
Bishops of the Stake. Prest. F.
D. Richards of the Apostles was
present, and presented the topic 
of the present application made
by the people of Utah for
admission into the Union as a
State. This is the fifth application of
the sort made by the people since
their settlement here, yet the
present movement is by all means
far more important and momentous
than others of the sat have been.
A Constitution has been procured to
be submitted to Congress, embodying
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this is regarded by many as a 
partial denial of the principle. As
such however I for one cannot
regard it. However, we were
informed today that the General
Authorities approve & endorse the
step is the most prudent under 
the circumstances. Thus, by all
means we wish it success.
	To-day too I received a 
Testimonial from the Board
and Faculty of the Academy on the
subject of my withdrawal, and
indeed it is highly prized. 
A document of the sort will
probably be of value to me
while in the East. As I was 
given an extra blank copy
I embody it in my Journal. 
on the next page.
	At present I am not
decided where to go, but I 
trust my course will be 
clear upon that point as 
it was on the ocassion of 
my last journey East. The 
Academy is appointed to open
August 8 – no definite arrange-
ments have yet been made for
the  conducting of the Scientific
Department. This I am sorry to say,

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—Copy—

					BRIGHAM YOUNG ACADEMY,
					PROVO CITY,	UTAH TERRITORY.
							JULY 12, 1887.
			[A Beehive with the words "HOLINESS TO THE LORD."]

					PROFESSOR JAMES E. TALMAGE.
	The occasion of your temporary withdrawal from the Faculty of this Institution, enjoins upon the undersigned the duty of
giving expression to the high appreciation in which your servic[--] as a Teacher, your standing as a Scholar, and your char-
acter as a Gentleman are held by this Institution in general, and by us individually.
	During the five years that our Scientific Department has been under your charge, it has not only developed from an
almost embryonic condition to a leading feature in this Academy, but it has also attained an enviable reputation among similar
institutions in this Territory.									In accordance with the foregoing, we issue, therefore, this
						TESTIMONIAL
With the earnest desire that you may be as prosperous in your future studies for the good of your fellowmen, as you have been useful in your past labors in
the Brigham Young Academy.

[Column 1]
In behalf of the Board of Trustees:==
A. O. Smoot President.
Wilson H. Dusenberry Secretary.

[Column 2]
In behalf of the Faculty:==
Karl G. Maeser Principal.
Joseph B. Keeler

		Copy.
[A sticker with a piece of fabric]

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		—July 15—
Visited folks on the farm. Found
all tolerably well.
		—July 16—
Was honored today with a "Testi-
monial of Respect" for past service
from the B. Y. Academy Polysophical
Society. It is a printed document,
and as I have a blank copy
I incorporate it, pages 274-275.
		—July 17— 	Sunday
By appointment Elder Glazier
and myself went to Alpine as
Home Missionaries. We addressed
the regular Meeting, the Sabbath
School and a Teacher's Meeting.
Returned to Provo in evening.
		—July 18—
Accepted an invitation from the
Committee of Arrangements to deliver
a short address on the occasion
of the celebration of pioneer day
in Utah (July 24) The subject
assigned me is "Utah as it is."
		—July 22—
Quite a remarkable case of
poisoning through absorption came
under my notice today. The
patient was Sister Zella Webb,
mention of whose terrible sufferings
I have already made (See July 2" last)

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The attending physician had ordered
the admixture of a very small
quantity of the official preparation
of Stramonium ointment to be
mixed with the dressing for the
wounds. In less than half an hour
from the time of its application
a high fever was manifest –
– face dry and brawny, mouth
parched, sensation of heaviness
in head and dizziness, dilated
pupils and a consequently indistinct 
vision, noises in head, pulse
125–130 per minute. The doctor
stated that if the same amount
of the extract as was applied to
the burns had been taken in-
wardly it would have produced
a scarcely perceptable effect in
a much longer time. 'Tis a
remarkable case of rapid absorption.
The most striking of the symptoms
wore off in about 12 hours.
	    —July 24— 	Sunday
This is the anniversary of the
entrance of the pioneers into Salt
Lake Valley, but owing to its
being the Sabbath all demon-
strations in honor of the day are
set for tomorrow.
		Con. page

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—Copy—

					BRIGHAM YOUNG ACADEMY,
					PROVO CITY,	UTAH TERRITORY.
							JULY 12, 1887.
			[A Beehive with the words "HOLINESS TO THE LORD."]

					PROFESSOR JAMES E. TALMAGE.
	The occasion of your temporary withdrawal from the Faculty of this Institution, enjoins upon the undersigned the duty of
giving expression to the high appreciation in which your service as a Teacher, your standing as a Scholar, and your char-
acter as a Gentleman are held by this Institution in general, and by us individually.
	During the five years that our Scientific Department has been under your charge, it has not only developed from an
almost embryonic condition to a leading feature in this Academy, but it has also attained an enviable reputation among similar
institutions in this Territory.									In accordance with the foregoing, we issue, therefore, this
						TESTIMONIAL
With the earnest desire that you may be as prosperous in your future studies for the good of your fellowmen, as you have been useful in your past labors in
the Brigham Young Academy.
[Column 1]
In behalf of the Board of Trustees:—
A. O. Smoot President.
Wilson H. Dusenberry Secretary.

[Column 2]
In behalf of the Faculty:—
Karl G. Maeser Principal.
Joseph B. Keeler

		Copy.
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	— July 24 Sunday — (Cont.)
Today I went to fall [---] Spanish
Fork by morning train, in company 
with a great member of the
brethren from Provo, to attend the 
funeral of Patriarch Zebedee
Coltrin – who at the time of
his death, was the oldest
member of the Priesthood on the 
earth. His life has been one of 
energy, faithfulness and suffring.
Myself and Elders Maeser and Booth
of Provo were kindly entertained 
by Bro. Jos Reese. 
	Returned to Provo by evening
train. Addressed the Third Ward
meeting by call of the Bishop. 
	— July 25 —
Quite elaborate preparations had
been made for the celebration of 
"pioneer day", in the form of a 
processional display, intended
to present a contrast between
Utah as it was, and as it is. Almost
every branch of industry which is 
at all followed by ones people was
to have been represented. But, word 
came of the precarious condition, and
even dangerous state of the health
of President Taylor's health, and 
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with all exercises except 
the Meeting Services. According to
previous appointment I delivered a
short address in "Utah as it is."
Spent rest of day quietly. Attended
theatre in evening.
	——July 26——
Early to-day news was received
that Pres. John Taylor died
at 7.55 last night. The
news is sad, but indeed far
less startling than it might
have been from the constant
reports made during the last
few weeks of his failing health.
The cause of his death as stated
by his advisers and companions
is general dissolution of the
vital powers, superinduced by
the almost inhuman persecution
and forced exile exercised upon
him during the last two years
and a half.
Now, for the third time in
the history of the Church, the
people are called to mourn the
loss of their leader, prophet, seer,
and revelator. He has done a
noble work – is a martyr in
body & feelings to a God hating opposition
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	   —July 29—
Went to Salt Lake City to attend
and witness the funeral services
of Prest. John Taylor. The 
proceedings were impressive,
and striking by orderly. The
✓ thousands of people in attendance
were directed with a precision
little short of the marvellous.
Utah has seen few days of
morning at all comparable
to this.
	    —July 30—
Today I became impressed of
with the wisdom of recording
under the proper date any
act of administering for the sick
and such like ordinances. I have
neglected doing such in the
past. A sister inquired of me
the date of an administration
in which I officiated some time
ago, and I was unable to give
it
In this connection, I might
begin by referring to an administration
in which I officiated in Sister
Zella Webb, on Tuesday last, July 26.

		—July 31—	Sunday
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in the capacity of a representative
of the Stake Superintendency.
		—August 1—
Election day: voted the Peoples'
Ticket, including an affirmative
vote on the question of the adoption
of the proposed State constitution.
Started today on a short ex-
cursion long planned by Bro-Driggs
and family and myself We went
to Pleasant Grove, thence East to
the mountains.
		—Aug. 5—
The week has been pleasantly
spent, and I have been con-
siderably improved in health by the
"out"	Returned home tonight.
		—Aug. 6—
Visited folks in the farm. Ad-
ministered to Sister Zella Webb.
		—Aug 7—	Sunday
Elder Glazier and myself went
to American Fork today in the
capacity of Home Missionaries. We attended
the Prayer Circle Meeting and ad-
dressed the following:–  Sunday School,
Afternoon regular Meeting, and a
Conjoint Meeting of the Improvement
Associations at night. Returned
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	Aug. 8
Today the regular session
of the Brigham Young Academy
opened for the twelfth academic 
year. I attended the exercises and
delivered a short address in
the capacity of a member of
the Board of Trustees. I confess
it was with peculiar, and almost
regretful feelings that I saw the
institution in progress and I
taking no active part as an
instructor; 'tis the first time
for years that such an experience
has been mine.
		—Aug 10—
Today, Prest A O Smoot requested
an interview. He pointed out the
present position of the Academy
and the disadvantages of intro-
ducing a new corps of teachers,
and urged that if not incon-
sistent with my wishes and the
counsel of authority under
which I am acting in my
present preparations to leave
for the East, I should again
forego that undertaking. I answered
that my own desires and personal
plans should be and would be
held secondary in matters

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pertaining to so important an
institution as the B. Y. Academy,
and although I am now on the 
verge of starting – some of my
packing already done – I would
stop at once if so directed.
	I went to Salt Lake City
by evening train.
	Tomorrow is the date fixed and
set for the judicial execution
of one Frederick Hopt, alias
"Welcome," the convicted mur-
durer of John F. Turner. The
horrible crime was committed
now seven years ago, but by
miscarriages of justice, delay and
postponements, the criminal
has been saved from his fate till
now. According to law executions
in this Territory must be private-
only the necessary officials being
present. The law permits the
Marshall however to call to
his aid as many deputies
(who act as peace officers) as
he may choose, and in this
way the favored few are ad-
mitted. I was honored tonight
with an invitation. I hesitated
for some time, questioning myself
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be anything more than mere
curiosity which prompted me
so to do. I concluded however to be
present, and thus add to my ex-
perience in such matter. On
signifying my wishes, I received
from Marshall Frank H. Dyer an
appointment and a commission
as Deputy United States Marshall.
This is a new dignity.
	Stayed at night at Valley House.
		  —Aug 11—
A lovely morning. About 9 a.m.,
in company with other "Deputy
Marshalls (!!) I started for that
pile of mud and adobes known
as the Utah Penitentiary. At
12 m. active preparations for the fatal
stroke were made. The condemned
man was seated in a chain 36 feet
from the muzzles of 5 rifles pro-
truding from a tent erected for
the purpose. At 12.40 the guns
were fine. Death was instantaeous
He died unflinchingly, still pro-
testing that he ought not to
be in his present position and
would not be there if fair
play had been accorded him in
his trial. Justice in his case has
been long delayed, but it is satisfied

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at last. In the afternoon I
had a conversation with Apostle
F.D. Richards and indirectly through
him with others of the Twelve,
regarding the proposed suspension
of my Eastern trip. The authorities
leave the matter in my hands,
wishing however that I consider
the interests of our Home Institutions 
as well as my own feelings in the
matter.
	Returned home by night train.
		—Aug 12—
The Board of Trustees of the B.Y.A.
met today at the residence of
Bro. H. H. Cluff- he being ill I 
attended. The Board passed a
resolution requesting me to forego
for the present my proposed trip
East, and remain in the Academy
I made a short speech, and before
✓ I hardly realized what I was about,
and in fact in direct contradiction
to the state of my personal feelings, I 
promised to remain.
		—Aug 13—
So sudden a change in my plans 
-affects me strangely. Visited  the
folks on farm today. They all
✓ seem highly pleased. My friends
congratulate me, and yet I feel

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disappointed. Spent most of day in
unpacking, and preparing for work
<Administered to Sister Zella Webb.>
		—Aug 14—		Sunday
Attended and addressed the Third
Ward Meeting by call of Bishop.
		—Aug 15—
Resumed labors in the Academy
again. Change! Change!! Change!!!
I think I shall never feel to
make definite plans again. My
position this year is "Professor of
Sciences" – I am relieved from all
extra and outside duties.
Administered to the child of Bro.
George Chonles.
	—Aug 16—
Went to Salt Lake City by evening
train to procure supplies for
Scientific Dept. Returned to
Provo same night.
	—Aug 17—
Administered twice to the child
of Bro. George Chonles.
	    Aug 17
Assisted in again administering
to Bro Chonles' Child.
	—Aug 20—
Assisted in administering to child
of Bro Chonles and also administered
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	—Aug 21—		Sunday
Attended Missionary Meeting
at the Brigham Young Academy
In evening, according to a
previous appointment I went to
American Fork and delivered a
lecture on "The Habit of Intem-
perance," under the auspices
of the Y. P. M.IA. Stayed
at the residence of Bro. Wm
W. Jackson.
	Today I was appointed in
conjunction with Elder Glazier to
preach in Pleasant Grove. I missed
the train however and as I had
once already spoken in Pleasant
Grove, out of my regular turn (May 15)
I did not adopt any extreme
measures to reach the place.
		—Aug 22—
Returned to Provo by morning train.
I have had a project in view
for some time regarding the safety
of the B.Y.A Laboratory at night.I have been long convinced that
the place is not guarded as it
should be. I  proposed to the
Board a week ago to enlarge my
office so as to admit a lounge
and my books, and then I would
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at once adopted, and acted upon
and for a few days repairs have
been in progress. All necessary
goods and chattels have been removed
from my home office, and I find
myself tonight stowed away in
a snug little corner room of the
large warehouse, at present
forming the temporary quarters of
the Brigham Young Academy. Here
I shall be quiet and alone, in
little or no danger of interrup-
tion in my studies and labors.
This is a great contrast with
the little room I have been
occupying at Fathers' place
up town. That was a frame
front room, built originally as
a store and standing on the
main street. At times the situa-
tion was anything but secluded
and quiet. However I have spent
many happy hour's there, and
feel the sadness of a "good-bye"
in leaving it.
	    —August 23. ——
Commenced boarding at the
residence of Bro. Josiah Cluffs,
situated very close to the
Academy. It would be
inconvenient to me to board

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so far from the Academy as
Bro Drigg's residence, at which
I have been staying since
November 15 last. By the way,
Bro Driggs and family moved
yesterday from their former
residence in the Third Ward,
to a home in the Fourth
Ward of the city, even farther
from my office as at present
located than their former place
was. A change in my boarding
place is not a tufling matter
to me. My stay at Bro. Drigg's
has been in all respects so
pleasant and agreeable that
I dislike the thought of a 
change.
		—August 24—
Sister Zilla Webb to whom I have
repeatedly made reference in 
my journal since the time of
her terrible accident and <during> the
course of her fearful suffering
appears somewhat worse tonight;
so much so in fact as to cause
her friends immediate alarm.
I assisted in administering to
her twice the secured time in
cooperation with President Wilford
Woodruff the Prest. of the Apostles

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I stayed with the family during
the night. She rallied from the
very low condition into which
she had fallen before morning,
and appeared somewhat better.
		—August 25—
Administered to Sister Maud Wool-
fenden, one of the students
		—Aug 26—
In to-day's issue of the "Territorial
Enquirer" appears a two-column
article on "The Scientific Dept. of the
B. Y. Academy." It is a flattering
review of our facilities and labors, and I
am deeply thankful that the Dept,
is considered worthy of such praise
		—Aug 28— Sunday
Addressed and presided at the B.Y.A.
Missionary Meeting in morning. In
the afternoon preached at the regular
Stake Meeting by call of the Presidency.
Also addressed the Prayer Circle Meeting.
<Administered to the child of Bro. B. W. Driggs>
			—Aug 29—
Attended regular meeting of the High
Council.

	End of Volume II

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[following text written sideways on front cover]
J. E. Talmage
Privage Journal
Volume III

[following written on top front cover]
September 1, 
1887

[following written on bottom front cover]
August 31,
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Private Journal

Jas. E. Talmage

	Vol. III

Commencing September 1887
			at
		Provo City, Utah—

Ending August 31, 1890
			at
		Salt Lake City, Utah

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—1887—

Sept. 1."		September 1"

Volume II of "My Journal" is filled
It covers a period of 3 years and 8 months
(Jan. 1884 – Aug. 1887 inclusive), years and
months of constant change in plans,
occupation and surroundings; but was
there ever Time not characterized by change?
	I find myself today snugly sconced
in a little private office in the
building at present occupied (though it
is hoped but temporarily) by the
Brigham Young Academy in Provo, Utah,
and attending to the duties of my position
in that institution viz – Professor in charge
of the Scientific Department. I use my
office also as a sleeping room, that I
may be near my library and laboratory;
and I take my meals at the residence of
Bro. Josiah Cluff – situated within 3
minutes' walk of the Academy. My
time during the day is well occupied
in the labors of the Scientific Department,
delivering daily lectures, (each 30 minutes)
on Physics Chemistry, Geology, Descriptive
Astronomy, Biology and Phonography, and

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attending to the practical Laboratory Work
connected with the same. My bodily
exercise consists principally in walking
before and after school hours, and in
horseback riding. I find it advisable 
to keep a horse for that purpose.
	I would judge my position and surroundings
calculated to inspire pleasure in the breast
of an unambitious, or rather an unsel-
fishly ambitious and contented individual.
When Memory reverts to this time in
the future, "a pleasant one – and one that
ought to have been happy" will be the
verdict. We seldom appreciate and
enjoy the present as we think we
did the past. Distance of time lends a
halo of enchantment to our lives.
Sept 2. Administered to the child of Bro. B.W.
Driggs Jr.  _________
Sept. 3.  	Attended the regular sessions of the Utah
Stake Quarterly Conference, and the
High Priests' Quorum Meeting in the 
evening. At night, attended the Theatre
to witness an operatic performance by
our home talent.________
Sept. 4	Sunday.
	Attended sessions of Conference
again. In the afternoon addressed the

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congregation on the subject of "Schools
among the Latter-day Saints" by call
of the Presidency. I was resustained
by vote in my former ecclessiastical
position as "Alternate to the High Council"
and Assistant Stake Supt. of Sabbath Schools,
and was reappointed a Home Missionary
for the Stake.————
Sept. 6 Went to Salt Lake City by evening
train to purchase materials for use
in the Scientific Dept. Returned to Provo
by night train.—————
Sept. 7 Visited the folks on the farm. Pa
is suffering considerably from Rheumatism
Sept. 9 Went to Salt Lake City, and returned
same night- on business connected with
the Scientific Dept. While in the City today
an interesting surprise befell me. I 
met a former student of the Lehigh
University – a Mr Hanover – whom
I remember as a Freshman at the time
of my pleasant sojourn at that in–
stitution. He is engaged in Assaying
in Salt Lake City. I was in a great
hurry, endeavoring to catch the train at the
time of the meeting, and so our chat was
a short one. I hope and expect however
that we meet again soon.

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Sept. 10	Administered to Sister Smith, mother of
		Don Smith, one of our students.
Sept. 11 	Sunday
			In the afternoon addressed the
		regular Stake meeting for a short time
		on the subject of "Education". In the 
		evening I spoke by appointment on 
		the same subject before the Third
		Ward Meeting.
		Assisted in administering to Sister Zella Webb.
Sept. 12 	In the afternoon I attended the
		funeral services, and officiated therein as
		Chaplain, of Mr. Bee – a neighbor
		to us when we lived in town. He has
		been agreat and an imbecile sufferer 
		for many years.
		In the evening I assisted again in
		administering to Sister Zella Webb
		and stayed at the house all night. She
		has been taken somewhat worse and
		appears to be sinking. Her sufferings are
		most terribly intense yet she bears
		them with heroic fortitude
Sept 13.	Sister Zella seems to have rallied from
		the extra attack of pain and weakness
		under which she has been suffering
		during the few days last passed. I stayed
		again by her bedside during the night.

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The spirit of peaceful resignation which is
		resting upon her is truly angelic. This has
		been with her ever since the admin-
		istration was performed upon her by
		Prest. Woodruff Aug. 24. She contemplates
		death as one would naturally think of
		a proposed pleasure journey. She preaches
		a strong sermon by her heroic endurance.
Sept. 14	Sister Zella Webb has suffered so much,
		and longs for death so sincerely, that
		tonight, the President of the Stake and
		other elders were called and we dedicated
		her to the Lord for death if such be
		His Almighty Will. After the ordinance
		she seemed at peace from her pains. I
		staid again to watch during the night.
Sept. 15	Staid again during the night at
		Sister Webb's. Zella's endurance is
		phenomenal. She is sustained by a
		higher power than mere physical strength.
		She has now gone 8 days without any
		nourishment at all.
Sept. 16	Again we administered to Sister Zella
		– reconfirming her dedication. Staid again
		to watch during the night.
Sept. 17.	Watched again by the bedside of Zella
		during the night. She appeared to be very
		rapidly sinking. She felt that she was

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Sept. 17	dying, though she has had this present- 
must several tries before and such
proved to be a mistake. 
Sept 18 Sunday 
	In the early morning the friends
of Zella were gathered about her couch, 
constantly expecting her to breathe her last.
Yet again she rallied. 
In the afternoon I attended and addressed a 
meeting of the sabbath schools of the city, 
known as the S.S. Reunion.
Staid again at Zella's during the night.
Sept 19-20 Watched both nights at Sister Zella's side. 
She has been without nourishment now for
12 days – is reduced to a new skeleton, 
and yet she lives and suffers. Internal
disorders, painful and dangerous have 
set up of late, so that the pain of 
her extensive burns terrible as that 
must be is of secondary importance. 
Sept 21 This is my birthday – 25 years old. May 
I be better in spirit on my next birthday. 
I have been setting up in the sick room
now for 9 nights in succession, and have 
attended to my usual daily labor without 
interruption; but I am really growing
somewhat alarmed over my condition. Sleep 
seems to have left me. For the last

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216 hours, I have not slept soundly at
all, and have dozed less than 15 hours,
or below 1/14. During that time my appetite
has been seriously impaired – seldom I have
eaten more than once, and never more than
twice daily. I have sacrificed my rest
to stay with Zella night after night, 
because I saw she and her devoted though
worn-out mother felt more at ease if
I were present, than if a stranger were
called in. And again it is desirable that
someone shall be on constant watch
who bears the priesthood, and I find
less than one man in three score who
is able to stay awake at night in
the sick room. I am fortunate in being
able to do so; and if I can do the
least towards giving that afflicted
family ease, I seek to do so <it.>
I trust my health will not suffer.
Tonight I did not stay there; thinking
I would best seek sleep. I was able
to remain in bed in all less than
5 hours, and less than 1/2 of that time
was able to slumber. 'Tis an abnormal
state of excitement brought on doubtlessly
by anxiety and nervous stimulation.
It will take time to subside.

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Sept. 22-23	Stayed both nights with Zella, and
administered to her. She has been
now 15 days without nourishment. Such
endurance is wonderful. The Lord truly
works in mysterous ways.
Sept 24 This is Saturday, and having no funeral
appointment I tried hard to sleep during
the early part of the day, and under
the advice of a physician took a 
heavy opiate. This brought on a two
hours' slumber, from which I awoke
with an excruciating headache ac-
companied by a severe tooth ache - an
experience I have never before passed
through. During this sleepless spell
my bodily weight has fallen off
15 pounds. I trust there is less danger
than many of my friends seem to
think and than I fear.
Tonight again I staid at Sister Zella's
Sept. 25. Sunday
	In the early morning I admin-
istered to the child of Bro. F. Raile - a
recent emigrant from Palestine - one
 of my friend, Bro Tanner's converts.
	Today an attack of sore throat
made its appearance. This is an
old affection with me. At the request

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of the family I stopped all night at
		Sister Webb's. I cannot help but regard
		the opportunity of watching by the
		side of that dying girl as a great and
		blessed privilege. She has been to
		me a teacher. In her moments of
		worst agony she has display a a
		spirit of never failing fortitude and
		courage. Her nearest approach to a 
		complaint has been "When will God
		grant me release, and call my spirit
		home?" Death to her is looked forward
		to as a most welcome visitor. She
		has talked to me many times of her
		glimpses of the other world, and
		regrets that we cannot all accom-
		pany her for our sakes. Her nature
		has been purged of everything gross
		and temporally weak. To me she
		appears as the purest and noblest 
		being I have ever had the privilege 
		of associating with.
Sept. 26	Zella is rapidly sinking – dying
		without doubt of starvation. My
		sore throat has grown today very
		rapidly worse. I have been unable
		to talk aloud before my classes, and
		have occupied them in written reviews.

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Sep. 26 (con) Tonight I retired early staying at
the residence of Sister Tanner, that
I could be easily reached if needed at
Sept 27 Zella's. I was called at 3 a.m.; and
found her suffering greatly. I administered
to her, she seemed then easier; fell
into a dose, but soon awoke in delirium.
I have been again unable to talk so
that I could be understood today and
could not appear before my classes.
Tonight I stayed at Sister Tanner's again,
but rose and visited Zella during the
nght though I did not stop. She
lies in unconsciousness. A slower mode
of death, a more gradual dissolution
I cannot imagine
Sept. 28. Throat better today. In the evening
I called at the residence of Sister
Webb, and found that Death had come
to Zella's release at 7.30 p.m. She is 
now at peace. Yet, though her friends
have been expecting, and in fact
desiring her departure from this – to 
her a world of torture, – we seem sadly
prepared for it, and the call strikes us
with alarm and sorrow.
Sept. 29.	Zella requested before her death that
as long as her body remained unburied

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it should not be left in the charge
of strangers; but if it were possible
the same watchers as had been on duty
during the latter part of her illness should
be present. This being so I took my
turn tonight in watching by the
remains of my departed sister & friend
Sept 30 Today there fell to my lot the discharge
of the saddest duty of my life. Since
an early period in Zella's suffering,
she has ever requested that if she
was taken hence I should preach
her funeral sermon. I have not before
mentioned her request, as I had hoped
and prayed to be spared the sad
undertaking. I have felt strangely
sympathetic with that dear girl, and
to speak at her funeral cost me the
keenest pangs of anguish. By the
help of God I discharge the duty.
Elder K. G. Maeser, & Prest. A. O Smoot added supplementary remarks.
It was the intention of the family, after
the services to remove the body to
her former home — Payson.  This was
done on the evening train. I accompanied
the remains, riding in the express car
with casket, and taking charge of the
same till it was deposited in the
home of Zella's Sister — Mrs Stark. As

[The following is written sideways in left margin]
Mention should be made here of an incident which occured today
as it may be needed for a future reminder. After the formal
services were closed, Sister Alexander — wife of Wm Alexander, and
Sister to my friend George Coray, asked of me a promise that if she
died before myself, and it were possible I would preach her funeral
sermon. I promised as requested.

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Sep. 30 con this is the last night her remains will
be above earth, I assumed the duty
of sitting as watcher again. And under
such conditions I cannot feel alone. There
is an influence of peace about her
body which I cannot but deeply experience
Bro. George Smoot, to whom the young
lady was engaged to be married at the
time of her accident also accompanied the
remains but did not feel equal to the
undertaking of remaining at the house.
October 1. The interment took place today at
noon. Our last offices are filled. More
cannot be done. She is at peace may
it be undisturbed. "Dust to dust"
"Ashes to Ashes" – but not Zella to dust,
or my sister and friend to Ashes. –
May God comfort her sorrowing family.
I returned to Provo by evening train.
Oct. 2	Sunday
	Presided at the B. Y. Academy
Missionary Meeting. In the afternoon
attended the Conference of the Mutual
Improvement Associations.
Oct 3. It is and has been my desire to do
something – all that lies within
my power though that be  but
little – toward assisting in

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defraying the expenses connected
with Zella's long illness and death.
I have talked over the matter with
several friends of the family; they
coincided unfruitly; so today I opened
a subscription owing such true
friends as have been proved, and
such only. It has thus far met a
hearty response.
Oct. 8 Went to Salt Lake City by evening
to attend the Semi Annual
Conference already 2 days in session
Was present at morning and
afternoon services, and returned
to Provo by evening train.
Oct. 9	Sunday.
	In the afternoon it fell to my
lot to preside at the Stake
Meeting, I being the only represen-
tative of the High Council present.
And the stake presidency being
all away. The absence of all is
explained by the fact that conference
is in session in Salt Lake City;
at which I would also have been
present today but for indisposition,
and so I, the least among the
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had to take charge. In the evening
preached in the Third Ward Meeting.
Administered to the son and the
grandson of Bro. Robt. J. Dugdale.
Oct 12	Enjoyed a ride into Rock Canon
today in company with Sister 
Tanner.
	In the evening presented to
Mrs. Webb the result of my effort
to raise her a substantial testi-
monial of the regard of her friends
in the shape of One Hundred
and Forty Dollars ($140) in gold.
She was so surprised as to
be entirely overcome. May it 
do to her good.
Oct. 13. 	Today the Executive Committee 
of the Academy met and fixed
my salary for the year at $1400
with the promise if the year be a
successful one financially that it
be raised to $1500.
Oct. 14	Went to Salt Lake City by evening
train, and procured materials for
scientific dept. Returned to Provo
by night train. Tonight the
term party at the  Academy was
held. I did not attend – I have grown

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to dislike dance-parties as they are usually
conducted. Stayed at Sister Tanners –
– my former boarding place –
too noisy at the Academy.
Oct. 15 Delivered a lecture before the
County Teachers' Association on
the subject "Collecting, and preserving
Cabinets." —————
Oct. 17 Visited folks on the farm. Today I
have suffered through a feeling
of mental depression, and an
presentiment of impending danger
or evil I hastened on the farm
tonight, but was pleased to find
all well; though Mother has been
under the presentiment of similar
ill, but she felt the danger was
over me.
	I left my horse there; an occasion
al ride does me much good in health,
but I am able to use a horse so little
that I felt it wise to leave him
on the farm to be cared for.
Oct. 21	Delivered a lecture before the Poly-
sophical Society of the Academy on
"The Microscope" with lantern
illustrations. This is the old
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Oct. 23	Sunday
	In the morning addressed the Missionary
Meeting. In the evening Elder B. W.
Duggo Jr and I preached in the Third
Ward by appointment as Home Missionaries
This is the first appointment of the kind
since my being recalled as a Missionary
this year. Elder Duggs and I are to travel
together.
Oct. 26 Delivered a special address before
the students of the higher departments
on "Cholera and Cleanliness" – a Sanity
discourse. I would wish the Academy
to lead out in such matters in the
community; and surely reform in the
direction indicated is sadly needed.
Oct 28. Attended a specially called meeting of
the High Council, appointed to sit on 
trial, but owing to the fact that a
quorum was not present, the meeting
adjourned.
Oct 29 Administered to the child of Bro Summer
Oct 30 Sunday
	In the evening addressed the
First Ward Meeting by call of the Bishopric
Oct 31. Attended regular meeting of the
High Council.

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Nov. 2	Attended regular meeting of the High Priest
		Quorum. This is the first meeting of the
		Quorum for the past eight months,
		although the appointment calls for
		monthly sessions. Of course 'tis from
		this Quorum from which the presiding
		officers of the stake are chosen, and
		such members as hold these positions
		are often excusably absent; and many
		other members are old and infirm;
		but I fear we younger members take
		license from such justifiable absences.
Nov. 4 	Attended a trial meeting of the
		High Council, adjourned from Oct 28.
		I was appointed to fill the place of 
		an absent regular Councillor, and 
		it fell to the turn of the member
		which I held to be speaker on the
		side of justice. The trial lasted
		during the afternoon and evening,
		and the outcome again demonstrated
		strongly that justice is only to be secured
		through inspiration. As I arose according
		to the revealed order of proceedure to
		offer a summing-up address, a
		curtain seemed to be withdrawn from
		my eyes, and a feeling scarcely to be
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circumstances beyond the evidence fell 
upon me; and in direct opposition 
to the intention nearest my mind on 
arising, I spoke contrary to the 
desires of the brother on whose side 
I was speaker. This opinion was 
held by the President in his decision 
and unanimously sustained by the 
council. If a High Council in 
this Church be composed of prayerful 
and god-fearing men, truth will 
be vindicated and justice will 
always be meted out. 
Nov 5 Visited the folks on the farm today; 
and by the advice of Father 
brought my horse down again. I 
have been without a riding animal 
since Oct 17: but an occasional ride 
is of such value to my health that 
I have decided to keep him animal
in town.     ______  ____
Nov 6	Sunday
	In the evening addressed 
the Fourth Ward Meeting in conjunction 
with Bro. Driggs, pursuant to our 
appointments as Home Missionaries. 
Nov 7 According to previous engagement 
tonight I delivered an address

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before the First Ward Young Mens', 
and Young Ladies' Associations in
joint session assembled on "Self-Esteem"
Nov 9 <8> Attended a called session of the 
High Council
Nov 10 <9> Received message from Grandma
at Pleasant Grove, by telephine, that
her husband, Bro. Winters was very ill, and
requested my presence. I rode over after
School exercises; and found him some-
what better. Returned to Provo same
night, calling at the farm both
going and coming. Reached home
near midnight.
Nov. 11	Delivered an experimental lecture
before the Polysophical Society
as "The Chemistry of a Drop of Water"
Nov 12. Delivered the first of a series of
two lectures on "Electricity" before
the "Utah County Teachers' Association"
Today's lecture was devoted to "Frictional
Electricity"; and was accompanied
by Experimental demonstrations. The
Association met today in my lecture
room at the Academy for the purpose.
Nov. 14	Visited folks on the farm in
company with Sister Tanner. – An
enjoyable horseback ride.

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Nov. 20 	Sunday. Presided at and addressed
the Missionary Meeting in morning.
In evening addressed Third Ward
Meeting by call of the Bishop.
Nov. 20	Have been unwell for a day or so
past – a severe attack of neuralgia and
pains in the head, partly resulting I think
from an accidental inhalation of Mercury
fumes some time ago. Today I
was unable to appear before my 
classes
Nov 24. 	Thursday – "Thanksgiving Day" and of
course a holiday. To me it has
been a day of suffering. My face is
swollen on left side very much. The
Dentist says an ulcer has formed at 
the fang of one molar; so he sank an
artesian well to remove the accu-
mulation. I do not wonder that
dentists are unpopular.
Nov. 25	Better today. After all, dentists
do some good in the world. Could
not meet my classes however.
Nov. 26	This was the date set for the
second lecture of the series on
Electricity before the Teachers Convention
of the County, and in spite of my
indisposition I gave it. The special

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topic was "Dynamic Electricity."
Nov 27	Sunday. In morning Elder Duggs and
myself rode to Lake View and there
filled our appointments as Home Mission-
aries. Returned to Provo and attended
regular afternoon meeting.
Nov. 28	Attended regular meeting of the High
Council.
Nov. 29 Attended a special Meeting of the High
Council and sat in the place of No. 4
on a trial.
Nov. 30. In the evening went to Salt Lake
City on business connected with
the Scientific Dept. Returned by the
D&R.G. Midnight Express.
Dec. 3. In December 1881, a friend and myself
purchased an Optical Lantern and a
few views for the purpose of assisting
in public lectures. The friend (Bro. Coray)
subsequently withdrew from the enterprise
and I became sole owner. It was my
intention to procure new views as
rapidly as possible, and if prosperity
favored the enterprise to make lantern
demonstrations a feature of our work
in the Academy. When I went East
however, in August 1882 I disposed of
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No new views were procured during my
absence; and many of the original set
were destroyed in the fire. Since my
return, I have been able to procure
but one set, and through an accident
in transportation, many of these h were
broken. The old stock has been used
so much, that a variety would be to
all a great pleasure. The Academy finances
are as usual low and a question
which I asked the Treasurer as to the
possibility of extending our collection,
and resupplying those that have
been destroyed, was promptly answered 
to the effect that no outlay in this
direction could be at present risked. I
then proposed to the Executive Committee
that if they would purchase of me
my set of "Bancrofts' History" and
assumed the responsibility of my contract
with the publishers for the remainder of
the set (at present 26 vols are assured,
price $5.00 per vol) I would purchase
of the BY Academy the lantern and
views at present owned, and promise
to use as seem equal to the balance
due me between the lantern and
the Histories in procuring a new

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		and improved lanterns and other views,
		which of course should be my private
		property, but I would lecture with the
		apparatus in the institution for the
		benefit of all. My offer was accepted
		by a unanimous vote of the Committee,
		and with the concurrence of the 
		Academic Council and the President
		of the Board.
			This arrangement entails an
		immediate outlay on my part, whereas
		I receive no cash payment for the
		Histories – the credit being simply
		given me on my account. Further-
		more I am put to the task of
		clearing a couple of shelves in my
		library; and this is indeed a
		disagreeable duty. I am not able to
		use my books as I would like; but
		I love them as a miser loves his
		gold. Yet that magnificent set of
		books is devoted to a subject foreign
		to my special work and I would
		rather see the means used for more
		general good.
Dec. 4	Sunday.
				Attended the Stake Con-
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afternoon: and in the evening preached
in the Third Ward by call of the
Bishop.
Dec. 10 I have been suffering considerably at
intervals during the past month,
and I fear such to be the result
of an accidental inhalation of
Mercury fumes through an ac-
cident in the laboratory. I find myself
unable to digest food easily if at all
busily engaged for some hours after
eating. As a trial, during the past
week, I have scrupulously from taking
anything into the stomach before
night. The experience results in
headache, and I feel it will be
better to eat lightly during the day.
Dec 11 <Sunday> Yesterday and today have been the
days of the Stake Quarterly Conference.
I attended all meetings. I was resustained
in former positions.
Dec 17 Went to Salt Lake City partly on
business connected with the Scientific
Dept; but mostly in the expectation
of meeting Bro. J. M. Tanner who is
expected home from his mission. In
the latter hope however I was disappointed
Returned to Provo by evening train

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Dec. 18 Sunday. By direction of the Stake
Presidency I went today to Spanish 
Fork by early morning train and
attended the conference of the Young
Peoples' Mutual Improvement Asso-
ciations. Addressed the morning
meeting. Returned to Provo by
evening train
Dec 19.	Received word that Bro. Tanner
was confidently expected home tonight;
so Bro. Driggs and family, Bro J. B. Keeler,
some members of Bro. Tanner's family
and myself went by the northbound
evening train until the south-bound
train was met – at Lehi Junction.
We had the pleasure of welcoming
my old friend home. He has been
away about 3 1/2 years – in Germany,
Turkey and various parts of Palestine.
His mission has been an extensive
one. Welcome! Welcome home!
Dec. 21	Spent evening at the home of Sister
and Bro. Driggs – at a special gathering
in honor of Bro. Tanner's return. A
pleasant time! His pleasure at reaching
home again amounts almost to an
intoxication – I could almost think
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if attended by such pleasure on the
return. I could almost envy him
his joy.
Dec 23.	Closing exercises of the Academy today.
All passed off quietly. And thus
another half year has fled.
I wonder if the wheels in the great
clock of Time do always move
with regular speed. Of late they seem
to be to spin of if the main
restraining spring was broken.
	In the afternoon, attended a
Board Meeting of the B.Y.A Directors
at which plans for future labor were
discussed. It was decided to prepare
a somewhat exhaustive article on
the B. Y. Academy for early publication,
and certain members of the Board
and others (myself among them) were
appointed to visit different parts
of the stake in the interests of
the institution during the holidays.
Dec 24. In the morning had a conversation
with my sister Sarah, and found
with sorrow that a slight mis-
understanding had arisen between
her and our parents; and in a
hasty moment she had home,

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residing with a neighbor. I felt pleased
to see that all could be straightened
and took her home again in the
evening.
Dec 25 Sunday; and Christmas day.
Spent in regular meetings as usual.
Dec 26 Today is really Christmas as far
as festivities are concerned. Went
early on the farm and spent the
morning and afternoon pleasantly
with the folks Returned to Provo 
by afternoon and attended a
Committee Meeting of the B. Y. A.
Trustees. Attended regular monthly
High Council Meeting in evening.
Dec 28	Busily engaged yesterday and
today in procuring data and
preparing an article on the Academy
for publication.
Dec 31	Went to Salt Lake City by early
morning train to obtain apparatus
for the Scientific Dept.; & failed to
obtain what was wanted. I have
permission from the Board of Trustees
to fix electric bells in the school
building and these I wished to obtain
Returned to Provo by evening train.

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	—January 1—		Sunday

Another New Year's Day! Another
cycle of my life passed into eternity;
– a year of few virtues and many
sins I fear. I feel that the tempter
has greater power than he has had
before over the hearts of men. I see
my own weaknesses in stronger
light than ever before; and I
wonder at the mercy of my God 
in tolerating such: and in ac-
cepting me as a vessel in his
hand. I see hypocrisy among
my fellows all about me – and
I am among the greatest of the
hypocrites – A High Priest of the
living God; and subject to the
petty frailties – or rather let me
say so easily succumbing to 
these frailties – is indeed hypocritical
Self pride – personal ambition – love
of praise – love of authority and
position – these are among the
weakest of my failings. And in
spite of all My Creator blesses me

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with the love and confidence of my
brethren and sisters. Most of them
speak of me as an example worthy
to be followed; but oh! if they 
could see me in as black a guise
as I oft-times appear to myself!
	And yet, amidst this wealth of
affection which I enjoy amongst my
friends and which I regard as the
greatest of God's individual gifts to
me, aside from His Priesthood and
name – amidst it all I say – at
times I feel unloved and alone.
	In my earlier years I scoffed – yes,
actually scoffed at the love of woman.
I boasted in my mind that I could
live without such; and that the
frivolities which I beheld on all sides
between the young of both sexes,
were sins. And yet once I loved –
– in spite of my theories; my views
and resolutions (which by the way
were personal ones – about which
I never asked a word of counsel
or uttered a syllable of prayer
– I thought them too plausibly true)
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Jan. 1. woman – and she was affianced to me;
– then my Eastern journey and stay
were given me – and not wishing
to hinder a daughter of Zion in the
fulfilment of her destiny, I asked
her to accept release from our vows.
Yet she remained faithful to me,
and on my return, again I allowed
my hopes to rise towards a happy
home. These were again destroyed by
the Counsel then given and since
suspended – reviewed and again revoked –
– that I should return East for
another season of years. Well – she
has married – and I am alone.
Oh! at times as I sit in my 
lonely state – amidst my books
and in the solitude I once thought
so desirable – do I sigh for the
cheer of home and the company
of loved ones. I have at times
feared that the Lord would not
grant me the boon of wife
and child – perhaps I am
not worthy such. May He protect
me from every hardening and
corrupting influence. And yet "even
will justice be done."

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Jan 1. 	Today Elder Driggs and myself went
to Timpanogos Ward in the capacity
of Home Missionaries and preached
there. This appointment was made
for Dec. 18" last, but by special 
direction of the Stake Presidency
I was that day in Spanish Fork,
and Elder Driggs remained at home
We called on our folks, who live in
this ward, and bade them a
Happy Year. 	Returned home in
the evening.
Jan. 2.	This is the day really celebrated
as "New Years". We were kept busy
at the Academy preparing an article
in the interests of the institution.
Jan 3. 	Today was set as the starting
time of those appointed to visit
the wards of the Stake in the
interests of Education (see Dec. 23")
Prest. H. H. Cluff and myself travel
together. Elder Cluff left on the
early south bound train on his
way to Salem at which a meeting
is appointed for tonight; and I
would have gone with him, had I not,
through a mistake in time, missed
the train. My only way was to go by

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road, so I took horse at noon and
started. – A very disagreeable ride
– mud, slush and ice, rain,
snow, sleet, and wind! I arrived
wet and very muddy!!! Found Bro
Cluff at the residence of Bishop
Evans, and here we stayed. In
the evening we met with the people
as per appointment. Our particular
mission was to urge greater diligence
on the part of our people with
respect to education, and to establish
if possible in each ward a ben-
eficiary tuition fund to assist in
educating the poor and worthy.
In the Salem meeting we had
a remarkable instance of the
sheep following the shepherd – A
very good spirit prevailed in the
audience toward the laudable 
enterprise we suggested, and all
seemed to favor it until the sub-
scription price list was opened. Then 
the presiding officer led out with
the enormous and liberal sum
of $200 (Two dollars), his first coun-
sellor flatly declined doing anything
as he "was already educating

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his children anyway", the second coun-
sellor did about the same thing; yet
these three men had been sustained
as the "Executive Committee." It was a
natural result that the people should
exhibit the same illiberal small souled
feeling.
	I should remark that this present
mission is really under the direction
of the Stake Presidency – they having
notified the bishops to call meetings
etc.
Jan 4. Bro Cluff proceeded to Payson, at which
place an appointment is made for
tonight; and I returned to Provo. My
ride was worse than yesterdays – I will
try to catch the train next time. I
went to Payson by evening freight
train. We held our meeting as per
appointment. The spirit exhibited here
was certainly more liberal than
when we were last night – yet their
is illiberabity toward this moment.
A mans pocket is his tenderest
spot. We stayed at the residence
of Bishop Tanner.
Jan 5 I am quite busy at home preparing
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be at home during the day if possible, I
returned to Provo by morning train
and Bro. Cluff proceeded to Santaquin.
I attended Fast Meeting in the
Third Ward during the morning,
and by call addressed the people.
In the afternoon, by special request,
Elder Maeser and myself attended the
funeral services of Sister Ella Lewis –
– a young lady of esteemable qualities
who was formally a student of the
Academy. She was on a visit to
friends, and a week ago was in
perfect health; now she is a corpse.
Her body was brought home this
morning, by the train upon which
I came – and thereon I met her
folks and promised to speak at
her services.
	In the evening went to Santaquin
by freight train; and rejoined Bro.
Cluff at the residence of the Bishop.
We held our meeting as usual, and
compared with other places the
success was gratifying. The Bishop
here is awake and alive, and of
course the people are also.
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Bro. Stickney – a friend of Bro. Cluff's.
Jan. 6	We returned to Provo by early train.
Our intentions were to proceed at once
to Goshen, but as the Stake Priesthood
Meeting is to be held in Provo tomorrow
we thought it best to suspend the
gospel appointment.
	A companion of notes between us
and the other brethren who have been
visiting other wards shows the same
success – "As with the Priest, so
with the people."
Jan 7 Attended Priesthood Meeting in the
morning.
Jan 8	Sunday.
been up	Elder Driggs and myself had
been appointed to preach as Home
Missionaries in Springville today; but
President Smoot revoked the appoint-
ment and instructed me to go to
American Fork in educational interests
I requested Bro. Driggs to accompany
and we went over by sleigh in
the afternoon accompanied by Sister
Driggs and Sister Tanner. Held meeting
as appointed and I trust with good
results. There seemed to be a liberal
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meeting we returned – the ladies
visiting on the undertaking, which
to me seemed somewhat rash. It
was a very cold ride – the
thermometer reading 11 below
zero.
Jan 9 Work recommenced in the Academy
today for second term.
Jan. 10 Attended a specially called meeting
of the High Council in the evening
to deliberate on matters pertaining
to the Provo Live Reading Rooms.
Jan 11. Paid visit to the folks on the
farm during the afternoon. Ad-
ministered to the Bro. Hamblin
– a student.
Jan 13. 	Delivered an experimental lecture
before the Polysophical Society on
"Static Electricity."
Jan 14 	Went to Salt Lake City to procure
apparatus & supplies. By special per-
mission from the Executive Committee
I was permitted to purchase an
outfit for the attachment of Electric
bells in the Academy building; also
a Barometer for my own use & that
of classes, I had an interview
with the President of the ZCMI.

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Directors who own the building now
used by the Academy, and received 
permission to sink an Artesian
Well for use in the Laboratory Etc
– the outlay to apply on rent acct.
Jan 15 Sunday. This is the coldest day
experienced here for a long time.
Before sunrise the temperature was
-17° F; and not above –5° F at
noon. I attended missionary
meeting in the morning, and
regular stake meeting in afternoon.
Attended the funeral of Bro. Jos. Gray
a veteran in the Church.
Jan 17  Work commenced on the well
and the Electric bells in good
running order.
	In the evening attended a 
special meeting of the Council to 
farther consider the Reading Room 
situation.
Jan 18 This afternoon my horse fell on
an icy part of the road while I 
was riding him. The fall resulted
in a painful sprain & bruise on my
right foot, but if there had to be
a fall this was perhaps a fortunate
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Jan 20. Yesterday & today have had to dispense
with shoes and walk with a 
stick. This evening I delivered a
lecture before the Polysophical
Society on Dynamic Electricity with
experiments.
Jan 22 Attended a reunion of the City
Sabbath Schools in morning. In
the evening attended and addressed
the Third Ward Meeting.
Jan 26 Assisted in administering to Bro Maeser,
who is confined at home with a
severe cold on his lungs.
Jan. 28 Administered to Bro. Maeser again; also
at Homer Bushman; one of the students.
Jan 29 Sunday. Elder Driggs and myself
preached in the capacity of Home
Missionaries in Spanish Fork today
I returned to Provo by evening train;
Bro. Driggs coming later by was.
Jan. 30 Attended regular monthly meeting
of the High Counsil.
Jan. 31 Attended a special meeting of the
High Council together with the Bishop
and the acting Priesthood of Provo to
consider the reorganizing of the
Beneficiary Fund to the B. Y. Academy,
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Feb 3. Went to Salt Lake City on business connected
with the Academy. Attended theatre in
evening. Stayed at Valley House.
Feb 4. Have been desirous for some time of
visiting the Eastern shore of the Salt Lake
for the purpose of making examinations
and collecting specimens; and according
to previous appointment with some friends
I went to Kaysville, Davis Co. by early
train today. Bro. Golden Kimball a former
student of the Academy and at present
Sergeant- at arms in the Council of the
Utah Legislation accompanied me. We
went from the depot to the residence
of a Brother Smith – a grandfather
to Bro. Kimball's wife. He placed his
buggy at our disposal, and in other
ways showed us marked favor. We
went to "Syracuse" – a bathing
resort by the Lake on the line of
the Utah Central Railway and procured
specimens. Returned to Bro. Smiths'
at which place Bro. Kimball stayed,
or rather to which placed he returned
after taking me on to Kaysville.
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	Here in Kaysville, I called at
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of the Academy, the present teacher
for the District School in this town,
and above all a very dear friend
to me. It was not without previous
thought that I arranged to stop in
Kaysville, for I had intended and
desired to make the call alluded to
and this intention and desire I believe
influenced me even more strongly than
the "specimens," and "examination
of the Lake shore" to make the
present trip, for these pursuits
could have been prosecuted 
at other and even more
favorable times. But I wished
to see my friend – Miss May
Booth – a noble woman, devoid
of the great blemish of artificiality
so widely affecting our girls; a
sincere woman, and above all a
woman who makes the living of
her religion the supreme object
of her existence. Such is my
opinion of her, as conceived from
a long observation of her as a <one of my>
earnest pupils; though our as-
sociations have never been other
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I had made the matter of my
intentions toward her a subject
of sincere prayer, and I felt that
God approved my motives <desires>; and
this evening, I asked the lady the
greatest and deepest question which
man can ever propound to woman
– of <whether> she would be my wife. Her
positive answer was given me exactly
in the way which I had <asked> of the Lord
to accept as a sign of His approval
– and I thank Him for this great gift.
– the promise of a woman noble
and true.  My love toward her
is no idle facination – it is a 
love founded on respect and
esteem; and such I feel will lifve.
	The time of our union will
depend upon circumstances; but
I feel to urge that it shall not
be long delayed.
					
I returned to Salt Lake City by the
night train; stayed again at the
Valley House
Feb. 5	Sunday
	Returned to Provo by
early morning train.

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Feb. 6	Today the Convention of the "People's Party,"
was held to nominate officers for
the city to be voted for at the municipal
election one week from today. I 
was honored with the nomination
as Councilor from the Third Ward
and I accept only on the counsel of the authorities; for I truly
dislike political office. The question
of preserving the ordinance pro-
hibiting the sale of liquor within
the city is at present deeply
agitating the minds of the people, and
it is desired by the Priesthood
that such men shall be placed
in office as are staunch upon this
subject.
Feb. 7	Went to Payson according to a
previous appointment and delivered
a lecture in the Meeting House
under the auspices of the
Y.M.M.I.A. on "Intemperance"
illustrated by charts. Was kindly
entertained at the residence of
Bro. Huish.
Feb. 8.	Returned to Provo by early
morning train.
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–– this was a task for me. All passed
off pleasantly.
Feb 12	Sunday  According to previous ap-
pointment Elder Driggs and myself
went to Salem and officiated as
Home Missionaries. Returned at night
Travelled horseback.
Feb. 14.	Attended High Council Meeting
Feb. 16	A lecture had been arranged for
this evening in the Theatre under
the auspices of the Provo Free
Reading Rooms, the proceeds to
be equally divided between the Reading
Rooms and the Polysophical
society, or rather the fund for procuring
new views. This is the first
test of the new optical lantern
(See Dec 3" 1887) and it is in every
respect a satisfactory one. My
subject was "The Sun, Moon, and Stars."
The audience was a flattering one, and
the net proceeds amounted to about
$3000. The prices were set low
to admit all who were desirous 
of attending.

	Entries from Feb. 20 to March 5 inclusive
were made after the latter date:–

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Feb. 20 Today, a painful accident befel
me. While pouring molten slag
from an Assay Crucible into the
Mould, or rather after such had
been poured, an explosion occurred,
by which some of the fused material
was thrown into my left eye. My
first impression was that the eye
was entirely ruined; the pain
of course was intense. I called for
assistance; and asked that the
teachers of the Academy administer
to me. They did so; and I received
another manifestation of the power
of the Priesthood; for the pain
immediately ceased. It returned later
but in the interval I revived from
the effects. Dr. Milton H. Hardy
and Dr. Walter R. Pike came as
soon as they heard of my condition
and examined the eye. They an-
nounced severe burning of the lids
and a gash on the ball of the
eye about half an inch in
length. I was told to keep away
from the light, and not try to
use the other eye. The pain continued
intense during the day.

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The evening of this date had been
set as the time for the convening
of the new City Council, as a 
member of which I was nominated
by the People's Party – Feb. 6 and
elected Feb. 13. I was taken in a
blind condition to the Council
Chamber, and there subscribed to
the oath of office; and received
the Certificate of election.
Feb 21 Last night was a very miserable
one; constant pain; and today
was spent in the same condition
I remained in my private office
at the Academy all day, entirely
unable to attend to work of any
sort. The eye was very inflamed,
and the only relief I experienced
from the excruciating pain was
by anointing and administration
of the priesthood; and that never
failed.
	I was under promise to
lecture this evening in American
Fork; but the arrangements were
of course countermanded.
	I very unwisely insisted on
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and the result was a rather
disagreeable experience. Sleep
was out of the question, and the
night was long; but it came to
an end.
Feb. 22. This is a legal holiday – Washington's
birthday; and of course school
is not in session. This morning
early Bro. Cluff – the gentleman at
whose house I board – called at
my room, and I gladly accepted 
his offer and went to his house
to stay. Sister Cluff seems always
happy when helping someone, and
her kindness was almost without
bounds. I was soon snugly ensconsed
in a comfortable room – though I
could not see a thing in it.
	Some days after this time, Sister
Cluff informed me that on this morning
I appeared really in a pitiable
condition During the preceeding night
according to the Doctors' instruction
I had tried to prepare a poultice
of tea-leaves, and steeped the
leaves by the aid of a small oil
stove. I had stained my clothes with
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the soot. The day was passed in pain.
At different times I was administered
to by Elders David John, K. G. Maeser,
Josiah Cluff; and B. W. Driggs, and
in each separate occasion was
eased for a time. The Priesthood
promised me recovery, and
also that the sight should
be preserved; and I felt faith
in the assurance.
Feb 23.	This day was the most severe of
the whole experience. Of course I
was still kept in darkness; and
both eyes tightly bandaged. Oh!
What must darkness forever be!
Him I can sympathetically feel for
the blind – and my brother
Albert especially. He has been
blind now over fourteen years; and yet
he has learned the lesson of
contentment and resignation
	This night was worst – the
eye ball throbbing so violently
as to be observed in motion through
thick bandages; and it bled
profusely. I had been compelled
to remain in an upright con-
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down always increased the pain.
The physicians have dosed me
heavily with morphine. Still the
promise of the Priesthood is recog-
nized. I was administered to
by Prests. Smoot and John and
Bro. Cluff.
Feb. 24	Pain less severe than yesterday
still unable to lie down; or to
sleep without opiates. My friends
are all expressing great sym-
pathy; though by the physicians'
orders they cannot see me. I feel
the effect of their prayers. Admin-
istered to today by Bros. Cluff,
Driggs and Maeser.
	Each night some kind and
sympathetic students comes to the
house and stays with me.
Bros. Hyrum Anderson and John
Foote have thus far alternated
in their kind vigils. The anxious
attentions of Bro. and Sis. Cluff are
deeply felt.
Feb. 25. Inflammation apparently subsiding
through the eye bleeds and discharges
profusely. My ease is sure while and
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Administered to today by Bros.
Cluff and D. John. Bro. Nephi Savage
a student kindly stayed with
me during the night.
Feb. 26	Sunday  Was prayed for today
in the Prayer Circles and also
in Missionary Meeting; and the
effects were realized. Considerably
better today; though of course
still in darkness. Was administered
to by Prests. John and Cluff, and
by Bro Josiah Cluff.
Feb 27	Still better; able to eat with
relish today. The doctors pronounce
the improvement almost miraculous.
I feel it so. I am a believer in
Faith; but I think it should
be accompanied by works also.
For this reason I submit to the
treatment of medical men of
skill. My eye had to be freed
from the foreign bodies – and
this required works. I believe in
doing all I can to help myself by
my own labors as well as by
the aid of others; and then ask
the Lord to accept of and recognise
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by Bro. Josiah Cluff. Bro. Jno. Foote
stayed with me at night.
Feb. 28 Still improving; and thankful
Unable to open the eye of course,
but the swelling is subsiding.
Sister Cluff is untiring in her
attentions – bathing the eye at
short intervals, and caring for
me to the best of her strength.
Every day some one comes down
from the farm, Mother and <or one of> my
Sister Polly and Sarah or John
has been down each day
Feb 29 Leap year day!
		Still better. Able to slightly
open the eye. Doctors still say
it is scarcely a natural recovery.
March 1	Still growing better and encourajed.
Swelling so far down as to permit
the eye to open slightly.
Mar 2 & 3. Improvement very rapid these days.
Am able to use the other eye,
though I get a severe scolding
frm the doctors when they hear
of my uncovering the organ.
May 4 Sunday. Bro. Cluff led me to the
Academy today. I announced to the
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School tomorrow and endeavoring to
resume labors. He protested; but
I feel it my duty – of course I
shall try to exercise the greatest
care; but the classes have been
stopped and the students are
losing valuable time.
Mar 5	Went to the Laboratory; strength
seemed to come to me as the
classes followed each other; and
although I intended but to take
a few I succeeded in conducting
the whole line of classes. At
night I felt only naturally tired
in consequence. It was a healthful
fatigue – this night I slept
well without opiates for the
first time.
	But my greatest thanks are due
for the clear way in which the
benefit of this accident has
been shown me. I cannot describe
in detail even here in my private
journal; but I have been made to
know that if this mishap had
not befallen me, a more terrible
thing might have happened. Some
day I may explain it farther. The

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Priesthood has repeatedly promised
me that this accident and the
suffering following it were for
my good; and that declaration
is understood and realized by me.
	This night the City Council met
in regular session. I felt able
to go and went. Bro. Farrer, a
Councilor, led me to and from
the Council Room. The important
business of appointing city offices
and considering reports was at-
tended to tonight.
Mar 6. At my post again stronger and
better than ever, Eye still
bandaged of course.
Mar. 7-8. Am able to attend to all class
work; and thankful for the ability
Mar 9. I have been under promise to
give the illustrated lecture with
the new lantern on the "Sun Moon
and Stars" before the students. As
many of them will leave next
week, this was considered the best
time; and the lecture was given
tonight. I did not go in the room
till ready to begin and left as soon
as I closed. I feel no ill results except
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Mar 10.  Saturday –   Able to be in my office
all day, attending to work; and so,
in spite of the doctors' prophecies
I am nearing perfect recovery. For
it thanks are due the Giver of good
and to Him I render them.
And then also I thank the Priesthood
holders who have been untiring
in my behalf; Bro. & Sis. Cluff who
have been a father and mother
to me and my many sympathetic 
friends.
Mar 11 Sunday.	Spent the day quietly. It
would scarcily have been wise to
attend meetings perhaps at least
so brethren in position counselled
me. Yesterday and today have
been taken up in sessions of the
Quarterly Stake Conference. The
officers were resustained without
change.
Mar 14 This afternoon I went on the farm
and visited the folks. They were
delighted to see me and I them.
Father was especially pleased – he
had not been able to visit me
while ill, and after having heard
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was without hope that the sight
would be spared. My brother
Albert who has been in
darkness for years was deeply
affected. Returned home in
evening early.
Mar. 17	Saturday   Another week of
labor done; and without in-
jurious result. Our half term
is ended. Another session of
ten weeks and the summer
vacation is here. So passes time;
apparently leaving more undone than
it sees finished.
Mar 18	Sunday.  Presided at and
addressed the Missionary Meeting
this morning.
Mar. 21	Visited folks on the farm. Found
all tolerably well.
Mar 19 Attended an adjourned meeting
of the City Council.
Mar 23	Visited folks on farm again,
Administered to Bro. Newton
Noyes – a student.
Mar 24 Attended the afternoon session
of the District Court. This had
been the day set by the Judge
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convicted under the infamous
"Edmunds' Tucker" Act. – convicted
of acknowledging and supporting
their families! This is to the
United States Government, a Crime!
Among the prisoners was my
friend and fellow laborer Bro.
Maeser. He had pleaded guilty
to the charge. His sentence was
a fine of $30000. And the costs
of prosecution. By special
pressure brought to bear upon
the judge through the gentile
part of the community who entertain
a respect for educational labor,
he was spared imprisonment.
	In the afternoon, according
to previous appointment I visited
the City Cemetery with the other
members of the City Council, to
inspect the condition of the grounds
and to plan for the future.
	At night I attended an adjourned
session of the City Council. Soon after
opening the Council went into an 
executive or a secret session and
remained so till late. The topic
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drinking saloons be licensed in
Provo? Some of the members have
taken seats in the Council with
professed intentions to show the
acting officers in the Priesthood
that Church and State are no
longer one in Utah; and such
members leave the pathway of
their argument and desert the
beaten track of logic frequently
to make such assertions. The
Church does not profess to
direct the affairs of state:–but
speaking of my own position as
a member of the Council – I consider
that I have a sacred trust to
bear and honor – that of acting
officially for the best good of
the people; and if at any time
and in any one direction my 
duty be not to me entirely
clear, I have the right to seek
advice from the source which to
me is most promising; and
if that be the channel of inspira-
tion and revelation established
by God – to that source I shall
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Mar 25 Sunday. By call of the Presidency
I addressed the Stake Meeting
this afternoon.
Mar 26 Attended regular meeting of the
High Council
Mar 27 Attended an adjourned meeting of the
City Council - another secret session,
and another ventilation of views on
the Liquor question. I addressed the
Council tonight and opposed the
movement to license saloons
among us, on the grounds of
its being illogical and improper
to attempt to legalize crime, and
again that the word of God and
his Priesthood was opposed to
the use of intoxicants. In con-
clusion I urged that the question
be submitted to a vote of the
citizens. All members of the Council
except myself favor the license
system. The Executive officers of the
City – Mayor, Marshall and Attorney
are of one mind, that liquor must
be sold under regulation in Provo –
Mar 28.	Visited Folks on the Farm.
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Mar. 30 Delivered a lecture before the
Polysophical Society on "Mind in
Animals."
Mar 31 Visited Folks on Farm. In
afternoon moved remainder of
my books, specimens etc from the
old home to my office in the
Academy; as the possession of
the property will now be taken
by the present owner.
April 1.	Was present by invitation
at a meeting of the Stake
officers of the Improvement Asso-
ciations with Elder Junius F. Wells
of the General authorities of the
Associations, discussing preliminaries
to the establishment of Reading
Circles and the prescribing of
Reading Courses for the young
People and other points.
April 2 Attended reg a meeting of the
High Council during the after-
noon. By appointment it became
my lot to act as speaker on
the side of Justice.
	In the evening attended
regular meeting of the High
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April 3 At night attended adjourned
meeting of the City Council.
The question of liquor license was
again discussed; and a resolution
introduced to submit the question
to a vote of the people. This
was referred to the Committee
on Judiciary.
April 4. I had promised to deliver a
lecture this evening in the Theatre
under the auspices of the Free
Reading Room Committee, and
for the benefit of that worthy
institution. The weather was
very inclement – very rainy
and bad: and the attendance
was small.
	Subject – "The Infidels' Book"
illustrated with views.
April 5 In the evening met informally
with other members of the
Judiciary Committee of the City
Council.
April 6 Took the Chemistry and Physics
classes on visit of inspection
to several establishments in Provo.
April 7 Saturday. Went by early train to
Salt Lake City and attended

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meetings of the Conference.
Returned to Provo at night.
Then attended meeting of the
Judiciary Committee of the City 
Council.
April 8 Sunday. Addressed Missionary
Meeting in the morning.
April 9 Attended adjourned meeting of the
City Council. The resolution pro-
viding for the submitting the
report question of licensing
saloons to the popular vote
of the people was referred
to the Committee of the whole;
and therein another edition of
extreme views was indulged in
The vote was taken and lost.
This virtually grants license to
sell liquor in Provo. The
Judiciary Committe was in-
structed to Forthwith draft
an ordinance granting liquor
license.
April 11.	Attended a special meeting
of the High Council today – all
day – Three of the Apostles
were present – the special 
subject being the investigation

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of certain rumors which had been
curculated against <some of> the members of the
Council. Much was found to
be unwarranted and unsustained.
April 14	Went to Pleasant Grove today by
horseback; visited Grandma.
Then proceeded to American Fork
Canon and made some
Geological Examinations and
collections. By this time it was 
near dark, so I went over to 
Alpine, and there visited Bro.
Booth's family. Allowed my jaded
horse to rest, and rested
myself till about midnight and
then rode home; - in all
about 45 miles
April 15 Sunday. Presided at and
addressed Missionary Meeting
during morning – Bishop
J.P.R. Johnson of Provo today
donated to the institution
an elegant sacramental set.
Addressed the Circle Meeting in the 
afternoon, and the First Ward Meeting
at night.
April 16	City Council met in adjourned
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topic was the License ordinance.
I presented a remonstrance signed
by 289 citizens protesting against
the proposed change, but it was
unheeded. A Bill was introduced
providing for saloon license and
reached its second reading;
pending which Council adjourned
till the 18th inst.
April 18.	This day had been selected in
the Field Club meeting as the
starting time on an excursion
to Tintic. All arrangements were
made to start this afternoon, and
the party numbering 17 left for
the South, but owing to the
meeting of the City Council and
the probability that the final
vote on the license ordinance 
would be reached to night it was
thought best that I be present.
I attended the meeting – the bill 
reached its third reading; but
after all was not finally
acted upon.
Council adjourned near midnight
and at 1.15 am  April 19  I
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train to overtake the Scientific party
Proceeded to Spanish Fork, and after 
some delay aroused part of the 
company – one wagonload and 
we proceeded to Payson where we
found the other members of the
party and on we went. Reached
Utah Valley Iron Mines before noon;
after examining and collecting here,
we went on to Silver City and
spent considerable time in the
Dragon Mines and vicinity thence
proceeded to Mammoth Hollow and
camped. After supper we explored
the Cave as usual and then
came – bed; and it was a 
welcomed. duty.
April 20. Kindly recieved by Supt. Ren[-] of
the Mammoth Mine; we spent 
greater part of forenoon here
gathering very valuable specimens
thence we moved on to Eureka
Here the party was right royalty
received and treated by Capt. 
Day of the Bullion Beck Mine 
and Mr McChrystal of the Eureka.
After spending some hours in the
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at the Homansville Mills on
the way.
Ap 21. Rose early and drove to mouth
of Santaquin Cañon After breakfast
the party scattered over the hill
gathering specimens, and at
11 a.m. we broke camp for home.
Reached Provo late in afternoon
after what is perhaps the most
successful trip of its kind we
have ever had.
Ap. 22. Sunday.
	Was appointed today as a
Home Missionary in Payson; but
missed the train accidentally.
I took horse however and reached
that place in time. Returned
home after meeting
Ap 23. Attended City Council Meeting
The final vote on the Liquor License
Ordinance was taken, Bro. Hansen
and myself being the only members
voting in the negative. And
now the measure is a law.
Ap 24. I went to American Fork this
evening by a previous appointment
to deliver a lecture under the
anspice of the Improvement

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Association; but found some mistake
had been made in setting the
meeting; one announcement being
that the lecture would be this
evening, and another tomorrow night.
There was no meeting held. I 
returned home by midnight train.
Ap 28	Went to Salt Lake City on business
Returned at night.
While in the City, Elder Norman 
who has recently been ordained 
a Patriarch, met me, and while
shaking me by the hand pronounced 
over me a blessing. – That
my testimony of this work should 
yet do good to thousands; that 
I should live as long as life 
was desirable; that knowledge and 
wisdom should be given me:–
April 29	Sunday	
	In the afternoon by call of 
the presiding officer I addressed the
Stake meeting; and in the evening
addressed the Third Ward meeting
by call of the Bishop. 
April 30 Attended regular monthly meeting
of the High Council. The meeting 
was a short one.

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May 1.	In the evening attended a special 
[--] called meeting of the City Council
– called to consider applications
from liquor sellers for license
under the new ordinance.
Three licenses were granted.
May 4 Delivered an Address before the
Polysophical Society.
May 5 Attended the regular monthly meeting
of the Priesthood of the Stake. The
question of the policy of licensing
the sale of liquor was brought up,
and Prest. Smoot, as heretofore
expressed his great objections to
legalizing the traffic in any
way. A motion was introduced 
that the Priesthood of the stake 
sustain the President in his
policy against the liquor traffic.
The feeling had risen so high that
a High Councillor arose and
spoke strongly against the
motion. His objection however
was the only one urged. All
others voted in favor of the 
resolution.
May 6	Sunday. By special appointment
I went to Alpine today and

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preached at the morning meeting in
the interest of the Improvement
Associations. Went to Pleasant
Grove and spoke there in the
evening on the same topic.
Returned home after the night
meeting. A forty mile ride today.
May 7 Attended regular meeting of the
City Council.
May 12 Attended the meeting of the Conference
of the Young Peoples' Improvement
Association of the Stake, and
addressed the congregation.
May 9 (Omitted):–   By special request I preached
today at the funeral of Richard Mitchel,
a young man, who was killed
by an accident in the cañon a few
days ago.
May 20 Sunday. Went to Santaquin today and
preached as a Home Missionary in
company with Bro. Josiah Cluff. In
evening, proceeded to Payson and
spoke there in the interests of
the Improvement Associations. We
stayed at the residence of Bro. Huish.
May 21 Returned to Provo by early train.
In evening attended meeting of the
City Council

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May 25 Went to Salt Lake City. Returned
same night.
May 25 School closed today for the year
under very favorable auspices.
May 27 Went to Alpine today with an
appointment to preach there in
the evening; but the meeting was
adjourned owing to the death of
Elder R.T. Booth – a patriarch in the
town. His demise occured in the
early evening, and was really unlooked
for. I was by his side at the time of
his departure; and I note this as
the first natural death I have ever
witnessed. Bro. Booth is the father
of May (See Feb. 4) and his death
calls for a postponement of our
plans, which were, that our union
should take place on Wednesday
next May 30. We do not hold the
keys of life and death, and such
occurrences are inevitable. 
I returned to Provo during the night.
May 29 Went to Alpine and attended
funeral services of Bro. Booth
Returned same night.
May 28 Attended regular meeting of the 
High Council

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June 2 Went to Salt Lake City to attend
the exercises of the Young
Mens' Mutual Improvement
Association Conference. By
previous appointment, I took
part in the work by delivering
a lecture at night in "Science
in the Associations." Stayed at Bro J.F. Wells'
June 3 Sunday Attended regular services
of the conference, and returned
to Provo in evening.
June 4 In the evening, I attended the
regular meeting of the City Council.
	The position of C[---] Alderman
from the Third Ward is now vacant,
owing to the resignation of Bro.
B. W. Driggs the regularly elected
incumbent. At the time of the
election, many desired me to
accept the position, but I
declined to have my name
proposed, thinking the duties
of the office too engrossing
for my time. When the Alderman
resigned, I was again desired to
consent to a nomination, which
I declined and another man was
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majority of the Council, though
much against the wishes of
the people of the Ward which
they lost no opportunity to
express. The feeling was
very high, and the gentleman
in question formally declined
to accept the office.
I was informed tonight, and
that by men in the Council
who have been my opponents
on many points, that I was
again their choice. To avoid
further discussion on the
vexing subject at adjournment
time tonight I consented to have
my name proposed. The
nomination was unanimously
sustained and I was duly
appointed Alderman. Thereupon
I tendered my resignation as
Councillor, which was of
course accepted. Same evening
I filed bonds of $1000 with
the Probate Judge, Bro. J. C Graham
and Jorgen Hansen kindly signing
as sureties, and I took
the oath of office.

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June 10.		June 10	Sunday
By call of the authorities I today
preached at the general Stake Meeting
June 11	Attended City Council Meeting.
June 12	Went to Sal Alpine in evening to
meet May and start toward Manti.
June 13. 	We left Alpine in early morning
and proceeded to American Fork
by team, thence to Nephi by
Utah Central Train thence to
Chester Sanpete Co. by the Sanpete
Valley road; thence to Manti by
private conveyance. We reached
Manti at 5.40 p.m. and were
accommodated with quarters at the
Temple Boarding House.
	Here we met many old friends,
and made a number of new ones.
June 14. This day we made application
for admission to the Temple —
presented our recommends and
passed in. The services of that
holy place are too sacred to
admit of comment – they are
to me more and more impressive
as they are witnessed. After
the ordinances as all preliminaries
had been satisfactorily arranged

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[The following newspaper clippings attached over handwritten text]
The Utah Enquirer.
Friday	June 15, 1888.

	Hymeneal Consummation.

	Yesterday, in the Manti Temple, Prof.
Jas. E. Talmage and Miss Merry May
Booth, were united in the holy bonds of
matrimony. Miss Booth is the youngest
daughter of the late R. T. Booth, who
lately died at Alpine, and graduated
from the B. Y. Academy in 1887, and
has passed nineteen summers in this
earthly probation. Prof. Talmage is
well-known to the people for his integ-
rity and untiring efforts for the public
good. Though only twenty-five years of
age, his name has became enshrined in
the hearts of the people among whom he
is constantly laboring for good. The event
was celebrated very quietly, owing to
the recent sad bereavement in the family
of the bride.
	Our best wishes go with the young
pair in their embarkation on the sea of
matrimony and trust that their voyage
may be smooth and pleasant; but should
it at times be cloudy, we hope it will re-
sult only in the better appreciation of
the glorious sunlight of a Father's care.
Though fools spurn Hymen's gentle
	powers,
We, who improve his golden hours,
	By sweet experience know
That marriage, rightly understood,
Gives to the tender and the good
	A paradise below.

Deseret News A Benedict Now.
	We have received a card on which is
the following statement: "James E.
Talmage and Merry May Booth, mar-
ried at Manti, June 14th, 1888." There
it is in a nutshell, in the Professor's
terse and sensible style. Plenty of
prosperity to the estimable couple.

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such as procuring a marriage law
license, and a certificate etc
Merry May Booth and myself
were married at the altar of
the temple by Prest. Daniel
H. Wells.
       We are sworn to each other
for all time and eternity — May
our Father help us hold our
integrity toward each other forever.
       It is a momentous change
in my life. Yesterday I stood
alone — today blessed with
a wife.
       We were greeted with
the warmest congratulations and
the best of wishes [---] by our
friends.
June 15. Started by stage at 5 a.m. on our
return stopped at Nephi a
short time — at the residence
of Bro. Schroder. Reached Alpine
by early evening. At Provo
we were met by a number
of friends and were informed
that the Third Ward desired to
tender us the honor of a
reception and public greeting.

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Owing to the very recent sad
bereavement in the family of
my wife however, it was thought
by both of us proper to thank
the kind friends who are so
willing to show their respect, but
to decline accepting the compliment.
June 16 Spent the day quietly and
pleasantly.
June 17 Sunday.	My appointment as a 
Home Missionary was today in
Cedar Valley. Bro. A. L. Booth
and myself started this morning
from Alpine horseback to fill
the appointment. We reached
Cedar Fort by 10 am and were
kindly received by Bishop Bennett
and family. Preached at the
morning meeting; and after
dinner proceeded to Fairfield
and preached there; then
returned to Cedar Fort and held
an evening meeting. Stayed at
the residence of Bishop Bennett.
	The wind and dust have been
very severe today.
June 18 Returned to Alpine. In evening,
my wife and I left and proceeded

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	Returned Home.
Prof. J. E. Talmage and his bride re-
turned to Provo Monday evening. The
Third Ward proposed tendering the hap-
py couple a grand reception, but in view
of the recent death of the bride's father
the reception was kindly declined. We
bid Brother and Sister Talmage welcome
home.

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to Provo. Here we were kindly
met by friends and taken to my
old home — Bro. Cluff's. A happy
reception.
June 19. We spent the day on the
farm with the folks.
Jun 21 I went to Salt Lake City on business.
In afternoon Bro. O. H. Berg of Provo
and myself went to the Penitentiary
and enjoyed a pleasant visit with
several of the brethren who are
there incarcerated for doing the
will of their God.
	Returned to Provo same evening.
Attended theatre, to witness the
performance of Mr. Bandman
but that gentleman being somewhat
angry declined to appear and
placed a substitute on the
stage without in any way calling
the attention of the audience to the
fact. The Manager of the Theatre
informed the audience and there
was quite a scene.
June 23 According to previous arrangements
went today in company with
Dr. M. H. Hardy, the County Supt.
of Schools, to "Forrest Lake," in the

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	upper part of American Fork Cañon,
	at which place the teachers of
	the county are encamped in
	summer convention. We went
	horseback, and reached camp
	after a very dusty ride about
	nightfall. In the evening session
	– held around a blazing camp-
	fire – with logs as desks and
	tree trunks as seats. I delivered
	a short lecture on "Invention
	and Discovery.
June 24	Sunday. As it was necessary
	that Dr. Hardy be again in
	Provo this evening, we were com-
	pelled to travel on the Sabbath
	day. We left camp near noon,
	passed over the mountains into
	Provo Cañon, thence home; arriv-
	ing in Provo about 10 p.m.
June 25	Engaged to rent a house
	belonging to Mr. Richard Brereton
	of Provo. It is situated about
	a block from Bro. Cluffs
	so that our removal is not to
	a very great distance. It
	is a neat cottage, conveniently
	arranged; five rooms in all.

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June 25
Con.	Made arrangements today for
	cleaning and setting in order.
	– A very practical illustration
	of housekeeping and married
	life.
		Today also I met informally
	with some of the B. Y. Academy
	Trustees, and talked over the
	condition of our school. At the
	last General Church Conference,
	(April last) a "Board of Education"
	was appointed by the authorities
	and sustained by the people,
	with the duty of directing and
	encouraging the educational
	movements of the Latter-day
	Saints. The declared intention
	of this Board is to establish 
	institutions after the pattern of
	the Brigham Young Academy in
	the various stakes of Zion; and
	also a general or central school
	in Salt Lake City. Undoubtedly,
	this is a grand movement, and
	if carried into full effect will
	place the educational affairs
	of our people on a much higher
	plane. It is the expectation

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June 25
Con.	that Prof. Maeser who by the way
	is a member of this "Board of
	Education," will be called to
	a position of general supervision
	of these schools; and the
	general authorities have expressed
	their desire that I take a place
	in the Salt Lake City institution.
	A few days ago I was asked
	by a representative of this
	Board of Education, whether
	I would accept the position
	referred to if so requested by
	the proper authorities. I
	replied that in these matters
	I considered myself subject to the
	call and direction of the author-
	ities in the Church, and that
	I would respond at once.
		Our Board of Trustees, do not
	view the movement with full
	favor thinking that the
	interests of the Academy will
	in some degree suffer – it being
	relegated to the position of a
	Stake Academy – one among many
	– while the Central Institution is
	to be established in Salt Lake City.

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The Trustees urge my remaining
at the Academy at least during
the ensuing school year, and
offer me the position of Principal.
	The President of the Board
directed me to prepare the Circular
for the next Academic year.
June 26. Busier than ever preparing for
household responsibilities. Tacking
down carpets, putting up stoves
ect ect - Pleasant occupation?
Yes, I suppose so; it is said
that wise men always like
the inevitable – they persuade 
themselves that the circumstances
that be are the most pleasurable
imaginable. I try to believe that
I am wise in such matters, but
at times I must confess that
I feel very foolish.
But I am happy and proud, and
above all thankful to my God
that such duties now rest
upon me.
June 27 In the morning sat in the
Justice's Court. This is the first
case brought before me in my
new position. It was a case of intoxication

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	Today, my wife and I accompanied
	by Sister Cluff started out on a
	purchasing expedition – in quest
	of furniture, household utensils etc.
	This was an initiation into a
	new field of action. We started
	out bright and early, and returned
	weary and late. We have a fair
	start in necessary fittings.
	We are furnishing a a plain
	manner the small kitchen,
	also a dining room, general
	living room etc. (all in one); and
	a cozy little front room
	called by my wife "the parlor,"
	and by myself "the office
	and study room." – it serves
	for both; and one bedroom.
		In the evening according
	to previous appointment, I 
	went to Springville to lecture
	there under the auspices of
	the Improvement Associations; 
	on the subject of "Nature and
	Nature's God." I have been
	requested by the Springville
	people, since before the time
	of the accident to my eye,

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that I should speak in that
place on "Evolution," as a partial
offset to the tendency of certain
atheistical doctrine inculcated
there through the teachings of 
a certain Dr. York. The subject
was treated tonight according to
my poor ability under the title
first above named. I trust it
did some good.
	Travelled horseback, and
returned home after the meeting.
June 28.	Very busy arranging things
in our home; and at night
we moved in! So – here I find
myself blessed with wife and
home. We sincerely trust that
God will listen to our prayer
of dedication, and give the charge
of our household unto the
hands of the powers of peace
and prosperity.
June 29	Continued our household arrange-
ments. I am at present very
busy preparing the Circular
for the ensuing year. The
annual meeting of the
Board of Trustees should be held tomorrow.

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June 30. Owing to lack of a quorum,
	the regular meeting of the Board
	of Trustees was adjourned until
	Monday next.
	Another change occured today
	in plans for the future. Brother
	Maeser received word from the
	general authorities of the church,
	advising him not to tender
	his resignation as Principal
	of the Institution according to
	former intentions; and a 
	second communication reached
	us from Prest. Woodruff, indicat-
	ing the desire of the apostles
	to call me to Salt Lake City
	at once. Nothing definite can
	at present be decided upon;
	the circumstances under which
	the church authorities are at
	present placed are such that
	they cannot be easily reached.
July 1 Sunday. I had been appointed
	to preach as a Home Missionary 
	in Lehi today; but by the
	directions of the President of
	the Stake I did not go to
	that place. I was directed to remain

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	in Provo and to be present at
	an informal meeting of the
	Stake Presidency, High Council,
	Academy Trustees and several
	prominent brethren, to talk over
	the future of the Academy. This
	little gathering took place in
	the morning. The regret is
	general that any movement is
	in contemplation tending toward
	checking the work of the Academy,
	here, and such is the light
	in which most view the
	present action of the authorities
		In the afternoon meeting I
	spoke to the Congregation by call
	of the Presidency.
		Also addressed the Prayer Circle
	in evening.
July 2.	Visited folks on the farm. In
	the afternoon I attended the Board
	of Trustee's Meeting. It was thought
	best not to consider the draft
	for the new circular until
	something more definite is known
	respecting the future. The
	meeting adjourned subject to
	call. Attended City Council in evening

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July 3. Sat in Justices' Court in morning.
– 1 case. In the afternoon,
went to Salt Lake City according
to previous arrangements to take
part in the celebration of Indepen-
dence Day tomorrow. Was met
on the way by one of the Board
of Regents of the University of
Deseret; and was spoken to by
him relative to becoming a 
member of the Faculty of the
University. He expresses it as
his desire and that of other
members of the Board that such
should be the case. Of course
I could give no encouragement
to the plans. This is the
second time informal advances
in this direction have been
made.
	Stayed at the Valley House
July 4. The Nations Birthday. At the
request of the Committee I
had promised to take part
in the celebration of today
by delivering a short address.
I was met at the Walker House
by members of the Committee

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July 4
Con. and taken to a carriage in
the line of procession Today
there was to be a gener al
celebration of all creeds and
parties. Such was the proposi-
tion of the Liberal Party and it
was deemed proper that the
Peoples' Party accede. Such
however is distasteful to me:–
I cannot willingly mingle
with the oppressors and persecutors
of our people in raising the
cry of liberty and freedom! Yet
I can agree with them in all
things that are just and
fair. In the same carriage
with myself – a carriage set
apart for the speakers of the day,
were Judge H. H. Benson of
antimormon fame, Judge C. C. Goodwin
– the present editor of the Tribune
– the foulest of foul sheets –
and Judge Zane – the present
Chief Justice of Utah – the "Mission
Judge" as he is called – he is
so unmeaningly severe on all
of our people who come before
him.

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The procession was a grand
spectacle. The formal exercises
were held at Liberty Park.
Governor West was the President
of the Day. Taking the part
assigned me on the program as
best I could I delivered a short
speech – about 15 minutes duration,
on "The Characteristics of a 
Free Man." As soon as the
exercises closed we returned to the
city. The two carriages containing
the Governor, Marshall and
the speakers were duly escorted
back to the city by a platoon
of Cavalry. And herein we were
furnished with a striking exam-
ple of the true meaning of
honor and dignity. – To be
guarded by an escort of horse-
men under such circumstances,
is certainly somewhat in the
nature of an honor; but to be
almost suffocated from dust as
the result of the galloping
and maneuvering of the guards
is of a different nature. For my
own part, I would have gladly

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	dispensed with a degree or two
	of honor to secure a trifle
	more comfort. However, it
	was a grand affair.
	By great hurry I reached the
	train in time, and returned
	to Provo same evening.
	At night, accompanied by my
	wife, and my Sister Sadie we
	visited the public square and
	witnessed the exhibition of
	fire works.
July 5. Went on the farm early, ac-
	companying Sister Sadie home,–
	she had been visiting Provo
	since day before yesterday.
		Occupied during most of
	the morning in the Justice's
	Court – several cases of ill
	conduct yesterday Men who
	talk so loudly of freedom
	show themselves slaves to
	themselves.
July 6. Sat in Justice's Court in morning
	Then took my wife and Sister
	Cluff and family, on the farm
	and enjoyed a day's visit with
	our folks. Bro Cluff came up in

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afternoon. We returned to Provo
at night.
	Attended High Council Meeting
at night.
July 7 Sat in Court again in morning.
In evening went to Salt Lake
City accompanied by Bro. J. B. Keeler
of the Academy, by special
invitation and attended the
reception given by the teachers
of Salt Lake to a party of
teachers from the East, now on
their way to California. The 
reception was held at the
parlors of the Metropolitan
Hotel, and was a success.
By request I delivered an
address of welcome.
	Bro. Keeler and I stayed
at the Valley House.
July 8 Sunday.
	Bro. Keeler and myself
returned to Provo by early 
morning train.
	By call of the Bishop I
preached before the Third Ward
Meeting in the evening. My
wife became a member of that

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ward tonight. We are at present
living in the First Ward, but
it is thought best that I
do not sever my connection 
with the Third Ward just at
present, as our present location
may be only a temporary one.
July 9 Sat in Alderman's Court during
the morning.
In the evening attended the
regularly called meeting of the
registered voters of the city to
elect a school trustee.
July 10 Meeting of Committee on Fire Department
from the City Council was held
this night at our house to
consider the advisability of
establishing fire limits in the
City.
July 12 Board of Trustees of the Academy
met today. I submitted the
draft for the Circular prepared
in accordance with instructions
but owing to the changes now
expected, the Scientific Department
plans were cut down.
July 13. Sat in Justices Court during
great part of the day.

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July 15	Sunday:–  Went to Salt Lake City
	by morning train. Met some
	of the brethren connected with the
	Stake Academy and made an
	appointment to hold meeting with
	them tomorrow evening. Attended
	Services in the Tabernacle
	during the afternoon, and in
	the evening returned to Provo.
July 16 	Received a letter from President
	Woodruff who is the chairman
	of the Church Board of Education,
	stating that it was the desire
	of the authorities that I should
	move to Salt Lake City and
	labor in the school interests there.
	In the evening, I went to
	Salt Lake City, and was met
	by President Angus M. Cannon,
	the President of Salt Lake Stake
	of Zion, and the chairman of
	the Salt Lake Stake Board of 
	Education; he conducted me
	along circuitous routes, and
	finally ushered me into a room
	in which I was surprised 
	and overjoyed to meet several
	of the Apostles, – President

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June 16	Woodruff; Apostles Geo. Q. Cannon,
and Jos. F. Smith, and several other
brethren who have been in exile
and hiding for so long. This was
a joyous meeting to me. Thank
God for it, and may the Al-
mighty keep those martyrs secure.
	The matter of School interests was
talked over at some length. I
was informed that it was
desirable on the part of the
general authorities to establish an
institution for higher education
in Salt Lake City, and the Scientific
branches should receive due attention
and that I had been selected to
labor in establishing such an
institution. President Woodruff
expressed ideas similar to those
embodied in his letter to me,
received in Provo this morning,
though bearing date of July 11,
" and I quote therefrom:– "It is
" the general feeling that we
" should have a first class institution
" here, under Church auspices,
" where sooner or later every
" branch of learning can be taught

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" and acquired, – an institution that
" will successfully vie with other
" denominational academies and
" colleges that are now in existence
" or that may hereafter be established
" in our midst. In acting upon
" this matter, the Church Board
" of Education felt to heartily endorse
" the request of the Salt Lake Stake
" Board as expressed in its
" communication to us, that
" you should be employed in the
" capacity of Principal if it
" should be agreeable to you, and
" the terms could be made
" mutually satisfactory. Should
" you agree to take charge of
" this institution we trust
" that you will enter upon it
" in the spirit of a missionary
" as well as that of a teacher,
" and while it is proper that
" you should receive suitable
" compensation, we sincerely
" hope that this will not be
" the ruling feeling with
" you, or with anyone who may
" engage in a similar capacity,

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	"but that it will be a labor of love
	"as well as one of remuneration."
		These lines from the President's
	letter to me convey the chief
	items of his conversation with
	me at this interview. The
	meeting was a pleasant one; the
	remembrance of it will live long
	in my soul.
		President Cannon directed
	me to proceed with the
	preparation of the Circular etc,
	and to meet with the Stake
	Board of Education on the
	following day at 10 a.m. As I
	desired to obtain some papers
	now at home I returned to Provo
	by late train (D&RG.Ry).
June 17 <July?> Went to Salt Lake City by
	early Utah Central Train. Proceeded
	at once to the President's
	office, and there met the
	President and members of the 
	Stake Board of Education. The
	Committee of the Uta Salt Lake
	Stake Academy, already in existence
	during two years, also met at
	same time and place; and

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	as the Salt Lake Stake Board
	of Education has been organized
	by direction of the General Church
	Board, it was thought that
	its functions in reality superceded
	and comprised those of the
	Salt Lake Stake Academy com-
	mittee, and the latter thereupon
	resigned all its authority and
	powers, also the property pertaining
	to the Salt Lake Stake Academy
	to the Stake Board of Education.
	This Board then proceeded to
	arrange for the coming year's
	session of the Salt Lake Stake
	Academy. I was duly appointed
	Principal. The matter of my salary
	was discussed; I was asked to
	name a figure, which I respect-
	fully declined to do. The Board
	then balloted, – the result was
	that the majority established
	the salary at $1800 for the
	coming year, the other named
	a lower figure. Being questioned
	upon the matter I suggested that
	the mean of all the ballots be
	taken; this was done, and it

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was decided that $1700 be my
salary for the coming school year.
The brethren seemed very anxious
to allow more; but I am fully
satisfied with the figure under
all circumstances.	After considera-
tion of other matters pertaining
to the future plans, the Board
adjourned, after instructing me to
prepare the Circular and place
it ready for publication at once.
I spent the afternoon and
evening writing the Circular, and
returned home by the night
train, which should have
reached Provo at midnight, but
owing to delay it did not arrive
till 3 a.m.
July 18	Sat in Justice's Court during
morning.
July 19 Went to Salt Lake City by evening train
according to previous arrangement,
and read the Circular proof sheets.
Returned by late train.
July 20 Packing up Laboratory supplies – a terribly
disagreeable labor.	Filled ten (10) large
boxes today and have not yet
touched the Cabinet.

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July 21 Went to Salt Lake City by morning
train. Spent most of day searching
for a suitable house – such is
hard to find; rent is very
high in Salt Lake City. Returned
home by night train.
July 22 Sunday. Quite unwell today –
having lost rest lately.
	Administered by request to the 
son of Bro. Joseph Strong a 
neighbor of ours. The boy fell
from the hay loft in the barn
yesterday and received very severe
injuries –
July 23 Sat in Justice's Court, heard 4 cases.
July 24 Pioneer day. No public demonstrations
of any kind were engaged in in
Provo. We passed the day quietly
at home.
July 25 Busy in Justice's Court the whole
day. Tried last case - a drunk,
at 10 p.m.
July 26 Went to Salt Lake City by early
train, and spent most of the
day searching for a suitable
house to rent. Engaged Bro. Pratt
who is in the Real Estate business
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July 27 Justice's Court kept me busy again
most of day.
July 28. Spent early part of the day packing
in Laboratory. In afternoon went to
Salt Lake City and found that Bro.
Pratt had engaged 3 Rooms for us.–
	Returned to Provo same night.
July 29 Sunday. By direction of Prest. Smoot,
I today addressed the Stake meeting
in the Tabernacle. In the afternoon
also addressed the Prayer Circle,
and resigned as a member of it,
this being, in all probability my
last Sunday as a resident of Provo.
Obtained from the Bishop of my ward
a recommend as members in good
standing for my wife and self.
July 30. Sat in Justices Court most of the day.
In the evening attended the
regular meeting of the High Council,
and by invitation of the Presidency
addressed the council, offering
my resignation as a member at
the same time.
July 31 Sat in Justice's Court during
morning. – And all spare time
was employed in packing! packing!
packing! A sad experience – I am

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of the opinion that such strong
medicines as moving away
should be taken in moderate
doses. We succeeded however in
removing all of our effects to the
car—ready to be shipped tomorrow.
Went back home—to Sister
Cluff's, and stayed there at night.
	In the evening I attended
the High Priest's Quorum Meeting,
and resigned my position as
Clerk of the same. By invitation
I addressed the quorum, and
received in response the
heartiest farewells, and good
wishes from the brethren.
Such expressions are deeply
affecting.
August 1. Finished up business in the
Justice's Court. A couple of cases
were still pending, but by
mutual consent of all parties
they were transferred to the
court of another Alderman.
Paid all fines etc. collected into the
City Treasury, and received
receipts therefor, amounting
to $130. Settled all accounts

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in town. Made a hurried visit on
the farm, and bade the folks
goodbye. In evening attended
a called meeting of the City Council,
and made reports of my acts as
Justice of the Peace, which were
endorsed and accepted. My claim
for services as Justice, amounting
to $3880 was allowed.
I then offered my resignation as 
a member of the Council, and
the events which followed the
reading of the same were unlooked
for, but no less impressive.
I had in no manner expected such
warm expressions of esteem and
regret in the Council, for I have
been opposed in so many matters, by
the majority of the members. But
my most ardent opponents were the
first to declare their good feelings.
The "Utah Enquirer" of Aug. 3 says of
the matter:—

[The following newspaper clippings appear at bottom of page]
	The resignation of Alderman Talmage
will be universally regretted. He was
one of the few members of the present
city council in whom the people have
placed implicit trust. Besides, he was
as efficient as trustworthy.

	The resignation of Alderman Talmage
was read and accepted. Expressions of
regret were made by members that un-
avoidable circumstances required Alder-
man Talmage's retirement. The gentle-
man evidently had the good will of his
associates, many complimentary re-
marks being made concerning the gen-
tleman's energy and ability, both as a
Councilor and City Justice.
	Alderman Talmage responded in a 
feeling manner, and thanked the mem-
bers of the Council for the kindness and
courtesy he had received at their hands
during his comparatively brief associa-
tion with them.
	The Council then adjourned.

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Aug 2.  My wife and I left Provo by early
train this morning, and proceeded
at once to our prospective home
in Salt Lake City. Arriving then,
we plunged at once into work —
engaged men to haul our goods
from the depot – set towork arrang-
ing things, and by night had
at least a table, some chairs,
and a bed in place, so that
we found it possible to eat 
and sleep. – A heavy day's work.
Aug. 3 Rose bright and early and and continuted.
By night all things began to look 
a little like home. And now for 
a brief description of our home.
We have a part- 3 rooms - of a 
very fine house – "Vine Cottage"
as it is appropriately called,
situated on Centre Street, no 32
in the 17" Ward, overlooking the
Temple, and most of the City,
It is a fine location, commanding
a beautiful view. Our rooms are
small but cozy – A kitchen, which
serves also for dining room and
living room down stairs, –
and a couple of rooms above, one

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serving as office and parlor, and
the other as sleeping room. Each
room is provided with closets and
corner nooks; so we find ourselves
snugly ensconced.
I find insufficient room for books
however, and have to make many
shifts. Our things, including
household goods, books, specimens,
etc weighed over five thousand
pounds.
Aug. 4.  Able to settle to work a little.
Feel more at home. In evening
we attended the Theatre.
Aug 5. Sunday. By call of of the Stake
President, I was taken from 
the audience at afternoon
services in the Large Tabernacle,
and addressed the congregation.
Aug. 12 Sunday again. The week has passed
without special developments – we
are still getting settled. I have been
busy in getting things ready for
work at school.
Aug 14. By invitation I was present at a
meeting of the Stake Board of
Education held this evening in
the Presidents' office to consider

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matters connected with the Salt Lake
Stake Academy.
Aug. 15. Was present this evening at a
meeting of the Priesthood and
prominent men of the City held
in the Social Hall to consider
the project of building suitable
quarters for the Stake Academy,
and to adopt measures for the
conducting of the institution.
A most liberal spirit, and a
strong desire to hasten the
growth of the school were
shown. Apostle Richards was
present and spoke of the
undertaking; also Apostle
Geo. Q. Cannon – whose face
is seldom seen at present
in public assemblies owing to
the efforts of our persecutors.
Aug. 17 Went to Provo by early train;
attended to some matters of
business left unfinished at
the time of our removal, and
returned to Salt Lake same
afternoon.
Aug 20 According to a notice previously
published through the papers

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I began today the examination
of candidates for admission to the
Academy. This is to continue
during this week and part
of next, between 10 a.m. and 
2 p.m.
Aug. 23. At the request of Bishop H.B. Clawson
of the Twelfth Ward, this afternoon
I accompanied him and attended
the funeral services of a six year
old son of Jas. T. Little and
delivered the address. Services
were held at the house of the
bereaved parents.
Aug. 25. At the regular meeting of the
High Priests' Quorum of Salt Lake
Stake I was duly received as a
member. By call of the presiding
officer I addressed the meeting.
<Aug 26 Omission – see opposite page>
Sept 1 The week has been busily em-
ployed in preparing for our
opening in the Academy.
The fitting up of my Cabinet
arrangement of apparatus Etc.
just received has been a
great undertaking.
	This is the time of the
Quarterly Conference in this

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stake. I attended the meeting
today. At the evening
meeting, held in the Assembly
Hall by call of the President
I addressed the meeting.
Sept 2 Sunday
		Attended meetings of the 
Stake Conference today. By call
I preached at the evening
meeting.

Aug 26 Sunday (omitted).
			Wife and I attended
Ward Meeting this evening -
17 Want, presented our recom-
mends and were duly received
as members.
Sept. 3 Monday – Our Academy opened
today. The Stake Board presided
at the opening exercises,
and I was duly introduced
as Principal. The main work
of the day was the organization
of classes. The attendance is
most flattering - 215 and
several more applications.
Sept. 8 The week has passed favor-
ably; work has gone on in

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a pleasing manner. Today
I began a labor which is to
be performed according to
present appearances in a
disadvantageous way. At the
General Conference of the Young
Men's Mutual Improvement
Association held June 2 & 3 in
Salt Lake City, a course of
reading was planned for the
Associations, to consist this year
of five books; two of which – one 
on "First Principles of the Gospel" 
and the other on "Service" I were
to be written, and the last
named I was appointed to write
Since then at various times
plans for the prosecution of the
work were presented, but as
no definite arrangements were
made for the printing of the
work after it was prepared,
I have not begun it up to date.
Of course, the subject has 
recieved my thought and attention,
and the general plan of
the work is in my mind,
but the execution is yet to be

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		commenced. Today however I
		was informed that all preliminaries 
		were settled, and I was literally
		dumbfounded to hear that the
		work should be in the hands 
		of the printer early in October.
		This means to me for a 
		time incessant labor – being
		already so fully occupied
		in school matters.
			The unsettled state of my
		affairs during the past few
		months have made the
		prosecution of the work
		almost an impossibility.
		Now however it has to be 
		done, and that very quickly.
Sept 14	Another week has passed in busy
		occupation and pleasing labor.
		Our Students' Society was organized
		today.
Sept. 17	Wife and I received today patri-
		archals blessings from Patriarch
		Henry Norman – a former
		neighbor of Grandpa's family
		in England.  It was by Bro.
		Norman's invitation that we
		received the blessings.

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Salt Lake City,
				Sept 17, 1888.
A blessing given by Henry Norman,
Patriarch, upon the head of James
E. son of James J. and Susannah
Preater Talmage, born in Hungerford,
Berkshire, England, Sept 21, 1862.
Beloved Brother James: – I place my
hands upon thy head to give thee a
patriarchal blessing, which shall be
a comfort unto thee as long as
thou shalt dwell live upon this land.
Thou art like James of old and have
the same faith and receive the
same power because of the integrity
of thy heart and because of the
firmness of thy mind. God has 
preserved thee to come down upon
the earth to do a mighty work
for thyself, for thy posterity, and
for the rising generation. Therefore,
beloved brother, lift up your head
and rejoice for God has been
pleased with thee all the days of
thy life; and that has been because
of thy integrity and thy prevailing
blood which is that of Ephraim
and Abraham thy father. Thou shalt

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live until thou art satisfied with
life; and the blessings of the
Lord shall rest upon thee, temporal
and spiritual, and thou shalt
not lack for any good thing.
Inasmuch as thou wilt seek to
thy Father in Heaven in prayer,
thanksgiving, supplication and
humility, the Lord will open the
vision of thy mind and reveal
unto thee by His Spirit, such things
as will make thee wise unto
salvation, and be a blessing even
to hundreds of thy pupils who
will come to thee to be taught
the ways of the Lord. I ask my
Father to bless thee with health,
life, strength, wisdom, knowledge,
and that intelligence which
comes from above; for this is thy
desire and what you seek after,
morning, noon, and night, and
the vision of thy mind is open
and God will give thee an
abundance for thy benefit.
When you received this Gospel,
the angels rejoiced and were
glad; because thou didst

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receive it with a pure heart and
an honest mind. Because of the
faith which thou hast received,
and the prayers of thy father
and mother who were faithful to
the doctrines which they believed
in, the Lord thy God has saved
preserved thy life from danger, seen
and unseen, by day and night, by
sea and land and comforted thy
heart. Thou hast sought a com-
panion, one that the Lord has
given unto thee by the spirit of 
revelation and the gift of the
Holy Ghost, which shall be a
comfort unto thee as long as
you live upon the earth; and
you will be unto her. This is
thy blessing, and no power shall
hinder thee from progressing. Take
fresh courage from today, and thou
shalt have power with God to
overcome every spirit which tries
to oppose thee in thy ministry.
Thy mouth shall be opened and
thy tongue shall be loosed to
make many hearts rejoice and
be glad. I seal these blessings upon

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thee, and seal thee up from danger
seen and unseen, from evil and
wicked designing spirit, and they
shall have no power to gainsay
thy word. I ask my Father to
let thy guardian angel go where
thou goest and be round
about thee; these are the
words of inspiration by the
spirit of revelation and the
gift of prophecy; and I seal you
up my brother that you shall
come forth in the morning
of the first resurrection, with
your own posterity and with those
of your father's house that are
with thee and with your an-
cestors for you will have to do
much in redeeming many who
have gone behind the vail, in
the due time of the Lord; for
you are of a noble spirit, and
you took your own choice to
come down here to do these
things. I ask my Father to
take charge from today, and
I seal these blessings upon
you, and every blessing which

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thy heart desires in righteousness;
and you will have the hands of the
servants of the Lord prophets and
apostles laid upon your head for
further advancement in the kingdom
of God. You will do much here in
teaching thy sex this side of the
vail; and then you shall go to a
land far off, and gather many
unto the Church of Jesus Christ
of Latter-day Saints. Many will
rejoice to hear thy voice and many
will receive thee and feed and
comfort thee. And I say unto thee,
take fresh courage for thou hast
waited patiently for this blessing
and it is given unto thee by the
spirit of revelation and the gift
of prophecy, Even so Amen and Amen."

My Wife's blessing read as follows:–

			Salt Lake City
		Sept. 17th 1888
A blessing given by Henry Norman,
Patriarch upon the head of Merry May,
daughter of Richard T. and Elsie
Edge Booth, and wife of James E.

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Talmage, born in Alpine, Utah Co. Utah,
Sept. 29, 1868:– "Merry May; I place
my hands upon the crown of thy head
in this house this afternoon according
to thy desires and thy wishes and
ask my Father to pour out His
spirit upon you, His handmaiden,
and me His servant. Thy heart
shall be made to rejoice abundantly
in weeks and years to come;
because thou hast received the
gospel with a pure heart and
an honest mind; even as the 
Lord has directed thee; and thou
hast done well in seeking to the
Lord for a companion which
shall be a great blessing unto
you; for he is one that has sought
to do good all the days of his
life. I speak these things by the
spirit of revelation and the gift
of prophecy, for your good and
comfort; and say you shall live as
long as you desire to do good upon
this land; only be faithful and
humble and receive the counsel
of your husband, who holds the
priesthood of the Son of God, and

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which will be the head of the house
to teach and instruct you and even
your family hereafter. For this is
according to the order of Heaven, and
the order of the Holy Priesthood, which
God has revealed on the earth to
His servant Joseph the Prophet and
also to others that have come down
to our day. Thou art like Sarah of old;
thou hast chosen the good part,
that will never be taken away
and thou art a lawful daughter of
Ephraim, and entitled to all the
blessings of the gospel of Jesus
Christ; and thou wilt live and
receive thy blessings as thou art
able to comprehend them; and
the Lord will lengthen out thy
days, weeks, months and years to
receive these things. Therefore,
beloved sister, lift up thy head
and rejoice, for there was joy in
heaven when you received the
gospel, and you received it with
an honest heart and a pure
mind. I ask my Father to preserve
thy life from sickness and death
until you have accomplished

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your work on the earth, from all kinds
of calamity which go abroad in
the land; but if you are faithful
these powers shall not come
nigh you, and you shall live
and battle with them all
and do much good. You will
be a teacher also bye and bye
of your own sex, to teach them
spiritual things as well as
temporal; therefore, lift up
your head and rejoice and seek
to your Father, and prepare your
mind for these things; for you
are of a noble spirit and God
has loved the integrity of your
heart, because of the Priesthood
you stand by and because of
his faith and power, and you
will be united with him and
the power of the Lord will rest
upon you. I ask my Father to
strengthen thy weak body that
it may become strong to bring
precious seed unto the world
to be a blessing to thyself
and to thy posterity. I pray
my Father to let His choicest

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blessings rest upon you; even the
blessings of life and health and
temporal blessings for your good and
comfort; for you may have to go to
those who need thee in their
afflictions, and you will do it and
no power will keep you back.
I pray that you may never be
deceived by any power or influ-
ence that may come along, that
you may always be on the
right side, and that is the
Lord's side; I seal these blessings
upon thee, and seal thee up
from danger seen and unseen,
for thou hast chosen the good
part in the eternal worlds, to
come down here to do this
work, even the work of the
redemption of the dead along
with thy companion, with thy
father's house and thy posterity,
and thy ancestors and many more
that are faithful. Thou shalt come
forth in the morning of the first
resurrection with Abraham,
Isaac and Jacob, and all the
holy prophets and thy father's

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house, and the house of thy
companion, those thou knowest
in the flesh. If thou art faith-
ful, thou wilt do a work for
them; no power that is formed
against thee shall prosper
inasmuch as you take heed. Never
look back: hold fast to your
integrity, and you will live
until you have accomplished
this work, for these are thy
blessings and I seal them
upon thee by the gift of
prophecy in the name of
Jesus Christ. Even so Amen,
and Amen
Sept 21. My birthday here again; 26 years
old today. Many and great have
been the changes since last
birthday anniversary.–
	This evening I delivered a
lecture before the Students' Society
on "A Peep through the Microscope"
illustrated with lantern views.
Sept 27 Administered by request to the
child of Brother Willard Call, one
of our students.

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Sept 27.	On this day also, Bro. Josiah Cluff of
		Provo came to Salt Lake City on a
		sad errand. He is suffering with
		severe inflammation of the eyes,
		and came to place himself under
		surgical treatment. It was at Bro.
		Cluff's house at which I made my
		home from Aug. 23, 1877 until I left with
		my wife June 28, 1887; and it was
		his house at which I spent the 
		period of my intense suffering
		from the accident to my eye in
		February last. Sister and Brother
		Cluff tended me as a father and
		a mother would, though the physicians
		gave but little hope of my recovery,
		and here now through the blessings
		of the Priesthood and the mercies
		of my God, I enjoy as perfect sight
		as ever, and Bro. Cluff is threatened
		with blindness. The primary cause
		of his affliction too, compared with my
		accident is as a mote to a mountain.
		Over a year ago, while washing
		hands and face in a small basin,
		a speck of metal – a scale from the
		side of the vessel – so small that
		the unaided vision could scarcely

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recognise it, entered his right eye.
In a very short time that eye
because highly inflamed, and
the opposite one was affected
sympathetically. He spent some six
weeks in darkness, and then
gained but temporary relief.
His present relapse unto a danger-
ous state of inflammation, causes
me the greater thankfulness for
my own miraculous deliverance!
	Bro. Cluff stayed at our house
of course; and I feel a sympathetic
interest in his welfare.
Sept 29. Today, by request of the authorities
I preached at the funeral services
of Judge Zerubabel Snow, are
influential man among this people,
His funeral was a peculiar one.
He was a staunch Latter-day
Saint, though most of his family
disavowed any belief in the tenets
of our church. His associates at the
bar acted as pall-bearers at
the obsequies and J Prest. Seymour
B. Young and myself were the
speakers on the occasion. The
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Sept. 30	Sunday. By direction of the Stake
President I today undertook a
mission greatly against my natural
inclination. According to a custom
with the officials in charge of the
Utah Penetentiary, services are con-
ducted by the different religious
denominations at intervals on
Sundays; and today was set as
the time for Latter-day Saint Services.
I was sent to the Penitentiary as
a minister of our faith. Five singers
accompanied me; and I did the best
I was able to do under the strange
and extreme circumstances of
the occasion. So many of our
brethren are these incarcerated.
I saw before me, dressed in the
striped livery of the convict – though
to them a uniform of honor – 
elders, seventies, high priests, bishops,
presidents of stakes – and there also
was our beloved Apostle George
Q. Cannon, formerly counsellor to
the First President of the Church –
– all sitting elbow to elbow with
convicted felons of every class. Oh,
that such a thing can be in

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this the land of the prophets, and
the place of promise! Yet all is
for the best. I have never spoken
in public as I remember under
such an influence – I felt that
all was well; and yet I was
bound in my thoughts and
expressions. God bless the effort.
Oct. 5. Today began the General Semi-
annual Conference of the Church;
and in order to enable students
to attend we adjourned regular
session at the Academy.
In the evening the Sunday
School Union met in a general
assembly: and according to a 
previously accepted appointment
I delivered a short address on
the "Training of Sabbath School
Teachers".
		On this date also I
received from the Faculty of
the Brigham Young Academy
at Provo, a very touching
Series of Resolutions on the
occasion of my severing
official connection with the
institution. The document read:–

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	–: Resolutions :–
	Adopted by the,
B. Y. Academy Faculty.
	Provo City   Utah.
Whereas:– by the instructions of the
General Board of Education for the
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-
day Saints, our brother and co-laborer
in the cause of education, Prof.
James E. Talmage, has been called
to take charge of the Salt Lake Stake
Academy; and
Whereas, for many years he has
been a member of the Faculty
of the B. Y. Academy, and instruction
of the Scientific Department; therefore
Be it resolved, that the members
of the Faculty of this institution
acknowledge with appreciation
the efficiency of his past labors
and extend their heart-felt
wishes for his future success
and prosperity.
Resolved that a copy of these
resolutions be forwarded
to Prof. James E. Talmage
and the same he entered

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upon the Faculty Record.
			Respectfully:—
	Faculty	{Karl G. Maeser
			Jos. B. Keeler,
			N. L. Nelson
			A. L. Booth
			E. B. Isgreen
			H. A. Anderson
Oct 6. Attended regular conference meetings,
and between times have been
busy at the Academy superintending
the arrangement of new desks etc.
We have been honored with a great
number of visitors at home —
several of my wife's friends and
my own Sister — Polly and her
husband — they have been
recently married and others; but
my time at present is so fully
occupied that I have had to
absent myself from the company.
My evenings are all taken up
in working on the little book.
Oct 7 Sunday Attended conference
meetings during the day and
the Young People's Conference
in the evening.

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Oct 16.		Work progressing as usual. By
			request today I administered to
			Bro. Done. His absence from school
			is an incalculable hindrance to
			our work; but we do the best we
			can under the circumstances. I 
			have to conduct 12 recitations per
			day beside all general labor.
Oct,17,18,19,	On each day administered to Bro. Done.
Oct 21		Sunday. By call of the authorities
			I today preached in the Large
			Tabernacle. After meeting visited
			Bro. Done and administered to him
Oct. 29. 		Today I finished the formal work
			on the little book, the "First book
			of Nature". This task would have been
			a most pleasing one had I had
			spare time to devote to it. As it
			has been however the work has been
			done under great disadvantages,
			and I fear the imperfections will be
			very many. <(over)>  There is yet much
			work to be done before I can consider
			my appointment fully filled – the
			proof-reading etc. will be laborious,
			and moreover will have to be done
			regularly and on time.
Nov. 2		After the close of school, I took the

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evening train (Utah Central) and
went to Provo. Was met at the
depot by by brother John with
horses, and went at once to
the farm. Met the folks all well
and spent a pleasant evening.
Stayed all night.
Nov 3. Went down, to Provo early – A horse
back ride! –ah: it was a treat.
I have missed my horse so much
since moving to Salt Lake City.
Was very busy today attending to
business; and returned to Salt
Lake City by night train.
	By request I took part in
administering to Sister Dunford
an aged Sister of Salt Lake City.
Last night (omitted before) I ad-
ministered by request to the
child of Bro. Cluff at Provo.
Nov. 4	Sunday. By call of the Bishop,
I addressed the ward meeting
at night (17# Ward).
Nov. 7	Was called to a meeting of the
Executive Committee of the Academy
to consider the present crowded
condition of the institution. After
mature discussion, and when it

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was fully ascertained that suitable
quarters for all departments could
not be found: it was decided
to discontinue the Preparatory Dept.
at the close of this term. The
necessity for taking this step
is to be regretted – but with our
present accomodations, it is not
possible to do otherwise.
Nov. 9	Our first term closed today very
auspiciously; but without any
public exercises.
Nov. 10 Very busy receiving applications
for the new term. The arrangement
of the term record is a laborious
undertaking; and rendered especially
so through the absence of Bro Done.
The other teachers and myself
have been laboring in the office
during the last few nights until
long past midnight. This night
we remained in session, and 3 a.m.
Sunday found us still at work.
Nov. 11 Sunday Still we were compelled
to work some little.
12 Resumed work; second term opened;
very full in spite of discontinuance
of Preparatory Department. In all,

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over 125 applicants have been refused
admittance through lack of room.
Nov. 13. Bro. Done's illness continues. Through
his overzealous nature and great
anxiety to recover and resume
his labors he has suffered a very
serious relapse. In response to a 
telegram Bro. Joseph Noble of Nephi
came to the city today to take some
of Bro. Done's classes.
Nov. 16 Delivered a lecture before the
Students' Society on "Sun, Moon, and
Stars", with lantern illustrations.
Nov. 17 Today I finished reading the
last proofs of "First Book of
Nature" wrote preface and
compiled table of contents; delivered
all to the publishers and feel
myself now free of my obligation
– an obligation undertaken purely
as a mission. God bless the little
volume! May it do some good!!
In the evening Wife and I
attended the theatre.
Nov. 24	Attended High Priests' Quorum
Meeting
Nov. 28	Tomorrow is the day set apart by
proclamation of the President of the

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United States as a day of Thanksgiving.
We adjourned session of the Academy
until Monday next.
Dec. 1 Went to Provo. Visited folks on farm;
attended to business in the town
and returned to Salt Lake City at night.
Dec. 2. Preached in Large Tabernacle by
Sunday call of the President.
In the evening by request I gave
a lecture in the Ninth Ward on
"Science and Religion."
Dec. 6. Wife left today for a visit to her
folks; and I am left alone – as I
used to be.
Dec. 7 Gave an address before the students'
Society on "Scientific Topics of the
Times."
Dec. 13. Wife has been away a whole week –
I used to boast of my independence,
and say I always wanted to be
alone – but I'll confess here that
I think a married man without
a wife a very miserable fellow.
I shall be glad when she returns.
I have been taking meals at the
restaurant and am tired of the
fare. I have not enjoyed a meal
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Dec. 14	This evening a ball was held
under the auspices of our
Students' Society  An attempt was
made to arrange a party of its own
kind – to be strictly in accordance
with the directions of the Priesthood
and of a high order of excellence.
Unprejudiced observers pronounced
the gathering a model one in all
respects. I feel thankful and proud
of the success.
Dec. 16.	Sunday. By direction of Bp. Tingey,
I preached this evening at
the Ward Meeting.
Dec 17 Took part in administering
to Sister Fannie V. Young; one of our
students; and to Sister Clara Price
a friend of Miss Youngs –
Dec 18.	According to previous request and
promise I delivered a lecture this
evening on "Sun Moon and Stars,"
in the Seventh Ward under the
anspices of the Improvement Asso-
ciations. The lecture was illustrated
with lantern views.
Dec 21. This was the day set for adjourn-
ment of our Academy for Christmas
Holidays. It is planned that we

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resume work January 7. At the
closing exercises a very effecting 
scene occurred. I had just sat
down after making the official
announcement of adjournment,
when a young lady student of
the Academic Dept. arose and addressed
me in a very pleasing speech
presented me in behalf of the
students with an elegant silver
mounted pickle dish, castor and
napkin ring. She had just taken
her seat when another student arose,
and in the same manner presented
Bro. Willard Done with a beautiful lamp.
A third student gave Bro. Nelson a
superb photograph album; and another
presented Bro. Noyes with a fine
toilet set. The spirit exhibited in
this act is indeed gratifying. I feel
thankful to be associated with
such a class of students. As a matter
of principle I feel somewhat opposed
to the practice of gift-making
from students to teachers, because
I know that many students are
under heavy expenses, but the
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presentation in the present instance,
precluded any response but that of a
deeply appreciative acceptance.
	This evening, Dec. 21 had been
set by previous appointment for
a lecture before the Young Peoples'
Associations of Mill Creek. Bro. Winder,
one of our students and brother to
the president of the Mill Creek
Mutual Improvement Association
called for me in the early evening,
and took me out. The lecture
was largely attended, and I hope
some good was done. The subject
was "Stimulant and Narcotics."
After the lecture, I was returned
home by the President.
Dec 22. Went to Provo by early train.
Attended to business during the
day; visited folks on farm.
Returned to Salt Lake City by evening
train accompanied by my
brother Albert, and my Sister Sadie.
Dec 25 Christmas Day. Spent the day
quietly and pleasantly at home
Dec. 28 Went to Provo. The Executive
Committee of the B. Y. Academy
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Chemical Balance and accessories
on account of unpaid salary. I
packed the instrument and took
it back to Salt Lake City with 
me at night
Dec. 29	According to a promise previously
made by me to the authorities of
the Mutual Improvement Associa-
tions, I left today in company
with Asst. Gen. Seupt. M. H. Hardy,
Stake Supt. George H. Brimhall (of
Utah Stake) and the President 
and Secretary of the Ladies' Associa-
tions of same stake – and
went to Pleasant Valley, at
which place we arrived safely
about 7 p.m. The occasion
was the District Conference of
the Associations; and the proceedings
were begun by a concert and
entertainment, conducted in a 
very creditable way by the local
talent. Bros. Hardy, Brimhall
and myself stayed at the residence
of Bishop Ballantyne of Schofield.
The weather seems to me severely
cold –19[-] F. tonight; the sudden
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mild climate of the valleys making
the intensity of cold keenly felt.
Dec. 30 Sunday Morning meeting was
held at Pleasant Valley Meeting
House; the time being mostly
devoted to hearing reports from
resident officers. We all attended.
In the afternoon, as per previous
arrangements, the second meeting
of the conference was held at
Pleasant Valley; and at the
same time I delivered a lecture
at Schofield on "Alcohol and 
Narcotics." In the evening,
the officers held meeting at
Schofield, and I delivered the
same lecture at Pleasant
Valley. At each place I was
the recipient of one of the
deepest pleasures which it is
possible for one ordinarily to
experience. Three brethren came
to me after the lecture, two
of them with tears flowing, and
earnestly thanked me for the
information given; and promised
to abandon the use of liquor
and tobacco in the future.

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My joy on such an occasion,
could be augmented only if I
fully knew that such resolutions
would be unbroken. At night
I stayed at the residence of
Bro. Page, a Councillor to the
Bishop of Pleasant Valley. The
other brethren remarried at the
Bishop's house.
Dec. 31 We rose early; all the members
of our party met and we made
a hasty visit to the "U. C" Coal
mine. After this we took
train and proceeded homeward.
Salt Lake City was reached at
5.30 p.m.

	1889
Jan. 1 This is the beginning of another
cycle in the course of Time.
Many, many changes have occurred
since the last New Year's Day.
Today I am in my home, with
my wife. Sincerely I can say "Thank

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		God for the change since the last anniversary
		of this event, and may His blessings
		and favor continue over me and mine."
		   The first day of this year was
		marked by a Solar eclipse though
		not quite total at this place.
Jan. 3	Fast-day. I attended the Fast-
		day Meeting in 17" Ward and
		addressed the assembly. Ordinarily
		I am not able to attend these
		meetings in the Ward, as I
		am busy at school. We usually
		hold a meeting of the kind
		however at school.
Jan 5. 	Attended the Stake Priesthood Meeting,
		and addressed the Meeting by
		call of the Presidency.
Jan 7.	Work recommenced today. Holidays
		are over.
Jan 9. 	By previous appointment I today
		night delivered a lecture on
		"Stimulants and Narcotics" before
		the people of the Sixth Ward,
		under the auspices of the
		Improvement Association.
Jan 10.	By previous agreement I lectured
		tonight on "Stimulants and Narcotics"
		in 17th Ward.

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Jan 11 Administered to Sister Josephine Horne
by request.
Jan. 13.	In the evening, I attended <Sunday> by
invitation the Fifteenth Ward meeting,
and addressed the assemblage.
Jan. 15. According to previous appointment,
I this evening delivered a lecture
in the First Ward, under the
auspices of the Improvement Asso-
ciations of the Ward. Subject:–
"Stimulants and Narcotics."
Jan. 16.	Lectured this evening, under
direction of the Improvement Asso-
ciations in Fourth Ward. on the
subject of "Loves and Hates."
Jan. 19 According to arrangements previously
made, I went this evening by train
to Bountiful, Davis Co., and delivered
a lecture under the auspices and
direction of the Ward authorities, on
"Stimulants and Narcotics." I was
very pleasantly received and entertained
by Bro. John H. Barlow, whose son
is a student at our Academy.
A somewhat humorous experience
fell to my lot this evening. Of
course I am personally unacquainted
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I came into the Meeting House, and
it was learned that my name was
"Talmage", some very innocently asked
if my father had not yet arrived,
thinking that because I had no beans
on my face, I was not the one
appointed for the lecture. Where one 
good brother broke out with "Why
bless me! You are only a boy"!
I felt a keen relish of pride and
satisfaction. I am thankful to God
for the privilege of being called a
Mormon boy.
I staid all night at Bro. Barlows
Jan 20. Sunday.
	By invitation of the Bishop
ric, I remained in Bountiful today.
I attended the Ward Priesthood
Meeting in the morning, and
by request, addressed the brethren
on the subject of Latter-day Saint
Schools. Then went to Sunday
School; and in response to a 
question was brought to speak
in the Theological Class. I was
also called to address the school.
In afternoon, I addressed the
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returned home to Salt Lake City by
evening train.
Jan 21. Delivered a lecture this evening
under the auspices of the 15th
School District on "Mind in
Animals."
Jan 23. Lectured under the auspices of the
Improvement Associations in
the Second Ward on "Stimulants
and Narcotics."
Jan 25. By previous appointment I delivered
our experimental lecture this evening
under the program of the Students
Society of our Academy on "Electricity."
Jan 28. By previous appointment, lectured
this evening in the Eleventh Ward,
on "Alcohol and Narcotics."
Feb 1. Today witnessed the close of school
for the term. Public exercises were
held appropriate to the occasion
and all passed off pleasantly. We
are thankful for the evidences of
success.
Feb 3. Sunday. Preached in the Large
Tabernacle by call of the President
Our Third Term of school reopened
today under very favorable auspices
This evening, according to previous

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appointment, I lectured in the Third
Ward on "Science and Religion." A very
unpleasant experience fell to my
lot this evening. The meeting house
in the Third Ward is small, and it
was filled to overflowing. I was
unavoidably a few minutes behind
the time set for the opening, and
had no opportunity of looking
around and arranging matters of
convenience before the lecture.
All windows were closed; and as the
lecture progressed, the air of the
room became so foul that the
lamps all burned dull. The janitor
was unable to get out, and the
windows could only be lowered
from the outside; so we had to
bear it. I made the lecture short,
but I suffered considerably. Foul
air is deadly; and I need all the
pure air I can ordinarily get, being
closely confined within doors during
the day.
Feb. 5. By previous arrangement, I delivered
a lecture this evening, under
the auspices of the M. I. A. of
the 19 Ward. on "Stimulants and Narcotics."

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Feb. 6	In accordance with the request
of the Improvement Associations
of the 21st Ward, I lectured this evening
under the auspices of that associa-
tion on "Mind in Animals." My
experience tonight was strange
and instructive. I have felt seriously
ill during the day – partly I am
sure, from the effects of last Monday
night's experience in the Third Ward;
and soon after the closing of school,
I was compelled to hasten home
and retire. I rose from bed, just
in time to reach the Meeting House
in time to lecture; and was feeling
very ill at the time of beginning.
I requested the brethren sitting on the
stand to sustain me with their
faith and prayers, knowing that without
divine support I could not fill the
appointment. The first ten minutes of
my lecture were marked by intense
suffering; then a brightness and a
sensation of peace came over me – as 
a mist lifts itself into impalpable
air before the sun's rays – and I spoke
far more fluently than usual. I
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I reverently acknowledge the hand of God
in the matter.
Feb. 7 Lectured this evening in the Fifth
Ward, on "Stimulants and Narcotics."
	Regarding these frequent lectures:–
–I am indeed pleased to be
of use and service in the grand
work of Mutual Improvement, though
I feel at times that too much <is> crowded
into a short space of time. Of late
I have been out so much, and
have been so fully occupied in
other ways, that I have had too
little sleep for my good.
Feb. 9. In response to an invitation
from the officers of the "Woman's
Suffrage Association of Utah," I
today appeared before the convention
of the Association and delivered a
short address on the topic of
the hour. This is a new role for me
to fill.
Feb 10 Today, an event occurred, which
Sunday to me is a great and deeply
appreciated blessing. By invita-
tion I met with certain brethren
composing a Prayer Circle, and
was admitted a member. Since

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severing my connection with the
Circle at Provo, in consequence
of my removal from that city, I
have not had the privilege
of meeting with any organization
of that kind. This Circle meets
Sundays at 11 a. m, and is presided
over by Elder Edward Sudgrove.
	In the evening, according
to previous appointment, I visited
the meeting in First Ward, and
addressed the congregation.
Feb. 11 Delivered a lecture in the
Fifteenth Ward, under the auspices
of the Improvement Association
on "Stimulants and Narcotics."
Feb. 12. Lectured in the Tenth Ward under
the auspices of the Improvement
Association;– Subject:– "Mind in
Animals.
Feb. 15 Delivered a lecture before the
Students' Society of our Academy on
the "Physiology and Hygiene of the
Mind."
Feb. 19 By invitation, I met this evening
at the President's Office with the
officers of the "Deseret Sunday
School Union." This organization

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has undertaken to prepare outlines
of lessons for use throughout the
schools of Zion; the lessons are
to be in leaflet form, one for
each Sabbath; and the subject
to be treated during the present
year is "The Life of Christ."
Elders George Reynolds, Willard
Done and myself have been
selected as a Committee to
attend to the work, and
tonight we were duly installed.
I feel that at present I have
about as much labor as I can
well and properly attend to;
but still accept this labor in
addition cheerfully, hoping that
strength will be given me for
the occasion
Feb. 20. Delivered a lecture under the
auspices of the Eighteenth Ward
on the subject of "Good for
Nothing."
Feb. 22. 	A holiday:– the anniversary of
Washington's Birthday. The inter-
mission was appreciated by myself:–
I am very busy and this day was
devoted to miscellaneous work.

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Feb 23 	Attended the High Priests'
		Quorum Meeting. I had been
		appointed as a speaker for the
		day; but owing to a most severe
		affiction of the throat and lungs 
		– preventing my talking audibly
		at all – I was compelled to ask
		for excuse and release. This
		attack I think is due to so
		much night lecturing of late –
		though I have tried to exercise
		average care. I trust it will be
		but a temporary ailment.
Feb 24 	Sunday. This day is one to be
		remembered in the history of our
		people. Two days ago, Apostle
		George Q. Cannon, who had been
		sentenced to imprisonment for
		acknowledging his wives as women
		of honor and virtue, was released
		from the Penetentiary having
		served his full term and sentence.
		His return to liberty was pleasantly
		celebrated by his friends, and the
		people generally. But today, he
		attended the Sabbath Services in the
		tabernacle, and addressed the
		congregation. President Wilford Woodruff

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was there too and he also preached. In all
six of the apostles were present
– an event not known for a
long time. The President's stand
was opened – it has been closed
since the commencement of the
exile of our leaders, some four
years ago. The building was
filled to overflowing.
	This evening I had been
appointed to preach in the
21st Ward, but owing to my severe
hoarseness, the appointment
was postponed.
Feb. 27. Today we moved from our
temporary residence at No. 32
Centre St. to No. 86 Centre St.
I dislike moving very much;
but in this case feel that our
condition has been bettered. We
have been subjected to considerable
annoyance and inconvenience
of late owing to scarcity of water.
Beside that, we have but
three rooms and two of these
are up stairs, which circumstance
is annoying and even injurious
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new home, we have it is true only
three rooms but they are more
commodions than those we
have been tenanting – and they
are all on the ground floor.
Again, we have a cellar, and
a summer kitchen in addition;
and a stable – so that I can
bring my horse up. We are
blessed with a water pipe at
the door; and the rent is
$11.00 per month: instead of $14.00
as at our former residence.
	But the moving was disagreeable.
March 2. I had accepted an appointment
for today, at Logan – to lecture
under the auspices of the
Brigham Young College; but
as my hoarseness is still severe
Pres. Cannon telegraphed the authorities
at Logan that I could not come
I attended the Stake Priesthood
Meeting – we were favored with
a sermon from Apostle Cannon
Mar. 3 Sunday. Stake Conference. Attended
meetings.
Mar. 4. Stake Conference continued in
consequence of which our school

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		was suspended. At the meeting today
		I was proposed and sustained
		as a Home Missionary for the
		Stake.
			Today too my horse "Prince,"
		was brought up from Provo.
		I have missed my horse, and
		have found great need for him
		in the past, but had no place
		to keep him, and so could not
		bring him up.
Mar. 5	Visited the Electrical Establishments of
		the city with classes of students.
Mar. 9	Visited Glass Works with students.
Mar 10.	Sunday. <Attended Prayer Circle in morning> Preached in the Large
		Tabernacle at the regular afternoon
		session by call of the President.
		In the evening attended and
		addressed by request the meeting
		in the Twenty-first Ward.
Mar 11	Visited the Electric Light Works
		with the students. I feel grateful
		for the marked favors extended
		to our classes by the superintendent
		and other officials of these works.
Mar 13.	Today the Library heretofore known
		as the Salt Lake Stake Library, which
		has been closed for some time

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was reopened, now under the auspices
of our Academy. The books and
other properties have been duly
transformed to the care of the
Academy. This will doubtlessly be
a mark of great advantage to
the Academy. Formal exercises were
held on the occasion of the
opening. I offered an address
as part of the program on the
subject of "Libraries."
Mar 14.	By request, I today administered
to Sister Josephine Horne.
Mar 15. 	Tonight according to previous
appointment I delivered a lecture
– the second and last of the series
– on "Electricity." Apparatus illus-
trating most of the modern
applications of the science was
fitted up and operated. We had
electric lights, gas lighting apparatus,
electric bells; burglar alarms,
electric motors; electroplating etc.
Mar 16. The "Herald" – a morning paper gives
an extended account of the lecture
last evening. It states that such 
a demonstration has not before
been seen in the city. I am

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glad to note the appreciation of the
effort.
Mar 17 Sunday.	Attended Prayer Circle, and
afternoon service as usual. In the
evening by appointment I preached
in the Third Ward as a Home
Missionary, in company with
Elder Wm Wood Jr.
Mar 22. I was glad today to receive a gentle word
of counsel from Prest. Geo. Q. Cannon of
the quorum of the Twelve Apostles regarding
my public labors. He stated the authorities
who had noted my frequent lectures etc. of late
felt that I was laboring too hard; and
I was authorized to use his (Bro. Cannon's)
name in declining any appointment
of the kind. I feel thankful for this. My
labors this winter have at times seemed
to me very heavy; but I have endeavored
to respond to every call in the cause
of Mutual Improvement, which circumstances
would permit me to do. On this counsel,
however, I can do so with propriety. I 
cancelled two lectures partially arranged
for the near future; and declined an
engagement for another lecture – all
under Mutual Improvement Auspices.
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Mar. 24	Sunday – During the morning, by
appointment I filled an appointment
as a Home Missionary in the
German Saints' Meeting. Of course, I
spoke in English, a report being
taken and afterward read to the
Saints in their native tongue.
	Attended Sacramental Meeting as
usual in the Tabernacle during
the afternoon. In the evening, I 
spoke in the Twelfth Ward, ac-
cording to previous appointment,
on "Atheism and Idolatry".
Mar. 27	After school hours took the Geology
class on a trip. In evening attended
the Home Missionary Meeting, and
was set apart to act as a
Home Missionary in the Stake
under the hands of Prest Angus
M. Cannon, and his Counsellor,
El. Jos. E. Taylor, the latter being
month.
Mar. 29 Delivered a short lecture or address
in answer to a question before the
Students' Society.
Mar. 30	At the invitation of Bro. Lambert, the
father of one of our students, I today
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and a friend on a trip to the West
Mountains. We spent greater part of day
examining formations and collecting
specimens. Reached home at night,
after a journey of over 45 miles.
Mar 31	Sunday. Attended Prayer Circle as
usual during morning. and regular
meeting in afternoon. In the evening
attended the Nineteenth Ward
meeting, and on presentation
of recommend obtained from
the Bishop of 17" Ward, my 
wife and I were received as
members of this the 19" Ward.
This evening also was the
occasion of the division of
the 19" Ward, a portion of the
region formerly covered by that
Ward being now constituted as
a new Ward, the Twenty second.
At this meeting for the first time
in my experience in the church,
I witnessed a dissenting vote
against a nomination of the
Priesthood. Elder Alfred Solomon
was proposed as Bishop of the
ward now newly created, and one
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cast an opposing vote. When question[-]
as to the cause, he explained that
he had a personal ill feeling
against the nominee. So do
personalities creep in, in our devotion
to the cause of God.
April 4. Assisted in administering to James
Cobb, by request of Prest Cannon.
This day also, I was honored with
an interview with Pres. Woodruff,
and several of the Twelve, on
School matters.
April 6. The Annual Conference of the Church
opened today. I attended meeting
morning and afternoon, and in the
evening, the Priesthood Meeting
was held, at which I was also
present. The instructions have
been most timely and applicable.
The Spirit of God was with
the assemblies in rich abundance.
Apr. 7 Sunday – Attended Conference Morning
and afternoon, and the Sabbath School
Meeting at night. In the afternoon
the congregation was seated according
to Priesthood and Membership in
Solemn Assembly, and the General
Authorities were voted upon by each

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quorum separately, and then by the congrega-
tion at large. The Presidency of the
Church was reestablished, Wilford
Woodruff President, George Q. Cannon
First Counsellor, and Joseph F. 
Smith Second Counsellor. Apostle
Lorenzo Snow becomes the President
of the Apostles, the quorum con-
taining now nine apostles. There
was no dissenting vote throughout
the vast assembly though there
were from twelve to fifteen
thousand people present.
Apr 8.	Conference continued. I attended
meetings morning and afternoon.
In the afternoon the conference
adjourned.
Apr. 9. 	Today a convention of school Boards
and teachers was held in the Social
Hall during forenoon, Pres. Woodruff
presiding. Matters of general
interest to the School officers were
discussed, and various committees
appointed to suggest courses of
preceedure in particular lines of
work. Prof. Maeser, Prof Tanner
and myself were appointed an
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the role being established that
no teacher can be engaged in any
Church School who does not hold
a certificate of Authority from
the Board.
In the afternoon, the Board of Exam-
ination met and made preliminary
announcements for the annual
examinations.
April 10. 	Our Academy resumed session
today, having been suspended since
Friday last – April 5, on account of
Conference.
April 12.	Attended regular session of the
Students' Society, and delivered an
address on the "Characteristics of
Longfellow's Poetry". The third term
of the Academy closed today.
April 13	In the afternoon, Bro Lambert, a
student of our institution, and
I, proceeded horseback to Cottonwood,
visiting the Paper Mill and other
places of interest on the way. the
ride was a hard one – wind and
dust very bad.
April 14	By appointment Elder <R>. J. Young and
myself preached in the Fourth Ward
as Home Missionaries in the evening

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		meeting. We felt that the meeting was
		an impressive one.
April 15.	School reopened today, the last term.
		The attendance is small, owing to
		the lateness of the season. The term
		ends June 21 – much later than
		schools usually run here.
		Today I sold my horse. This is a
		step which I felt in duty bound
		to take, for although a horse is to
		me a source of great delight,
		and also of material use and
		advantages, the expense attending
		the keeping is great, and I am
		endeavoring to save all means possible
		just now, hoping to be able to take
		my brother Albert to New York that
		his eye may be operated upon during
		the coming summer. I do not think
		people often consider the expense
		attending some of these luxuries. I have
		kept careful account of all expenditures
		for many years, and have made an
		extract of all outlay on account of
		my horse since purchasing one. April 14
		1887. The total, including buying
		price, saddle, keep etc. is $225.20.
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in trading the horse first bought for
another in 1887 (May), leaving a <net> gross
outlay of $150.20	I sell the horse <saddle & all> now
for $1450– so in my case the horse
pays for himself within $1020.– This
of course is a fortunate sale, but
the outlay is indeed great.
April 21 Sunday:– By appointment, Elder E. S.
Wright and myself went to North Jordan
Ward and preached as Home Missionaries.
We went by morning train and returned
in evening.
April 24	Attended Home Missionary Meeting in
evening.
April 27	Attended the regular monthly meeting of
the High Priests Quorum, and by
previous appointment delivered an
address on "Religion and Science".
April 28 Sunday:– Attended Prayer Circle Meeting
in morning: and in the afternoon
the regular Stake Meeting in the
Large Tabernacle, at which, by
spe call of the Presidency, I addressed
the assembly.
April 30 Tuesday:– This day has been designated 
by Proclamation of the President of
the United States, as a National Holiday
it being the centennial anniversary of

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the accession of George Washington to
the Presidency of the United States.
A proclamation to the same effect
was duly issued by the Governor of
the Territory of Utah: and a recom-
mendation from the Presidency of the
Church, and from the Stake Presidency
followed. The day was observed in an
appropriate way by our people, in
the form of Special Services at the
Tabernacle at the appointed hour.
I attended.
May 2. The General Board of Education for
the Church met today. The Board
took action in conferring degrees
upon Professors Maeser, Tanner
and myself – the three members
of the Examining Board appointed
April 9". Prof Maeser received the
degree and title of "Doctor of
Letters and Didactics" (DLD.):
Prof. Tanner that of "Doctor of
Mathematics & Didactics" (DDM):
and myself the title of
"Doctor of Science and
Didactics." (DS.D). This is an
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those who are competent to judge
place confidence in our poor
ability. And to me personally
this is a pleasing fulfillment
of a promise made to me on
the occasion of my going east
in 1882. The General Authorities of
the Church, in setting me apart
for the mission, told me not to 
go or to wait for any title or
distinction from the institutions
which I might attend; but to
come back to the hive as soon as
I had collected the honey for which
I went. I was promised that
higher honors should come to 
me by this course than through
any other. True the way seemed
open to me there to attain the
Doctorship; but I returned through
the mercy of God, though to
remain there and take the
alluring prize was a temptation.
Now the distinction comes to me
and is evidenced by a diploma
bearing the name of Jesus Christ
upon its face, and attested by
the signature of the Prophet of

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God on earth (Pres. Woodruff, the
president of the General Board of
Education.) Such recognition has
never before been given to
scholars anywhere on earth.
The diplomas were retained for the
affixing of seals etc: and some little
time may elapse before we receive
them. I shall copy mine if possible
when received for which purpose
I reserve space here:–
		Copy–

	Holiness to the Lord.

The General Board of Education
		of the
Church of Jesus Christ of
	Latter day Saints,
To all to whom these presents
may come Greeting:–
	Know Ye That:–
Satisfactory evidence having been  brought
before us, that

Professor James Edward Talmage
Is a High Priest in full standing

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and fellowship in the Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints,
and that he has pursued to a 
successful completion, theoretically
and practically, the various branches
of a liberal education in Theology,
Science, Letters, and the Arts.
	We do therefore declare him the
said James Edward Talmage,
	to be a 
Doctor in Science and Didactics
	(D.Sc.D.)
Unto all the schools of the said 
Church.

In witness whereof, we have caused this
		Diploma
to be signed by the President and
Secretary of this Board, and to be
Sealed and issued, at Salt Lake
City Utah, on this the second day
of May Anno Domini, one
thousand, eight hundred and
eighty nine.
	In behalf of the General Board of Education
					Wilford Woodruff President
Seal						George Reynolds Secretary

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May 4,	Attended monthly Priesthood Meeting
	=	of the Stake during morning.
May 5	Sunday. By appointment, Elder
		Harry A. Young and myself went
		today to West Jordan as Home 
		Missionaries. We travelled to Bingham
		Junction by train, thence afoot
		to West Jordan. Meet with the
		Sunday School, and by request
		each of us addressed the school.
		Regular meeting was held at 12 am. 
		we filled our appointment, and 
		returned home same evening.
		At night, I attended the meeting 
		in Nineteenth Ward
May 8. 	The "Deseret News" of tonight contains
		an editorial with comments on the
		recent act of the General Board
		in conferring degrees. As it was
		published by authority having
		been first read to and sanctioned
		by Prest. Woodruff (so says the
		editor – and I can testify to the
		same having been present in
		the President's room when
		it was read) I entr enter the
		article in full, on next page 
		(160).

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[Column 1]
DESERET EVENING NEWS.
PUBLISHED DAILY SUNDAYS EXCEPTED,
	AT FOUR O'CLOCK.

PRINTED AND PUBLISHED BY
THE DESERET NEWS COMPANY.

CHARLES W. PENROSE. EDITOR.

Wednesday,	-	May 8, 1888.

[Column 2]
		A NEW FEATURE.
	AT A meeting of the General
Board of Education for the Church,
held on Thursday, May 2nd, a new
and important step was taken. It
was determined that, in connection
with the general educational move-
ment recently established, degrees
should be created and diplomas is-
sued in conformity with them
Three have already been created and
bestowed, as follows:
	Doctor in Letters and Didactics
the title to consist, as elsewhere, of
the initial letters—D.L.D. A diplo-
ma in this degree has been issued
to Professor Karl G. Maeser. Doc-
tor in Science and Didactics—title
D.S.D.—diploma issued to Professor
James E. Talmage; Doctor in Math-
ematics and Didactics—title D.M.D.
—diploma issued to Professor J.M.
Tanner.
	Everything connected with this
important educational movement
being of intense interest to all Lat-
ter-day Saints throughout the
world, that the reader may be in-
formed in detail regarding it, we
here insert in full a copy of the
diploma issued to Brother Maeser,
the two others being similar in
every respect except in the matter
of name and title, and the character
of the ecclesiastical office of the
holder of the document:
	Holiness to the Lord. The Gen-
eral Board of Education of the
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-
day Saints. To all to whom these
presents may come, Greeting:
	Know ye, that satisfactory evi-
dence having been brought before
us, that Professor Karl G. Maeser is
a High Priest, in full standing and
fellowship in the Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints, and
that he has pursued to a suc-
cessful completion, theoretically and
practically, the various branches of
a liberal education in theology,
science, letters and the arts.
	We do therefore declare him, the
said Karl G. Maeser, to be a Doctor
in Letters and Didactics (D.L.D.)
unto all the schools of the said
Church.
	In Witness Whereof, we have
caused this diploma to be signed by
the President and Secretary of this
Board, and to be sealed and issued,
at Salt Lake City, Utah, on this
the second day of May, Anno
Domini, one thousand, eight hun-
dred and eighty-nine.
	In behalf of the General Board of
Education:
		WILFORD WOODRUFF,
[SEAL.]				President.
		GEORGE REYNOLDS,
					Secretary.

[Column 3]
	It is needless perhaps to state that
it is the desire of the General
Board that the titles associated with
the degrees shall be recognized and
used in the schools and among the
people. It will be observed that
didactics is included in each degree.
This is necessarily the case, the
training of teachers being a chief
and important part of the calling
of those receiving these diplomas.
	The three gentlemen upon whom
the newly created degrees have
been conferred, Professors Maeser,
Talmage and Tanner, constitute the
Examining Board which will pass
upon the qualifications of all appli-
cants for teachers' certificates and
diplomas. A thorough and com-
plete academic curriculum has been
adopted by the General Board for
the government of the examiners.
Those who pass an examination
under it will be entitled to the degree
of Bachelor of Didactics (B.D.) This
fact will doubtless prove a healthful
stimulus to young people who con-
clude to adopt teaching as a profes-
sion. The title of professor has been
used with unwarrantable freedom
by persons who have not been in-
trinsically entitled to it. Within
the system which is the subject
of the present writing, it
will only be used by those
who fairly earn it by obtaining the
academic diploma. The develop-
ment of this movement, as it pro-
gresses, will doubtless cause the fact
to dawn upon the minds of the
young that it will be unnecessary
for them to go east, except perhaps
in special instances, in order to ob-
tain an education that will meet the
general requirements of life.
	So far as we are informed, there is
a distinctive and notable feature
connected with the diplomas issued
under the Church system. They
are, we believe, the only documents
of the kind extant across the face of
which appears the name of Jesus
Christ.
	The inauguration of this move-
ment among the Latter-day Saints
marks the dawning of a brighter day
for the education of the youth of the
people of God on the earth.
	The diplomas are the handiwork
of T. W. Clayton, the noted pen-
man. It is doubtful whether that
skilful artist ever executed anything
that did him more credit. The doc-
uments are so well done that they
would be pronounced things of beau-
ty by the most fastidious connoisseur.

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May 10.	This evening I received an unexpected
call to accompany Apostle John W.
Taylor to Bear Lake Stake. Prest.
A. M. Cannon of the Academy Board
gave his consent. This necessitated
the countermanding of an appoint-
ment already made for me to lecture
in Ogden on Sunday night next.
May 11. Left with Apostle Taylor by early
Utah Central train and went thereon
to Ogden. Then took Utah and
Northern train and went to 
Nic Cannon's Idaho. Here we
stayed all night.
May 12. Went by Oregon Short Line to
Montpelier, at which place we
arrived about 12.30 p.m. We were
met here by Bro. Spence who drove
us rapidly to Paris; we were taken
to Prest. Budge's house and went
from there to meeting. By call
of Bro Taylor I addressed the
congregation during the afternoon.
Bro. Taylor also spoke. After the
regular services, the funeral rite
of Bro. Jones an aged elder were
conducted. Bro Taylor spoke
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May 13. 	Conference continued. By direction
of the authorities, I addressed the
meeting during the morning, and
Apostle Taylor spoke during
the afternoon. After meeting we
visited the house of Bro. Robinson,
and administered to his wife.
Then we were taken by team to
Garden City, at which place we 
held an evening meeting. Bro.
Taylor was feeling ill, and I
had to speak. We stayed together
at the house of Bro. Cook.
May 14 Rose early. Bishop Kimball of
Meadowville took us across the
mountains to Logan, at which
place we arrived about 5 p.m.
Luckily a freight train was
first about to start for the
south. I boarded it leaving
Bro. Taylor in Logan. Taking the
late passenger train from Ogden
I reached home about midnight.
This trip has been to me a most
instructive and impressive one.
To travel in company with an
apostle of the Lord and to receive
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along the way is a blessing greatly
to be prized. Bro. Taylor is a
man of God; his words are words of
inspiration; his influence is a holy
one. He is unlearned in matters of
worldly knowledge, yet his wisdom
is plainly apparent. I am thankful
for his company; and hope that I 
may long remember his instructions.
May 15 I learn today that certain members
of the Academy Board of Directors
are feeling that my recent absence
was improper. Of course they attach
no censure to me for going. I was
called by the proper authority; but
they seem to think that my school
work is a mission in itself, and
I ought not to be called on other
errands. I was told not to
consider this as a precedent
for future calls.
	This day the Academy Board
met to consider preliminary steps
for our next school year. By
unanimous vote, the name of
the institution was changed from
"Salt Lake Stake Academy" to that of
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reasons for such a step are strong.
There is in Salt Lake City an
incorporated institution, known
as the Salt Lake Academy; and the
confusion arising from the similarity
of name is great. Again, under
the Church Educational system,
there are many new institutions
being established, and nearly all
are named "Academics" it is the
intention of the general authorities
to make the institution in this
stake a leading one for zion, and
hence the propriety of the name
College.
May 19 Sunday.	Attended all meetings
regularly:– the Circle meeting in
morning at which it fell to my 
lot to be mouth; the regular taber-
nacle service in afternoon; and
the 19th ward meeting in evening.
May 21 .This day is one to be forever
remembered. At 11.20 p.m., under
very auspicious circumstances, a
son was born to us. I know not
how to express the thankfulness
I feel for this great gift of God.
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my beloved wife passed the ordeal
with great faith and in comparative
safety. Less than three hours before
the time of birth she was able
to be out in the open air. All
went so well; and though her
sufferings were intense yet she
bore all bravely. A son! – born to
us under the covenant of the
Priesthood – tis a blessing of
which I feel hardly worthy. May
our Father give us, the child's
parents, wisdom to guide and
instruct him aright!
May. 23	Attended a meeting of the Stake
Board of Education, for the
purpose of discussing the circular
of the institution (L.D.S. College)
for the coming year.
May 26. Through press of unavoidable
Sunday circumstances, the Board of Examiners
for church schools were compelled
to hold a brief session today; at
which the propositions for examination
of candidates for certificates were 
discussed.
	All is yet well with wife and
child. No serious symptoms have as yet

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manifested themselves and we
feel that all is prosperous; for
which we are sincerely thankful.
May 29. This being the eighth day of my son's
age I gave him today his blessing
and a name. The name is
Sterling Booth Talmage.
May 30. Went to Provo by early train in
the fulfillment of a previously
made appointment to attend the
examination of candidates for
Certificates as Instructors in
church Schools. The written exam-
inations have been conducted already;
the Examining Board now attend
to practical and oral work only.
I examine in:– Grammar, Composition,
Georgraphy; Hygiene and Spelling.
	In evening Bro. Josiah Cluff
provided a conveyance, and we
went on the farm; friends folks all
fairly well. Returned home <to Provo> late. I
stayed with Bro. Cluff.
May 31. Examinations continue
June 1 Final work in examination done.
Today the figures denoting efficiency
were collated. Returned home to
Salt Lake City by evening train. Bro &

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Sister Cluff, and son, accompanied me.
Found all favorable and well
with Mamma and baby
June 2. Sunday.	Attended meetings of the
Annual Conference of the Improvement
Associations.
June 8. Saturday. Went by morning train to Saltair
– an establishment by the Lake shore,
at which Salt is prepared. I went to 
study the processes of salt manufacture,
and was rewarded by marked success.
Supt. Nephi W. Clayton went out also, especially
to assist in the matter. Two of my
students accompanied me. We returned
home by early evening train.
June 9 Sunday. In morning attended Prayer
Circle as usual, and by appointment
administered in consecrating the oil.
In afternoon, attended Tabernacle services,
and by call of the Presidency I preached to
the Congregation. In evening, according
to previous appointment, I preached
as a Home Missionary at the Second
Ward meeting. Elder Frank Hyde had
been appointed to accompany me, but
was unable so to do.
June 11. In the evening attended a concert at
the Tabernacle, gotten up for the

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benefit of the sufferers in the terrible
		Johnstown floods and fires. This disaster
		is an appalling one; and the cause 
		calls for aid and sympathy from all.
		I am glad that our people respond
		so liberally toward aiding the 
		distressed. 
June 17  For a long time past, I have been 
		engaged in inquiries regarding
		my brother Albert's sight. He has
		been blind since October 1873 owing to
		an accident. One eye has been entirely 
		removed, and the other through sympathetic
		affection is entirely blind. Last winter, 
		I brought him to Salt Lake City, and 
		had his eye examined by Dr. Pratt, who
		is of the opinion that an operation of 
		Irid[--]ctomy would result in good.
		Dr. Henry D. Noyes of New York is regarded 
		as among the highest of his profession, 
		as an Oculist, and I wrote to him. Tonight
		an answer was received recommending
		that I bring Albert to New York at once. 
June 19	Had an interview with President Woodruff, 
		Cannon & Smith, the First Presidency
		of the Church regarding the advisability
		of taking Albert back. They counsel
		me to go and go at once. I began

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	preparations at once, and wrote to the folks
	at Provo to have all in readiness for
	a start within a few days.
		This day too, marked a somewhat un-
	looked for event. I have, for some time,
	been in correspondence with a Dr
	Rowley of Westford Mass. who is an
	Assistant Professor in the Chicago
	University – called usually the Correspond-
	ence University of Chicago. Our inter-
	course has been of a scientific nature
	  Then again, I am personally acquainted
	with Dr Bailey, the Professor of Chemisty
	in the same institution, and have been
	in correspondence with him for some
	time. This gentleman was my instructor
	in Chemistry, while I was a student in
	the Lehigh University.
		Today I received a letter from Dr
	Harkins of the University (President) stating
	that the Council had accepted the
	recommendations of these two Professors,
	and had satisfied themselves as to my
	attainments while at Lehigh University
	and Johns Hopkins University, and of the
	original labor in Chemistry done while here,
	and had resolved, that I was in all
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''Doctor of Philosophy" (Ph.D.) Further,
that after this action was perfected by
the Council, but before the vote was
cast that the degree should be bestowed,
a technical objection was raised, owing
to a rule of the institution that no
one could receive the degree of "Doctor
of Philosophy" unless he already holds
the degree of "Master of Science" or "Master
of Arts." But the University Council
having voted upon my worthiness
for the higher degree, thereupon Conferred
upon me the degree and title of
Master of Science (M.S.); and
afterward, bestowed the degree of
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) The diploma
for the former degree is issued; and
of the latter will be given as soon
as I forward a Thesis.
	This is an unlooked for honor. The
Ph D degree being the highest title
conferred in the field of Science. I
value such distinctions in the one
way in which degrees are valuable 
– they are an evidence to the public
at large that men who are capable of
judging consider the recipient worthy
and able.

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June 20 Today marked the close of the school
year. The event was celebrated in a
very pleasing way – students and teachers
went in a body to Calder's Gardens a
fine pleasure resort situated a few
miles south of the City, and spent the
day in pleasure. We returned home in
early evening.
June 21.	A very busy day. I was today blessed by
Apostle Richards for my trip, and set apart
as a Missionary. My blessing was a very
strong one; and in its fulfilment I have
the completest faith. I was told that I
should have joy on the journey; that my
brother and I should be blessed in ways
least expected: that we should be protected;
that all who aided us shall be blessed;
and all who seek our injury shall find
their own injury.
	I laid the matter of the recent action
of the Chicago Institution before Apostle
Richards, and Apostle President Geo Q Cannon:
they counsel me to accept the proffered
honors; send all needed fees, and secure
the diplomas. They congratulate me; and
promise me use and good from the
distinctions. I shall endeavor to follow
their direction.

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June 22 Went to Provo by early train, and brought
Albert back with me at night to Salt 
Lake City. By direction of Apostle Richard,
I applied to Pres. Smoot to designate
some one to bless Albert for the journey
and operation; and Elder James E. Daniels
so officiated.
June 23 Sunday. Today we started, my brother
Albert and I, leaving Salt Lake City at
6 a.m, and proceeding as far as Ogden
on the Utah Central Ry, thence by the
eastbound Union Pacific. On the way
to Ogden we met Apostle Lorenzo Snow,
on the train, and he gave us as-
surances of his faith, and blessed Albert
for the journey, promising him safety
and benefit. Our object in leaving
home and travelling today (Sunday) is
to reach New York with the least possible
delay, not knowing how long we will be 
detained there.
June 24 Continued riding; without any remarkable
variation. Arrived at Council Bluffs at
9 p.m: and at 9.40 we started for
Chicago via the "Chicago, Milwaukee and
St. Paul" Ry. Constant riding is tedious
under any and all circumstances; but
I sympathize very deeply with Albert to whom

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the monotony is unrelieved by any sight of
scenery or person.
June 25. Arrived at Chicago at 2.15 p.m. After
getting a lunch, (for which we had to pay
an extortionate price, thinking we had but
little time, and therefore could not go farther
to seek a cheaper and a better place, whereas,
as we afterward found, we really had several
hours to spare.), we applied at the office
of the Chicago and Atlantic Ry, to the Supt.
of which road I had letters of introduction
from friends in Salt Lake City. We were fortunate
in securing reduced rates to New York. We
enjoyed a walk through part of the city,
and at 7 p.m. left Chicago via the Chicago
and Atlantic Road for New York.
June 26 Still going. A stormy dismal day. There are
many degrees in the provisions made for the
comforts of travellers, and the accomodating
dispositions of the officers on the different 
roads. And in each of these t respects,
the train upon which we now are is
least pleasing. Owing to some delay along the
road during last night, our train has been
late all day, and to make as good time
as possible, our car was hitched to a
fast freight train, and we experience a
considerable shaking up. But this is

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all right. It gives variety, and variety 
is spice.
June 27	Arrived in New York at 8.15 a.m. Went
at once to the N. Y. Eye and Ear Infirmary
corner 2nd Avenue and 13 St; and presented
the letter which I had received before
leaving home from Dr. Noyes. Albert was
admitted; and after he was comfortably 
settled, being able to leave him, I went
to Dr Noyes' residence; and he appointed
tomorrow as the time for an examination.
Fortunately I procured a room in close
proximity to the Infirmary, at the house
of Mrs. Pressel, 314 East 13th St. The room
is a tiny one; and it is high – a
sky-light room they call it.
June 28. Took Albert to Dr Noyes' office at 233 Madison
Avenue, early this morning. He made
a careful examination of brother's eye; and
decided to perform an operation; but did
not hold much hope of immediate benefit.
The operation of Iriductomy was performed
at 3 p.m. The doctor's lack of faith does
not weaken mine at all. I shall not
feel that the blessings of the Priesthood
are unfulfilled if my brother does not
see at once. I firmly believe that he
will see; <but> whether this is the time,

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and this the place I cannot tell. This I
know, that we have done all we could
to secure the blessing, as far as following the
means provided and counselled by the
servants of god is concerned. If aught
more can be done by way of works,
I feel eager to do such as soon as
its nature is known to me. I feel hopeful.
I left Albert resting quietly in bed
after the operation, and feeling comfortable.
June 29. Albert is feeling well in health today.
He suffers no pain. I spent day in
visiting Libraries and Museums. In the
evening, in company with a Mr. Pratt
of San Francisco, whom I had the pleasure
of meeting on the train between Ogden
and Omaha, I attended a comic operetta
performance at the justly renowned
Casino theatre.
June 30	Sunday. In morning I attended the
Catholic Cathedral; also the St. Thomas'
Episcopal Church; and in the evening
the Ashbury Methodist Church. In after-
noon I visited Central Park and there
witnessed a free open air concert,
such as is prepared weekly for the benefit
of the poor. This and several other
smaller parks are great attractions

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and blessings to the people of this great
city.
July 1. Went to Brooklyn, and then met
for the first time a Mr. Joseph Branson
whose home is in Germantown Philadel-
phia Pa: and with whom I have had
considerable correspondence in the
matter of exchanging minerals. We
made an appointment for a visit to
a few places of interest before I start
home.	Albert is still improving,
able to be up already; and all bandages
off his eye: but thus far no improvement
in his sight.
July 2. A very rainy day. Yesterday was same
in fact. I spent most of day in the 
libraries, of which there are so many
in N. York. In the afternoon stayed at
the Infirmary for some time, and
there read to the inmates of Albert's
ward.
July 3. 	Visited museums and Eisner and
Arnend's Chemical Establishment; making
some purchases in the latter.
July 4. The Nation's birth-day; but a very
rainy one here. I went early to Central
Park and examined the collections of
Natural History Specimens. The menagerie

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is a very intensive one. Spent part of the
afternoon in the Metropolitan Museum of
Art; and then went to the Eden Musee,
at which place there is a very large
collection of Wax models.
July 5.	Spent the greater part of the day in
quiet rest. Have not been feeling
well in body of late; the heat here
is great and the general state of the 
atmosphere very, very, oppressive.
The papers daily report death from
this cause. But yesterday a child
died in its mother's arms while on
the street cars: and the other day
I saw a street car horse fall dead
on the track with no apparent
warning. The New York "World," a 
journal of wide circulation, has
established a "Sick Baby Fund" to
provide for the care of suffering
infants, for it is among these little
innocents that the most fatalities
occur.
July 6.  According to a previous appointment
with Mr. Branson (see July 1) I went
this morning by early train via the
Central Ry. of New Jersey to Phila-
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and we went to his home in
Germantown, a suburb of Philadelphia.
Here I spent a very pleasant time
until noon, examining his large
collections of mineralogical treasure,
and securing several specimens for
exchange. In the afternoon, we
were joined by a friend of Mr. Branson,
named Mr. J. C. Lightfoot, and we
took train to Eddystone. There we
visited the large Granite Quarries,
owned and operated by Mr Deschong
to whom I secured an introduction.
Here we found Zoisite, Leidyite,
Chabasite, Beryl, Orthoclase, and
Tourmaline. After collecting a 
number of fine specimens, and
securing others through the
courtesy of Mr. Deshong, we took
evening train back to Philadelphia
thence to Germantown. By in-
vitation of Mr Branson I stayed at
his house.
July 7 Sunday. Although the Sabbath day, we
made a visit to Mr Lightfoot, our
companion of yesterday. His collec-
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In the evening I returned to New York
July 8. Visited Central Park again, and spent
most of forenoon in the menagerie.
I suffered (?) a slight attack of the
Collector's fever today. Have been
gathering specimens of all sorts, and while
looking at the animals in the Park
Zoological collection I felt a desire to
get a specimen of hair from the rarest
creatures, to mount for microscopic
examination. I made my strange request
to the superintendent, and it was granted.
A workman was sent with me, and
we literally bearded the lion in his
den; and pulled hairs from the tiger's
tail. We visited all the rare animals
and I rejoice in a big collection.
Albert is progressing nicely, and we hope
to be able to leave New York at an
early date.
July 9 Visited some of the city courts. In after-
noon went to Brooklyn, and passed
a few hours of wonderment in
Greenwood Cemetery, that gorgeous
metropolis of the dead. In the
space of little more than an hour
I witnessed the arrival of eight
funeral processions.

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July 10 Spent part of day in packing
specimens, so that we may be
ready to start home as soon as
the Doctor thinks it wise that
Albert should travel. The condition
of health in New York just at
present is a very sad one. The
air is so foul, heavily laden with
poisonous vapors and unhealthful
emanations, that there is little wonder
of the populous cemeteries. I learned
authentically that today a babe died
in its mother's arms on the streets
today; and yet the temperature is
not excessively high. The public
parks are breathing organs to the
city.
July 11. By instructions from Dr Noyes, I took
Albert this morning to his private
office at 233 Madison Avenue.
He made a careful examination of
my brother's eye and advised that
we go home at once. He says
Albert has recovered as far as recovery
has gone, with phenimenal rapidity;
and he recognises the value of
our mountain air at home, as conducive
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to procure tickets etc; and at 6 p.m
		we were embarked on the ferry boat
		connecting with Ontario and Western
		Ry. We left on the train at 6.30.
		The line lies alongside the Hudson,
		and the beauty of the scenery is
		almost beyond comprehension except
		by the aid of present vision.
			In regard to my brother-his
		sight is at present not improved;
		but the operation advised by President
		Woodruff has been successfully performed.
		I know of nothing more we can do
		and my faith in the fulfilment
		of the promise of the j[---]thoor
		is as strong as ever.
July 12	Continued riding. The scenery about
		Lake Ontario is beautiful in the 
		extreme. The waters were so still,
		and the vessels riding on its
		bosom looked like some gorgeous
		birds. At 1 p.m. we reached Niagara
		Falls-the world's wonder in
		cataracts. Crossed suspension Bridge,
		changing cars to the Ground Trunk
		line and entered Canada. Here
		British laws prevail; edicts are 
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	seem to have an English flavor. "Her
	Majesty's" Inspector came around
	and examined our valises. At Port
	Heron we crossed the river on
	the ferry; the train entire.
	Albert's condition seems to improve
	with the journey.
July 13. Reached Chicago at 8.30 a.m. Had a
	breakfast, and walked around the
	city a little; then took the
	Chicago, Milwaukee and St Paul at
	2.30, and continued westward.
July 14 Sunday. Arrived at Council Bluffs
	at 8 a.m. Then with little delay we
	changed to the Union Pacific, and
	went bounding on again
July 15. Travelled all day. Arrived at Ogden
	at 9.30 p.m; took passage on the
	Utah Central and reached Salt Lake
	City at 11.30. And I am home again;
	somewhat unexpectedly to the folks.
	Found all well; wife and son feeling
	very finely. Oh; I am sincerely thankful
	to be home once more.
July 16. Took Albert to Provo by early train; thence
	by private conveyance to the farm. The
	folks are overjoyed to see us; and though
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	yet they recognise that all has been done
	that we know how to do. I returned to Salt
	Lake City by evening train.
July 17. Went to work without delay in the
	Laboratory.
July 21. Sunday. Have been busily engaged
	since reaching home, at the College.
	Today I attended meetings as usual,
	Prayer Circle in morning and the
	Tabernacle Meeting in afternoon.
July 27. Week has passed in busy occupation.
	Today I attended the High Priests'
	Meeting during forenoon; and in the
	afternoon was present at a specially
	called meeting of the Bishops and
	others to consider the condition of
	affairs pertaining to the coming
	election for Territorial Legislators, and
	other officers.
July 28. Sunday. By appointment went to
	Draper, and officiated as a Home
	Missionary. My companion – Elder Cowans,
	for some reason could not accompany me.
	I attended Sabbath School, and spoke;
	and also the afternoon meeting; Was
	pleasantly entertained at the home
	of Bp. Stewart. Returned to Salt Lake
	City by evening train.

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July 31. Attended Home Missionary Meeting
in evening.
Aug. 1. This being the first Thursday of the
month, it is the regular Fast Day.
Wife and I attended the Nineteenth Ward
Meeting, and took one little sow,
and he was blessed there, Elder <August H.> Carlson
being month. By request I officiated
in blessing several children and
confirming members who had been
recently baptized.
Aug. 3. Attended the monthly Priesthood Meeting of
the Stake, and by call of the President
I addressed the meeting.
Aug. 4. Sunday. Attended Prayer Circle in the
morning; and Tabernacle Services in
afternoon. In evening, Elder Joseph
Wells and myself officiated as Home
Missionaries in the Sixth Ward.
Aug 56 Today by formal appointment the
Latter-day Saints' College opened its
session for the fourth academic
year. The attendance at the opening
was unusually large in consideration
of the heated season of the year. The
authorities of the college, both Faculty
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previous to the issuing of the Annual
Circular, decided on a later date;
but the wishes of some members of
the General Board were consulted
with the result named. Many patrons
decline to send their children while
the weather continues so warm.
The present summer has been and
continues to be, unusually dry
and warm.
Aug 9. This day marks the close of the 
first school week of the year; and
a most successful and profitable
week it has proved. The students
are of a high grade; many of them
are graduates of other institutions,
and several are practical and
experienced teachers.
Aug 11. Sunday; Attended meetings regularly;
prayer circle in morning; Tabernacle
Services in afternoon, and Ward
meeting in evening.
Aug. 18 Sunday:– Attended Prayer Circle in morning
and assisted by consecrating the oils.
In afternoon by call of the President,
I addressed the Tabernacle Meeting,
and in evening officiated as a Home Missionary
with Elder Thorup in the 21" ward.

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Aug. 21 Today a painful duty fell to the
	lot of my fellow teachers and
	myself, we having to attend the
	funeral of a last year student of
	our College. Bro. Henry Brown was
	the name of the deceased; he
	lived in South Cottonwood; and
	while a student endeared himself
	to teachers and associates by his
	unassuming and quiet obedience.
	Our regular teachers went, all, to
	South Cottonwood this afternoon. By
	request I preached the funeral
	Sermon – Bros. Done and Nelson also
	spoke briefly. We returned home in
	the evening.
Aug. 23 Wife and son went away today, to
	pay a visit to the folks. So I am
	to be a bachelor for a while. It is
	expected that they will stay
	some weeks.
Aug 25 	Sunday:– Elder Samuel W. Richards and
	myself were appointed to speak in
	the capacity of Home Missionaries today
	at Brighton Ward. I was unable to
	see Bro. Richards before today; and
	relied upon meeting Bishop Schoenfelt
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At 11.30 however he had not come as expected,
and seeing there was so little time to
spare, I started and walked to Brighton.
It is but a comparatively short distance
– 6 miles or so. Bro Richards was not
there. I rode home with Bro. Gold.
Aug. 28. By special invitation I joined <a party> of
ladies and gentlemen and visited
the Saltair Salt Works on the shore
of the Salt Lake. The party comprised
Presidents Wilford Woodruff, George Q.
Cannon, and about twenty-five others.
We went by special train, leaving
the city at 2.15, and arriving home
at 5.30 p.m. The preparation of salt
from the lake water is a grand success,
and is I believe the forerunner
of chemical industries of wide
range founded on the composition
of the lake water.
	On the way, I enjoyed
an extensive conversation with both
Prests. Woodruff and Cannon, and learned
from them many points of interest
and importance. They give me reason
to hope, that at some future time,
the specimens at the Deseret Museum
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Aug 30. This evening dedicatory services
were held at the building to be
occupied as the Latter-day Saints'
Seminary of the 18th Ward in this
city. By special appointment I took
a small part in the exercises by
delivering a brief address. The event
marks the progress of our "new education".
Aug. 31 Attended Priesthood Meeting in morning.
This was really a combination of the
monthly Stake Priesthood Meeting, and
the monthly High Priests' Quorum Meeting.
Sept. 1 Sunday. Today the Stake Conference
convened. I attended all meetings
morning afternoon and evening. The
best of spirit prevailed. The time was
occupied mostly by the Presidency of 
the Church, and the Apostles in giving
timely and necessary instructions unto
the people.
Sept 2. Conference continuing we adjourned
school session today. By call of
Prest. Woodruff I addressed the
assembly for a short time during
the morning services. Attended
afternoon meeting.
	In the evening, as in duty
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of citizens of the Third Municipal Ward,
to consider the subject of choosing
and sending delegates to a Convention
of the Peoples' Party to be shortly held.
I was elected one of the said delegates.
Now this is a division of our 
activity in which I would much
prefer not to work practically;
but I recognise the duty and
necessity of being actively alive
to such requirements. The non-
"Mormon" element, the "Liberal Party,"
as they style themselves, are
making all efforts, fair and foul
to gain political control of the
city at the next municipal
election – to be held in February next.
Sept. 5. Tonight at 8 o'clock, I attended the
convention above referred to. The 
meeting was held in City Hall, and
consists of 94 delegates. When the
elections for permanent offices
of the convention were held, I
was elected Chaplain, and officiated
as such, at the opening and
closing of the meeting.
Sept 6 Attended an adjourned meeting of
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as Chaplain. The business thus far
transacted has been mostly prelimi-
nary in its nature. A committee
is now appointed to draft a form
of platform of party principles.
	Wife and babe are still away;
have been gone now two weeks.
I am informed frequently by letter, and
learn with deepest joy that they are
well. I live in solitude just now;
only come home to sleep. Go to my
office usually at 6 to 6:30 a.m, and
come home in the evening
between 8 and 11. My health has
been and is far from good. In
fact I am slightly alarmed at
some symptoms. For two or three
weeks my appetite has failed, and
such to me is very unusual. I
take dinner (6 p.m.) at the Valley House
Hotel; but usually do not eat at
all during the day until that
time. I am able to attend to work
however, and such goes on well.
God is truly blessing us in our labors.
Sept 7. Attended another session of the People's
Party Municipal Convention, and officiated
as Chaplain. In executive session I

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made a short speech on the duties of
delegates Adjourned until the 12" of September
Sept 8. Sunday:– Attended meetings as usual,- 
Prayer circle in morning, Stake
meeting in afternoon, and 19" Ward
meeting in the evening. At the
last named gathering I addressed
the assembly by call of the presiding
officer.
Sept 7 (Omitted above). Administered by request
to Bro. Isaac J. Hayes.
Sept. 12. Attended the adjourned session of the
Municipal Convention. The time was
mostly consumed in an executive
session with discussing the proposed
Declaration of Principles of the Peoples' 
Party.
Sept. 13 Attended meeting of Municipal Convention
again; subject – same as last night.
Sept. 15 Sunday:– Attended meetings. In evening
went by appointment in company with
Elder Parry and officiated as Home
Missionary in First Ward.
Sept. 16. Wife and boy came home tonight; well 
and happy. Had not expected them
so soon but most happy to have
them home again. They had been gone 
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Sept. 17.	Attended an adjourned meeting of
the Peoples' Party Convention. Time
was occupied in discussing the 
proposed "Platform of Principles," which
was finally adopted. The convention
adjourned near midnight sine die.
Sept. 20 At the regular weekly Faculty Meeting
of the instructors of our College held
today, Bro Willard Croxall in behalf of
the teachers presented me with an elegant
g silk umbrella as an evidence
of good will. Tomorrow is my birthday,
and it is in commemoration of this that
the kind act took place. Such a mark
of esteem toward such an unworthy 
object is deeply gratifying. May my
Heavenly Father aid me in meriting the
good feelings which my friends and
associates so kindly show toward me.
Sept. 22.	Sunday:- By appointment Elder Orson
Woolley and myself were to speak as
Home Missionaries <at South Jordan> today. I took the
early morning southbound train, but
being misinformed as to the location
of the ward, I left the railway at
Draper instead of at Sandy. No conveyance
was sent to Draper to meet the
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South Jordan was in waiting at Sandy.
Bishop Stewart of Draper kindly furnished
me a house. I rode to South Jordan;
and met Elder Woolley there, he having
come by private conveyance from
Salt Lake City. We addressed the
meeting, and returned home each by
the road of his coming; Bro. Woolley
going direct, I proceeding to Draper
by horse, thence home by rail.
	Today I had an instance brought
to view of sincerity in deeds as in
words. Bro. George W. Beckstead
of Riverton met me at South
Jordan, and we engaged in conversa-
tion regarding the affairs of the
time. He seemed very much
exercised over the portents of our
enemies gaining political power
in Salt Lake City this coming election.
Although not a resident of Salt Lake City,
he expressed himself eager to aid in
any way; and upon learning that the
so called "Liberal" party had been guilty
of casting fraudulent votes in the past,
he pledged himself to me in the sum
of $200 as reward for the conviction of
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next election – in February next. This
action I was requested to report to
the proper authorities.
Sept. 23. In the evening I attended a lecture
on "Health" by Mrs. Dr Longshore Potts,
at the Salt Lake Theatre.
Sept. 25. This evening I attended a special
meeting of the Peoples Party Delegates
who assembled in the capacity of a
Caucus to discuss matters pertaining
to the coming election.
Sept. 29. 	Sunday. Attended Prayer Circle in
morning; and it being my turn, I
addressed the meeting and also officiated
as mouth in the circle.
Attended regular Tabernacle services in
afternoon. Assisted in administering
to Elder Shepherd, a neighbor of ours.
This is Wife's birthday. She begins her
twenty second year.
Oct. 4. Today the Sixtieth Semi annual Con-
ference of the Church opened. Our
College adjourned session last evening,
the intermission to continue until
conference closes. I attended meetings
Went to the "Utah Exposition" or
Fair, and arranged apparatus for the
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Oct 5. Today was kept busy making an alyses
of Beet Root Juices submitted in
competition for the prizes offered by
the Deseret Agricultural and Man-
ufacturing Association. For this purpose
I had been selected by the Association.
In the evening I attended Priesthood
Meeting.
Oct 6. Sunday. Attended Conference meetings
morning and afternoon, and the
Sunday School Meeting in evening.
At the morning session the officers of
the Church were proposed, and sus-
tained by the vote of the congregation.
Elders Marril Lund, and Abraham H.
Cannon were selected to fill the
vacancies existing in the Quorum
of the Twelve Apostles.
Oct 7. By request I today delivered a
short address before the Utah Women's 
Suffrage Association.
Oct. 13 Sunday. Attended regular meetings morning
and afternoon. In evening by appointment
I officiated as a Home Missionary in
company with Elder Elias Morris in
the Fifteenth Ward.
Oct 18. This evening the Students' Society
of our College for began its sessions

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for the current school year. The
organization meeting was a most
pleasing affair. I took a small part
on the program by delivering a
short address on the subject, "Science
and Art."
Oct. 20 Sunday. Today in company with
Elder Wm McKay I went to Herriman
Ward. There we officiated as Home
Missionaries. We returned home in the
evening.
Oct. 23. By request in company with Elder
Driggs and Bishop Booth of Provo.
I went this evening to the First
Ward and spoke at the Political
Club of the ward. The special
subject under discussion and considera–
was the school affairs of the territory. 
The meeting was small; but those
present were extremely enthusiastic
The night was very stormy. We
were all wet through from the rain.
Oct. 27 Sunday. Attended Prayer Circle and
Tabernacle Services as usual. In the
evening, Elder Hyrum Groesbeck and
myself preached as Home Missionaries
in the Fifth Ward. The meeting was an
inspiring one.

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Nov. 3/'89 Sunday:– Attended meetings as usual.
Item omitted:– On Wednesday evening last,
Oct 30, I attended the regular meeting of
the Home Missionaries of the Stake.
Of late, there are few topics discussed
in meetings except politics. I shall
be happy when the approaching
election (February next) is past:
then perhaps we will get time to
think of our religion somewhat
more fully.
Nov. 7 At the meeting of the Students'
Society of the College, I this evening
delivered a lecture on "The Air
we breathe" with numerous
experiments. The audience was
large, and apparently deeply inter-
ested.
Nov. 10 Sunday:- By appointment, Elder Marino
Pack and myself preached this evening
in the Tenth Ward; as Home Missionaries
A pleasing meeting.
Nov. 15. This evening a Students' Ball was
held by our students. I attended, at as I
felt in duty bound to do; though
I remained but a short time. The
influence of the school seemed to
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result was gratifying. I am thankful
to be associated with so noble a class
of students; the influence of the Spirit
of God is felt about our institution,–
– His institution in fact, and many
and great are the evidences of Divine
favor which we receive.
Nov. 17 Sunday;- By call of the Presidency of
the Stake, I addressed the Tabernacle
congregation today. Prest. George Q.
Cannon spoke after me.
	In the evening, by request I
visited the Fourteenth Ward Meeting
and there spoke.
Nov 23. This day I appeared as a witness in
the Third District Court before Judge
Anderson. The circumstances are
briefly these;- The anti-"Mormon,"
elements here in Utah have been
exerting themselves to their utmost
capacity to rob the people of their
rights as citizens. An effort of extra
strength in this direction is being
made in view of the approaching
city election, at which the opposition
party hope to gain control of the city
offices, and especially of the municipal
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are eager to prevent the naturalization of
Mormon citizens, and for some time past
all Latter-day Saints who have applied
for recognition as citizens have been
ordered by the Court to stand aside.
An investigation has been instituted,
based, it is true on the application
of a particular individual – Moore
by name – but it is in fact an
arraignment and trial of the whole
church. The testimony of apostates, and
of loudly avowed enemies of the people
has been received by the courts. Alleged
exposures of the sacred ceremonies of
the Endowment House, blood curdling
tales of "blood atonement" practices,
loud wails of priestly despotism
and other lies have been daily
served on the judicial table. The
lawyers of "our side" have placed
a number of witnesses before
the court, to testify to facts. One
such witness – Elder C. W. Penrose,
the editor of the "Deseret News" is now
in prison whither he was committed
because of an alleged contempt of
court in declining to answer a
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What all this has to do with the
application of Mr Moore for his
papers of citizenship is indeed
hard to discover. Well, among others
I was called as a witness – the particular
points asked of me being as to the
nature of the teachings given by
me to classes in Theology in the
Brigham Young Academy, and the
Latter-day Saints' College. I went upon
the witness-stand trusting in the
Lord, and without any thought as
to what I should say; and He
truly aided me, and gave me words.
The crossexamination was rigid
and every attempt was made to
confuse my testimony; but I trust
that the truth was clear.
Nov. 24. Sunday. Attended meetings as usual,
the morning prayer circle however
being omitted, as it has been since
November 3" owing to the removal of
the endowment house at which
these meetings were formerly held.
I trust this suspension of prayer
circle meetings will not be prolonged;
for I feel that the prayers of the
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	epoch of trying scenes. At the Tabernacle
	Services in the afternoon Pret. G. Q. Cannon
	was among the speakers. He delivered a 
	powerful discourse on the necessity
	and effects of continual revelation.
	In the evening, Elder C. Livingstone
	and myself preached in the 16" Ward
	as Home Missionaries.
Nov. 28. This day having been designated by
	proclamation of the President of the
	United States, and the Governor of
	Utah Territory as a day of Thanks-
	giving, we observed the same by a 
	formal adjournment of college
	session. Among the Latter day Saints, 
	it is not customary to hold religious
	services on this day, as is done
	by most other sects, the reason
	of which omission, I am not able
	to state. 
Nov 27 Attended regular monthly meeting
	of the Home Missionaries.
Nov. 29 <30>	Attended High Priests' meeting.
	Today the decision was rendered
	by Judge Anderson in the Third
	District Court in the case of the
	application of Mr Moore and others
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As was expected from the general
tons of the Judge's remarks during
the trial, and his radical rulings
on points of difference the decision
is adverse to the "Mormon" applicant, 
but it is far, far more extensive in
its injustice than was expected at all. 
It is to the effect that no Latter-day
Saint need apply for citizenship. 
Whether he has taken endownments or
not is not to be inquired into: if
he is a Mormon, he is not considered
fit to become a citizen of this great
Republic of Liberty. Judge Anderson
has officially declared that a man may
indulge in sexual crimes with 
impunity: such would not affect
his "good moral character"; applicants
of such a class can be readily admitted, 
and will be welcomed as citizens; 
but believers in the work of God
are debaned. I am filled with a 
feeling of profound sympathy for 
the perpetrators of such outrages. 
I do not grow angry; God forgive them; 
I am sure Satan has so blinded
their eyes that they know not
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a day of reckoning must come. My sole
fear is that the Latter day Saints may
be less energetic and faithful than
the Lord expects them to be; but of
the eventual triumph of the
work of God, I have no moment
of doubt.
Dec. 1. Sunday. By special request I
visited the Sixteenth Ward Sabbath
School this morning and deliverd
a lecture before the Theological
Class on "Marriage." After this, Elder
Arthur Stayner and myself went
by private conveyance to North
Point Ward – about 7 miles from
the city, and there we preached
as Home Missionaries. The day was a
very unpleasant one – rain and
wind abounded; and the ward being
so very scattered, but few persons
were present – only ten (10) and they
equally divided as to sex occupied the
auditorium; yet a richer portion of the
Spirit of God I seldom witness, than
was manifest in that little meeting.
By request of Bro. Stayner, I spoke
first, occupying about 40 minutes,
and dwelling mostly on Prayer. After,

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I had finished Elder Stayner spoke
about the same length of time and
on the same subject. After meeting,
we took lunch at the residence
of Bishp Bishop Reed, and then we
returned home.
Dec. 7	By request I today attended the regular
fortnightly session of the Salt Lake. 
County Teachers' Institute, and delivered
a brief lecture on "Method in Study."
Dec. 15. Sunday Attended regular meetings, and
among them I am happy to say, the
weekly prayer circle which to-day resumed.
We meet now in a private house, a room
in which has been prepared, and which 
was today dedicated for the purpose.
In the evening I attended the twenty- 
second Ward meeting, which convenes
jointly with the Ninetenth Ward; and by
direction of the authorities I addressed
the meeting. The subject upon which
I felt led to speak was one upon
which my mind has of late so largely
dwelt – the necessity of cultivating
a spirit of forbearance toward our
enemies.
Dec. 16	This evening a political meeting 
was held in the 19" Ward – my ward;

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and, as usual on such occasions I made
no preparations for going; but during the
evening the President of the Assembly
came in person to request my presence;
so I went. The proceedings were, as
is common, loudly enthusiastic, even
tumultuous at times. I was called on
to speak: and I fear lest I tended to 
dampen the ardor of the meeting, for
my words were of the soothing,
rather than of the inflammatory
type. I feel that there is danger
in the noisy turbulence of present
feeling on political matters. Nearly
every speech to which I listen is
of the stirring kind; and the necessity
of stirring the people into their
duty is freely admitted; but it is an
easy matter to dethrone reason while
so doing. Last night two boys of
opposite political parties began a 
quarrel, and one of them – August Edler
by name, a Liberal, stabbed the other.
I trust there will be no more such
scenes. I pray for calm and quiet and
I stay away from political gatherings
generally and have already declined over
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Dec. 18	Attended Home Missionary Meeting in
	the evening.
Dec. 19 This evening at the close of school an
	unexpected incident occurred. The
	present term ends tomorrow, and today
	marked the close of regular class work.
	Just before the benediction was to
	have been pronounced, one of the
	students asked permission to read a
	poem which had been composed
	for the occasion. Miss Aretta Young,
	one of the students of the academic de-
	partment then read the following, which
	was her own production:–

			A Souvenir
From the Students of the L.D.S. College
		to their teachers;
	With the Compliments of the Season.
1.
	Soon we part, but not with sadness,
	Will we bid the short adieu,
	For so soon will be our meeting
	Dearest Teachers here with you;
	In our absence will be changed,
	Seasons of the fairest joy;
	Days wherein will be rich blessings
	Tempered not with base alloy.

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2. Christmas with its holy greetings
	From the angels far above,
"Peace on earth, good will to mortals."
	Sung in hymns of sacred love;
With its treasures and sweet tokens
	From the inmates of "sweet home,"
Greetings from the absent dear ones
	Who are called afar to roam
3:-			— —
Ere we meet again, this "Old Year,"
	With its smiles, and with its tears
Will be dead and kindly burned
	In the grave of slumbering years;
Ever fairer than the last
	With the halves of bright future
And the wisdom of the past
			— —
4:-
We will see and feel these changes
	And our souls will fill with prayer:
We will pray for you, dear Teachers,
	And upon the Zephyrs Fair,
The blessings breathed will float to heaven,
	To the Father up above,
He will hear, and will return them
	On the wings of his great love
5.		— .. —
	As a token of the blessings

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We will breath at Christmas tide;
as a token of the greetings
	When the gray "Old Year has died,
And the new in youthful freshness,
	Comes without a trace of care
Accept, we ask, these living garlands
	With this incense pure and fair.
6:–							
As an emblem of the harvest
	We will gather some fair day,
From the seeds which you are sowing,
	Teachers, take of us, we pray
these rich fruits, ay! golden treasures
	Which the husband-men of earth
Ever garner in the storehouse
	As the gems of brightest worth.
7:–							
They will breathe the fervid wishes
	That within our warm hearts dwell;
They will breathe these silent blessings,
	That fond lips can never tell;
They, the fairest works of Nature,
	Gathered from the humble sod,
	Now enshrine a benediction
	from your students to our God.
		Composed by
			Aretta Young
S. L. City, Dec. 19, 1889 	In behalf of the students

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	An interesting program of literary and
	musical exercises was then carried through
	in a very creditable manner.
	Such an expression of brotherly and
	sisterly affection on the part of students
	toward their teachers, is impressive.
	And so appropriate too – flowers and
	fruit, life, freshness, vigor, beauty,
	plenty, happiness and love all sym-
	bolized in that good gift. It was a
	refined and delicate spirit that
	planned and suggested such. I am
	thankful for such students, honored
	to be associated with them; and
	on some occasions I have said, and
	oftentimes have I felt, that I would
	willingly pay my tuition fees for
	the lessons that I learn from the
	students of my classes. At the appro-
	priate moment in the reading of
	the poem, six young ladies entered
	on either side of the teachers' stand,
	whereon was seated the entire Faculty,
	and each of the young students bearing
	a crystal basket filled with beautiful 
	flowers and rich fruits. So much better
	than boughten baubles though of great
	price. I cannot help weeping as I think of it.

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Dec. 20. This was the closing day of the term.
	Public exercises, appropriate to the
	occasion were held, commencing at 11 a.m.
	They were encouraging. Prest. Geo. Q. Cannon,
	and a number of the Stake Board were
	present. We are struggling for want
	of a suitable building; but we do the
	best the circumstances allow.
Dec. 21. A meeting of the General Board of Education
	Examiners was held of today, Bros. Maeser, &
	Tanner, and myself – the entire Board being
	present.
Dec. 22. Sabbath:– Attended usual meetings;
	Prayer Circle in the morning, Tabernacle
	Services in the afternoon; and in the
	evening, by appointment, I preached in the
	Eleventh Ward as a Home Missionary.
		This day at sundown, began a General
	Fast which has been proclaimed by the
	Presidency of the Church. The Fast is to
	extend through 24 hours – until sunset
	tomorrow; and the prayers of the saints
	are asked in behalf of our enemies,
	especially the officers of the government.
	We are not to pray for their con-
	demnation, nor for speedy judgement,
	but that their eyes may be opened, that
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and understand the true position of this
people. So many, and so vile are the
evil reports which are circulated concerning
us, and which come before the officers of
the land in their official capacity, that
the intervention of the Lord must be
invoked to overrule the affairs for
good.
Dec. 23.	This is the special Fast Day. An ap-
propriate time indeed, for it is
the anniversary of the birth of
the Prophet Joseph Smith. Special
Family Prayers were held among the 
families of the saints; then at 9 a.m.
block meetings were held in the
various wards; and at 10 a.m. regular
assemblies in the several ward
houses; then at 12.30 Prayer Circle
Meetings were held in the usual 
places, and at 2 the ward meetings
were resumed. I attended all meetings;
and the day has been a Feast Day
to me. The interest manifested by the
Saints in these gatherings has been
general. In our ward – the Nineteenth,
which for the present is united with
the Twenty-second, the house was so crowded
that two overflow meetings had to be held

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in the rooms of the school house. A
quiet, sincere spirit has characterized
the proceedings. I have faith that great
results will follow for the good of
this people.
Dec. 25. Christmas Day. Wife, son, and I all
left home this morning by early train,
and went south to Lake View. There
we were met with a train by folks
from the farm. Spent the day pleasantly 
with Father, Mother, and all the rest.
Dec. 26. Stayed all day with the folks. Since
I was down last Father and my youngest
brother George have been very ill. Pa
says he felt that he would soon die,
and did not desire to recover, but just
while he was at the worst, Elder
Norman of Salt Lake City; a friend of
the family and a Patriarch in the
church, arrived to visit the folks, and
through his administrations both Father, 
and George were healed.
Dec. 27. We started early from the farm;
went to Provo; spent some little
time there visiting friends; then
took the freight train; and went to
Pleasant Grove, where we visited Grandma.
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her for a long time – since before my
marriage. Bro. Winters – her husband, died
recently, and she is left alone. Her
health is very uncertain. In the
evening we took train and returned
to Salt Lake City. Such "outs" as these
are of severe effects upon children;
I cannot approve of taking babies
on visits; the excitement and worry
incident to seeing so many new
faces, are of necessity infurious. My 
little Sterling has been in high
glee all day; his health is of the
best, thank God; yet I see clearly
that he is tonight in a state of
unnatural excitement. By count,
we find that this day alone, he
has been fondled and petted by over
fifty (50) strangers.
Dec. 28. Attended regular monthly meeting
of the High Priests' Quorum. It
was an interesting session. Most of
the testimonies borne were upon the
efficacy of the recent Fast Day
observance, and the good spirit
which prevailed in the meetings
of that day.
Dec. 29	Sunday. Attended all regular meetings

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Dec 30 & 31  Busily engaged in office work. 
		-1890-
	January 1- Wednesday:-
Another year is here. Last New
Year's day, as a distinguishing
feature of the time I wrote "To-
day I am in my home with my
wife" (see page 132, this book); now
I can say "with wife and son. Thank
God for them; they are blessings
above earthly reckoning. My child;
my boy: my son! And such a son!
He seems the very impersonanation
of all that is winning and sweet; and
his health is good. I see so much
illness about us; it is a sickly time:
young and old are alike affected: yet
the good God blesses our house with
such exemption and is withal so kind
and merciful, that I feel we are not
of those whose sins go <not> before them
to judgement. Surely I suffer nothing
as an atonement for my sins
	Today however I filled a sad duty
in attending the funeral services of
Elder Francis Cope; a man of great

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worth in the community, and a member
of the Stake Board of Education; consequently
a man with whom I have had considerable
dealing. He was an illustration of 
our Creator's noblest work – an honest
man. His funeral was largely attended,
all classes uniting to pay to him
their last respects.
Jan 2. Fast-day. Wife, son, and I all went
to the morning fast meeting; and
participated in most enjoyable 
exercises. The testimonies borne were
of the heart-finding kind. Some of 
the sisters spoke with a force and
simplicity that belong only to the elo-
quence of heaven.
Jan. 4 Attended regular monthly meeting
of the Priesthood of the Salt Lake
Stake of Zion. Busy most of day in
preparing for the reopening of school
which occurs on Monday next.
Jan. 5 Sunday. Attended regular meetings. At
the Tabernacle services today, a most
inspiring sermon was delivered by
Elder B. H. Roberts, one of the First
Presidents of Seventies. His theme
was the loyalty of Latter-day Saints, 
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Constitution of the United States to be a
Divine instrument. Such misrepre-
sentation as this people is made the
subject of is phenomenal. Indeed the
eyes of the world seem blinded by
prejudice to all concerns of our church.
As an instance in point:- On Nov 23 last,
(see page 198) I testified as a witness
before the District Court. The Chicago
Tribune, a daily journal of note
commented upon the testimony, and
made many misstatements. Acting 
under advice, I wrote a letter to
the Chicago Tribune, stating facts, 
and asking a publication of the 
same, by way of an endeavor to
establish the truth. That paper, instead
of publishing the communication, sent
the same to the Tribune of this city,
the vilest newspaper on earth. I
verily believe the Salt Lake Tribune
published part of the article, with
abusive comments, on Sunday last,
Dec. 29, 1889, leaving out however
certain facts of great importance. The
Deseret News published the article in
full on Tuesday last, Dec. 31.
	Again: the New York School Journal

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a paper which I have warmly sup-
ported by recommending the same both
privately and publicly to teachers
and pupils, declared that the de-
velopments of the 'Court invesigation
before referred to, clearly proved that
there were several organized bands
of murderers in the employ of this
Church. Such statements are to
be read in the schools of the land.
Is it a wonder that the people of
the world grow up with deeply rooted
prejudice against the principles of
eternal truth?
Jan 6 College resumed session; this marks
the beginning of the second half year.
Jan 7 In evening, I attended a meeting
of the Stake Board of Education.
Two of the members of this Board
have been taken away by the
hand of death – Bishop Jas. Watson,
and Elder Francis Cope. Their places
have been filled with Bp. Taylor
and Elder Naisbitt.
Jan. 11. I had accepted an appointment to
go to Provo today and there deliver
a lecture before the Utah Co. Teachers
Association. An appointment was also

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made for me tomorrow as a Home 
Missionary in Mill Creek; and on
Monday next I was to lecture before
a students' society at the University of
Deseret. Yesterday and today, however,
I have been quite indisposed, and
Prest. Cannon, fearing a worse attack
has countermanded all such appoint-
ments.
Jan 12. Sunday:– Attended Prayer Circle Meeting.
but refrained from other meetings.
Jan. 19 Sunday:– Have been generally unwell
during the week but still able to
remain at work. Attended all regular 
meetings today.
Jan 20 According to previous appointment, I
today night delivered a lecture on "The
Theory of Evolution" at the University 
of Deseret, under the auspices of the
Delta Phi Society. The subject, and 
the nature of the audience caused me
to depart from my usual course in
lectures, – I wrote and read the address;
mainly that there may be no
uncertainty to my expressions. While
speaking extemporarily, a person is liable
by a slip to say the opposite of what
he means. It is easy to omit a "not" or

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a "no", and so cause misunderstanding.
Jan. 23. 	At night I attended a caucus of delegates,
to canvas the names of nominees for
offices in the city, to be voted for at
the coming municipal election. At
a Primary Meeting held in the 19" Ward,
on Monday evening last, I, among
others was elected a delegate. These
political calls - are positively painful
to me.
Jan 24. 	Delivered the old time lecture, "The Birth
and Growth of the Earth," this time
under the auspices of the Students'
Society. The illustrations were produced
by the lime light, and with dissolving
view effect - the finest illumination
that I have ever enjoyed.
Jan. 25	Attended High Priests' Quorum Meeting, 
and by call of the President, I addressed
the meeting. Today also, we inaugurated
a [--] teachers' class meeting, composed
of teachers of the college, and designed
to hold weekly sessions for the purpose
of aiding us in our study.
Jan 26. Sunday:- In the forenoon, by request I
attended the funeral of Elder Robt. Ford,
a brother with whom I have had
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especially desired that I should speak
at the services; and this I did.
The funeral services were conducted
at the Eleventh Ward Meeting House.
Bro. Ford died from injuries received
from a fall while laboring in the 
temple in this city. He lay unconscious
several days.
Attended Prayer Circle as usual; and
in the afternoon by direction of the
authorities I addressed the Taber-
nacle meeting. Attended ward
meeting in evening.
Jan 29. 	Attended monthly Home Missionary Meeting.
The session was short – consisting
merely in roll call and the receiving
of reports, after which meeting adjourned
to enable the members to attend a
grand ratification meeting called to confirm
the nomination for city offices by the
Peoples' Party. Politics seems now the
predominant passion.
Feb. 1. Attended monthly Priesthood Meeting.
Feb. 2. Sunday: Attended all meetings as
usual. Officiated in consecrating the
oil at Prayer Circle, and addressed the 
Thirteenth Ward Meeting in evening
as a Home Missionary in company with

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Elder Lewis M. Cannon. The ward authorities
have a rather unusual custom – that of
taking the signatures of the speakers
at each meeting.
Feb 5. By request, I today assisted in ad-
ministering to Sister Edith Knowlton,
daughter of Bishop Clawson: also
to Sister Camilla Cobb, one of our
teachers; and also to my wife. There is
much illness at present among the
people. A species of influenza –
sometimes spoken of as the Russian
Influenza because it was first
reported a few months ago in the
towns of Russia – commonly called
La Grippe has made its appearance
here. From dispatches from other
places however, we have reason
to feel thankful for our com-
parative immunity.
Feb. 9. Sunday.- Attended all meetings. In the
evening I addressed the meeting in the
Nineteenth Ward.
Feb. 10. This is the day of the election of
municipal officers for Salt Lake City.
Unprecedented interest has centered on
the issue. Both parties – the Peoples' Party,
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training for months past. In the matter
of the registration of voters, the proceedings
have been infamous – all members of
the People's Party finding it very hard
to get their names at all on the lists.
Hundreds of names already listed have
been stricken off without a shadow
of justification. Efforts have been repeatedly
made by the "Liberal" authorities to get
personators in place of absent, removed,
or deceased voters; and hundreds of non-
residents have been registered. The
papers of the time have given full
accounts. Today however the battle
is to end for the present. The Liberal
Party have boasted of their intention to
steal the city; and in their confident
hopes have failed even to try to cover
up their infamy. Whatever changes the
Peoples' Party prefer against them they
straightway admit, and boast of their 
perfidy. Thus, in consequence of the 
irresponsibility of the Liberals, and their
open efforts to enrich themselves at
public expense, the Peoples Party have
spoken of them as Carpet-baggers – and
at once they adopt the Carpet Bag as
their emblem, and even set it above

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the country's flag. The People's Party proved
that hundreds of men had been brought
from the Railway Camps, Mines, from Ogden,
Denver, and Iowa to vote here today;
and such arrivals have gone about the 
streets with badges upon their breasts
declaring their home. Our enemies have
learned that peace is a principle of
our faith; and not fearing retaliation
they have been bold to make any assault;
One of the pre-arranged tricks of election 
was to get their (the Liberals') votes,
early polled, then to obstruct the other 
voters in the exercise of their rights
of franchise. The People felt it their
duty to strive for all their rights; and
the call was made for voters to be
early at the polls. I went before
5 a.m. and found a hundred already 
there. When the polls opened, fully
300 men were in line. Many were
in position at 12 last night, and
remained there till voting began at 
7.45 am. 
Feb 11 The result of the election is known,
and – the Liberals have succeeded in
stealing their way into power. This city,
the central city of the land of the Saints, the

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seat of the First Presidency of the Church
is now in the hands of the enemy. The
Lord's Will will be done. He doubtlessly
has his reasons for what is. Perhaps this
will teach us humility – and liberality. As
a people, we are not entirely free from
bigotry, or intolerance. If we are made 
better by the experience then all is
indeed well with us.
Feb. 14.	At the Students' Society, I delivered a short
address on the writings of Edwin Arnold.
Feb. 16	Sunday:– Attended meetings as usual.
   "    22	Attended regular monthly meeting of the
High Priests' Quorum.
Feb. 23	Sunday:– Elder Samuel Priday and myself
were appointed to go to Bluff Dale today
in the capacity of Home Missionaries. By
a misunderstanding as to time of departure
we failed to catch the south-bound Utah
Central train leaving at 7.10 a.m., by which
we should have gone. We took the 10.30 
Denver & Rio Grande train to Draper, and
walked thence to Bluff Dale, a distance
of 3 1/2 miles. The walk was through 
snow and mud; but we were amply
compensated by the enjoyable experiences
of the meeting, at which a spirit of
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We returned to Salt Lake City by evening
Utah Central train. I was met at the
depot by Elder Niels Empey Counsellor
to the Bishop of the Thirteenth
Ward. He drove me at once to the
meeting house in that ward, where
I addressed the congregation according
to prevoius appointment.
Feb. 26.	Attended meeting of Home Missionaries
in Social Hall, at 7.30 p.m.
Today I received a very kind
communication from Elder George
Goddard, a prominent elder, and a
veteran in the church. The contents
of the letter showed that Bro. Goddard
counted me among his friends; it
was a letter of brotherly criticism,
calling attention to certain defects
in my manner of public speak-
ing especially as exhibited at the
Thirteenth Ward on Sunday evening
last where Bro. Goddard was a 
listener. He referred principally to
my failure to make my entire
audience hear. I notice now that my
attention has been called to the fact,
that I often fall into a quiet way
of speaking, entirely unadapted to

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large audiences. To call my attention
to such points of needed improvement, is 
the doing of a true friend.
Feb. 27.	Since the time of my removing from
Provo to Salt Lake City, I have been earnestly
endeavoring to secure a home of
my own; but thus far the desire
has been unfulfilled. Renting houses
is expensive and unsatisfactory; but
it has been in the past my only alterna-
tive. Property in Salt Lake City has
been raised to fabulous prices; the
place is said to be undergoing a
boom. In many cases the cost of
land is fifty times greater than it
was a few years ago In but few
places in town can lots be obtained
at less than $1000 per rod front, the
usual depth being 10 rods. I had almost
given up hope of getting a home
at all. Brother Soren Iverson, father
to one of our students, expressed to me
his desire to have us as neighbors, and
offered me a piece of land, 2 rods
by 10 rods for the sum of thirteen
hundred dollars ($1300). The President
of the Stake advised me to purchase,
and today I agreed with Bro. Iverson

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to purchase the piece. It is situated
		in the Second Ward – not my whole
		choice as to location but still it
		is a pleasant and healthful neigh-
		borhood. I shall try to build as
		soon as possible.
Feb. 28.	By request I today officiated with
		 Elder G. Wells in administering  to
		Ardell Cummings, the daughter
		of Bro. Melvin Cummings of 
		the 18" Ward.
<March 1> Feb. 29 Attended monthly Priesthood
		meeting
March 2	Sunday. Today the Stake Conference
		convened. I attended meetings
		morning and evening. In the 
		afternoon I remained at home [---] <having>
		charge of the baby, thus enabling
		my wife to attend meeting. I feel that
		I acted rightly in so doing: though,
		I was called for by President Cannon
		from the public stand, and as I
		learned in the evening, it was the
		requ desire of the authorities that I 
		should have spoken during the
		afternoon. After the evening meeting,
		Bishop Orson F. Whitney and myself
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March 3. Took part with Elder John Alford in
administering to the child of Bro. Abbott,
a neighbor of ours.
Today a contract was made between
Bro. Jas. W. Eardley and myself, by which
he is required to build a house
for me at once. We have planned
a small, cozy home—6 rooms
with accessory closets, pantry etc.
If the weather be favorable, the house
is to be finished by early May.

[The following is written sideways in left margin next to previous paragraph]
By direction of the
Authorities, I addressed the
assembly at today's
session of conference.

March 8 According to an appointment of long
standing I this day went to Provo, and
there, delivered a lecture on the "Theory
of Evolution" before the County Teachers'
Convention.  The convention, after listening
to the lecture asked permission to
publish it. Because of the importance
of the subject and the ease with which
misunderstandings arise as to a
speaker's intentions, I read the lecture
from notes. Took lunch with Bro. Keeler,
visited a few friends, and returned home
by evening train. Bro. Keeler has been
deprived through death of his babe: oh
how thankful we should be that our
precious boy is preserved from serious
illness.

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March 9. 	 Sunday:– In the evening, by previous
		invitation I attended the Fourteenth Ward
		Meeting, and addressed the meeting.
		Owing to a misunderstanding
		on my part respecting the time of
		meeting, I was late in reaching the 
		meeting-house. An elder was speaking
		as I entered, but, I being expected, he
		closed abruptly as I came upon the
		front. Such a circumstance – the know-
		ledge and consciousness of having
		interrupted another in a sermon
		served to unnerve me. I felt well
		but still constrained while addressing
		the people.
March 11.   	By request, and previous agreement,
		I tonight attended the Improvement
		Association Meeting in the Second Ward,
		and there addressed the people. No
		formal subject was announced,
		but my remarks were devoted to
		"The privileges of a Latter-day Saint
March 16	Sunday:– Attended meetings as
		usual. In evening, Elder Samuel
		McKay and myself preached as
		Home Missionaries in the Ninth Ward.
		Through the great kindness of Elder
		Mervin Woolley-the son of Bishop

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		Woolley, wife and baby were taken down
		to the ward, where they stayed till
		after meeting.
Mar. 22.		Wife and boy left today on a visit
		to friends. It is expected that they will
		be away some weeks. By evening
		train, I went to Logan, to fill appoint-
		ments for the Cache Stake Young Mens'
		Improvement Association. Elder Junius F.
		Wells of the General Superintendency
		went by same train. Arrived near
		11 p. m. I stayed at the house of
		Apostle Moses Thatcher.
Mar 23		Sunday. Was taken early to the house
		of Elder Seth Langton, which I under-
		stand is to be my head quarters
		while in Logan. Attended morning,
		afternoon, and evening services. In
		the afternoon I delivered a lecture
		on "Atheism and Idolatry". In the
		evening Bro. Tanner lectured on
		"Life of Moses". The attendance at the
		conference was large, and the general
		spirit manifested was a good one.
		I have been quite ill since leaving
		home; hardly felt able to speak
		this afternoon, but by the help of God
		I filled the appointment.

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Mar. 24	   Returned to Salt Lake City. In afternoon
		I had an interview with Pres. Woodruff,
		and Pres. Smith regarding school
		matters.
Mar. 26.	   Attended Home Missionary Meeting
		in evening.
Mar. 27	   By request I today assisted in
		administering to Sister Ardell Cummings,
		Wife of Bro. Melvin Cummins. The lady
		has been suffering in mind greatly
		of late; fears the giving way of
		her reason, and at times thinks she
		is about to die. She manifested con-
		siderable faith; and I feel that the
		administration was accepted, and
		will be for her good.
Mar. 29.	   Attended regular monthly meeting
		of the High Priests' Quorum. A
		number of the brethren spoke all
		of whom were aged; and the spirit
		shown and felt there was very strong
		and benificent. The veterans of our
		people are passing away rapidly; and
		it is a privilege to hear them talk.
Mar. 30.	   Sunday:- Attended meetings as usual.
		By appointment I addressed the Prayer
		Circle Meeting during morning.
April 1.	   In evening I delivered a lecture

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		before a joint meeting of the Improve-
		ment Associations of the Nineteenth and
		Twenty-second wards; on "Atheism
		and Idolatry." The meeting was a
		large one: the spirit was a good one,
		and I trust that benefit will ensue to
		all
April 4.	The sixtieth annual conference of the
		church convened today; and in con-
		sequence the session of the college was
		suspended. I attended meetings both
		morning and afternoon. The spirit
		manifested by speakers and hearers
		was strong. I look for great results
		from this conference.
April 5.	Conference continued; I attended all
		meetings. At the morning and afternoon
		sessions several of the General Authorities
		spoke, all treating upon timely and
		present topics, with force. No long
		speeches were made; no startling doc-
		trines announced; all good solid
		every-day religion. I have seldom wit-
		nessed so full a spirit of sincerity and
		of power as is manifested in
		this conference. At night a general
		Priesthood Meeting was held in the
		large Tabernacle. I was called to

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		follow Bro. Maeser in speaking upon
		matters connected with Church Schools.
		Bro. Maeser is rapidly becoming aged
		in appearance, though in spirit he
		is as young as ever. He is the
		pioneer of the new education among
		the Latter day Saints; and the younger
		teachers have much to do to keep up
		the high standard of excellence which
		he has set us in energy, and
		indefatiguable endeavors for the
		cause of education among the
		youth of Zion.
April 6. 	Sunday Conference still. Morning
		and afternoon meetings were largely 
		attended. Instructions were timely:
		and they seemed to strike an
		answering note in the hearts of 
		the people. It has been a time of
		great rejoicing among the saints.
		Conference adjourned at evening.
		At night a general Conference of
		Sunday School officers and mem-
		bers was held. I was called and
		addressed the meeting on "Grading
		of Sabbath Schools."
April 7.	Today a meeting of the General
		Board of Education was held;

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		and by invitation the members of
		the Salt Lake Stake Board of Educa-
		tion met jointly with the General
		Board. The affairs of the Latter
		day Saints' College were discussed.
		Among other things it was decided
		to establish a Normal Department
		in connection with the college, the
		same to be recognized by the
		General Board as the Central
		Normal Institute of the Church.
		This is a gain of prestige and of
		responsibility to the institution, and
		a great increase of labor unto
		myself.
April 11	Wife and son returned home today. They
		have been away, visiting relatives
		since Mar. 22. Both are well; and I am
		thankful for their safe return.
Apr.1[-] <12>	Today the deed was signed and sealed,
		conveying <to me> the piece of land upon which
		I hope to live, (See entry for Feb. 27, 1890). The
		tract is only 2 rods wide, by 10 rods deep,
		yet I feel that it is enough. I am thank-
		ful for it; and hope the home thereon
		will be one of peace and comfort. Building
		has been begun. In fact, the roof was com-
		menced today.

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April 20	Sunday:- By appointment, Elder Benj.
		F. Cummings and myself went today
		to North Jordan, sometimes known as
		Taylorsville, and there officiated as
		Home Missionaries. We returned to 
		Salt Lake City by evening train.
Ap. 22	Assisted in administering to Elder
		Wm Perkes, a neighbor of ours
April 25.	Attended a meeting of the Salt Lake
		Literary and Scientific Association,
		to membership in which I was honored
		with an election in October last. The
		business of the meeting pertained mainly
		to the disposal of certain pieces of
		real estate owned by the Association.
		Reference was made, however, to the
		advisability of changing the manner
		of directing the affairs of the Deseret
		Museum.
		The meeting was held in the Gards
		house; about 50 persons were present
		and as is so commonly the case with
		meetings of the sort, every avenue
		of ventilation was closed. The air
		became unbearably foul, and I was
		so overcome by it as to almost faint.
		I hastened home and lay ill during
		the entire night.

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April 27	Sunday. Attended usual meetings.
		At the afternoon Tabernacle Services
		today Prest. George Q. Cannon was
		the speaker. His discourse was a 
		powerful one, adapted alike to our
		own people, and to strangers. He
		dwelt especially upon the ultimate
		salvation of all mankind, except the
		sons of perdition – after each has
		paid the penalty of his own mis-
		deeds. So different is this doctrine
		from that of the Universalists on the
		one hand, who teach that all men will
		be saved through the ability of our
		Father to inflict punishment upon
		his erring children; and of the majority of
		Christian sects on the other hand who
		preach the endless torture of fire
		and brimstone. Pres. Cannon explained
		the meaning of "eternal punishment";
		that it is God's punishment, endless
		in its existence, yet persons will be
		condemned to it for varying
		terms of time; punishments will be
		suited to the offences; and after the
		penalty has been paid, each will
		emerge therefrom to a state of 
		glory far surpassing his expectations.

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		God, our Father has good gifts for his
		children. I observed a number of
		strangers and visitors among the con-
		gregation, sitting with deep attention. The
		sermon must have carried hope to 
		many a one.
			In the evening, I officiated as
		a Home Missionary in the Seventeenth
		Ward. Elder Charles Wilcken was
		appointed with me but he being
		away from the city was unable
		to attend. The spirit of the meeting
		was calm and serene.
April 29. Went to Ogden by afternon train to see
		Bro. Richard Haag, a former student
		of our College, and now an instructor
		in the Weber Stake Academy. I had pre-
		viously written to him, and had as-
		certained that he was free of engage-
		ment for the coming school year,
		and I have recommended him to
		our Board. He gladly accepted the
		proffered position. Afterward I was
		greatly surprised to find that the
		Principal of the Academy, and several
		members of the Board of Directors
		considered the action a wrong one,
		and even accused myself and our

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		Board of wrong actions in offering
		inducements to a teacher of another
		institution. This news was brought to
		me by Bro. Haag just as I was leaving
		on the night train for home. He
		stated that his Stake President, his 
		Bishop, and his Principal in the
		Academy all advised him to remain
		there. I thereupon told him that in
		my opinion he should remain there
		until otherwise instructed. I returned
		home same night.
April 30.	During early morning I reported the
		result of yesterday's visit to Ogden
		to the Board of Directors; the President
		thereupon reported matters to the First
		Presidency of the Church. Pres. Woodruff
		expressed himself as very desirous
		of avoiding misunderstanding and
		trouble between brethren, but that from
		our statement of the case, and Bro. Haag's
		letter to myself, it was clear that we
		had acted in good faith. He thereupon
		counselled that I return to Ogden
		with a member of our Board, and
		endeavor to conciliate parties, adding
		that Bro. Haag must be left free
		to act as he chose. Elder William

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		B. Dougall, Secretary of our Board, and
		myself went to Ogden by afternoon
		train and endeavored to find President
		Shurtliff, to whom a telegram had
		been previously sent. We failed
		to find him; but later we found
		two members of the Weber Stake
		Board, and Bro. Haag, to whom we
		delivered our message. Bro. Haag
		decided at once to come to Salt
		Lake City. Elder Dougall and myself
		returned to Salt Lake City same
		evening.
May 1.	Reported result of yesterday's visit, to
		the Presidency.
			On this occasion as on other pre-
		vious ones, I have had the pleasure
		of speaking with the authorites in
		relation to the future of our College.
		It is the intention of the General
		Board of Education, as also of the
		General Authorities of the Church
		to erect a commodious building as
		soon as possible, and then to place
		the College on a higher plane. Some
		little uncertainty exists regarding the 
		title of a site, and this will delay
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plans be followed, however, we
may confidently hope that the
next school year will be the last
which we will pass in our present
crowded and inconvenient position.
I referred then to the officers stating
in answer to questions from Pres.
George Q. Cannon, that I would greatly
like to be relieved of the Principal-
ship, being allowed to confine my
labors mainly to the Scientific
Department. I think such a change
will be made at the time of the
institution's reorganization.
May. 2. Attended the Students Society during
the evening, and delivered a short
address upon the "Labor demonstrations
on May-day, 1890."
May 3. Attended monthly Priesthood Meeting.
May 4. Sunday. By appointment I went to the
Penetentiary in the afternoon and there
addressed the inmates. A choir of
seven voices was present. The
position is a difficult one—to
see hundreds of brethren in convict garb,
and not be allowed even to nod
to them. A very orderly meeting was
held. In conversation with the Guard

[The following is written sideways in left margin]
Once before I filled an
appointment of this kind,
Sept. 30, 1888.
See page 118 this volume.

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		after the services, I learned that the
		Latter-day Saints' appointments to preach
		to the prisoners are filled far more
		promptly than are those of any
		other sect. The officer said that all
		prisoners look forward with pleasure
		to "Mormon Sunday". He stated that
		other ministers seemed to fill the
		appointments, when they filled them
		at all, as a matter of form, appar-
		ently having no concern in the
		spiritual welfare of the people.
		Then again, our people send always
		as many singers as are permitted
		to enter, some of them good lady
		vocalists, and the sound of lady voices
		is pleasing to the prisoners. I doubt
		if any other prison can be found
		throughout the world, with such a 
		company of inmates. History grows
		apace in these mountains.
		In the evening, by call of the
		Bishopric, I addressed the meeting
		of the 19" and 22" Wards – combined.
May 10	Today I conducted a party of students
		– members of the Field Club Organization
		of our college – 14 in number – on a
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	of the neighborhood. We left the city at 
	5 a.m; and went to Big Cottonwood
	Canyon; there we visited the Deseret 
	Paper Mills, roamed over the hills 
	captured a number of [---] specimens,
	then went to the Germania smelters,
	examined the apparatus, studied the
	processes, gathered samples, and hastened
	home; arriving again in Salt Lake City
	at 7 p.m The day has been profitably 
	and pleasantly spent. 
May 11.  Sunday. Attended usual meetings except 
	Prayer Circle. At the home for this I was 
	called to attend a special meeting of the
	Executive Committee of the College. 
	In the afternoon I assisted, with several 
	other brethren, in administering to Bro.
	Starley, a veteran in the Church.
May. 18	Sunday. By appointment, Elder Arthur 
	Stayner, and myself went today
	to Granger Ward, and then officiated
	as Home Missionaries. Returned to 
	Salt Lake City by evening. We travelled 
	in a private conveyance of Elder 
	Stayner's. 
		In evening, by special and previous 
	request. I addressed the Meeting in 
	the Seventh Ward. I was so ill before

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	and during the meeting as to very
	seriously fear my ability to get through
	the duty acceptably. Was administered
	to after the meeting by Bishop Thorne
	and others.
May 21.  In response to an invitation of long
	standing, wife, baby, and I went 
	today to Elder Lorenzo Young's and
	enjoyed a visit with himself and 
	his family. He is a venerable
	gentleman, and a veteran in the 
	cause; now, however, confined to
	his bed through debility. Though his
	body is weak, his spirit is as
	fresh as ever.
May 22.  Today the Commencement Exercises
	of the College took place. The affair
	was a very pleasing one.
May 23.  This day had been set as Field Day
	for students of the College. It was
	spent at Calder's Farm. Instructor
	Done had charge of the arrangments.
	I went down with wife and son in
	the afternoon. The pleasure of the occasion
	was somewhat dampened by the
	news of the death of Bro. Martin
	Jensen, a student who had been in
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	ago; there he was attacked by an affec-
	tion of the throat, from which he
	died last evening. After arriving at 
	the pleasure grounds I appointed a
	Committee from among the instructors
	and the pupils, and a series of resolu-
	tions of condolence and sympathy was 
	adopted by the students in mass meeting 
	just before the hour for dismissing. 
	After arriving in the city, by a spontaneous
	movement among the students, a meeting 
	was held in the College Hall, and an
	impromptu program rendered. I
	made an address on "College life"
	Then came the "Good-bye's" – I cannot
	get used to them. Year after year the
	experience comes; and it is ever as
	heavy as before. Separation from students 
	is like separation from one's own family.
May. 25	Sunday:–  By request I spoke today at 
	the funeral of Sister Ann Llewellyn, wife 
	of Bro. H. E. Llewellyn of the 16" Ward.
	I had not the pleasure of a personal 
	acquaintance with the deceased or her
	family;
		In afternoon, by call of the Stake 
	authorities, I spoke at the Tabernacle 
	services.

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May 26. 	By appointment I went by morning
		train to Provo, and there conducted
		certain parts of the examination of
		Church School Teachers. Had a six
		hours uninterrupted session. Returned
		home in evening.
		Elders Maeser, Tanner and myself ordained
		two of the graduates Bros.
					     to the office of Elders.
		I officiated as mouth in the first case
		and Bro. Tanner in the second.
May 27. 	Spent the greater part of the day at
		our new house, (See entries under Feb. 27
		1890; page 226; and March 3. 1890 page
		228). Several delays, incident to the
		bad weather, and the scarcity of
		building material have occurred
		in the course of the construction of
		the house, and the day named in
		the contract for its completion is
		now three weeks gone, and the house
		is far from being finished. We had
		calculated on moving to our new home
		tomorrow, but the house is not ready
		for occupancy.
May 28. Today we moved. Our furniture and
		household goods generally were
		taken to the new house, and there

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		stored in one of the unfinished rooms.
		We accepted a very kind offer of
		Bro. Iverson, our neighbor, and the
		gentleman from whom I bought
		the land, and took up our abode in
		a room of his house. Attended Home Missio
May 29.	<ary meeting in evening.> Busily engaged in arranging house-
		hold effects. The painting in one room
		was finished today, and we im-
		mediately brought in the furniture. We
		stay nights at Bro. Iverson's, and
		take our meals at restaurants.
May 30.	Continued in the good but dis-
		agreeable work of home fixing.
May 31.	In morning I attended the monthly
		meeting of the High Priests' Quorum.
		This night we passed at home, in
		a house which, by the kindness
		of the Lord we own, as stewards.
		Now for a brief description of our
		abode.
			The land is 2 rods wide, by
		ten rods deep. A narrow strip, it is
		true, but I have a right of way
		for a wagon road on the side.
			The house is of brick, outside,
		lined with well seasoned adobies. The
		arrangement of the rooms will be seen from
		the ground plan:–

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[Illustration of a six-room house floor plan]

Up stairs, two small bed rooms, with
a closet in each, also a good sized
lumber room are arranged.
	Transoms are arranged over all the
doors: the windows are large, and
ventilating flues are introduced wherever

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practicable. The house can be thoroughly 
ventilated with little trouble. An electric
burglar alarm system is in operation,
connections being made with every
outside door and window. This I have
introduced, principally to illustrate the
action of such a system to students
who may visit me. We are not wealthy
in worldly goods (thank God for it)
so have no special cause to fear
burglarious assaults. Electric door
bells and call bells are also arranged.
I rejoice in the prospect of having
a little room for my own use as
an office or study room, with a 
bed room adjoining.
	I could ask for no better accomoda-
tions than this house promises
to afford. From my soul I thank
God for his mercies to me and
mine, in providing such an abode.
There is much to be done yet; the
ground is unfenced and bare;
a garden must be prepared; a
fence erected, trees planted, flowers
and lawn started and much more. But
I feel that pleasure will attend all
such attempts to improve our home,

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	for in it we hope to live till the Lord
	sees fit to call us else where.
	 I am heartily tired of renting a
	home. The expense and labor of
	moving from place to place is very
	great, and to me, indescribably dis_
	agreeable. Since our marriage (23
	months ago) we have paid out for
	rent along Two-hundred and
	seventy-three dollars ($27300), and
	the actual [-]nttay for moving furniture
	etc. amounts to near forty dollars
	($40-.) And for this amount, the
	accommodations received have been
	very meagre. I cannot at present 
	name the expense of the home we 
	now occupy, as it is not finished,
	but shal be able so to do before
	long.
	May the Lord look in mercy on
	our abode and bless it to our good,
	and to His glory.
M. June 1.  Sunday. Wife was suddenly taken ill
	this morning; just as I was pre-
	paring for meeting. Her indisposition
	I think, results from the over work
	of the past few days, and the change 
	in drinking water. A well from which

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our neighbors procure their water
furnishes a very impure fluid. I have
analyzed it before movin here; as we 
do not use it at all for drinking
purposes- only for laundry and cooking
We get drinking water from an
artesian well about half a block
away. This water is very hard, but
for purer than the surface well
on the next lot.
	May was better at noon; but it 
seemed best that I remain at home
instead of attending meeting.  I regret
the necessity of my so doing; both
because of the suffering of my
wife, and for the loss of the sabbath
services. Today witnesses the Annual
Conference of the Young Men's In-
firuement Associations, and it is
a disappointment to me not to be 
present. .. Attended the evening meeting,
which was held in the large tabernacle.
June 3.	Today the second annual convention of
the officers of the Church Schools
was held in the Social Hall. It was 
a quiet but eminently successful
affair. A deep and lasting enthusiasm
manfists itself in the actions of the

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		people generally toward Church schools.
		It is gratifying to see the movement
		spreading as it is doing. The "new educa-
		tion" is a growing fact among this
		people.
June 6.    Received a message, during the forenoon,
		from Prest. Woodruff requesting my
		presence at a meeting to be held at
		3 p.m. in his office. I attended. The
		meeting was composed of the First
		Presidency of the Church, Bishop John
		R. Winder, Pres. George Reynolds, Bishop
		Orson F. Whitney, Elder Franklin S.
		Richards, Elder C. W. Penrose, and myself.
		The object of the meeting was to con-
		sider the advisability of preparing and
		publishing a true history of Utah and
		new people. Some time ago an anounce-
		ment was made by C. C. Goodwin, the 
		"Tribune" editor – a man whose acts
		have proved him to be an insane
		in his hatred of our people, was about
		to write a history of Utah from a
		professedly anti-Mormon standpoint.
		Hearing of this, one Dr. George (or John)
		O. Williams suggested the propriety of
		preparing a history of Utah from a
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	in some degree the ill tendency of the
	first named. This Williams deserves to 
	secure the right to publish the pro-
	posed Mormon history of Utah.
	At today's meeting, all of the bretheren
	expect the First Presidency, and in addition
	to three already named, Apostle Abram
	H. Cannon, were appointed as a com-
	mittee to consider the matter, especially
	us to the reputation and character
	of this Dr Williams.
	Bp. J. R. Winder is the chairman of
	this committee. Meetings are to be soon
	called to consider the matter more in
	detail.
June 7. Another week has closed. We have been
	leading a semi-camp life in our
	house, the carpenters, painters, and
	plasterers almost filling the house.
	We hope to be safely settled within
	a reasonable time.
June 8. Sunday. Attended Prayer Circle, and by ap-
	pointment officiated as spokesman in
	prayer: This is the first time I have attended
	Circle Meeting for six weeks, each time
	having been lawfully detained, as well
	be explained under dates of five preceeding
	Sabbaths. I can conscientiously say, that

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within my recollection I have never ,through
personal negligence absented myself from
these Prayer Meetings.
In the evening, by previous appointment
Elder Rich and W. Young and myself
preached in the Twentieth Ward in the
capacity of Home Missionaries.
At the Prayer Circle Meeting this morning,
a wonderful case of healing through
the administrations of the priesthood
was reported by one of the brethren. A
young man named Argyle of Davis
Stake was run over by a team and
load of hay some time ago. His bodily
injuries were very serious, several ribs
being broken, and other dangerous in-
juries received. He was brought to the
Deseret Hospital in this city for treatement,
and the physicians gave no hope for
his recovery. Some of the brethren ad-
ministered to him; his bones rapidly
knit, the injurious effects disappeared,
and he has now gone home well.
June 9. Elder W. Croxall, an instructor in the
College, and myself called on Bro. George
Freeze, a student of the institution
who has recently met with a painful
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		and through mishap dropped the tool, one
		prong of which penetrated his right
		foot, in the middle of the instep, going
		nearly through. Since the injury he has
		been in a feverish state, and symptoms
		of blood poisoning have shown themselve
		Elder Freeze-the father of George,- Elder
		Croxall and myself administered to the
		sufferer, I being mouth.
June 10.	Administered again to Bro George Freeze
		in conjunction with his father, I being 
		mouth. He has improved considerably
		since last evening, for which improve-
		ment, God is to be thanked.
		Bro. Freeze-George's father-informed
		me of a wondrous manifistation of
		the power of God, which had revently come
		under his observation. An employee of
		his-Bro. Gerber-is suffering the
		results of a severe rupture. A very
		serious falling of the intestines took
		place recently; Bro. Gerber went to a 
		physician-Dr Richards,-one who claimed
		at one time to belong to this church-; the
		doctor wished to reduce the rupture by
		cutting, saying that such was the only
		way to gain relief: the sufferer asked to 
		be first administered to: the doctor stated

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	that such might do for old women but
	he had no use for it. Gerber refused to be
	operated upon and sent for some of the elders
	who came and administered to him, the
	result of which was a speed reduction
	of the disarranged parts. Arrangement
	had been made to receive him at the
	hospital; he drove there himself, and
	reported that he needed no quarters. 
		Today the text of the decision of
	the Supreme Court of the United States
	in the church cases was first published
	though it was rendered several days ago.
	The court declares the confiscation of church
	property a constitutional and proper pro-
	ceeding. The court kept the matter under
	advisement over a year; and now but a ba[-]e
	majority of the judges sustain the action.
	It is a serious thing; the highest judicial 
	tribunal of the land supports the
	robbing of a church, and that church
	too, the one which even they call the
	"Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints"
	On hearing of the decision I felt unpleased
	to say to some friends who were present 
	"that act has hastened the end. This nation
	cup of iniquity is fast filling; surely the
	Lord will soon say "Enough!"

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June 15	Sunday:- Attended meetings as usual. By
		appointment I addressed the Prayer Circle
		Meeting during the morning. In the
		evening, wife and I attended the Second
		Ward meeting, presented our Certificates of
		Membership in the Nineteenth Ward of
		the church, and were received as
		members of the Second Ward. This is
		the third ward of which we have
		been members since our arrival in
		Salt Lake City; I sincerely hope we
		shall be enabled to remain settled
		here for a time. By call of the Bishop
		-L. G. Hardy – I addressed the evening
		meeting.
June 18.	Attended a meeting of the "Committee on
		History" See (June 6, p. 251).
June 19	Attended another meeting of the "Committee
		on History." The Committee made a 
		report to the Presidency of the Church,
		and reveived a message in reply to pro-
		ceed according to its best judgement. 
		The Presidency promises to sanction any
		arrangements entered into by the Com-
		mittee.
June 20	Enjoyed a two hours ramble in City
		Creek canyon with Bro. Well and Croxall,
		in search of insects. We were very suc-

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		Caseful. I have had thus far, but lilttle
		vacation rest
June 21 	In the morning attended a meeting of
		the Deseret Sunday School Committee
		reading and arranging the Lessons.
		Sun Feb. 19, 1889: page 140
		In the afternoon attended a meeting of 
		the Stake Board of Education, called to
		consider the advisability of seeking
		other quarters for our college during
		the coming year. There is good reason
		for believing that the Social Hall
		property will be condemned by the
		city authorities in order that the
		alley on the north side of the Hall
		may be widened to the dimension
		of a street.
June 22 	Sunday. In accordance with a
		suggestion from Pres. George Q. cannon,
		to whom I applied recently for comment
		in an important matter I went to 
		Payson today. The exact nature of my
		business will perhaps be explained
		later. Took dinner at Sister Webb's.
		By evening train I returned north, 
		stopping at Lake View, and visiting
		the Freks. Remained there all night.
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appeared equally pleased with my visit
by good fortune my two married sisters,
Alice and Polly, were visiting home along
with their families so that the gathering
was a general one.  I found all fairly
well.  Father is crippled however from
Rheumatism, and the severe affects of
a rupture; Ma has been seriously ill,
but is recovering.  Albert's sight has 
under gone no improvement as yet.
Mother has worried a great deal over the 
absence of my brother John, who left
home about seven weeks ago.  I have
been greatly concerned over the matter, 
but have refrained from mentioning
it here until I could cite facts.  It appears
that John's actions had proved very
annoying to Father; and Father is of a 
very irritable nature; he had repeatedly 
told John to go off, as he was tired of 
his actions etc; and on the occasion re-
ferred to John went, and has not yet re-
turned.  Soon after his departure I learned
of him being in Salt Lake City, and
found afterward that he had got em-
ployment there.  He has visited us at our
home in Salt Lake City once.  Yesterday, as I 
was expecting to see the folks today,

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and being desirous of giving them correct
information as well as being anxious on my
own account concerning John's welfare,
I visited the establishment where he
is employed – A. Keyser, Lumber, Grain,
and Wool Dealer, Corner 2" South and Third
West streets, Salt Lake City; also his Boarding
House, which is kept by Mrs. Price, corner
2" South and 4" West streets, City. Both his
superintendent, and his landlady gave
good reports of him, praising him for his
regularity and diligence. I do not at all 
approve of John's course, but now that he
is away from home, I earnestly hope and
pary for his safety. The boy's ambition is
now aroused, while he was on the farm
he showed but a bad ambition. The experience
may do him good; he has thus for not
with great success in procuring fairly
remunerative employment; I hope this
prosperity will not intoxicate him.
The folks were overjoyed to learn of 
his welfare.
	I spent a very happy evening on the
farm; mostly engaged in searching old
family records, and gleaning items of
information respecting the genealogy
of the family. One point I will give

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space to here to insure its preservation.
Father states that my Grandfather once
had prepared, a very extensive extract from
the Parish Register of Ramsbury, Wilts, 
England – the home of our family. This
was in the hands of Rev. John Hawkins,
Vicar of Ramsbury. The record was never
obtained from him, and when he died
it was taken possession of by the Rev. Mr
St[-]ton, who was son-in-law to Mr.
Hawkins. This Mr St[--]ton afterward
became Vicar of Great Bed[---]in.
June 23.	Returned to Salt Lake City by early train.
June 24. Attended a meeting of the Stake Board
of Education – adjourned from June 21.
June 25.	By previous appointment, I went this
morning by early train to Farmington,
Davis Co.; and there met Bro. Daniel
Miller a former student of the L.D.S.
College, and with him, a member of
other gentlemen forming a company
which has been organized to develop
the natural gas of that region. I went
with them to the springs, south west
of Farmington, and there tested the
escaping gas. I undertook to make an
analysis of the gas for the company.
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In the evening, I attended the regular
monthly meeting of the Home Missionaries
of the Stake. The proceedings were very 
impressive. A number of topics were 
dwelt upon, but the prominent ones
had bearing upon the present position
of our people, their duties, and their 
future prospects. Brother W. W. Riter, a 
wealthy man, and a person of wide
experience, expressed his belief, that in the 
near future, Latter-day Saints would be
excluded from many lines of employ-
ment, and many sources of supoort would
be cut off from them. Elder Aurelius
Miner, an attorney of long standing
in the church, stated that, as affairs
were now developing, it was not im-
probable, that, unless the Lord inter-
vened our enemies would accomplish our
total political disfranchisement, and 
would follow this by measures even
more harsh; perhaps by making the
best oath or qualification for taking 
licenses to transact any line of busniess.
We know not what the future will bring
forth; but no severity on the part of
our enemies could occasion much surprise
after what has been done.

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June 26 In the afternoon I received notification of a
specially called meeting to be held in the
Social Hall at four o'clock, and was invited
to be present. The meeting may with pro-
priety be called a secret one, the business
of the hour not being of a general nature. Pres.
George Q. Cannon presided. The question announced
for discussion was - Is it advisable for the
Peoples' Political Party of Utah to maintain
its organization in the face of assured defeat
at the polls through the criminal actions
of their opponents; or shall the Party be dis-
organized: or shall the Party divide and
take places in the ranks of the national
parties (Democrats and Republicans) of the day.
A free expression of opinion was called 
for, and such was given. Some advocated
the joining with the national parties; others
preferred remaining neutral for a time, but
the majority of the speakers res[---]
the maintaining of the Party in an organized
form at all hazards. This last view was
eventually carried unanimously. I spoke
upon the subject in a brief manner. The
national parties have each an unsavory
record today; they are nuclean; the People
Party is a party of principle, and would 
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affiliating with either. Pres. George Q. Cannon,
in speaking, predicted that the day would come
when the votes of the Latter-day Saints would
be courted by the national parties.
June 27.	Wife and I attended Theatre to witness an
entertainment by the Home Dramatic Club.
June 28.	Today I learned the decision of Pres. Woodruff
on the subject that constituted the cause
of my visit to Payson on Sunday last (June 22,
see page 257); and the explanation to which I 
forbore giving at the time. (See entries Sept. 11 to
October 1, inclusive, 1887  this book, pages 4 to 12)
During portions of the years 1886 and 1887, I was
present much at the house of Sister C. J. Webb
in Provo, owing to the terrible accident that
had befallen her daughter Zella. To this
young lady's intense sufferings, and the forti-
tude with which she bore all, previous refer-
ence has been made in my Journal. I 
took as active a part as I did in min-
istering to her wants, at her mother's and 
her own request, and because Zella appeared
to place confidence in me. Bro. Maeser was
almost as constant in his visits as was I.
For some time before the date of her accident,
which occurred, September 12, 1886, Zella had been
engaged to be married to a young man of
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A.O. Smoot of Utah Stake; but during
the year and two weeks that marked her lin-
gering agonies, his demeanor toward her
became cold and distant, and by many 
acts he convinced her of a change in his heart.
All this time, the young girl was drifting
toward her grave, and was pining for love,
and manly protection. Some time before her
demise, on several occasions in fact, she
declared that she preferred death to living to
fulfil her promise to George. Zella left with
her mother a death-bed charge, that unless
George Smoot radically changed his course
of life, he should not be sealed to Zella in
the Temple of God. Again, she expressed a
desire, that if such could be done with the
sanction of the proper authorities, she should be
sealed to myself. The subject has been very dear to 
my heart from the first; I have felt deterred 
however, from taking steps in the matter, by a
desire to avoid even the appearance of depriving
George Smoot of a blessing, whose right and
prerogative I considered it to be allowed all op-
portunities. He married some months after Zella's
death, without making any provisions for Zella's work.
A short time ago I received a letter from
Sister Webb, who is desirous of attending to her
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George Q Cannon, of the First Presidency, and
was counselled by him to write to, or, better to
see Sister Webb, and request her to write an explana-
tory letter to Pres. Woodruff. For this purpose I
visited her at her home in Payson on Sunday
last. I carried back with me a letter from
her to President Woodruff: this I delivered; and
the decision of the President, - whose exclusive
right it is to give and seal the sons and 
daughters of God to each other, – is to the effect
that of right Zella should be given to me.
I am profoundly affected by this action: I
am thankful from my heart. I feel willing
to make any needed sacrifice to effect an
early consummation. Immediately I wrote to Sister
Webb, to whom an official notification has
been already sent, to make arrangements for
an early visit to the Temple. Great indeed
are the mercies and blessings of the Lord to
me.
June 28.	Same date as above:– Attended the regular
monthly quorum meeting of the High Priests.
June 29 Sunday: By appointment, Elder Thorup and
I visited the Bulterville Ward, and there
officiated as Home Missionaries. We travelled
by buggy, and returned home after the meeting.
Note. All entrives from June 30 to July 26 were made
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taken during the time by my wife
June 30 Rose early feeling ill. Tried to wear off the 
feeling by work. Went early to my labratory
and labored at scientific work until even-
ing. The office and laboratory in which I
work at the Social Hall is a poorly ven-
tilated room – I have often suffered greatly
from the foul air, during school sessions, and
I find that during vacation the conditions 
are far worse; for the large rooms of the 
Hall are shut closely most of the time –
they are used on Sundays for meetings and 
are closed during the rest of the week
except for an occasional evening meeting;
and when I open my office it is im-
possible to keep the foul air of the other
rooms from finding an entrance. One
realizes such things after the ill effects
appear. This evening, after quitting my 
office, I found myself scarcely able to 
stand; intense pains in the head soon man-
ifested themselves, associated with nausea
and extreme lassitude; and I was soon
convinced that I had poisoned myself
with foul air. My body, I believe was ren-
dered specially susceptible to such ill influ-
ences through over-work, for I fully realize
that I have of late neglected taking the

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rest of which a hard years' labor placed
me in such need, and for which the
vacation is provided. I have been trying
to crowd work into vacation which in no
way belonged there; and at the present
time am under promise to make two
laborious and extended analyses, – one of 
Natrual Gas, and the other of Mineral Wax.
I realize now after reflection, that to under-
take such work, or to attempt any other
fatiguing labor during vacation is wrong;
my duty to myself mentally and physically,
and to my calling demands that I shall
take full and complete relaxation from
mental toil, and from sedentary confinement,
associated with pleasing recreation during
the vacation months. For this purpose
vacations are provided; and we (teachers) are un-
grateful and even sinful in making improper
use of such time. "As thy day thy strength
shall be," is a promise to all earnest
workers in a good cause; and I have realized
its fulfilment at every turn in my labors.
During the past school year, when, at times,
I felt knew that more than the work of one rested
on my shoulders, I felt the hand of the Lord
sustaining me with a power that was
unmistakable. The year closed successfully;

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God's chief prophet on earth – Pres. Woodruff
pronounced the work that had been done
"very good", and gave it the sanction
of this blessing. But for such sustaining
power, the work of the year could never
have been done. I know to whom the honor
and glory of the success belongs, and to Him
I joyfully render it. But vacation came;
I strove to labor rather than rest; and I feel 
that the Lord disapproved of my course,
and withdrew His support. Alone I could
not stand a day; and illness has over-
taken me. But to return to the events
of the day; - it was with difficulty that 
I reached home. I immediately retired,
filled with the somewhat gloomy con-
viction that a spell of perhaps serious
illness was settling down  upon me. Early
in the evening I was called up by the
Bishop of the ward – Leonard G. Hardy;
I responded though feeling loath. I assisted
him and others in administering to a young
son of Brother Iverson who is threatened with
diptheria. Then the Bishop took me to
the District School House, there to attend 
a School Primary Meeting for the purpose of
electing delegates to a Municipal Convention
soon to be held. But few citizens were

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present. I was elected Chairman of the Meeting.
The object of the gathering was fully under-
stood by those present; there was no need
of speeches or long harangues; nominations
were quickly made and acted upon without
opposition; and in five minutes from the
time of my elevation to the chair, the
meeting adjourned. I hasted home, and
to bed. The night proved one of great
suffering to me. I scarcely slept at all;
pains in head and bowels were intense.
I recognised all the symptoms of a severe
case of Typhoid Fever.
July 1 By previous appointment I should go by
morning train to Farmington, there to meet
the Company interested in the Natural Gas
occurrences, to make collections of the gas
for analysis. I rose from bed suffering 
greatly and feeling entirely inadequate to
the task of the journey. Realizing however
that the company were awaiting me,
I made the attempt. The apparatus was
already at the depot. I felt as if in a 
half-dazed condition while gone. However
we successfully collected the gas; and after
a tedious two hour's wait at the Far-
mington station, I took train for home. I
left the vessel of gas at my office; answered

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a couple of pressing letters and went
home. I immediately took to bed. Later in
the day I was administered to by Elders
Thorup, and Franklin V. Young. I experienced
some relief, but passed a very restless
night suffering greatly. The fever is asserting
itself rapidly. I have little faith in the
doctors of today, and feel to rely upon the
administrations of the Elders. I ought to
have confidence in such means, for I have
never been healed of any serious disorder
by other means.
July 2. Feeling considerably worse: fever is high.
Realizing that my condition was a serious one,
I sent for Elders to administer to me. Was
administered to by Elders K. G. Maeser and
Franklin V. Young, and later in the day by
Elders Sterling, Christensen, and Collett who
were sent for that purpose by the authorities.
July 3. Fever rising. Was administered to early in
the day by Elder Maeser, and Elder James
Stirling. In the evening, Elders Joseph E.
Taylor and C. W. Penrose of the Stake
Presidency called and administered to me.
All the brethren who have thus far
officiated in the ordinances of the Church
upon me have exercised great faith, and 
have promised me great blessings. I feel great

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faith too; indeed, the administrations of the
Priesthood are all in which I have confidence
and faith; yet, after an administration, 
however strong and acceptable it may have
seemed, I do not feel at present that answer-
ing confidence which tells me that I
shall soon recover. The will of the Lord
be done.
July 4. Independence Day! Liberty's natal day.
Great preparations have been made for a
grand public celebration in the city; but
self and family are debarred from attending.
For this in itself I am not sorry. of late
years, celebrations in honor of liberty mean
little more than noise and tumult, and
with such I have no sympathy.
In health I am worse today. Was admin-
istered to by Elders Croxall, Nelson, and
the two Brothers Haag. Later in the day, I
was administered to by Elders Musser and
Thomp; then by Elders Nelson, Noyes, and
Alfred Booth. In the afternoon President
George Q. Cannon called, and adminis-
tered to me in connection with his nephew,
Bro. Lewis M. Cannon. The President's administra-
tion and blessing were strong ones, and, as in
almost every instance of the ordinance being
performed upon me, I experienced great

[The following is written sideways in left margin]
Late in the afternoon I was administered
to by Elders Franklin V. Young and
Alfred Booth.

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July 4 (contud) satisfaction and temporary relief, yet without
any conviction that I would soon recover.
Pres. Cannon spoke favorably of my consulting
a physician of our own people, so I sent for
Dr. Chas. Wilcox, who, it is true has had but
limited practice in his profession, having very
recently graduated from a leading medical college,
but he has a spirit which is congenial
with mine, and I think will take as much
interest in administering to me as an Elder,
as in giving medicine as a physician. Pres.
Cannon sought to do me a favor by sending
Dr Seymour B. Young to attend me, but Dr
Wilcox had already come and had taken
charge of the case, so after a friendly visit
and a consultation with Dr Wilcox he withdrew.
	Before saying anything with regard to the
doctor's treatment, it would perhaps be well to
describe my own state of mind at the time.
A deep, unmistakable conviction has settled
upon my mind that I am smitten unto death.
I do not feel that I shall ever rise from this
bed. This feeling is not associated with
despair or even despondency. I have long thought
that I should hail joyfully the day of my release
from the troubles of this world, and as that day
seems to me now very near I am mostly saddened
at the prospect of leaving my little family in

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	unprovided for as to their future susten-
	ance; in fact I would leave them now with
	heavy debts to meet, occasioned by building
	and preparing our home. Yet I know "the Lord
	will provide." Another cause of sadness at
	the prospect of my early departure from this
	life, is the consciousness that part of the
	Temple Work for the dead is yet unfinished. In
	fact but very little has been done, and wife and
	I had made all arrangements to accompany
	Sister Webb (read entry under June 28 page 263)
	to the Temple, three days from the present time,
	there to spend some weeks in work for the 
	dead. And there is another feeling in my
	heart which saddens me greatly, – Though  impressed
        that I am soon to leave this life, I have not the
	consciousness that it is a kindly call from
	my Heavenly Father which is to take me hence;
	I feel rather that He will permit my death than
	that He wills it. I think perhaps, that through
	my indiscretion I have placed myself subject
	to the powers of evil, and they are permitted
	to afflict me, and perhaps to take my life.
	It seems to my mind, that death would be a 
	happy event if it was the result of a
	fatherly call from Heaven to "come home." My
	prayers are earnest and sincere that the Lord
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July 4 con. Now to return to the Doctor. Dr Wilcox came
	without delay, carefully diagnosed my case,
	and pronounced it a severe attack of Typhoid
	Fever, associated however with another most
painful complicaton:– as I found myself
	constipated in bowels, I took a strong purgative.
	Of this the Doctor approved; but the very violent
	action of the bowels which followed resulted in
	a protrusion of the intestine, which, in my
	weakened and feverish condition I was unable
	to reduce, and as a result I am afflicted with
	a painful and severe attack of the Piles.
	This affliction causes me incessant pain. The
	Doctor began immediately to treat me for the
	fever. Though I was in a semi-delirious state
	some of my faculties seemed strangely acute, and
	I had a comprehension of the object and purpose
	of each of the Doctor's medicines. I recognised
	that he was treating me skillfully, and that
	such treatment must tend to mitigate the dis-
	order, and to prolong my life. This, I confess,
	caused me  temporary displeasure; for with the
	conviction that I was appointed unto death,
	I had no desire that life with my intense
	suffering should be prolonged a single day.
	However, I slept after the Doctor left and awoke
	feeling somewhat refreshed. I am told that my
	delirium became very marked during the night.

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July 5. Fever high. Delirious part of the time. Was
	administered to by Elder Edw. Snelgrove, the
	President of my Prayer Circle. Felt refreshed
	after the ordinance, still my conviction as to
	the outcome is the same.
		Dr Wilcox came – he is very attentitve. He
	brought with him Dr Joseph S. Richards, one
	of the most experienced physicians in Salt Lake
	City. He approved of Dr Wilcox's treatment. They
	turned special attention to the Piles trouble, from
	which I get scarcely any relief. Dr Richards
	pronounces the case the worst he has ever seen.
	He deeply sympathized with me for the pain
	which he said he knew I suffered. The doctors
	proposed to chloroform me and try to reduce the
	tumors. At first I  objected to the chloroform,
	saying I would bear the pain rather than
	take an anaesthetic. The physicians however
	stated that the shock would be more than I, in
	my weak condition, could likely bear, and they
	would utterly decline attempting the operation without
	chloroform. I submitted; and seemed to feel no after
	effects of the anaesthetic. This fact agreeably sur-
	prises me for I have always dreaded anaesthetics,
	and feared ill results from them. The Pile tumors fell
	as large as before within half an hour of the time
	of the operation. Passed a delirious night. The amount
	of food taken up to present time is insignificant.

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July 6. Sunday. Delirious a great portion of the time.
	Was administered to by Elders Snelgrove, Lam-
	bert, Burbridge, and Williams, all members
	of my Prayer Circle; assisted by Bro. Cronall.
	Delirium left me, and I felt greatly comforted
	after the administration. 		The doctors lay great stress on the im-
	portance of my taking stimulants. They first
	prescribed brandy; but this I felt I could not
	take; then they ordered wine; Pres. Cannon
	when he was here also recommended me to
	take wine, so we procured some good Dixie
	wine, but even small doses cause me such
	profuse nose bleeding that I have to desist.
	As a last resort, the doctors prescribe coffee;
	and this I take every hour.
July 7. Fever still growing. Was administered to serveral
	times during the day; first by Elders Jensen
	and Bassett of my own ward; then by
	Bishop L. G. Hardy, and Dr Wilcox; then
	by Elder F V. Young and Patriarch
	Lorenzo D. Young; then by Elders Taylor Woolley,
	and Moroni Woolley and Dr Wilcox. The visit and
	administration of Patriarch Lorenzo D. Young
	is especially to be remembered. Bro. Young has
	been an invalid for years, often confined to
	his bed for weeks at a time; yet he made the
	great exertion of coming to me. I feel the

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faith of my friends bearing me up at
times like a wave of the sea, and oh!
how unworthy of this support do I appear
in my own eyes.
	This was the day on which wife and I had
planned starting for the  temple; we have
had to change these plans. My name has
been forwarded however, with the request that
it be remembered at the altar in prayer.
	In the evening I was again chloroform-
ed and operated upon for a reduction of
the piles. The reduction was successfully
accomplished but proved of little avail, as
they fell immediately afterward.
July 8. High fever and delirium. Was administered
to by Elder Penrose of the Stake Presidency,
and later by Bishop Hardy, Counselor Jensen,
and Dr Wilcox.
	Was chloroformed and operated upon again
for piles; without avail. Patriarch Lorenzo
Young sent a small quantity of ointment; it
is the only thing, aside from consecrated oil,
that has afforded me the least relief from the
truly sickening pain. It is more comforting
than all the doctor's prescriptions. 
July 9. But little change in my condition. Pain of piles
almost incessant. Administered to by Elder Croxall
and Dr Wilcox; later by Bp. Hardy and Elder

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	Jensen his counsellor; then by Pres. Chas. Penrose
	of the Stake Presidency; and at night by
	Bishop O. F. Whitney and Elders John Nicholson
	and Franklin V. Young. Could I wish for
	greater faith and spiritual support? Oh!
	that it may avail before the Lord.
	As I occasionally need attention during the
	night, and wife and sister are always fatigued
	from their arduous day labors, it was thought
	best that someone stay at the house during
	the night. Bro. Heber Iverson, our neighbor
	stayed this night.
July 10. Another operation under chloroform, with
	little if any good effect. The doctors concluded
	that nothing can be done for these horrible
	piles till the Fever is broken. They give
	me the consolation that I must bear the Piles
	for a couple of weeks yet, by which time
	they hope the Fever will be overcome.
	Was administered to by Bishop Hardy and
	Dr Wilcox; and later by Bishop Hardy alone; he
	kindly remained at the house all night.
July 11. Still delirious. Was administered to by Dr
	Wilcox and Elders Harry Young and Willard
	Croxall. The two last named remained at
	the house during the night.
	Although the conviction of an early death
	hangs over me still, yet I call eagerly

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	and trustingly for the administrations of
	the Priesthood. To that power alone do I
	look for a possible recovery and restoration
	to life. Perhaps the Lord will be moved upon
	through the prayers of His annointed ones
	to grant me life; though as yet I feel no
	assurance that He will.
July 12. Was administered to by Pres. Jos. E. Taylor of
	the Stake Presidency. Cousin Chas. Howe
	and Bro. Harry Young remained at the
	house during the night. There seems to be
	little change in my condition
July 13. Sunday. Was administered to Pres. Elias
	Morriss, Dr Seymour B. Young, and Dr Wilcox.
	Felt cheered and comforted. But for the
	ordinances of the Priesthood, I would soon
	become despondent.
		Bros. Musser and Adams of the First
	Ward kindly stayed with us during the 
	night. 
July 14. Still feverish and delirious. Was administered
	to by Bros. Snelgrove and Edgar Howe of my
	Prayer Circle; and later Bros. Maeser and
	N. L. Nelson. Thank God for the comforting
	influences of His Priesthood!
	Cousin Chas. Howe stayed all night.
July 15. Passed a day of great pain and suffering.
	In the evening Bishop Hardy called and

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July 15 (con.)	administered to me alone. After the ordinance
		he sat by the bed, fanning me in silence for
		ten minutes about; then he arose and some-
		what abruptly administered to me again,
		and left the house. I was deeply impressed
		with his administration; and soon feel into
		a calm sleep, from which I awakened
		with a conviction deep and not to be doubted
		that I shall recover from this illness and
		shall live. I know that the Lord has been
		moved by the faith of my friends, and 
		perhaps by my own feeble prayers, for I have
		felt to pray sincerely. My gratitude knows
		no bounds. This feeling within my heart
		is so convincing as to admit of no
		shadow of doubt. I am sure that the Lord
		will permit me to rise from this bed and
		resume my work among His people. oh!
		may I fully appreciate His mercy.
			When the doctor called I told him of the
		new knowledge that had been given me; he
		expressed his joy; adding, that from a medical
		point of view I was now in the most critical
		and dangerous stage of the disease; near the
		crisis in fact. It would matter not to me
		if my infirmity were many fold what it
		is– with the God-given conviction which is
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I informed the doctor that I would continue
his medicines, for I believe they are administered
in the proper spirit, and with skill; and
that I would be as conscientious in following
his instructions as to diet and [-] actions as
before — and he will never have a patient
who will follow directions more closely than
I have in the past — yet the outcome is
known to me whether I take medicines
or not. Indeed I have great cause this
day to rejoice.
	The pain of the pile tumors is not de-
creased. The Lord seems to intend that I shall
run the entire course. There is to be no
miraculous and instantaneous healing, yet
His power is none the less apparent. I shall
be well again, though the road to recovery
may lie through a sea of pain. Perhaps my
Father desires to test my faith under a long
siege perhaps to make this great lesson in my
life the more impressive. Right gladly will I
welcome every pang of pain; for I know it
comes from Him; and every throe is a partial
expiation for the indiscretion that has tended to
invoke this disease.
July 16 Pain intense; fever high: but spirits are as
light and cheerful as the birds. A number
of brethren of my Prayer Circle called in the evening,

[The following is written sideways in left margin]
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	and after an earnest prayer, they administered
	to me twice, promising me refreshing sleep,
	comfort, and recovery. Every word that was
	uttered found an echo of faith in my
	heart. the brethern were Elders Burbridge,
	Corbett, White, and Edgar Howe. I was also
	administered to by Bishop Hardy and Elders
	Hansen and Soren Iverson.
	Bro. Adams kindly remained during the night.
July 17 But little change in my condition. Fever still
	raging, and pains severe. Was administered
	to by Elders Snelgrove, White, Lewis, and Williams,
	all of my Prayer Circle. 
July 18 Fever running its course. This is the stage of
	the disease at which great care has to be exer-
	cised lest the intestines be ruptured; and ac-
	cording to the doctor's instructions I have not
	left my bed for five days; have not turned
	over in fact. It is not a particularly pleasant
	experience for me. Was administered to by Elders
	Junius F. Wells and Edw. H. Anderson; and later
	by Pres. Jos. E. Taylor of the Stake Presidency.
July 19. Still progressing. Feel cheerful. Was adminis-
	tered to by Bishop Hardy.
July 20. Sunday Feeling much better. The doctor thinks
	the crisis of the disease has been passed.
	With his consent I left bed today; sat in
	chair for 10 minutes. Was by that time eager

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	to lie down again. I find myself extremely
	weak; am unable to take a step or even
	to stand up alone. Was administered to
	by Elders Geo. C. Lambert, Hyrum Groesbeck,
	and Bro. Davis Jr. of my Prayer Circle, and
	Bro. Jas. Dwyer. Later Bro. Andrew Jensen called,
	but too late to take part in the ordinance.
	The brethren administered to me specially 
	for relief from piles pain. I slept well
	during the night, freer from pain than I
	have been during the illness before. I speedily
	realized the blessing of the administration.
July 21. Much better; fever abating: mind clearer; pain
	from piles almost entirely gone; appetite quick-
	ening. I feel today like a new person. Sat
	up in chair about 20 minutes. Was adminis-
	tered to by the Bishop.
July 22. Awoke feeling bright and much improved.
	Pain is slight. Ate well in morning. During
	forenoon the Doctor came, and proposed
	another reduction of the tumors, thinking
	that my improved condition would cause
	such a reduction to be permanent. As I was
	feeling so well it was thought best to attempt
	the operation without chloroform; to this sug-
	gestion I gladly assented for I have a horror
	of anaesthetics. The operation was successfully
	accomplished; such pain however I have seldom

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	if ever, before experienced. I was completely pros-
	trated; stimulants were administered to
	revive me. The tumors fell again within ten
	minutes, so that the entire suffering proved
	unavailing. I was in great pain during the
	day. No Elders called today to administer to
	me, great as was my need.
July 23. Still suffering from yesterday's operation. I
	think the effects of chloroform would not
	have been one tenth as severe upon me.
	Appetite is gone and a feeling of utter prostration
	is upon me. The doctors have been consulting as to
	the advisability of operating upon these tumors
	with the knife. Pres. Woodruff in some way had
	heard of this partial intention on the part of
	the physicians; and today he sent a message
	by Bro. Maeser that he did not wish any
	operation of the kind performed upon me.
	Bro. Maeser arrived while Dr Wilcox was at the 
	house, and delivered his message in the following
	blunt manner, "Pres. Woodruff says he is
	opposed to Bro. Talmage's being dissected."
	I should say that the Doctor had already
	abandoned the idea of such an oepration, at
	least in the immediate future, and had
	concluded, seeing that the pile tumors caused
	me comparatively so little pain, to await my con-
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	natural causes. I desire no radical measures
	to be used. Was administered to by Bro. Maeser
	in early morning; later by Bro. Maeser and
	Dr Wilcox; and in the afternoon by Patriarch
	Henry Norman and cousin Charles Howe.
July 24. Anniversary of the first settlement of these
	valleys; Pioneer day. No formal celebration
	exercises are to take place in the city, though
	many country towns have announced their
	programs.
		Today I am much better. I improved
	after each of the administrations yesterday,
	and this morning I feel that the ill effects
	of the last operation are mostly overcome.
	Ate well in morning and enjoyed food.
	Was most surprised and pleased today
	to receive a visit from Bro. Josiah Cluff of
	Provo, who made use of the holiday by leaving
	the celebration ceremonies at Provo, and coming to
	see me. I appreciate his good feelings. He
	says that while I was at my worst,
	the news was borne to Provo that there
	was scarcely any hope of my recovery. My
	friends there united in prayers for my behalf.
	Oh! blessed indeed am I! what is more to
	be prized than the supporting faith of sincere
	friends! How unworthy do I feel.
	I was able to sit up part of the time

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	while Bro. Cluff was present. He returned
	home by afternoon train, carrying the news
	of my improved condition. Yesterday and today
	I have taken no medicines. I feel that hy-
	giene treatment is all that is now needed
	if the continued blessing of the Lord can be
	secured.
July 25. Awoke feeling much improved. Appetite good,
	and digestion apparently perfect. Rose at 11 o'
	clock, and dressed – first time for 25 days.
	Remained dressed till 8 p.m. sitting up most
	of day; lying down occasionally. Felt
	able, so ventured to sit at desk and write, or
	rather scrawl, a letter to the folks at home.
	Am careful to guard against a backset,
	but my improvement is so rapid that
	I can scarcely realize it.
July 26. This morning near 4 o'clock, when all in
	the house were quietly sleeping, a burglar
	or burglars endeavored to break into the
	house. The attempt was made to raise one
	of the front windows, which had been left
	partly open for ventilation purposes, but the
	electric burglar alarm did good service. Before
	the window had been raised half an inch
	the alarm rang out so loudly as to speedily
	awaken everybody in the house. On first
	awakening, I forgot my illness, and strove

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	to spring out of bed; but from my weak
	condition I staggered backward almost helpless.
	The women however, – Wife and Sister Sadie,
	proved fully equal to the occasion; they 
	went from window to window, seemingly
	very anxious to catch a sight of the
	would-be robbers. By their <Wife's> aid, and the help
	of a cain I got to the parlor, and adjusted
	the windows. Evidently the alarm caused the
	burglars to abandon their purpose, and to
	make a hasty departure. I feel now fully
	repaid for the expense of putting in such a 
	system. At the time I planned it, I had
	little expectations or fear of burglarious
	attacks, for we have few loose valuables,
	and I keep no money at the house; but I
	desired to have access to a burglar-alarm
	system mostly for the sake of illustrating
	the same to students. However it has filled
	another and a good purpose. The city is at
	present infested with desperate men, and house-
	breakings and high-way robberies, oftentimes
	associated with great violence are of very fre-
	quent occurrence. Had such characters got
	into our house, we could have offered but a
	weak defense, and bloodshed may have resulted.
	We are thankful for the protection.
	Rose early feeling well. Remained dressed

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		all day, lying down at intervals. Was able
		to sit at desk a couple of hours, in pieces, 	and
		write my several pages of my Journal. At
		night felt no fatigue – only a pleasing
		and healthful tired sensation.
July 27	Sunday. Passed pleasantly. Received many
		calls from friends: all of whom are astonished
		at my rapid improvement. The doctor says it
		is scarcely natural. Yes it is natural; my
		recovery is through the mercy and power
		of God, and Nature is but the expression of
		Divine Will. My rapid recovery is not usual
		however! The doctor talks about its being a
		result of my strong constitution, temperate life
		etc:- all this may have a bearing, but I
		am getting well as a gift from God.
		The kindness of friends during my illness
		is almost indescribable. All who have shown
		me favors could not be named. Some have been
		mentioned already as helping us by sitting
		up nights while such attention was needed.
		I should specially name Bro. Soren Iverson, our
		good neighbor; he and his family have ever been
		ready to render us aid in going on errands-
		and these have  been not a few-in tending
		the body when the women were specially busy
		and in numberless other ways. They have done so 
		much to smooth our rugged path. Also

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		Bishop Hardy, and his Counsellor, Bro.
		Jensen, and the good wife of the latter. This
		lady, among other kindnesses cooked us soups,
		chicken Etc, and brought to the house; these I
		relished when I felt unable to taste ordinary food.
		Also Sister Aretta Young – one of my students.
		She has been an almost daily visitor:
		bringing with her always a calm and
		gentle influence that was very encouraging.
		She was always ready and eager to assist in
		the house, whenever she was with us. Also
		Sister Emma Goddard, formerly a student
		at Provo. She came and labored diligently in
		the housework for days; and brought with her
		on every occasion, her characteristic influence
		for good. Her heart has been softened-almost
		crushed it seemed at one time, with trouble.
		It was her brother – Charles Nield, who died by his
		own hand in such a shocking manner, a
		few months ago. [-] Also my many students who
		have sent me such handsome flowers-oh!
		those flowers have done so much to cheer me and
		comfort those about me. Flowers are like mes-
		sengers of comfort and peace. Beautiful floral
		gifts have come from Sisters Aretta Young,
		Aggie Sharp, May Dallas, Ida Savage, Katie
		Thomas, Emma Goddard, Laura Hyde, and the
		young ladies of the Second Ward.

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July 27 (con). 	Also great favors have been received from Bro.
		Willard Croxall; and for a few days while he
		was in town, from Bro. Willard Done. Numerous
		others have shown their sympathy and good
		feeling in various minor ways.
July 28.	I seem to be growing stronger every hour.
		When I first got up, it was with difficulty
		that I could take a single step. I needed
		a cane and someone to lean one. Today
		I can walk easily with a cane. I even
		ventured out of the house for the first time.
                I jocularly remarked that I saw the necessity
		of getting a sworn statement from those of my
		friends who saw me while I was ill, to con-
		vince others of my friends that I have 
		been ill. I don't feel like a sick man. Was
		up from 6 a. m. till 9 p. m. Spent day pleasantly
		in reading; writing up my journal, and in
		mounting and studying specimens of butterflies
		and moths, which fly in great numbers about my
		window. I cannot chase them myself; but a 
		young man who lives near captures them for me
		in the net: then brings them to me to be killed
		and mounted. These will prove valuable in the
		College.
July 29.	Improving still. I eat and drink, read, write,
		and sleep; and so the day passes pleasantly, and it
		would seem, somewhat lazily. Had a number

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		of insects brought to me today. These I mounted
		for study. With wife's assistance I walked to
		a neighbor's house – Bro. Iverson's, and admin-
		istered to Bro. Heber Iverson, who is suffering
		with a fever. Already I am playing the part of
		the well person, visiting the sick. 
July 30.   Still getting stronger. Sister Sadie went
		home today. She has been a great assist-
		/ance to us. In the afternoon felt so well
		that I accepted an invitation from a friend and
		took a buggy ride to the Social Hall.
		I took the type-writer home, so that
		I can attend to neglected correspondence at
		intervals. In the evening Uncle Edgar
		called, accompanied by Aunt Julia, and
		took Wife, Son, and Self for a pleasant
		ride around the Park. Came home
		feeling much refreshed.
July 31.   Spent most of day writing letter. Feeling im-
		proved.
Aug. 1	Spent day as usual. Attended to a great amount of
		mail matter. In the afternoon, by kindness of
		Br. Iverson his son drove me in a buggy to
		the Social Hall. I brough my microscope
		and accessions house for use.
Aug. 2.    Spent most of day in preparing and viewing
		microscopic mounts. Feeling well. Am gaining
		flesh rapidly.

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Aug. 6. Since the time of last entry I have been
	steadily improving in strength. In the
	afternoon, wife, son, and self left on the
	south-bound train and went to Lake View.
	There we were met by some of the folks
	with a conveyance, and thence conveyed
	to the farm. Here we were welcomed by
	Father, Mother, and the rest.
		It has been recommended to me by those
	competent to advise, and has been ordered by 
	the doctor that I take an "out" in the cam[---]
	away from the dust and turmoil of the city.
	The wisdom of this counsel I fully recognise
	and today's journey is a preliminary step
	toward a canyon trip should such seem
	desirable; though I believe the farm will be
	a good place to recuperate my strength. My
	wife and my boy need such an out fully
	as much as do I. May has been sickly
	for some time – the result of her incessant
	labors during my illness. While I lay between
	life and death, and since that impressive time
	until the  present, she has been to me a 
	ministering augel. Her attentions have been
	far greater than could be expected or asked, even
	of a wife. She seemed to suffer with me,
	and in ministering to my wants she appeared
	to relieve herself. Her whole nature seemed

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to be concerned in my welfare alone. Often
did I tremble for her safety of health, but
she heroically conquered weakness till I
was nearly recovered. I feel utterly un-
worthy of such consideration as that dear
woman bestowed upon me. God bless her
for her goodness; and save her from con-
sequent suffering if such be not against
His will.
	Sterling too, my darling son has been
ailing of late. The heated season seems to
seriously affect him. The present as a 
time, and this dusty city as a place are
poorly adapted to foster good health in
children. The city papers announced
recently as a not unusual occurance the
burial of eight small children in a 
single day. I trust the change of air
and Father's good treatment with mild
herbal remedies will prove of benefit to my
sweet son and his darling mother
Aug. 7 Spent quietly on the farm. Several of the 
folks are kind enough to chase and catch 
butterflies and other insects for me; these speci-
mens I then kill and mount. Wife feels ill
today; and our boy seems unchanged in
health. In the evening father took me
a' fishing – in his fish ponds. He has

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tried the raising of carp, and I consider
his experiment a success. His fish vary
from one to two pounds in weight, and
are in excellent condition. I have become
almost an enthusiast for the carp as
a food fish; the flavor of which is to me
delicious. I had not tasted carp before
coming here. I have <never> before fished with
such ease as this evening. A chair was
provided for me at the corner of the
feeding pond; this was supplied with
cushions for seat and back, and in this 
I sat while father sat near to replenish
the bait and untangle the line whenever
pass necessary.
Aug. 8.	Passed as yesterday. Wife is still ill; 
father and I administered to her at her
own request. Baby is about as usual.
Aug- 9. Nothing of note. Am leading a lazy life;
have thrown aside all thought of mental
work. I read a little – very little; sleep a
fair amount and eat a great deal. Mother,
kind soul, seems determined to feed us
well; and we enjoy farm luxuries every
day, in the shape of abundance of fresh
milk, and plenty of curd from same (this
latter is to me an agreeable substitute for
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kinds, mutton killed yesterday by ourselves,
and carp every morning. I am gaining
in flesh and strength every day.
Aug. 10	Sunday. Spent quietly. Wife is better today
and Sterling is fast regaining his formal
pleasing vivacity. Sister Alice with her
husband and children came today to visit
us. Bros. Oscar Vance and Wilford Booth, both
old students, and the latter a brother to my
wife called also.
Aug 12. Yesterday and today have been spent in
usual manner. My insect boxes are fast
becoming full, thanks to the energy of
friends. I cannot chase the flying beauties
but I can care for them when once in the
net. Wife May is not so well today. Father and
I administered to her. Our boy gets better
every day. 
Aug 14. Several of the folks accompanied me today
on a visit to Sister Polly – Mrs. Downs, – who
lives about two miles from Father's. She has
recently given birth to a son; both are doing
well. Father and I then drove to Pleasant 
Grove and visited Grandma. She is suffering
greatly, mostly from lung affections, and diopsy;
her death has been expected for some time,
and the event seems indeed near. She pre-
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Aug. 14 <other books,> the most prized of all being a copy
of the first edition of the Book of Mormon.
This was formerly the property of her
husband, Bro. Hiram Winters now deceased.
While at Grandma's we met Elder Lewis
Harvey of Pleasant Grove, who witnessed
the presentation of the Book of Mormon above
spoken of, and who related the following
incident; — that on one occasion while Joseph
Smith sat translating the plates, a strange
personage entered the room and inspected
the plates. This being, Joseph declared to be
the Apostle Paul.* I had never before heard
of the incident and know not if it has
been published. Bro. Harvey named Uncle
John Young, and Patriarch Zebedee Coltrin
as authorities for the statement.
We left Grandma apparently cheered by our
visit. On the way home Father related to
me the following incident as told him by
Hiram Winters shortly before his death.
Father Smith — the  prophet's father, came once
to Hiram Winter's house while the latter was suf-
fering a slight despondency caused by the
poverty-stricken condition (with respect to worldly
riches) in which he and all others of the
church found themselves. To cheer Bro. Winter's
spirits, Father Smith assured him that the

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*On Aug. 30. 1890 I related this incident to
Elder George Reynolds, and asked his opinion
therein. He knew of no confirmation, though the story is 
often told. He suggested that it be not spread by 
repetition from myself.

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church did not really lack money; that there
were tons of gold stored away which he
himself had seen. He said he accompanied
his son Joseph the prophet, and one other
elder (either Oliver Cowdery or Sidney Rigdon)
when the plates were given into the keeping
of the angel, after the translation of the Book
of Mormon had been completed. Joseph the prophet
had been commanded to take the plates again to
the Hill Cumorah, but as to the further disposi-
tion of them neither he nor his companions
knew anything till they arrived at the Hill.
There they saw an opening like a tunnel on
the hill side, and at its entrance stood a
personage who beckoned them in. All entered,
and soon found themselves in a spacious
room, within which was a table bearing a
number of books of plates, resembling the Book
of Mormon plates. Some of these the elders
were permitted to read, and the gift of in-
terpretation was given to each, that he
fully understood the characters. In the room
were piles of gold, mostly or all in bars of dif-
ferent lengths, and each stamped as if once
used as a coin. A sword that had hung
over the door as they entered, was now taken
down by the angelic personage in charge,
and was placed by him upon the table,

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	Aug. 30. 1890. Elder George Reynolds told me he had heard
a somewhat similar account and thought it well founded. He added that
Joseph Smith seemed to know the place of deposit of other ancient records
than the Book of Mormon, and that the Prophet had on one occasion
consulted with Apostle John Taylor as to the advisability of bringing forth and translating
other records.

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unsheathed except its tip. Upon its blade the
elders read "This, <the> sword of Laban, shall never
more be sheathed till the kingdoms of this
earth become the kingdoms of our Lord." The
brethren were then conducted to the entrance to
the tunnel, and turning round they saw only
the continuous hill surface. I know not if this
be authenticated or published.
Aug. 15. Influenced by a letter lately received from
		Bro. Willard Done who has been left in charge
		of affairs at the college during my absence
		from home, <I feel that> my presence is needed in the
		City, to aid in the preparations for <the> reopening
		of school which is to take place two weeks
		from Monday next. Wife and Parents are
		united in the belief that I am not strong
		enough to resume work; but I feel it a 
		duty to return, and shall endeavor to exercise
		all possible care. I am sad in thinking
		of leaving wife and son, and especially as
		May is ill. Father and Mother will well 
		care for her I know, and they promise to
		advise me promptly of any change. Sister
		Sadie kindly consents to accompany me and
		"keep house" during May's absence. Sister and
		I went to Salt Lake City by evening train. Arrived
                home safely and found all things in good
		order.

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Aug. 16	Spent good part of the day in attending
		to small matters of business. Feeling well but
		weak. I cannot yet walk far.
Aug. 17	Sunday. Attended Prayer Circle; and was highly
		gratified at the privilege. Made a short address
		thanking the brethren for their aid during
		my illness. Then I attended afternoon meeting
		and partook of the Sacrament of which
		privilege I have been denied since June 29.
		Much to my surprise I was called to the 
		stand. Elder McDonald, formerly of St. George,
		but now of Mexico spoke first, and then at
		the request of Elder Prest. Daniel H. Wells I was
		requested to speak. My sermon was short – only
                17 minutes; but I felt well during the time, though
		much fatigue with the effort.
			After meeting I consented to accompany
		Sis. Aretta Young and her sister on a visit
		to their grandfather, Patriarch Lorenzo Young,
who left his bed and came to me in my
		illness. On reaching the depot, however, I felt so 
		weak and ill that I was compelled to abandon
		the project and return home. A couple of hour's
rest restored me.
Aug 21. 	Days pass with considerable uniformly; my health
		is improving steadily – I should say my strength
		is improving, Have heard twice from May and 
		learn that she is better and that the baby is well,

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Aug. 24	Sunday. Have received several letters lately from Father
	and from May, from which I learn that wife has been
	quite ill, though I was repeatedly assured that no specially
	dangerous symptoms had shown themselves. This morning I felt
	an unaccountable impulse to go to her, and I left by evening
	train Arrived at farm about dusk and found Wife
	very weak and ill –she has suffered greatly; her ailment
	has been "Mountain Fever", or more properly "Typhoid-Malarial
	Fever;" and <she> has kept her bed for several days. The disease I am
	sure has fallen upon her as a consequence of her
	incessant attentions to me during my illness and a cold
	which she contracted while in that weakened condition.
	Oh! it is acute pain to me that she suffer through
	her devotion to my wants. May God listen to the prayers
	and administrations that have been made in her be-
	half, and give her peace. Father and I administered
	to her during evening. Her rest was very broken during
	the night. Our boy is well, hearty, and saucy. He was
	overjoyed at my presence.
Aug. 25. May seemed better this morning. With her consent I went
	to Payson by morning train, and visited Sister Webb, and her
	son-in-law and daughter, Bro. & Sis. Stark. Returned to the
	farm by afternoon train. Found May greatly improved; Father
	thinks the Fever has passed its crisis, and that she will
	soon recover. Heaven grant that this may be so.
	I administered to her before retiring; her sleep was better.
Aug 26. May seemed better still. I returned to Salt Lake City
	by morning train. Father, who went to Pleasant Grove

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last night, met me at the station of that town, and informed
me that Grandma is very low. Her death may occur at any time.
She is resigned, and looks for the event with some eagerness.
Aug. 27. According to arrangements agreed upon yesterday before
	I left home, Sister Sadie, who has been at home with me
since my return (see p. 298 (Aug 15), went home to the farm there to
assist during May's illness. I will be alone for a time; taking my
meals at the restaurant, and sleeping at home.
Spent the day at my office, busy– preparing for the reopening
of the College– on Monday next. In the evening I attended
the regular monthly Home Missionary Meeting, and by my
own request I addressed the meeting, testifying to the
manifestations of the power of God in my recent illness.
Aug 29. Yesterday and today have been busily occupied
in office work. Today the first meeting of our Faculty
for the coming school year was held. Also was held a 
meeting of the Church Board of Examiners. Bros. Tanner
and Cluff came home and stayed with me during the
night. I hear through letters from home that Wife
is improving though but slowly. For any im-
provement I am grateful.
Aug. 30. Attended monthly High Priests' Quorum
Meeting. In the afternoon I received a telegram
from Father calling me to the farm to see May. Owing
to negligence on the part of the Telegraph Co., the despatch
did not reach me till 4.35, –just 35 minutes after
the departure of the south bound Union Pacific
train. However, I took the late Denver train, and
went to Lake View, then walked to the Farm. I found
Wife very weak from the severe fever, which indeed
is still raging within her. Father does not consider
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course, all disease is dangerous. I am thankful
for the chance to be with her, even for a few hours
during her time of affliction, and regret the
necessity of being away at all. I administered to
her, and she felt relieved. The night was a
restless one to her, but we all feel encouraged.
Our darling son is well, and apparently happy.
Mother and Sister Sadie are tired almost to illness;
Father is as usual; the rest are well.
Aug. 31. Sunday. Passed most of the day by
May's side. She suffers greatly, but bears all
pain without a murmur of complaint. I know
I was not nearly as patient as is she. God bless
her; she is a noble woman.
Sunday night was a painful period to her. Sometime
after midnight she requested that she be administered 
to; this was complied with, and the blessing of
speedy relief follow[--]. The crisis seems to have been
passed. We pray for her quick recovery.

			   The End
	Private Journal Volume III:
		   August 31, 1890.
				J E Talmage
					Salt Lake City
							Utah

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Beginning:-				4
September, 1.",
1890

J. E. Talmage
Private Journal
Volume IV

Ending:-
July 26
1891

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Private Journal
			    of
		James E. Talmage
		     Volume IV

Commenced, September 1, 1890.
                	       at
                    Salt Lake City Utah;

	Ended, July 26, 1891,
         		at
              	Rome, Italy.

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1890.

Sept. 1. Volume III of my Journal was filled
yesterday. It extended from September 1, 1887
to August 31, 1890 inclusive, — a period of
exactly three (3) years. In opening my fourth
volume I am located at Salt Lake City, in
our home at 333 E. Seventh South St. This
morning I returned to the city from a visit to
Father's farm, at Lake View, Utah Co. at
which place my beloved wife and baby
boy are, the former lying seriously ill
from Malarial Typhoid fever, the latter, well.
I would have remained there till my wife
changed in health, had not my duties sum-
moned me back. I confidently hope for her
speedy recovery. Her present illness is the
result of untiring devotion to me, her un-
worthy husband, during the period of my
recent illness, from which I have been restored
by the power of God. May the same power
operate for her quick relief.
	The Latter-day Saints' College of this city,
of which I am Principal and Professor
of Science, opened its session for the
fifth academic year today. I was not
present at the opening exercises as the train
from the south did not reach the city
sufficiently early. The work of the day went
well; the attendance is large and the

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In returning home this day, I went to Pleasant Grove in
company with Father; called upon Grandma who is at present
very low from dropsy and lung disorders. Then took the morning
train for Salt Lake City.

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	prospects for a successful year decidedly
	good.
Sept. 2. Received letter from Sister Sadie, with post-
	script enclosed from Father, both stating
	that Wife is in fair condition, showing favor-
	able symptoms and prospects for recovery. This
	is comforting. May God grant a continuation
	of such to full and perfect health.
	This afternoon I received a request from
	Mrs. Brixen, wife of the Proprietor of the
	Clift House Hotel in this city, asking me
	to call upon her brother-in-law, Martin Brixen,
	who his very low from Typhoid Fever. I called
	with Bro. Done, and later in the evening I
	called again with Bishop George H. Taylor.
	In the latter visit we administered to the
	young man: he fell asleep under our
	hands, and continued resting for some
	time. The Brixen family is divided in
	Church matters; Mrs B., her sister-in-law, Miss
	B., and the young man Martin profess
	membership, but the lady's husband, Mr.
	Andrew Brixen is not a believer. He is
	not at all hostile however; on the other hand,
	he welcomed the Bishop and myself, and
	aided in clearing the room for our administration.
Sept. 4. Fast-day; it was observed by appropriate
	exercises at the College; Apostle Heber J. Grant

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		attended the exercises and instructed us on fasting
		as an observance of the church.
		     I learn with pain that Martin Brixen seems no
		better. 	This evening I received a letter from
		home – from Father, stating that May is but 
		little changed in health since last word.
		He says the fever does not abate. This is
		painful to me, though my faith is strong.
		I shall endeavor (D.V.) to visit her tomorrow
		night.
Sept. 5.	     This day marks the close of the first week
		of the present school year. The week has
		been a prosperous one; the outlook for the
		year is good.
		     This evening I went by train to Pleasant
		Grove; there was met by Father, and with
		him I went to Grandma's house. Grandma
		is very low; still suffering from dropsy
		and lung disorders of a severe type. From
		a purely human point of view, it is
		difficult to see how she survives. Father
		did not think it proper to leave her, so he
		remained in Pleasant Grove, and I drove with
		horse and buggy to the Farm. There I found
		my wife very weak and low. Father said that he
		felt puzzled at the persistence of the fever
		in her case; it should, in the natural course,
		have begun by this time to abate. The

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Sept. 5, (con.)	cause of its persistency appeared plain to
	me after a short talk with May. I found her
	in great distress of mind, seemingly the re-
	sult of painful mental hallucinations. In the
	course of semi-delirium incident to the fever
	she was impressed with the idea that
	a terrible calamity had befallen our little family:
	that I had proved untrue to her, and that
	my supposed perfidy had been publicly ex-
	posed through the papers; she, herself, had read
	the accounts she said; I had been severed
	from the Church, and had been disgraced
	before the people. In consequence, as she thought,
	there was no home for her in future; our pros-
	pects were blighted; our fond hopes all destroyed.
	To add to her distress, she thought her babe, our
	darling son, was dead. My poor dear wife! I
	can to some extent realize, through the experiences
	of my own recent illness, the mental anguish she
	must have suffered! My presence, and my as-
	suring promises that all was well did much
	to comfort her. A striking characteristic of these
	"fever fantasies", as shown in my own case,
	is the inability to distinguish between the supposed
	and the real. I questioned Wife somewhat closely
	as to the origin of her troublous impressions;
	she answered, that soon after I left her last, she
	had received a "visitation" from certain per-

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		sonages, two or three in number; shadowy in form,
		uncertain in appearance; they declared themselves
		messengers from Heaven sent to acquaint her with
		sad news. They sought to destroy her confidence
		in me as her husband; charging me with crimes,
		which even I, with my innumerable weaknesses
		have been never guilty of. I told her they were
		lying spirits; their tidings were false; before my
		Maker I can declare that never have I had a
		thought that was untrue to my wife. Wife and
		son are my dearest earthly possessions; may
		they be my treasured Heavenly possessions
		too! True spirits, messengers from above, do not
		seek to kill confidence in wife toward husband;
		they deal not with lies. She soon felt convinced,
		yet repeatedly referred to the vividness and depth		of the impressions. I believe the circumstance
		to be a cunningly devised plan of the Evil One to
		destroy the life of my pure and trusting Wife.
		She is of a noble soul; Satan would like to take
		her from earth. May our Father protect and guard
		her! I administered to her; she seem revived:
		slept fairly well during the night. Our boy
		is well; he seems fatter and heartier every time
		I see him. The rest of the folks are fairly well;
		May's mother, Sister Booth, stays on the farm.
Sept. 6.	Remained with May the greater part of the day.
		She is improving, for which God be thanked!

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Sept 6 (con)	Late in the afternoon I drove to Pleasant Grove		according to Fathers request of last evening. I
		found Grandma scarcely if at all changed in
		health; she suffers greatly and earnestly longs
		for death. Elder Lewis Harvey, Father, and
		myself administered to her.   Father is feeling
		ill tonight, and as Bro. Harvey kindly promised
		to remain by Grandma during the night, Father
		returned with me to the farm. We found May
		somewhat better. Father regards the subject of her
		mental sufferings in a very serious light; he be-
		lieves they would have killed her if not soon
		relieved. I administered to her.
Sept. 7.	Sunday. I remained with May. She is better; took
		more nourishment to day. I administered to her.
Sept. 8.	Still remained with Wife. Yesterday and today
		have been set as the times for the Stake Con-
		ference of the Salt Lake Stake; according to
		custom the regular school sessions of today
		have been ordered suspended, to afford to
		students an opportunity to attend the Con-
		ference meetings. I considered my place of duty
		to be by Wife's side. I drove to Provo during
		the morning, and procured some things for house
		use.
Sept. 9.	Father kindly drove me to the Lake View
		Switch in time for morning train, by
		which I hoped to reach Salt Lake City in time for

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		classes in school. The train however was nearly
		two hours late I left May still more improved
		in health. As her fever abates she feels her
		weakness the more keenly. I administered to her
		before leaving.
			Arriving in Salt Lake City, I went at once
		to the Social Hall and there took up work. A 
		message was conveyed to me from Pres. Angus M.
		Cannon, requesting my presence at the funeral
		services ot Martin Brixen (See p. 2, Sept. 2.), the
		young man having recently passed away. I hurried
		home, changed clothing and hastened back to
		the Clift House, at which the services were
		appointed to be held. Bishop Whitney, a 
		Mr. Hall of another church, and myself were
		the speakers. Bishop Taylor of the 14" Ward pre-
		sided.
Sept. 10.	Received a short letter from Father, bearing
		the news that May's condition is still one of
		improvement. He says she is still extremely
		weak, but her fever seems to be abating,
		and she is able to take more nourishment.
		This is comforting news, The rest are
		reported well.
Sept. 11.	No farther news from home, so I feel that
		Wife is still improving, it being an agree-
		ment between Father and myself that I should be
		promptly notified of any unfavorable change:

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	though if all be well I may not hear at
	such frequent intervals. I hope to visit May
	tomorrow.
Sept. 12.	About 2' o clock I received a telegram
	from Father urging me to come to May at
	once as she was very weak. This news
	was a sad shock after the favorable
	report of the immediate past and my fond
	hopes of finding her better today. I took
	the evening Union Pacific train, having first
	obtained permission from Pres. A. M. Cannon,
	to remain with Wife a day or two next week,
	if such seemed necessary. Father met me
	at Lake View Switch. Arriving at the farm
	I found Wife still weaker, though my faith
	is unshaken in her ultimate recovery. I
	administered to her, and remained with
	her during night. Her sleep was broken,
	the phantoms of her mind troubling her
	greatly.
Sept. 13.	My dear wife is slightly improved in
	health, though the fever still rages. She
	sat up a couple of hours today. The night
	was, as is usual, marked by broken slumbers
	and troubled dreams. Our darling boy and
	the rest of the folks are fairly well. May's
	mother still remains on the farm and
	greatly helps in caring for her daughter.

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		Sunday,
Sept. 14.	  I fasted until evening. Such I have done
		frequently of late in the hope of gaining
		greater blessings in behalf of darling May; I
		have long known the efficacy of simple fasting
		and earnest prayer before the Lord; and I feel
		that but for the direct help of God, my
		wife cannot survive. I administered to her
		during morning; and at noon we sent for
		Bishop Wentz of the Timpanogos Ward, and
		his Counsellors, Elders Loveless and Meecham.
		These brethren came and, after holding prayers,
		they together with Father and myself administered
		to May. The ordinance was performed in an
		earnest and trustful manner; my faith was
		greatly strengthened thereby; Wife was revived,
		and declared herself much better. In the after-
		noon Bro. Maeser, and May's brother Alfred,
		came from Provo to the Farm. We all joined
		in administering to her: then Bro. Maeser
		counselled that we hold prayers and after
		that again unite with him in the ordinance,
		this was done; May seemed still better.
		Great and priceless are the powers and
		blessings of the Priesthood! But for that
		power I would not now be in the flesh;
		and but for that I believe my beloved wife
		would have already passed away.
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	May, and I have perfect confidence
	in his treatment; but he joined with me
	today in suggesting that another physician
	be called that May's friends may be assured
	that all possible efforts were made in
	her behalf. To this suggestion, however, she
	and her mother, as also her sister and sister-
	in law who visited her, stoutly objected. Elder
	Maeser approved of the position taken, saying
	that he felt all the medical aid that could
	be given was now being extended to her. I feel
	myself that medicines will do her but little
	good; the Lord alone can heal. This evening
	I felt greatly relieved in spirit.
Sept. 15. Under counsel from Father, also from Elder
	Maeser I concluded to remain with May
	for the present. Her condition today is still
	better; she takes ample nourishment; and
	sleeps much, this too in a much more
	natural and composed way. Her delirious
	fancies have not entirely left her, but she
	is today far better able to control them.
	I administered to her frequently today.
Sept. 16.	Still remained with May. Father was away
	last night– at Pleasant Grove; he returned
	today and reported that Grandma was in
	an improved condition. Her great endurance,
	and her powers of rallying are wonderful.

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	Wife showed other changes for the better today
	She is drowzy, or actually sleeping most of the
	time, but her slumber is of a quiet kind.
	This evening Bishop Peter Wentz called, in company
	with his good wife. The Bishop with Father
	and myself prayed with, and administered to
	May. Bro. Wentz feels very hopeful for her.
	Sister Wentz kindly offered her services in
	assisting to attend May at any time.
Sept. 17	Wife passed a comparatively quiet night;
	this morning she seemed still better. Considering
	my apparent duty, I bade her and the folks
	good-bye and went to Salt Lake by morn-
	ing train. Father kindly drove me to the 
	switch; the train, unfortunately was two hours
	and forty minutes late, so that I did not
	arrive at the Social Hall till 12.30 p.m.
	I took classes after school hours, however, to
	make up as much as possible for the
	deficiencies caused by my absence. Had I
	considered only personal impressions and
	selfish desires, I should have remained with
	Wife; my presence seems to be of good effect
	upon her, and it grieves me to the soul-depths
	that I am forced to be away from her while
	she suffers so; for when I was ill she was seldom
	from my side. May the Lord guard her and
	comfort her! That He will, I have great faith.

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Sept. 18.	I awaited impatiently the arrival of the
	mail from the south, and was relieved by
	receiving a letter from Father. He informs
	me that May is somewhat stronger than
	when I left, though she seems still troubled
	and fretful. He fears her constantly dis-
	turbed state may bring on a return of
	fever. I shall endeavor to reach her tomorrow,
	Friday; till then I can but pray that the
	Lord will deal kindly and mercifully with
	my beloved wife, and give her peace. She
	has sacrificed so much for others; has borne
	so much for me; her nature is so mild;
	her spirit so pure; her hopes and
	ambitions so guileless, that I can ask
	with great faith for her recovery. Today
	I forwarded her name again to the Prayer
	Circles, and to the Temples at Manti and
	Logan, that she may be remembered at
	the Altar of the Lord in the Holy Order
	of Prayer. The Lord is mighty; He will
	I feel yet heal her wholly.
		Father informs me that my son and
	the rest of the folks are fairly well. Grand-
	ma is but slightly changed; what alter-
	ation there is however, seems to be in the
	direction of improvement. I am eager for tomorrow
	evening to arrive; then I go to May.

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Sept. 19	Went by afternoon train to Lakewood; was
there met by Father, and taken to the farm.
To my great joy I found May better in health. She
appears more natural, and generally more
rational. She slept but little, however, during
the night, being in an almost constant
condition of rambling in mind. The other folks
are usually well. Administered to May.
Sept. 20.	Spent the day with May; she seems considerably
improved; we are all encouraged. She has taken
a fair quantity of nourishment, and gives
promise of returning strength. I administered
to her, the effect, through the mercy of the
Lord being marked for good. The night was
passed quietly; this fact is of great import, for
any period of mental distress is injurious to 
her.
Sept. 21	Sunday: May appears stronger and better.
The day was passed quietly. She slept well
during the night.
	This is the anniversary of my birth. Twenty-
eight years of age!
Sept. 22.	May appeared still better this morning. I left
by early train and, reaching Salt Lake City
proceeded at once to the labors of school.
Administerd to May before leaving.
	I am suffering today from a severe cold
and debility resulting from late exposure and
loss of sleep.

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Sept. 24.	Have heard from home twice since I last
left; each time the news was that Wife
was improving slowly. For this I am
devoutly thankful.
	This evening I attended the regular
monthly meeting of the Home Missionary
Quorums. The principal discourses touched
upon the subject of Labor Unions, which
have of late years grown to great magnitude;
and during the immediate past have invaded
even the usually peaceful region. Less than
a week ago, a "strike" occurred on the part 
of the Street Car employees; their grievance
being that they were required to clean the
machinery at the close of the day's run. Ac-
cording to current reports, near 150 men
refused to work; the Street Railway Co. refused
to recognize their organization or "Union", 
and straightway proceeded to fill the
places of the strikers with other men. In the
course of their remarks at the Home Missionary
Meeting tonight several brethren reported some
startling facts. It was shown that many
Latter-day Saints are among the "Union" members 
in various branches of the Federated Trade's
Associations; these men place themselves
at the mercy and under the direction of
men who are their avowed haters and

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		enemies in religious and political matters.
		A rule of the Associations forbids any Union
		man to work with a non-union laborer on
		penalty of heavy fine; and in some cases elders
		in the Church had refused to labor with
		other elders who were perhaps in destitute
		circumstances, but who had not identified
		themselves with the Unions. Another rule
		makes it a serious offense for a Union
		mechanic to give instruction to any per-
		son-even his own son or his brother,
		until the apprentice has taken the novitiate
		degree in the Union order. The men refuse
		also to allow more than a certain pro-
		portion of apprentices, – one learner to ten
		workmen for example; this they claim
		will prevent the too rapid increase in
		number of skilled workmen. During a
		conversation with Elder Don Carlos Young, after
		the meeting had adjourned he told me, he
		being Temple Architect, that some of the
		brethren had been ordered by their Union officers
		to cease work on the Temple, till certain
		conditions were complied with. Has it come to
		this! that the building of temples is to be
		controlled by profane unbelievers? Union
		organizations are assuming gigantic pro-
		portions: their existence will give use

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Sept 21+(con) to many complicated problems in Social
life. Is this the "mark of the beast"
		without which it is soon to be im-
possible for men either to buy or to
		sell? The power of concerted action  is 
		great: the "striking" of men in a body
		may prove of detriment: is it a powerful
		weapon in their hands, but they seem to
		use it so carelessly: to unsheath and
		brandish it for so slight a cause.
Sept. 26. Friday. This evening after school closed I took
		train for Lakeview; was there met by Father, and 
		thence taken to the farm. I found my dear
		wife still weak and languid, but nevertheless
		very much better than when I saw her last
		Her sufferings have been and are great. To add
		to the pain and weakness directly dependent 
		upon the fever, a large sore has appeased in
		the small of the back. Apparently this was
		caused by a bruise; now it has taken the 
		appearance of a "fever sore." I administered to May
Sept. 27.	Spent day with May. By d[--]t of persuasion, 
		and on her part great perseverance, we suc-
		ceeded with God's help, in getting her up, 
		and for a short time out of doors. At night
		she seemed much improved; showing of
		course a healthful fatigue. Administered to her. 
		My spare time I employed in demonstrating

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		microscopic views to the folks, I having taken
		the microscope and slides down for that
		purpose. They all seemed interested and
		instructed, and to demonstrate under such
		conditions is a joy to me. We examined
		a number of prepared "mounts"; then took
		a lot of common objects – ditch and pond water,
		milk, blood, starch etc. Only my dear
		brother Albert – he could not see these wonders.
		Patiently he sat alongside the others; listening
		to their enthusiastic descriptions of what
		they saw; when the matters under discussion
		were more than ordinarily interesting to
		him he interposed a question occasionally.
		Ah! inscrutable are the ways and pur-
		poses of God! For years that boy has never
		seen the sun; and yet, and yet – yes all is
		well. He bears his trial manfully.
Sept. 28.	  The Sabbath! I spent it in attendance
		upon my wife. I yearn to again partake
		of the sacrament, but I feel that at present
		my place is by her side. Today she is
		still better; Sat up a great part of the day:
		was taken out-doors twice. The Lord be
		praised for her partial recovery. My
		boy, Sterling, is well and hearty. My sister
		Sadie is ill however; indeed she shows
		serious symptoms of Typhoid Fever. I

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		trust she is not to suffer from that dread
		disease. Indeed she has already suffered
		much through it; for about the time of
		my illness she was making preparations
		to enter the marriage state. Gladly she postponed
		her proposed nuptials, to attend me; as I
		recovered she resumed preparations, only to
		soon again suspend them, this time to aid
		in attending May. She deserves blessing for
		her wiling sacrifice and unselfish devotion. 
		Yet with her, God's will be done. Administered to May.
Sept. 29. May still farther improved this morning, 
		and Sadie still very ill. I left by early
		train and reached Salt Lake City shortly before
		10 o'clock. Administered to May before leaving. 
October 3.  Friday. Have heard from the folks once
		since I left them; the news was that Wife
		was still improving, but that sisters Sadie
		and Susa were ill. I fully expected to hear
		last evening, but getting no word I was
		the more anxious to go down tonight. Took
		the Union Pacific train, which was delayed
		two hours and a half in starting, and
		which reached Lake View at half past nine
		at night. I walked to the Farm: there
		found May better, but not so markedly so
		as I had hoped to find her. Her strength is
		returning but very slowly; yet I feel that

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her improvement is sure, and that all is
well with her. She still suffers pain; this
at times is very severe. In some way not
fully known, she received a bruise in
the small of the back: this has inflamed
and become very sore. At present the
wound if half an inch deep, and considerably
larger than a silver dollar piece. I found
our boy hearty and well. My sisters are
both ill however, each showing symptoms
of Typhoid Fever. Sadie appears to be im-
proving, and Susa to be growing worse.
Oct. 4. Remained with the folks. May sat up a
great part of the day; was able to walk
a few steps without our assistance; and
she sat at table and ate lunch with me.
I am thankful to God for her improvement.
My Sisters remain in about the same
state of health. Father has been seriously
ill of late; today he drove to Pleasant Grove,
and returned with the information that
Grandma is somewhat better.
	This evening an impressive incident
occurred, and the outcome of which drew
expressions of sincere gratitude from my
heart. Our darling Sterling is not often
allowed in the room with his Mamma
lest he worry her. Tonight however,

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By request I administered to wife
and Sister Susa.

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Oct. 4 (con) at Wife's request he came in, and was play-	
		ing upon the floor. In the course of
		his travels he found a basket which
		was set behind a chest of drawers, and
		in which <was> a bottle of poisonous lotion.
		This preparation is used in attending to
		May, and with a view to safety, Mother
		Booth had set it way in the basket as
		described. I chanced to look toward the
		boy just as he raised the bottle to his
		lips, he having removed the cork. I sprang
		to his side and seized the bottle: then to
		ascertain whether or not he had tasted
		the stuff, I ran my tongue within his
		mouth, and recognized no taste to suggest
		that he had taken any. No symptoms to the
		contrary were afterward developed, and
		we all felt that the child had been pro-
		tected from an imminent danger. My
		quick movements, and especially the
		unusual exploration of his mouth
		cavity seemed to amuse the little fellow
		hugely, he seemingly considering it all
		as fun; and for hours afterward, his
		tongue would be stuck out at me in
		roguish mockery whenever I came 
		near him. He is very quick in
		learning. I administered to May tonight.

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October 5. Sunday: Yesterday, the Semi annual Conference
		of the Church  was appointed to open in Salt
		Lake City. I greatly regretted my enforced absance
		from the Conference, but felt that my
		place of duty was with my suffering ones.
		Today however, as all seemed to be improving
		I decided to return. Walked to the switch 
		at Lake View, and there took train. The
		train however was late: I did not reach 
		Salt Lake City till 11.30 a.m. – too late for the
		morning meeting. I went home, changed
		my clothing, and then hastened to the Prayer
		Circle Meeting, and by appointment officiated
		at the Altar. We prayed for the sick, and
		among them my dear wife. This is the
		first opportunity of attending Circle meeting
		since August 24.
		Then I attended afternoon session of Conference,
		and partook of the Sacrament. Of this privilege
		I have been deprived until today since
		August 17; and that was the only occasion since
		June 29. The Conference meeting this afternoon
		was an impressive one. The attendance was
		so great that an "overflow" meeting was held
		in the Stake Assembly Hall, and then many
		hundreds of people were unable to gain
		admittance. At the tabernacle President
		Wilford Woodruff, and Apostle John Henry

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October 5 (con)  Smith were the speakers. They spoke forcibly
		upon the necessity of union and love among 
		the Saints.
			At my request after the meeting, Brother
		Heber Iverson, a good neighbor of mine 
		drove me in his buggy to the residence of Patriarch
		Lorenzo Young, whom I have longed of late 
		so much to visit. We found the venerable
		patriarch in an improved state: he was 
		sitting up, and able to walk. He seemed
		pleased at our visit.
		In the evening I attended Priesthood 
		Meeting in the Tabernacle. This was the 
		largest body of the Priesthood that I have
		ever at one time seen. The meeting was a 
		spirited one: the duties and responsibilities 
		of the holders of the Priesthood being strongly 
		dwelt upon. Several of the Apostles testified 
		to the union at present existing in their
		quorum.
Oct. 6.	Attended Conference morning and afternoon.
		The same good spirit prevailed. I feel 
		that this day marks an epoch in the 
		history of this Church and of this great 
		Government. The articles of faith were
		read and unanimously adopted as the 
		belief of the Church. Then followed the 
		reading of President Woodruff's recent manifesto,

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		issued Sept 24 last; and remarks and an important
		motion followed. I append following extracts from
		the printed reports of the morning services.

	President Woodruff,
Said:  I will say, as the question is
often asked, "What do the Latter-
day Saints believe in?" we feel dis-
posed to read the Articles of Faith
of the Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints, and should there
be any strangers present, they may
understand our faith in this respect.
The question is often asked, "Do
the Mormon people believe in the 
Bible?" so the principles that are
read will show our faith and belief
appertaining to the Gospel of Christ.
	The articles were then read by
Bishop Orson F. Whitney. They
are here introduced:
		ARTICLES OF FAITH
Of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
				Saints
1. We believe in God, the Eternal
Father, and in His Son Jesus Christ, 
and in the Holy Ghost.
2. We believe that men will be
punished for their own sins, and not
for Adam's transgression.
3. We believe that through the
atonement of Christ all men may be
saved, by obedience to the laws and 
ordinances of the Gospel.
4. We believe that the ordinances 
are:  First, faith in the Lord Jesus
Christ; second, repentance; third,
baptism by immersion for the remis-
sion of sins; fourth, laying on of
hands for the gift of the Holy Ghost.
5. We believe that a man must be 
called of God by "prophecy, and by
the laying on of hands," by those who
are in authority, to preach the Gospel
and administer in the ordinances
thereof.
6. We believe in the same organiza-
tion that existed in the primitive 
church, viz.:  apostles, prophets, past-
ors, teachers, evangelists, etc.
7.	We believe in the gift of tongues,
prophecy, revelation, visions, healing, 
interpretation of tongues, etc.
8. We believe the Bible to be the
word of God, as far as it is translated
correctly; we also believe the Book of
Mormon to be the word of God.
9. We believe all that God has re-
vealed, all that He does now reveal,
and we believe that He will yet reveal
many great and important things
pertaining to the Kingdom of God.
10. We believe in the literal gath-
ering of Israel and in the restoration
of the Ten Tribes. That Zion will be
built upon this continent. That
Christ will reign personally upon the
earth, and that the earth will be re-
newed and receive its paradisic glory.
11. We claim the privilege of wor-
shiping  Almighty God according to
the dictates of our conscience, and al-
low all men the same privilege, let
them worship how, where or what
they may.
  12.  We believe in being subject to
kings, presidents, rulers and magis-
trates, in obeying, honoring and sus-
taining the law.
13. We believe in being honest,
true, chaste, benevolent virtuous, and
in doing good to all men; indeed we may
say that we follow the admonition of
Paul, "We believe all things, we hope
all things," we have endured many
things, and hope to be able to endure
all things. If there is anything
virtuous, lovely or of good report
or praiseworthy, we seek after these
things.—JOSEPH SMITH.

	Apostle Franklin D. Richards.
Said: Beloved brethren and sisters,
I move that we, as members of the
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-
day Saints in General Conference
assembled, do accept and adopt these
Articles of Faith which Bishop 
Whitney has now read as the rule of
our faith and of our conduct during
our mortal lives.
	It may be thought that it is super-
fluous to offer it; but it must be
borne in mind that we have a rising
generation since this was last pre-
sented to us, that are coming to
years of judgment and understand-
ing; and we wish to have all old 
and young, rich and poor, bond and
free, that have faith in the Lord
Jesus Christ and in these articles to
have a chance to express it by their
vote, if they wish.
	The vote to sustain Brother Rich-
ards' motion was unanimous.

	President George Q. Cannon
Said:  President Woodruff, as doubt-
less the members of the Conference
are aware, has felt himself called upon
to issue a manifesto concerning cer-
tain things connected with our
affairs in this Territory, and he is
desirous to have this submitted to
this conference: to have their view
or their expressions concerning it,
and Bishop Whitney will read this
document now in your hearing.
	Following is the manifesto as
read;
	OFFICIAL DECLARATION.
To Whom it May Concern:
	Press dispatches having been sent
for political purposes, from Salt Lake
City, which have been widely pub-
lished, to the effect that the Utah Com-
mission, in their recent report to the
Secretary of the Interior, allege that
plural marriages are still being
solemnized and that forty or more
such marriages have been contracted
in Utah since last June or during the
past year; also that in public dis-
courses the leaders of the Church
have taught, encouraged and urged
the continuance of the practice of
polygamy.
	I, therefore, as President of the
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints, do hereby, in the most solemn
manner, declare that these charges are
false. We are not teaching polygamy,
or plural marriage, nor permitting
any person to enter into its practice,
and I deny that either forty or any
other number of plural marriages
have during that period been solemn-
ized in our temples or in any other
place in the Territory.
	One case has been reported, in
which the parties alleged that the
marriage was performed in the En-
dowment House, in Salt Lake City, in
the spring of 1889, but I have not been
able to learn who performed the cere-
mony; whatever was done in this mat-
ter was without my knowledge. In
consequence of this alleged occur-
rence the Endowment House was, by
my instructions, taken down without
delay.
	Inasmuch as laws have been enacted
by Congress forbidding plural mar-
riages, which laws have been pro-
nounced constitutional by the court of
last resort, I hereby declare my inten-
tion to submit to those laws, and to
use my influence with the members
of the Church over which I preside to
have them do likewise.
	There is nothing in my teachings to
the Church or in those of my associ-
ates, during the time specified, which
can be reasonably construed to in-
culcate or encourage polygamy, and
when any Elder of the Church has
used language which appeared to con-
vey any such teaching, he has been
promptly reproved. And I now pub-
licly declare that my advice to the
Latter-day Saints is to refrain from
contracting any marriage forbidden by
the law of the land.
		WILFORD WOODRUFF,
	President of the Church of Jesus
		Christ of Latter-day Saints.

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Oct. 6(con.) 	President Lorenzo Snow offered 
			the following:
			"I move that, recognizing Wilford
			Woodruff as the President of the
			Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
			Saints, and the only man on the earth
			at the present time who holds the keys
			of the sealing ordinances, we consider
			him fully authorized by virtue of his
			position to issue the manifesto which
			has been read in our hearing and
			which is dated September 24th, 1890,
			and that as a Church in General Con-
			ference assembled, we accept his
			declaration concerning plural mar-
			riages as authoritative and binding."
			The vote to sustain  the foregoing
			motion was unanimous.
			
			President George Q. Cannon
			Spoke in reference to the manefesto,
			giving the reasons for its having
			been issued by President Woodruff.
			A synopsis of his discourse could not
			be given an adequate idea of it. His 
			remarks were of such vital importance
			that it is deamed better to await a
			full report of them, which will
			shortly be published.
				President Woodruff,
			Who had been deeply affected dur-
			ing the presentation of, and action
			upon the official declaration, also
			expressed himself on the same sub-
			ject. His remarks will soon appear
			in full, the same reason for not giv-
			ing a synopsis applying to his dis-
			course, as well as to President Can-
			nons.


			This manifesto has caused
			much comment among the
			Saints. Some regard ths
			step as one of retrocession;
			others look wise and say "I
			told you so." Since ths
			document was issued
			I have prayed for light as to
			its true import; and I see in
			it nothing but good for
			this people. The people of 
			the world are God's children
			as are we, and they too must
			be tried. This official act
			takes away the oft-made
                        excuse – that the countenancing of plural
		marriage as a religious practice is so an-
		tagonistic to the present proprieties of society,
		that this people cannot be tolerated until
		they cease that practice. Now it is officially
		declared that the practice is suspended: now
		what will the people of the world say? In
		their comments following the reading of
		the manifesto today, President Cannon and
		Woodruff stated that. surely the Adversary
		was not pleased with the act; for since
		the day of its issue, unheard-of lies have been
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to neutralize the effect of the document What
will the Devil say now? He has never been at
a loss for words. He will have his in abundance,
Poor Devil!
Oct. 8.	Received word from Father to the effect
that May is still improving, though the process
seems a very slow one. Susa is still very ill;
Sadie is better.
Oct. 11.	The week has closed without bringing
any farther news from home. I trust all is
well. I had hoped that Wife would have
been able to be moved this week; but in
his last letter father advised a farther
wait.
Oct. 12 Sunday Attended Prayer Circle, and afternoon
meeting. At the latter, by call of the authorities
I addressed the assembly. I spoke but a 
short time however. Apostles Abraham Cannon,
and Heber J. Grant were the other speakers.
Oct. 13	Received letter from Father informing me
that May is still better.
Oct. 14	Received letter from Wife, saying that she 
will probably be able to come home
at end of present week. This is joyful
news. I trust that the weather, and all
else will be propitions; and that she will
improve by the change. Susa is still
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Oct. 18 Went to Provo by early train. I was
delightfully surprised to find Wife in
a buggy at the depot awaiting my
arrival. She left the farm three days
ago, and has been since in Provo.
Her health is improving. Our boy, however,
is ill; today he is feverish and fretful,
and apparently in pain. His ailments are
perhaps the result of teething experience,
and I trust will not prove serious.
	We all left on the 4.20 p.m. train; arriving
in Salt Lake City at 7 o'clock. Bro. Jos. Nelson
one of my fellow teachers met us at the
depot with a conveyance and soon took
us home. Wife seemed to stand well
the effects of the journey. Her fatigue
was not excessive though her sufferings
are still severe. The weather has been pro-
pitious, and all friends seemed eager to
show us kindnesses.
	I am deeply thankful to be again
at home with my little family. Wife and
son have been away now ten and one
half weeks.
Oct. 19 Sunday. Wife is today feeling well after
the journey of yesterday. Son Sterling is
still ailing. I attended Prayer Circle, then
returned home and remained rest of

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	day with family. Names of both wife and
	son were placed on the Circle altar.
In evening I attended meeting in Second Ward,
and by call of the Bishop I addressed the 
	meeting.
	After meeting, Bishop L. G. Hardy, and 
	Elders Jensen and Hart accompanied me
	home and there administered to May and
	Sterling. I felt strong faith during the per-
	forming of the ordinances, and I feel that good
	results will speedily follow.
Oct. 21.	In company with Elder Jos. Nelson I today
	administered to Bro. Hyrum Beckstrand,
	one of the students, who is suffering from
	a mild attack of typhoid fever.
Oct 21. This day also I entered into an agreement 
	with the "Juvenile Instructor" Co. of this city
	to publish a book of specified dimensions
	on "Domestic Science." The subject of providing
	suitable text books for use in our
	Church Schools is an important one.
	In Domestic Science classes we have at pre-
	sent none at all, and in many of the classes
	books written in the spirit of the school
	system of our people are a necessity. Several
	months ago I was appointed by President
	Woodruff to write such works as I could do
	on service; and after consultation with

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Oct. 21.	Gen. Supt. Maeser, "Domestic Science" was
		chosen as the topic of greatest need just
		now. My plans were to have written the 
		little work during the past summer, but
		my illness prevented this being done. The
		labor thus far has been accomplished by a
		great effort during several weeks past, I 
		have been working from 4 o'clock or 5 o'clock
		in the morning . At present the MSS. is
		more than half done, and as there is need
		for speed, the work having to be out from the
		press by New Year's, arrangements have been
		made for its publication. After asking for 
		and recieving proposals from several of our
		"home" publishers, the proposition of the "Juvenile
		Instructor" Co. was accepted by advice of the
		Presidency, conveyed to me through Secretary
		George Reynolds. At my request, a com-
		mittee was appointed by the Presidency to 
		hear portions of the work read. The arrange-	
		ments with the Instructors office are that the
		Co. print and finish an edition of 3000 copies 
		of the work, which is to be octavo size,
		not to exceed 300 pages; cuts to be furnished
		at my direction; book to be sold retail at
		from  80 cts. to $1.00 per copy; I to receive $250
		for the copyright. These arrangements are to me
		entirely satisfactory.

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Oct. 25.	Called to day on Bro. Hyrum Beckstrand; Elder
		Jos. Nelson and I administered to him
			The week has ended. Wife has been improv-
		ing, though but slowly, during the entire time;
		son is still very ill. I think, that during
		the time of his mother's illness the boy
		has been surfeited from kindness, and is
		suffering the results of over-feeding. He
		has had so many kind uncles, and aunts,
		cousins and grandparents, and each has had
		something for him. I trust he will soon
		improve.
			I am thankful for wife's good condition
Oct. 26	Sunday. In morning I attended Sunday
		school in the Second Ward, and by request
		of the Superintendent I addressed the
		school. Then attended Prayer Circle meeting,
		and by appointment officiated in consecrating
		the oil. Remained home during afternoon with
		wife and son: the former is still im-
		proving the latter still ill.
Oct. 29.	This evening I was excused from the
		regular meeting of the Home Missionaries of
		the Stake because of the illness of my son.
		I was under appointment from the Stake
		Presidency to visit the Penetentiary on
		Sunday next; and was under request to
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next. From these appointments I have been
excused, without asking for an excuse. I
am thankful for the opportunity of recovering
at home during the time of illness
Oct. 31. 	This afternoon a committee composed of
Dr Karl G. Maeser, Elder George Reynolds
and Elder John Nicholson met and examined
the Mss. (as far as completed) of the little
book on "Domestic Science". Chapters
were read from each division.
Nov. 1.	Was privileged to read the opinion of
the Committee referred to in last item
regarding the little work. This is what
was said:–
	"To President Wilford Woodruff, and members
of the General Board of Education:–
We have examined the manuscript of 
Dr J. E. Talmages proposed new book entitled
"Domestic Science," having perused some of the chapters of
each division of the subject embraced by it. We unhesitat-
ingly express it as our judgment that the book will be admirably
adapted for use in the Church Schools. It presents a valuable array
of useful scientific truths, explained in simple and attractive language.
Such a work ought also to have a wide dirculation outside the school-
room, as it belongs to the class of literature which properly comes under the
head of "popular science". Respectfully, Your brethren, K. G. Maeser, Ggs. Reynolds
This afternoon according to previous < Jno. Nicholson> appointment
the Church School teachers of Salt Lake
District (comprising the city and stake of
Salt Lake, and of Davis Stake) met
and organized a District Convention of

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		Teachers. I was chosen as Chairman for the
		ensuing year. Elder Done is Secretary.
October 30 (Omitted)
			Today I attended the funeral of Miss Flora
		Asper, a former student at the College. She 
		withdrew a very short time ago, through an
		attack of Typhoid Fever; and soon passed
		away. By request Elder Done and myself,
		from among her teachers spoke at the services.
		Bishop Barton of the 19" Ward, and Elders Watson
		and Wallace also spoke.
Nov. 2.	Sunday. Attended Prayer Circle as usual.
		In the afternoon wife and I visited Patri-
		arch Lorenzo Young. He administered to
		our son Sterling before we left. Our boy is
		still very ill but we hope for the best.
Nov. 4.	By request I today attended the Funeral services
		of a little child of Mr Roundy, living at
		515 East 1" South Street, City of Salt Lake.
		The relatives are not members of the Church,
		yet they feel in sympathy with our people.
		The request was that only singing and prayer
		should be engaged in as the parents desired
		brief services only. After I arrived at the
		house, I found that I was expected to conduct
		the services. This I endeavored to do, offering the
		prayer at the house, also the dedication at the 
		grave.

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Nov. 4. (con)	This is election day, for choosing a delegate
to Congress. I voted for the People's nominee,
John T. Caine. Great efforts are being
made by the opposition party to carry the
election by fraud.
Nov. 9	Sunday. Attended Prayer Circle and Taber-
nacle meeting, Wife and son are improving
in health for which I am thankful.
Nov. 14 Delivered a lecture before the Students'
Society of the Latter-day Saints College
on the subject "An hour with the
Insects", illustrated by many stereopti[-]
views. This is the first public
lecture outside my classes, delivered by
me since my illness.
Nov. 16. Sunday. Yesterday I received word from
Pleasant Grove to the effect that Grand-
mother had died Friday Nov. 14, at 5.30
p.m. The funeral was set for today.
I went to Pleasant Grove by morning
train and there attended the services
which were held at her late residence.
Bp. J. Brown conducted the services.
Father was there, also Sisters Sadie and Polly,
my Aunt Annie, her husband and
children, Aunt Julia and Cousin George.
We have long looked for Grandmother's
demise; she has suffered much and

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has ansiously and eagerly awaited death.
I feel that all is well.
	In the afternoon I attended meeting
in the Pleasant Grove First Ward, and
there by call of the Bishop addressed
the congregation. Returned to Salt Lake 
by evening train.
Nov. 23. 	Sunday. Another week has gone with-
out particularly eventful happenings
to me personally. Today I attended 
Circle Meeting, afternoon Tabernacle
Meeting, and evening Ward Meeting.
Wife and son are improving in
health. Yesterday and today I took part 
in administering to Bro. Malcolm McKinnon,
one of our students who is very ill.
Nov. 24. Again administered to Bro. McKinnon.
Nov. 27	Thanksgiving Day, so set apart by the
President of the United States. By request
I today attended the funeral services of
Bro. Arthur Wood, a former student of
our College. I spoke at the funeral.
In early evening called on Bro McKinnon,
and administered to him. Then visited
the Meeting House in  our own ward, at
which a Thanksgiving Festival was
in progress. By request I addressed the
assembly. Wife and son attended

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also; wife gave a recitation there. Indeed
I have cause to be thankful on this 
day of Thanksgiving; Self, wife, and son
again restored to health after long and
dangerous illness.
Nov. 28. This day, in response to a petition of
the students has been established as a
holiday. I spent the day in work around
home. There is much to be done in es-
tablishing and improving a new
home, but I am deeply thankful for
my home, and the opportunity of
so laboring upon it.
Nov. 29. In morning I attended the regular
monthly meeting of the High Priests'
Quorum, and by call of the President
addressed the assembly. In evening
I accompanied Elders Jensen, Leach,
and Wheeler, all of the Second Ward, to
the house of Bro. Caine, counsellor to
Bp. Hardy. Bro. Caine is ill of Typhoid
Fever; we administered to him.
Nov. 30	Sunday. Attended morning Circle Meeting.
afternoon Tabernacle Meeting, and evening
Ward Meeting in Second Ward. At
the last named meeting, by call of
the presiding officers, I addressed the
meeting. Between afternoon and evening

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		meetings I was called upon to take 
		part in a number of administrations
		to the sick. Bp. John Tingey, and 
		Elders Davis, Burbidge, Lewis, Jacobs, and
		Burbidge Jr, and myself, all of our
		Prayer Circle, administered to Sis. Vinnie 
		Burbidge, Sis Mary Burbidge, Child of
		Bro. Burbidge, Sister Sarah Groesbeck, all
		of the 17th Ward. Elder Leach and myself
		then administered to Bro. Caine of the
		Second Ward; and Elders Done, and
		McKinnon and myself to Bros. Mal-
		colm and Peter Mckinnon these two
		being students. Indeed there is much 
		illness abroad; but the faith of the
		people seems strong.
Dec. 1	Administered in company with Elder
		Done to Sister Sarah Groesbeck and little
		Willie Burbidge.
Dec. 2.	Elder McKinnon and I administered 
		to his son Malcolm.
Dec. 3.	Administered alone to Bro. Alfred Caine;
		then Elder Done and I administered 
		to Miss Lizzie Crismon, and Bro. Malcolm
		McKinnon both students.
			Today I appeared by subpoena 
		before the Third District Court of Utah,
		Judge Zane presiding, and gave testimony

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		in a case of alleged poisoning of animals.
The analyses in the case were made by
		me in September and October 1889.
Dec 4.	Administered again to Bro. Malcolm
McKinnon; the young man suffers greatly.
This day also I admnistered to wife; she
		has falled a victim to severe cold which
		has affected her throat and head.
In consequence she has been confined
to bed.
Dec. 5.	Again administered to wife; she is
		somewhat better today.
Dec. 6.	Attended the regular monthly Preisthood
		Meeting of the Stake. The attendance
was good, and the topics presented
		were timely. One of the main subjects
		was the establishment of Theological
		classes as subsidiaries to Church Schools.
The wisdom of this movement impresses
		me deeply. The initiatory steps were
		taken by the First Presidency, who ad -
		authorities on the matter. Since the
		inauguration of the Church School
		movement, schools have been estabal-
		lished with great rapidity; altogether
		too fast it would seem, since com-
petent teachers have not yet been

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		found for all of them. I have felt that
		it would be better to more fully sustain
		the institutions already established, till they
		obtain a firm foothold, than to estab-
		lish more and neglect them. Indeed I have
		had apprehensions lest in the system
		there would be many failures, illustrating
		the "survival of the fittest;" but upon
		this point I have held my peace, think-
		ing that perhaps I took an extreme
		view, till recently, in conversation with
		Prest. Geo. Q. Cannon, I found his
		views even more pronounced than
		mine. The establishment of Theological
		classes will greatly aid the cause.
			This day I administered to Bro Malcolm
		McKinnon.
Dec. 7.	Sunday. By appointment I this day
		visited the Utah Penetentiary, in the
		capacity of a "minister" and there
		held services with the inmates. This is
		a position I have filled on two occasions
		in the past; yet it becomes none the
		less trying. Our Elders who visit there,
		are not allowed to speak of the
		things nearest their hearts, their tes-
		timony of the Gospel; indeed, I am in-
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		there that the W. S. Marshall had already
		intimated that the "Mormon" speakers
		were preaching "Mormonism", and that
		such practices must cease. I strove to
		keep within bounds today, confining my
		remarks to the general principles of
		Christianity. The Marshal was present
		in person, and at the close of the ser-
		vices expressed himself to me as well
		pleased. Five accompanied me as
		choir. On the way home, we stopped at
		the house of Bro. Lorenzo Young to cheer
		him with a hymn.
		In the evening, Elder Barrell and I
		officiated as Home Missionaires in
		the Twelfth Ward.
			After meeting, Elder Willard Done and
		I called upon  Bro. Caine, and Miss Lizzie
		Crismon, administering to both of them.
		Then we called upon Bro. Malcolm Mc
		Kinnon.
Dec. 8.	Administered to Bro Malcolm McKinnon.
Dec. 9.	Attended a meeting of the Stake
		Board of Education at which Prest.
		George Q. Cannon was present. The
		subjects considered had reference to
		the future of the Latter-day Saints'
		College. I spoke of the crowded and

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	embarrassing state of the institution.
	The sense of the meeting was that the
	Board should proceed forthwith to
	organize and incorporate. 
		In the afternoon I attended a meeting
	of a Committee from the Salt Lake
	Literary and Scientific Association, ap-
	pointed to consider the present condition
	of the Deseret Museum, and to take
	steps for the improvement of the
	institution. Of this committee I am
	a member.
Dec. 10.	Administered to Bro. Malcolm McKinnon.
This young man still lies very ill.
Dec. 11. Took part in administering to the
	child of Bro. Done also to Bro. Alfree
	faine, and to Bro. McKinnon.
Dec 14	Sunday. Administered to Bro. Done's child,
	also to Bro. Malcolm McKinnon.
Attended meetings as usual.
Dec. 15	Took part in administering again to
	Bro. McKinnon.
Dec. 19. 	This is the date set for the closing
	of the first term, at the College, and
	by a preconcerted agreement the
	teachers provided a party for the
	students, at the Social Hall this
	evening. It has been customary in

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	the past to hold public exercises
	at the close of the term, but this
	procedure was omitted this time.
	The part was an eminent success.
	All seemed to enjoy themselves
	greatly. During the evening, the
	students by their chosen representa-
tives threw open the folding doors,
	leading from the main hall to the
	staged and there displayed the chairs
	of the Faculty, each filled with an
	elegant portrait. Myself and Instructors
	Done each received a portrait of 
	Pres. Woodruff; Instructors Nelson, Walters,
and Haag were the recipients of 
	portraits of Pres. Joseph F. Smith, and
	Sister Cobb received a beautiful lamp,
	and set of China plates. The presenta-
	tions were made by lady students
	of the respective departments, each
	in a neat speech. Such expressions of
	esteem are deeply affecting. May the
Lord preserve the feeling of mutual
	love between pupils and students.
Dec. 20 Administered to Bro. McKinnon and
	to Bro. Alfred Caine.
Dec. 21 By appointment, Elder Wm Binder
	and myself officiated as

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		Home Missionaries in the Fifth Ward.
Dec. 23 	Went with Bro Junius F. Wells to a 
		point near Draper, Salt Lake Co, and
		there took temperature and other
		data concerning the Hot Springs
		at that place. Collected samples of
		water. Returned to the city by 
		evening train.
Dec. 25.	Christmas day. A "green" Christmas
		indeed it is, it is not colder than
		is usual in October. No snow has yet
		fallen. Administered twice to Bro.
		Caine; he is lying very ill.
Dec. 26.	Late at night I was called to Bro. Caine's
		house; other elders gathered. We ad-
		ministered to him, and afterward
		formed a line around his bed, and
		each (there were six (6) in all) adminis-
		tered according to age. I have faith
		that he will recover, yet from a 
		purely human stand point his
death seems almost certain.
Dec 27	Again visited and administered to Bros.
		McKinnon and Caine. The latter is
		very low.
		In evening wife and I attended 
		the Theatre. I am thankful that she
		is again out with me.

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Dec. 28.	Sunday. Attended meetings as usual.
		Administered to Bros. McKinnon and
Caine.
Dec. 29. 	Was called in early evening to visit
		Bro Caine we administered to him. An 
		hour afterward I received word
		that he had passed away. So it is;
		inscrutable are the ways of God;
		Bro Caine has had the continued faith
		of his friends, and in almost every
		case he has seemed to respond to ad-
		ministrations: yet he has grown steadily
		worse; the physicians admit that
		his case has sorely puzzled them; and
		at last he has gone.
		This evening my Mother, and my
		Sister Sadie came from Provo to Salt
		Lake City to visit us. We feel honored
		in the event; Mother has not been
		in the city for near 14 years. They are
		both well, and report the folks at
		home as tolerably well.
Dec. 31. 	Yesterday and today I have been busy
		in office. For several days past I
		have been feeling ill; today I was com-
		pelled to go home. Bro Done called and
		administered to me, and I experienced
		great relief.

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Jan. 1 	Thursday, January 1,"–
The year just closed has been one of
	mighty events with respect to the
	world in general, and especially as
	regards this people. Who can foretell
	the events of the dawning year? "Be 
	ready!" is the most wholesome advice.
		Attended Fast meeting in morning:
	in afternoon Mother, Wife, and I attended
	the funeral services of Bro. Alfred
	Caine. Tis a heavy cross indeed that
	has fallen upon the family; yet they
	seem to bear it bravely. Sister Caine
has shown herself a heroine. By
	request of the Bishop, I offered the
	dedicatory prayer at the grave.
Jan. 4.	Sunday. By appointment, Elder Spencer
	Clawson and I attended the 18" Ward
	Meeting, and there preached as Home
	Missionaries. The evenings experience
	was in one respect a repetition of one
	that has fallen to my lot now many
	times — the meeting house was so 
	full of foul air as almost to overcome

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	me. I was prostrated; and after reaching
	home retired without delay.
Jan 5.	Today the second term of school opened
	under favorable auspices; Owing to the
	prevalence of illness and for other
	causes, it was thought best to receive
	fewer pupils. Our limit has therefore 
been lowered from 250 to 200.
Jan. 6. 	By previous arrangement, I this evening
	delivered a lecture  before the Improve-
	ment Association of the Fourteenth
Ward; subject – "Atheism and Idolatry."
Jan. 10.	Salt Lake District Teachers Association
	assembled today. I attended and
	presided. By appointment, I this day
	delivered a lecture before the Association
	on "Collecting and preserving of Cabinets."
Jan. 11	Sunday. Owing to repairs and changes
	now in progress in the Heating apparatus
	at the Tabernacle, services were held
	this afternoon in the various ward
	meeting houses. By request I attended
	meeting in the Fourteenth Ward, and
	there preached. Attended Circle Meeting
	as usual, and had the pleasure of 
	being the means of introducing two
	new members, Elders Willard Done and
	John Walton; both are fellow teachers

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	of mine. In the evening, attended Ward
	meeting in Second Ward. Apostle F.M.
	Lyman ws the speaker; his counsels
	and instructions were very timely.
Jan. 14	By appointment I this evening del-
	ivered a lecture before the combined
	Improvement Associations of the 18th
	Ward on "Atheism and Idolatry."
Jan. 15. 	This afternoon, Sister C. J. Webb of Payson
	and myself proceeded by train to 
	Logan. The object of our visit will be
	understood from the entry in Journal Vol.
	III p. 263, June 28, 1890. Preparations for
	such a trip were being made at the
	time of my serious attack of illness,
	during the last summer; and many
	and diverse circumstances have seem-
	ingly conspired to prevent the consum-
mation of the object until the present.
	We arrived at Logan about 9 p.m was
	met at the depot by Bro. Douglas M.
	Todd and by him taken to Brother
	Lufkin's residence, at which place we
	were hospitably entertained while we
remained.
Jan. 16. 	Early this morning, Sis. Webb and 
	I applied for admission to the Temple,
	we were received, and attended to the

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Jan 16 (con.) work which we came to do. Sister Webb
	took endowments for her deceased daugh-
	ter Zella; the sealing ordinance followed;
and now, by the authority of the
	Holy Priesthood, I may call dear Zella
	mine. If I forfeit not my right then
I may hope to live with her in
	eternity. Great and glorious are the
	blessings of our Father; my heart overflows
	with thanks for the blessings of the House
	of God, and for the great gift which
	this day has fallen to me; the theme
	is too sacred a one to be spoken of
	at length even here. I was able 
	also to attend to work for one of my
	deceased ancestors, and to direct
	work for two others.
		In the afternoon, Bro. Todd took
	me to the Agricultural College, where
	we were received courteously by Presi-
	dent Sanborn and several of the 
	Professors.
		In the evening, according to
previous arrangement, I delivered a
	lecture before the Polysophical Society
	of the Brigham Young College, on
	"The Sun Moon and Stars" illustrated by
	stereopticon views.

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Jan. 17. 	By early train, Sister Webb and I
	returned to Salt Lake City; by afternoon
	train she proceeded to her home in
	Payson.
Jan. 18 Sabbath. Tabernacle meetings were again
	dispensed with, and worshipping assemblies
	were called in the Ward houses. By re-
	quest I visited the Ninth Ward Meeting
	House, and there addressed the people.
Jan. 19. 	Began the rearrangement of specimens
	in the Deseret Museum of which in-
	stitution I have been given charge, at 
	least temporally.
Jan. 20. 	By previous appointment I this evening
	addressed the people of the Second Ward
	under the auspices of the Mutual Im-
	provement Associations. I had chosen
	a subject, but upon arriving at the
	meeting house, a request was made that
	I speak upon "Atheism and Idolatry," 
	which I did.
Jan 24. Today the little book referred to under
	dates of Oct. 21, and Nov. 1, last, (this book
	pp. 27 and 30) left the press. Its publication
	has been greatly delayed owing to him-
	dances in procurring illustrative cuts;
	and the cuts that were at length procured,
	were of a very poor order. In other

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Jan 24/ (con) respects the little work is of neat and
	orderly appearance. It comprises 331 pages
	in all, octavo size. The typography is 
	good, the binding serviceable. The book
	is bound in two styles, cloth and leather;
	the former is sold at $1.00 per volume; the
	latter at $1.25. As I felt it to be 
	proper I [-]have decidicated the work to
	Bro. Maeser, in the words:–
	Dedicatory
		To
Karl G. Maeser, D. L. D.,
General Superintendent of Latter-day
Saint Schools, and Pioneer Teacher in
	Such Schools;
To whom the Author, in common with
all the youth of this people, owes so
much, this unpretentious volume is
respectfully and affectionately inscribed

As was stated on page 30 (this book) the
MSS. was examined by a Committee
appointed for the purpose, and a report
was made to Pres. Woodruff. The first
Presidency issued an endorsement
of the work; which was accompanied
by one from General Superintendent Maeser.
These documents bear date of Dec. 1, 1890:

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and have been already published. They appear
however in the fore part of the book; and
are as follows

DOMESTIC SCIENCE.
	The following endorsements of
the work speak volumes in its
favor:
		SALT LAKE CITY, Dec: 1, 1890.
TO ALL CONCERNED:
		With the growth of our Church
school system, and of the Mutual Improve-
ment Associations among our people, the
need of text-books specially adapted for
use under those organizations becomes
very apparent.
	A short time ago Dr. J. E. Talmage
was requested by us to prepare a work of
medium size and scope on subjects of
practical and scientific interest; and as a
result he has written a small volume
entitled "Domestic Science."
	A committee appointed to examine the
book has heartily endorsed it as a worthy
work representing an extended array of
useful facts expressed in simple but forci-
ble style, and imbued throughout with
the spirit of our religion.
	We take pleasure in recommending the
little work to our people as well adapted
for use in our Church schools, also in the
Mutual Improvement Associations, and
for general reading.
		Your brethren in the gospel,
				WILFORD WOODRUFF,
				GEO. Q. CANNON,
				JOS. F. SMITH.
				____
		PROVO CITY, UTAH, Dec. 1, 1890.
	The study of "Domestic Science,"
recognized as an essential feature of edu-
cation, has received in this work of Dr.
J. E. Talmage such a thorough and sys-
tematic treatment as will entitle the work
to the careful consideration of all educat-
ors; I earnestly recommend it, therefore,
to all our Church schools for adoption.
		KARL G. MAESER, D. L. D.,
			Gen. Supt. L. D. S. Schools.
I am hopeful that the little book
will prove of value; that it may be
the means of accomplishing some
good. It has been written with that 
object.
Jan. 25. Sunday. Attended Prayer Circle, but re-
mained home rest of day, having been

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	excused from a Missionary Appointment,
	because of my boy Sterling's threatened ill
	health. However, he is better today.
Jan. 28 Attended regular monthly meeting 
	of the Home Missionaries.
Jan. 30. According to previous arrangement
	I this night went to Provo, and delivered 
	a lecture before the Polysophical
	Society of the Brigham Young Academy
	on the subject of "Atheism and Idolatry."
	I felt great pleasure in again being
	present at my old home. The spirit
	prevailing there is so congenial, I 
	could almost believe I had not left 
	the institution at all. Stayed with
	my friends and benefactors Brother
	and Sister Cluff.
Jan. 31. Returned to Salt Lake City by early morning
	train. I went yesterday to Provo with the
	intention of spending today hunting,
	not for game so much as for speci-
	mens; however, I learned that but few
	birds are now to be found, so I returned
	home. Attended monthly High Priests' Meeting;
	and spent remainder of day in the 
	Museum. I have been installed as Curator
	to the Museum; and though my time
	is very fully occupied otherwise, yet

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	I hope to be enabled to devote sufficient
	attention to affect the rearrangement, and
	classification of the specimens. For many
	years the Deseret Museum has been
	devoid of a scientific director; and the
	value of the collections has materially
	lessened because of loss or displacement
	of labels, and lack of classification. The
	Deseret Museum is the possession of
	the Salt Lake Literary and Scientific
	Association, of which I am a member.
	Some time ago it was proposed by 
	President Woodruff to transfer the whole
	collection to our College, but a difficulty
	was found in the conditions of
	the charter governing the Association.
	I well remember, years ago, the great
	assistance received from a former curator,
	the venerable Prof. J. L. Barfoot; and
	how then I felt, that, could I but be
	privileged with ever so humble a 
	post in the Museum, how fully would
	my ambition be gratified. Now the posi-
	tion of chief officer is given to me, and
	I accept it reluctantly because of other
	pressing duties. It is my desire that
	the Museum shall grow; such an
	institution if devoid of growth is dead.

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Jan. 31 (con). 	I propose therefore to issue bulletins
	from time to time, calling for specimens,
	and giving instructions for their collection
	and preservation. Bulletin No 1. left the
	press today. It bears the signatures of
	the entire Board of Directors of the
	Literary and Scientific Association. It
	bears date of Jan 29.
Feb. 1.	Sunday. Attended Prayer Circle. Then
	attended by invitatiion the afternoon
	sacrament meeting in the Third Ward.
	I addressed the congregation; In the
	evening, Elder Carlson and I officiated
	as Home Missionaries in the Sixth
Ward.
Feb. 2.	Spent most of day in Museum:
	today the institution was reopened
	to the public. This day was a holiday
	in school affairs. An attempt is
	to be made under direction of the
	Presidency of the Church and the Board
	of our College to change the weekly holiday
	from Saturday to Monday. Experience has
	demonstrateed that many students study
	on the Sabbath day to prepare for
	Monday's lessons, and many others come
	unprepared in their lessons. Farther,
	students who go to their homes in

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		adjoining towns at the close of the week
		are compelled to leave home on the Sabbath
		evening or be late at school on many days are lost		from school work because of conferences,
		general and local, which require the
		suspension of regular exercise on
		Mondays; if Monday be the regular
		weekly holiday no such losses will occur.
		At all events, the experiment is a 
		worthy one.
Feb. 4 	After school hours, Bros. Done and Nelson
		and myself went to the Penetentiary
		and had the privilege of seeing
		Bro. Hans Jesperson, and Bro. Aaron Hardy;
		two martyrs for conscience. Our inter-
		view was brief. They report the health of
		the brethren in prison as fairly well
		good; though some few are ill.
Feb. 7 	According to previous appointment, 
		I today went to Logan for the 
		purpose of delivering a lecture
		before the Temple Association.
		I took the morning train, which
		became belated before reaching its
		destination, so that I was nearly an
		hour behind time. However, Pres.
		Merrill requested me to proceed.

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Feb. 7 (con). with the address and this I did.
	My subject was "The Theory of Evolu-
	tion". The privilege of speaking
	before such a body of students as
	those of the Temple Association
	and of speaking in such a holy place,
	is deply appreciated.
	I was kindly entertained during
	my stay in Logan at the home of
	Bro. D.M. Todd.
Feb. 8.	Sunday. It had been my intention
	to return home this morning; but,
	at the solicitation of several I 
	remained in Logan. During the 
	morning, I attended the Missionary
	Meeting at the Brigham Young
	College; and had the pleasure of	there speaking the students. In the
	afternoon, I attended the Tabernacle
	sacrament meeting; and by request
	addressed the congregation: Bro D.
	M. Todd also spoke. I was requested 
	to speak again in the evening; and
	the Stake Presidency directed the suspension
	of the regular ward meetings and
	called a general meeting in the 
	Tabernacle. I spoke by request during
	the whole of the time. I am thank-

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	ful for the privilege of meeting with
the Saints in Logan; and thankful
	for the opportunity of addressing
	them. May the Lord bless the words
	spoken that they may be productive
	of good.
	Being desirous of reaching home
	as soon as possible, I took the
	night train, leaving Logan at
	11 p.m.
Feb. 9. 	After travelling all night I reached
	home in safety soon after 5 a.m.
	Found all well. Spent most of day
	in museum.
	Today I received a payment of 
	money from Bro B. W. Driggs; this I 
	immediately paid to Bro. J. W. Eardley,
the contractor and builder of my
	house. This removes my indebted-
	ness to him. The circumstances
	attending the matter have been
	extremely distressing to me. Over
	a year ago Bro. Driggs borrowed
	means of me, promising to re-
	pay the same on demand. When
	the debt for my house became payable,
	I applied for the money; but Bro.
	Driggs was unable to meet the

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Feb. 9. (con) request, owing to his means being
		"tied up" in real estate deals. Thus the
		debt has gone till today. Bro. Eardley
		has been very indulgent and for-
		bearing in the matter; and Bro.
		Driggs has paid him a very liberal
		interest for the time the debt has
		been running. At present, I am
		out of debt for my home; thank
		God for this! True my house is
		not finished and furnished in
		all particulars; but it is a goodly
		home and the Lord has given it. 
		   Of late I have been greatly reduced
		for lack of means; indeed I have
		had to solicit loans to pay my
		fare on lecturing tours; yet I feel
		rich – wife, son, and home! and 
	 	a name in the Church of God.
		May the Lord in mercy keep
		from me all that is inordinate
		in the craving for worldly wealth.
		There is much in this world that
		is better than money.
Feb. 11 	Took part in administering to Sister
		Jensen and Sister Graham, both of
		second ward.
Feb. 13 	Took part in administering to

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	Brother James Hansen, a neighbor. In
	the evening I delivered a lecture on
	"The Force of Cohesion" before the Students
	Society."
Feb. 15 Sunday. Attended Prayer Circle meeting.
	There attended Sacrament Meeting in
Second Ward; and, by appointment of
	the Bishopric I addressed the meeting.
Feb. 16 At request of Bro. Junius F. Wells, I 
	today accompanied him by train
	to Draper; thence by team to the Hot
	Springs. There we gathered samples of
	water for analysis. Secured also some
	specimens of birds. Returned to Draper
	and there took evening train to Salt 
	Lake City. The ride from the Springs
	to Draper was a particularly dis-
	agreeable one as we had to face a 
	storm of sleet, beating so forcibly
	as almost to lacerate the skins of
	our faces. The horses became
	almost unmanageable. However,
	we reached home without serious
	hindrance. A peculiar fall of
	finely divided mud occurred
	 at Salt Lake City this evening.
	Indeed the snow was covered with
	a grayish layer. The material came evident-
	ly from the alkali flats near the city.

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Feb. 22 Sunday. By appointment Elder Morley
	and myself officiated as home mission-
	aries in Sugar House Ward. Wife ac-
	companied me, and after meeting, by
	invitation we took dinner at Bro.
	George Crismon's. On the way home
	we called on Bro. Lorenzo Young.
Feb. 23.	Today was spent as a legal holiday
	in commemoration of the birth of
	Washington. I spent most of the 
	day in the Museum arranging
	spicemens.
Feb. 25. Attended the monthly meeting of the 
	Home Missionary Quorum.
Feb. 28.	Attended a combined meeting of the
	High Priests' Quorum, and the
	general priesthood of the Stake called
for 11 a.m. today. I was unexpectedly
	called by the Stake Presidency to the
	position of  Superintendent of religions
	and theological classes in the Salt Lake
	Stake of Zion. After this meeting another
	was called, comprising the Bishopric
	of the several wards of the stake
	and a few other invited persons. I was
	requested by the Stake President to
	attend. The question of the appointment
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		Stake Conference was discussed. Several
		of the former missionaries were released.
		When my name was proposed, an
		objection to the appointment was raised
		by a kind hearted bishop (Bishop
		Elias Morris) who stated, that to his
		knowledge, I was greatly overworked. It
		was finally decided by Pres. Cannon
		that my name be retained on the
		list, but that I be permitted to make
		appointments for myslef in missionary
		labor in connection with another office
		to which I was called, viz. that of Sup-
		erintendent of religious classes.
			I feel that I have more on my
		hands than I can well attend to; yet,
		if the authorities wish to give me more
		work I cannot well refuse.
March 1.	Sunday. Attended Prayer Circle as usual,
		and also morning afternoon and
		evening sessions of the Stake Conference,
		which began at 10 a.m. Very pointed
		and practical instructions were given
		by many of the authorities; and en-
		couraging reports were made by
		Bishops and other officers of organiza-
		tions within the stake. At the evening
		meeting, by call of the Presidency,

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		I delivered an address on educational
		topics. I ventured to prefer against
		some of the parents of the Latter-day
		Saints a charge of apathy in matters
		pertaining to the education of their
		children; and I called upon the
		people to take early steps toward es-
		tablishing religious classes according
		to the directions of the general author-
		ities. After the meeting I asked Pres.
		Geo. Q. Cannon if I had overstepped
		at all the bounds of propriety.
		He answered that he sanctioned
		all I had said.
March 2.	Attended conference meetings
		morning and afternoon. Today
		the general and stake officers were
		sustained by the people. I was re-
		appointed a Home Missionary in
		the Stake; and was also sustained
		as "Superintendent of classes for
		the religious instruction of the children
		of the Latter-day Saints." In this capacity
		Elder Willard Done was sustained as
		my assistant.
			After meeting, Pres. Geo Q Cannon
		of the First Presidency called 
		upon me at the museum. He

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		expressed great pleasure at the
		appearance of the Museum exhibits;
		and then he proceeded to talk about
		the new position in which I have
		been placed as Stake Supt. of the
		religious classes. He declared it to be
		his belief that I am overworked;
		and he held hopes of an early respite
for me.
March 5.	Today I was much surprised to receive
		from the Secretary of the Royal Micro-
		scopical Society of London, England,
		a communication stating I was elected
		as a Fellow of that society (F.R.M.S.) on
the 18" of February last. I have had
		opportunity of meeting at different
		times several of the Fellows of that august
body; they have seem much of my
		work in microscopy; and have in
		their possession a number of my slides.
		By invitation I sent to some of the Fellows
		mounted specimens of Utah insects etc;
these preparations have found their way
		to England, and in recognition of the
		work as also by the recommendation
		of such of the Fellows as are personally
		acquainted with me, the honor of
		Fellowship had been bestowed upon me.

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		Not desiring to take a hasty step in
		so important a matter, I sought
		counsel of the Presidency of the
		Church as to my action. The counsel
		was that I accept the position at
		once. This means more than would 
		appear at first sight. To be a Fellow
		of the Royal Microscopical Society,
		means that I hold communication
		with others of the Society; that I receive
		and entertain such Fellows as may be
		travelling through Salt Lake City; it may
		mean farther that I visit London and
		attend meetings of the Society. I hardly
		feel that my circumstances and financial
		standing warrant me in assuming
		so much; yet all of these subjects were
		talked over by the authorities, and
		I was told to accept the proffered honor.
		This counsel I shall follow, trusting
		that all will be well. Surely the Lord
		permits honors to fall upon His unworthy
		servant with great rapidity. President
		Angus MCannon of the Stake Presidency
		was present when the letter reached me.
		He immediately sent word to the "Deseret
		News" asking that mention be made of the
		occurrence, and in this evening's

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		issue the following appeared:-

		
		JUST RECOGNITION OF MERIT.

		Dr. James E. Talmage, head of the
		Latter-day Saints' College in this city,
		was notified today by the secretary of
		the Royal Microscopical Society, of
		London, that he was, on the 18th of
		February, 1891, elected a fellow of that
		scientific institution. This is an ex-
		alted honor which has been bestowed
		upon only a limited number of scien-
		tists in the United States.
		Dr. Talmage has met, at different
		times, members of the society as they
		were passing through this city on
		their travels in pursuit of pleasure
		and knowledge. They have examined
		some of his personal microscopical work
		and expressed much satisfaction with
		it. He also complied with a request to
		furnish the institution with specimens
		of Utah insects. These associations
		evidently led to his being admitted to
		fellowship, which involves the ap-
		pending to his name of the letters F. R.
		M. S.
		We hartily congratulate our Dr.
		Talmage upon this new recognition of
		his attainments as a scientist.

[Journal resumes]

March 8.	Sunday:–	Attended Prayer Circle
		and afternoon Sacrament Meeting
		as usual. By call of the authorities
		I addressed the assembly. Of this
		call I received notification yesterday;
		it being reported to me by Bishop 
Clawson, that the renowned African
		explorer, Henry M. Stanley would
		attend the Tabernacle services, and
		the general and Stake authorities
		desired me to speak on the
		occasion. Such previous notification

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		does not lead to special preparation
		on my part; my short experience in
		years has taught me that nothing
		but divine inspiration, to which 
		the holders of the Priesthood are
		entitled would produce proper
		effect in speaking to the saints in
		a worshipping capacity. Things are
		different in a lecture; for such 
		I think full preparation, even to
		detail is encumbent; but in a 
		worship meeting, one should speak
		as he is moved upon by the Holy
		Ghost. His preparation should con-
		sist in the cultivation of the
		spirit of humility and earnest
		thought. The congregation this after-
		noon was unusually large; evident-
		ly it had been noised about that
		the distinguished Mr Stanley would
		attend the services.
March 9.	In the evening wife and I attended
		a lecture by Henry M. Stanley, the re-
		nouned explorer; subject "Experiences
		in Africa."
March 12.  Took part in administering to Bro.
		Jas C. Orr, one of our students, and
		to Sister Main.

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March 14. Attended and presided at a "Teachers'
		Convention" of the Salt Lake District.
		Began labor as Superintendent of
		Religion Classes in the Stake by issuing
		a Circular Letter to the several Bishops,
		calling for information regarding
		the various wards.
March 15. Attended meetings as usual. Addressed
		the Prayer Circle Meeting. In the evening
		Elder Done and I attended meeting
		in the First Ward, and officiated
		as Home Missionaries, speaking in the
		interests of the Religion Classes.
March 16. Had an interview with the Presidency
		of the Church, relative to plans for
		the coming school year. I laid
		before them the necessity of providing
		a more extended teaching force; and
		called attention to the fact that I cannot
		consistently undertake to conduct	
		a Normal Department another year, if
		I am still unrelieved in other departments.
		I asked that a competent instructor
		in Normal training be called to our
		Faculty. The name of Benj. Cluff Jr.
		at present Assistant Principal of
		the Brigham Young Academy of
		Provo was mentioned by the Presidency

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		in this connection. I should welcome
		Bro. Cluff here, if he can be released
		from Provo. I had hoped to be relieved
		of the Principalship of the College
		before the opening of another school
		year (See record of May 1 1890); but I am now
		informed by the brethren that I will
		probably be expected to retain the
		position for another year; by which
		time it is hoped the Central Education-
al Institution of the Church; the Univ-
		ersity of Zion in fact will be organ-
		ized. That institution will largely sup-
		plant the Latter-day Saints' College. I 
		offered to abdicate in favor of Prof.
		Cluff as Principal should he be
		called to the City; but such was
		not considered favorably it being
		deemed advisable to make as few
		radical changes as possible just at
		present.
March 18.  Attended a meeting of the First
		Presidency of the Church with D Maeser,
		General Superintendent of the Church
		Schools, relative to the matter of Prof.
		Cluffs proposed call to Salt Lake City.
		Bro. Maeser recommended that,
		inasmuch as Bro. Cluff had been

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		already selected to fill the position of
		Professor of Pedagogy in the University
		of the Church it would be well to
		have Prof. Cluff in the city as soon
		as possible. To this good reason
		was added that of Bro. Cluff's own
		desire that if it was in contempla-
		tion by the Presidency to call him to
		Salt Lake City at any early day, that
		he be called at once. President
		Woodruff decided to call Bro. Cluff
		at once; the letter was written
		before the meeting adjourned; as also
		was one to Prest. A. O. Smoot of
		Utah Stake, asking that Bro. Cluff
		be released from the Brigham Young
		Academy at the close of the present
		school year.
March 19.  By request of the Bishop of the
		Twelfth Ward, I attended this evening
		a meeting in that ward composed
		of the leading brethren to consider the
		matter of Religious Instruction to the
		young. Preliminary steps were taken,
		and another meeting was appointed for
		an early date.
March 20.  Went south by evening train; spent
		the night at Fathers farm. I learned several

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		days ago that Father was feeling
		greatly distressed in mind as also in
		body; and at this, the first possible
		chance for leaving the City I hastened
		down. He feels sadly troubled over
		the condition of his farm; he having
		no water right to his land, and
		being unable to rent irrigation
		priveleges. I have endeavored to assit
		in these matters in the past; and on
		this occasion, finding him in trouble
		I promised to assume a debt of
		$100, for which Father is responsible;
		and to pay him $25.00 per month as
		long as he needs it and I am able
		to provide the amount. I wish I 
		could do more to assist my parents.
March 21.  Went to Provo; had an interview
		with President A. O. Smoot, whom I
		found feeling bad toward me because
		of the Temple Work done Jan. 16, last
		(See pp. 45; 46 this book.). He believes
		a misrepresentation was made to the
		authorities in the matter, else they
		would not have ordered the work
		done. I explained to him my position
		in the matter, and offered to meet him
		for farther explanation at any time. I

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deeply regret that there should be the
least ill feeling on so sacred a matter, and
I trust that all will be satisfactorily 
settled soon. 
	After leaving Pres. Smoot's office, I 
called on Prof. Cluff, Prof. Maeser, and
Bro. Keeler. I find that a very strong feeling
of opposition to Cluff's removal exists
here.
	By request, Bro. Cluff and I ad-
ministered to Bro. Sessions, and to 
Sister Harrison, both of the Truth
Ward Prom. I stayed at night
at my old home- Bro. Josiah Cluff's.
March 22.  Sunday. Went by morning train
to Bingham Junction; thence 
walked to Sandy where I found Bro.
Willard Done awaiting me, and
together we filled special Home
Missionary appointments on the matter
of Religion classes. After meeting, 
Bro. Coova drovno to Bingham
Junction; there we took train to
Salt Lake City. In the evening Bro. Done
and I filled a previously made
appointment on "Religion Class" business
at the regular evening meeting in the
Eleventh Ward. God sanctify the labor.

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March 23.  Elder Willard Done and I attended
this evening a meeting in the Twelfth
Ward, called by the Bishopric of that ward
to mature plans for the proposed religion
classes.
March 24.  Attended a Meeting of the Stake Board
of Education; also had a conference with
the First Presidency of the Church,
relative to school matters. In all
probability, the curriculum of studies in
the Latter-day Saints' College will be
considerably augmented next year. It is 
now probable that Bro. Benj. Cluff will
remain in Provo another year; the people
there felt so much opposed to his removal, 
that Prest. Woodruff saw fit to rescind the
counsel calling him to Salt Lake City. At
the Board Meeting today I urged the necessity
of other and more commodious quarters
being provided for the college next year;
and I feel that beneficial changes will be
made.
March 28.  Attended Priesthood Meeting of the
Stake, with which the regular session
of the High Priest's Quorum was com-
bined. In the afternoon, according to 
pervious apporintment, Bishop Heber
Bennion of Taylorsville took me by

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	buggy to that Ward. There, in the evening
	I delivered a lecture on "Atheism and
	Idolatry". The meeting was a pleasant
	one; in spite of a very inclement slate
	of the weather, the house was well
	filled, and the audience proved to be
	an appreciative one. At the close of
	the lecture, by request, I made a brief
	explanation of the Religion Class move-
	ment, and set an appointment for
	a special meeting on the subject
	two weeks hence. I was entertained at
	the house of Bishop Heber Bennion.
March 29  Sunday. In the forenoon, Bp. Bennion
	drove with me to Salt Lake City; on
	our arrival we immediately repaned
	to the Tabernacle, and attended the
	ceremonies attending the funeral of
	Counsellor Daniel H. Wells, who died
	six days ago. In his death, the people
	have lost the society of a man of
	God. Brother Wells was a veteran, to
	whose memory it would be difficult
	to pay a surplus of praise. The services
	at the Tabernacle were impressive;
	the stand and organ were elegantly
	draped in white; the casket also was
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	lent great beauty to the house. The service
	turned with well-deserved honor to the
	illustrious dead.
	   In the evening,  Elder Thomas Holt and
	I officiated in the Second Ward as Home
	Missionaries, with the special topic of
	"Religion Classes" as our theme. The spirit
	manifested at the meeting was a good
	one. I pray that the labors may be acceptable
	to the Lord.
	   Administered to my son Sterling who
	seemed slightly ill this night.
April 2.	This being the first Thursday of the month,
	was, of course observed generally among the
	people as a fast day. As is customary with
	us at the College, we held services appro-
	priate to the day in place of the regular
	Theological exercises. Today, apostles J. H.
	Smith, and Anton H. Lund met with us,
	and gave high encouragement and valued
	instruction to the students. These fast meetings
	are among the most glorious assemblages
	that I attend; the spirit of peace is in-
	describable. I am thankful for the privilege
	of mingling in such.
April 4. Saturday. Today the General Conference of
	the church began session I attended meetings 
	morning and afternoon. The time was

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occupied solely by the general authorities
Presidency, Apostles, and First Presidents of
Seventies. The instructions were of the
most practical kind; admonitions to greater
diligence in all matters pertaining to duty
being many and strung. In the evening
I attended the General Priesthood
Meeting; at which the same spirit of
earnest, administion and counsel
prevailed.
April 5.	Sunday. Conference continued. I at-
tended morning services, but owing
to misdrepintion, - caused I think by the
poor ventilation of the building, I was
compelled to leave the afternoon meeting
very soon after its opening. I was
likewise unable to attend the Sunday
School Conferense in evening.
April 6.	Attended meeting. Conference
adjourned today. The session has been
a most impressive one.
April 7. Attended a meeting of the Board
of Examiners; which was held at 
my office. Bro. J. M. Tanner tendered
his resignation as a member of the
Board, owing to his intentions
of going east to remain a term 
of years.

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April 8. Today there occurred an impressive
	incident at the College. For some
	time past, great annoyance has been
	experienced from repeated stealing
	of small articles and money. I have
	felt on several occasions to make the
	matter a subject of earnest prayer; asking
	that the guilty party might be discovered
	for the general good. After consultation
	with one of the First Presidency of the 
	Church, and with the authorities of the
	Board of Education, I resolved to set
	a trap. The plan was laid this morning.
	I took coins, marked them in the preserves
	of certain of the other teachers; then dipped
	them in a chemical solution which
	would leave a stain on the skin if light
	fell upon the skin after contact with
the money; the coins were then placed
	in a purse, and the purse was put
	in the pocket of a lady's jacket, hanging
in the ladies' dressing room. After a
	time, the money was missed. I caused
	the lady students to be called together,
	and asked all to consent to a search. The
	young ladies decided by a prompt vote
	to submit to any proper test. The teacher
	examined the money of all; the marked coins

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were not found; but one piece bore a slight,
very slight stain of Silver Nitrate, and
I judged it to have been in contact with
the coins in question. There followed a 
careful examination of the hands of each
girl; one of them showed faint chemical
stains. This young lady fell under
immediate suspicion; I questioned 
her privately, but she stoutly protected
her innocense; however a search revealed
the missing money in a place at which
she had been seen immediately before
the investigation. However, she still
declared herself innocent; I led her
into the sunlight, in the presence of 
the teachers, and caused her to stretch
forth her [illegible] hands; the dark stains
of the chemical substance in
which the coins had been immersed 
soon developed, declaring at once her
theft, and her falsehood. I sent
at once for the girl's father; he soon
came; and the girl herself confessed
the deed; she acknowledged also
other acts of the same nature. Her
father, a very estimable man, was
awe-struck; he at once paid to the
losers all money that his daughter

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		confessed having taken. Prompt action
		seemed to be called for; so I publicly
		announced the girl's expulsion, and
		endeavored to make the lesson im-
		pressive on the others. Later, I reported
		the action to the Board of Directors, and
		received their sanction.
		I acknowlege the Hand of God,
		in answer to prayer on the occasion;
		the means of planning the detection of
		the erring one was to me an inspiration,
		I had never before heard of the method:
		it was successful: may the result be
		to the good of the girl as to that of 
		all witnesses.
April 9. 	Attended a meeting of the Stake Board
		of Education, and had interviews with the
		Presidency of the Church in regard to 
		the position of the College for the ensuing
		year. I made an urgent request that
		more commodious quarters be pro-
		cured for the institution, and that an
		appropriation be made for procuring
		additional apparatus. On each of these
		points a favorable reply was given.
April 10. Attended and presided at the monthly
		meeting of the Church School Convention
		for the Salt Lake District. By appointment

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		I conducted a class in "Mind Studies."
		This evening, on reaching home, I was
		made the subject of a great surprise;
		the entire Normal class, 24 students in all
		- were awaiting me, and bade me joyous
		welcome as I entered the dining room. All
		sat down with me to supper; after which
		pleasant recreations and entertaining diver-
		sions occupied the time till near
		midnight. The students presented me
		with a large photograph of the class,
		which will be treasured among my
		things of value. Such a demonstration
		of good feeling was to me very
		affecting; thank God for the confidence
		and good feeling of such young people.
		Oh! that I may become more worthy
		of their good feelings.
April 12. Sunday. An appointment was made
		for me to visit Taylorsville today, in
		the capacity of a special missionary
		on the Religion Class matter; but, by
		advice of the Stake Presidency, Bro. Done,
		and Bro. Walton were sent in my stead;
		it being deemed advisable that I remain
		in Salt Lake City to accompany certain
		scientific men to the Tabernacle. I did so.
		Prominent among the scientific visitors

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April 12 (con). was the famed minerialogist, Dr Foote of
		Philadelphia. He seemed much interested 
		in the services. In the evening Elder John 
		J. Walton and I officiated as Home Mission-
		aries in the Fourth Ward. A very good 
		meeting was held. 
April 14. 	Captain Willard Young and I went to Provo
		by early train and there met with Dr Maeser,
		and Prof. Cluff in the capacity of a Board of
		Examiners. Bro. Young and myself returned 
		to Salt Lake by evening train.
April 16.	A meeting of the Board of Directors of 
		the Salt Lake Literacy and Scientific
		Association was held at the Gardo House,
		at which I was present by visitation. 
		A subject of great & special interest to 
		me was brought up. I having been 
		installed as Creator of the Deseret
		Museum, and feeling that I could not 
		successfully build up two collections,
		transferred the whole of my cabinets,
		minerological, geological, etc. to 
		the Museum with the sanction of the
		Museum Committee. The Board today 
		recognised the transfer, and voted 
		that I be paid twenty-five hundred 
		dollars ($2500.00) for the collections; also 
		that five hundred dollars ($500.00)

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		be paid me for services up to date,
		rendered as Curator. This is to me 
		a very gratifying act; I had not 
		looked for such liberality; but 
		accept it thankfully. My time and 
		attention have been devoted to the 
		Museum without any definite 
		arrangements as to pay; and
		the cabinet was transferred in good 
		faith, because there it could be 
		made of greater use. The payment
		of the amounts named is to be 
		made at intervals; I am not to 
		expect the means at once.
April 18. In the evening, by invitation, wife
		and I attended a meeting of the
		Club known as the "Theodorika". It is 
		an association of young people,
		formed for the purpose of gaining 
		knowledge on the principles of the
		Gospel. This particular session was 
		held at the residence of Mrs. W.B. 
		Dougall; it was a very pleasant affair. 
		I delivered an address on the subject 
		of the "Supposed atheistical tendency
		of modern science." After the formal
		exercises closed, social enjoyments
		were particpated in until near midnight.

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April 19. 	Sunday. Elder Walton and I went to
		Draper and there officiated as Home
		Missionaries, on special Religion Class
		business. Returned same evening, after
		a very pleasant and successful meeting. 
April 26 Sunday. Attended Prayer Circle during
		morning, and, by appointment officiated 
		at the altar. Attended afternoon sacrament
		meeting as usual. In the af evening, Elder 
		Walton and I officiated as Home Mission-
		aries on special subject of religion classes 
		at the Seventh Ward.
April 29. After the close of College exercises,
		Bro. Nelson and I drove to Salt
		Lake at the Salt Works. There we
		collected speciments, notably the
		Artemia Fertilis or Brine Shrimp,
		some of which I desire to mount
		for microscopial study. 
May 1	By petition of the students, this 
		day – May day was observed as
		a holiday. A number of students 
		from the Scientific Classes together
		with myself made an excersion 
		to the West Mountains. Wife accom-
		panied us. We were engaged
		the whole day. The day was a 
		very successful one.

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May 3. 	Sunday. By appointment, Elder Holt
		and I went to Sugar House Ward
		to officiate as Home Missionaries
		but, on arriving there we found
		that a change had been made in 
		the hour of meeting, so we returned.
		In the evening wife and I attended 
		meeting in our own – the Second–
		Ward. By call of the Bishop
		addressed the meeting. 
May 5. 	Today I had an interview with Presidents
		Woodruff and Cannon, of the First
		Presidency of the Church, relative to a
		matter about which I have already had
		a conversation with the other member
		of this High Quorum, Pres Joseph F.
		Smith. On March 5 last (See p. 61), when
		I accepted the distinction of F. R. M. S., I
		was told by the authorities that it would 
		be well to honor the position in every
		proper way. The meetings of the Royal
		Microscopial Society are held monthly,
		the last of the season taking place in 
		June. This last meeting the Presidency
		counsel me to attend this year; it is to 
		be held in London, June 17: and I will
		of necessity have to leave home before
		the close of the present month. The

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cost of such an undertaking  is to me a 
		very important item: I told the 
		Presidency in answer to a question
		from them that I am willing to meet 
		all the expenses if they direct em so to do;
		but the Brethren voted to appropriate
		$350.00 as an aid to me in the
		matter; I to bear all additional costs. 
		For this most liberal act I am deeply
		grateful; the "out" will be, I trust, beneficial
		to my health: the experience will be 
		a valuable acquisition in my labors
		and the opportunity of visiting the 
		home of my childhood, and gaining
		genealogical information etc, is more
		than a temporal and temporary bles-
		ssing. Surely the Lord through His 
		Servants is good to me.
May 6.	Attended a meeting of the General Board
		of Examiners of Church Schools.
May 7.	This was the day for the monthly Fast
		Meeting; a more than ordinarily in-
		teresting time was enjoyed at the
		College: nearly 30 of the students rose
		up voluntarily and testified of the power
		of the Spirit of God. Bro.  Maeser called
while the meeting was in progress; he
		was deeply impressed by the prevailing influence.

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May 8. 	At the evening, I delivered a lecture
before the Students' Society of the College
on "The Theory of Evolution."
May 9	Attended a meeting of the General Board
of Examiners of Church Schools. At this
session the examination of Elder Willard Dove 
a candidate for academic graduation was com-
pleted. He has passed his examinations with 
distinction, and will receive the degree of
Bachelor of Didactic (D.B.) the first to 
receive such by examination under the 
Church School system.
May. 10.	Sunday. Attended Prayer Circle, and, by ap-
pointment, officiated in consecrating the 
oil. In the evening Elder Walton and
I officiated as Home Missionaries in the
Tenth Ward. The meeting was a very 
enjoyable one.
May 9.	(Addition). On this day the President of the 
United States, Benjamin Harrison, visited
Salt Lake City in the course of his trans-
continental tour. The city did him great
honor; he was received with ceremony; a
committee of citizens met him at the
border line of the Territory; the city was
gaily bedecked; a grand procession was
held and speech making indulged in.
President Harrison and party were taken in charge

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by prominent anti-mormons who guarded
the party jealously, and manipulated them
lest the full and true condition of the
people here should be brought to their
notice. Pres. Harrison went far out of his
way to announce his determination of
dealing severely with certain classes of
this community.
May 10. Sunday. By appointment, Elder John J. Walton
and I officiated as Home Missionaries <Repetition>
in the Tenth Ward
May 17. Sunday. Went to Provo Bench (Lake View) by
early train: was then met by Father.
Remained with the folks on the farm
during the day; obtaining items of
information to aid in searching for geneal-
ogical records on my proposed Eastern tour.
In the evening went to Provo, and by previous
appointment officiated as lecturer
before the Y. M. M. I. A. Conference of
the Stake. My subject was "David, King
of Israel." Stayed with my old friends,
Bro. and Sis. Cluff.
May 18. Returned to Provo Salt Lake City by early train.
May 19. Applied for a Life Insurance Policy in
the Equitable Assurance Co. of New York,
for $5000 payable to Wife and son in
case of my demise. Not being well

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provided with means, I have taken this step
after mature reflection and seeking for
counsel. I feel now that provision has
been made for the family in case of my
being called home, so that wife may not
want, and son may not be deprived
of an education.
May 21. Commencement Exercises of the College were
held today. A pleasing program had
been prepared, and was pleasingly
rendered. Sixteen students graduated in
the Primary Grade, or Junior Course
of Normal Training. Seven received
certificates in special branches. President
Wilford Woodruff and Prest. George Q.
Cannon were present. Many of the
addresses by students were of excellent
merit; and the kind feeling expressed
through all toward the teachers was
very marked. By direction of the
general Board of Education, this
day was made the occasion for the
bestowal of the first degree in the
regular course in the Church School
Service. Brother Willard Done, one of
my fellow laborers in the College,
has passed all the examinations in the 
Academic Course in language, and

[The following is written sideways in top left corner]
The Policy Certificate
afterward received
was numbered 533728.

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		recommended by the Examiners as worthy
		to receive the Diploma. Presidents Woodruff
		and Cannon of the General Board of
		Education appointed me to perform
		the ceremony of bestowal; and I had
		the pleasure of conferring upon my
		highly esteemed fellow teacher, Bro. Done, 
		the degree and title of Bachelor of
		Didactics (D.B.) and of appointing him
		a Professor of Language unto the
		schools of the Church.
		This day also, I took part with Apostle 
		Jn Henry Smith, and Elders Willard
		Young, Willard Done and Jos. Nelson
		in administering to Sister Lucy Cobb Ivins,
		daughter of Sister Camilla Cobb the lady
		Superintendent at our College. The young
		Sister is suffering from derangements
		incident to Child-birth. The fact
		seemed clear to me as I officiated at
		the administration that she was to
		be called home. After a short interval
		she died.
		Later in the day, Sister Camilla Cobb
		the mother of the diceased called at
		my office, and by request Elder Done
		and myself administered to her bestowing
		upon her a blessing.

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May 22.	Very busy in preparations for my in-
	tended departure.  A social reunion
	of students and teachers was held
	today at the College Hall; a repast
	was provided and an entertaining 
	program was carried through.  In the 
	evening a dancing party was held in
	the Eighteenth Ward Hall.  I visited the 
	ballroom for a very short time, and
	by request delivered a short address
		This day also, I was set apart for 
	my journey under the hands of 
	Apostle Abraham H. Cannon, and Elder
John Jaques. A great blessing was 
	bestowed upon me:– That I should 
	be blessed and prospered on my 
	journey; that success and profit
should follow my associations with 
	learned men whom it would be my
	lot to meet; that I should be the means
	of allaying prejudice toward this people;
	that I should find aid in securing
	genealogical records of departed 
	relatives and friends; that I should
	protected and preserved, even though
	I be called to encounter sickness, pestilence
and trouble; and that I should return
home safely.   I received also a

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		Missionaries Certificate, learning the sig-
		natures of the First Presidency of the
		Church, authorizing me to preach 
		the gospel of Salvation and administer
		in all the ordinances thereof throughout 
		my travels. 
May 23 	Very busy preparing for departure,
		I have been desirous of taking with
		me specimens of the Brine Shrimp
		"Artemia fertilis" from the Great Salt Lake.
		Bro Nelson, one of my fellow teachers kindly
		went to the Lake today to catch some of
		the tiny crestaceans. He returned however
		without specimens, the recent rains
		having apparently driven the shrimps
		unto deep water. I have to content myself
		with taking specimens which have been
		out of the lake now a couple of weeks.
		The chances of getting them to England 
		above are very slim.
			So this is my last night at home!
		The thought of leaving home; saying
		adieu to wife and son are hard.
May 24.	Sunday. Left home in morning. My darling 
		boy clung to my neck and begged "Don't 
		go Papa, don't go"; and Wife wept and
		bade me God speed! Oh, should I not 
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		a wife and such a son! Surely my God
		is very good to me. If left to my own
		feelings I would be almost deterred from
		leaving home; and this too in spite of
		my love of travel and exploration; ah:
		my married life has already changed
		many of my former ruling passions;
		love of home and family is very strong
		within me now. I always loved home: but
		in reality, from the time of my leaving
		home to go East in 1882 I had no home
		until I married.
			I started from Salt Lake City on the
		Rio Grande Railway at 9.50. a. m. At Provo
		I was met by Bro. Wm Patten, Sister Sadie's
		husband, who brought word from the folks
		on the farm that all is well. He brought
		me also three living horned lizards, ("horned
		toads" as they are usually called).
		Travelled all day with but little of special
		interest occuring; except the wonder
		of modern travel which is no longer
		a surprise. Seated on cushions of velvet,
		or reclining, at night, on comfortable 
		beds, we are swept along a mile a
		minute, with ease and comfort.
May 25. 	On awakening in the morning, we
		found ourselves among the clouds; cold it

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		was too; snow on the ground and more
		still falling. Found good use for the thick
		clothing and the heavy overcoat, which
		thoughtful Merry May insisted on packing
		within easy reach for me. Our road
		lies through a very picturesque region. Early
		in the day we reached Tennessee Pass; the
		highest point on this part of the road,
		which according to the guide books is
		10418 feet above sea level. We stopped, a
		few minutes only at Leadville: I would enjoy
		an opportunity of visiting the place, because
		of its mining and metallurgical importance.
The "Royal Gorge" well deserves its name:
		it is a mighty chasm: forming the
		theatre of tremendous forces. During the morning
		I talked with two of the passengers, specifically,
		and had opportunity of bearing testimony
		to them of the truth of the gospel. HTey
		were Mr. G. W. Barnett; of 159 South Water
St. Chicago; and Mr E. Shorrock of Liverpool
		England. They were both much interested in
		the Mormon question, and asked many well-
		meaning questions. Mr Barnett seemed to be
		a man of great experience, and to be generally
		very well informed, yet he was surprised to
		learn that the Latter-day Saints were classed as
		Christians. He did not know that we believed at

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		all in the Bible. The gentleman was very
		fair and kind in his remarks. He kindly
		drew out for me a suggestive [---] of travel
		for the continent of Europe, he having made
		the tour.
			At 1.30. p.m. we reached Pueblo, Colorado;
		here I disembarked; and found myself under
		necessity of waiting until 9.35 at night
		for the next train. I travelled about the town:
		and visited many places that promised
		interest. The smelting and refining works,
		of which class of establishments there are
		several here were all of interest. Spent several
		hours in the public Library. Visited also the
		large building, not yet completed, known as the
		"Mineral Palace", it is to be used for a display
		of native minerals; and promises to be a 
		gorgeous thing.
			Pueblo shows evidences of rapid growth;
		just now however, the train is very muddy
		and dirty. Left as 9.35 p. m. on the
		Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe road for
		Chicago.
May 26.	Awoke on the plains of Kansas; large,
		rolling and beautiful How great a
		contrast with the awe-inspiring scenery
		of yesterday morning. In the evening we
		reached Kansas City; stayed here long enough

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		to get a good meal at the elegant depot
		dining rooms.
May. 27.	Reached Chicago early during day. Having
		a couple of hours to spare here, I visited
		several museums and other places of similar
		interest; all, however on a small scale.
		At one such institution I was surprised
		to find several hideous characters in wax,
		bearing labels of "Brigham Young and
		his twenty wives"; also of Jno D. Lee and other
		so called Mormon celebrities. The figures are
		appropriately placed in a special room
		designated as the "Chamber of Horrors,"
		Left Chicago at 1.30 via the Erie Road for
		New York. In the afternoon I enjoyed a con-
		versation with Mr J. D. Edwards of
		Rochester, Indiana. He seemed earnest in
		enquiring about the Latter-day Saints. As with
		others whom I have met on the journey, I 
		promised to send him publications of
		the church on my return home.
		Dined tonight on the car. A special dining
		car is run; and it is splendidly fitted.
		The charges for meals served on the train are
		high: yet such is not to be wondered at;
		and the meals are certainly good. I enjoyed
		my dinner very much: aside from the actual
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reflection in the possibility of eating under
show such circumstances. While eating
we were travelling at the rate of 55 miles
an hour. Think of it! a hotel on wheels:
a dinner 50 miles long!!
May 28. Continued travelling. On this part of the
journey I have no sleeper berth; and
this is the part of the road where such
accommodations would be the most
appreciated. The Erie road is well fitted
but, as I experienced on the trip east, two
years ago, the accommodations are not
equal to those of other roads: at least in
the class of ordinary travel; and the officials
of the road are far from being obliging.
Arrived at New York at night. Stayed at
the Cosmopolitan Hotel, to which I was
directed by friends at home; it is situated
at Corner of Chambers St. and West Broadway.

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by rail, according to the official tables:—
	Salt Lake City to Pueblo Col:—	631 miles
	Pueblo to Chicago				1092
	Chicago to New York			989
	Salt Lake City to New York		2712 miles

May 29. Rose late: was very tired yesterday. Spent
greater part of day writing letters etc; the
weather being very wet and disagreeable
I was not able to get about town much.
Arranged Steamship ticket at the Company's
offices: received Passport from Washington:
In evening attended Palmer's Theatre and
witnessed the comic opera "Tar and Tartar,"
May 30. Rose early: went aboard vessel, the good

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steamship "Alaska" of the Guion Line
of ships: commanded by Capt. Murray.
Hon. Jno. W. Young; his wife Mrs Luella
Young, Miss Marine Price, and Bro. C. S.
Burton <all of Salt Lake City> came aboard to bid us a good
voyage. Their visit was a very pleasing
occurrence. Elders Fred, and Sid Clawson
of Salt Lake City are aboard, on their way
to Europe to fill missionary appointments.
I am thankful for their companionship.
We sailed from New York at 10.30. a. m: all
prospects favorable. Day passed pleasantly
without any serious symptoms of sickness.
Bro. Fred Clawson became very sick before
night. I enjoyed my meals very much.
May 31 Sunday. Not feeling so well this morning; meal-
time was not at all welcome. At 10.30 a
short church service was held in the Salon
after the ritual of the English Episcopal Church. The
service was read by the Purser; there was no
sermon, and scarcely any singing; and after
the reading came only the collection. At noon
the log was posted showing us to be in 40º59" N.
Lat. and 66º.12' Long. W. By noon today, the close
of the first day's travel we have covered 354 miles.
The Alaska is a magnificent boat: nothing has been
spared in providing for the comfort of passengers.
The Main saloon is elegantly fitted; the table is

[The following is written sideways in left margin]
Have thrown away bottle after bottle of the
Salt Lake Water containing the Arte[-]sia fertilis
(See May 23: p.88 this book) as the creatures died.
At the time of setting sail but one solitary
specimin remains alive.

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supplied with the best of food; and in 
variety equal to that offered at the finest
hotels. Yet to me the fare is not tempting,
it is not easy to obtain plain substantials
everything is of fancy preparation; many
of the dishes are decidedly English. Wild
duck and venison served up today
were of "high" flavor; indeed so high as
to be decidedly sickening to me. Feeling
very much disturbed in stomach, I 
indulged today in a glass of Bass' Ale,
the first I have drunk since I was on
the ocean before, fifteen years ago. It
had a quieting effect upon me. This
evening I enjoyed the pleasure of 
writing a long letter to Darling Wife;
though I know not what time must
elapse before I find opportunity of
starting the missive on its way.
Many times since leaving home I have
regretted that May was not with me;
yet I felt before starting that it would
be better for her not to come. I am now 
all the more assured that things are 
best as they are. I know she would
have suffered greatly from sickness, 
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I see some on board, women especially,
who appear to be seriously ill.
June 1. Sea rough: vessel pitching badly; waves
washing over deck, and wind fierce. I
enjoy the tumult of the elements as I
enjoy other instances of the grand in
Nature. Early in the day I wrote an
acknowledgement to Sister Aretta Young
for a most affecting tribute received
from her on the eve of my leaving
home. It was a Manuscript Book of Poems
entitled "Fallen Leaves and Faded Flowers,"
dedicated to myself. Aretta is one of the
Lord's choice spirits; she has received for
reasons known to the Almighty an afflicted
body; yet her mind is strong and her spirit
pure. Years ago when she and I first met,
she as a pupil in the B. Y. Academy Provo,
I as her teacher, she confesses to have felt
a strange repugance toward me; which
finally gave place to a feeling of an
opposite nature. It became possible for 
me to afford her some little assistance
while she was at school; and these little 
acts she has magnified, till she considers
herself indebted to me; whereas I have done
nothing worthy of more than passing
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placed me under obligations because
of the encouraging examples she has
afforded me through her patience in
suffering. Earnestly I can invoke
Heavens choice blessings over my Sister.
	This evening I was very, very sick.
The Brothers Clawson are in the same
condition. They are eager to reach land.
June 2. A very rough day: wind: fog: and
rain. Sick again: and very sick at that.
Dared not venture into the dining
saloon: but contented myself with a "bite"
on deck: said "bite" serving afterwards
as food for the fishes.
June 3 At noon today, according to the ship's
log we were in N. Lat 45º.48" and in
W Long: 41º 29' having covered in the
last 24 hours 376 miles.
	Today we had clearer weather: some
little sunshine in fact, the first we
have experienced since leaving
port. And today I am worse in body
than I have been at all. At breakfast,
I contented myself with taking a copy
of the Bill of Fare as a sample of the
ship provision for passengers. I was
unable to eat. Spent most of time
on deck. The Bros. Clawson and I

[The following is written sideways in bottom left corner]
Bro. Sid Clawson came to inform me
that a whale was seen today very near
the ship. I greatly regret not having been
able to witness the sight: I was in bed most
of day.

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		met and conversed with a gentleman
		whose card reads "Rev. Willard T. Perrin
		N. E. Conference, M. E. Church." At present
		he is travelling, but for some time past
		has been stationed in Massachusetts.
		He asked many questions regarding the
		gospel; but seemed well satisfied with
		things as they are. Enough has been
		revealed; enough has been taught to save
		all men; such is his doctrine. He promised
		to write to me as soon as his address is
		fixed, so that I can send him some
		of our Church works.
June 4.	Still worse in body. This I write as I lie
		propped up with pillows in the 3 x 6 box
		called a ship's berth or bunk. Unable to
		sit up for any considerable length of 
		time; so I was compelled to remain
		below deck most of the time. Endeavored		to eat a little, but the stomach entirely
		refused to received food; for 72 hours now
		past, I have been unable to keep even
		water on the stomach. The Brothers Clawson
		have been very kind to me; one of them
		has been very ill but is recovering now;		and each of them shows great attention
		in my illness.
June 5.	Still sick. Barely able to go on deck at all.

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Aside from the distressing nausea of sea-
sickness proper, I experience a severe pain
in the stomach; and my good friend and
brother Dr Clawson fears gastric fever may
set in. Last night under his advice I took
a very little Claret Wine; but it was very
soon rejected by vomitting. Today I took
a small quantity of good Champagne with
a cracker; and this was the first to
remain in the stomach for 4 days past.
The Elders Clawson administered to me by
my request. They came often, to see me, and
the Doctor brought his guitar and mandolin
and played for my entertainment. Remained
in bed the greater part of the day. Bro. Sid
Clawson brought me word that the Captain
thinks we will sight land tomorrow; this
is good news to me; for the entire voyage
has been a season of suffering to me.
As I reflect upon my own condition, I cannot 
greatly wonder at my illness, for the change
in surroundings has been so radical and 
so sudden. My present state is a change
from a sedentary to a roving life; from a
life of mental labor to one of almost entire
inactivity; from the great altitude of Utah to the
sea level; from the pure mountain air to
the fogs & mists of the ocean. Yet I am

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	thankful that all is as well as it is; and
	I am thankful that Dear Wife is not
	called on to endure this condition; she has
	ample suffering beside. I make this day's
	entry as I lie in bunk.
June 6. 	Feeling much better this morning. Rose
	early; that is comparatively so, being on deck
	at 8.30, and for several days past having been 
	in bunk until much later. The improvement
	in my condition today is magical; and I
	attribute it to the blessing of the Lord as
	bestowed through the administration of the Elders
	yesterday; for then my symptoms were very
	serious and distressing. Ate moderately about
	10 a.m; and again at 1.30; and was ready
	for another meal at 6. Stayed on deck most
	of the day. At 3.30 this afternoon the
	celebrated Cragg family of acrobats, who
	are among the passengers, gave a highly 
	entertaining acrobatic performance; a col-
	lection being taken up to be used it was 
	announced "in aid of English and
	American Charities." Late in the afternoon
	we passed a school of whales, 9 of the
	monsters being counted about the ship.
	Several could be seen in different directions
	spouting simultaneously. I obtained some
	excellent views of the creatures, by the aid

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	of a field glass. Late in the evening,
	commencing at 8 p.m. a Vocal and In-
	strumental Concert was given in the
	Saloon of the Vessel. D Fred Clawson by
	request rendered mandolin selections, which were
	received with very great favor. The Concert perform
	ance was creditable throughout. Collections were made for Charity
			Here I must give space to a very
	important item of our journey, which ma[---]
	with propriety have been mentioned several
	days ago, but which I have intentionally post-
	poned mentioning until this time. When we
	were about to sail from New York on Saturday 
	last, Elder Jno. W. Young of Salt Lake City and
	Elder Martineau of Logan Utah came aboard
	and stated that a Swedish family named Peterson,
	and a German girl, Fraulein Hazelmann were
	to sail with us, being returned to England
	by order of the Custom Officers of New York, be-
	cause, it is alleged they say they believe
	in polygamy, though they do not expect
	or intend to practice it. This is a subject
	of very serious reflection; that one's belief and
	opinion shall be made a criterion of
	eligibility for residence on American
	soil; and yet America has been called
	the Asylum of the nations; the land
	of liberty, and the home of the free.

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June 6(con) The Elders Clawson and myself have visited 
		the family and sister referred to, in the
		Steerage quarters several times on the
		voyage; they reported themselves, as best
		we could understand them as all well,
		though we could see that they were not 
		very comfortable. Our visits there have not
		been taken in good part by the Steerage
		officials, who seem in no way willing
		that the condition of that quarter of the 
		vessel should be investigated by Cabin
		passengers. We have worked together in
		taking fruit, and food, which we have
		ordered from the Cabin stewards, osten-
		sibly for ourselves, to these Steerage friends. 
		For a few days now past I have been
		so sick as to be unable to visit them;
		but the Clawson Brothers have been de-
		voted to the good people. The Peterson
		children have been ill, – threatened with
		whooping-cough. They seem very much 
		pleased with any little delicaces we take 
		them.
			Brother Clawson and I have conspired
		to get all the good things we can for
		our friends. We cannot purchase provisions
		on board; but as Cabin passengers we are 
		entitled to any reasonable supplies, and by

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		"tipping" the stewards and waiters we have
		been able to secure liberal allowances;
		and we have "tipped" liberally in the
		interest of our friends. There have been
		some humorous phases in our method
		of procedure too. My Berth was No. 80;
		the Bros. Clawson occupy Nos. 341 and 342.
		All the attendants on my side of the
		vessel know that No. 80 has been very
		sick; indeed they have much concerned
		in my case, and have repeatedly
		urged that I consent to their sum-
		moning the ship's doctor. But the
		wonder seemed to grow that a man 
		could be as sick as No. 80 certainly
		was, and yet be able to eat as No. 80
		seemed to be able to do, at least judging
		from the orders for supplies which No. 80
		sent in. When I have been unable to
		walk around, everything ordered has
		been sent to my state room; and by
		good fortune, the other berth (79) in the
		same room is unoccupied; if that 
		were filled by a stranger I would probably 
		experience trouble in pilfering food
		for hungry people. All the time No. 80
		has been unable to eat at all; indeed
		the sight and even the thought of food <has been>

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June 6. (con.) nauseating to him. When able to travel
		around the ship however, the good Bros.
		Clawson and I have proceeded somewhat
		after this fashion. First it should be
		remembered that their rooms and mine are
		on opposite sides of the vessel; consequently
		we are attended by different waiters, and are
		in the care of different stewards. Early
		in the morning I would go to No. 341-2:
		there one of the Clawsons would ring for their
		attendant, of whom they would order a
		supply of sandwiches, pickles, and fruit:
		and by slipping a sixpence or a shilling
		into the good servant's hand they would
		secure a liberal lot. As the attendant was
		leaving, I, a visitor in that part, would ask
		him to bring me a bite too, so that we
		all might eat together. When this was
		secured and carefully wrapped up, I would
		go back to my own berth, and after a
		very short interval would receive a
		highly appreciated visit from my two
		good friends who live at No. 341-2. Then
		I ring for my waiter; tell him I feel a
		little better; give him a good "tip" and
		ask him to bring us something good
		to eat, – enough for 3 so that we could
		all eat together. This secured and stowed

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	away in our pockets, we go on deck; look as
	sick as possible, and ask the deck steward
	to bring us two or three soft boiled eggs
	apiece; some cold meat, some cold chicken, a
	few slices of bread and butter; a plate of
	sandwiches, a dish of crackers and cakes,
	some oranges and apples, and perhaps
	a few other things by way of variety. If
	the good steward looked at all surprised
	at such an order from sick men, who
	were compelled to eat a bite on deck
	because they were unable to go below,
	a shilling slipped into his hand set all
	such matters at rest. When supplied,
	we became at once sensitive to the
	draught and the breeze so we sought out
	a quiet nook on the leeward side of 
	a deck-boat, and then we added the good
	things to our pocket stores, – perhaps eating
	a trifle as a matter of show. Then we
	go down to the dining saloon, and if able
	we eat for ourselves; at all events we
	fancy we could nibble at little on deck,
	so we get the table waiters to pass
	us such things as can be easily carried;
	and these we take with us above. Now, with
	our loads we go down the Steerage passage,
	and then; oh! the glad smiles that greet us

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June 6 (con.) from those for whom are practice this half-
		deception. It is worth any effort, to see those
		children enjoy the bits. The steerage passen-
		gers are supplied with food in abundance, 
		but it is not of a tempting kind; and
		not likely to arouse appetite in sickness.
June 7.	Sunday. Early this morning (3 o'clock) we
		touched at Queenstown Ireland. Here we
		mailed letters home. Oh! that we could receive
		word also; I yearn to get a line from home.
		The Captain thinks we will land in
		Liverpool this afternoon. Am feeling well 
		today: able to eat moderately at the table. And
		still we have to ply the same methods to
		get provisions for the Steerage. So, although
		in good condition, and much preferring the
		deck to the lower parts, I laid down; and
		the brethren came to my room, and soothed
		me with guitar music. The waiter was
		summoned; he came with much apparent
		concern to enquire about me and my wants;
		I order all I think I can get; and at once
		become greatly revived.
		It is authoritatively announced as the
		Captain's opinion that we would land today;
		and consequently a slight change was made
		in the order of meals, dinner being served
		at 2' o'clock. The everyday order has been

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[A Map of the Atlantic Ocean with the following notes]
S. S. Alaska,
Bound East. 78" Voyage.
[Column 1]
Foggy
N. 85. E 354.
[Column 2]
May 31st. Breeze: cloudy: rain
N 80. E 379.
[Column 3]
June 1st. Fresh Breeze: Rain Fog.
N [-] 384.
[Column 4]
2nd. Strong E wind; fair
N 63: E 376.
[Column 5]
3rd. N. Breeze: Cloudy.
N 67 ½. E 384.
[Column 6]
4th. Fresh and cloudy.
N 72. E. 367.
[Column 7]
5th. Breezes fine to cloudy
N 79. E 378.
[Column 8]
6th.
E 171 to Fastout.
[Column 9]
7th.

[Resume original text layout]
		1891.		Latitude		Longitude
					North.		West.
May.	Sunday 31	40 59		66 12
June		Monday 1.	42 05		57 54
		Tuesday 2.	42 58		49 19
		Wednesday 3.	45 48		41 29
		Thursday 4.	48 15		32 50
		Friday 5.		50 10		23 58
		Saturday 6.	51 20		14 09
		Sunday 7.

Left Sandy Hook at 0[-]m. May 30, 1891.
Arrived off Roches Point[-] 2.19 a.m. June 7.
Actual time of passag[-] 7 dys. 9 hrs. 20 min.
Total distance run [-]said time 2853 mls.
 
Capt. Geo. S. Murray
		Commander.

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Explanatory:–  The small red crosses x x x mark the places
of the feasts tendered to the fishes at my expense.
										J.E.T.

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		this:–  At 7:30 to 8 a.m. Coffee and crackers,
		brought to the rooms of all who order such.
		8.30,     Breakfast:– a full meal.
		1 p.m.  Lunch.
		6 p.m.  Dinner; the chief meal: truly an
			    elaborate spread.
		9 p.m.  Supper.
			Of these meals I have never found
		use for more than two,- breakfast, and
		dinner. The late supper is I think a 
		pernicious meal: - not because of the
		thread bare belief that anything eaten
		shortly before retiring is of necessity
		bad; but because of the quality and
		nature of the food offered. The supper
		viands are all rich and highly stim-
		ulating; consisting mostly of Welsh
		Rarebits (a rich mixture of cheese): Golden
		Bucks (cheese with eggs etc.) and the
		like. I have observed many people adding
		to such dishes as these sauces, mustard,
		and red pepper; and moistening with
		beer, stout, or champagne. Is it any
		wonder that dreams are disturbed, and
		sleep made uneasy? Such diet tends
		to high passions, and often criminal
		results.
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June 7 (con). outside the bar of the Mersey, the tide
		being out so that the vessel could not
		enter. The general course as mapped on
		the official chart is shown by map (page 
).
		As soon as it became known that we
		would surely land, all the attendants of
		the ship because straighway a set of
		beggars, each asking a fee; and it appeared
		to be the custom to give a "tip" to each.
		One fellow called at my state room with
		the enquiry "Dont you want to see Boots,
		Sir?" "No" answered I, "I think not; but 
		who is Boots?" "I'm Boots, Sir, I thought
		perhaps you wished to see me, because
		I'm the one that cleaned your boots."
		A sixpence sent him off. Then came the
		state-room attendant; a shilling in
		addition to the many tips already bestowed,
		and the present of the steamer stool
		which I bought for the trip answered
		his demands. Then came the Deck Steward,
		he was passed off with a shilling.
		And I thought that was all; but there
		was yet a very laughable occurrence
		to come. After I had taken my place
		upon the tender, – the small river
		steamer by which the passengers were
		transferred to land, – the table waiter

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		whose place had been behind my chair,
		– (and by far the greater part of the time
		I was not in it, being in my bunk
		instead) came in haste over the baggage
		gang-plank and found a place by my
		side. "Did you want to see me Sir?"
		was his query. Not at once understanding
		his purpose, I answered "No Sir, I think
		not", "Oh," said he, "the Steward said
		you wanted to see me." Said I "The Steward
		must have been mistaken; I certainly did
		not enquire for you" "Well," he added "I
		thought you surely wanted to see
		me; because I waited on you at table".
		A shilling drew forth his thanks and
		sent him off apparently happy. At
		first I was inclined to resent such
		treatment; for, as I thought, those men
		were all paid for their services, and
		I supposed amply paid, for they all
		appeared well dressed, and seemingly
		well provided for. My interest being
		excited however, I enquired of one of the
		ship's officers on board the tender, and 
		found that the men are very poorly
		paid, £3 to £25 ($15– to $25–) being the 
		ordinary monthly wages; their good
		clothes are ship's uniform; and in

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June 7 (Con.) reality the poor fellows were in want.
	The sailors and deck hands receive very
	low wages; and their work is very hard.
	I no longer regret the "tips," except that
	they were not larger than I was able to
	make them.
		The ride on the tender from the 
	ship to the landing (a distance of 15 mls.)
	was full of interest. As we looked at 
	the "Alaska" from the tender deck we 
	could form an idea of the proportions of
	the Ocean Monster; and the contrast made
	the river steamer a mere pigmy. Arrived
	at the dock we were "unloaded"; and
	then came a joyful surprise, for we found
	Brothers Jas. A. Anderson of Salt Lake City,
	Bro. Reed Smoot of Provo, Utah, and Bro,
	George Young of S. L. City awaiting our
	arrival. These brethren are missionaries
	located at Liverpool; they greeted us cordially
	and gave us safe conduct to a place of
	temporary residence. But,  before we	
	could go with them we had to pass the
	ordeal of the Custom Officers inspection
	of baggage; or as they call it, "luggage")
When at last my time came, Bros. Anderson 
	and Young assisted me to get my valises ready.
The officer seemed to be a very general but

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		a somewhat officious fellow. He asked about
		the content of my valises – did they contain
		tobacco; whiskey, Etc: to all of which I
		answered No! In rummaging through the
		small valise, however, he found a bottle of
		Salt Lake Water; and thinking he had found
		some dutiable liquor, he enquired what that
		was; and apparently doubted the truth of
		my answer. I told him if he was not satis-
		fied he might taste the contents of the bottle;
		and this he straightway proceeded to do,
		exhibiting an immediate spitting and
		spluttering which to say the least was
		forcible. Then I showed him the bodies
		of several Artemia shrimps, and one
		living Artemia in the water; and he gave
		signs of nausea. Next he took out a
		box which in shape and size suggested
		the possibility of forbidden Cigars. "Ah,"
		said he "what is this"? "That Sir," answered
		I" is a box containing three specimens of
		the Phrynosoma mavorticum," "Oh!" said he
		"and what are they"? at the same time
		shaking the box in a way I did not
		approve of. "Why", said I "they are the
		noted Horned Toads from the western
		praries of America; they are hideous
		specimens of living lizards," He caught

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June 7 Con.  sight of the creatures about the time I 
		said "living lizards," and with an exclama-
		tion almost of horror he dropped the box
		to the imminent dangers of my reptilian
		pets, and stood back at a respectful distance,
		then reaching over he attached the Custom
		House Stamp and told me to fasten the
		beasts in. Then he turned his attention
		to the larger valise; and turned over the
		contents with the relish of curiosity.
		"Please, be careful Sir," said I. "I have some
		more lizards there," Again he jumped back
		and having told me to close the valise, he
		attached the stamp of authority; and
		without waiting for the other luggage of
		the company to be opened he stamped it
		all, and bade us go on.
			We went in charge of the brethren to
		the office of the Mission, at 42 Islington;
		here we met Brothers Robinson and Worley,
		the former of American Fork, the latter
		of Logan, Utah. Then we went next door,
		round the corner, to "Stewart's Hotel, 41 Norton
St." This establishment is a semi-private
		boarding house, mainly supported by our
		Elders. Here we had supper, – a typical
English meal – cold meat pie, and bread
		and butter. After supper the brethren began

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		asking question of home and home affairs
		– subjects we were very willing to talk
		about, and before we were aware we found
		that midnight had passed. Then came
		prayers, and bed. On land again! and 
		in England! The Lord be thanked for
		safe voyage, and kind reception among
		friends.
June 8 	    Did not rise very early; breakfasted
		about 10 o'clock. Without delay I sent
		word home of our safe arrival. Bros.
		Clawson and I sallied out then to see
		some of the sights of Liverpool. Old
		memories were aroused by many of
		the sights which met my gaze; and 
		many others were new. The double-story
		street cars, or trams, and busses; so
		arranged that people c[---]d travel inside
		and on top are queer. Then the large English
		cart-horses for slow travel and heavy
		draught; and the little donkeys, so small
		that I could carry one of them; often with
		carts attached many times their size and 
		loads much, much, heavier than them-
		selves.
			We took the Mersey Tunnel Railway
		and passed under that wide river
		to Birkenhead, from Liverpool. The Tunnel

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June 8. (Con)  is a stupendous enterprise; the undergound
	line is 1½ miles long; the river itself being
fully a mile wide. Think of riding with
	rapidity and safety under the currents
	of a mighty river, and the tides of the
	ocean. The fare for the round trip is
	2½ or five cents. We spent a short time visit-
	ing places of interest in Brinkenhead, and 
	then returned to Liverpool. In the evening
	all three of us walked a while around
	the streets. We saw enough to convince us
	of the terrible condition of morality among
	the people here. In a short walk upon
	a few of the principal streets we saw
	surely not less than 300 women and girls
	soliciting the trade of prostitution. A
subsequent enquiry of the brethren at the
	office confirmed our opinions as to the
	lamentable state. We saw girls outside
	the Mission office at 42 Islington offering
themselves to all that came along. They seem
	willing to take any sort of a fee. Oh! the
	horrible condition of the world; surely the
	spirit of the Lord no longer strives with
many. And by comparison, how dazzlingly
bright are the conditions of purity at home;
Utah's fair daughters. Oh! May God preserve
	the chastity of His people!

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June 9. 	Soon after breakfast, Bro. J. A. Anderson of
		the office accompanied the Bros. Clawson 
		and myself to Prince's Park, and Sefton
		Park;– magnificent places. There I heard
		the thrushes sing: and the music 
		seemed to arouse within me the
		spirit of my English school-boy
		days. The thrush, and the sky-lark
		are gifts to those who love the beautiful
		in sound. There too I saw the Hawthorn
		(May) in bloom, and though in violation
		of the Park laws I could not resist the
		temptation to pluck a sprig of it. A
		company of merry lasses passed us
		afterward, and one of them, seeing the
		blossoms in my hand, exclaimed in
		broadest English, "Ah, you'll be sum-
		monsed (summoned) Marster, for pluck-
		ing the flowers." Thanking her for
		kindly warning, I discreetly hid
		the sprig in my pocket, hoping to
		send a bit of it to Wife May. The
		Hawthorn flower, or as the English
		children call it the May, has ever
		been a favorite with me; and now
		because of the loved and sacred asso-
		ciations of its [-] name, for Sweet Wife's
		sake it is to me dearer than ever.

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June 9 (con).  Our visits to the Parks were very enjoy-
able. The day was bright and pleasant;
and this condition we are told is of 
recent commencement, the weather 
having been very dull and disagreeable
indeed, until Monday last, it is said 
that the sun had not been seen
from Liverpool, for 9 days. It is very 
cold here now; I find use for thick 
underclothing and an overcoat; and 
in offices and houses, fires are needed.
The later summer season seems to be a
characteristic of the year everywhere.
	Visisted also the Liverpool Botanic
Gardens:– superb collections of growing 
plants. In the Conservatory many tropical
herbs, shrubs, and trees abound. There I 
saw and admired the Orange, Lemon, Lime,
Pepper, tea, Coffee, Cocoa, Cinnamon,
Palms, Palmettos, Passion flowers etc. etc.
The establishment is supported by Corporation
funds; and it is an honor to those in 
charge that such use is made of the 
means. Spare money could not be applied 
in a much better way.
	Today also I called on a number of 
Taxidermists and Naturalists, and made
partial arrangements for exchange of specimens

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		in the interest of the Deseret Museum.
		In the afternoon, Bro. J.A. Anderson very
		kindly accompanied me to Birkenhead,
		- crossing the river by ferry; then we
		proceeded to Birkenhead Park; this, like
		the other parks already visited is a grand
		place. The trees are all in leaf: many
		of the shrubs are in blossom; the
		stately rhododendrons are masses of color.
		Our artificial lakes, graceful swans,
		black and white: rare and varied kinds
		of ducks and other water foul abound.
		These birds are very tame, coming readily
		at call and taking food from the 
		hand. Tame rabbits scamper through
		the brush and open grassy spaces.
		The Park is diversified by little hills and
		mounds; irregular rocky cliffs and 
		such. Close examination showed the
		jagged cliffs to be of artificial construction
		the separate blocks being cemented in
		place; and enquiry showed us that
		the hillocks and irregular elevations
		are also the result of human activity.
		So do the lovers of Nature seek to
		imitate her wild beauty! There is
		a certain kind of disorder in nature which 
		is superior to studied symmetry. From

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June 9, (con).	the Park we went to Seacombe; thence
		to Wallasey, and to New Brighton: walking
		all the way. At New Brighton we dined
		with Apostle Brigham Young and family; the
		pleasure of meeting the President and his
		family was very great; and the oppor-
		tunity of eating a meal cooked after
		"home" style was not unappreciated.
		I enjoyed a long talk with Apostle Young
		as to my trip here; he expressed himself
		as desirous of visiting the continent
		with me. We returned to Liverpool by
		evening steamer, arriving at 9.30: the
		Brothers Clawson came later. The ride		up the river in the twilight was very
		enjoyable. On the evening of our landing
		I was very much impressed with the
		long twilights incident to this high
		latitude; it is quite light at 9.30: and
		one can see "by daylight" much later.
		I am told that day-break occurs soon
		after 2.30 a.m.; but thus far I have been
		too tired since reaching England to verify
		the observations any morning.
		    While walking up a Liverpool street,
		about 10 o'clock I was accosted by one of
		the unnumbered fallen women, with
		whom the streets are filled by night;

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ordinarily I take no notice of the approaches
of such, but I was led to speak to this
one. Perhaps it was an improper thing
for me to do; yet I am sure I had no
improper motive; and I cannot feel that
any human being is so low as to be
unworthy of my notice. Conscience-
free of any impropriety, I paused to speak
to this fallen creature. I asked her questions
as to her life; she forgot all blandishments,
and answered me with downcast eyes;
she used to work in a factory, she said:
but about five months ago had been
thrown out of employment; she was hungry,
and in thread-bare clothes; she tried earnestly
to obtain work but failed; and finally
went upon the streets and sold her virginity
for food. She wept bitterly as she spoke;
said that she loathed her life, and
herself, but knew not what to do. Her
case, she said, was a type of many
others. She declared that upon the "custom"
she met this night depended her
food for the morrow. I gave the woman a
shilling, and she promised to go home,
and for this night at least to abstain
from her unholy traffic. I learned some-
thing from her story; and I feel no disgrace

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June 9. (Con).  through having conversed with her. I returned
to my room at the hotel, grieved at soul!
Oh woman! image of the Mother of Christ,
that thou canst be so degraded! Oh Man,
Lord of Creation, and type of Godly form,
that thou canst prey upon the honor
of thy Father's daughters! For sexual
offenses generally; and for the beastly
state of life here prevalent I hold in
my heart man almost wholly responsible: 
He that should point the way to a higher
plane becomes the tempter, the arch-
fiend of the world.
June 10.	Early this morning I took train, "booked"
for Leigh, Lancashire. Arrived there I
began a search for 49 King St: and
there found Mrs. Alice Ditchfield, my wife's
Aunt. May was very desirous that I
should visit Leigh, as nothing definite
was known of her Aunt. I found Mrs.
Ditchfield to be a good-hearted "Lancashire
Lass" of 76: she was overjoyed at seeing
me, and recognised and named me at
once from the photograph which Wife
has sent her. I found too, that the good
dame had exhibited the pictures of Wife,
Son, and self, around the neighborhood;
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which exists between members of an old and
a staid community, her affairs seemed to
be those of her neighbors. She took me
around the neighborhood; exhibited the
great curiosity from Salt Lake City in
the Blacksmith Shop; also to the Butcher
the Baker, likewise the Shoemaker. Half
of them knew me before I was named.
Our Darling Son's picture also had been
scrutinized; the people seemed surprised
that such a fine boy could be produced
in Salt Lake City; and women eagerly
enquired for the boy. There was wide
regret that Wife was not with me; in this
I am sure I joined. In a short time
the neighbors began to gather, and I was
holding a continuous reception till the
time of my departure. The experience
was novel and interesting; at times
decidedly amusing. Their talk in the
indescribable Lancashire brogue was
very strange. I had an opportunity of
bearing my testimony to many of the 
people; they had been filled with wild
prejudices toward our people; the good
old dame herself, was very surprised
to learn that people could come and go
about Utah, and leave the place at pleasure.

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June 10 (con).  Wife's Aunt is poor, though not at all
in want. Her husband left some prop-
erty the houses on which are in a 
delapidated condition, all of them, – the
proceeds of which are to be used for her
benefit till her death; then the property
passes to other hands. The good dame
is very contented.
	Returned to Liverpool by early evening
train; and at night attended a meeting
of the Liverpool Branch of Saints at No. 15
Brittern Street. There were present in
all, 14; of these 10 were from Utah, – 8 elders
and the Wife and Daughter of Apostle Young.
Surely the gleamings are now scant in
this field; – out of this city of hundreds
of thousands, only 4 to be gathered for
worship of the true and living God! The
brethren state that this is the usual
condition now. Is the end of missionary
labor here so near? At the meeting, I had
the pleasure of listening to the first Mission-
ary testimonies and addresses by the Clawson
Brothers; afterward I was called and ad-
dressed the meeting. The same spirit among
the saints wherever we go. I felt at home
again at that meeting, and am thankful
for the privilege of being there, and of testifying

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to the people of the things of God.
	Among many other things, I have been
much interested in the administration
of justice in the Courts here; and as a 
result of looking over old papers, and
talking with men of observation, I found
the following points, the accuracy of which
is attested by the Court records.
	At the Liverpool Assizes, in December 1890
in one day, three cases were passed upon by
the judges, as follows:–
1.  A man had kicked his wife; as a result 
of the injuries so received she died after
a few days. The fellow was convicted of
man-slaughter (not murder), and was
sentenced to 12 months' imprisonment.
2.  A boy was convicted of stealing a loaf
of bread; at the time of the theft he
had been long without food; his mother
testified to his general good character,
and begged his release. He was sentenced
to 10 days imprisonment in the common
jail, and 5 years in the Reformatory,
which is virtually a jail.
3.  A woman was tried for endeavoring to
pass a counterfeit half-crown; she
pleaded ignorance of the spurious nature
of the coin, and received a sentence of

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June 10 (con)  twelve years imprisonment. Compare these
cases. Again at the Preston Assizes (Lancashire)
at the last term:–
1.  A man was convicted of kicking his wife
she died from the injuries. He was sentenced
to 18 days imprisonment.
2.  A man was seen carring a living
fowl in an uncomfortable position;
he was sentenced to three months im-
prisonment for Cruelty to animals.
3.  A man struck his horse with a
whip so as to raise a welt on the animal's
body: he was sentenced to three months
imprisonment.
	What comment is needed or can be made
on such travesty on justice. Is not such
calculated to make a mockery of the reputed
wisdom of the world? Here a woman has
no protection against the cruelty of her hus-
band. Bro. J. A. Anderson stated that he
has seen near the Church office at 42 Is-
lington, a man beating and kicking his
wife, on the sidewalk there. A police
officer came along, and simply ordered the parties
to move on. The English law gives a man
great power over his wife. A recent ruling
of a high court is to the effect that a man
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		"reasonable extent,"; and a profound sensation
		was created by a decision of the Superior Court
		that a man cannot imprison a wife in his
		house, and keep her with him against her
		will.
June 11. At 11. A. M. Elders Clawson and I took train
		at the Liverpool Line Street Station for
		London; arriving at 3.30 p.m. The ride was
		a highly enjoyable one; the fields and
		the green lanes of England seen from
		the car windows were beautiful; and they
		awaken strong memories of boyhood days.
		At London we went to Euston Station,
		and were delighted to find Elder Samuel R.
		Thurman, president of the London Conference,
		Elders King, Lee, Booth, (no relative of May's),
		Poulter, and Keddington, all of Utah, there ready
		to meet us, word of our coming having been
		sent from the Liverpool office. We went to
		the "Edwards Family Hotel," Euston Square
		and there engaged a double room. Having
		located ourselves we walked to the Church
		Office at 42 Penton St. Islington, and
		there enjoyed quiet conversation with
		the brethren regarding home and
		missionary life. In the early evening
		we accompanied some of the office
		brethren to their eating house; we found

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June 11 (con).  it to be a cheap establishment, and the
		Elders are compelled by force of circumstances
		to patronize such. Their table orders were of
		the simplest kind. Such circumstances tend
		to develop the principle of self-denial,
		and to bring the appetites of the body into
		subjection. The brethren realize such them-
		selves; they uniformly manifest an ex-
		cellent spirit. Bro. Thurman who has attained
		eminence as a lawyer at home, Bro.
		Samuel King, who has been known as a
		high-natured fellow, exhibiting something
		akin to pride, are here living on a few
		cents per day, and each of them expressed
		hearty thanks that the missionary call
		had come to them; and declared that though
		their longing to see home and loved ones
		is strong, they would hail a call to return
		with poor favor. Their only regret is that
		they did not have this experience years
		ago. Each of the Elders wishes to stick to
		his post.
			At 7 p.m. all the Elders from the office
		including the Elders Clawson and myself, went
		to the corner of Pentonville Road and
		Rodney Street, and there held an open air meeting.
		Elders Booth, King, and Keddington addressed
		the moving congregation; and their words had great

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		effect. Then we repaired to the office at 42
		Penton St., in connection with which a hall
		is provided, and there held regular services.
		About 35 people were present; a third of them
		Utah elders; there were but 2 strangers, i. e. people
		who were not connected with the branch. By
		direction I addressed the meeting; the Bros.
		Clawson followed in time. I am thankful
		for the privilege of doing so much as this
		little true missionary work. The spirit shown
		by the little body of saints here is of the
		warmest kind. Though we have met not
		before, yet we became immediately friends.
		    Late at night the Clawsons and I walked to
		Euston Square; we saw something of London
		streets by gaslight.June 12. Having found to our satisfaction that the
		Edwards Hotel at which we located
		yesterday was not in every way suit-
		able either as to charges or to accomoda-
		tions, early this morning we determined
		to change. We moved to a private house,
		at which we rented a room, kept by
		Mrs. Webb, No. 4 South Cresent, Bedford
		Square W. C. Then I went to 20 Hanover
		Square W., and presented myself at the
		rooms of the Royal Microscopical
		Society, where I met Mr. Brown, the Asst.

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June 12 (con) Secretary, and was shown by him through
		the rooms of the Society. I was very
		much pleased at the manner of my
		reception there, and at the prospects of
		my spending a day or two in the Society
		rooms next week. At the Secretary's
		Office too, I found a letters awaiting me:
		among them, most prized of all a letter
		from home. It was written by Merry May
		Mine on the 27" of last month; and brings
		word that at that time all was well
		at home. I am greatly pleased to hear at all:
		and thankful that the tidings are those
		of good: though I wish I could know how
		dear ones are now.
			In the afternoon we, – the Bros. Clawson
		and myself – visited the establishment of
		wax work exhibition etc. kept by Louis Tussaud.
		There we saw, aside from mere works of artistic
		execution, many models and actual implements
		showing the styles of torture in vogue in
		past times. In the evening we repaired to
		the Church Office, and thence accompanied
		the missionaries to corner of Great Cambridge
		Street and Hackney Road, where we held one
		interesting open-air meeting. By request of
		Prest. Thurman I addressed the crowd; and
		was pleased and honored to feel the spirit

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of God in the effort. The assembly was a
good one: the attention paid was all that
could be asked. Elder Newton followed me:
he spoke strongly; and the feelings of the
people were so thoroughly enlisted, that
when at last the announcement was made
that we were Latter-day Saints or Mormons,
there was no sign of opposition or evidence
of ridicule. I am thankful for the pleasure
and privilege of attending such meetings,
and I am honored to be able to raise my 
voice, be it ever so faintly, in warning
the nations of the earth.
	The streets of London seem full of unoccupied
men, who are eager to do something for which you
may give them a fee. If you drop your stick,
glove, or anything of the sort, somebody is near
ready to dart forward and pick up the
article which is handed back to you, with the
request for the price of a drink. If you ap-
proach the steps of a Cafe', someone rushes
ahead of you to open the door; then with a
bow he asks for a penny; generally, however,
the request is for a drink; everybody seems to
drink here; women as well as men. As we were
returning home from meeting tonight, we
passed many saloons, and through the partly-
opened doors we saw women and men

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June 12 (con) standing in groups and drinking; – they mostly
drink beer, though in many cases wine – and
spirit-glasses could be seen in their hands.
	This morning, shortly after starting in a cab,
on our way to the room we had engaged, a
man was seen running alongside the vehicle.
The cabman drove rapidly, yet when the vehicle
stopped, the runner was there to open the door, and
assist in converging the baggage; he appeared to be
an earnest man: apparently in want. We gave
him sixpence, which he seemed to think a
good fee; and he was not backward in
showing his gratitude.
	An impressive though a disgusting spectacle
was presented;– a women was seen near the
corner of an up-town street, quarreling. She was
evidently very drunk, and while we were passing,
she fell headlong in a gutter. Some people near
dragged her to the sidewalk where we saw her
on our return along the same street half an hour
afterward, lying in a drunken swoon. Three
policemen soon appeared, having been summoned
through the police telegraph circuit: these officers
brought a wheeled stretcher upon which they
placed the unfortunate creature, and having
strapped her securely in place, they wheeled her
away to the jail.
	Seeing so many men at work on the

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streets, I have been interested in enquiring as to 
the wages paid for such work. I find that
many of the men work for a shilling, and some
for ninepence a day. In Liverpool, some of
the men are paid but sixpence a day; and
the street officers there say that the applicants
for work even for such pay are so numerous
that but a few of them can be employed. I
asked how it was possible for a man to
live for sixpence a day under present conditions
of prices etc. It was explained to me in Liver-
pool that the city provided night lodgings
for the men at a charge of 2d. or 3d. per night:
and that with the remaining 3d or 4d they
purchased oatmeal and beer, upon which they
seem able to exist.
	In the present race for employment, men
resort to some very unusual occupations. Today
I saw several men drawing pictures with
crayon on the pavement, then soliciting
money of passers-by who glanced at the
works of art. All kinds of street musicians abound.
I have seen several, both men and women,
gathering the horse-dung from the streets,
and carrying it off to sell.
June 13. In morning, Elders King, Lee, Booth, Clawson
and I walked to Regents Park, – the chief of London's 
many supurb walks. It is nearly three miles

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June 13 (con.) in circuit, and is intersected by many
beautiful drives, walks, and flower plats.
Here the poor may come, and enjoy the 
beauties of the place equally with the rich.
This day, as doubtless on most days, the
park was full of people, – invalids in
carriages and chairs; business men stealing
away for a hour of country air and
bright sunshine, boys at cricket; children
with their teacher's and governesses. The
main object of our visit was the Zoological
Collection, or Garden of the Zoological Society. We
reached the Gardens about 11 a.m.; I made my-
self known to the Superintendent, and enjoyed
a very pleasing conversation with him; and
presented to the Gardens three living specimens
of the Horned Toad from Utah, which I have
brought with me. The Superintendent seemed
very pleased with the donation. He asked
myself and party (6 in all) to accept free
admittance to the Gardens. We accepted, and
spent the entire day there. The collections
are superb; we followed from cage to cage,
catalogue in hand. The specimens of lions,
tigers, hyenas, bears, elephants, rhinoceroses,
hippopotami, as well as of birds, insects,
reptiles, etc, are magnificent. I noted such
observations as seemed most striking in the

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Guide Book and Catalogue, and shall not repeat 
such here. I was deeply impressed with the senile
spirit exhibited by many of the fine animals
kept in captivity. Even the largest of the beasts
is a persistent beggar; the elephant stands
as you approach him with trunk stretched
toward you, or thrown above his head, in which
latter case his enormous mouth is opened, asking
for scraps. The colossal hippopotamus
begs for a cake. What a subjection; aye, what
a degredation of these proud and powerful beasts!
In such a Garden, grand as it is, we see
of the animals, little more than their form, color,
and such other superficial characteristics;– their
natures have been greatly changed. We gave a
fee to the keeper, and saw a magnificent exhibiture
of skill and intelligence on the part of a Chim-
panzee, named "Sally"; I noted a series of observations.
We enjoyed a fine ride on the elephant
"Jingo"; and by good fortune witnessed the
feeding of the beasts, and birds of prey. With
the assistance of the good brethren accom-
panying me, I secured a number of specimens
of hair for microscopical study. The Royal
Military Band gave an exhibition today;
which we were able to witness and enjoy.
	Leaving Regents' Park in early evening
we went to the Public BathHouse on

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June 13 (con.)	Tottenham Court Road near Euston Street; and
enjoyed a bath. The arrangements at this
establishment seem admirable: I wish we
had such at home. A cold bath costs but 3d,
a warm bath but 6d; private bath rooms
being provided, and towels etc. supplied. Bathers
must take their own soap, or pay 1d for a 
cake. The establishment is apparently well
patronized; we had to wait some time for
our turns, to be accomodated.
	In the evening Elder King, the Clawsons
and I attended the Haymarket Theater. The
building is old and venerable; associated with
many historical scenes of interest; but in
decoration and convenience of arrangement, it is
far inferior to our Salt Lake Theatre. The play 
was "The Dancing Girl," and generally the parts
were well sustained. It is a representation of
High Life in London; most of the scene being
laid at St. Jame's Park – within a few
minutes walk of the Theatre. I do not consider
the highly sensational representation of aristocratic
life, and its dire consequences to be a great
exaggeration; but I fail to perceive the
public good coming from an exposure
of the moral ulcers of society. A technical
criticism of the play is, that the climax is
reached in the third act: the fourth does not

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sustain the high status. After the theatre,
we all walked to Picadilly Street, and Pica-
dilly Circus. (All enclosures or open spaces
upon which streets open, if of a circular
shape are called Circuses, otherwise, Squares,
Ovals, or Cresents.). The noise and bustle
incident to the closing of the theatres is
indescribable; cabs and carriages block
the road, and policemen are kept very
busy giving conduct to pedestrians. I wonder
deeply that accidents are not more frequent;–
but perhaps they are of sufficient frequency
– we hear of but few of them. On Picadilly,
we saw something, much indeed, of what I
may call High Low Life. Together we four
walked for a good distance up the street; we
went into the St. James Hotel, and took
each a glass of lemonade - not because
we were particularly thirsty, but as a
partial excuse for our presence there; we
walked around Leicester Square and Pica-
dilly Circus; and then were very thankful
to get home. In the localities named, hundreds,
many hundreds of women of bad character
were promenading in search of victims.
They were all well dressed: indeed the dis-
play of fine clothing was remarkable; most
of the women were good looking, many of

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June 13. (con.) then decidedly handsome; indeed it would seem
that a plain or poorly dressed girl would
stand little chance of success in the fierce
competiton for this unholy trade. In some
parts of London, as also in Liverpool, I have seen
upon the streets wanton girls almost in rags:
many of them dirty and slovenly in general ap-
pearance; but Picadilly in the region of the
haymarket seems to be the resort of the higher
class of these low traffickers. I cannot attempt
a detailed description of the revolting scenes
witnessed this day and night. Terrible! horrible!
damnable!!! is the condition of society producing
or allowing such. I saw women, past middle
life, striving hard to hide the defects of advancing
years. I saw girls, scarcely arrived at puberty;
Worse, worse than ever, I saw two women, who
without doubt were in advanced stages of
pregnancy; and still they plied their work of
hell. One woman who worked so assiduously
in appealing to nearly every male passer-by, had
with her a bright-looking boy, about 8 yrs. of
age, likely her son. And what about the men?
They were there, of all ages and qualities: boys
and gray-beards; most of them well-attired, and
apparently of the well-to-do. kind as far as money
goes; but in all else they are truly pitiable.
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army, – and it seemed that no attempt was made
to affect disguises: there were students with the
college cap, and graduates with their insignia
of victories; there were ministers of the gospel
of Christ (so-professed); their dress betrayed
them; we saw one of this latter class led off
by a young girl, – to perdition. But enough
of talk upon this! Since it exists, I am
glad to have seen it; but when is safety when
society rests upon so rotten a foundation? The
law aids and abets this traffic of damnation;
the most the policeman attempt is to keep
the roads unblocked. In the full glare
of the street lights women use their bland-
ishments and powers of persuasion upon
men; and this in the eyes of the peace-
officers, good and true! And yet, from the
heart of this great metropolis, has ascended
the cry that Latter-day Saints must expect no
favors and but little tolerance here, for
they are immoral!! Father, forgive them,
after thy righteous chastenings! for many
of them are so blinded by corruption that
they know not what they are doing. They breathe
the air of filth; they drink the draughts of hell;
they feed upon the carrion of society; Holy
Father, open thou their eyes; give them a 
taste for purity and wholesomeness.

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June 13. (con.) How can I turn from any contemplation of the
		foregoing to thoughts of home, – the home of the 
		people of God? The contrast is almost blinding.
		My thanks cannot be too great, that in the mercy
		of God, my lot has been cast among his people.
June 14. Sunday. Elders Thurman and King of the office,
		and myself went this morning to the City Temple on
		Holburn Viaduct, and attended services there. The		renowned divine Dr. Parker, conducted the worship.
		His prayer and sermon were gems – of eloquence;
		and, if the Lord's ear can be moved by words,
		and His heart appealed to by flowing sentences,
		surely He has heard. The text was from St.
		Paul "Let us eat and drink, for tomorrow we
		die"; and the preacher handled it well, showing
		the fallacy of the reasoning, and the advantages
		of abstinence and virtue, even though we were
		to die tomorrow. Before entering upon the sermon
		proper, Dr. Parker offered short comments upon
		some of the questions of daily interest, notably
		upon the recent scandal in aristocratic and
		royal circles incident to the cheating at cards
		charged against Sir. Wm. Gordon Cummings, in which
		the Prince of Wales has figured greatly. (To save the
		trouble of writing details of the case, I attach here
		newspaper extracts and comments; the question be-
		fore the people in the case is no small one).
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	the Baccarat scandal had come out of it with any
	honor or credit. Why this dispute as to the detail
	of the game, and whether it was played fairly
	or with fraud, when the game itself is a
	cheat? There may be honor among thieves,
	though it is difficult to speak of honor in
	connection with gamblers. Said the Doctor, "The
	throne of England is not strengthened by any
	such events;" and then he added with very sig-
	nificant tone and gesture "Long live the Queen!"; 
	and in those words he showed more than the 
	ordinary meaning. He meant, may the Queen
	live long, so as long to keep from the throne
	her gambling and generally immoral son, 
	the Heir-apparent, Albert, Prince of Wales. 
		The singing at the Temple was very grand;
	the chanting of the Lord's Prayer especially so;
		After the services, Elder Thurman and I 
	visited St. Paul's Cathedral; a gorgeous and
	imposing structure. I pause not for statistics
	or historical data; such are to be found
	in guice books and papers. Within, we wit-
	nessed a part of the services after the manner
	of the High Church of England; a service that
	is becoming more, and more, like unto the
	Catholic worship; indeed there is at present
	a strong effort to unite the two. Within St. Paul's, 
	are many tombs: tombs of heroes:– there be

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June 14. (con.) Wellington, and Nelson, and Cornwallis, Collingwood,
Picton, and many, many others; men who had endeared
themselves to their countrymen because of the
blood they have shed; - heroes in taking
human life. From St. Paul's I returned to
my room, feeling somewhat ill: on the way
I saw an imposing procession of labor unions
going to Hyde Park, where public proceedings
are appointed for the day. In the early evening
I attended with the Elders from the office, and
many of the local saints, an out-door meeting
on Pentonville Road; after which the regular
Sunday Services were held in the Meeting Room,
No. 42 Penton St. By request I spoke to the
congregation most of the time: Elder Keddington,
the retiring President of the Conference, and
Elder Thurman the new President, followed
each with a few words. The meeting was
well attended; and the prevailing spirit was
one of peace and goodwill. I felt free and
full in speaking. May the Lord bless and 
accept the testimony. At the close of the 
services I had the pleasure of shaking hands
with most of the saints present; and felt at
home with them. We administered (by appoint-
ment I officiated) to a son of one of the Sisters, 
the boy having been bitten on the leg by a dog. We
felt sure of his recovery, though the wound is an
ugly one.

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June 15. Immediately after breakfast this morning
		we took some clothing to a laundry: and were
		greatly surprised at the excellent arrange-
		ment. The place is called the Public Wash House, 
		and is supplied with tubs, hot and cold water, 
		boiling kettles (stationary), hot driers, mangles etc.
		and the women come here to do their washing.
		The charge is 1 1/2d per hour, with reductions for
		long periods. The clothes, when washed, are partly
		dried in a Cantrifugal machine, from which
		they are transfered to drying houses which run
		on tiny wheels into ovens. By this arrange-
		ment clothes can be washed and dried in a very
		short time. 
			Elders S. King: Fred Clawson and myself next visited
		a round of places of interest. We went to the
		Bank of England, – a stupendous structure; then
		the Royal Exchange, Fire monument, London
		Bridge, Waterloo Bridge and Blackfriar's Bridge;
		then we paid another visit to St. Paul's Cathe-
		dral. We visited also Trafalgar Square, and Cleopatra's 
		Needle on the Banks of the Thames. 
			Soon after noon I visited the Royal Micro-
		scopical Society's Rooms, where I was de-
		lighted to find letters awaiting me from home.
		I learn with deep gratitude that all was well
		at home at the time of my wife's writing,
		May 31. At the Society Rooms, the Assistant

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June 15 con.	Secretary and his Clerk on duty there, assisted
me in finding things of interest. I find the 
rooms, books, apparatus, specimens, and 
assistants all at my service. I could not ask 
a more cordial reception than has been accorded
me here. I am charmed with the opportunity offered 
me. I staid at the rooms, examining the
instruments and preparations until night.
	At night I visited the Oxford Music Hall,
and witnessed the rendition of a musical and  
varied programme. The most stinking item
was a very realistic representation of Joan 
of Arc, as the shepherd lass, the war-like
heroine, and the victim at the martyr's stake.
The girl sang her song while the flames raged about 
her, and still singing, sank to her end. Some 
remarkable athletic feats were performed by a 
lady performer, Zaev she is called on the Bills.
She ran serious risk of losing her life to 
please the audience.
June 16.	The Bros. Clawson and myself presented 
ourselves early this morning at the British
Museum. We remained there until evening, and could
well have spent a month in that wonderful 
establishment. The building is colossal, as 
indeed it must be to hold such vast collections. 
The Natural History Collections are removed to
Kensington, Hyde Park. It would be difficult

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	even to name the collections here exhibited. We
	examined immense collections of rare manuscripts;
	especially of the early editions of the scriptures,
	many of them superbly illuminated in colors
	and gold; then came autographs and state
	documents; books without number; sculpture
	in all its branches; mummies and other remains
	of Egyptian civilization; idols and household
	gods of every description; gems and golden
	ornaments in profusion; coins and medals,
	etchings etc etc etc: Also immense collections
	of specimens from the Lake Dwellers and
	other early stages of human history. I pro-
	cured guide books and catalogues and must
	refer to them when I wish to refresh my memory.
	   The British Museum is the most extensive,
	and in every way the grandest establishment
	of the kind I have ever visited. I shall strongly
	hope to return to it before leaving for home.
		In the evening, according to previous
	invitation, Elders Kiddington, and Thurman
	and I went to No. 35 Gloucester Crescent, Camden
	Town, and visited the family of Bro. Wonnacott.
	We went to have tea with the family; "tea" is
	the English afternoon meal: I enjoyed the
	visit and the tea (in the which by the way
	I took no tea). We administered to two of
	Bro. Wonnacott's children.

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June 17. Spent great part of the day at the rooms
	of the Royal Microscopical Society: 20 Han-
	over Square. At night I attended the regular
	meeting of the Society, commencing at 8 o'clock.
	This was the official meeting; the last of the
	present season, and to attend this was 
	the chief object of my coming to England.
	The meeting room of the Society is elegantly
	fitted. Leading to it are long corridors, mag-
	nificently decorated; along which are
	busts and statues, and paintings of officers
	of the Society in past years. The President's
	chair is like a throne; it is of beautiful
	workmanship surmounted by the royal
	arms, – the lion and the unicorn, and
	the crown of gold. On a large table
	in front of the Presidents stand, were
	arranged the microscopes, with the ex-
	hibits of the evening; among which were
	male and female Artemia fertilis, and
	oolitic sand from the Salt Lake, contributed
	by myself. As a result of enquiries made
	early today of the Secretary, I learned that
	the custom of formality in dress at these
	meetings is rapidly decreasing; yet, I was
	given to understand that anything short
	of full evening dress, or college robes, was
	somewhat of a liberty from a society stand,-

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	point, and I supposed that new members on
	their first appearance ought hardly to take
	liberty of informality. I therefore donned the
	cap and gown of the doctorate degree, though
	I laid it off, as did others, inside the hall.
	I purchased a Mortar Board Cap, and the
	gown, desiring to keep such. At 8 p.m. the
	exercises began; the sign of beginning being
	simply a tap from the President's gavel;
	no word of prayer or of serious invocation
	was to be heard. Several exhibits were made:
	of microscopes and microscopical attachments.
	In due course, the President directed attention
	to my slides; and in a very kind manner
	expressed his gratification at the exhibit from
	the "famed far West"; then he announced
	that "Dr Talmage, a Fellow of this Society
	who offers these exhibits is here tonight, having
	come from afar to meet with us." This
	announcement was followed by an urgent
	request that I address the Society; and, as
	I arose, a hearty demonstration of welcome
	was made. I spoke for a short time upon
	the scientific wealth yet unmined in the
	land of my home; of the Great Salt Lake,
	its wondrous waters, giving the results of my
	own analyses thereon; and of the living things
	to be found within the lake. In response

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June 17 (con.) to a request received yesterday from the Secretary
		I had prepared a few "Notes on the occurrence
		of Life in the Great Salt Lake," to be, as I
		supposed, laid away in the Library of the
		Society for future reference; but I was
		called upon to read these notes, which I did.
		By request, I explained my method, crude
		as I thought it to be, of mounting for per-
		manent preservation, the Artemiae of the
		Lake; and this brought forth many approving
		comments. At the close of my remarks, the President
		formally extended the thanks, and assurances
		of appreciation of the Society. Such an honor
		was entirely unlooked for; I had expected to be
		a silent on-looker; but circumstances deter-
		mined otherwise. At the close of the formal
		proceedings; the members retired to the well-pro-
		vided refreshment apartments in the rear of the
		assembly chamber, where tea and coffee with
		cake and other plain and light confectionery
		were provided. These were nibbled and sipped
		as conversation proceeded. Several of the Fellows
		accompanied me to the tables, and cordially
		treated me as a guest on the occasion. I 
		enjoyed the privilege of much personal conversa-
		tion on American and Utah affairs.
			I should have mentioned earlier that during
		the formal proceedings, new members were balloted

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	for, and I had the honor of voting for such;
	and among them was the renowned Professor
	Huxley F.R.S. to be an Honorary Fellow of the
	Society.
		As I write, late on the night of this date,
	the official meeting of the R.M.S., which I
	have come so far to attend, is a thing of the
	past. I regard the occurrences of this night
	as very significant; not so much for any
	personal purpose, because I have gained
	recognition in so august a Society, and have
	been honored with such great distinctions, but
	because a representative of the Latter-day Saint
	Church, – one of the despised "Mormons" has
	been so received. To me, on this occasion, it is
	not J. E. Talmage who figures so conspicuously, but
	a Utah Boy, a Mormon Student; a holder of
	the Priesthood of the Eternal Father. I cannot
	doubt that the Hand of the Omniscient is in
	all this; though, as I reflect I am awed at
	the selection of so weak an instrument
	to be the medium of accomplishing His
	purposes. I know that the worthy institutions
	of my people, – the people of God, will yet
	receive full and genial recognition
	among the learned of the earth; and that
	the Church of Christ will yet lead in art
	and science, as now it leads in the Science

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June 17 (con.)  of true Theology. The power of men, the pomp
of kings, the wisdom of the world, the glory
of the famous will yet become tributary
to the glory of our Lord and Master. Unto
the Lord I give the glory and the thanks for
the recognition and honor accorded to me His
unworthy Servant; I humbly thank Him for the
privilege of representing His people in the
Councils of the Learned, and the Assemblies
under Royal authority.
	The proceedings of this night are significant
in other ways. Some complaint has been reported
by certain chronic grumbles at home, at  the 
action of the First Presidensy of the Church, and
the General Board of Education in creating and
bestowing degrees in the Church School Service;
and some have solemnly prophesied that the 
authorities were mistaken and had fallen
into gross impropriety in this matter, and as
a proof these grumblers have predicted, that
never! never!! no! never!!! would such degrees
receive recognition in the world. Today I 
called the attention of the Secretary of the R.M.S.
to the fact that on all official communications
from the Society to myself, I have been addressed 
with the prefix "Rev.", and that under the recog-
nised significance of that title I had no claim to 
it. The Secretary thought that I held the degree

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of Doctor of Divinity (D.D.); but I explained to
him that the initials D.S.D. had no reference
to Divinity, but represented the degree of Doctor of
Science and Didactics, bestowed upon me by the
authorities of the Church of Jesus Christ
of Latter-day Saints. He expressed himself as
very pleased to hear of this, and to learn of
the existence of a system under which de-
grees could be bestowed in our Church. He made
<record of this title and its significance in the Society Archives.>
Again I say, and say it with all sincerity,
	I rejoice greatly, not because I have been
recognised, and my degree recorded in
high places, but because the degree of the Church
I live has received such speedy recognition and
such full respect. Let grumblers and fault-
finders be still on matters of the doings of the
Priesthood: I have yet to see the first instance
of great mistakes in the official acts of the
chosen oracles of God; those men know what
they are about. In these references to "chronic
grumblers," "fault-finders" etc., I have no particular
person or persons in my mind.
	This day also I received another letter from home
and by its arrival was agreeably surprised, for
I had not expected word for some few days yet 
to come. I learn with joy that all is well with wife,
	son, and home. Surely the blessings of the Lord to me
are such that my heart is too small to contain them.

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June 18.	This morning Elder Samuel King, Elder Robinson and
myself went to the British Museum and spent
some hours in the superbly grand Library of that
famous institution, searching for genealogical 
data. I found no clue here to the records of our
family. Then I went to the office of Mr B. F. 
Stevens, No. 4. Trafalgar Square, on whom I first
called in relation to genealogical records some days ago. He
	informed me that no published pedigrees of our family
could be found.
	I am surprised at the facility with which I
find my way about the City. With the help of
pocket maps and such I find but little difficulty. In going
about, I find the trains and busses, of great
convenience. These vehicles are of the two-story pattern,
that is, they receive inside passengers and top passengers;
I always take the outside, and find the rides give
me a splendid opportunity of seeing the streets. I
greatly prefer such to closed vehicles, even costly cabs.
The fare on train or bus for moderate distances
is 1d.
	Spent greater part of the afternoon at lodgings
writing. In evening the Bros. Clawson left
London, on their way to Paris to visit a relative
there. I have enjoyed my associations with
these brethren very much. At 8 p.m. I at-
tended the regular Thursday Evening meeting
at No. 42 Penton St., there were many present

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more than usual, I am told, the special occasion
being the departure of the past President of 
the Conference, Elder Keddington. After this
meeting an out-door meeting was held on
Pentonville Road. By call I spoke the greater
part of the time: Elder Samuel King followed 
me. A good spirit was manifested; the
people even quelling the noise of the children 
who were romping and shouting in the 
neighborhood. At this, as at other meetings,
of the kind, while services were in progress,
several Elders busied themselves distributing
tracts to the people. And thus it is, by 
such simple labors, the Elders of the Church
seek to spread the tidings of the Gospel.
I am grateful for the privilege of speaking,
be it ever so few words, by way of testimony
to the people. I feel the Missionary spirit
swelling within me, and at times the power
of testimony manifests itself with irresist-
ible might. I have so often longed for the
privilege of missionary labor among the
nations who know not God; and now
that I am here, though longing for the time
when it shall be proper for me to return
home and again meet friends, and clasp
wife and son, still, I would hail with delight
an instruction to remain and preach the

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June 18 (con).  Gospel for a season. Yet in this I may be
selfish, though the desire is not prompted 
by a craving for money, for missionary
work is a source of constant expense;
neither can it be the result of a wish for
greater honor or praise, for applause of men
is not often the lot of a travelling elder.
However, it is not for man to judge in
what position he can do the greatest good;
let him work humbly and sincerely in the
field to which he is called by the proper
authority, and reverently leave the results in
the hands of His Father. Human Power of
execution is such that under the best of con-
ditions, man is likely to fail in accomplishing
purposes, which in themselves may be laudable.
As the master artist suggests finishing touches,
or applies such himself to the work of his pupil,
so does the Great Master accept our crude ef-
forts and by the sanctifying power of His
Spirit render them of service in bettering
the world. Here am I, many thousand miles
from home; here mostly for the purpose of
attending a two-hours meeting (now past); appar-
ently a collossal undertaking for so small an
object; yet how can I tell what great results may
follow! I only know that I was sent here by the
authority of the Lord: that the Almighty

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Hand has been over me for good every hour of
my journeyings; that unlooked for success
has attended my visit to the Royal Micro-
scopical Society; – the Lord only can turn
these things to permanent good: the seed 
has been sown; may the Lord of Life grant an
increase!
June 19.	It was my plan to leave London today for the 
Country of Wiltshire, our old home; but at the
Society meeting the other evening I was
urged so kindly to remain to a meeting of
the Queckett Club of Naturalists to be held
tonight, that I resolved to stop.
	This morning early, Elders King, and Booth of
the office, and myself went to Hyde Park, and 
explored the place from end to end. We visited 
the Albert memorial – grand; imposing; beautiful;
the Albert Hall; the Water-works etc. etc. (see
the marked guide book). We promenaded
along Rotten Row, and saw the wealthy – those
whose time hangs so heavily on thin hands,
riding and driving – evidently for show. We
gazed with – what – awe as hummur?- on those
gorgeous functionaries, the lackeys of the rich
– they seem to be better off than their em-
ployees. We surveyed the historical old building
once the residence of the Duke of Wellington,
and saw the statues and other memorials erected

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June 19 (con.)  in the Duke's honor. Passing Kensington Palace
of historic fame, and Kensington Gardens etc, we
entered the South Kensington National History
Museum, – part of the British Museum, and
stayed there till near night. The collections here
are the grandest of the kind I have ever been
privileged to see. I feel almost a guilt in
hastening through such a place: every department
of Natural History is fully attended to. I procured
guide books and catalogues, and noted matters
of interest as best I could; but I could <only> comfort
myself with the hope that I may return to the
Museum for at least one more day before
I leave England. At the Musuem I had the
pleasure of meeting Mr. G. A. Boulenger of the
Zoological Department, to whom I presented samples
of Horned Toads. He offered to open a system
of exchange with me, British specimens for
American material. I gladly accepted.
	In the early evening we visited the
Oratory – one of the chief Catholic shrines in the City.
It is a superb structure, elegantly decorated, and
dedicated, I think, to an unknown God.
	In the evening, Mrs Groo, her son, and her
daughter (Mrs Taylor) all of Salt Lake City, called
upon me. They arrived in London yesterday, and 
after much searching found my address by ap-
plying at the R.M.S. rooms; they seem to

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	have had enough of travel already, being
	in fact almost discouraged at the difficulty
	they experience in finding the way about.
	I regret that I am to leave the city so soon;
	otherwise I could accompany them in some
	of their perambulations.
		At night I presented myself at the
	rooms of the "Queckett Microscopical Club,"
	and after some formality, scrutinizing of credentials
	etc. I was admitted. This Club is of great and
	historic interest; it is one of the most
	distinguished of Naturalists' Associations
	in England The gentleman who invited my
	presence, – Dr Teasdale of Leeds – was not present
	himself, but the card he had given me passed
	me by the sentinels at the doors. I took a
	back seat, expecting to be a silent and an
	unobserved spectator. This expectation was
	not fully realized however; for, soon after the
	opening of the meeting, the Chairman, – the
	venerable and famous Dr Dallinger, made
	formal announcement of my presence, referred
	in cordial manner to the little address I
	gave the other night at the R.M.S., and 
	extended to me the hearty welcome of the
	Club. As I rose to thank the Chairman
	and Club, the demonstration of welcome was
	bewildering in its intensity. And so, once

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June 19 (con.) again the Lord has opened the way and
	has conducted me to high favor among
	the learned men of this great land, – men
	indeed who are renowned for their learn-
	ing throughout the world. After the formal
	proceedings terminated, a social and con-
	versational session was held; and I was
	treated thereat right royally.
June 20. Having found that Mrs Groo and family (see
	p. 154) were not well able to find their way
	about, I offered to devote this day to visiting
	with them such places of interest as were con-
	veniently situated. We started together, – 4 of us, –
	very early. First we went to St. Pauls, that great
	edifice being on our way to other places; we
	went through the chief parts of the cathedral,
	and witnessed portion of the services. Then we
	"took in" the Post Offices, old and new, the
	Mansion House – home of the Lord Mayor of
	London, the Bank of England, with its guards
	in gorgeous livery, the Royal Exchange, the
	Newgate Prison, within and near which as many
	have met their fate by legal execution. Next
	we visited the Fire Monument, and ascended
	it, obtaining from the summit a magnificent
	view of London town. Next we went to the
	famed and historical London Tower. We walked
	through the halls and courts, the chapels and prisons

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	The whole place has a dingy aspect, and is
	suggestive of dark deeds. It has been used as a
	fortress, a royal residence, and a prison.
	We went through the Armory, and saw the
	magnificent collection of arms and armor be-
	longing to the government. Even the railings
	were of swords, with pistols below. Life-size
	figures on foot and mounted, showed the armed
	state once considered proper. Such trappings must
	have seriously impeded the bodily movements;
	surely the time of its service is now past,
	for the heaviest breastplate could not be
	relied upon to protect against a bullet from
	a modern rifle. We gazed upon the block
	and the executioner's axe by which so
	many noble and royal victims have been
	sacrificed. I was interested in the method
	employed in the armory of conducting visitors
	through. Guards are stationed about the
	place to watch the things, not to show the
	people about. Wherever the visitor is, he sees but
	one passage or corridor open to him; all others
	are closed by cords, and a painted sign
	directs the way; thus all of the visitors,
	– and thousands often pass here in a day,
	– pass entirely through without loss of time
	through needless retracing of their steps.
		We entered the Regalia Chamber, and saw there

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June 24 (con.)  the crown and jewels. Beside Victoria's crown,
		orb, scepter Etc; there are the regalia of by-gone
		days, resplendent with rubies, sapphires, diamonds,
		and pearls, all set in a wealth of gold. There 
		are also the insignia of the chief orders of
		English Knighthood. The money value of
		this dazzling display of royal decorations, has
		been set at $15 000 000.
			While at the tower, we witnessed the
		firing of the national salute, this day marking
		the 54" anniversary of the Queen's ascension.
		Leaving the tower, we took the Thames sub-
		way to the opposite side, – walking through
		an iron tube, beneath the great river. A
		toll of 1/2d is collected from each passenger.
		The passage is damp and unclean; and for
		enjoyment, the open air passageway across
		the River on London Bridge is preferable, but
		the novelty of the underground and under-
		water way is great. We then took train
		to Sydenham, and spent the rest of the day
		at the famous Crystal Palace. The place is
		a gorgeous wonder. The gardens and the
		buildings themselves are of bewildering beauty,
		and the collections within are immense.
		Sculpture, painting, music, horticulture, history,
		natural history, – all are illustrated in a 
		manner superb. The collection of stuffed

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animals is very great; and most of the fierce
beasts are shown in the act of sanguinary
battle with others. The grounds are grandly dec-
orated, – lawns and terraces, statues and urns,
flowers and trees, a bewildering display of formations,
a maze of intricate paths, to enter which a
fee of 3d is required, and a like amount to be
paid if you fail to find  your way out without
the assistance of the keepers. In the lower
part of the grounds, geological illustrations
are shown, – the chief formations of the
earth's crust having been there artificially 
formed. But the chief items of geological
interest are the models of extinct animals,
shaped by Waterhouse Hawkins and Prof.
Owens. The visit was a great treat; (see
guide book for descriptions). As night approached,
the grounds were lighted by innumerable gas
jets in colored globes; the effect was dazzling.
Grand band music was furnished at the 
pavilion, and varied performances at the
Opera House. We stayed till nearly 9 o'clock;
then took train to London. When we arrived
at our lodgings we were very tired. The day has
been most successfully and enjoyable spent.
Sight-seeing is work of the hardest kind,
though as with other work, if well attended to it
produces good results.

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June 21. Sunday.  This morning I attended early service
at St. Pauls; thence I went to the church of
St. Mary le Bow, – the old Bow Bells church, the
chimes of which it is said turned back the 
run-a-way lad, Dick Whittington, thrice
Lord Mayor of London. Within this church
are many graves; one walks over them,
and while at worship, sits above the
sepulchres. From Bow Bells, I hastened by
bus-line to the West End of the City and
witnessed the celebration of High Mass at 
the Catholic oratory. Then I took a walk
through Hyde Park, passing along Rotten
Row – thronged as usual with thousands of
people, many of them there to be seen. I sat to
rest in a park chair, and soon was approached
by a collector who demanded a penny, for 
which I received a ticket, entitling me to
sit down this day in the Park. Everything has
to be paid for here. Near the Marble Arch
Entrance, crowds of people were collected in
the Park; and speakers were busily haranguing
them. Within 20 yards diameter, I found
Presbyterians, Methodists, and Atheists expound-
ing their beliefs. On my way from the
Park, I passed again the Albert Memorial,
and the Albert Hall. 
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Meeting at 42 Penton St; and by request I addressed
the people, occupying the whole of the time.
The good people here show me every possible
consideration; this evening I was urged by so
many to take supper with them; but having
much writing to attend to I was compelled to
decline. It was the purpose of the Elders to
hold an out-door meeting later; but while
I was speaking in-doors, one of the notorious
Garman's men, – one Shaler by name, appeared
at the door. He waited till we went out; then 
followed us, being joined by others as he pro-
ceeded. Our Elders distributed tracts along
the way; Shaler did likewise; I got some 
of his papers, and found them to be sensational
lies about "polygamous Utah". At intervals he
would cry out "Beware of the Mormons". His
purpose plainly was to break up our meet-
ing should we proceed to hold one: but Pres.
Thurman concluded not to tempt disturbance
and perhaps violence, so, the meeting was
dispensed with, and as the Elders separated,
Shaler's disappointment and rage were pitiable.
It would have been an easy matter to send
some Elders off in another direction, and so
escape the would-be disturbers; it would
certainly have been unwise to encourage
disturbance; but as the hour was late, and

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June 21 (con) the weather unpropitious the meeting was postponed
		On the way to my lodgings, I walked and
		talked with Brother and Sister Waukley, – once
		of Utah, but living now in London to get geneolog-
		ical information. They are English by birth. 
		They explained to me much of the rottenness
		of society. I thought I had already seen
		enough of it but my time and opportunity
		have been limited. Bro. Waukley says his
		employment causes him to be on the streets
		late at night, and he has repeatedly seen
		acts of sexual crime on the streets. He spoke of
		the growing aversion among people of society
		to bearing children; and said that his own
		mother,– generally a good woman,– told him
		he was a fool to assume the responsibility
		of raising children. 
			In yesterdays' issue of the London Chronicle
		I read an urgent appeal to young people, to ab-
		stain from marrying, and to the already married, 
		to cease bringing into the world "unnecessary
		offspring" with which to burden themselves
		in the work of life. So, marriage is a hinderance
		is it, and children a curse? Great God!
		how like swine are many people become, 
		trampling Thy pearls beneath their feet, and
		seeking to rend those who would rescue the
		jewels!

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June 22. Had made all possible preparations to
	leave London today. Spent the early part
	of the day at 20 Hanover Square, waiting
	there till the foreign mail was delivered. I 
	was rewarded by receiving a letter from Maria
Mine, giving comforting news that all is
	well at home; or rather that all was well
	on the day of writing (June 7).
		Took Cab to Paddington Station; having
	some time to wait there for train, I sought
	for some of Father's old friends; found the old
	homes, and people who know those whom
I sought: but that was all. 
     Took Great Western train to Newbury Banks:
stopped here and performed several little 
errands for Aunt Julia Horne of Salt Lake City.
Expected to meet Elder Prye here: but finding
	on enquiry at his stopping places that
he was not in town, I went on by evening 
train to Hungerford, the place of my
	birth, and the scene of my earliest boyhood
	experiences. It was night when I arrived:
	I went at once to the Bell Inn; a tavern
	of old-time days- the house at which I 
	was born. I had hoped to find lodgings
there: but failed, as the house was already
	full. Enquired at several other hotels,  with
	like results. Then I called at the house

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June 22 (con) of William Harris  a next-door neighbor
	of ours in the days of long ago. I recognised 
	him and his wife at once; they seem to 
	have scarcely changed. As soon as they
	learned who I was, they became very friendly
	to me; and insisted on my remaining with
	them this night. We took supper together
	and spent the time till near midnight in
talks over old times, in song and music.
	This is a surprisingly kind reception.
June 23 At breakfast, I had an opportunity of 
	talking with Mr. Harriss, and his family - 
consisting of his wife, and two grown daughters, -
	on the principles of our faith; I found them
	filled with the old ideas of slavery and savagery
	under Mormon influences,  the surprise that they
	manifested on learning that a person is at
	liberty to do as he likes in going and e[--]uing
	at pleasure, in Utah, was alm ost amusing.
		Immediately after breakfast, I started
	out to view my old town; and from the first
	I was struck with the unchanged aspect
	of things. Everything looks as it used to do:
	the same houses  I didn't find a new one: the
	same shops, the same shop keepers, all, every-
	thing the same. What a contrast with the
	ever shifting ever improving condition of our
	new country! I was surprised however, at

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		the seemingly short distance between places
		known to me;– I have remembered these separating
		distances, according to the measures of boy-
		hood.
			I called on John Gibbs and Wife, once members
		of the church; on Michael Gibbs his son; on Mrs.
		May Martin, an old friend of mother's; Mrs Samson,
		and Mrs Jessett, old neighbors of ours; and many others
		My heart throbs wildly as I retrace the old paths,
		and visit again the places of such personal
		interest to me, from which I have been away
		now fifteen years. I walked along by the
		canal, in which I used to fish; and, seeing there
		a boy afishing, I hired his tackle for a time,
		to enjoy again the old sport. I had good
		luck, and in half an hour landed five
		fine perch: these I left with the boy, to-
		gether with 3d: I called at the National
		School,– the place at which I received so 
		many thrashings years ago; the same
		teacher- Mr Newhook is there; he received 
		me gladly; showed me through the school,
		told his pupils about me; introduced me
		to his assistant teachers; carried me off with
		signs of triumph to the house, and called
		Mrs. Newhook to add her welcome to his old
		pupil; and I could only get away at last
		by promising to call again and spend

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June 23 (con) an evening with them before I return to
	America. In the evening I went to 
	Ramsbury; travelling in the old style of
	Carrier's Van- the same van in which
	I rode 22 years ago: the same driver - 
good old Dick Chamberlain, as he is
	familiarly called: and he tells me, the 
	same horse and harness. The old man
	stopped at the same public houses as of 
	old, and for the self same purpose. I
	seem to remember the whole wad; could
	locate the trees and mile stones: the hedges
	and houses. Arrived at Ramsbury, I 
	took lodgings at Mrs. H Jones', Lady Jones
	as the lady used to be and is still called.
	She recognised me at once; and immediately
	set about making me comfortable
June 24 Rose early; and immediately after breakfast
	started out on my rounds. First visited the
	old churchyard; and stood by the grave,
	in which lies my Grandfather together
with several of his kindred, gone before. Gathered
	some Forget-me-nots, buttercups, and daisies
	from the old tomb, and sent such in a 
	letter to Father and Mother. Called on Thomas
	Pullen and wife: the lady is a cousin of
	mine: they received me very kindly. Then
	called on Uncle John - Grandfather's sole

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		surviving brother. I found the old man
		quite childish; he is now 80 years of age,
		but holds to the idea that he is going to
		reach the century mark of his life. He
		has given himself wholly to the sect
		known as the Salvation Army; and is
		quite enthusiastic in praise of the 
		organization. He believes that he has
		been robbed of his property rights; and
		declares that he is poorly looked after
		and even neglected by his family. His
		oldest son Jesse is now Master of the 
		old house; Uncle John's daughter, Annie,
		still lives at home unmarried. The
		whole family seem to be attache's of the
		great Salvation Army. 
			Next I called on John Rosier, and
		his good wife– my Cousin Ada, who live
		at our old home, which father sold to
		Mr Rosier just before we moved away
		from Ramsbury. They have seven children
		now, and seem to be a happy family, though
		Cousin Ada's health is not good. She is a 
		light-hearted and winsome as she used 
		to be, when, as a boy, I gazed upon her
		as my ideal of gentle womanhood; that
		was nearly 20 years ago. John Rosier
		conducted me over the old property, and

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June 24 (con.) though some changes have been made, yet the 
old landmarks are still discernible.
	Next I called on Mrs John Johnson, who 
	is the daughter of Bro. Wm Marchant
who died about the time of my Grandfather's 
death. She promised me genealogical data
	of her father's family.  I met Mr Barrett
	and wife,-old acquaintances of the family.
	Nearly everybody I meet, who was here
	16 years ago, seems to recognize me at first 
	sight.  Called also on John Hacken, a cousin 
of ours through marriage.
		Than immediatly after mid-day lunch I 
	went to the Church, and interviewed the
	Vicar, Rev. Mr. Baber, in regard to getting
	access to the Parish Registers for abstracting
	genealogical items.  This part of my work form-
	ing as it does the second motive of my 
	present trip, was undertaken almost with
fear and trembling; and I did not attempt
	it without prayer.  At first the Vicar was
inclined to be formal: he alluded to the 
	difficulty of keeping up these records etc. etc., here
	and there in the course of conversation he
	dropped a question to ascertain who I was,
and what I wanted of these items; then he
	quoted the fees, - a shilling for the first year
	searched in the record, and 6d. for every other

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year: and then asked if I would object to paying
a guinea for the privilege of searching the 
records of births and baptisms. I answered him
that I would gladly double that fee if he would
give me access to the full registers. That
offer he accepted; he opened the record
chest containing entries of baptisms (the only
record equivalent to births), marriages and
burials: showed me how to consult them to
best advantage, and left me to myself. I
fervently thanked God that the expected 
obstacles in the way of getting at the
records had vanished; and at once I set to
work. I continued until evening; and by that
time had succeeded in reading through all
the baptisms record; and found and copied
22 entries of the Talmage family; the first in
1699 A. D., the last in 1810 A.D. I find one 
thing of great interest and importance to
me in this search,  that the spelling of
our name has varied considerably. Most people
in Wiltshire today pronounce the family
cognomen "Talmage" as if spelt Tammage;
and I find that in 1714 A.D., the name appears 
on the Parish records, "Tamidge". In 1709
it is spelled "Tamage"; so also in 1708: but
in 1699 it appears as "Tammage." This
variation in spelling is important; I found

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Report from
HENRY GRAY, Genealogical & Topographical Bookseller,
		47, LEICESTER SQUARE, LONDON. W.C.

The following contain pedigrees of
	the following families of Talmach
	Talmast or Talmache (Tollemache)
	of which I think the Name of
		Talmage is a variation
Gage's Thingoe Hundred Suffolk
		thick 4[-] [---]  27/- [---]t
Metcalfe's Visitation of Suffolk
		2 pedigrees	22/6 [---]t
Lee's History of Thame
		small folio [---] 1883
					31/6

[Written sideways in left margin]
Read also Hungerfordiana

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June 24 (con.) while searching the genealogical records of Wilts
at the British Museum Library (see entry of
June 18, p. 150 this book) no mention of any name
spelled as ours is; but I found record of the
families "Talmach", "Talmash", "Talmache",
which I did not follow as I had no knowledge
of any variation in the Talmage name. The
Mr B. F. Stevens referred to on page 150, whom
I consulted in regard to our family pedigrees,
referred the matter to Henry Gray a well-known
authority on such matters; the written report
of Mr Gray is attached here for reference. He
is of opinion that these families are the same;
so it may be well to follow such pedigrees when
I get back to London.
	At night I called also on Mr John Phelps,
a lawyer with whom Father once had dealings:
the gentleman received me kindly, and urged me
to call again before leaving.
	Called also on Wm Goodman, proprietor of the
"Boot" hotel or tavern, or, as it is called here
public-house. Kind reception as usual. This man
I remember from my early boyhood as a
decided oddity: he is none the less such now.
The "Boot" is a typical public house of the
cheap kind; and while chatting with Goodman I
had an opportunity of observing the ways of
the place. The "tap-room" a general sitting-room

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of the tavern is a plain appartment; brick floors;
settles, or high-backed seats, and common tables,
with cross supports at the ends, suggesting a 
temporary tresle bench; yet such tables are
far from being temporary affairs, for enquiring
showed that they have been in the place now
over a quarter of a century. When I went in
10 people were there, and 5 others came in before
I left.  They sit around, each with an old
pipe in his mouth, and a mug of beer
at hand; some of them dozing; others engaged 
in a maudlin talk, without pith or print, 
and apparently with the sole object of passing
away the time.  Most of these men work for 
wages which are barely sufficient to keep
their families alive; yet they take their money
that belongs to their wives and children for beer
and tobacco. While I was there a woman with 
baby in arms came in, and in no gentle way
demanded that her dro[-]ing and ill-tempered
husband should come home, at the same 
time edifying the other inmates of the place 
with a recital of family wrongs of which she
was the victim.  Somebody offered her some
beer; at first she declined it, but soon re-
considered, and then she became reconciled
to the place, and when I left she was appar-
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June 25. Took an early morning walk; and among
many pleasures, I must reckon as one of
the chief, the singing of the  skylark. This
sweet-toned creature has the power of a fabled
charm over me. Were I a poet, I would ask no
more inspiring muse than its sweet song:
were I a musician, I would aim to imitate
its melody: were I an artist of the canvas
I would rejoice in its portraits,  but ah! I could
not paint its song.
	At as early an hour as possible without doing
violence to the proprieties in the matter,
I called on Mr & Mrs Rosier, the father of Harry
Rosier, an old schoolmate, and a dear friend
of mine, who has died since I left Ramsbury.
I obtained the essential items of his genealogy:
and hope, as none of his family are in the
Church, to do his work for him. 
	Soon after nine o'clock I was at the Vicarage,
pursuing my work at the Registers. I worked
steadily, with scarcely an interruption, till
seven at night; and succeeded in examining
the entire record  from the earliest entry, which
begins -- "With the yeare of our Lord God 1678
And in the Thirtieth yeare of the Reign of 
our Dread Sovereign Lord King Charles the
Second," to the last entry, which bears
date of the day before yesterday, June 23, 1891,

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and testifies to the burial of Thomas Dopson
of Ramsbury, aged 69; a man whom I well
remember for his argumentative and generally
agressive manner.		I could not ask for
greater freedom and liberty with the Registers
than has been accorded me; and I have
copied every item which seemed to me at all
likely to have bearing on our work in the
Temples. I took the names of several friends
not known to be relatives, for whom I hope
to find it possible to officiate. I feel
tonight, that, through the Assistance of the
Lord, who has so opened the way for me,
I have in my possession all the genealogical
information of our family which the Ramsbury
Parish Registers can impart; but this is not all
that is needed. I cannot always tell or even infer
with confidence, the relationship existing between
parties named in the Register: but I have
taken all items of interest, and shall make 
comparrisons later.
I was much interested in the style and 
appearance of the old records; many of them
look truly venerable; most of them are on
parchment, and are inscribed with characters
that are wonderful for their illegibility. It is
no easy matter to read many of the time-worn
pages. In the record of Burials during the greater

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June 25 (con) part of the 17" century, a statement is made in
		each case that the deceased was buried in woollen
		wrappings only. The nature of such records will 
		be best understood from the following copies:–
		    Under date of 1678 a.d:–
		" " Alexander, the son of Alexander Porter was
		" " buried the tenth day of October. Catherine Hawes
		"of the parish of Ramsbury in the County of Wilts
		"maketh oath that Alexander, the son of Alexander
		"Porter of the Parish aforesaid in the County aforesaid,
		"lately deceased, was not put in, wrapt, or
		"wound up, or buried in any Shirt, Shift, Sheet,
		"or Shroud, made or mingled with Flax, Hemp,
		"Silk, Hair, Gold, or Silver, or other than what
		"is made of sheep's wool only: nor in any coffin
		"lived or fared with any cloth, stuff, or other
		"thing whatsoever, made or mingled with Flax,
		"Hemp, Silk, Hair, Gold, or Silver, or an other
		"material but Sheep's Wool only. Dated the sixteenth
		"day of October, in the thirtieth year of the
		"reign of our Sovereign Lord, Charles the
		"Second, King of England, Scotland, France, 
		"and Ireland, &c.
		"							      The marke of
		"	Sealed and subscribed                Jone X Allin
		"by us who were present, and		Tho. Cary.
		"witnesses to the swearing of
		"the aforesaid affidavit.

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		" I, Seymour Pile, Kt. and Barontt"tt one of his
		"Mgtres" Justices of the Peace and Quorum for this
		"County of Wilts, do hereby certify that the day and
		"year abovesaid, the said Catherine Hawes came
		"before me and made such affidavit as is
		"above specified, according to a late act of Par-
		"liament untitled An Act for bringing in Woollen.
		"Witness my hand the day and year first
		"above written.
		"			Seymour Pile SSSS."
			As a farther illustration, I copy of the
		record November 7, 1678'-
		" " Avermin the wife of Robert Ardin was buried
		"the seventh day of November, and Affidavit
		"made before a Justice of the Peace for this County
		"in the presence of two credible witnesses according
		"to the direccion of the Act of Parliamen"t & according
		"to the form of the Certificate above written, that
		"she was buried in Woollen onely; which certificate
		"was brought to the Minister within the time
		"after interment specified in the said act"
				And again:–
		"1680 "John Wilson Vicar of Ramsbury was
		"buried the sixteenth day of June. And
		"affidavit made within eight dayes after
		"that he was buried in Woollen only".
		Similar entries abound: I traced this style of record
		till A.D. 1717; it may extend much farther. I

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June 25(con.) cannot understand the purpose of such laws.
		While I was engaged, the Vicar, Mr Baber, came
		at intervals to offer any assistance I might desire.
		He showed a very courteous spirit. Toward even-
		ing he asked about my American home: in what
		part of America it is etc. When I named Salt Lake
		City Utah, he asked if I was a Mormon; and upon
		my answering in the affirmative, he gave ex-
		pression to very liberal views on religious tolerance:
		saying he thought all the tenets of Mormonism
		were wrong; yet he believed that all sects should
		enjoy religious freedom; the Mormons among the
		rest. He seemed even more anxious to aid me
		after learning my faith than he did before.
		As the Ramsbury Church is now being rebuilt and
		funds are needed, he begged of me to take several
		copies of a printed appeal for aid, and present
		such to Ramsbury people now in Utah, in the 
		hope that they will help the movement. Mr Baber
		bade me a very warm adieu, and promised
		me any needed assistance within his power
		to give me in the future. I acknowledge the Hand
		of God in this great favor.			At night, by special request of Mr John 
		Phelps, who met me as I was coming from the
		Vicarage, I called upon him at his house,
		and enjoyed a very pleasant and profitable
		evening's conversation.

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	Every day I see some new example of the
prevalent system of hard work and low
wages.	Mr H. Jones, at whose humble 
house I am stopping here in Ramsbury,
is an old man of 67 years. He has to work
for daily support: – labors on a farm which
is 4 miles away: this distance he covers
to and from his place of labor morning and
night. He has to get up every morning
at 2.30 o'clock and be at his place of toil
by 4 o'clock. He returns home at 6:30 p. m.
For this he gets 10 shillings a week.
June 26. Being desirous of visiting the home of Mother's
family, I this day engaged my cousin Tobias
Talmage of Ramsbury, who is a carrier by oc-
cupation to provide a conveyance and drive
me to Lambourne and vicinity. We left early
in a so-called Dog-cart, drawn by a tiny
pony, scarce larger than a big dog. The
ride through the green lanes of this part
of England was highly enjoyable, though
the weather was, as is usual in England,
very variable, sunshine, mist, and heavy
rain occurring in quick succession.
Arrived at Lambourne – a quaint old town,
with narrow streets, old thatched houses
standing full on the street, – I soon found
the abode of one of my mother's sisters,

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June 26(con) Mrs Mary Blurring. She received me very 
kindly; at present she is bearing the burden
of a fresh grief, having recently suffered the
loss of her husband, George Blurring. Aunt
Mary is now living with her son's family. I
obtained from her several important items
of genealogical information, and valuable
hints on the best method of obtaining
farther data. Acting upon her suggestions, I
next visited Lambourne Church, - an old and
venerable-looking structure in Normaln style,
dating from the 16" century. Some tombs within
the Church bear date of 1538; the house of
the Vicar shows a stone over the door marked
1819. In the churchyard I found several
tombstones of the Prater family, my mother's
ancestors;- from these I obtained much
information. Then I sought the Vicar the
Rev. Mr Light: I found him somewhat austere
at first; but at last he agreed to permit
me to examine the records - for a consider-
ation. He asked a fee of half a guinea;
this I paid; then he brought forth the books
of baptisms and burials from the earliest
period of the parish - 1500. By careful searching
I found many entries under the name of Prater;
these I copied, without being able to ascertain
however, whether the persons so designated

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		are connections of Mother's family or not. In
		the afternoon, Cousin Tobias and I took lunch
		at the "Hind's Head" Tavern, in old fashioned
		style;– bread and cheese and ginger beer.
		Then we drove on to Lambourne Woodlands,
		or Woodlands St. Marys as the scattered
		place is sometimes called. There I called
		upon Mrs. Sarah Bew, a sister to Aunt Julia
		Howe of Salt Lake City; to whom I bore a 
		message from Aunt Julia.
			Then I called on Mrs. Sarah Green, – Mothers
		sister; my Aunt Sarah. She recognized me
		at once. I met her husband Wm. Green, for the
		first time. He seems to be greatly interested
		in flowers; he gave me some choice seeds
		and asked a return of Utah seeds. Aunt Sarah
		gave me some additional information relative
		to the genealogical record.
			In the evening drove on to Hungerford; 	
		there called on Bro. Michael Gibbs and family–
		they seem to be very worthy people and
		very desirous of gathering to Utah. Returned
		to Ramsbury; found Elder Prye awaiting
		me at Mrs. Jones. He is appointed to
		labor as a Missionary in this District;
		he has engaged the Public Hall for a
		meeting on Sunday Night next, at which
		I am to deliver an address.

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June 27. Made early calls on the Shepherd, the Franklin,
		the Pullen, the Hacker, and the Kimber families,
		all relatives by marriage. John Hacker,
		a second cousin, opened up an argument
		in the peculiar style of his, which I well
		remember from the days when <he> I used
		talk and try to quarrel on religious mat-
		ters with Father. He is a chronic grumbler,
		and a Miser. I hope I may never be as poor
		as he professes to be. His acquaintances
		know that he has much property, yet he
		shows a poverty-stricken soul.
			At noon started for Hungerford, travel-
		ing by Carrier's Cart. Took room at
the house of Mrs Breadmore, who
		lives near the Downs, Hungerford.
		Called during the afternoon on
		several old acquaintances.
			In the evening, according to previously
		made appointment, I visited the family
		of Mr James Newhook: my former school-
		master; he is still operating at the same 
		place. I was received with marked consideration:
took "tea" – the evening meal at 5 o'clock:
then followed a long walk with Mr Newhook
		over the "Downs" or "Commons"– the pastures
		of the town; then supper – at 10, – I wonder
		how these good English people can

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		possibly eat so often; after supper fol-
		lowed a long conversation, interspersed 
		with music etc. I was gratified to find
		among the company a prevailing spirit
		of curiosity, which subsequently led to
		earnest enquiry, as to the conditions' of
		Utah life, and the characteristic features
		of Mormonism. I remember that when
		I was a pupil under Mr Newhook, nearly
		20 years ago, he often referred to the
		Mormons in a very disrespectful way; and
		I am informed by his present pupils and
		parents of the same, that now even, he
		loses no good opportunity to "run down"
		the L. D. Saints. As conversation progressed
		this evening, he expressed his surprise
		to learn that we were Christians at all; that
		we believed in the Bible; that we practised
religious toleration; that we were industrious
		and progressive people etc. etc., and toward
		the close of this pleasant and profitable
		evening's entertainments, he declared that
		he had judged our creed before he had
heard it; and that he knew he had been
		unwise. Both he and Mrs. Newhook declare
		that, according to the doctrines explained
		by me, they considered themselves really
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June 27(con.) investigate farther. The interest they man-
		ifested seemed deep and sincere; three
		times I rose to leave, thinking that
		propriety required my withdrawal as the hour
		was late; but each time the company
		pleaded so kindly and earnestly for me
		to remain that I seated myself again.
		When at last I did withdraw, it was with
		the promise that I would meet Mr Newhook
		next (Sunday) morning before the Church service.
		He accompanied me to my lodgings, which
		we reached at 1 a.m.
June 28.	Sunday: Attended Church Service at "St.
Savior's Church," Eddington, the place at
		which I have so often been years ago. Mr Newhook
		awaited me at the door; and accompanied
me after the service; introducing me to all
		the prominent men he could find. He
		seemed proud of his old pupil, now, as
		he put it "President of a Mormon College,
and a Fellow of our famous Royal Micro-
		scopical Society". I presented him with
		a Book of Mormon; a Voice of Warning;
		and several tracts. May the Lord sanctify
		the results.
			The Service at St. Savior's was, of course,
		after the order of the English Established
		Church. The sermon by the Curate, Mr. Watkin

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PUBLIC HALL,
RAMSBURY.


ELDER JOHN PRYE RESPECTFULLY ANNOUNCES THAT A
RELIGIOUS MEETING
WILL BE HELD AT 7.30 P.M.,
ON SUNDAY, JUNE the 28th, 1891.
AN ADDRESS
WILL BE DELIVERED BY
Dr. J. E. Talmage,
FORMERLY OF RAMSBURY, WILTS, NOW OF SALT LAKE CITY,
UTAH, U.S.A.

All are cordially invited to be present.
Admission free; no collection.
PRINTED AT THE "TIMES" OFFICE, MARLBOROUGH.

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		was on the text "Be ye one!." A good text,
		and in many respects a good sermon.
		However, the preacher claimed for the
		Clergymen of his church, the authority
		to interpret the scriptures, as a judge on
		the bench interprets the law; and he
		declared that the people were bound
		to accept and abide by such interpretations.
		The attacks which he made upon other
		sects, indicated a course opposed to the
		spirit of his text.
			After church I took dinner, -a good
		old cottage dinner, meat, vegetables, and
		pudding all taken from the same pot,-
– at Bro Michael Gibbs. Bro. Prye was also
present. In the afternoon Bros. Prye, Gibbs
		and myself walked to Ramsbury (5 miles)
		through the famed Littlecote Park,- a road
that I have traversed so often; a beautiful
		walk. I enjoyed it greatly though suffer-
		ing all the way from a severe headache.
		Arrived at Ramsbury. I found bills in
		public places on the streets, announcing
		the meeting of this evening. Such bills I
		was informed had been sent to all the
		houses in town. I went at once to the house
		of Mr Wm Prillen; his good wife - my cousin,
- saw at once my state of illness; and she

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June (28.)con. provided a quiet room for me; and for this
	kind act I blessed her in my heart, for
	I felt so ill as to be very poorly fitted to attempt
	any public utterances at the meeting.
	At 7.30 our meeting began. The public
	hall was filled;  it was the largest
	L. D. S. meeting which I have ever seen
in Ramsbury; and I remember many of our
	old gatherings. After singing and prayer,
	and a short introduction by Bro. Prye, I
began to speak, and continued for an hour.
	By the mercy of God I forgot my headache
	and sickness, and felt free in my labor. The
	audience was very orderly and appreciative
	I spoke of Mormon principles; of the fact
that our gathering to Utah had proved a
	great blessing to us contrary to the prophecies
	of many there present. I left with the
	people a testimony of the truth of the
work; and refuted many of the false state-
ments that had been made about us.
	At the close, the people joined in hearty
	applause and a vote of thanks; and when 
	the meeting was dismissed old friends in
	great members gathered about me to big me
	God-speed. I am grateful that the Lord has
	permitted me to speak in His name, and
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my early life. After meeting I had a long
conversation with Mr. & Mrs. Pullen; in the
meantime, Bro. Prye and Gibbs visited a 
	relative of the latter. The Pullens seemed
	very earnest in their questions; Mrs. Pullen
	especially appeared much impressed and
	affected; and before I started off, she fell
	into tears, and asked her husband to "tell
	me all about it". I wondered what develop-
	ments were about to break; but was
	soon enlightened. Good Mrs. Pullen wanted
	to confess a certain fault of hers, and crave
	my pardon. Our hearing that her Mormon 
	Cousin was about to visit Ramsburg, she
	had vehemently declared that she would not
	meet me; she would not soil her hands
	by contact with a Mormon's hand; and as to
	the meeting,- she would not go; for if she
	did go she would be setting a very very
	bad example etc. etc. etc, all in the same
	line. Now she felt that she had sinned; she
believed me to be sincere; she respected my
belief; she had listened in the front seat at
	the meeting and had believed my words in 
	their entirety. Could I forgive her? I answered
	her freely: that I had nought to forgive;
	by this time I had become used to such
	misrepresentations, and I blamed the

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June 28 (con.) writers and other promulgators of these false-
	hoods rather than the simple-hearted folk
	who were delended by them. The good woman
	had, in spite of her prejudices, been very
	good and kind to me: and for this I blessed
	her. As I was about to leave she took me
	aside and bade me promise that if ever
	I come again to Ramsbury, I will make
	her house my home. So many of my relatives,
the Pullens, the Hackers, the Rosiers, the
Shepherds, the Franklins, the Kimbers, and
	the Talmages seemed ashamed that I have
	been compelled to board on pay at my
	old hosue-town. Of this however, I think
	but little: their first prejudice I can ex-
cuse: all thanks be to God that some of
	this prejudice has been removed.
	 Starting at half past ten Bros. Prye, 
	Gibbs, and myself, walked back to Hun-
	gerford; arriving about midnight,- tired, 
	thankful, and happy.
June 29. The mere fact of my being again in 
	the haunts of my boyhood days kindles
within me much of the old spirit.
Among other desires, I have longed to go
a-fishing, again, as I used to do, in
	the Canal that passes through the town.
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		this species of recreation I fully realized
		the wish expressed above,- I fished as I
		used to do, staying hour after hour at
		the water side, and catching nothing.
		We discovered one mistake late in the
		day;- we were at the wrong place; we
		had foolishly believed the Canal a good
		place for us to fish in; but we found
		the Fishmongers' shop a far more
		satisfactory place. However we had a
		meal of fish, at the house of Bro. Michael
		Gibbs. We passed a very pleasant evening
		with Bro. Gibbs and family: our parting
		was to me very affecting.
			The late twilight, to which I have
		referred before, was strikingly exempli-
		fied tonight; the weather being fair
and the sky clear.	At 10.30 p. m ; the
light in the west was still apparent,
and I was able to clearly see the time
		by my watch.
June 30. Left Hungerford by early train; and
after a pleasant ride of 1½ hours I arrived
		at Paddington, London. Went at once
		to the Church Office, and consulted with
		Bros. Reed Smoot and Samuel King, who
		are intending to accompany me to the
		Continent. In the afternoon I visited the

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June 30 (con.) world-renowned Westminster Abbey, fitly
	described as one of the chief landmarks
	of English history. I witnessed the afternoon
	service, conducted, of course after the
	ritual of the Church of England. Later
	in the day I attended an exhibition of the
	Royal Aquarium;- an interesting place,
	full of things instructive and amusing.
	It is full of catch-penny devices, as is
	also the Crystal Palace, and almost all
	other public resorts in England. At the Royal
	Aquarium, a shilling is charged for
	admittance; and when once inside you
	begin an interminable list of extra
	payments. Reserved seats in the auditorium
are 6d and 11 apiece; but bask seats appeared
	to be open to all. I tried to take possession
	of one of these back seats, but found the
	base of the seat tilted back, and a printed
	cart in sight, directing that a penny must
	be put into the slot to release the spring.
	I deposited the penny; turned down the 
	seat, then proceeded to sit down; but before
	I succeeded the seat sprang back; and
	another penny coax had to be used to induce
	it to condescend to receive me for a season.
	Another incident in the same line
	happened this morning. At the Paddington

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	station I entered the lavatory and washed
	my hands; charge 1d; then I visited the
	water closet and had to pay 1d more. I wanted
	to cough and spit, but having no more
	small change about me, I had to go outside
	so to do.
		At night Elders Smoot and King and myself
	attended a performance at the Alhambra
	Theatre. The program was of the "Variety"
	kind; many of the items were decidedly
	interesting. The grand ballet was fine
	in its way; yet to me, much of the
	dancing now considered best, appears
	ungraceful. Stayed all night at the Church OfficeJuly 1. Early this morning, Elders Smoot and King
	and myself applied at Cook and Cis office
	for tickets for our proposed journey on the
	Continent. We have planned a tour through
	Holland, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland,
	Italy, and France. We shall be able to spend
	but a very short space of time in
	each place of interest. All being well,
	we aim to start tomorrow. Our tickets
	themselves form a considerable item
	of luggage; each of us having 13 books
	of tickets, with two volumes of coupons,
	the latter entitling us to hold accommo-
	dations where we go. In the afternoon

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July 1(con) I visited the R. M. S. rooms at Hanover
		Square, and later Elders Smoot and King, and
		myself visited the Houses of Parliament,
		relying upon the favor of a slight
		acquaintance between Bro. King and
		a member of the House of Commons to
		secure us admittance to that House. Un-
		fortunately for us, the House adjourned
		soon after our arrival in the lobby, so
		we retired with the hope of witnessing
		a parliamentary debate in the future.
		We returned to the office by way of
		St. James' Park, and Hyde Park, by Buck-
		ingham Palace, the chief residence of 
		the Queen.
			Slept at Church Office at night.
July 2, 1891 Rose early and packed our little travelling bags
for departure, leaving most of our luggage at
		the office. Took early breakfast: mine cost 3½d
and consisted of Yarmouth Bloaters and bread and
		butter,- a good sample of London cheap meals.
		At 9.55 a. m. we, – Elders Smoot and King and I,-left
		the London Station at Hollom Viaduct, by the
London Chatham and Dover Railway. A delightful
		ride characterized by many pleasing sights and
		pleasant insidents brought us to Dover at
		noon. The suburbs of London through which
		we passed are pretty places; Dullidge is one of

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them, and there we saw the buildings and
	grounds of a Boy's College. The fine hop fields
	of Kent were remarkable. A well-informed and
	kindly disposed fellow passenger explained
	to us many of the interesting objects of the journey.
	He stated that the hop-harvest is an im-
	portant season in Kent; the poor people came
	from London to work in the fields, and gain a
	little money and much fresh air and country
	enjoyment at the same time. Here and
	there we passed large tracts used as Game
	perserves, and kept in such condition for
	the pleasure of a few rich men; especially
	marked were the covers at Selling, - the residence
	of Lord Sommes. We paused at Canterbury,
	-characterized in history and roman[-]e. 
	From the train we could distinctly see the
	chief features of the town, notably the Cathedral
	with its three prominent towers. I regret not
	being able to enter the place and stand by
	the old shrines. Remnants of the old city
	wall and large bastions are still to be seen.
	Many castles and forts attracted my attention.
	The "Li[--]s" at Chatham, and the low fortresses
	at the Midway River Channel are imposing; 
	also the celibrated Dover Castle near the end
	of this section of our ride. The White Cliffs
	of Dover are prominent; it is said they can

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July 2 (con.) can be seen on a clear day from the shore of
France. The Cretaceous formations are prevalent
throughout South eastern England; today I saw
many instances of pure chalk overlaid with
all[---] clay. At Dover we embarked on the
Steamer "Princess Henriette", and were soon
at sea. The vessel is a very fine one; everything
comfortable and convenient. Most travellers
dread the channel trip, because of the usual
roughness of the sea; but today all was
specially favorable; though the water was
"choppy" and the waves at times large, yet
all was well and pleasant. I enjoyed the
sun immensely. At 4 p. m. we landed
at Ostend, Belgium. The sea view as we approach-
ed the town was very beautiful; the fishing
boats, for which the town is noted, dotted the
water. The Custom Officers at Ostend were
very accommodating; they asked us questions
about our baggage, and put the official pass-
seal without farther delay. We had time to walk
about a little; get a sandwich and eat it; look
out upon the streets etc: but at 4.40 we were
on board the train, headed for Brussels. 
We took second class carriage;  the arrangements and
accommodations are ample. On the way we 
stopped at Bruges; (the name means bridges,
and is applied on account of the many bridges over

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	the canals in the town). We saw the large Cathedral,
	with its tall brown tower. Gazing at this tower,
	– of the Notre Dame, – Longfellows flowing lines
	come to my mind:–		
		"In the market-place of Bruges,
		Stands the belfry old and brown:
		Thrice consumed, and thrice rebuilded,
		Still it watches o'er the town."
	Nearly all the Belgian houses are roofed with
	the crumpled or corrugated tiles.
		Then came Ghent, or Gand (pronounced "gong"),
	also "famous in story and in song". The
	old prison, which served the purposes of the
	cruel Spaniards in the 5" & 6" Centuries was
	pointed out to us. Therein a man was once
	confined, condemned to death by starvation.
	Only his daughter was permitted to visit
	him, and she, of course, was searched before
	entering his cell. As he did not die, it was
	suspected that the daughter in some way
	supplied him with food; and a watch was
	set at her visits. It was found that she
	suckled him daily from her own breasts. This
	being reported to the judges, the legend
	states that the culprit was pardoned.
	  Alost is a beautiful town: it is the seat of
	the hop markets of Belgium; the canals, lead-
	ing to the sea, are very numerous. Windmills

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July 2 (con) abound: they are utilized in grinding wheat.
Just at this time, the hay fields are alive
with workers – women and girls mostly; and 
these with their gay head-wraps are very picturesque
additions to the landscape. Belguim appears to
be a very beautiful country: it is well wooded,
and finely watered: the crops are heavy, and just
now the country is smiling.
	As we neared Brussels we saw the church
of Laeken, with its massive though low tower,
covering the royal tombs. Arrived at the Capital
of the Kingdom at 7 o'clock: went straight to
the Grand Hotel Brittanique; this is one [--]
a great number of Brussels hotels to which our 
coupons from Cook & Co. entitle us. We were 
provided with finely furnished rooms, and other 
conveniences in the same high order. Took 
dinner - table d'hote, at 8. Then visited the
Waux-hall Concert Garden - a beautiful
spot, finely arranged. The music was superb.
Under the trees were at least 200 tables, around 
which sat probably 750 people: listening
to the music, and drinking tea, coffee, beer,
lemonade, or stronger drinks. The prevailing 
quaintness and order of the place were remarkable.
The "Wauxhall Parc." differs from most city parks:
it appears as a natural park: the trees are 
large: and as you walk through it, you fancy

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	yourself in a forest. After the concert, we
	walked through some of the principal streets
	of the city. Found many ready guides on every corner,
	all anxious to take us here, and take us there,
	and I am sure "take us in." without great delay.
	We had no use for any of them; through a study
	of the guide books, and maps of the city,
	prosecuted on the way today, we had no
	difficulty in finding our way about. Reached
	our hotel late: and were thankful for the
	very comfortable beds there awaiting us.
July 3. After an early breakfast we took an open
	cab and started on a tour of inspection. The
	horse attached to our vehicle was a fair
	sample of the kind most common here, –
	scarce more than bones and hide; but he
	did his work for us well. The hard pavement
	hereabouts must be very hard on horses feet.
	One of the first sights to interest us was
	the substitution of dogs for horses in light
	work. Milkmen, and peddlers generally,
	conveyed their wares in two wheeled
	carts, each drawn by a dog. Usually
	the animal walks under the wagon,
	being attached to an upright from the
	handle or shafts, so that as the dog
	walks his head is toward the tail-board
	of the cart. The man or woman in charge

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July 3. (con) of the vehicle shares the work or propulsion
with the canine of burden. All kinds of
dogs are utilized in this service; and
the faithful creatures appear to labor very
hard. They are usually muzzled, with-
out bridle or halter: the harness consists
of collar, cart-saddle and traces. Ladies walk-
ing upon the streets or promenading in the
parks are usually attended by dogs; most
commonly the creatures are led by a chain
or cord. Thus in Brussels dogs seem to
displace very largely both horses and dudes.
	Most of the women seen upon the streets,
except those in full dress, were bare-headed.
Hats seem to be regarded by the females
here more as ornaments than necessities.
Even at the stations we saw many arriving
and leaving by train, all bareheaded. I ventured
to ask one lady in a shop at which we
purchased some pictures, why the wearing
of head covers was so unusual. She ans-
wered in German that the women were
better for dispensing with hats and bonnets,
their hair growing better, and baldness being
less frequent.
	We visited the New Palace of Justice;
and threaded the corridors and spacious halls of
this magnificent structure. It is indeed

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	a superb edifice. See Guide Book for
	particulars. Later we passed through
	the Houses of Parliament: consisting of
	House of Commons, and the Senate Chamber;
	with many Committee Rooms, and Reception
	Halls; all constructed in admirable
	design and furnished most luxuriously
	even lavishly. The lace curtains, most
	beautiful carpets and bewitching tapestries
	are of Belgian manufacture, and they 
	show to admirable advantage the special-
	ties of the nation: Magnificent paintings,
tapestry hangings, and sculptures adorn
	the place, all examples of historical in-
	cidents. Of course fees had to be paid the
lackeys who conducted us through.
		During the day we witnessed two
	funeral corteges; the horses drawing the
	hearse in each case were caparisoned
	in black: floral emblems in beautiful
	designs hung upon the hearse, which was 
	closed from view, having no glass windows
	revealing the casket, as is common in 
	America.
		Conveniences and Necessarries (Urinals etc) for men
	are common on every corner; but I was struck
	with the lack of privacy attending such
	places. Some of them are entirely open, and

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July 3(con) the consequent exposure is offensive to our
		ideas of propriety. The people hereabouts
		however seem to think little of this: indeed
		there is a fountain in Brussels, which
		we saw, named "Fontaine de Manneken
		Pis"; the name expresses everything about
		it. We visited also the Musee Wiertz:
		containing a large collection of the works of
		this famous artist. Some of the paintings
		and drawing surpass in depth of expression,
		and completeness of detail, anything seen by me
		before. As is the case in all Art Galleries
		of today, nude figures are common. Now, I
		am far from the prude state which
		decries all representations of the human
		form as wrong: yet I am sure the artist,
		in many instances goes a long distance from
		his way to represent nudity. In many
		pictures I see inconsistency and impropriety
		in showing unrobed figures.
			We walked in the Parc Leopold: and
		applied for admission to the noted Museum
		of Natural History: which however was denied
		us as the building is closed for repairs
It would be difficult to name all places visited
		and seen in our ride (See Guide Card, marked.)
			In the afternoon we took train and visited
		the famous field of Waterloo. A severe rain

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	storm came on and our enjoyment of the visit
	may have been somewhat lowered, though
	we traversed the field till we had seen the
	principal features; though wet to the skin.
	The Lion Mound is grand: on a central
	core of brick the soil of the field has
	been piled to form a huge hill, on
	the summit of which stands a massive
	iron cast of a lion. By the aid of guide-
	books and maps, and the assistance of
	two very interesting living guides who
	accompanied us (see lower) we traced the
	locations of the armies and divisions and the
	movements of the troops. In the village
	of Waterloo we visited the Church, and
	stood by the monuments that have been
	erected to the slain. In the garden of a
	citizen near by we saw the monument
	erected over the leg of the Lord Uxbridge,
	(at the time of the battle he was Marquis
	of Anglesea): through a wound received in
	the fight he had to suffer an amputation
	of his leg: the severed member is buried
	in the garden, with slab of marble, and a
	weeping willow tree to show the place.
	While on the field we gathered some ears
	from a field of barley, flourishing
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July3(con) It was an impressive occurence, thus
		to stand upon dread Waterloo; the scene of
		the terrible terrors of war. Byron's words came
		forcibly to my mind:-
	"Stop! - for thy tread is on an Empire's dust;
			An Earthquake's spoil is sepulchred below!
				x x x x x	x x x x	x x x x
			How that red rain hath made the harvest <grow>
			And is this all the world has gained by thee,
			Thou first and last of fields! king-making Victory?"
		On the roads leading to and from the field,
		beggars (by profession) abound. Many of them
are sleek and seemingly well-to-do: yet
they besiege visitors crying "Charity! Charity," in
a mongrel tongue. Our little party, all of
us, were "taken in" in an interesting manner
by a couple of young Belgian lasses, who
met us at the station and offered to show
us the way to the field, saying they lived
in that direction themselves. They proved to be
very useful to us; without their aid we
would not have found many of the monuments
and places of interest; yet still we consider
ourselves "taken in". The girls remained with us
till we got back to the station:- they lived
in the other direction entirely: of course they
expected and asked for fees: we paid them as
we thought liberally, yet they asked for more.

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	We had planned to economise by walking about
	the field instead of taking bus; but when
	we got back to Brussels we found our expenses
		had been double the full charges for bus and
	guide. We were prepared for sharpers of the
		male persuasion; but had not looked for 
	such characters in the shape of girls. It
	was a good lesson; and the cause of much
	merriment at the expense of one of our
	party who had been instrumental in the
	matter.	In Brussels I observed a 
	curious custom of providing seats and
	tables on the sidewalks before saloons
	and beer houses; and awning is usually
	stretched above. There the people sit and
	drink, oftentimes taking up the whole
	of the space, forcing pedestrians to take
	to the horse road.
		Many many soldiers are seen in the street,
		in great variety of uniform. Such arises
	from the enforced military duty among
	the citizens The soldiers and the police-
	men all wear swords.
		On the street-car tracks but few switches
	are provided: when cars meet, one is drawn
	off the rails while the other passes. Three
	horses are attached to each car in the
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July 3 (con) we took train for Amsterdam. In the rail-
	way carriages, smoking is allowed in all
	except such as are distinguished by a card
	forbidding such; that is, smoking is the rule.
	On the way we passed Antwerp but could
	not tarry there. At Rosenthal, in Holland,
	the Dutch Customs Offices inspected (theoretically)
	our baggage; practically they asked us some
	questions in Dutch which we could answer only
	by shaking our heads: thereupon they affixed
	the official stamp and permitted us to pass.
	   Passing through the Hague, and at Amsterdam
	we found the cities decorated with flags and
	national bunting; this in honor of a visit
	of the German Emperor. Arrived at Am-
	sterdam hortly after midnight: we went
	at once to the Hotel des Pays Bas, the
	only house in the city to which our
	travelling coupons entitle us. It is com-
	fortable and of a high order.
July 4. Rose early. Were pleased to see the Amer-
	ican flag waving over the hotel in honor
	of the presence of American guests, – among
	whom we reckon ourselves, and in com-
	memoration of our Nation's natal day. We saw the
	flag also on the house of the American Consul,
	upon whom we called, and left our cards
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meet us, but the Secretary did the honors of
the occasion.	After breakfast, we
took a carriage, and drove through the
city. Were impressed with the clean streets,
the flowers and trees, and spacious parks.
There are many large buildings in the
city; all of them, however, being built on
piles driven into the mud. Upon this fact,
Erasmus of Rotterdam founded a jest
that the people of Amsterdam lived
on the tops of trees like rooks. Written
histories of the place record that one large
building — the Corn Exchange, in 1822 sank
into the mud: the great weight of the
stored grain (3500 tons) prooving too great
for the piles. Wood-worms have at times
weakened the supporting piles, and
thus greatly endangered the city.
	We visited the large and justly-noted
Zoological Garden; it is certainly a
magnificent establishment. Though
smaller than the London Zoo, and contain-
ing less extensive collections, the gardens
are so beautifully laid out as to excell in
attractiveness some features of the Regent's
Park gardens. Beside the large collections
of living animals are lar vast museums
of stuffed birds and animals: shells, eggs Etc.

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Along the canals huge [-] barges are conveyed.
Men take their places on the front end, then
thrust long boat poles to the bottom and push,
at the same time walking as the boat is
pushed forward under them. Two men will in
this way propel a heavily laden barge.

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July 4 (con) There are exhibited under glass covers,
	two specimens of mandagora root,
	(mandrake) showing morely plainly than I
have ever seen before the resemblance to
a miniature skeleton. The statues in the
gardens are small but beautiful: all the
pieces are of robed figures, and I am sure
the effect is as great and the artistic
beauty as deep as could be attained by nude
forms. The flower beds are gems of
artistic arrangement. Many of them are
imitations of carpet patterns, or should I not
say, many carpet patterns are poor reproduc-
tions of this sort of flower beds. The music
furnished by the band in the Zoo was en-
trancing.
	Next we drove to the Royal Palace: and
	the Queen being away, this proved to be a
visiting day. We joined a party, and were
conducted through the principal rooms.
The building was originally erected (1648)
as a town-hall: it was first used as a
palace by King Louis Napoleon in 1808. Most
of the apartments are sumptuously fitted
up, with silk and velvet hangings; laces,
	rich carpets, costly pictures, and grand
pieces of sculpture. I was particularly
impressed by a couple of small panels over

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	the doors leading into the small dining
	room: they show only small figures, of
	children playing, and angels hovering
	near, but the effects of light and shade
	are so well attained that even at short
	distance, they appear as carvings in relief
	instead of, as they are, paintings flat,
	in black and white. I cannot describe
	the works of art separately (See Guide Book)
I sat down for a time in the Audience
	Chamber, also in the Yellow Tea Room,
	the King's Bed Room, and the Throne
	Room. Contrary to the rules of strict pro-
	priety I ventured to ascend the steps,
touch, and inspect the throne. It is 
	upholstered with crimson velvet and
silk, surmounted by a massive crown of
gold: and studded on the back and 
	arms with royal insignia worked with
precious stones. The couch in the
royal bed-room is of the softest
	down: I would not like to sleep on it.
	The Reception Room is a magnificent 
	apartment: the ceiling is 100 feet
	above the floor: without columns. The 
	carpets are of rare and costly make: the 
	walls and ceiling are very beautifully
	decorated: the furniture is superb: and

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July 4 (con) large collections of exotic and other flowering
	plants adorn the room: while, contrasting
			with all this, are the torn and tattered
			flags,  relics of bloody strife.
		We visited also the National Museum
	or Ryks Museum of Art. The building
	covers nearly 3 acres of ground. Beside
	magnificent collections of paintings, sculp-
	tures etc., there are several series of models
			of carriages, sleighs etc., of arms, armor,
	ships, and the like. In the Ecclesiastical 
			Department are represented the prevailing
			styles of ecclesiastical architecture and 
			furnishings in the Netherlands from the 
			earliest times. I have never seen so 
			complete a representation of the kind
	elsewhere; I noted in guide Book the 
			points which were to me of special 
			interest.
				Next we drove to the suburbs, passing
			through the poorer quarters of the town;
	We saw the Canals, the slu[---], and the 
			dykes forming so extensive and expensive
			a system. The canals intersecting the city
			divide it into 90 islands, which are connected
			by about 300 bridges. The water in the
			smaller canals is constantly renewed from 
			the central North Sea Canals, and the mud

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	is frequently removed by dredgers. Officers
with whom we talked, told us that the 
system of slu[--]es is so perfect that in 
case of war or other extreme cause, the 
city could be submerged within a very
few hours. 
	We left Amsterdam by early evening
train en route for Cologne. Passed the
	interesting Dutch towns of Utrecht and
	Arnhem; beside many smaller ones. At 
	Emmerich we found ourselves in Germany:
	here we were inspected by the Customs
Officers; – a very incomplete inspection;
	- a mere glance at our baggage, a ques-
	tion or two, and the official mark was
placed upon our things, and back to 
the train we went. The train was
delayed an hour at Oberhaussen; we
	used the opportunity to walk through
	and inspect some parts of the city; the 
place is chiefly noted as a coal centre.
	At the Oberhaussen station we met
a company of Americans travelling
on same trains; there were a gentlemen,
	two elderly ladies and five college lasses.
By invitation Bros. Smoot and King,
	and I transferred ourselves to their
carriage; and the time of travel between

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July 4 (con) Oberhaussen and Cologne was pleasantly spent
	in surging patriotic songs, reading, story-
telling Etc, in honor of Independence Day.
	A small flag, and some bunting adorned
	the compartment. At 11:30 p.m. we reached
	Cologne, or Kohn as the natives call it.
	The sight presented to us as we crossed the
	Rhine by the railway bridge was very
	impressive, the River being illuminated from
	boats and houses along its sides and upon
	its banks. We went to Hotel Disch, - a 
	choice between two hotels provided for by our
	Cooks Coupons. We found very pleasant
	quarters.
		I feel very thankful that all is so 
	well with me today: I cannot but think
	of this day of last year, when I lay so ill,
	scarcely expecting to live. I cannot reach
	the measure of gratitude due from me to the
	Kind Father who provides so munificently
	for me and mine. Father, grant that all
	be well at home!
July 5 Sunday. Though we have not a day to 
spare in accomplishing the journey within
set time, we resolved not to travel to- 
day but rest as becomes us on the Sabbath.
This morning we went to the Cathedreal
or Don of Kohn; a famous building of

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marvellous architectural beauty. Its steeples
are over 500 feet high; it dates its 
foundation from 1248. Approaching
the building from the South, one is im-
pressed by the towering beauty: I have
stood at the feet of frowning crags
and mighty mountains in our own
land of grandeur, and here today I
gazed upward at a mountain of
beauty and symmetry raised by man;
supposedly in honor of Him who
frames the hills and the valleys of Earth.
	The bells of the Dom rang out a 
beautiful chime: the "Emperor's Bell" is the
largest: it is said to weigh 520 cents, and
	to have been founded from guns captured
in the French war 1870-71. The ornamenta-
tion on the outside of the Cathedral is
most elaborate: the arches over every
doorway are massive and complicated
works of art. Within the Dom the effect
is not less impressive: though I think
the decoration is inferior to that within
St. Paul's or at Westminster Abbey. We
witnessed High Mass in the Cathedral:
the light from the costly stained
windows fell over choir and priest
and worshippers giving to them a halo

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July 5 (con) of color most beautiful. The singing was
excellent.
	Again upon the streets we heard the
chime of many sabbath bells. So many bells
of different tones laid toward discord at
	times. We visited St. Martins Church:
also St George's, St Severins, and the Apostle's
Church. Koln is rich in Churches. We
crossed the Rhine on the bridge of boats, to
the opposite town of Dentz, and walked
through several of the streets. Then we
returned and threaded other of the thorough fares
	of Kohn also the market places, public
	squares etc. We passed along the River bank,
	and saw the old castles, and battlements: also
	several ancient houses, some of them dating
from the 15" century. Wherever we have
thus far gone, - England, Belgium, Holland,
	Germany, we find the streets of the cities
full of soldiers, and most of them armed.
This is significant; what we have thus
far seen of Europe is one armed camp.
	I am much impressed by the cosmopolitan
aspect of the nations among which we
travel. There was a time when national
characteristics were clearly marked: now
however, such are passing away. The dress
that is deemed proper in Western America

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	is in good taste here. The facilities of
	travel and intercommunication, already
	remarkable and still increasing daily,
	tend to break down all barriers. It is
	becoming clear that all nations are
	brothers: why then should they not 
	live in peace?
		At night we visited the Kaiser Gardern:
	also one of the Concert Halls, and went
	so far in our endeavors to "fall in with"
German custums as to drink a glass
	of beer. I purchased a bottle of cologne
	fresh from the factory: and a couple of
	albums of the city.
		However, though much impressed and 
	deeply interested in the sights of the 
	city, I am today oppressed by a 
	strange, almost indescribable feeling
... of sadness and longing,
	That's not akin to pain,
	And resembles sorrow only
As the mist resembles rain."
	I have thought that something of more 
than ordinary significance is transpiring
	at home: though my power of discernment
	does not reveal whether it be of family interest
	or of more general importance. Bro Reed Smoot
	has confessed similar feelings.

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July 6	At 8.30 we bade adieu to Hotel Disch, and
		hastened to the river where we boarded the 
		River Steamer "Deutscher Kaiser", bound up. stream.
		The ride up the Rhine is considered by
		tourists and professional sight-seers as
		one of the grandest; and our expectations
		ran high. At first rain fell heavily; clouds
		lasted all day, but such added only to the
		charms of the view. The grandest features
		of the ride begin to appear high up: - soon
	after passing Bonn. By means of views in
		allums, and panoramic maps we located
		the most important spots. Castles abound:
		ruins everywhere; I am sure, could old Rhine
		speak he would have a tale of woe to unfold.
		The true significance of Longfellow's beautiful
		line:- "One who dwelleth by the castled Rhine,"
	was never so forcibly demonstrated to me before.
		I could not resist applying Byron's lines:-
		"Thus on the banks of thy majestic Rhine:
		x x  x  x  x  x  x  x  x  x  x  x
		The blending of all beauties, streams and dells:
		Fruit, foliage, crag, wood, cornfield, mountain, vine,
		And chiefless castles, breathing stern farewells,
		From gray and leafy walls, where Ruin greenly dwells.
		And there they stand, as stands a lofty mind;
		Worn, but unstooping to the laser crowd;
		All tenantless, save to the carrying wind:
	Holding [--]st communion with the Lord."

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I saw some crumbling walls of castles, with
	shrubs and verd[--]e growing from the tops;
	- what a contrast between the eternal
	youth of Nature's works, and the decay of the
handwork of man! 
	The ruins of Drachenfels are very imposing:
	the sides of the hill upon which the castle
stands are covered with vines; the wine
	so produced is known as Drachenblunt,
	(Dragon's blood.)
		The river banks are covered with quaint
	towns of strange interest: I seek not here
	to record minutiae of this wonderful ride.
	Coblentz with its ancient spires, its walls,
	and castles urged us to linger there a day,
	but lack of time forbade. Very interesting
	was our view of "Bingen, fair Bingen
	on the Rhine;" the Mouse Tower, about which
	so many fabled stories have arisen was
in plain view; we passed it closely. At Bingen
	I prepared to write to Maria Mine at home:
the pensive feeling of yesterday has grown 
upon me today, even amidst the 
splendors of the Rhine. I wish I could
get word from home. I do not think it
possible to hear aright till I reach Berne,
and though letters await me there, they will
give no news of recent date. However, I

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July 6 (con) rely upon the promised blessings of safety
		and protection. Bro. Smoot has felt deeply
		depressed all day; but the cloud appeared
		to lift from our minds soon after landing.
		In strange contrast with our feelings has 
		been the demeanor of Bro. King: who,
		during yesterday and today has been in a 
		capering state of light-heartedness.
	       	   About 9 p. m we landed at Mayeuce (Maiuz)
		after a 12 hours memorable ride. Being
		very eager to reach Strassburg in time to
		witness the clock operations at noon tomorrow,
		and finding that such we could not do
		if we spent this night at Mayeuce, we
		resolved to take train at once. The night was
		taken up in pleasant conversation on the
		principles of our religion.
July 7.	   Reached Strassburg at 3.15 a. m: went at
		once to Hotel National near the station,
		and went to bed. Arose about 8.30: – that
		short sleep was of great benefit. After break-
		fast we visited the Cathedral (see guide), – imposing,
		grand! The wonderful astronomical clock claimed
		much attention; we witnessed its automatic
		performance at noon. Then we drove around
		the city visiting the objects of chief interest.
		We went to the Royal Palace; and, as the 
		Kaiser is not here now, we were fortunately

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		feeing the attendant at the door, in gaining
		admittance. The building is furnished in
		royal style; the marble walls, polished floors,
		rich paintings, and hangings, and drapings,
		and furniture, lend to the place the aspect
		of fairyland. We were required to put on
	woollen or felt slippers to guard against
	accident in passing over the slippery
		floors. The buildings of the University
		are very extensive and imposing. We drove
		through the gardens and parks of the city,
		the "Changerie" is especially beautiful-. In
		strange contrast are the old city, and new
	city; the former forming the core of the
		latter. In the old city, the streets are very narr[--],
		and the houses models of antiquity. The
		steep roofs are marked by many small windows
		suggesting port holes. We enjoyed the
		sight of storks nesting on the chimneys,-
		the birds are considered of good omen here.
		I have never been in a town with a fuller
		of age than I find here in Strassburg.
		We saw here and there remnants of national
		costume: especially in the women's head-
		gear. But here, as elsewhere we have
		gone, the streets are full of soldiers; and
		fortifications with their threatening mouths
		yawn over the town. The tramp of armed

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July 7(con.) is heard in every street; squads of soldiers
pass with such frequency as to create no
comment. What is to follow?
We took afternoon train and reached
Shaffhausen, Switzerland at night. The
ride was a very pleasant one. In places
the scenery was majestic. The railroad
winds about the hills like a serpent: at
one place we saw three sections of the road
already traversed below us. Twenty-six
tunnels lie along the road. The mountain scenery
thus far seen, however, is not to be compared
with that of our western home. The peasants
houses are interesting: one roof covers all -
dwelling apartments, c[--]s, p[--]p, horses, hay
stores, wagon Etc. In the fields oxen and cows
are used as beasts of burden: some of them
are harnessed by the horns: others by shoulder
		collars: I saw none with neck-yokes. Women
labor in the fields. The villages, and old
casltes seem to peep out from their nests
on the hills. The dark foliage of the hea[-]y
		forests gives reason for the name "Black
Forest" which is applied to this entire
		region. The graves in the cemeteries are
marked by crosses, some white, some
black. The Crucifix is a frequent occurrence
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		we passed an easy ordeal with the Custom
		officers,- did not have to open our valise
		even. Reached Shaffhausen at 10 p.m.
		took bus for Newhausen; and were soon
		abed at the Sweitzerhof.
July 8.	Rose early; had a magnificent view of
the Rhine from the Hotel. Took breakfast
on the piazza of the Sweitzerhof, commanding
the sight and sound of the "Rhein-falls." The
hotel waitresses were all dressed in the
very picturesque Swiss costumes:- this is
one of the few retentions of national dress:
and here it is preserved more as a livery
than as a common apparel. We walked
by the Rhine and crossed the bridges:
went above and below and around
the falls; the water seems to boil, and
spray rises like vast volumes of steam.
Visited features of interest in Newheusen
and walked to Shaffhausen and return.
In the fields and along the roads we
		met many peasants. Horses and oxen,
		and horses and cows are often found
		yoked together; indeed cows and dogs
are very common beasts of burden.
We were informed that women often
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July 8 (con) be often seen harnessed and working to-
		gether: but such I have not seen. We
saw in the houses, stables under the 
		same roof as are the dwelling rooms
the dung from the stables is piled in
		a well-built heap on the outside - in 
		many cases on the sidewalks of the principal
streets: these heaps are kept wet with
		the liquid drainings from the stables: and
serve as Nitriaries for the production
		of Salt Petre. We visited a gun -
factory,- for rifles and other small arms.
		It is a very busy place: trade in the
		implements of destruction is very great
		first now – another indication of the
		warlike tendencies of the times. 
			At 1 p. m. we took train at Newheusen,
bound for Constance (Konstanz). I have 
		bein much struck with the fine uniform
		of German officials, both civil and military
		it is imposing; especially is this time
		of the C[---]n-lake caps of certain chief
railway officers. The ride to Constance
was charming. We arrived at 2.30; had 
		intended to remain here overnight; but finding
		that we could spend 3½ hours here and 
		then catch train again, we resolved so to
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clear body of water: boating is good. We
entered the Cathedral - a very ancient
structure. We stood upon a particular 
slab of pavement marked by a light-
colored spot, where it is said John
Huss, the reformer, stood to receive
his sentence of death in 1415. It is 
related that that particular spot re-
mains dry, though the rest of the stone
be drenched with water. We visited
the Prison-tower, and the Huss house,-where
the reformer was arrested: and saw 
from a distance the place at which
Huss, and Jerome, were executed.
Visited the public gardens of Konstanz--
along the lake shore.       In early
evening left for Lucerne, passing 
through Winterthun, and Zürich, at 
each of which places we had to 
change cars, and wait some time, - long
enough to enable us to walk up the 
streets and back.       Railway travel
here is very slow; trains scarcely ever
move faster than 20 to 25 miles per
hour: and the waits in changing 
trains are long. I can well believe that 
such would prove tedious to some:-
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July 8 (con) enables us to study the general features
		of the country to better advantage. The
		Swiss people, if spoken to with regard
		to slow travel, point with pride to the
		consequent infrequency of accidents on
		their railroads. The cars are very well fitted.
			The peasants throughout the hilly parts
		of Germany and Switzerland irrigate
		their land. We arrived at Lucerne at
		11.15p.m: went at once to the Hotel Cygne,
		or the Swannen Hotel, or the Swan Hotel,
		whichever language one chooses to name
		it in.
July 9. 	Rose early. This morning ends the first
		week since our little party left London;
		and in that week we have covered a very
		great extent of country; – have crossed the
		sea: have traversed Belgium and Holland,
		have skirted Germany and are now
		in Switzerland. It may seem a super-
		ficial method: but my object now is
		not to study deeply the conditions of a
		country or customs of a people: to do
		such would require weeks and in
		many cases months in a single place:
		I am now to gather ideas from general obser-
		vations; and quickness of transit adds
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day loath to leave the place at which we
stop: but my time is limited, and I
would greatly prefer to see these lands
as I see them now, rather than be
deprived of the sight entirely, and
such would be the only alternative.
	After a walk through the streets of
Lucerne, we pronounced the place by all
means the most picturesque of the many
places we have visited. The snow-capped
mountains, and the green valleys remind
us much of home. We engaged a
boatman who rowed us across the
Lake of Lucerne; the American flag
hoisted at the boat-prow. The Swiss cross
is displayed on all native flags here: it
is a widely-used symbol. Soon after
mid-day we took a drive around the
city. The beautiful lake, and the
swift river Russe flowing out, together
with the unsurpassed scenery of
surrounding mountains constitute the
chief charms of Lucerne; though the
town itself is interesting.  Most of the
town is of modern aspect; though
some of the streets, narrow and crooked,
and some of the houses speak of age.
Visited the "Lion of Lucerne," a splendid

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Glacier
	Mills

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July 9. (con) monument cut in the rock of an exposed
cliff. It represents a fallen lion trans-
fixed by a broken lance, guarding
the national emblems. It was erected <created> to
the memory of 26 officers and 760 soldiers
who fell in the defence of the Tuilleries, <and Palace of Versailles>
Aug. 10, 1792. The model was by Thorwaldsen.
Much fine carving in wood is to be
seen in Lucerne; doors and window frames,
and other parts of houses; as also o[-] a m[--]ts.
We crossed the two bridges across the
Russe, namely, the Kappel-brücke and
the Muhlenbrücke: each of these is roofed,
and is ornamented by many oil paintings
of scenes from Swiss history or mythology.
The Wasserthurm, a tower adjoining
the Kappel-brücke, is said to have been
once a light-house, and to have given
the name (lucerna,) to the town.
	Entered the Catholic Cathedral, a spacious
structure. The altar is of solid marble,
reaching from ceiling to floor: it is
one of the most imposing altars I
have ever seen.
	At 12.35 we were on the train, travelling
toward Berne. The ride was grand: the
scenery that gives Switzerland its fame
was exhibited to us at its best;— the beautiful

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(See entry of July 31, 1891)

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valleys, rivers and lakes, the low hills with
vineyards to their tops, and the snow-
clad Alps rising afar off. In the valleys
we witnessed the preparature of Peat: the
substance being cut into brick-shaped
masses and dried. We saw also the
old method of Bleaching by exposure
to the air and moisture on bleach-fields.
We reached Berne at 7 p.m.; took rooms
under the Cook coupon system at the
Hotell Belle-Vue. Without a minute's un-
necessary delay we made our way to the 
Church office at 36 Post Gasse, and there
met Bro. Myss of Utah, a Missionary here.
I obtained a number of letters, but all
of them were business communications; no
letter from home awaited me. I must ac-
knowledge my disappointment was very 
great: I felt like a lovesick boy: I dont think
I concealed the feeling entirely; yet I
know that Maria Mine has not caused
the delay by any voluntary neglect in writing.
July 10. Early this morning, Bro. Theodore
Brandli, of Utah, now President of the 
Swiss and German Missions, and Editor
of the "Stern" called at our rooms. the meet-
ing was a pleasant one. This day I
received two letters from Wife: one of June 20,

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July 10 (con.) the other of June 26: both forwarded from
England under one cover. I learn that at
the date of the second letter, Darling Son
was suffering from measles: and Sweet
Wife was not well. This, however, is news
of many days ago: I trust that all is well
[--] this. I shall anxiously await other
news.
	Immediately after breakfast, Bro. Brandli
started with us, to show us the sights of Berne.
We visited the Parliament Houses: saw the
chambers of the Nationalrath (the lower house)
consisting of 147 members,) and of the Staenderath
(or upper house, comprising 44 sittings.) The
representatives to these peo are elected by the
people: from among the legislators so chosen,
7 are selected to form the Bundesrath, a
cabinet as it were: and one is chosen to
be President of the Republic. A measure must
pass both houses and receive the sanction
of the Bundesrath, and the signature of the
President before it becomes law: but even
after such, the people may veto it by popular
vote.
	In the buildings of Parliament, a room
is set apart as a Museum of relics of the
Lake Dwellers, for discoveries concerning whom
Switzerland has become already famous. Other

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The street cars in Berne are operated by
compressed air. An expansion is effected
by means of hot water. I had no opportunity
of making a close examination of the
device.

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relics of the same nature we saw later at the
Historical Museum. There were bronze knifes,
and swords, and reaping hooks, and scythes:
and adzes. Some of these were of iron,
deeply coroded by rust,  "gnawed by the
tooth of time." There were needles and pins
and fish-hooks of many sizes and 
shapes, all of metal; also arrow-heads,
and spear points of stone as well as of
horn; and many ornaments and useful
articles of jade. Beads of stone were
common, also "St Cuthbert's beads" – the
threatded sections of Pentacite stems. 
The charred piles upon which their
curious dwellings were once erected are
also to be seen. 
	Next we visited the Historical Museum; 
- a grand collection; the chief part
being of arms! arms!! arms!!! The
Museums of the world turn with the
trophies of bloody strife. Here were
swords and axes, halberds and spears of
all descriptions: guns of primitive con-
struction, run on carriages, or supported
on a tresles; swords of the executioners,—
a law forbade the use of one sword for
more than 101 victims, and each of those
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July 10 (con) full quota of necks. There were also the horrible
branding-irons: We saw too, many of the
banners of battle, all stained and in
tatters. The walls of the Museum were
hung with gorgeons tapestries, of Burgundian
manufacture, most of them captured in 1625
from Charles of Burgundy, who is said to have
had his tent lined with them. The scenes
depicted on these costly curtains are of bloodshed
and suffering  Why this overwhelming spirit
of desturction everywhere? We saw the
field altar of Charles the Bold, also captured
in the war of 1625. Around the walls and many
small ropes, each bound in a ring; these were
brought by the Burgundians with which to
bind the Swiss and take them off as prisoners:
but the ropes were never so used. An immense
wolf net is exhibited; and much, much, beside.
	Next we visited the Cathedral: (for statistic
see pamphlet.) In the portico is a painting
dating from 1408, depicting the "Fall," the serpent
being shown as tempting Adam, who has the for-
bidden apple in his hand; while Eve stands
off with something of a reproving or forbidding
aspect. What means this incongruity?
	The tower of the Cathedral is interesting: it is
now undergoing repairs. We ascended it, and
obtained a lovely view of beautiful Berne.

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An old woman met us at the top, and
conducted us around. She lives there with
her husband and two grown sons; and has
lived in that lofty situation for 36 years. They
are watchers, having to strike the hours on
the immense bills of the tower, and to give
alarms and information of location in case 
of fire. These people, "who live up in 
the steeple" seem happy: they have many
beautiful flowers there. We saw the bells,
of which there are 9 huge ones. One is 
the Silver Bell: weighing 18 c[-]t; its
lustre was dimmed by a black coat
in 1789 when the French invaided the 
country. At noon we witnessed the
tolling of a large bell: weighing 18100 lbs.
(9 tons 1 c[--]t.): the clapper alone weighs 400 lbs.
Four men are needed to ring it; one of these
passed under the bell as it swung, and
after it had gained the proper velocity,
knocked away the binding of the clapper,
and as he did so, the huge bell, swinging
with irrisistible force, actually touched his
hair. He seemed very conscious that his
height was just right The largest bell,
swung only on holidays and at the first
hour of the new year dates from 1611 and
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July 10 (con.) bell is one of the largest in the world: and of
all that are rung it is the largest.
In afternoon we visited the Bear Pits: there we 
saw 5 magnificent bears:  all of them beggars
by profession and long practice. They will fawn
and dance, crouch on haunches, lie on backs,
hug their toes, and every other ungraceful thing
within their power they will do for scraps.
What a fall of dignity! They seem to be well-
fed: indeed I reckon them among the best-
kept citizens of Berne. It is related–(I had
heard the story before but entirely mistrusted
it until I heard the people of Berne sub-
stansiate it. ) - that a wealthy man once
left considerable property to the bears and
their family; these bears are actual property
owners. I had observed the frequency of bear
representations in pictures, and carvings etc.
here: and enquiry brought this explanation:
The founder of the city was Zahringer,  his
statue adorns the city: - he was at a 
loss for a name: and at last he ordered a
hunt with the understanding that the first
animal killed should give the city a name.
The beast first to fall was a Bear, and so
came the name Berne  the Bear city, and 
so arose the symbol of the city and of the 
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Swiss and German towns are very clean. A
peculiarity here are the vaulted or arched
sidewalks, or Lanben:— "arcades" we would
call such. The people come from their
houses and sit on the edges of the covered
walk: some reading, talking, sewing, eating
and drinking, spinning etc. The streets and
sidewalks seem to be common property
for all kinds of work:— women sit there
picking and carding wool: men are
there doing carpenter-work, or splitting
wood etc.
	In the early evening we witnessed a
sham battle between Swiss troops: it
was a sharp engagement: thousands of
rounds of ammunition were used. There
is great preparation here for the "war that
is to come." At night Bro. Brändli con-
ducted us to a highland in the town:— an
artificial hill: whence we obtained a
beautiful view. The Alps and the Jura Mts. are
in plain sight. Returning to the office
we enjoyed a pleasant interview with
some of the Saints: singing etc. Pres. Brändli
presented me with a German Hymn Book
and a German Ready Reference Book. I
much appreciate the token of good feeling:
we seem at home here among our friends.

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Some of the young sisters
sang for us the Swiss
Yodel songs. The music is
very beautiful

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July 10 (con). This has been a full day with us: much of
our success and pleasure is due to the
kind conduct of Bro. Brandli. He is a
well-informed man: and very conversant
with places and occurrences of importance
to Berne.
July 11 As we prepared to leave, early this morning,
the "tipping" ordeal at the Hotel Belle-vue
had to be passed. Every official from chef to
elevator boy had to be there, hungry for "tips": Oh,
the custom is a disgusting one: it is humil-
iating to be a beggar. We left Berne on early
train for Geneva, via the Jura Simplon Railway.
As the train neared Lausanne, the grandest
natural view of my life burst suddenly upon
my vision I shrink from attempting a description,
which must of necessity be beggarly.  After thread-
ing a number of tunnels in quick succession
the last very long, we whirled into daylight with
Lake Geneva at our feet. The view was so
transcendently beautiful that a shout of
admiration arose from the passengers.  The
lake presented itself in all the glory of its
characteristic azure: it was much bluer
than the sky: around it was vine-covered
hills; with gaily-decked workers in the fields:
and villages about the shores like choice
paintings in a royal drawing-room.  The Alps 

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The German and the Swiss
Railway Coaches are conveniently
fitted up. In them, for the first
time, I saw electric lights
applied to locomotives and train
coaches. Operated by storage battery.

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rising in majesty beyond: and the Jura
to our sides, furnished an overpowering
element of grandeur. I sighed for a
poet's tongue, or a painter's master-hand
no sentiment from the ordinary can
be in the least appropriate and lacking
all these artistic gifts, I appealed for aid
to a higher endowment, and gave my
heart to worship towards Him who made
all such. As I stood upon the train
platform and looked below, I could imagine
the fields to be Elysian, and we to have
been transported beyond the skies, the
azure lake being a part of the eternal dome
seen from above. Nothing marred the
conception save the noise of the train,
and I hastened at the first station
to seek a quiet spot for observation. We
stopped at Lausanne, and walked for an hour
through the long, narrow, tortuous streets of
the city. The situation is very hilly; and
many of the houses poor. We entered a
large public from a street direct to the
upper story, then after going down a few
flights of stairs we emerged on another
street far below the level of the first. Long
flights of stone steps lead from street to street.
Street sprinkling is done by men, each

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There are so many beauties of the landscape
that one can scarcely glance at when
travelling by steam, even by the characteristically
slow methods of railway [---] here prevaling.
I would like to traverse some parts of Switzerland
afoot or on horseback, and take my own time.

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July 11. (con) carrying a huge bucket strapped to his back,
attached to which is a flexible tube and a
nozzle. Wherever we go the clerical dress is
apparent, as a sort of uniform. We
travelled down the hill, from Lausanne
to Ouchy by Switchback or instured railway.
At Ouchy we took the steamer "Leman"
for Geneva. The ride was delightful: the
beautiful blue of the water, of which no
satisfactory explanation has yet been given,
was everywhere apparent. In some aspects
the lake suggests Salt Lake: the hills around
being like our own low hills. Arrived at Geneva
at 6 p.m.: took rooms at Hotel de la Paix
(House of Peace),— very comfortably situated. We
arrived just in time for Table d'Hote, — a
very fashionable spread: waiters in white
gloves, and all else in proportion. The
Table d'Hote dinner is to me an inexpres-
sibly tedious meal: I prefer a good meal on
a simpler plan. and cheaper; but our coupons
call for such, and for a time we have to
submit to fate, and be fashionable. After
dinner we walked through the streets, and
gazed upon the beautiful Rhone rushing
from the lake with arrowy flight. The course
of the river is clearly defined through the lake,
from its entrance at one end to its exit at

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While upon the lake we witnessed
a sham battle on shore. — other
training and preparation for war.

Upon Lake Geneva the peculiar saleen sails
on to be seen on the boats. A great many
swans ride upon the water: these are stated
to be wild-birds: if so, they are very
tame wild swans.

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the other extreme. Indeed, the water for
use in Geneva is obtained by "tapping"
the river out in the lake. A river with
massive banks of the purest water!
Geneva is a beautiful city, but a gay one.
The streets seem full of pleasure seekers.
A peculiar institution is that of the side-
walk concerts  which are given in front
of saloons and beer-houses. Musicians
both vocal and instrumental, in finest 
dress stand at the doors and sing: as soon
as one finishes he passes a plate for 
money. We were delightfully surprised to
he met on the streets by Elders Balif and
Bertosch of Utah, missionaries in this canton.
Pres. Brandli sent them word of our coming,
and they were "looking out" for us. Though 
never having met before, we were at once friends;
-why should we not be? Together we went 
to the Jardin Anglais, where an instrumental
concert was in progress, and while listening 
to sweet music we talked over home and
the kingdom. The scene of the lake, with its 
many boats bearing colored lights will never
be forgotten. Returning to our hotel we obtained 
a better view from the windows. It was grand. 
Geneva is the only Swiss town in which I have seen
fallen women soliciting patronage openly: but here
they abound.

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July 12 Sunday. Rose at six: and sat long enjoying
the magnificent view of the lake and its
surroundings as such are seen from the
hotel windows. Even at this early hour the
streets are full: people are rushing to
boats and trains — off for pleasure upon
the Lord's day. I learned last night that all
fares to pleasure resorts are reduced one half
on Sunday. Fishing parties are numerous upon
the lake. At 9 o'clock Elders Balif and
Bertosch called and conducted us through the
city. We saw a group of Savoyards in their
characteristic costumes. We found ourselves
in a narrow, dingy, dirty street, with ill-
looking citizens thereabouts: the sign of the
street was Rue d'enfer (Hell Street): a
short distance brought us to Purgatory
Street: thence to Paradise Street.
We visited the "Hotel de la Ville" or city and
cantonal offices, and saw there the La Salle
Alabama, or room in which the Peace
Congress met in arbitration between the Northern
and Southern States and England. A plow is shown
in the room — made from swords used in the
conflict: a pruning-hook is there, made
from spears of the war. It is claimed that the
room is in the same condition as when the
conference was held there. Switzerland was

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Mont Blane is in full view
from our windows.

Wine, though of a weak kind, is the common drink
of the poor in these parts. I am told that many of
the poor people will not touch water pure, saying that
such is not good for health.

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selected for the meeting as being the home
of a neutral nation: We attended service
at the Greek Catholic Church, — a Russian
sect; the whole exercise was conducted in
Russian. The people have certainly
a form of godliness, and in some
respects a form of idolatry. We passed
through the Botanical, and other public
gardens; — superb resorts, and well-filled
on this the Sabbath day. Later in the day
we inspected the art collections at the
Musee Rath. In the afternoon, I
was confined to my room through a
severe attack of sick-headache. The
brethren administered to me: and by night
I was better.
	At night Elders Balif and Bertosch
came to our hotel, and they with Elders Smoot,
and King, and myself resolved ourselves into
a Church meeting. We held very enjoyable ser-
vices, each of us speaking in turn. The spirit
of the meeting was the "home spirit"; I am
thankful for the privilege. Even while this
was in session, the streets below us and
the lake before us were a[---] with pleasure
seekers; and the sound of street singing, at
the saloon concerts could be distinctly heard.
A strange contrast.

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I learn the the poor people of Geneva and surrounding
parts live literally "from hand to mouth." They think not
of saving anything. In winter when work is scarce
large numbers have to be fed from the city supplies.

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July 13. At 4.30 a. m.  we were astir, intending
to take early morning train to Chamo[--]y
and Mount Blanc. Bro. Smoot was feeling
very ill however; so the departure was
postponed. By his request Elder King and
myself administered to him: and by 8 o'
clock he expressed himself much
relieved.
Geneva is a centre of watch and clock
manufacture. Many establishments in the
city are designated by the sign 'Horlogerie":
enquiry elicited the fact that at each of
these the manufacture of one particular
part of the timepiece is a specialty: and
many a person follows that line of work and 
no other. It is said by psychologists
that three generations are required to
produce a first-class watch fitter. 
At 10.15 we bad goodbye to Geneva
(Eaux-[---]ves stature); and went by train to
Cluses. This is a dirty town: the people
seem to have no means of subsistence
except from the tourists who visit the
place. The street-markets are extensive here:
even cloth, and dry goods are exposed for
sale in the open streets. The best of these
street merchants have a stand with a
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trade with only a piece of coarse cloth between
their wares and the dusty ground: and no
protection whatever above. We entered a
refreshment room — (dirty and uninviting it
proved to be) and called for lemonade: the
good lady in attendance brought such, and
with it a bottle of brandy; and she appear[--]
awe-stricken at our handing the latter back
unused. It has caused wonder wherever we
have gone, that we, — men — as we seem to
think ourselves should never order spirits
with our soda water, or wine at table
d'hote, or always take a non-smoking
compartment in the train.
	Soon after arrival at Cluses we were on
the way tof Chamony: this time by the
Diligence — a large carriage with five
horses. The ride through the Alpine
canyons was an interesting one: but very
very dusty. The scenery was grand: the
Alps are certainly rivals of the Rockies in
colossal and stern beauty. Driving into
Chamony we had good views of some
of the Glaciers, and of Mont Blanc. We
arrived at 6 p.m. and took rooms at the
Hotel d'Angleterre. The appearance of Mont
Blanc* at night was superb. Fortunately
the sky was clear.

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*In Chamonix, in front of the Hotel Royal is the famous monument
of Sassine, the scientist, led by Balmat the guide, ascending the
mountain. These were the first to gain the top of Mont Blanc. The monument
Balmat is in the attitude of pointing to the top.

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July 14 At 4.30 a.m. I was astir, having promised to
call the other brethren in time for an early start
We provided ourselves with alpenstocks and
woolen socks, — the latter to be worn over the
shoes while upon the glacier, as a safeguard
against slipping. We started from Chamounix
soon after 6 o'clock: went alone in spite of
the many offers of services from guides, who
seem to consider that people travel in
these parts for the sole purpose of dispensing
fees. We arrived after a fairly hard climb
at the "Hotel de la Mer de Glace", overlooking
the Mer de Glace glacier; the view of the
mammoth ice fields from this post of
observation is very fine. After enjoying this
for a season, and having picked a path
across the ice, we descended to the glacier,
and crossed with no mishap or hindrance.
My delight at finding myself on the wonderful
ice stream of which so much has been said
and written was intense. The moraines —
terminal and lateral are all very well
defined; we clambered over them all. The
lateral and longitudinal fissures, as also
the Needles or up-standing peaks, are
beautifully defined; and I was able to locate the
chief features of the glacier from the descriptions
published. Yawning crevasses are numerous;

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We took also an Alpine
horn apiece: these more
for amusement than for actual
use: though by its aid we
were able to signal to each other
if out of sight.

Along the road, and by the side
of the glacier Alpine flowers
abound. The Alpine Rose, — a
small but beautiful red Rhodo-
dendron predominates: also daisies
buttercups, blue-bells, Etc. Etc.

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into some of these water falls with a sound
that suggests immeasurable depths. I was
very thankful we had no guide with us: we
were able to take our own time, and to explore
more thoroughly alone than we could otherwise
have done. We found a photographer upon
the ice; and had our portraits taken in this
grand situation. Having gained the opposite
side, we clambered up the moraine to the
mountain side, and then followed a narrow
rounding path toward the valley. The worst
part of this way is called Mauvais Pas: it
well deserves the name; consisting as it
does of a narrow ledge along the face of
rocky walls, with stepping-places at intervals
cut into the stone, and an iron rod af-
fixed for holding. 'From the chap[---] — a re-
freshment house beyond the mauvais pas,
— to the valley the road is better; and along
this part, at very short intervals, girls step
out of their hiding places offering for sale
wild strawberries, milk, cherries, souvenirs etc.
Places for the sale of mementoes and souvenirs
abound everywhere in the neighborhood.
	We paused at a restaurant in the valley
for lunch; here we had a good meal and many
amusing experiences. Bro. King undertook to
order some strawberries and cream, but, not being

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Peasants upon the hills sounded the
Yodel on their horns. We heard also
some young people singing the Yodel
songs - a charming sound.

In these parts wooden shingles
are used for roofing. I have not
seen such elsewhere since leaving
the West.

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July 14 (con.) able to talk the language of the place he
scarcely made himself understood: the
attendant brought him potatoes and sausage:
nothing daunted he tried again: and this
time got Limburger cheese of the richest
kind.	In the afternoon we went to
the Glacier des Bossons; had excellent success
in reaching it, It is far more uneven
than the Mer de Glace: the crevasses are
more numerous and larger: consequently the
danger of exploring it is heightened.
However, we got along well: and were
about half way across, leisurely taking
one way, and proceeding with great cau-
tion when the ice was heard ominously
cracking beneath our feet, suggesting the
opening of new crevasses. Bro. King became
very much frightened, and begged to return:
In reality the actual danger of retracing our
steps was greater than that of going ahead, for
the most uneven part was on the side
we had left; but Friend King was so earnest
in his desires that I called a vote of the
party (I having been appointed or elected
President of our little crowd on the day of
starting). Bro Smoot was neutral in his
wishes; and under the circumstance, with great
reluctance, I consented to a return. We got back

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In spite of the fatiguing labors of today I have enjoyed the experiences
in a higher degree than I have the visits to places of man-made beauty,
I like to see works of art; but I love the works of Nature; I have admired
the great cathedrals and churches of worship already visited, but I am
speechless with admiration in these temples of the Lord, — raised by His own
omnipotent hand.

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to the side we had started from without accident.
I did not feel justified in insisting upon the
crossing when one of the party was so set
against it, and especially as night was near;
I think I saw all the points of importance
on the glacier as it was. In places our path
on the ice lay between deep crevasses, with
but a foot or two space. We followed the
path of the guides. Returned to Chamounix
at night: well satisfied with the days' work,
and very very tired. We would not have
attempted so much in a day had our time
to stay here not been limited; we felt
rather inclined to make extra exertion
than to miss the opportunity of visiting
the glaciers entirely. The people at the
hotel, tourists, officials, and guides, say
our feat today is a very great one. I deter-
mined to preserve my Alpenstock as a
souvenir of the occasion: the hotel poster
branded upon it the names of the places
visited. Mont Blanc looked supremely
grand in the light of the setting sun.
The ascent of this monarch of European
mountains I would like to attempt, but
have not the time, money, or inclination
to undertake the task for the sole purpose
of being able to say I had been on the top.

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We were assured of our good fortune in being able to view
Mont Blanc under such favorable circumstances. It is said
that oftentimes clouds hide the top for days at a period.

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The law prescribes the number of attendants
to accompany each person who attempts the
ascent; and the necessary expenses for the effort
will not be less than 350 francs.
	This date, July 14, marks the French
Independence Day: it was celebrated in
Chamounix by illuminations, decorations, fire-
works and guns.
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French soldiers are
seen in great numbers.
France is not behind
in warlike preparations.
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Early this morning we took carriage
for Martigny; visiting on the way the
Glaciers d'Argentière, Trient, and de Tours.
At the Argentière the crevasses, longitudinal
fissures, terminal moraine, and the
roches moutonnees in a part of the
bed now left exposed through the retrocession
of the ice, were particularly well shown.
Our road lay through some of the most
picturesque passes of the Alps. The morn-
ing was cloudy, and as we advanced
rain fell heavily: this gave us an opportunity
of seeing the mighty Alps in thunder garb.
Mont Blanc looked noble in his cloudy-
crown. Before some of the mountains the
clouds hung like curtains. After about
three hours climbing we found ourselves far
above the clouds, which were seen below us
moving to and fro, gathering and dispersing
like soldier marshalling themselves for action:
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Our conveyance was drawn by a pair of horses,
one between shafts, and the other pulling on one
side. This is the common method of driving a spare
here: by this, the vehicle can be used for single horse
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In many places the road was very narrow;
— the edge was marked by a wall or a fence:
and beyond there was nothing to intercept
the view of the valley — 500-700 feet below.
A skillful driver is needed to make pas-
sage with safety along such a road. On the
way we crossed again in Switzerland: and
were questioned by the Customs offices: — no delay.
Our driver stopped at the "Hotel-Pension des
Alpes"; we told him not to delay our going
for we had to catch the afternoon train
at Martigny; he assured us we would be
in time: but we soon became aware
that his purpose was to get us late — a
trick oftentimes played upon travellers in
these parts: — there is a league between the
hotel-keepers and the teamsters. We talked
over the matter, and concluded that we
must make a forcible objection: which
we did. The John understood our meaning
although he could not speak English nor
could we speak his patois: but he so[--]
took the hint; and we were again on the
road. We passed "La Forclaz" at the summit
of the road: — a place described in the
guide books as a small village with two
inns; we find it to consist of nothing
but the two inns. As we neared Martigny Ville

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Our road from Chamounix to
Martigny lay through the Tete Noir
pass.

Horned cattle are used very extensively in the
Alps for beasts of burden; bulls, oxen, and cows alike.
Today I saw an ox harnessed to a wagon, and being
driven on a [--]ot. Saw also a woman driving a
young Jersey bull harnessed to a light wagon.

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July 15 (con.) we saw the St Bernard Pass, and the Hospice.
In the town we saw also two of the famous
St. Bernard dogs:— these are noble brutes,
and are trained to assist in rescuing the
travellers who are lost in the snows. The
pass is on the direct road from Switzerland
to Italy.	At 4:30 we took train at
Martigny, & at 7 p.m. arrived in Brigue.
Took rooms at the Hotel Corronnes et Paste.
July 16 Before six o'clock this morning we were on the
road to Italy by Post carriage. Brigue is the
terminus of the Jura-Simplon Railway, so we
have to be forwarded by this new method. A
novel way it is too; being sent by Post like
any other mail matter; our stamps were carried
in our pockets. The run to Domo d'ossola Italy
(41 miles) was made in 9 hours. The conveyance
was a huge and heavy diligence, carrying
however only 10 passengers beside baggage;
horses were changed four times during the
day; — five horses in the team. The first five
hours were spent in climbing: the remainder
of the time to in descending. The scenery
was indescribably majestic: truly Alpine. I
have never seen mountain scenery of greater
grandeur, — of its kind: the peculiar formation
of some of the grandest features of the
Rocky Mountains are not to be seen here, it is

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Between Martigny
and Brigue amny old
castles and other ruins
are to be seen.

In many instances houses
and garden plots are to be seen [-]
the top of the hills. The labor of
taking supplies up and produce
dorm must be immense.

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true; but scenery of another and not inferior
order takes the place of such. The whole ride
was a scene of entrancing beauty. We crossed
the Alps by the Simplon Pass. This must be a
terrible passage to attempt in winter. Along
the road at intervals of a few miles, stone
houses are found, marked "Refuge No 1" etc:
9 of them I counted; these are kept open in
winter for the aid of needy travellers. At the
summit of the pass, 6590 feet above sea-
level, is the Simplon Hospice kept by the
Monks and their majestic St. Bernard dogs,
after the manner of the St. Bernard monks.
This Hospice was founded by Napoleon in
1800 - 6; and by him also the road was laid
out. We visited the Hospice and learned that
great good results from its provisions during
the terrible winter months. The dogs are
noble beasts.	At the summit the cold
was remarkable even at this season: yet
the place is a continuous flower garden.
Here as elsewhere in the higher regions of
the Alps I find the Wild Rhododendron,
called here Alpine Rose, growing in pro-
fusion: also the Forget-me-not, daisies,
buttercups, blue-bells, and cranesbill.
The road itself is a marvel of construction;
the cost of making and sustaining it must

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Along this road as elsewhere in these Alpine heights, I
have noticed immense piles of slate and stone slabs near
the houses. Enquiry elicited the fact that the peasants
cover their little plots of land with these slabs, before the winter
snows set in: in consequence of this the snow melts in
such places earlier than would otherwise be the case: and the land
can be tilled sooner. In the short summer season here prevailing such
again is a considerable a[--].

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July 16 (con) be immense. For miles it is cut in solid rock:
rests in fact on a ledge of rock, the free or
outer edge being guarded by granite pillars:
and in particularly dangerous places by
a solid wall of granite. In places the road
is tunnelled through rock, hundreds of feet in
a single tunnel. Immense snow-sheds of
stone are found at intervals, most of them
with open spaces toward the valley. Over
one of these, called from this instance the
"Wasser Gallerie," a stream from the Kalt-wasser
Glacier falls in a beautiful cascade; this
can be seen from the inside through one of
the openings referred to; looking not unlike a
beautiful curtain in front.
	Soon after noon today we entered Italy. The first
Italian town at which we stopped was Iselle: and
here we met the Custom officers. They made a fairly
careful examination of our baggage. We had our
Alpenstocks and Alpine horns bound together, and
wrapped in paper: the officers wanted to know the
contents: I made signs that the parcel contained
a sounding instrument: and to explain farther,
I tore away the paper over the mouth-piece of one
of the horns: and applied my lips: just then the
official stooped with his ear to the instrument
and I blew a loud blast: which judging from
his startled appearance was conclusive evidence

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A young Italian of good education rode
with us today. As we approached Iselle he
proceeded to hide in the lining of his hat
and elsewhere a great number of cigarettes
etc. He says he has often carried three pounds
of tobacco at a time through the Custom House, hidden
in his clothing.	Is such a course patriotic?

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that the articles were not dutiable: they were passed.
I meet many amusing experiences with custom officers.
Near the frontier Italian soldiers are seen
in great numbers.
	We reached Domo d'ossola near 3 p.m.; and
soon thereafter were aboard the cars. The Italian
carriages on railway are poorly fitted: especially
the third class; first class coaches appeared good
ones; but the second class (in which we rode)
are inferior to the English third class. The fuel
used on the engine is artificially prepared, — fine
coal pressed with tar into bricks. Along the
road we saw many flourishing fields of Indian
corn — Maize.
	Arrived at Gravellona at 4.25 p.m.: here
we left the train and took Omnibus, arriving
at Pallanza at 6 p.m. The ride was an enjoyable
one.		Noticed a surprisingly large number of
people bare-footed — in the fields and on the
streets; and even stone cutters. At Pallanza I
was struck with the superb appearance of a
double row of Magnolia trees in blossom:
heretofore I have seen the Magnolia only as a
shrub. Pallanza is a beautiful little town, with
but one main street: the environs surpass the
town proper in beauty. We took rooms at
the Hotel de la Pallanza:— a fine house; every-
thing in first class order. As I make the

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Granite is very plentiful hereabouts: the roads
are bordered by pillars or walls of this stone:
and even the telegraph poles in Pallanza are
of granite. A wooden attachment is affixed
at the top of each for the support of the
insulators.

In Italy, as in Holland, Belgium, & Switzerland,
Agricultural machinery, outside hand implements
seems scarcely to be known. All work is done by
hand, and on a very small scale.
The poor people hereabouts are very poor indeed.

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July 16. (con) entry for this day I sit in a room overlook-
ing the charming Lake Maggi[--]e. The sur-
roundings are beautiful: I could be wholly
happy in the enjoyment of such were my 
loved ones with me to share the pleasure. May
the Lord guard and protect them! Late in
the night the clouds that had obscured the sky
cleared off and the morn shone in full splendor
upon the lake. I could sit and gaze in silent
a d[---]ation of the scene, and praise of Him
who made such. Sleep was [---]shed from me
		and before I formed it possible to daze the
		rays of dawn were seen.
July 17. At 7.30 a.m. we were voyaging on Lake Maggine
		by the steamer "Italia." If all of Italy be as fair as
		that already seen by me, there is much reason for
poetic enthusiasm in praise of the land. We
passed close by the Borromeau Islands saw
the Borro[---] Castle; also the stations of Count
Boromeo (St. Carlo) as we neared A[---]a. The
statue is of metal, and of colossal size; the
head admits three persons at a time. At A[---]a
we disembarked and took train for Milano
at which city we arrived at noon. Took
rooms at the "Grand Hotel Milan." After 
a short rest we commenced a tour of the town.
The Cathedral is one of the chief attractions;
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as the eighth wonder of the world. It is the
third largest church in Europe: St. Peters
at Rome, and the Seville Cathedral surpassing
it. It comes 14000 sq. yds: holds 40000 people;
the roof has 98 turrets: and on the outside are
2000 statues in marble. The entire structure
is of marble: even the roof. Within are 52
pillars, each 12  ft. diameter, of solid marble. Stained
glass windows are the largest in the world.
(See Guide Book for other particulars).
	We passed through the Galleria Vittario
Emanuel[-]; - the largest and and finest arcade
in Europe. The entrances are marked by superb
facades. Inside is adorned with beautiful
sculptures and paintings. Shops of the
highest order line the sides.
The Arch of Triumph is of white marble:
begun by Napoleon as a termination to the
celebrated [---]plon road. It is surmounted by
many equestrian statues in bronze.
	The Cemetery is beautiful: it covers 50 acres:
and is intirely enclosed by colo[--]ades; the
entrance is most [---]. Many of the 
family monuments are marvels of architectural
beauty. Visited also the "Tempio di Cremazione."
of this however I hope to speak later. Many
		of the tombs are decorated with artificial
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July 7 (con) photographs of the silent tenants. Gas jets
with colored enclosures are provided for
illumination:		I was struck in my me-
andering through the city with the beautiful
boulevards: the spacious and fine public gardens:
the magnificent courts behind the houses on
the closely built streets: the stately gates (porta)
and the substantial yet beautiful architecture.
	At night we visited the Gardens of the National
Exposition: here were congregated the cite of Milan.
The entire grounds were brilliantly illuminated by
arc lights. A noticeable feature was the luminous
fountain, — a large fountain with electric illumina-
tion in colors thrown upon the rising jets; the
spectacle was indescribably grand. Among the
people here assembled I looked for national customs
and Italian manners: but Italy like the rest of the
world is becoming cosmopolitan. Tis among the
poorer classes that national taste in dress even
is still to be seen: the upper classes could
go as they are into any other city in Europe
or America and attract no attention through
peculiarity in attire. * The servants here, attending
their mistresses and masters, are designated by head
ornaments. Some of the women wore monstrous
ear-rings: I am sure some rings so worn measured
1 ½ inches in diameter.
	The awnings covering the sidewalks in front

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The fountains in public gardens
and squares in Milan are characteristically
beautiful. All of them seen by me are
contrived to produce a very large fine spray
of symmetrical form, rather than a simple
spurt of water.

* I pity the man who has to wear some external
badge to show that he is better than others.
How strange that inferiors in social scale
have to be marked lest they appear as well
as their superiors.

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of shops are supplemented by curtains hanging
to the ground: so that the shops are separated
from the streets. Where no awnings are used
curtains are hung before the doors of shops.
	Weather here is very warm: - a quick and
strong contrast with the snows of the Alps and
the cold of the glacier ice.
July 18. Early we applied for admission to the Brera, or
"Palazzo di Scienze, Lettere ed Arti." Visited the Library:
museum, and Picture Gallery (Pinacoteca). Many
beautiful pictures, and the originals of master
pieces are to be seen; they are classified
according to the schools of art from which
they have sprung. The Pieta (by Mantegna 1474)
shows a reclining figure of the crucified body of
Christ, with feet toward the front of the canvas:
some features about it are unattractive: it appears
stunted in stature; and the faces of the weeping
saints about him are painfully coarse: yet the
effect of light and shade is remarkable: in
whatever position you view the picture, the
feet seem to be directed toward you. (See Guide)
	At the appointed hour we even at the Crematory
having been promised opportunities for exam-
ination. The place is beautifully clean and orderly:
and all things connected with it appear to be
well appointed. The crematory chambers are
of firebrick, surrounded by marble walls in the

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In Milan, I saw for the first
time, incandescent electric
lights on omnibusses: these
are run by storage batteries
on the conveyance.

In the public gardens at Milan
I saw Magnolia trees over 30 feet
high.

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July 18 (con) form of a finely built tomb. The floor of
each chamber is movable, consisting of an
iron table on wheels: upon this the body is
placed, and the whole is then rolled into its
rosy bed. We witnessed the greater part of a
cremation; but could not stay to see the com-
pletion; as our train left before such time.
Two processes of burning are employed: one
with gas: the other with wood and coal; the
first-named occupies 1 hour: the latter 2 hours.
For a body there are required 200 Kg. of wood, and
40 Kg: of coal. The coffins are cut up and used
as fuel in the burning. Cost of the process: 90 fr.
by solid fuel process. 50 fr. by gas process: poor
people gratis. The ashes are enclosed in urns
of greater or less expensiveness and beauty, or are
buried beneath a tablet according to the means
of the family. There is an entire absence of
any disagreeable odor or revolting features.
By the gas-process, the body is reduced to
ashes of the purest whiteness in 50 minutes: in
that time the body reaches a stage that could
only be attained after years of burial. Most of
the objections usually raged against cremation
are illogical and unfounded.
	At 1 p.m. we took train for Venice: arrived
at 7. At several stations on the way I noticed
regiments of soldiers in transportation: they were

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Soldiers are stationed at the gates
of Milan to inspect all who pass.
Three times in the course of our
driving about the city we were
stopped at the gates and questioned
as to ourselves and our baggage.

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crowded in the worst of cars: crowded like cattle:
Only the officers — the gentlemen — have good
accommodations: the men must be content with
anything or nothing in the way of comfort.
	Along the road the Harvest-fly (Cicada) sang
as I never heard it before today. This morning
I heard one in the public gardens at Milan;
its song? was so loud, I could scarcely believe
that an insect produced it until I
located the little creature by the aid of our
opera glass.		On the way we passed
many places of interest: Brescia, the centre of
manufacture of arms: and a town noted in
the history of art: Verona — made familiar by
Shakespeare, and of interest in Architecture;
Mantua: Vicenza, and Padua. The lakes, Lago
di Garda, and Lago d'Iseo are beautiful
bodies of water. As we approached Venice
we crossed the famous bridge, over the Lagune:
this structure is 2 ⅓ M. in length: is built
on 222 arches of 30 ft. span each: train is
8 minutes crossing it. The Lagune is a shallow
bay of the Adriatic Sea. Arrived at the station
we took a gondola — a new and interesting
way of travel. The sight of the scores of
gondolas, with their noisy gondoliers in
picturesque costume: is a sight never
to be forgotten. The streets are waterways,

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As an example of economy such
as prevails here people may be
seen raking the hay-fields for
the last few straws: gleaners
are common in the grain fields:
everything is cared for.

At Verona, many old
fortifications are to be
seen from the car
windows.

I noticed that the laborers on the Railway
line propel their hand-cars as one may
push a boat, by means of poles pushed
backward against the ground.

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July 18 (con.) houses opening directly upon canals. Bathing
in the canals seems to be common: people
of both sexes, and of great variety of ages are
to be seen in the water. I noticed several
instances of people sitting at their front
doors holding cords attached to children
in the water taking their lessons in swim-
ming. In Venice ability to swim is an es-
sential. We took rooms at the Hotel Victoria
After dinner we went out to see the town along
some of the canals, narrow footways pass. Many
of the streets are so narrow that two persons
in opposite houses could shake hands. It ap-
pears to be a dirty town. This night was
a gala time, this marking the annual festival
of the Rendentore, — a feast observed by the
Venetians in commemoration of their deliverance
from a small pox scourge many centuries ago.
The canals were full of boats: all gaily lighted:
a pontoon bridge had been constructed over the
Grand canal, leading to a church at which
services were appointed. We were informed that
the people stay up all night in this observance,
and after midnight all who can go by boat
to the Lodi — an island near the city, and there
they witness the rising of the sun, and these
bathe in the sea. The spectacle of lanterns and
fire-works, and the firing of guns were impressive

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Many boys, girls, and
women were seen in the
water, practicing in the
use of swimming boards.
Some of the little people here
seem adept in the water.

As in other parts of Italy, and in Southern
Switzerland, most of the houses here
are covered with semi-cylindrical tiles.
Some houses outside the cities are thatched
with straw.

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July 19 Sunday. I find on enquiry that Venice
comprises between 15000 and 16000 buildings:
constructed on piles. The city is about 6 miles
in circumference: and stands on 117 small islands
these are separated by 150 canals: there are 378
bridges. Of the inhabitants, a quarter are
paupers. It is a marvel to me how the people
live: and another, as to the reason for establish-
ing a city in such a place. The cost of
building etc. here must be enormous.
	This being the Sabbath, as is our custom
on this tour, we resolved not to travel. However,
Sunday seems to be the best day for visiting
some places of interest in Venice, and we con-
cluded to avail ourselves of this advantage.
	At 9.30 we started: visiting St. Marks Cathedral:
a magnificent structure of the older time: the
outside decorated with magnificent sculpture,
and inlaid glass Mosaics, the latter resembling
painting of the richest kind. The Church has
5 doors arranged in the form of the grand cross.
The doors are of bronze, and were brought from
St. Sophia Constantinople. The entrance is decorated
with superb Mosaics representing old Testament
scenes.	Over the portico are 4 statues in bronze,
of horses: the only horses in Venice. We attended
part of the service of the Cathedral: found the
inside bedecked with funeral emblems, and

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The Bell-tower at St. Mark's is
a good example of a leaning
tower; this leans however
through a sinking of the
foundation on one side. It varies
at least 15º from the perpendicular.

Venetian blinds have probably
been invented and developed
from necessity: but for them
the inmates of one house could
look directly into the opposite
house, the streets being so narrow.

I learned on enquiry that many
people are employed in the
Arsenal; and others in the
glass and wood-sawing establishments.
The Arsenal is said to be the busiest
place in Venice. We cannot get admittance
there, except for special purposes.

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July 19 (con.) found on enquiry that 3 days each year (of these
tomorrow is the first for the present year) are
set apart for the saying of masses for the departed at
the rate of 1000 a day: for this service over a million
francs are annually paid to the church by
contributions of rich men.	Saw the famous
Clock Tower; the structure is surmounted by a
huge bell, upon which two giants strike the
hours; the figures are in bronze.
	We visited also the Academy of Fine Arts: and
spent much time in viewing the wonderful paintings
and sculptures there displayed. (See Guide Book.) The
ceilings of many of the rooms are marvels of
artistic carving.
	Next we visited the renowned Doges' Palace (Doges=
dukes or lords.) This dates from 814: has been three
times partially destroyed, (994: 1355 and 1577) each
time through conspiracy among the people. Along the
walls of the outer courts are openings called each the
"Lion's Mouth": — formerly it was the mouth of a lion
in marble: but the statues were destroyed by the
people during the last rebellion. A letter dropped
into this opening could be taken from the box within
(into which it falls) only by the use of 2 separate Keys,
each held by a separate officer. Letters of private
or rather anonymous accusation, and secret
denunciation were deposited here. Separate lions'
mouths were provided for nobility and plebians

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All the shops are open though
it is Sunday. I was informed that the
Sabbath is the busiest day for trade
here. Concerts and theatres are common
in the Sunday.

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The largest room is the Chamber of the Great Council:
arranged to seat 1500 nobles. Now it is used as a 
library. On one wall is Trutoretto's famous picture
"Paradise," the largest oil-painting in the world;
it is 76 feet long: 30 feet high on the canvas: com-
prises 700 figures, and took 7 years of the artist's
work. Ruskin pronounces this picture . the
most precious thing possessed today by Venice.
Around this great chamber beneath the cormic
are portraits of the <76> Doges of old: one space is
blackened, and  Latin inscription tells us that
that place once belonged to Mauim Faleltou a Doge
of ancient Venice, who was decapitated for treachery
toward the Senate.	In the "Room of the Council
of Three" the floor is composed of marble pieces,
white, gray, and black. so disposed as to produce
the appearance of solid blocks. In the "Room
of the Council of Tew" is a secret door leading
to the Bridge of Sighs; through this door, and
across this bridge were conducted those upon
whom the dread council had passed the sentence
of death: the bridge was so named because of the
consequences of one passing over it. It spans a
canal, and led to a huge dungeon prison on
the opposite side. The present structure has not
witnessed these terrible scenes; it was the old bridge
that had the tale to tell; and it now is gone. We crossed
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July 19 (con). horrible places of the kind I have ever seen.
The torture chamber is provided with rack and
other implements of cruelty: and the walls are
discolored — the guide says from blood. In the
passage without is the place of the Guillotine: with
holes in the floor to facilitate the washing
of blood into the canal: and a small door through
which the bodies were passed to boats — thence to
be carried to the open sea. The place of execution
by the Garotte is also to be seen. I shall not
easily forget our entrance into these gloomy recesses.
At the time of our visit the portal was crowded
by about 50 Italians from the country (here because of the
festival of the Rendentore), eager to gain admittance.
By paying a guide we gained precedence, and as
the door was opened there was a rush accompanied
by loud noises and angry demonstrations. Think of eager
fighting to secure admittance to a prison. No harm
came to us; we rather enjoyed the incident.
	Next we visited Testolini's famous Venetian
Glass Warehouse: and saw a bewildering display
of finest glass-ware. We witnessed the manufacture
of glass beads, ornamented with glass enamel. Here
they spin glass as if it were silk or flax. I
regret that I cannot take good samples with me.
	This day I entered an Italian restaurant,
and enjoyed a meal in the Italian style. It
consisted of Macaroni with Parmesan Cheese, a

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At Testolini's also, there are
fine collections of wood carvings:
these are offered for sale at
very high prices, though probably
not dear when the quality is considered.

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cheap and wholesome combination. Without an
order, the waiter brought us some Italian wine,—
a weak harmless diluted juice.	During the hottest
hours we rested in our hotel rooms: we see the
need of care in this warm climate.
	At 4 p.m. we took boat to Lido — a popular
watering place on an island near the Lagune
mouth. It is a pleasure and bathing resort, —
nothing remarkable about it.
In the evening we enjoyed a gondola ride
on the Grand Canal, and through seven smaller
canals; passing numerous palaces and fine
buildings. Most of these rise on one side from
the water: men of high station owning houses
on the canal have stakes in front of charac-
teristic design and ornamentation, marking a
space of private occupancy. Many boats were
on the water, at the time of our ride; and the
songs of the young people, together with the
calls of the gondoliers made music that I
shall not soon forget. Certain it is that the
scenes and experiences of Venice cannot be
realized elsewhere. It is remarkable to see the
precision with which the gondoliers handle their
crafts: then run within an inch of each
other, turn corners rapidly, and move backward
and forward with apparently perfect ease
and certainty. Many of the small canals will

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A very fine statue in
one of the public squares
is that of Paleocarpa, —
a prominent designer in
the Suez Canal plans.

We have been favored with
good fruit in Italy: beside
the ordinary fruits such as we
may get everywhere I have
enjoyed here the rich pomegranates

Fine Mosaic floors are to be found in Italy;
especially in Venice. Excellent examples of inlaid Mosaic
flooring are to be found at St. Marks' Cathedral;
also in every large building we have visited. Also
polished and inlaid floors of hard wood.

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July 19(con.) barely permit the passage of two gondolas.
All the gondolas are painted black:- a law
requiring that such be done was made
in the 15 century; and has never been repealed.
At night we walked on the Rialto, and in the
Square of St. Mark; listening to excellent music
from the military band. All Venice seemed to
be in the streets this night; the narrow lanes were
crowded to the full. Along the streets venders of
water may be found, crying "Agua" as you approach;
they offer fresh water, flavored with Anise extract,
and with or without a taste of wine as you may
[---]st. In the Square (St. Mark's) and on the
principal streets, thousands of pigeons are
to be seen: these were at one time fed by the
city: now the people take delight in supplying
them. The <wide> streets are lined with tables and chairs
for those who wish refreshments from the ad-
joining caffes.		About the last incident before
I retired for the night was a peculiar experience
in a refreshment shop. Being thirsty I
ordered a glass of lemonade; drank it; and, not
knowing the price and being unable to under-
stand the Italian talk of the waitress I
tendered a 20 centurie piece in payment: this
she took, and, evidently mistaking it for
a franc piece gave me 80 centimes in
change. I failed to convince her of her mistake,

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my objections seemingly meaning to her that
I had not received enough. At last she summoned
a man from an adjoining room: and the two be-
came quite demonstrative at my objections to the
change.	At last I concluded that, as the enthu-
siasm and indignation of the waitress and
the proprietor w[--] approaching the fight-
ing point I would pocket the 80 centimes, and
depart. It was not my fault that they
cheated themselves 60 centimes and a glass of
lemonade.
July 20. Early this morning we took a gondola
ride, through parts of the city not heretofore
traversed. On the way we saw two funeral
processions. Of the second of these I must
speak. Seeing the funeral barges, and hearing
doleful dirges of band music as we were
passing the entrance to a small canal we
directed our gondolier to approach the place:
he seemed very anxious to please us, and
took our gondola right alongside the
hearse-boat; in fact the two boats touched.
We feared some resentment of this undue curiosity;
but concluded that the gondolier knew best the
customs of the country, so we remained as
very interested spectators. The hearse-barge
was draped in black, the drapery being
bordered and otherwise ornamented with

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In the shops the wine is offered
for sale in Florence flasks, wrapped
in rushes, at one place I saw in the
exhibition window such flasks with necks
six feet long.

The prow of the hearse-boat
was decorated with a scythe
and a broken column: also
other emblems of a life cut
short were seen upon the boat.

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July 20 (con.) white and silver: the coffined dead was brought
to the boat; and placed upon a stand in the
centre: over it was put a heavy pall of velvet.
At the corners of this bier stood four pall-bearers,
each holding of bundle of long candles (6 feet long).
The boats for the mourners were ordinary
gondolas with the seats covered with a black
awning; the mourners were thus hidden
from view. We followed the procession. At
first the course laid along the canal: all
was still: the rowers worked silently; I was
impressed with the solemnity of the last ride of the
dead. Then the route took us to the open bay
of the Adriatic sea: here the waves beat high,
and the barge of the dead together with the other
boats were tossed high and heavily. Surely, thought
I, this ride to the grave is a type of the life
now done, it is an epitome of the earthly
career of man; — for a time the voyage of life may
be smooth: but later it will be troubled and
rough: only to be quieted by the sleep of the
tomb.
	The dress of the gondoliers is a picturesque
costume:—white breeches, blue jacket or shirt, and
sometimes a sash.	The public clocks
of Venice are divided on the faces into 24
subdivisions, — marked from 1 to 12 twice.
	We witnessed the celebration of the Grand Annual

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All the rowers on the
funeral boats were dressed
in black with ornamentation
in white and silver braid.

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Funeral Mass at St. Mark's Cathedral. Priests were
stationed at each altar. Old men in black coats,
and white trousers, and old women in white
wrappings, each holding a lighted candle were
grouped in the main nave; candles burned
everywhere, most of them 6 feet in length and do[---]
-wick. The singing was of great volume.
	We ascended the tower of St. Marks, a
leaning tower. It is 322 feet high: square in
section: the top is reached by an inclined plane
of 38 different sections. This structure dates June
A.D. 888. A magnificent view of the city, the
bay (Lagune) the sea (Adriatic) and the mountains
(Alps) is obtainable. This view gives one a good
idea of the compactness of Venice: it seems that
one could step from roof to roof, to the ends of the
city.		I have heard that Venice is a
clean city: this I cannot concur i[-]: the streets
are foul: and the water of the canals actually
stinks at low tide: I would not wish to live in
Venice permanently.		At 3 p.m. we were
on the train travelling toward Florence; on the
way we passed much of interest: — Rorigo, with two
leaning towers which were erected in the 12th
century; the river Po: Bologna with its
leaning tower etc. We passed many trains of
soldiers in transit: there is apparently a
commotion in the military organization of

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Catholic shrines are common in Italy as also in
other European countries thus far traversed. In
Italy however painting takes the place of sculpture
in the altar arrangements.
Out-door wall paintings are common in Italian towns.

Many of the Italian girls and women
wear wooden-soled shoes: these consist
of little more than a wooden bottom
with a toe piece of leather: the instep and
heel are left bare. This shoes produce a strange
noise on the pavement.

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July 20 (con) Italy: soldiers are being carried here and
there continually. One part of the road
lay through a hilly district: we threaded
22 tunnels, — some of them very long, — within
the space of a few miles. At night, the
full mone shone upon the Italian landscape
with beautiful effect: the hills and valleys,
with scattered hamlets reminded me forcibly
of the valleys of Utah. I could be "home-sick"
if I wished so to be: but I must resist
all such feelings; I trust and pray that all
be well at home, and that I may be returned
safely in the proper season. We arrived at
Florence soon after 11 p.m., took rooms at the
"Hotel d' New York," — one of three houses to
which our tickets admit us.
July 21. Rose early: — the fleas of Florence deserve
credit for this act on my part. Early after
breakfast we took a drive through the principal
streets of the city, and later visited afoot the most
prominent items of interest. We visited the Cathedral,
(Il Duomo). The exterior of the building is encrusted
with colored polished marbles, with superb effect.
The tower of Campanile is of similar workman-
ship. Within, this spacious structure appears strik-
ingly empty and bare: the floor is of marble,
beautifully inlaid. No seats are provided in
the vast auditorium. The dome is beautifully

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Chief Italian crops are grapes, Maize,
and flax; these are raised on a large scale.
At Florence the omnibus in which we rode from
the station: to the hotel was stopped at the gate
by soldiers who questioned us, and asked about our baggage.

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decorated with paintings of biblical subjects. Several
very old bibles are chained to a central desk in
imitation of older style. The Battistero, an
octagonal church of very ornamental construction
is near by: we visited it. In this are the three
celebrated bronze doors. The floor within is beautifully
inlaid representing signs of the zodiac etc. The altar
represents the Savior in clouds.	We visited next
the Palazzo Vecchio, once a royal residence, now a
town hall. Several historical sculptures are found within
the great Council Chamber. A water fountain
of porphyry was noticeable in the court.
Next came the Galleria degli Uffizi, containing
a magnificent collection of superb paintings and
statuary. We threaded corridor after corridor,
and room after room all decorated with master-pieces.
These were immense galleries, the walls covered
with portraits of royal and noble scions: I could
not even [---] to all of them. How strange it all is!
those personages once held their courts, and at
times gave reception to a favored few; now they
themselves are marshalled in line to be inspected;
Without leaving the building of the Uffizi Gallery.
we at length found ourselves in the Palazzo
Pitti, — for a long time the residence of royalty.
King Humbert lodges here when in Florence.
The pictures and sculptures here are if possible
superior to those of the Uffizi Gallery: it is

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In the shadows of these beautiful
edifices, people are found offering
for sale the most lewd and
obscene pictures.

The Cabinet of Gems in this Gallery of Uffizi
comprises a very valuable collection; of
articles in rock crystal, agate, jasper, onyx,
alabaster, malachite, azurite, lapis lazuli,
gold etc. etc.

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July 21(con) claimed that no other collection in Italy con-
		tains so many masterpieces with so few works
		of an inferior nature intermingled. The walls are
		of polished marble; the floors of the same or of
		porphyry. Several tables are of the most
		precious Florentine Mosaic, inlaid in the finest
		style of art. Magnificent breccia marbles are also
		abundant. When at last, after hours of inspection,
		we again gained the open street, and looked at
		the outside of the Palazzo Pitti we gained some
		idea of its colossal proportions. Its part har-
		monize so well together that a pleasing
		result is produced, though the stones used
		in its construction are rough, and no effort
		at architectural display has been made. To
		walk back, at a brisk gait, from the exit of
		the Palazzo Pitti, to the entrance of the Uffizi
		Gallery required ten minutes: yet this distance,
		with many many turns and windings had
		been traversed within amidst artistic sur-
		roundings of the finest description. We
		visited also the Church of St. Spirits, Church of
		St. Crose, and many, many, others; also mon-
		uments and piazzas – beautiful and grand.
		The Piazzo of Victor Emmanuel is especially
		grand.   We walked through the Central
		Market, – an imposing arcade where a
		great variety of supplies are offered for sale,

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principally meat, fish, vegetables, and fruits. For
30 centimes (6 cents) we obtained a large packet
of the finest cherries I have ever seen.
I observe that the thin glass Florence flasks
are very common here: all the oil and wine
of the shops are offered for sale in such.
Macaroni is a very common commodity
here: it is offered in all shapes, — strings, thin
sticks, thick sticks, wrinkled sheets, etc.
The flower-girls hereabouts are very importunate:
most of them are well dressed: it seems
that the better class of girls follow that
avocation: they approach you, and seek to
pin a boquet on your coat, & then ask for money.
	Today I met a gentleman at the hotel as
he was preparing to depart; he came from
Denver Colorado; and on his learning that we
hail from Utah he stated that Orson Hyde
one of the Apostles of our Church in days
gone by, was his uncle. A conversation
of a pleasant nature passed between us.
	The travellers and tourists whom we meet
are mostly English and American. I know of
no one language that is of greater service
than our own mother-tongue; most of the
people stopping at hotels are English-
speaking. The present is not the
travelling season for these parts however We

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In Italy, as in some parts of Switzerland,
Germany and France, men kiss each other
on occasions of meeting or parting.

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July 21 (con) learn from the hotel men that their busy
seasons in Italy comprise October—December,
and March—May inclusive. The weather now
is too warm for comfort or for health. I am
well aware that this is not a good time
for our visit, but for me it is this season or
none. Today the heat was stifling: we
endeavor to rest during the hottest part
of the day. Tomorrow, all being well, we
journey to Rome: there I hope to receive
wood from home! God bless and protect my
loved ones.
July 22. Before 6 a.m. we were on our way to Rome. The
farewell ceremony at these Italian hotels is
elaborate, and always terminates by the Pro-
prietor in persons presenting himself at the
door of the omnibus, and offering a stately
bow, and a formally worded wish for our
pleasure in travelling. The ride to Rome
was a pleasant; we passed many interesting
towns, and several times crossed the historical
River Tiber. Arrived in Rome at 1 p.m. and
took rooms at the Hotel Continental. Here as
elsewhere we find the hotels nearly empty
at this season: and the few travellers are
mostly Americans. First we applied at Cook
and Son's office for mail: I was filled with
joy and gratitude to learn by a letter from

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At the Italian
stations pillows are
offered for rent to
passengers taking a
long journey.

Witnessed the operation of
thrashing grain by spread-
ing the same on a sheet
and causing horses to
tramp over it.

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Dear Wife, that at the time of writing (June 29)
she was much improved in health, and
Darling Son had seemingly recovered entirely
from his attack of Measles. How covetous
we grow for good news! sweet as the
letter was I wish I could get another of
later date. Early in the afternoon we
engaged a carriage, the driver of which is
very intelligent, and speaks English fluently. We
spent most of the time till near the hour for
dinner driving about the streets of this most
renowned of ancient cities. We aim in the future
to enter many of the places which today we
have simply gazed at from the outside. We
viewed the Felice Fountain or Fontanone dell'
Agua Felice, which was erected under direction
of Sextus V. Water was brought in 1583 a distance
of 13 miles. The central figure is a copy of the statue
of Moses by Angelo; the copy being made by Prospero
Bresciano, the rival of Angelo; he is said to have
worked without a model on a wager to excel the
masterpiece of Angelo: and on raising the stone
he found it faulty in proportion, and is said to
have died of grief or by suicide over his failure.
	The Barberini Fountain — a Triton blowing water
from a shell: the base - dolphins: occupies the site
of the Circus of Florian: this circus was built
in the shape of a huge basket: and the law

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The side figures of this fountain
represent Aaron and Gideon.

Observed on the road between Florence
and Rome as also elsewhere that
the insulators on telegraph
poles along the railway are arranged
in perpendicular on the side of the poles,
without cross across; so that the wires
are within 3 feet of the ground.

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July 22 (con) required that all who entered it should wear a 
	crown of flowers; so that when all seats were filled
	the appearance was that of a vast basket of
	    flowers. Near by is the Capuchin Church; this we
	must visit again.   In the Spanish Square is
	    a column raised by Pius IX in commemoration of a
	    proclamation concerning the Immaculate Conception.
	Saw also the famed Propaganda building.
	The fine flight of steps - Spanish Stairs were
	erected by Ferdinand and Isabella. A beautiful
	boat shaped fountain at the base commemorate
	    an mundation of the city by the waters of the
	Tiber about 160-170 A.D., the waters reached the 
	level of the fountain.		Piazza del Populo, has
	Egyptian obelisk in centre: the largest in the world ex-
 	    cept Cleopatra's Needle in London. Surmounted by a cross 
	and star of bronze. From this Piazzo lead some of the 
	chief sheets of the city. Church of S. Maria del Populo
	was erected on the site of the tomb of New. Super-
	    stitious fears of the place existed, because it was
	    said ghosts haunted the spot. In 1099 Paschalis II
	proposed to erect a church and thus consecrate
	the spot; the fears of the people sanctioned the
	proposal and furnished the means required.
	Drove down the famed Corso street: on this were
	conducted the horse racers without riders; the
	custom has now been abandoned. Piazza Columna
	is marked by a column of marble  28 blocks; it is

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	near the centre of the city. Columis was erected in 166A.D.
in memory of the victories of Marcus Annelius. It
rests in the centre of the Forum of his father, Antonine
	the Pious. A spiral is traced about the shaft, 1700
feet long and embellished with 2500 human figures in
relief beside numerous horses, chariots, and machinery.
	It is after the pattern of the Column of Trajan
	which we also visited. A statue of St. Paul surmounts
	Autelius' Column; and one of  St. Peter that of Trajan.
We gazed upon the Pantheon- temple of the 
gods, as indicated by the name, now called also
church of "S. Maria Rotanda;" it is the best 
	preserved of the heathen temples of the city. The
Statues and bronzes have been destroyed.
	Church of St. Augustus, built mostly of stone
taken from the Coliseum. Saw within it the
	Statue of the Madonna and Child, made over from
	the original statue of New as a babe in the 
	arms of his mother Agrippina. People have been
	taught to believe that this statue possesses
	magical healing power; hundreds declare they
	have been cured of infirmities by kneeling
	before it, and many votive offerings are
	continually being made to the statue. Both
	figures are now loaded with jewels, and the walls
	around are covered with gold, diamonds, and all
	manner of precious stones. The gifts already
	bestowed exceed 3½ million francs in value.

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July 22 (con.) When I visited it, scores of people were prostrate
before it in prayer. A golden foot of the larger
figure protrudes from the mantle; this is kissed
by hundreds every day. Such idolatry I have 
never seen before.	  In the Piazza Navona
or Circo Agonale (occupying the site of the "Circus
of Domitran."), is the Fountain by Bernini, in
front of the Church of St. Agnes by Boromini
These two sculptures and builders were rivals; Pope
Innocent X engaged Boromini to construct the
facade of the church, and Bermini to design
the fountain. Bermini placed at the corners
the River-gods; one only of whom faces the
church, and he is in the attitude of holding
some object off; the other gods have turned
their faces away from the church: one
of them has put a vail over his head. Ber-	
nini designed this as a reflection on his
rival; the tower of the church leaning a 
little, one of the river deities shows his willingness
to hold it in place; the others are so disgusted
they will not look at the edifice. The Pope
had a statue of St. Agness placed near the
tower to counteracte by her good influence
the tendency to fall. 	The Palazzo Braschi
now used as a government office has 365
windows; one for each day of the year. We
crossed the Ponte S. Angelo to the Castello S. Angello

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	this is built on the site of Hadrian's Mausoleum.
	It is said that Gregory the Pope, when conducting
	a procession to pray for the cessation of a
	pestilence at the end of the 6" century, saw the
	Angel over the castle in the act of sheathing
	his sword: A chapel was erected at the
	summit, and a bronze angel in the attitude
	of sheathing a sword was placed in position.
	   We saw the secret passage way leading
	from the Vatican to the Castle of S. Angelus;
	also the Vatican buildings and St. Peters:
	but these we visit later D.V.     We drove also
	to Capitol Hill, and the Forum, planning
	for another visit.       We saw the city prison,
	built on to the ruins of the Baths of Diocletian.
		This is a fair fete in some parts of
	Rome; open markets on the streets are
	very largely attended.	      The heat here is
	oppressive; I saw a curious way of protect-
	ing horses and mules against the effect
	of heat – by placing hats of straw on the
	animals' heads, holes being cut for the
	ears. The appearance was almost ludicrous.
		In the evening I took a stroll in the town;
	the streets and public gardens are well-filled
	at night; the days are too hot to permit much
	activity: all places of business are closed between
	noon and three or four o'clock.

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July 23. Prepared for an early departure to Naples,
with the intention of returning to Rome
after a few days. We are informed that the
heat is daily becoming more oppressive at
Naples and we are advised to complete the
trip without delay. The ride to Naples was
a pleasant experience of 7 hours duration; the
road took us through Aquino, Cassino, Capua,
and other towns of ancient fame. The first
sight of Vesuvius with its crown of smoke
was interesting and impressive; we expect
to ascend the mountain tomorrow. At the
station in Naples we took a carriage and drove
to Cook's office, thence to the Hotel Vesuvius,
at which we took rooms. We are pleasantly
located, our apartments overlooking the beauti-
ful Bay of Naples, and in full view of Vesuvius.
Naples is a city sin generis. It is the dirtiest
Italian town yet seen; it must be from this
part of Italy that the lower element emigrates
to other lands. Many of the people are very
scantily clad:- the porters and street workers
wear white (?) trousers, and a vest, usually without
shirt, or shoes. The streets seem to be used for
everything, even carpenters and blacksmiths
ply their trade in public thoroughfares.
Horses, mules, and donkeys are used as beasts of
burden, and many of them are very small.

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Along the road the
people are busy in
the street fields gathering
the flax crop.

Some of the plows seen
in the fields are very
primitive.

The street urinals (urinoirss or piss[-]rs
as here called) are entirely exposed.
This is true of Rome also, and of
all other Italian cities already visited.

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Sometimes one sees an ox or a cow between the
shafts of a wagon, a mule on one side, and a horse
on the other, all pulling together. The horse
bridles are seldom provided with bits: a stout
brass band fits closely about the animal's nose
to this projecting bars with rings for the reins
are attached. Much work is done by the aid
of donkeys provided with rush panniers, which
in some cases droop almost to the ground.
The harness used with these diminutive animals
and huge carts is often quite elaborate in dec-
orations with brass; the cart-saddle is very large
and lustrous.	Many of the houses of the
poorer people are cheerless abodes; very few
of them have windows, — holes in the wall
with an iron grating taking their place.
Along the street facing the bay rises a
wall of solid sand rock, and in this rooms
have been hewn. Cut in the rock are many
dwellings, and shops, and traltories (beer houses).
Of course in such a dwelling perpendicular
chimneys are an impossibility, so the
smoke is allowed to escape through a hole
in the side. The doors of many of the houses
are open wide to the street; the entire room
is thus exposed to view; people can be seen
in bed: there seems to be no attempt to avoid
publicity here. In the evening hers of cows

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Most of the male horses
seen here are stallions.
It is wonderful how big a
load one of these little beasts,
donkey, mule, or horse, can be made
to draw or carry.

Most of the children of the poor, are
almost naked, at best they have on
simply a shirt, and that is oftent[---]es
patched in many places with fresh air
most of the laborers are naked from the
knees down.

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July 23 (con) and goats are driven through the streets;
		they are milked in front of the houses of 
		milk-purchasers; the goats are taken with the
		houses to be milked, being driven upstairs,
		even to the highest stories.         Oranges and
		lemons, almonds, pomegranates and figs can
		be seen on the trees: indeed the vegetation
		here bears a semi-tropical aspect. Superb
		Oleanders in full bloom 18 to 20 feet high
		are common.      Soldiers throng the streets
		here as elsewhere: they are scarcely less
		numerous however than the priests, who
		are seen in great variety of dress according
		to the orders to which they belong.
			I observed today an interesting case of
		the weathering of stone: – a wall built of
		cubical blocks of sandstone is built along
		the road, facing the bay. These sandstone
		blocks have been worn away by weathering
		agencies, but the mortar that cements
		the blocks together has been much less
		affected; the wall appears in places to be
		honey-combed. – the hollows being in sandstone
		and the partitions in mortar. The [---]
		of Naples are very beautiful, except for
		the great quantities of dust that settle
		on everything; not a leaf of a tree but was
		covered. Some very fine residences and other

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buildings are to be seen on the outskirts of the
city. At night we walked through a few of
the streets. Here also the night seems to be
the time of social activity and enjoyment.
The streets were full: the café and restaurant
were crowded. Lewd women, and men who
are worse, — the latter pushing obscene pictures
into the faces of the visitor to induce him
to purchase are very common.
July 24. This is the anniversary of pioneer day at
home. May all things go well there! I well
remember the incidents of this day last year,
when I lay so ill: how thankful should I
be for the innumerable blessings of my
Father.	Today I rose early after a very
uncomfortable night. The fleas of Naples
are energetic monsters; the heat during
the night was very oppressive. At 7 a.m.
I found myself one of a party of 7, travelling by
carriage of Cook and son toward Vesuvius. Our
driver was skillful with the lines: and handled
his four spirited gray horses with ease and
precision. Our passage through the streets
of Naples was a series of interesting observations.
Along the crowded and dirty streets, shoemakers,
carpenters, blacksmiths, barbers etc. were at work;
and cooking operations were in progress, especially
in boiling green corn and potatoes which vegetables

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The street singing in Naples
is very poor. What I have
heard is of the worst kind.

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July 24 (con.) were taken hot from the pot and "cried" for sale
		in noisy harangue. Fruit and fish peddlers
		were very numerous, located at stationary
		stalls or moving about with a diminuative 
		donkey or mule to carry or draw their load of
		merchandise. Goats and cows were being
		driven around and milked at the doors. I saw
		a woman in a doorway in the fourth story,
		lower by a rope an open basket containing a
		pitcher, which the milkman filled from the
		goat udder direct, and which the woman
		then drew up in the basket. Many of the 
		street vendors and common laborers were seen
		eating their breakfast, which in many cases
		consisted simply of bread, over which the
		eater squeezed the juice of a green tomato;
		usually, however, the people take some sort
		of wine with their food. 		Witnessed the
		operations of raising water from a well by
		horse power, – operating on an axis on which
		was wound an endless rope with brackets
		attached; the water was used for irrigating
		a garden.	   Water in earthen pitchers is
		hawked about the streets. After passing through
		the school we reached the village of Ressina,
		really a part of Naples. This town is built
		upon the lava overlying buried Herculaneum.
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confused as are those of Naples. Scores of
boys and girls were seen in the streets, each with
a shirt only: and many small children were
running about entirely naked save for the
thick layer of dirt over their whole bodies.
These children and many grown persons
swarmed about our vehicle begging for
money; and to gain their object they put them-
selves through all manner of queer antics,—
turning somersaults, standing on heads, tickling
each other and laughing immoderately - jumping
or skipping, or anything of the kind. Bro. King
threw them a coin, and then followed an indescrib-
able rush and scramble, with much pulling and
pushing and some fighting. Ascending the
slopes of the mountain near Ress[--]a we
saw the olive tree, the fig, pomegranate, large
mulberry, honey locust, and all the ordinary
varieties of fruit. The road on the mountain
side is in very good condition. When within
3 miles of the termination of the wagon road,
our tickets were examined by an agent of
the Cook & Son Co, to see if we were travelling on
the tickets of the company: had we not been so
provided an extortionate fee would have been
charged for the rise of the road. Arrived
at the Lower Station of the Vesuvius Wire
Rope Ry: (Ferrovia Funiculare del Vesuvio), which
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One boy, wearing nothing but
a short shirt stood on his
head and kicked his legs in the
air, and seemed to demand payment
for what he apparently considered a very
artistic feat.

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July 24 (con) is situated within 200 yards of the Crates m[---]h
- after a ride of nearly 5 hours. Here we paused
to take lunch; and nthen proceeded up the
inclined railway, by which we were conveyed
to within 200 yards of the crater month. The
ride up this steep incline by such a road
is interesting and exciting, though by no
means unattended with danger. The road,
the cables, the cars all appear weak and un–
reliable,  though I have never heard of an
accident upon the road. At the Upper
Station we were met by guides, to whose
services our railway tickets entitle us; and
without whose company we could not be
permitted to make the ascent of the cone, as
the law forbids. We found afterward that
most of these guides are Italian police of-
ficers, with power to take into custody any-
one who violates the law governing the
visiting of the volcano. To say the least, however
these petty officials are very officious; I
consider them a nuisance. The road from
the Upper Station to the Crater mouth is along
a good foot path of shelving scoriae, – steep
however. The guides and their assistants
offer the loan of sticks (25 ¢): offer to pull
you by a strap (2 francs) or to lend you a hand
(1 franc). Only one of our party availed himself

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of this proffered aid: he was a stout old
gentleman fully as noisy as he was
fat, and him the guides pulled up by the
ainto, or aid strap. When we had traversed
half the distance of the foot path, the heat
of the volcano was great; steam and sul-
phurous fumes issue from rents and small
fissures in the side of the cone. A thin
incrustation of sulphur, and stains of ferric
chloride tint one side of the inner cone
a beautiful yellow. The crater is an immense
yawning chasm, from which issue heavy
clouds of steam and dark vapors. Sulphurous
odors prevail all about. In my endeavors to
get a good view of the crater I ventured a
little too near the edge to suit the guides'
ideas of propriety: one of these functionaries
ran up and offered me his arm for a franc: strange
indeed that I had got into such danger
that I could only be saved at the cost of a fee.
I refused his offer, and remained till my
observations were completed: much to the
disgust of our guards. The cone-within-cone
structure of the crater is very clearly shown.
Mount Somma marks the rim of the original
crater, from which issued the memorable
flow of 79 A.D., then there is the "old crater"
and the present or "new crater." The only

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Learned that one of the surest
premonitions of serious eruptions
is the drying up of fountain
and w[---]s in the neighborhood
of the mountain.

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July 24 (con.) volcanic emanations to be observed today were
dense clouds of steam and dark vapors, and
sulphurous fumes; last night, the guides
say, a slight tremor of earthquake was
felt about the mountain. As we turned
our backs to the cone, preparing to descend,
we obtained a view of the magnificent
panorama of the surrounding valleys.
The Bay of Naples, that broad arm of
the Mediterranean Sea, with its boats and
large crafts, looked very beautiful. Most
of the party descended by means of the Wire
Rope Ry: but two beside myself walked
or rather ran down, cutting across the
mountain side through the immense fields
of shelving debris — volcanic "ashes" and "cinders,"
to the streams of recent lava, which are still
red-hot and glowing, and in many parts
molten. This lava has been in true
igneous fusion and has issued from
a fissure in the sides of the mountain
near the base. The so called "lava" to be
found near the summit has apparently been
in aqueo-igneous fusion only. The lava
fields can be traced from the mountain
to the sea: by a difference in color the
separate flows are clearly distinguishable.
	Leaving the party at the base of the

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Going down we sank at every step nearly to
the knees in the shelving ashes. I did not
realize that my feet were so small, and my shoes
so big till I undertook to remove the ashes and
cinders that had found their way into my shoes.

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	mountain I hastened down the road to the
	Royal Meteorological Observatory, the institution
	which Sign. Palmieri the brave and devoted
	scientist made so famous. I had the good fortune
	to meet the Director, who courteously conducted 
	me through the entire establishment, showing
	me cabinets of minerals taken from the lava,
	– about 50 species are characteristic, – ; but most 
	of all I was interested in the magnificent
	seismometers and seismographs, self-regis-
	tering and self-recording instruments, marking
	the slightest tremor of ground either
	horizontal or vertical. Excellent relief maps
	of Vesuvius and vicinity, and for comparison
	of Etna also are provided- This visit I highly
	appreciated.      I remained at the Observatory
	until the carriage containing the rest of 
	the party came along; We then descended
	to Ressina, the town that is built upon
	the tomb of ill-fated Herculaneum. By
	feeing our driver we induced him to
	stop here to afford us time to visit the
	defunct city. After paying our entrance
	fees we were conducted by the officer in
	charge down steps to a depth of 80 feet
	below the surface, into the Herculaneum
	theatre; this has not been entirely
	excavated; but the stage, orchestra, the

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July 24 (con). corridors, entrances, steps, and several tiers
of seats are shown. In some parts, the
frescoes on the walls, and the ornamented
cornices are still in good order. In another
part of the town several houses have been
uncovered: these are open to the sun-light,
but are carefully walled up that no one
may get a glimpse until he has paid
his fee and been admitted by the custodian.
(See Guide Book for particulars). Is it not
an impressive thought that a city should
have been buried so long and then be disinterred
and that another town should spring up
on the tomb of the first? The excavations
have not been carried far at Herculaneum:
I understand that Pompeii exhibits much
more. The ride from Ressina to Naples
was characterized by a succession of the scenes
of the morning ride out. Bro. Smoot of
one party is feeling ill tonight: we trust
there is nothing serious to come: the con-
ditions here prevalent are very [---]e alth-f[--]
July 25. Rose about 4 a.m: after a sleepless night.
The noise and bustle of the streets seems
never to cease during the night, and the
Neapolitan fleas maintain their activity
during the entire period of sleep. The
heat also is very oppressive. The humidity

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Evidently the volcanic material covering the town
could not have been true lava in igneous fusion,
helse the destruction would have been much more wide spread.
Volcanic mud first flowed into the streets: this was
afterward followed by true lava, sealing the whole as with
a tomb slab.

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	of the atmosphere is great this morning; vigorous
	rise of a fan seems to afford but little
	relief. I think this must be a very un-
	healthful clime. This morning we visited
	the National Museum; – a grand establishment.
	Being pressed for time I paid comparatively
	little attention to modern paintings, sculp-
	tures and other such works of art, for
	similar collections, and larger ones can be 
	found elsewhere; I was most deeply
	interested in the antiquities from the
	buried cities, Pompeii, Herculaneum and
	Stabiae. The ancient frescoes taken from
	the walls of the houses; the sculptures
	found in the rooms of the rich, and in the
	public buildings of the towns, the c[---]-
	fully rich mosaics of the floors, the in-
	scriptions, engraved and painted, are very
	beautiful, and show much of the attaimments
	of those ancient people. I saw also several
	speciments of Pompeian food: – bread found in
	the ovens; grains– wheat, oats, barley, maize,
	beans; meal; a cooking pot with meal
	still in it; a baking pan with the
	bones of a sucking pig, trussed for the
	trable: nuts: figs; prunes: purses with
	money within; beads: soap: bottles still 
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July 25 (con.) One room (the Raccolto Pornografica) is not
usually open: by kindness of an officer
however I was admitted alone. This contains
a large collection of wall paintings, sculptures,
reliefs, and bronzes of most obscene subjects.
These were taken from the ill-fame houses
and seraglios of the buried towns and show
the depravity of the people. Artistic skill
has been employed in its highest attainments
to illustrate these hellish themes. Many of
the pieces are of a most revolting nature;
I refrain from a description, as such
could be of but little good; and may be of ill.
	Leaving Naples by train we proceeded
to Pompeii, and were admitted to that won-
derful city of the past. By good fortune
the chief officer of the soldier-guards, (who
are also guides to the place) conducted us
through: he having all keys was able to
admit us to places ordinarily kept
from the gaze of visitors. In the Pompei[-]n
Museum we examined a large collection of
relics, most of which are inferior to the
corresponding pieces in the National Museum
at Naples. There are a great number of
plaster casts of human and animal bodies,
showing accurately the position of the body
as it lay in the ashes and scou[--] after

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There seems to be an entire lack of system
in issuing tickets at Italian ticket offices:
such crowding and pushing is almost barbarous.
Today at the Naples office I was almost flattened by
the pressure. No precedence is usually afforded
ladies in such places.

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the death struggle. There are casts of a mother
and daughter in close proximity: two men
each with a money purse, — they probably
were overtaken through delaying their
escape in an attempt to carry off their
gold: a woman with the pattern and style
of head dress still shown etc. etc: there are
also many skeletons of human beings,
also of horses, dogs, cats, etc; also paintings
from the walls: statues and wall sculptures,
food, and occasional remnants of dress;
complete paraphernalia of an apothecarie's
shop: locks for doors: pieces of window
glass, — this is very rare: ordinarily talc
or mica w[--] used in the windows, or
simply a grating of iron bars was provided.
We walked for hours through the streets,
visiting buildings of interest etc. (See marked
Guide Book). In the pavement of the narrow
streets the ruts caused by the wheels are
still deep and well preserved: at the
crossings immense stepping-stones are
provided, — as a safeguard against contamination
with mud. Public announcements, chalked on
the walls are still intact; also trade signs,
but these latter are more frequently in symbols
than in words: — a picture to indicate a painter's
shops, a section of wall inlaid to show the place

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Scarcely one half of the city has been excavated as yet.
Fields are made and crops are flourishing over
the unexplored regions. Tis a true grave: — green
above, while all is silent below.

May not Pompeii and
Herculaneum be called
"Fossil Cities."?

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July 25 (con). of a worker in Mosaics; and, — terrible to
tell it, — pictures and models of male gener-
ative organs to mark houses of infamy. Within
these places the walls are painted with scenes
of the utmost lewdness, — similar to the
exhibit in the Raccorto Pornografico at Naples.
We visited the theatres — the larger for tragedy,
the smaller for comedy, and for a time I
seated myself in the place of spectators
of the past. In the temples the altars of
sacrifice are still in place. At the
entrance to the Former are to be seen the
triumphal arches of Nero and of Caligula.
From the triangular forum a beautiful view
of the Appenines, Stabial, and the sea is
obtainable. Near by is the Temple of Hercules,
also the Gladiators' barracks, with a prison;
in this building the remains of 63 people
have been found. The Thermae or Baths are
still intact: the cold bath, tepid bath,
and the hot bath being separate. In the
last named the floors and walls of the
rooms are double, to admit of thorough
heating. Some parts of the Termae roofs
are still standing — magnificently decorated.
At the entrance to a Bank the greeting,
"Salve lucrum" appears in the mosaic
floor. Visited houses of soap maker, butcher,

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Not over half the buried city is as yet excavated.
Fields of flourishing crops are above
the still buried portion.

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baker, — in the latter was an oven in which was
found 48 loaves of bread, and the remains of
a stuffed pig.
	Strange indeed, to walk through the streets
of a city buried for 18 centuries! Wonderful too, that
the habits and customs of the people, and even
the evidences of their crimes, should be so
preserved, and after such a mighty lapse of
time be again laid bare to the eyes of
men and exposed to the sun's searching light.
Byron's words are expressive:—
	"What wonder this?...
	"Oh Earth... and from thy solemn womb,
	"What yieldest thou? Is there life in the abyss,
	"Doth a new race beneath the lava dwell?
	"Returns the past, awakening from the tomb.
	"The earth with faithful watch has hoarded all,"
And is it not so, that when our life is cut
short, the full records of our attainments, our
good deeds, and our crimes is also hoarded;
cut off from [---] gaze for a time, so[--],
however to be again revealed?
	Taking evening train we returned to
Rome, and resumed our lodgings at the
Continental Hotel, — a very fine establishment.
So we are beyond the turning point in our journey.
I begin my retu[--] home. Heaven grant me
safe passage, and a joyful reunion with loved
ones.

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Short twilights are very marked in this
southern shine: such a contrast with the
long evenings of England. (See page 187)

Very tired and dusty on reaching Rome;
appreciated a bath, and a change of clothing
bath-tub of marble — a fashionable and
an inconvenient fad: — costly, cold, and
comfortless.

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July 26. This being probably our only Sunday in Rome,
	we considered it proper to employ the time in
	visiting places of interest. By good fortune we
	secured the cooperation of an intelligent young
	man, English speaking, who offered to accompany
	us over the city, – for a consideration.     By 8 a.m.
	we were on our rounds.    Visited the house of the 
	notorious Lucretia Borgia; – saw the tower in
	which was the fatal trap. Visited the church
	of St. Peter in Vincoli, and gazed with ad-
	miration on the famous statue of Moses by Michael
	Angelo; it is truly a great work, – I wish the horns
	were left off: This was the last work in sculp-
	ture by the great artist; he was well satisfied
	with it, and on completing it is said to have
	tapped the figure on the knees with his hammer;
	saying "I can do no more to thee; would that God
	would non endow thee with life." Near the
	church is a palm tree said to have been
	planted by Angelo where the statue was done.
	Chains are kept in the crypt of the church,
	said to be the chains with which Peter the 
	apostle was bound; hence the name of the
	church.	  Next we visited the Colosseum
	the most imposing building in ancient Rome;
	(for statistics see Guide Book). When completed
	by Titus in A.D. 80, its opening was graced?
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beasts in gladiatorial contests. A true idea of
its colossal dimensions is hardly to be given in
words. For 200 years after it had been abandoned
as a place for public service, it was used as a
quarry for stone for other buildings. Of this
huge structure it used to be said:-
	"While stands the Colosseum, Rome shall stand,
	"When falls the Colosseum, Rome shall fall:
	"And when Rome falls, with it shall fall the world."
We walked upon the arena, and ascended the steps
to each tier of seats. Adjoining the Colosseum
is the Square of Flavian: with the base of the
pedestal on which once stood the colossal
statue of Nero. We passed beneath the Triumphal
Arch of Constantine and that of Titus: saw the
Bath, or Termae of Titus: went up the Palatine
Hill, from which we viewed the remains
of the famed "Golden House of Nero": there we
descended into the Roman Forum. This en-
closure or series of enclosures is graced by
the ruins of many edifices of ancient fame
and beauty. For centuries it has been buried,
- by the debris of the Tiber, which from the
rising of the bed through its channel being
uncleansed of sediment, converted this place
into a marsh, and also by the accumulation
of rubbish of which this historical <place> was
for centuries made the receptacle. Now, however

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In an enclosure on one side,
are seen piles of bones, animal
and human — the remains of
the victories of the arena butcheries.

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July 26 (con) most of it has been again freed. The place
is in fact a series of Fora. We visited the
ruins of the Basilica of Constantine; the
Temple of Romulus; Temple of Antoninius
and Faustina; Temple of Vesta;—the first
edifice erected to the Vestal Virgins; this was
built by Numa Pompilius. Saw the ruins
of Imperial Palace of Caligula; Palace of the Caesars,
House of Pontifex Maximus; House of Vestal
Virgins: Temple of Julius Caesar: Temple of Caster
and Pollux - with a part of the beautiful Mosaic
floor still intact; Rostrum, from which was
uttered the famous funeral oration by Antony,
Temple of Concord; Temple of Vespatian, and
Temple of Saturn. Stood also over the Cloaca
Maxima at a place where the conduit is
exposed: - foul odors arise from it, - as would
be expected of a sewer of so many centuries'
service. Saw what remains of the Tarpa[--]n Rock:
and climed the famous Capitoline Hill to the
Museum. The hill is said to have been
thus named from the discovery of a human
head when excavations for improvements
were begun here. The Capitoline Museum
is an excellent collection (See Guide Book) I
cannot begin a description here; the same is to
be said of the Palace of the Conservaton. Visited also
the Church of Bambino, so named from a statue

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In modern Rome the abbreviations used as symbols of ancient authority
are still employed. "S.P.Q.R" (Senatus, populus que Romanus) is to be
seen on all the municipal notices, and offices, and even on the water carts
and street implements of the "Eternal City."

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of the Christ Child here which is worshipped by the
people. It is believed by the Catholics that any-
things that touches this image becomes holy:
the priest produced some pictures of the image,
drew them across the body, and presented them to
us as sanctified souvenirs; we accepted them; then 
he asked for a frame in payment. The image
is covered with costly gems which have been
bestowed by enthusiastic and wealthy worshippers
as [--]tive offerings. On occasions of illness, some
member of the family, for a fee, obtains per-
mission to pray before this image: if the
face of the idol (it is such surely) turns pale
it is considered a sign of the death of the
sufferer; if the countenance remains
red, the sick will be healed, they say.
	In the afternoon we took a carriage and
were driven to many places of interest
within and without the walls. Traversed
the Triumphal Way; to site of Porta Capena,
one of the gates of the ancient wall. Here
began the celebrated Appian Way, begun by
Appins Claudius; leading south through Pizznoli,
Herculaneum and Pompeii. We followed the
Appian Way, two or three miles, and then saw the
road straight ahead of us - 14 miles farther; Was
originally paved: was about 36 feet wide in-
cluding side walks. People once loved to bury

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July 26 (con) their dead along highways; and the Romans
		chose the Appian Way as a favorite burial 
		way. Unbroken succession of tombs once
		extended from the Porta Capena for 25 miles.
		Most of the tombs have been entirely des-
		troyed; and all have been mutilated, their
		valuable marbles having been taken to
		adorn other buildings. These tombs were
		generally very elaborate and large structures;
	        Visited the Baths of Caracalla; immense
		structures, begun 212 A.D. by Caracalla; 3 1/2 miles
		in circumference: Beautiful Mosaic floors are
		in many places sunken, through the weight
		of the ceiling which fell upon them. Not
		used after 450 A.D., and in 8" century they
		began to suffer demolition, – to furnish stone
		for other buildings.       Visited the Church of 
		"Dominie quo vadis," so named that at 
		this spot, – upon which the church was 
		afterward built to commemorate the event, –
		Peter while fleeing to escape a violent death
		at the hands of his persecutors met his
		Master, of whom he enquired in amazement,
		"Dominie quo vadis?"; to which the Savior
		made reply "Venio iterum crucifigi". Peter
		felt ashamed and returned. It is claimed that 
		the stone upon which the Savior stood at 
		the time received a permanent impression of

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His feet: a copy of which is exhibited here,
the original being in the Church of St. Sabastian
which we visited later. Visited also the noted
Catcombs; were conducted through the principal
passages, — some of them at least, — by a quaint
old monk of the *Trapist order, in whose care
the catcombs are. Learned that the passages
measure over 500 miles: in some places there
are over 5 stories or tiers of excavations. Originally
there were 64 entrances to them: we entered by
the Gate of St Callisto. The excavations are
through the tufa, a pumice stone, — a soft,
porous, volcanic rock. Were originally made
as quarries: when the persecutions increased
against the Christians these used the
catacombs as places of worship, and later as
burial places — to avoid pagan rites over their
departed ones. Over a million graves have
been located in the catacombs; we examined several.
In a few some bones are still left; in two,
the principal parts of the skeleton are still
preserved after 1500 years; in others, — only a
little of the "dust that once hath been
alive" remains. Two marble sarcophagi
contained bodies still more perfect; — one of
a woman with hair still attached, and some
parts of the burial dress still on; the other
of a young man mummified. In many parts

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Indian Corn—Maize—is largely
grown here. It is called by the
Italians Gran-ture — "Turkish
Cir[--]"

*The Trapist Monks are under a
vow of silence; the three monks who
officiate at the catacombs have been
absolved from the vow.

Crops flourish in well
kept fields gardens
and orchards over the
Catacombs.

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July 26 (con) of the Catacombs, shrines have been erected,
		and little chapels hewn out; these are decorated
		with paintings and inscriptions of biblical
		subjects.           Next we visited the church
		of St. Sabastian, so named from its being
		built	over the catacombs which once bore
		the name of the saint. It contains a beautiful
		reclining statue of St. Sabastian; the remains
		of the saint are said to be here. The
		monks in charge are the capuchins; they
		show the arrows that killed St. Sabastian;
		also the (alleged) original stone bearing
		the footprints of Christ, taken from
		the site of the "Domine quo vadis" church
		(see p.294); the arm of St. Andrew, and many
		other relics of doubtful origin.             We saw
		also, from the Appian Way, the Tomb of 
		Romulus; also the renowned Circus of
		Romulus – capacity for 18000 spectators; and
		the famous Claudian Aqueduct. The water
		was carried for many miles in conduit sup-
		ported on massive arches, or tunnelled through
		the earth, in such a way as to give the
		whole but a gentle incline. The Romans of
		the days of Claudius certainly knew that
		liquids find their level: but they did not
		know how to make large closed conduits or
		pipes. The water-pipes thus far found are of

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	lead, and, of course, of small size. From this place
	on the Appian Way we see distinctly the
	Alban Mts., Sabine Mts., and Appenines.    Next
	we visited St. Paul's Church, without the walls;
	– the most gorgeously decorated edifice I have ever
	seen. Within, it is all of polished stone; – the 
	walls and floors of marble – of as many kinds
	as the world has been able to produce; the
	supporting pillars are of polished granite: 96 of
	them in all: the altars are of polished
	malachite with gold mountings; the ceilings
	are of gilded carvings. Church is so named from
	a tradition that it stands upon the site
	of St. Paul's tomb, – to which his body was
	removed from its original grave at the in-
	stance of a wealthy Roman lady. He was
	beheaded about 2 miles from this spot: it
	is said that his remains were afterward placed
	beside those of St. Peter inside the city.
	Returning we passed the Pyramid of Cains S[---] <Ast[---]>,
	the only European pyramid: erected about [--]
	15 B.C. as an unparalleled honor. A colossal statue
	once stood in front of it; the fragments we saw
	this morning in the Capitoline Museum.
	    We saw the site, and the terminal supports
	of the Sublitian Bridge – which Horatio and
	his two brave confederates defended against an
	invading army "in the brave days of old." It

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July 26 (con) is said that the people regarded the spot in which
		Horatio stood as sacred, thinking that supernatural
		power above could have prompted and sustained such
		bravery. All sacred or hallowed structures
		could be repaired only by the direction of 
		the Chief Priest; and for him who had the
		care of repairing this bridge, the Romans
		sought for a little of highest significance;
		they called him Porte fecit maximus; –
		the great bridge maker; and from this has been
		derived the present title of the Pope, –
		Pontifex Maximus.		 We saw one of the 
		secondary Temples of Vesta, – of these there were
		originally 14 in each of which the sacred
		fire was kept alight. So also in the Temple 
		of Hercules. This idea that a fire kept burning
		in the temple altars was a safeguard against
		disaster to a wandering one is but a
		"legend I know, – a fable, a phant[---], a 
		show", yet that old superstition was
		symbolical. So may the sacred fire of 
		prayer, kept burning on the altars of
		home, by the Vestals of the household,
		gain divine protection for the absent [---].
		I feel that a fire is burning for me; it 
		is fed by the purest of hands; my heart
		is not capable of the gratitude that is
		due.

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Saw the celebrated Theatre of Marcellius, begun
by Julius Caesar, and finished by Augustus
Caesar. It is supposed that the idea of
the Colloseum was taken from this structure.
Capable of seating 35000 spectators.
	The Temple of Jesus, - a Jesuits' structure
is a magnificently decorated edifice. It is
the worshipping place of the Aristocracy
of Rome. We witnessed services there
It is claimed that the body of St. Ignatius
is interred there. One statue within the
Church is of silver, and weighs 120 lbs.
The hangings are of magnificent appearance
most of them are of gold cloth.

	As has been the case in other Italian
cities, whenever we enter or leave the
gates of Rome we are scutinized by soldiers
who guard the portals. Enquiry showed
that the city government of each places
levies a duty on certain articles, which has
to be paid to the officers in charge. These
officials have power to demand any
and all baggage for examination. They have
long slender spears, with which they probe
packages (sacks of grain etc.) to see if bottle
of liquor or tobacco is in hiding there.
	The symbol "S.P.Q.R." (Senatus

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I have already made remarks on the extent of
Anglo-American travel on the European continent
It is rare that we see any but English-speaking
people at our hotels. Tonight, at table d'hote a
gentleman came in and actually spoke Italian to the
waiter; I felt to say to him "Sir, you are the only foreigner
among us."

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July 26 (con) populusque Romanus") is still used
		in Rome; though in reality there is no
	       	senate of Rome. The Senatus is the 
		higher house of the Italian Parliament;
		Senators must be over 50 years of age; and 
		must have served 5 terms (25 years in all)
		in the lower house. The lower house
		is called the "Chamber of Deputies." The
		Senators are nominated by the King.

		Private Journal
		   Volume IV
	   Ended at Rome Italy. 
		July 26," 1891. 
				J E Talmage.

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Private Journal,
Volume 5
James E Talmage, 
D. S. D; PH D
July 27, 1891- March 28, 1892
PRINCIPAL
LATTER-DAY SAINTS' COLLEGE  SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH.

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Private Journal
					    Volume V.
				
				Commenced  July 27, 1891
						at
							Rome, Italy
				Ended:  March 28, 1892
						at 
						San Francisco
							     California
					J. E. Talmage

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Private Journal
Volume I
Rome Italy
1891.
July 27.	On this date it becomes necessary to
begin a new book in the record of my
life. Volume IV of the Journal extends from
Sept. 1, 1890, to July 26, 1891 inclusive. At
this writing, I am located at Rome, Italy,
—the city which once was called "Eternal."
This place marks an important stage
in a journey which I am now pursuing.
Since leaving home on May 24 last, my
course has led me Eastward through the
United States, thence to England: <and> through
Belgium, Holland, Western Germany,
Switzerland, and Italy. I am grateful for
the privilege of thus visiting foreign
lands, and places of historic fame.
Every day, and from morn till night, new

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J. E Talmage.

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July. 27.(con.) wonders open before my view, and much
		food for reflection comes within my reach.
		I compare myself under present conditions
		to a bee away from the hive in search of
		honey for the general store; the flowers among
		which I wander are generally pleasant,
		though, of course, there are some barren
		wastes and dreary fields to cross: but the
		bee, as he is working for home, may
		surely be permitted to think, and that too,
		fondly, of home; and to look with eyes
		full of hope, toward the return. Through
		all the shifting scenes of my present
		changeful life; – when standing in the
		palaces of art; or in the temples of
		man's God-given ingenuity; – amidst
		the solitude of Nature, undefaced by any
		human touch, – on the ice of the Glacier
		in the mighty Alps, and on the brink
		of Vesuvius' vast crater of fiery fury; – 
		when asleep, and in dreams, and when

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	kneeling before the throne of the Mighty
	One, – there came before my mind, the
	lineaments of faces, pure and fair; one
	of a treasured Wife, true, noble, and saintly,
	– who has shown her fidelity toward
	her less worthy husband, by going
	voluntarily to the gates of the grave to
	rescue me; – the other, – of a darling
	son, – as pure as can be the spirits
	of Innocence, when first they leave
	the palaces of primeval bliss. These,
	and the thoughts of other loved ones,
	– of parents, and brothers, and sisters,
	as also the memories of scenes of
	appointed labor, are beacon lights that
	point my course toward the West;
	and to the West, D.V., I shall hasten.
	At times, the thoughts of my pleasant
	and love-lighted home arise in my
	mind, feelings of indescribable

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		calmness and heavenly comfort; and, though
		at such times, I may be in noisy situations,
		to me, all there is quiet; though I be hungry,
		or athirst, I feel satisfied and suffer no
		more: if I be fatigued, I become at once
		rested; and at such sanctified moments
		I say, "Surely Maia is praying for me
		now; or perhaps she teaches at this instant
		her heavenly charge to kneel, and lisp
		"God bless Papa."; perhaps too, other loved
		ones are petitioning Divine grace for
		the absent and wandering one. God
		be thanked for the privileges and comforts
		of prayer; what ecstasy can exceed
		the "fervor and passion" of secret and
		earnest communion with our Heavenly
		parents? The powers invoked by such
		means, overcome the obstacles of separating
	space. [line drawn]
			But I must hasten to the chronicles
		of the day.

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91.	Early this morning, my travelling companions,
	– Elders Reed Smoot, and Samuel A. King,
and I started on another day's sight-seeing in
	Rome. We first visited the Capuchin
	Church; and went into the ghastly
	grotto in the same, the door to which
	is marked by the assuring emblems of
	grinning skull, and cross-bones. Within
	is a succession of five large rooms,
	decorated and furnished, and that most
	sumptuously, with the bones of men.
	There are here the osseous remains
	of 4000 Capuchin Monks, who have
	died within the precincts of the
	Church and the adjoining monasteries, 
	during the last four centuries. The
	ceilings are ornamented, and the walls
	are frescoed and hung in fantastic
	patterns, all formed of human bones.
	There are borders of vertebrae: f[--]zes
	of sacra; and waving wreaths of ribs.

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July 26 (con) The long bones are pilled to produce 
	grottoes, within which the best preserved
	of the bodies stand or lie,  the skull, in 
	each case, grinning hideously from the
	Capuchin hood. The articulated skeleton
of a young monk is attached to the ceiling,
	in the attitude of mythical Father Time,
	holding the symbols of departing opportunity,
	and of the harvest of death,  all of human
	remains. A few of the skulls have still
	some hair attached; and this adds to 
	their ghastly aspect. The earth in the 
	floors of this abode of death, was brought
	from Mount Calvary; and burial space
	in such sanctified soil was considered
	precious; consequently the bodies were
	removed after an interval, to give
	place to others. Many bodies are still
	entombed beneath. There have been no 
	burials here since 1870.
		Next we visited St. Peter's Piazza with its

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91	justly famous colonnade. There are four con-
centric rows of massive columns, yet from a particular
	place in the centre, but one now can
	be seen, all being hidden but the inner
	circle. The Egyptian obelisk in the centre
	is of one piece of granite. Of this obelisk it
	is related that when it was about to be raised
	to its present position, an official order was
	issued that no spectator should utter a
	word during the ceremonies on pain of death.
	The tackle ropes proved to be too long, and
	for a time there was danger that the huge
	spire would fall; when one of the crowd
	called out "Wet the ropes"; The suggestion
	was acted upon with a successful result.
	Yet it is said that the man who thus
	violated the decree of silence was executed;
	but to his family was granted the honor of
	providing the palm branches for the
	Church celebration; and throughout St. Peter's
	Cathedral are pigeons with palm-branches

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July 27(con). We entered the Gallery of the Vatican.
	The Pope's soldiers and guards are dressed
	most fantastically; the costumes being in
	the brightest and most varied colors. The
	dress was designed, we were told, by Michael
	Angelo. The long galleries, and spacious corridors,
	the numerous rooms and saloons are all
	decorated in the most lavish way with
	master-pieces (see marked, and annotaded
	Guide Book.) The Sistine Chapel contains
	much of the work of the [--]mortal Angelo;
	there is to be seen his famous "Last Judgement"
	Of this figure picture it is related that at
	first all the figures were represented in
	a nude state; till Cardinal Biagio ob-
	jected on the ground of impropriety in
	a picture intended for a chapel. For revenge,
	Angelo represented Biagio as one of the
	spirits in hell. Biagio applied to the Pope
	for redress, but the answer was, that

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91:  had he been represented in Purgatory,
	the papal authority may have been sufficient
	to release him, but there was no power on
	earth to liberate a spirit from hell. After-
	ward, Voltarra <Volterra> was employed to drape
	most of the figures, which occupation
	won for this artist the name of Breeches-
	maker.
		One saloon in the Vatican is
	most gorgeously decorated in honor of
	the disputation once held there, and the
	proclamation that resulted, concerning the
	Immaculate Conception as a dogma of
	the Catholic Church.
		Many rooms show Raphael's work:
	indeed several walls were cleared of other
	pictures to give him space. In one of
	these rooms he has left a ceiling intact
	which bears the work of his master
	Perrugino. 	Raphaels Loggia is decorated
	with pictures of the Creation; – beautiful

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		workmanship, such as could have resulted
		from a Master's hand alone; yet in the light
		of revelation, it must be declared that the
		conceptions one in many cases erroneous.
		We stood by the Holy Door, which is
		opened by the Pope not oftener than once
		in 25 years; and on these rare occasions
		the Pope grants absolution to the pilgrims
		who pass through on their knees. It is
		now over 45 years since the door was
		opened, there having been trouble in the
		church on each recurrence of the quarter-
		century jubilee.	From the Gallery we entered
		the famous St. Peters Cathedral, – (St. Pietro
		in Vaticano); – the largest church in the
		world. What can be said of it? I seek
		not to record statistics (See Guide Book for
		such); as a building it is a marvel of
		beauty and apparent perfection; the
		effect of the edifice on the beholder is
		too imposing to admit of description.

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	Mass was in progress during our visit. I am
	not susceptible of deep impressions of piety
	from such services; yet I do not censure
	those who consider this mode of worship
	proper. Marbles of the edifice were taken
	from the famous Palace of the Caesars. A large
	porphyry slab is shown, which came 
	from the original church, and upon which
	the great Charlemagne knelt to be crowned.
	A bronze statue of St. Peter (made over from
	an original statue of Trajan) is to be seen;
	of which the devout Christians have almost
	kissed the toe away.	A magnificent
	Canopy, covering the High Altar is 
	made from the bronzes of the Collosseum.
	This work and other decorations at the
	expense of the Collosseum treasures were
	carried on under the direction of the
	once powerful Barberini family, from
	which fact arose the expression regarding
	the despoiled Colosseum "What the

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		Barbarian's left, the Berberini took."
		The statuary in St. Peter's is superb from
	an artistic standpoint,- as far as my
	feeble judgment extends.  Everything in and
	about St. Peter's appears clean;- a striking
	contrast with the dingy appearance of
	St. Paul's in London.  Another difference:-
		in St. Peter's there is an absence of	
	the many monuments to men whose
		fame depends upon the blood they
	have shed.		A stone column is
	shown in the church; said to have
	been brought from Jerusalem; and to be the
	column against which the Boy Jesus
	leaned when disputing with the doctors
	in the temple.		Many of the finest
	and most famous paintings have been
	copied in Mosaic for the cathedral.
		The Vatican Museum of Sculpture
	defies my time, space, and skill to
	describe, because of the wealth and

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	extent of the collections.  Here we see the
	originals of so many pieces that appear
	elsewhere as copies.	We saw the Laocoon,
	the Apollo, the Venus, the Mercury, and 
	the Jupiter of the Vatican.  There are
	beautiful and costly sarcophagi of
		porphyry, granite, greenstone, and
		many kinds of marble.  In the
	Egyptian Museum, among many other
	objects of great interest are many
	mummies.  One of the best preserved
	is that of a woman, claimed to be the
	mother of Pharaoh of Joseph's time:
		Visited the Church of St Lawrence;
	and saw there the magnificent limb of
	P[-]s IX, erected by the donations of the
	people, because he, in his will, forbade
	the spending of church funds for his
	sepulchre.  The monk who exhibited
	here the wonders and beauties of the
	place, a "Raphael-faced" old priest,

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		stank of tobacco to an unbearable extent.
Saw the Crematory of Rome: - the practice
of Cremation is slowly gaining in favor.
In general arrangement there is little
essential differnce between the Crematory here,
and that already described at Milan.
We passed the Porta Maggiore, and saw
the Tomb of the Bakers: - composed of grain
measure arranged vertically and horizon-
tally. Saw the Church of the Holy Cross:
Here the custodians exhibit alleged frag-
ments of the cross of Christ, with the
nails and sponge used at the Crucifixion.
The cross must have been very finely
divided, and each piece than made to
grow to furnish all the fragments now
to be seen in churches.
Visited the Lateran Palace, and saw
there the Holy Stains; – claimed to be the
marble steps from the house of Pilate,
upon which the Savior ascended and

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	descended when in the hands of His enemies.
	The Pope promises [--] Indulgence of so
	many days, (i.e: that number of days less
	in Purgatory), to any Catholic who ascends
	 the stair-case while praying on bended knees.
	So many did this, that the marble slabs
	became much worn; now the steps are
	covered with wood, which can be received
	as needed.  I saw half a dozen make
	the laborious ascent on their knees.
		Drove past the Lateran Obelisk; 
	and again visited the Forum and the
	Colosseum, and the Column of Trajan.
		Ascended the Janiculum Hill, and
	obtained a superb panoramic view of
	Rome.  The Seven Hills are still to
	be seen; but they can scarcely be
	called hills now: - they have been
	greatly lowered, while the surrounding
	valleys have been raised.  I discovered
	that our hotel (the Continental) is situated

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	on one of the most important of the
		Hills of Rome, viz the Esquiline Hill.
Examined the exterior of the Pantheon: this
famous structure is now used as a church.
At the time of its dedication many wagon-
loads of bones were brought from the
Catacombs and placed beneath the altar.
At night I strolled through a number of
the important streets: publics garden:
etc: and prepared to leave Rome next
day. __________ _____________
	Over most of the Catholic churches
		here,- and there are very many of them,
		I see the notice "Indulgenza plenaria
		et perpetua". This seems to me to be a
plain way  of advertising - sins forgiven
here at such a price per dozen. The
churches derive great revenue from the
fees for indulgences. Can this be right?
	Priests abound in Rome: and young
	probationary priests may be seen everywhere.

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At all the churches, with their costly
equipments and fat priests, many beggars
are to be found. Some of them stand in
readiness to draw aside the door-curtain as
you enter or leave the church; and then
they ask for alms.
July 28.		At 8 a.m. we bade good-bye to
Rome, well satisfied with the employment
made of the limited time at our disposal.
Took train for Turin. 	Ride-a pleasant
		one, road is along the Mediterranean
		shores for a great part of the course. The
scenery of the road is the finest I 
have seen in Italy. Many tunnels
lay along the route; ofne of these required
		7 minutes fast running for passages.
another is 5 miles in length. As we
darted in and out the tunnels we
caught glimpses, - many of them momentary
-of the sea,'-. beautiful pictures; all the m[---]

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July 28 (con)
	striking because of the darkness of the
tunnels, and the brilliancy and beautiful
coloring of the water. The shore rises
abruptly from the water: the slopes are
covered with olive and vine trees, generally 
planted on terraces.
	At Pisa, an intermediate station,
I saw the famous leaning tower, 13 feet
from the perpendicular. After long dis-
cussion it is now generally conceded that
this obliquity was intentional, as the foundation
is still horizontal. On this tower, Sir
Isaac Newton is said to have conducted
his famous experiments on gravitation.
At Genoa, is the famous statue of
Christopher Columbus. We had at first
planned a stop at Genoa; but being
pressed for time were unable so to do.
Arrived at Turin at 11 p.m: took rooms
at the Baglioni Hotel Turabetta e 
Angleterre

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I observe that throughout Italy
as also in Switzerland the regalia
decoration of railway officials is the
winged wheel:—an appropriate symbol

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July 29. Spent morning hours in viewing the
principal sights of Turin. We hired a
carriage and were driven over a great part
of the city. I was impressed with the
generally prosperous aspect. The streets are
all spacious: the monuments, and public
buildings are numerous and imposing.
Here, as in Milan, I see the streets are
macadamized: but two strips of pavement
are provided for the wheels of carriages.
In the Piazza Solferino is an imposing
statue of Duke Ferdinand of Genoa; —
shown in the act of alighting from a
wounded and falling horse.
	The Mont Cenis Statue is of fine ap-
pearance: it represents the genius of
science supreme on a pinnacle of
rough-hewn granite rocks; the baffled
and subdued giants of the mountains
cowering below. Visited the Palazzo Reale

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A peculiar kind of bread is served at the Turin hotels and restaurants
consisting of long thin rolls, — not thicker than a lead-pencil. I saw sticks
even 2 feet long placed on the table. I learned on enquiry that such sticks of bread
are characteristic of the place: they are called "Grissini." These are peculiar
"staves of life," — mere toy canes it would seem.

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July 29.(con)	and, as the King was not at home,
		we gained admittance by feeing the
		doorkeeper. Externuly the palace is unim-
		posing save for its size, and for the mag-
		nificent gardens it encloses; within, how-
		ever, the appointments are sumptuous. There
I saw the most beautiful of inlaid floors,
		all of polished wood. The paintings and sculpture, and other works of art within the 
palace are of the highest beauty. The 
ceilings and walls are lavishly decorated. We entered the Andrevice Room, the Council
Chamber, the Throne Room; the Ball Room;
the Dining Rooms; the Private Appointments. 
There is a massive Malachilte Vase of very 
fine workmanship.                                      Visited also the remarkable Mole Antonilla, -the 
second highest structure in Europe; 
it measures 538 feet to the top. Drove
through the public gardens, and across the 
River Po.

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At 2 p.m. we took train for Paris	Soon
we were among the mountains again. The
weather was stormy, and the clouds clustered
about the peaks with magnificent effect.
Tunnels on the road were frequent; and among
them occured the famed Mont Cenis Tunnel
which is nearly 8 miles in length. We were
31 minutes in passing. In the middle, the
floor of the tunnel is 4090 feet below the
mountain surface. It is a colossal
triumph of engineering skill. Having
penetrated the tunnel, we found ourselves in
France. At Modane we passed quietly the
ordeal of Custom House examination.
	I observe that the mountains near the
Italian and French frontier are heavily for-
tified, and soldiers are massed on either
side of the line. An intelligent
fellow passenger who has passed the
road many times, claimed that these
warlike preparations were recent. It is said

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In the wheat fields the sheaves are usually gathered into shucks of about 6 or 8:
and each shuck is covered with straw, which is gathered about the sheaves and tied.
In the twilight, the general outline of such bundles is that of women with long dresses:
they look as if about to start off in a dance.

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		that vast stores of explosives are being
		stored in the mountains. Soldiers are everywhere
		and rumors of war are rife. I am impressed
		with the great number of very young men,–
		actually boys, now in the military service
		of Switzerland, Germany, Italy and France.
			We travelled all night: in an uncom-
		fortable car,– no sleeping accommodations
		at all. Some of the men in our compartment
		sickened us with tobacco smoke. I find
		that on the French cars, curtain compart-
		ments are set apart for ladies; and smoking
		is permitted in all others.
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July 30.		At daybreak we were traversing the
		beautiful valley of the Seine, and the
		Forest of Fontainebleau. I observed the
		prevalence of well-kept farms; and comfortable
		country houses. From the station of the Ville
		St. George – 9 1/2 miles from Paris the celebrated
		Eifel tower, could be seen to near its base.

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Arrived in Paris at 7 a.m.: tired, but had no
time for sleep. Took quarters at the
Hotel St. Petersbourg. Immediately after an
early breakfast, I applied at Cook's office,
and received a large budget of letters,— forwarded
here from England. Had letters from home
dated July 4", 8" and July 14"; and I learn with pleas-
ure and gratitude that all was well.
Maia and son were visiting in Provo.
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I have on several occasions seen
soldiers being carried in horse-cars; this
seems to be a regular proceeding: many
of the cars bear the sign:-	Hommes - 32
						Chevaux - 8
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At 9.30 we started as members of the
Cook's Excursion Party, for a days drive
in Paris; we considered this the best way
of seeing the city, as a competent, English-
speaking Guide accompanies and directs
the party.		We visited all the placed
named on the accompanying list (see
next page); and in the order in which
they are there given.	Remarks and
comments on the places visited I have made
when desirable in Guide Book, and cannot

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Weather is cold: overcoats were comfortable
companions:—a great contrast with the heat
of Rome.

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July 30. Con.						18
	pause to repeat here. We visited:-

	New French Opera (exterior), Madeline Church, Place
de la Concorde and Obelisk of Luxor. Palace of the
Elysée, Champs-Elysées, the Palace of Industry, Panorama
of Battle of Champigny, Arc de Triomphe de l'Étoile,
Palace of Trocadéro, the Eiffel Tower, Edoux's Grand Lift
(see back of cover), Ecole Militaire, Invalides and Tomb
of Napoleon I., Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Palace
Bourbon, Chambre des Députés, Pont de la Concorde,
Palace of the Legion of Honour, Ruins of the Palace of
the Council of State, Palais Royal.
				LUNCHEON.
	Church St. Eustache, the Halles Centrales, Boulevard
Sebastopol, Place de la République and Statue of the
République, Place de Bastille and Column of July,
Prison de la Roquette and Place of Execution, Cemetery
of Père Lachaise, Boulevards Extérieurs, Belleville, Park
of Buttes Chaumont and Grand Cascade, Rue Lafayette,
and home.

The Panorama of the Battle of Champigny
is a fine piece of work: painted by two
artist-soldiers who took part. The painting
is exhibited with superb scenic effect. It is
difficult to see where the foreground of actual
soil ends and the picture begins.	The
battle referred to was fought Dec. 2, 1870
when the French tried to cut through the
German lines. Over 37000 men fell; and the
victory was still undecided.
	In the Cemetery I observed a great abundance

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of tomb decorations, mostly of artificial flowers,
done in wax and bead-work. These ornaments
for graves are called here "Immorteles" or
"Corronnes et fleurs la Resurection"; and I
found on enquiry that they are generally
made by the poor, and the purchasing of
them is as much an act of charity to the
living as of respect to the dead.	All the
tomb decorations are renewed on November 1
— "All Saints' Day", of each year.	The
cemetery which we visited - that of Pere
Lachaise, is a very crowded City of the Dead.
Some of the monuments are very beautiful.
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Saw here the tomb of the romantic lovers,
Abelard and Heloise.
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July 31. The Second day's excursion, which we
started on at 9.30 a.m. was devoted to the
environs of Paris, notably the town of Versailles.
Points of interest visited are enumerated on
following page.	At the Trianon, we visited
the places of royal abode, - gorgeously fitted; so also
at the Palace of Versailles. At the latter place we
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The Sevres porcelain factory was
to me specially interesting. I regret
that visitors are not admitted to
the interior.

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St. Augustin, Park Monceau, Arc de Triomphe, Bois
de Boulogne, the Lakes, Grande Cascade and Racecourse
of Longchamps, View of the Citadel of Mont Valerien,
Town, Park, and Palace (ruins) of St. Cloud, Montretout,
Forest of Ville d'Avray, Avenue de Picardie, Boulevards
de la Reine, Grand Trianon, Private Apartments of the
Empress Josephine, Napoleon I., and Mme. de Maintenon,
and State Carriages.
				LUNCHEON.
PALACE, GALLERIES, AND PARK OF VERSAILLES,
Avenue de Paris, Viroflay, Chaville, Sèvres and its
Porcelain Manufactory (exterior), Billancourt, Fortifications
of Paris, Viaduct of Auteuil, Palace of the Trocadéro,
Seine Embankment, Cours la Reine, Place de la Concorde,
and home.

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entrance to the palace. In commemoration
of this noble conduct the Lion of Lucerne,
that famous statue after Thorwaldsen's
model has been made (See entry of July 9, 1891,
Journal Vol. IV p. 222.)
	The decorations and works of art in the
Palace of Versailles are grand. (See Guide Book).
The furniture of the different periods during
which the palace has been occupied as
a royal abode remains in complete suites.
The marble walls, costly vases, and tables,
etc. of precious stone, the carvings: the
mirrors, the tapestries, the silken hangings;
the beds of royalty, - all are wonderfully
grand, and tell of the [---]ry of the
Courts of the Past.	The paintings are
especially fine. It is said that the Palace
contains 3 miles of canvass painted by
masters in honor of French valor and
victories. The themes are terrible ones, and the
execution in nearly every case is a horrible success.
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The rooms of Peace, of War, the Battle Chamber, the Mirror Room all
among the grandest of the apartments.

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stood by the balcony whereon Lafayette appeared
before the Parisian mob in company with the
Queen, Maria Antoinette, when the rabble was
seeking her life. He thought that her being
in company with him would calm the mob,
and assuage the popular fury: but in this
they was mistaken: they clamored still more
loudly for her life, seeing which, Lafayette
strove to effect her escape. We saw the
secret stair-case by which she left the
Palace in the guise of a common laborer:
she, however persistently refused to part
with her characteristically beautiful hair; in
consequence of which she was recognised
through her disguise and captured; soon
afterward she was killed. While planning
for her escape, Layfayette called upon the
Swiss Guard, - a body of 800 men ready at
his command, - to protect the palace and the
queen; and not until the last of that corps
was slain did the maddened mob gain an
[The following is written on a slip of paper]
	EVERY EVENING AT 8.30.
Afternoon Performances on Sundays,
Thursdays and Holidays at 2.30 p.m.
		ADMISSION FEES.

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July 31 con.							18
	The gardens of the palace are spacious and
beautiful. The cost of their preparation and
maintenance is fabulous. Even now it costs
10000 francs to cause the fountains to play
a couple of hours;- owing to the long distance
water has to be conveyed, and the great
body of water needed to produce the requisite
pressure. The fountains are operated but
once per month (first sunday), and it is
said that many thousands come to witness
the beautiful spectacle.		The trees and
shrubbery in the gardens have been cut
into fantastic shapes:- I dont admire
such mutilation; trees are now fit subjects <material>
for sculpture. The appearance is inferior
to that of a natural tree.
	The drive was an enjoyable one: our carriage
held 26 passengers; and with a team of 5
powerful grays we made excellent progress.
Coming home, we passed through a few
of the poorer streets; beggars abound, but
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An example of the custom laws here:- As we drove into Versailles the officers of
the government stationed at the gate came to examine the carriage: and
charged duty on the feed of corn which the driver had taken to feed his
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many of them we were assured, and I fairly
believe are beggars by education and profession.
The drivers are in the habit of sponging
the faces of their horses, as also the feet,
with cold water when they stop to rest:—
surely a refreshing thing for the poor
beasts.
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Weather cold and stormy all
day.
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	At night we attended the opera
"Robert le Diable" at the National Opera House.
I see no difference particular characteristic
between American and French opera, except
that perhaps the latter is somewhat more
extravagant in the ballet representatives.
The Opera House is a fine structure: the
corridors are especially spacious, and between
the acts, practically the whole audience
promenade in the beautiful corridors.
August.1 Agreeably surprised to receive another
letter from home, following the last. Indeed
it was written but one day after the preceeding:
It was from Maia, and enclosed a line

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[The following is written on a slip of paper]
	Place and Column Vendome, Rue de Rivoli, Garden
of the Tuileries, Institute of France, Mint, Pont Neuf and
Statue of Henry IV., Palace of Justice, Ste. Chapelle,
Tribunal of Commerce, Conciergerie, Palace and Museum
of the Louvre, Palais Royal.
				LUNCHEON.
	Place du Carrousel and Triumphal Arch, École des
Beaux-Arts, St. Sulpice, Boulevard St. Michel, Fontaine
de l'Observatoire, Statue of Marshal Ney, Carpet Manu-
factory of the Gobelins, Panthéon, St. Etienne du Mont,
Galleries of the Luxembourg, Cathedral of Notre Dame,
Hôtel Dieu, Hôtel de Ville, Tour St. Jacques, Place du
Châtelet, Avenue de l'Opéra, and home.

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was quoted to me at from £6000 to £15000.
sterling. The establishment is under national
protection; and the tapestry produced is not
for ordinary sale; being intended for the
decoration of churches and royal palaces.
The Louvre is the largest Art gallery
in the world; it is filled with fine
works: many of them, however, are copies
most of the antiquities from Asai, Egypt,
and Italy, are trophies of Napoleons
victories.
The Catherdral of Notre Dame is a colossal
structure: the interior however is not
richly adorned when compared with some
other great churches. Is it not a
serious reflection on the acts of the
Commune, that in the heat of popular
passion attempts should have been made 
to fire the building; and these being
frustrated, that the edifice should have
been used as a dancing and a.

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Aug. <30>1 (Con)							18
		from my Boy, for which of course, his
Mamma guided his hand. They were at
the time of writing with Father and Mother
on the Farm, - at Provo Bench. Good news,
– all were well, – for which I am devoutly
thankful.
	This morning we started in the
third of the Cook's Excursions –&nbsp;devoted
to the interior of Paris. The annexed
list shows the places visited: not one
of them was missed. I have made comments
in the Guide Book. (q. v.)
	The Tapestry and Carpet Manufactory of
the Gobelins is a superb establishment.
		The work there done is of the finest; and
I learned with regret that the artists to
whom this work is possible are yearly
becoming fewer. About 1 square inch of
surface can be done in a day by a good
worker; I saw pieces of tapestry fully
15 feet square. The cost of single pieces

[the following text from the back of a paper pasted on the page]
BATTLE OF CHAMP
5, Rue de Berri (Champs-[-]
BY
DE NEUVILLE & DETA[-]
THE CELEBRATED BATTLE-SCENE

The Panorama represents one of th

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Aug 1 (con.)						18
general amusement hall? Marks of
revolutionary violence are still to be seen
over the city; the artistic walls of the Louvre,
and of many other noted places bear bullet
marks, and signs of attempted incendiarism.
Since the establishment of the Republic,
the motto "Libertié, Egualitieé, Fraternité"
is to be found on all public buildings
of note
	I observed the bakers carrying their
bread along the streets, in long rolls, - as thick
and long as a man's arm. These are substantial
"staves of life," and contrast strongly with the
Grissini of Turin (See July 28' last).
At night we visited one of the amusement
gardens with which Paris abounds. The
French are gay people: and they carry their
freedom of manner to excess. I have never
before looked upon such unrestrained and
revellous mirth as this evening: and yet I
am told, and should judge from the chacteristics
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Every night I see here the hordes of Chiffoniers or scrap-pickers
going about the streets, each with lantern hook and bag
or basket: gathering the "good-for-nothing" refuse. They
live by it.

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		of many of the spectators that the place
 at which we were is a mild Parisian resort.
 I have no desire to see others.
August 2.  Sunday. In morning I visitied for
the third time the Notre Dame Cathedral.
Stepped into the Morgne which is near the
Cathedral, and saw the bodies of the unknown
populace therein exposed for possible
recognition&nbsp;by friends. A great many people,
some of them in the dark robes of
mourning came in with eager faces
to scrutinize the corpses, apparently
expecting and fearing to find there
some lost one. 	During the greater
part of the day I rested at the hotel.
Sunday is apparently the chief amuse[-]ment
day for the French; the sanctity of the
Sabbath seems to be held here in 
very low esteem. Shops are generally
open- a few are shut: advertisements
are to be seen throughout the city

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JAugust 2 con.					18
	announcing concerts, dances, and a
	bull-fight. At the dinner table this
	evening I met a gentleman who had 
	attended the afternoon bull-fight. He
	stated that the immense bull-ring
	was crowded with spectators; the
	performance however was an actual
	butchery with prolonged torture of a
	mild-tempered, submissive beast.
	The French nation is not religiously
	inclined; the people care little for priestly
	authority; and at each recurrence of
	popular revolution the first attempt
	is made against the lives of prelates. In-
	deed it is said that it is a very rare
	thing for an Archbishop of Paris
	to die in his bed.	This, the Sabbath
	night, the streets presented a very
	busy appearance; one could imagine
	that it was a gala day.

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August 3.		First visited some of the large
shops and leading mercantile es-
tablishments of the city, notably the
Magazin d[-] Louvre. I do not consider
that such establishments equal in
extent or variety or richness those of
a similar kind in the large cities of 
America.		We then walked through
the Garden of the Tuileries, and visited
the famous Eifel Tower. Several times
		already since my arrival in&nbsp;Paris I
have been at the base of the tower,
but today I ascended it. The ascent
is made by elevator (lift) or by stair-way:
I chose the former. In the first stage
the lift carries you to the first platform:
then to the second: here a stop is made;
passengers "change cars", i.e. elevators, take
new tickets and proceed to the top. Time
from bottom to summit-10 minutes, exactly 
half of which was consumed in stops and

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August <
>3.(con.)						18
		changes. The Eiffel Tower is the tallest
structure in the world: being 984 feet high.
The base covers an area of 2½ acres. The
tower is of interlaced iron-work, in which
every piece is a brace. (For other statistics
see Guide Book). On the different
platforms, rooms have been erected; shops,
for novelties and souvenirs; band stands,
restaurants in great vanities, cigar-stands,
photographic establishments Etc. The
view from the summit is very extensive.
While I was at the top, a storm broke
over the valley:- the sight was one
of awful grandeur. The clouds gathered
in phala[---]es and battallions; they assailed
the Place of the Tuilleries, and the site
of the Bastile, as if still angered through
the bloody scenes which those places
		have witnessed. In the distance, other
forces of clouds could be seen besieging
the Palace of Versailles; and the ruins

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		of St. Cloud;&nbsp;the forests around- those of
	Fontainebleau and of Mont morency were
		the scenes of violent stormy conflict.
	Before I descended, the clouds cleared,
	and the horizon was extended with in-
	describable beauty. The City looked like
	a plaster model of a city only.&nbsp;&nbsp; As the 
	wind blew the roaming and howling 
	became very loud; and the tops of 
	the immense structure swayed very
	perceptibly.	The Eiffel Tower is a 
	grand monument to engineering skill.
		A scientific observatory and a laboratory 
	are located in the "Lantern"- above the 
	topmost platform. To this the public
	are not generally admitted.
	At 9 p.m. we took train on the first 
	stage of the journey to London. Arrived
		at Dieppe, the sea port of embarkation
Aug. 4. at 1 a. m; and immediately took boat,
	for the trip across the channel.

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<
> August 4.						18
			I had heard much of the prevalence
of sea-sickness among voyagers on
		the English Channel, and of the dislike
with which this short journey is
usually regarded; but I am now
convinced that experience alone can
impart an adequate idea of the actual
facts. In this part of the Channel
the currents meet; and such a tossing,
rolling and pitching, combined, as our
little vessel was subjected to I have
never before witnessed. The Steward of the
boat apparently understood well what
to expect; for immediately after the start
he sent his assistants to each berth
with a basin - to be used in case of
emergency, and such emergency very
soon presented itself. Within 20 minutes
after starting, fully 50 passengers in
our cabin were vomiting; and I do
not believe half a dozen of the whole

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		company escaped. Of course I yielded to
the prevailing custom, and indulged
with the rest. Private staterooms are
not provided on these boats; all passen-
gers of one class are together in a
large saloon; and the sight of so
many sick folks all yielding to the
spasms of nausea simultaneously
will not soon be forgotten by me.
At 6.15a.m, we landed at Newhaven:
in the midst of a pelting rain-
storm. Again on the shores of
Old England! Proceeded at once by
train to London, arriving at 9.30.
At the Church Office, 42 Penton St.
we met a great number of Elders,
most of them having come in from
the country districts to attend Con-
ference. The office was crowded so
I did not seek accommodations then;
but took room at No. 2. 		Street.

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> August. 4(con)					18
			In recieving the course of our
Continental Tons, I feel on the whole
well satisfied with the results; though
I wish more time could have been
allotted to many places. However, I
would rather travel as I have done, than
be deprived entirely of the opportunity
of visiting such places of importance and
interest. The time consumed in the
journey has been in reality devoted
to work: we certainly have not
travelled for ease. Our way of travel,
-by Cook's tickets and coupons,
		has been generally satisfactory. By
		this arrangement we have been led
to the best hotels; and this has been
an advantage, since it has enabled
to meet and mingle with people
not to be reached in other ways;
and the cost, though comparatively
high, - I am sure after careful reckoning,

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		 has been less than would have been incurred
by our seeking less pretentious lodgings
		in places where we were entirely unac-
quainted with usuage or language. We
		took coupons entitling us to beds, rooms,
and meals, at standard prices; and
had the privilege of returning such		
		as were not used.
	In the evening Bros. Smoot and King
and myself attended a performance
at the New Olympic Theatre. The play
was "Theodora" — a poor piece, and the
acting was in accord with the piece,
even though the famous Grace Hawthorne
was the "Star."
August 5.		Spent most of  morning in
British Museum Library, searching
for genealogical records. In this work
		I was ably and kindly assisted by
Bro. Samuel King. I found proof

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18
August 5:(con)
	that the opinion of Mr Gray regarding
the close connection of the families
"Talmage", "Talmach", and "Talinache", as 
also "Tollinache" was correct. See entry
under June 24 last (p. 170, Vol IIV Journal.)
The spelling Talmage' seems to have
come into use in the time of Richard II.
I find also that the family is of
Scotch extraction; the "Talmaches" having
been at one time the Earls of Dysart.
In England, the development of the
family belongs to the history of Suffolk;
this is an unlooked-for discovery:
Had I the time, I should endeavor to
make a search of the Suffolk registers,
but the discovery comes only on the
eve of my departure from England; so
investigations in that direction
must be suspended for the present.
I am thankful for the information
already in hand: it will afford me

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	sacred work for years, if the way be
	opened for me to attend to it's in the
	Temples of our God.
		Spent the afternoon in the rooms
	of the Royal Microscopical Society at
	Hanover Square. My visit to the
	Society has been one of decided pleasure,
	and of apparent profit: I trust
	the Lord will sanctify the result.
August 6. Spent great part of the morning
	at the British Museum Natural
	History Collections at South Kensington.
	These are the grandest collections of
	the kind I have ever known.
	Visited Mr Sumner, a London Naturalist
	whom I have had the pleasure of
	meeting; and with whom arrangements
	are pending for an exchange of
	American for British specimens.
	Made a few purchases; among them a
	small present for darling Maria; and

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August 6 (con.)
packed my valises for early departure
tomorrow.
August 7.		Made early call at the Church
Office, and bade good-bye to the
brethren there. Elders King and Clawson
accompanied me to the station, where
I took train for Liverpool. Arrived in
early afternoon: went at once to
the office, 42 Islington; there met
Bros. Reed Smoot and Jas. H. Andersen.
Procured ticket on steamer. Stayed
at night at the Stewart Hotel, 42
Norton St.
August 8. At 11.30 a. m., went aboard the
Gwion Steaner "Alaska," bound for
New York. It is a chance that I
return by the same boat that brought
me to England. The "Alaska" is con-
sidered the best, and she is certainly
the fastest of the Gwion vessels:
but I would gladly have travelled

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.
	on another, for the purpose of gaining
	wider experience.	I share state-
	room with Elder James Wardrop of
	Salt Lake City;– a gentleman who
	came to Europe as a missionary
	but a few weeks ago: but who is
	compelled to return home because of
	his ill health. He has been suffering
	much from Pleurisy. Messrs. Phil
	Margetts, and John McEwan, both
	of Salt Lake City are fellow passengers;
	they are returning home, after a
	few months stay in England.
	The Anchor was weighed about
	1 p. m: soon there after we were
	in the Irish Channel: the water
	was in a turbulent state during
	the entire afternoon; and many
	passengers were sick. Fortunately
	for me, I escaped the ailing today.
	Felt in first-class condition.

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August 6 (con.)				18
packed my valises for early departure
tomorrow.
August 7. Made early call at the Church
Office, and bade good-bye to the
brethren there. Elders King and Clawson
accompanied me to the station, where
I took train for Liverpool. Arrived in
early afternoon; went at once to
the office, 42 Islington; there met
Bros. Reed Smoot and Jas H. Anderson.
Procured ticket on steamer. Stayed
at night at the Stewart Hotel, 42
Norton St.
August 8. At 11:30 a.m., went aboard the
Guion Steamer "Alaska," bound for
New York. It is a chance that I
return by the same boat that brought
me to England. The "Alaska" is con-
sidered the best, and she is certainly
the fastest of the Guion vessels;
but I would gladly have travelled

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91.   and night the weather became quite
	boisterous; and the "Alaska" pitched
	heavily. The majority of the passengers
	yielded to the mania of sea-sickness.
	Of course, I joined the majority, though
	my attack was comparitavely mild.
	Bro. Wardrop was very ill.
Aug. 10  Sea very rough. Sea-sickness
	quite the fashion. I seem to be a
	perfect slave to fashion. Do not feel
	inclined to write much today.
Aug. 11  The sun showed face for half an
	hour today, – the first time we have
	seen it on the voyage. Sea rougher
	than ever. We are all sick together.
	Oh what enjoyment attends an ocean
	voyage!
Aug. 12. Last night was a wild one. The
	wind blew fiercely, and the sea beat
	against the posts and broke over the
	deck with fury. The vessel pitched

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so heavily that the propelling screw
would be out of the water several 
times during a minute. Whenever
this occured, the screw would revolve
with indescribable velocity, and with 
a force which caused the boat to
shudder. The state room occupied
by Bro. Wardrop and me, comprising 
berths 331 and 332 is situated near
the engine room a good distance
aft; and the wild antics of the screw
are plainly heard and felt by us.
However, I prefer such a situation
to a more forward one. Friends McEwan
and Margetts are quartered ahead of
the saloon; I describe their residence
as "199 Forecastle Avenue;" I visited
them there this morning: they 
are far removed from the noise of
the engines and the occassional
whirr of the escaping screw, but

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the pitching and tossing there ex-
perienced, caused me to cut my visit
unceremoniously short. I am well
satisfied with my place of abode on
the vessel. The dining saloon, which
is also the principal sitting room,
(aside from the ladies' boudoir, and 
the smoking room),  is very unfavor-
ably situated- for me. I cannot be
easy there if I am inclined to 
be at all disturbed anywhere. In
consequence of this, I miss many 
meals in this elegantly fitted apart-
ment; and content myself with an
occasional bite on deck; but generally,
I honor the visit of the ocean muse
by observing a strict fast.
	About noon today, the elements be-
came more tranquil; indeed the
change was a sudden one, and
seemingly all the more so, because

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of the contrast wrought by the change.
The afternoon and evening were the
most pleasant periods of the voyage.
At night the moon shone; and the scene
was in all respects a beautiful one.
Many, many times each day my thoughts
run ahead of my course, to the home
of my treasures, my hopes, and all that
I hold dear to me. But especially
am I impressed with thoughts of that
place of blessed peace tonight; for it
is peaceful tonight here: and, strange
though it may seem, not less strongly
were my feelings drawn in the 
same direction, last night,  a time
of, to me, unprecedented turmoil.
So it is, and so I think ought it to
be, in calm and in storm, in health
and in illness, by day and by night,
my spirit spurns the obstacles of
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91. with the God-given Wife of my heart, and
the son of promise and of hope, as also
with other dear ones in the West. Maria
knows that I am probably on the ocean
now; and I doubt not, (how could I
doubt, when I feel by the spirit within
me otherwise!) that Wife and Son are
craving Divine protection for their
absent one. And richly may Heaven's
blessings rest with them!
August 13
		Weather continues fair: that is
fairly fair. This morning we entered
the Newfoundland fogs; and the fog-
horn is the all-pervading music
of the ship. Feeling better this morning:
even ventured to take a light breakfast
in the Saloon. In the afternoon the
fog lifted; the sun appeared, and
a spirit of gaiety prevailed among all
on board. The night however was foggy
and rough.

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August 14.
		Mourning opened fair: the sun
shone nearly all day. The vessel
scarcely dipped or rolled at all: and
an  awning being stretched above the
saloon deck, most of the passengers
spent the day on deck. Games, chiefly
Quoits and shuffle-board, were in
progress nearly all day. The boat
wore the appearance of a pleasure-
bark; and under circumstances so
inspiriting one wonders why people
are ever sea-sick.		It is rumored
among the passengers that during the
fog in the early hours of this morning
a collision was barely averted between
the "Alaska" and a fishing smack. I
inquired of several of the ship's men
as to the particulars; they are generally
reticent in speaking of the matter,
though none of them deny it.
In the evening, a Concert was held,

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91. at which a collection was taken for the
benefit of the "Mariner's Home,"- a charit-
able institution, and, as I understand
after enquiry regarding it,  a very 
worthy one. In the course of the pro-
ceedings, cheers were proposed and
heartily given for the ship's commander,
Captain Geo. S. Murray. It was stated
by the Chairman of the Meeting, that
the present voyage is the Captains
432nd trip across the Atlantic. He
stated farther, that the Alaska was
once caught in a terrific storm, in
which the deck boats and part of the
Captain's Bridge were washed away:
but during the gale, the Captain re-
mained at his post on the Bridge,
— 36 hours without relief, and was then
carried off in a faint. I honor
bravery and valor whenever I meet it;
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concerning Captain Murray; for the
general impression current among the
passengers regarding that gentleman
is that he is a gruff and stern old
sea-dog. He certainly is very morose
and stern; but his arduous duties
may have produced such a disposition
August 15. The day broke in a state as
fair as that of yesterday. One of the
stokers was brought up on the Quarter-
deck in a swoon: and it was long before
his consciousness could be revived.
Poor fellow! he appeared to be entirely
worn out. The Sailors and the firemen,
the deck-hands, and the cabin servants
have  a hard time of it: those who do
the hardest work get the least remunera-
tion. Weather continued fine; beautiful
moonlight evening, though very cold. It
is supposed that land will be sighted
early tomorrow morning. A great many

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pools have been made as to the number of
the pilot boat which will meet our ship.
All kinds of gambling, and games of
chance have been indulged in by the
passengers throughout the voyage. Money
has been set up on the daily runs, on
the state of the weather, the direction
of the wind, etc: and heavy wagens have been
set on the chance of the pilot turning
out to have a bearded, or a clean
shaven face. Games of shuffle-board
and quoits have been accompanied
by money stakes: and cards, dominoes,
and chess have been played for money
day and evening.
August 16 Sunday. At 7.30 a.m: land was
in full view;  a welcome sight. Then
came the inevitable anxiety and hurry
preparatory to departure. While rounding
Sandy Hook, the vessel touched bottom,
and doubtless cut a deep furrow in the

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[A map of the Atlantic Ocean with the "GUION LINE U.S.MAIL STEAMERS. PASSENGERS' TRACK CHART." and the following notes]
S. S. Alaska,
		81" Voyage.
	Bound West.

16 386 to Sandy Hook	15 413	14 402	13 422	12 388	11 390	Aug. 10 West, 316 from Fastnet.

Date.		Latitude	Longitude.
August.		North.	West.
Monday 10	51.21	18.03.
Tuesday 11.	50.47	28.20.
Wednesday 12	48.58	38.01.
Thursday 13	46.32	47.50.
Friday 14.	44.15	56.49.
Saturday 15.	41.53	65.43.

Left Roches Point at 1.03 p.m., August 9, 1891.
Arrived at Sandy Hook, 1.53 p.m. August 16, 1891
Actual time of passage: 7 days: 50 minutes
Total distance run: 2717 miles.

Geo. S. Murray
	Commander.

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Aug. 16 : con.
mud. At the time we were going at
slow rate, yet the Alaska trembled in
every part;&nbsp;the masts and rigging
shook as if in fear, and the decks
seemed to quake. Of course there was
little actual danger; but from the
circumstance I was set thinking
as to the results of colliding with a
sunken rock when in full speed.
At noon we landed at the pier,
New York: then came the tedious
Custom House examination: it
was 3 o'clock before we reached our
hotel,  – the Cosmopolitan. Messrs
McEwan, Margetts, and Wardrop, and I, all
stayed there. Knowing the anxiety of
Wife, as to my safety, I telegraphed
word of my landing. In the afternoon
we visited Central Park. Retired early
but failed to get good sleep:  I seem
to miss the sea-motion: how strictly

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nautical I consider myself. The real
obstacle in the way of my comfort
was the excessive heat, which is to me
all the more intense because of the
speedy contrast:  last night I was
cold, in spite of winter underclothing
and heavy wraps. Tonight I swelter
in thin habiliments.
August. 17. Rose early; and awaited the
opening of the Union Pacific Office,
287 Broadway, at which I hoped to
receive word from home. In this I was 
not disappointed. I learn that my darling
son has been ill, but at the date of the
last of Maria's letters,  Aug 12, he was
much improved. I received also official
communications regarding the College;
and I learn with  pleasure that a
purchase of property,  the arrange-
ments for which were pending
at the time of my leaving home, has

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been made. Alterations and remodelings
in the building are now in progress,
and I feel that I should hasten home
with all possible speed.
By afternoon train, I proceeded to
Philadelphia, at which place I have
to make some purchases for the College.
Bro. Wardrop decided to travel by my
routes; and thus we go together. His
health is much improved. At Phil-
adelphia, we stopped at Greens'
Hotel, corner of Eighth and Chestnut
Streets.
August 18.
		Spent day at the scientific apparatus
houses,  principally at that of Jas. W.
Queen and Co, in purchasing utensils
for College use. By a decision of the
College authorities, I was permitted to
expend $1000, or so much thereof as
may be necessary in procurring 
needed apparatus for school use. In the

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evening Bro. Wardrop and I left to-
gether on the Pennsylvania Railway
for Chicago. I feel that now I am on
the way home in earnest. It is my
intention (D. V.) to travel with as few
stops as possible. The run between
Philadelphia, or New York and Chicago
via the Pennsylvania road is a
quick one;  – 23 hours being the schedule 
time; The speed reached tonight
was very great,  on some sections
of the road, a mile a minute was
kept up for long periods. No stops
are made to replenish the water
supply of the engine, water being
taken by the locomotive while at
full speed from a trough placed
between the tracks. Meals are served
on the dining car attached to the train;
and though the charges are high, such is
not to be wondered at. The meals were excellent.

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August 19.
	In the evening we arrived at Chicago:
At 6 p.m., we left on the Chicago and
North Western Railway, on the way to
Council Bluffs.	The American Cars
seem to me even more commodious and
comfortable than they used to do; owing 
to the contrast between them and the
European trains, with transverse com-
partments, and an absence of toilet
accommodations. The American
system of baggage checking is also
superior. I checked my portimanteau
at Philadelphia, for Salt Lake City,
and have no need to bestow care upon
its transportation.
August 20. Reached Council Bluffs at 10 am:
Proceeded at once to Omaha: there we
waited till 2.15 p. m., and then embaked
on Union Pacific train, booked for
Salt Lake City. Bro. Wardrop's health
continues to improve.

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			Continued in travel: with little of 
special importance. The wad is some-
what familiar to me, as I have traversed
it several times before.
August. 22.	Reached Salt Lake City at 4 a.m., 
I hurried home, and to my infinite
delight&nbsp;found Darling Wife and son in 
fairly good health. My welcome was
a warm one. Deeply as I am affected
I feel myself incapable of adequate 
thanks for the blessings of a safe
return home, and a joyful reunion
with my loved ones. Maia and Sterling
show the effects of the illness through
which they have passed during my 
absence.
	After a short rest I proceeded to the
College and the Museum, and was kept
busy the rest of the day. Preparations
are in active progress to transfer the
College to another building.

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.> August 23. Sunday				18
Attended Prayer Circle at 1 o'clock; and 
am grateful to be again united with
my brethren in this organization. In
the afternoon wife and I attended 
the sacrament meeting at the Tabernacle
By call, I addressed the congregation.
Apostle Heber J. Grant spoke also.
August 24. In the evening I attended a meeting 
of the Board of Directors of the Latter-day
Saint's College, at which the affairs of
the College for the coming year were dis-
cussed. A piece of property has been 
secured in the 17" Ward, on 1" North St.,
between 1" and 2" West Sts., for the College. A
large dwelling house there located is to be
remodeled for temporary use as a school, 
and the plans are to erect a large new
structure in the future. The salaries
of the teachers for the coming year formed
a subject of consideration; I used my

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influence to secure an advance of salary
for each of my fellow teachers: in this I
was successful, each of my recommenda-
tions being acted upon favorably. I had
not expected an advance <for> myself, owing
to the financial difficulties of the institution,
and I made no request for a raise. However,
the President of the Board introduced the
subject and the Board voted me a salary
of $200- per month; that is $2400- per year,
an advance of $500 over my salary of the
preceeding year. I am thankful for the
means, and for the good wishes which
prompted the raise. May the Lord make
me more humble in the use of the money;
and more liberal to those who have less.
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An appropriation of $200 per year was made to pay a
private secretary to myself. This will be a great assistance
to me. I appointed Prof. Done to the position.
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August 25. Enjoyed an interview with Prest. Woodruff;
he welcomed me back; and, after listen-
ing to my report, expressed his approval.
I trust good fruit will follow my trip
and labors.

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August. 26.
		My time during each day is quite
	fully occupied,- at the college, and the
	Museum.		This evening, I attended
	the Monthly Home Missionary Meeting. By
	request of the presiding officer I addressed
	the meeting, relating some of my experiences
	and impressions while in Europe.
August 29.	Attended the regular monthly meeting
	of the High Priest's Quorum. By call of
	the President, I addressed the meeting.
August 30. Sunday: Attended meetings as
	usual. At the Prayer Circle, by appoint-
	ment I officiated at the altar. In
	the evening, Elder W. B. Dongall and
	I preached as Home Missionaries in
	the Fourteenth Ward; - the meeting was
	an enjoyable one; a spirit of great
	calmness was prevalent.
August 31.	Today the sixth academic
	year of our College opened. We are
	compelled to resume our labors at

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the Social Hall, with the prospect
of soon removing to the new quarters.
The promising attendance at the
opening is very gratifying. A good
class of students have entered the
institution.
September 3. This being Fast-day, the regularly
appointed meeting incident to the occasion
was held at the College. An excellent meeting
it was; the Spirit of the Lord moved
freely among the students and teachers.
Many students who have but just entered
the institution put aside their bash-
fulness and rose to testify. We had a
thoroughly enjoyable time.
September 4. The telegraphic despatches today
bring news of threatened description of
feeling between England and Turkey,
occasioned by the latter's recent signs of
favor toward Russia, by which the
navy of the Czar has been permitted to

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Sept. 4 Con.
		pass the Dardanelles. English statesmen
seem to demand a speedy and prompt
action on the part of their government.
This is but another deepening of the
great war-cloud. Vividly come to me
now the remembrance of the hostile
attitude of the European powers as
witnessed during my recent trip.
It would seem that the Lord is about to
speak in other tones than those of
humble and fervent admonition of
His servants to the nations.
September 5 Today began the Stake Conference,
I attended all sessions. The congregations
were small; this, coupled with other
evidences makes me fear that our own
people are imbibing the spirit of in-
difference, or at least something akin, to
religious matters.
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announcing the amusements for tomorrow,
- the Sabbath. At one place a sacred concert
is to be held, followed by games, for which
says the announcement "secret grounds"
have been provided; and a cock-fight
is to take place. These blasphemous
orgies are to take place in Smoot's Park,
- a private pleasure garden, now thrown
open to the public, and kept by W.C.A.
Smoot Jr:- In addition to this, Calder's
Park, and the Lake Resorts offer programs
of infamy for the Sabbath-breaker.
September 6. Sunday. Attended all meetings of
the Conference, also the Prayer Circle Meeting.
The morning session was occupied
mostly by reports, and other such matters.
In the afternoon Prests. Woodruff and
George Q. Cannon addressed the congregation,
giving timely instruction to the people.
The indifference which some people
feel toward the things of God was deplored
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At the morning session, I was
re-sustained in the positions
of Home Missionary, and Superintendent
of Religion Classes.

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Sept. 6. (Cont.)
and the Saints were warned against
the snares of the evil powers. At the
evening meeting I responded to a call and
offered the opening prayer; also delivered
a short discourse on educational topics.
September 9. This afternoon, Elder Done and
myself called on Patriarch Henry Norman,
whom we found weak from a long seige
of illness. By his request we administered
to him; and a strange contrast it was,
to see two youths administering to a
veteran, gray and feeble in body yet
powerful in spirit and in mind. I
felt a strong inspiration while adminis-
tering to him; and have faith that
blessings will follow. After the adminis-
tration he prophesied to us, blessing
each in turn. Brother Done he blessed
for his humility and integrity; promised
him prosperity and heavenly peace.
Turning to me, the aged Patriarch

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declared that the Lord was pleased
with my labors, and would continue
to bless me; and that no weapon
formed against me through envy or
malice should prosper. My enemies, he
said should be disconcerted through my
teachings and preachings, and that,
though unknown to myself. He stated
that many prayers were being offered
in secret for my success and prosperity,
both by friends here at home, and
those beyond the sea. My wife, he said
should be blessed, and should increase
in bodily strength; and that our family
should increase as a blessing from
the Lord.		Surely, I cannot under
the proper meed of praise for the
bestowal of such blessings. Of the
relationship between Bro. Done and
myself, the Patriarch spoke of the unity
between us as a pleasing thing: and

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Sept. 9. (con.)
stated that our friendship should 
	increase till it became like that
	of David and Jonathan. Such a pre-
diction I heartily welcome, for every week
	adds to my esteem for the gentle ways,
and the humble course of Bro. Done.
I cannot recall one instance of serious
	misunderstanding of difference of
	opinion lectures; and on labors have
	been performed together now for many
	years. Elder Norman has pronounced 
blessings upon me in former times;
	and, as far as time has allowed, the
	predictions have been fulfilled; my
	faith in the blessings prounounced this
	day is unmodified.
	  Tonight I received a letter from Sister
	Aretta Young, enclosing another of 
	her sweet and touching rhymes. Surely
	she is blessed with a power of calm
	peace.

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  September 11
	Today I had an interview with the
First Presidency of the church, relative to the
Religion Class system. Being the superinten-
dent of such classes for this stake, and
having found from the labors of the past,
that the Bishops of many of the wards feel
that they have now all they possibly can
carry in the way of special organizations,
I asked instructions from the authorities 
as to the proper procedures. Plans for
some change in the system and pending,
and another appointment for an interview
was set for Monday next.
	By evening train (Union Pacific was)
I went to Lake View, to visit Parents and the
folks. I was overjoyed to find all reasonably 
well; and this joy was the greater from 
my expectations of finding mother ill; as
she has been so for some time. My visit
was a pleasant one: so much was to be

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said concering my visits to our old
home etc: that it was long after mid-
night ere we separated for rest. Father
and Mother are delighted at the success
that has followed our efforts to secure
genealogical data.
	I noticed while walking from the railway
to the farm, that many trees are uprooted,
crops beaten down, and windows in houses
broken. I learn on enquiry that the storm
producing such took place last
evening. Immense hail-stones fell:
some people say they were as large
as hen's eggs. It is reported that one 
horse was killed, and many smaller 
animals. People exposed to the fury of
the storm were beaten almost senseless.
September 12.   Spent the forenoon with the folks:
Collected a number of insects for the Museum
the Provo Bench seems to be an excellent
place for insects. Shortly after noon,

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	Sister Sadie drove with me to Provo: she is in
	fair health, now; though she has been recently
	ill: and above all she appears to be well sat-
	isfied and very happy in her married life.
	At&nbsp;Provo I called on Sister Alice whom I 
	found well, together with her husband
	and children. She is a patient and true-
	hearted woman. She married in poverty,
	and has ever since struggled nobly
	to make the best of everything.
	Had an important interview, previously
	appointed with Bro. Maeser, relative to
	the Religion Classes, and other church school
	matters. Bro. Maeser and I visited the
	new Academy building, now in process
	of creation. I rejoice with my whole heart
	at the prospect of a proper and
	suitable building being soon provided
	for the institution; I wish such had
	been done for it years ago. In the evening
	I returned to Salt Lake City. All well at home

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Sept. 13. Sunday.
	In the morning visited the Second Ward
	Sabbath School; and by request, delivered 
	a short address. I regret that my other 
	religious duties do not allow me to 
	attend Sunday School regularly. At
	one o'clock, I attended Prayer Circle, and
	by appointment addressed the meeting.
	Attended Sacrament meeting during
	the afternoon; and in the evening,
	Elder Joseph Nelson and myself officiated
	as Home Missionaries in the Seventeenth
	Ward.
Sept. 14. 	Met by appointment with the 
	First Presidency relative to the Religion
	Class system (see Sept. 11) It is the inten-
	tion of the brethren to cause to be pub-
	lished a class-work on Theology, for
	use in Church Schools, and in Religion
	Classes generally. The need of such a 
	work has long been felt among the

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	Teachers of the Latter-day Saints. The plan
	of the work is not fully matured as yet
	the probability of issuing a series of
	two or three books is strong. Several
	preliminaries have to be arranged be-
	fore the work is begun; but the First 
	Presidency have expressed to me their
	intention of appointing me to do the
	labor. I find myself very busy already, but
	I have never yet found it necessary
	to decline any labor appointed to me
	by the Holy Priesthood; and in the 
	performance of duties so entailed
	as my day, so my strength has
	ever been.
Sept. 18.	This evening the students' society of the 
	College was reorganized for the current 
	academic year. Instructor John Walton is the
	Chairman. I delivered a short lecture on "Advice
	to Students." There was a good attendance,
	and keen interest.

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September 19.						18
	Elder George Reynolds, Pres. B H Roberts,
Dr K. G. Maeser, and myself met today
at the Gardo House, as a Committee to
consider the subject of the Religion classes
of the people. In the afternoon, I accom-
panied a class of students on a collecting
tour. In the evening wife and I attended
the Theatre.
[The following is written sideways in left margin next to above paragraph]
By request of Brother Willard
Coxall, Elder Maeser and I
laid hands upon him and
blessed him on the occasion
of his returning to college
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September 20: Sunday.
				By appointment Elder
Joseph Nelson and myself went today to
Granger Ward, and there officiated as
Home Missionaries, laboring with special
reference to the Religion Classes.
September 21. Twenty-nine years old today:
so speed the years! Early this morn, sweet
Wife greeted me with heartiest wishes, and
a gift of the most beautiful flowers.
Thankful, indeed, am I, for such com-
panionship as I pass the milestones of life.
Sept. 25.	Elder Done and I administered
today to the child of our neighbor, Bro. Hansen.

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September 26. Attended the monthly meeting of
the High Priests' Quorum, and according
to previous appointment delivered a short
address. Subject, - "Modern Idolatry."
[The following is written sideways in left margin next to above paragraph]
Administered again
to Bro Hansen's Child.
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September 27: Sunday. By appointment
I accompanied the Stake Presidency, and
several members of the Stake Board of
Education to South Cottonwood, at which
place a conference of the six wards
comprised in the Central Seminary
Church School District was held. A
very enjoyable and profitable time was
passed. Each of the visiting brethren
and several of the local ones spoke.
I delivered a short address in "Discipline"
Returned home in evening: after which
Elder Joseph Nelson and I officiated as
Home Missionaries in the Twentieth Ward.
September 28.: Again administered to the child
of Bro. and Sis. Hansen; the little one is very
ill, its ailing being throat and lung affections

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September 28. con.
		It suffers greatly: though the faith of
	its parents is strong.
September 29. Wife's birthday; today she enters
	her twenty-fourth year. Great and very
	pleasing is the contrast between the present
	and her last preceeding birthday: there
	she lay very near the grave.
	This evening, by request I attended the
	meeting of the Improvement Associations
	in the Second Ward, and delivered a
	short address on "The Study of Science".
	After the meeting, Elder Done and myself
	went to Forest Dale, or more exactly, to a 
	place very near Forest Dale: there we were 
	joined by Elder Jensen, and together&nbsp;we
	administered to Bro. Nm G. Collett, a
	former student, and an old friend of 
	mine; who is now lying very low
	of Typhoid Fever. In the course of
	the administration a blessing was 
	pronounced upon him, to the effect

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	that all should be well with him, whether 
	he lived or died. None of the officiating 
	elders seemed inclined to promise his recovery.
September 30. This morning I was pained to 
	hear that Bro. Collett died last night, or 
	rather early this morning, about two 
	hours after we were there. So they fall 
	away; who will follow next?
October 1. This is the Fast Day among our 
	people. As usual, a Fast Meeting was 
	held at the College; and, as usual also, a 
	free flow of the Spirit of God was experienced. 
	We were favored with the presence of 
	several of the brethren in authority. 
	Pres. Joseph F. Smith, who has but recently 
	reappeared among the people in a public 
	capacity (having been in exile for about 7
	years) met with us. His testimony of the 
	truth, his admonitions to the students, 
	and his blessings upon the institution
	were mighty. Apostle F.M. Lyman spoke

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	in an earnest and affecting manner. 
	Greatly indeed are we blessed, to be thus 
	favored with visits of the living 
	oracles of God, to instruct and aid us. 
	Elder L. John Nuttal, and Elder Jno. Alston
	addressed us also.
	   In the evening, by request, I took 
	part in administering to the child 
	of Bro. and Sis. Hanson. The little one 
	is improving slowly, but I trust, surely,
	in health.
October 2.  Attended the funeral of Bro. Nm G. Collett, 
	and by directions delivered the concluding 
	prayer. By good fortune, I had the 
	pleasure of riding out and back in 
	company with Pres. Joseph F. Smith, who 
	was the principal speaker at the 
	funeral.
		In evening, I attended an enter-
	tainment given by the students and 
	teachers of the Latter-day Saints College

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	incident to the removal of the institu
	tion from the Social Hall to the newly
	provided quarters. A very enjoyable
	time was passed. The program was
	of a mixed order, comprising literary
	exercises, singing, dancing, and
	a grand supper. The Social Hall is
	endeared to the hearts of many Latter-
	day Saints; and not least to students
	and teachers of our College. We are
	glad to leave the historic old building
	for more commodions quarters, yet
	we leave with feeling such as are in-
	cident to parting with a friend.
October 3. Very busy in matters pertaining
	to removal of College effects. Took
	part two or times in administering
	to the child of Bro. Hansen. The child
	is very ill. I was called up during
	the night, and felt, while administering,
	very little confidence that she would recover.

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October 4. Sunday.
	Early this morning I took part in
	another administration to Bro. & Sis. Han-
	sen's baby. Later in the day the little one
	died. The parents are almost heart-
	broken; Heaven comfort them!
	Today the semi-annual Conference of
	the Church opened its current&nbsp;session.
	This is the first conference for over 7 1/2 years
	that the members of the First Presidency
	of the Church have been together on the 
	Tabernacle stand. At the morning
	session Presidents Woodruff, Cannon,
	and Smith, all spoke. The congregations
	were very large; and the Spirit of God was
	abundantly present. In the afternoon 
	it was necessary to hold an overflow 
	meeting in the Assembly Room; and then
	many hundreds of people found them-
	selves unable to gain admittance.
	At night a general Priesthood Meeting

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	was held; this I was unable to attend, 
	being ill, – the result doubtless of foul
	air during the day meetings.
October 5. Fully occupied: all time between
	Conference Meetings being neccesary
	to the fitting up of the new College
	quarters. 	At noon I was present, by
	request at the opening of the Territorial
	fair: and offered the opening prayer.
	The conference meetings were full of 
	interest and instruction.
October 6. At the morning session of Conference,
	the remarks of the speakers referred
	principally to the misrepresentations made
	by our enemies concerning us as a people;
	special reference being made to the recent
	malicious report made concerning us 
	by the Utah Commission to the Secretary
	of the Interior. A motion was made by
	one of the congregation, and carried unan-
	imously by all, that a Committee be

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October 6, con.
	appointed to prepare resolutions of
	denial concerning such reports. At
	the afternoon session, this committee
	reported as follows; -

[newspaper clipping below]
President Wilford Woodruff and mem-
	bers of the Church of Jesus Christ of
	Latter-day Saints, in General Con-
	ference assembled:
	Brethren and Sisters.—Your committee
appointed to formulate an expression
of the Conference relative to certain state-
ments made by the majority of the Utah
Commission in their report to the Secre-
tary of the Interior for the year 1891, beg
leave to report the accompanying Pream-
ble and Resolutions, and recommend 
their adoption by the Conference.
	Very respectfully,
		JOHN CLARK,
		W.H. ROWE,
		CHAS. W. PENROSE,
		JOHN T. CAINE,
		FRANKLIN S. RICHARDS.
SALT LAKE CITY, Oct. 6, 1891.
	Whereas, the Utah Commission, with 
one exception, in their report to the Sec-
retary of the Interior for 1891, have made
many untruthful statements concerning
the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day 
Saints and the attitude of its members
in relation to political affairs; and,
	Whereas. said report is an official docu-
ment and is likely to greatly prejudice
the people of the nation against our
Church and its members, and it is there-
fore unwise to allow its erroneous state-
ments to pass unnoticed.
	Now, therefore, be it resolved by the
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints in General Conference assembled,
that we deny most emphatically the as-
sertion of the Commission that the
Church dominates its members in politi-
cal matters and that Church and State are
united. Whatever appearance there may
have been in past times of a union of
Church and State, because men holding
ecclesiastical authority were elected to
civil office by popular vote, there is now
no foundation or excuse for the statement
that Church and State are united in Utah
or that the leaders of the Church dictate
the members in political matters; that no
coercion or any influence whatever of an
ecclesiastical nature has been exercised
over us by our Church leaders in refer-
ence to which political party we shall
join, and that we have been and are per-
fectly free to unite with any or no politi-
cal party as we may individually elect;
that the People's Party has been entirely
and finally dissolved and that
our fealty henceforth will be to such
national political party as seems to us
best suited to the purposes of republican
government.
    Also, be it resolved that we do not be-
lieve there have been any polygamous
marriages solemnized among the Latter-
day&nbsp;Saints during the period named by
the Utah Commission; and we denounce
the statements which convey the idea
that such marriages have been contracted
as false and misleading, and that we pro-
test against the perversions of fact and
principle and intent contained in
the report of the Commission, and
declare that the manifesto of
President Woodruff forbidding future
plural marriages was adopted at
the last October Conference in all sin-
cerity and good faith, and that we have
every reason to believe that it has been
carried out in letter and in spirit; and all
statements to the contrary are entirely
destitute of truth.
	And be it further resolved, That we
appeal to the press and people of this
country to accept our united declaration
and protest, to give it publicity, and to 
aid in disseminating the truth, that false-
hood may be refuted and justice be done
to a people continually maligned and al-
most universally misunderstood.   And 
may God defend the right.

[Journal entry continues.]
This report was received,
and the resolutions adopted
by unanimous vote; the
people declaring their
mind on the matter by
the up-lifted hand, and 
the cry of "aye!",

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The Presidency of the 
Church then offered the
accompanying declaration,
the sentiments of which
were unanimously en-
dorsed by the assembled
people.
(For fuller account of the pro-
ceedings, see the papers of
the day.)
This is the first time I have witnessed
voting by viva voce in the Large Taber-
-acle; but the declarations of the people
were today at times vociferous.
October 8. According to appointment the College
reopened today in the newly provided
quarters, after an intermission of 6 days.
Appropriate dedicatory services were
held at the opening. Three members
of the Stake Board, and one member of
the General Board of Education were
present; each of whom addressed the assem-
bled students. The dedicatory prayer
[The following is a newspaper clipping]
DECLARATION BY THE FIRST PRESI-
	DENCY OF THE CHURCH:
    Concerning the official report of the
Utah Commission made to the Secretary
of the Interior, in which they
allege, "During the past year, notwith-
standing the 'manifesto,' reports have
been received by the Commission of eigh-
teen male persons who, with an equal
number of females, are believed to have
entered into polygamous marriages,"
during the year," we have to say, it is ut-
terly without foundation in truth. We
repeat in the most solemn manner the
declaration made by President Wilford
Woodruff at our General Conference held
last October, that there have been no
plural marriages solemnized during the
period named.
    Polygamy or plural marriage has not
been taught, neither has there been given
permission to any person to enter into its
practice, but on the contrary, it has been
strictly forbidden.
			WILFORD WOODRUFF,
			GEORGE R. CANNON,
			JOSEPH F. SMITH,
    First Presidency of the Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

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Oct. 8: (con.)
	was offered by Counsellor Joseph E. Taylor
	of the Stake Presidency. I am deeply
	grateful for the improved facilities of
	our institution. True, the building we
	are now to labor in is not a new
	building; neither is it very well
	adapted for our purposes; but it is
	certainly a great improvement on the
	quarters heretofore occupied. We are
	unable to accommodate more students 
	than heretofore: but those we do receive
	will certainly be made more comfortable.
	My office and private laboratory are
	conveniently situated. A new lot of
	apparatus has arrived; and, I am
	pleased to find myself in the most
	convenient laboratory it has ever
	been my lot to work in. May the
	Lord sanctify our labors in this new
	place, and continue the blessings of
	Divine favor unto us.

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October 9.   By invitation, wife and I took
	dinner today at the residence of Capt.
	Willard Young. This gentleman is now
	assuming position in the Church School
	service; and I am pleased at the prospect
	of working with him. I consider him a
	very sincere man; and an earnest and
	efficient worker.
October 11 Sunday. Attended Prayer Circle and
	afternoon meeting. At the latter, by
	request of the Bishop of our ward I took
	part in the administration of the sacra-
	ment.
October 12. Telegraphic despatches today
	bring news of severe storms at sea,
	notably on the Atlantic. Many large
	steamers are overdue and unheard of,
	the "Alaska"-my old companion among
	the number. These storms are slightly
	unusual at this season, and their oc-
	currence occasions much surprise.

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October 17. Attended a meeting of the Church
	Board of Examiners, and was elected
	Secretary of the Board, with a paid
	Clerk at my disposal.
October 18, Sunday,- Elder Franklin S. Richards
	and I went to Sandy, and officated
	as Home Missionaries. I attended Sabbath
	School, a Sabbath-school Teacher's meeting,
	and the regular afternoon sacrament
	meeting.	 Returned to Salt Lake City
	in evening.
October 23. Delivered a lecture before the
	College Students' Society on "A visit to
	Pompeii, a city of the Past;" illustrated
	by a set of lantern views. This is
	the first evening lecture delivered by
	me in the new College quarters. I
	feel sadly disappointed because of the
	unsuitable conditions of the room.
	The views could not be well shown
	at all. The house was considered fully

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	half an hour before the time set for the
	beginning of the exercises. A published
	announcement had been made that
	no persons would be admitted after 7.45,
	as late comers would cause disturbance
	in a darkened room; but, very few
	gained admittance after 7 o' clock.
	Gratifying interest was manifested by the 
	audience.
	October 24. Attended and presided at a 
	meeting of the Salt Lake District Church
	School Convention. A change was made
	in the rules, by which the Convention
	will assemble at intervals of two
	weeks instead of once per month as
	heretofore. This is a temporary arrange-
	ment adopted for trial.
October 25.	Sunday.
	Attended Prayer Circle as usual. Also
	Sacrament meeting in the Tabernacle.
	At the latter, by call of the Presidency

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Oct. 25. Con. of the Stake I addressed the assembly.
	In the evening Elder Wm. L. Binder
	and I officiated as Home Missionaries
	in the Twentieth Ward. An excellent
	spirit prevailed at the meeting. It has
	long been a belief on my part that
	there are characteristic influences
	prevailing in the different houses
	of worship among the Saints. In
	some I always feel at home, and free
	in the exercise of my priesthood in
	some meeting-houses, while in others
	I experience usually a feeling of
	oppression.
October 28. Attended regular monthly Home
	Missionary Meeting. The session proved to
	be of more than ordinary interest; in-
	asmuch as many important points of
	doctine were explained and discussed.
	Great discrepancy has existed, as to the
	exact ritual employed in cases of baptism.

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	The Presidency of the Stake reported a
	recent interview between themselves and
	the President of the Church; touching
	this matter; in which Pres. Woodruff
	declared the formula for baptism to be
	exactly that which is laid down in the
	Doctrine and Covenants, viz: "Having been
	commissioned of Jesus Christ, I baptize
	you in the name of the Father and of
	the Son, and of the Holy Ghost, Amen."
	And for rebaptisms:-
		"Having been commissioned of Jesus
	Christ, I rebaptize you for the renewal
	of your covenants in the name of the
	Father, and of the Son, and of the
	Holy Ghost, Amen."
October 30. This evening, wife and I attended a very
	pleasant sociable party, at the residence
	of Bro. & Sis. J. W. Eardley; it be given in
	honor of Pres. Joseph F. Smith, on the occasion
	of the latter's reappearance in public life.

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Oct. 30 (con.)
	Presidents George Q. Cannon, and Joseph
	F. Smith of the First Presidency, all
	members of the Stake Presidency, and
	a large number of other prominent
	brethren, and as many worthy sisters
	were present. In the course of the even-
	ing addresses were made by Presidents
	Cannon and Smith; in which they
	made reference to the present condition
	of the people. They declared that they
	felt freer to speak in such an assem-
	bly than in promiscuous gatherings.
	Among other things they declared that,
	though certain practices have been
	formally renounced by the Church,
	no change is at all possible in the
	principles or beliefs of the Church.
	They bore testimony, each to the fact
	that the manifesto of Pres. Woodruff,
	calling upon the people to desist from
	all polygamous practices, was of God:

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	for the Lord no longer requires these prac-
	tices at the hands of the Latter-day Saints.
	Pres. Cannon said he believes that the day
	will come, when men who have living
	polygamous wives, will be able to again
	treat them, in every proper way as
	wives; and that the prompting to do so would
	come from those who now claim to be
	our enemies. Both the brethren referred to
	the unchanged and unalterable respon-
	sibility resting upon men who have
	taken wives at the altar of the Lord
	to provide for and to protect such wives,
	and denounced as infamous any
	course of neglect which men may pur-
	sue under cover of the changed conditions.
	Geo Q. Cannon referred to the feeling
	of dissatisfaction among the people of
	this nation, and of the word in general,
	with the prevailing marital customs.
	He declared that many thinkers, of both

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Oct. 30. (con)
	sense, are ready to use tongue and pen
	in opposing the unsuccessful marriage
	customs now in vogue, as soon as
	opportunity offers: stating also, that
	much would have been already written
	and spoken on the topic, had not
	the prejudice of the people run so
	high against anything that bore
	the least appearance of "Mormon"
	doctrine or belief.
October 31. For a long time past, good wife
	Maia has been anxious that I should
	visit Alpine – the place of her birth,
	with her. This afternoon we undertook
	the journey; going to American Fork
	by train, and thence to Alpine by
	wagon, with which we were met by
	Robert Booth, – Maia's brother. This
	is the first time I have been in Alpine
	since the day on which I led away
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has seemingly offered no opportunity for
an earlier visit. We found wife's folks well
and happy excepting Mother Booth:
who is feeble in health.
November 1. Sunday. By request of the Bishopric
of Alpine, I spoke at the morning
meeting, upon the subject of "Modern
Idolatry." The congregation was a large
and an interesting one. I trust that
good was done.
	In the afternoon we returned to
American Fork; and there took train
to Lake View, spending the night with
our folks on the farm. All were
fairly well.
November 2. By early train, I returned
to Salt Lake City. The plan is that
Wife will proceed today to Manti,
there to perform certain work in the
Temple: in the mean time, our Darling
Son will remain on the Farm.
[The following is written sideways in left margin next to above paragraph]
Administered to Miss
Addie Teblay a student
of the College.

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	This day May is to enter the
Temple, to be baptized, and annointed
for her health. I earnestly pray that
she may be benefitted. Tonight I received
word of her safe arrival at the Temple.
November 5. Wife and son returned home
today. May declares herself much
benefitted.
		This day also her sister,
Mrs. Lame, and children came to
visit her.
November 7. Attended the Stake Priesthood Meeting.
Aside from the current business of the day,
several important principles received
attention; the chief among which were
our duties to the poor, and the duty of
young men marrying as soon as they
reach a proper age. Elder John T. Caine,
Utah's Representative in Congress, called at-
tention to the recent division of the
people on national party lines, and
urged on all to remember that though

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	republicans or democrats according to
	choice, they were still Latter-day Saints.
	November 8. Sunday. Attended usual meetings
	At the morning Prayer Circle I officiated in
	consecrating the oil. In the evening, by
	appointment, Elder Tovey and I preached
	as Home Missionaries in the Twelfth Ward.
	On the stand in that Ward I met Bro.
	Martin Lenzi; one of the Counsellors in the
	Bishopric. He is now in his 75" year; yet
	spry and lightsome in all his actions.
	He is a hard-working artist; and has
	recently organized a dancing school.
	He attributes his good state of preservation
	to the strict observance of the Word of Wisdom
	"Some people," said he to me, "dig their graves
	with their teeth; I have denied myself
	many things in the hope of retaining
	health." Surely such a life should be a
	testimony to the rest of us.
Nov. 9. According to previous appointment

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Nov. 9 Con,) I this evening attended a
	meeting of the Young Ladies' Improve-
	ment Association of the Second Ward,
	and gave a demonstration of Microscopical
	views. This is a departure from custom-
	ary proceedure; but, as the Association
	named is endeavoring to encourage
	among its members a system of
	study, I felt pleased to be able to aid
	in such a laudable purpose.
Nov. 11 This day I was called upon to
	attend the funeral of a child of Bro.
	John J. Walton, one of my fellow teachers
	The little one has been suffering for
	several days from Diphtheria, which
	being a contagious disease, the father
	was unable to attend his child, and at
	the same time to continue in school.
	Under counsel from our Board, he has
	remained at his post, leaving the care
	of his child to others: but yesterday he

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	went home; and arrived within an hour
	or two of the child's death. The cross
	has been a hard one for him to bear;
	but he has struggled under it like a
	man. Of necessity, the funeral was a
	private one. By request I spoke a
	few words at the grave.
Nov. 13": At the meeting of the College Students'
	Society this evening, I delivered a
	lecture with lantern illustrations on
	the "Sun, Moon and Stars."
Nov. 14. In response to an invitation from
	Mr Matthew White, I accompanied that
	gentleman today, to Saltair Beach.
	There I captured a number of brine
	shrimps (Artemia Fertilis) for microscopical
	study. The undertaking was not
	entirely devoid of difficulty: I was
	in the water about 3 hours; and
	in spite of rubber boots etc: became
	very wet and cold.

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Nov. 15;, Sunday. Attended usual meetings
	At the Prayer Circle I offered the
	opening prayer. At the sacrament
	meeting, Counsellor C. W. Penrose delivered
	an instructive sermon on the "Sacrament."
	We explained the fact that the Latter-
	day Saints use water instead of wine
	at the sacramental table, by saying
	that on one occasion Joseph Smith
	was on his way to purchase some
	wine for the ordinance, when a heavenly
	messenger met him, with instructions
	that he should not purchase wine
	of the enemies to the people for the
	sacrament; and that water might be
	used for the purpose.
	In the evening wife and I attended
	our own ward meeting: – the second 
	ward; by call of the Bishop I
	addressed the congregation.

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Nov. 18. Today I attended the funeral services
	of Patriarch Henry Norman, who passed
	from this life three days ago. The services
	were held in the Fifteenth Ward Chapel.
	At the meeting, a list of names was
	read, of persons whom he had selected
	to speak on the occasion; I was among
	the persons so named, and I spoke a
	short time. Father Norman was a
	great and good man; to my knowledge
	he had with him the patriarchal
	power, and whom he blessed was
	blessed. (See entries, Sept. 9, 1891, page
	68 this book; – and in many preceding
	years). He was instrumental in bringing
	my Grandfather to the Church, and
	has been the means of blessing my
	father's family and mine.
		In the evening, Bro. John Gallagher
	and I administered to the child of
	Sister Aldrich, a member of our

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Ward. The woman is in a
state of mental distress, and in deep
trouble. Her husband is not of one
Church, and he has lately left her,
alone and in poverty. Her child
is seriously ill of throat and lung
disorders.
Nov. 19:. In the evening Elder Soren Iverson
and I administered to Bro. Peterson of
our Ward; also to Sister Aldrich's
child. Later, I administered to Sister
Emma Goddard, who is visiting
at our house.
Nov. 20. At the Students' Society this evening,
by request I delivered a short ad-
dress with experiments on "The Centre
of Gravity."
Nov. 21. Presided at the District Convention
of Church School Teachers.
Nov. 22 Sunday. Attended usual meetings
In the afternoon I took part in

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91. administering to Sister Ella Foster
Burbidge.
Nov. 23. Administered to Bro. Andrew Allen,
a student of the College; who is now
suffering from an attack of Typhoid
Fever.
Nov. 25. By request of Pres. Woodruff and others,
I today accompanied a Committee
of the Utah Sugar Co., on a visit to
the Company's works at Lehi Utah.
The object of my going was to make
observations on the Chemical work 
being done at the works. The sugar
factory is an establishment of
great interest to the people of Utah;
and the success of the undertaking
depends largely on the completeness
of the extraction, and the small
loss dependent upon saccharine
matter remaining in the waste
and bye-products. It was thought best

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		by the committee that the true
	object of my visit should not be
	made known at the works. We
	returned to Salt Lake City by evening
	train.	In the evening I attended
	a meeting of the Home Missionary
	Quorum.	At night,      administered
	to good Wife May, who is indisposed.
Nov. 26. Thanksgiving Day! – in this
	territory – a legal holiday. In ac-
	cordance with a former resolution
	I spent the entire day with my
	family  the first whole day so
	spent (except when I have been ill)
	for several years. During the morning
	wife and I drove out to Bro. Drigg's, and
	had a pleasant visit with the family.
	Fortune has not smiled upon him of
	late. But a short time ago he was
	making money very rapidly; then
	he became involved in real estate

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speculations too deeply to recover
himself,, and now he is under in-
dictment for forgery, – committed,
it is alleged by endorsing a note
with another's name, to raise money
in an emergency. I know nought
of the facts in the case, but I
earnestly hope he is innocent.
In the afternoon, we visited Patriarch
Lorenzo Young and family. That
venerable gentleman is very feeble
in body, but vigorous and kind in
spirit as of yore.
	Today Apostle Jno. W. Taylor called
upon me; and explained an enter-
prise just inaugurated among some
of our people to purchase a large
tract of land in Canada. About
250000000 acres are in the tract:
it is offered now at $1025 per acre,
the payments to extend through 12 years.

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Nov. 26. (con.)			18
and it is proposed to form a stock
company and buy the piece. Bro.
Taylor urged me to take a few shares,
saying that if I found myself unable
to meet the payments as they
fall due, I could easily dispose
of my stock to others of the company.
I subscribed for 5000 acres. This is the
first approach to a business in-
vestment which I have ever under-
taken; I trust it will result in good.
Nov.27. At the evening Students' Society
meeting I spoke a short time on
"Current topics in Science."
Nov. 28. In the morning, I attended the
monthly High Priests' Meeting.
Today I made a report to the Board
of Directors of the Utah Sugar Co., con-
cerning my recent visit to the works.
(See Nov. 25 last,)

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Nov. 29: Sunday. Went by morning train
to West Jordan, in the capacity of a
Home Missionary. Attended the Sabbath
School, and a special session of the
Advanced Classes, at each of which I
spoke by request. The sacrament meeting
began at twelve o'clock: here I
was joined by my missionary com-
panion, Elder Reid, and we each
addressed the meeting. Immediately
after those services, there was held
a funeral service over the remains
of a Sister Clausner, - a young wife 
just disceased. By request we spoke
at the funeral. 		Returned home by
evening train. At night I adminis-
tered to Sister Emma Goddard, who
is suffering from throat troubles.
December 2. Again the hand of Death has
fallen upon my fellow teacher's family-
- that of Bro. John Walton. Today I

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Dec 2. (con.) attended the funeral of his     18
	baby-girl. The little one was 8 months
	old: she died of pneumonia. By
	request I spoke at the services. We
	then administered to his youngest
	living son, who is severely troubled with
	throat and lung troubles.
Dec. 3. By request, I accompanied a Com–
	mittee of the Utah Sugar Co. Directors on
	a visit to the works at Lehi. It is
	desired that I make some analyses
	of the material from the works.
Dec 6. Sunday. Attended usual meetings
	At the Prayer Circle, I officiated in
	consecrating the oil. In the afternoon
	took part in administering to Sister
	Burbridge.
Dec. 9. By invitation of the Presidency
	of the Stake, I attended a High
	Council Meeting this evening. I well
	remember my experience as an

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Alternate Councillor in Utah Stake:
and I regard my membership in that
body as one of the most valuable
schools ever attended by me. In
the course of the Council proceedings,
one learns much of Church law and
gospel. At the meeting tonight;
several cases were heard: among
them that of B. W. Duggs Jr, who was
tried and excommunicated from
the Church for adultery. I was as-
tounded when the charge was laid:
yet he confessed his guilt; and
detailed circumstances the most
aggravated. Oh! how easily will
darkness come over men! I remember
when he was a staunch and true
Latter-day Saint in all his professions
but he states that with his increasing
wealth, came indifference to church
duties, and then vice.

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Dec. 10. In the course of a conversation 18
between several of the leading brethren
at the Presidents' office today, at which
I was present, several remarks were
made on the unsettled state of Church
affairs as at present existing. Many
men are becoming somewhat dis-
affected in Church matters: some of
them are becoming despondent: and 
those who are busily and earnestly
laboring for the good of the cause,
are sorely tried in their powers of
equanimity and endurance. Though
such workers may present a pleasing
face to the outside, - within them
are volcanic fires of anxiety and of 
deep concern : — so remarked Bro. Geo.
Reynolds.
Dec. 11 Today I attended a meeting of the
College Board of Directors. The present
affairs of the College, and its future
prospects were discussed. In common

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with other church organizations, our
institution feels the present stringency
in means; so much so indeed, that
the teachers have not received their
salaries for a long time non passed.
However, this troubles me but little,
provided I can get enough dreans to 
keep my dues, and live out of debt.
Dec. 12 Attended, and presided at the
Church School Teacher's District Convention,
held at the College building.
Dec 18. Today ended the College Session
for the term. In the evening, a
social party was held at the
Social Hall; in the course of which
a committee of students presented
each of the teachers with a handsome
book. Such marks of esteem from the
pupils toward their teachers are ap-
preciated more than words can tell; and
yet I would gladly see the custom dis-

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Dec. 18 (con) 				18
continued. To make such presents
to so many teachers must be a decided
tax on many pupils; yet I know the
effort is from the promptings of the
heart. May the Lord make us
worthy of these marks of esteem.
Dec. 20 Sunday. Attended usual meetings.
At the morning prayer circle, by
appointment I officiated in con-
secrating the oil. In the evening
Elder George Romney Jr and I spoke
in the capacity of Home Missionaries
at the Third Ward. Assisted in ad-
ministering to Sister Ella Foster Burbidge
Dec. 21. At 11.20 p.m., a son was born, the 
second time this great blessing has
fallen to our house. All went well.
Wife passed the ordeal safely. The
child seems to be healthy, and perfect
in form. By a strange coincidence
the birth took place on the same

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91. day of the month (the 21"), and at the
	same hour and minute, as marked
	the birth of our other son, darling Sterling.
	Our newly-born comes in the holiday
	season: truly he is welcome as a
	Christmas gift, or in other sense.
	Our house is a house of thankfulness
	just now; may it ever remain so!
	Human powers of expression fail to
	convey the full meed of gratitude that
	is in our hearts.
Dec. 25. Christmas day! Spent quietly at
	home, mostly by the bedside of
	sweet Wife May. All is progressing
	nicely with her, and with our little
	son. For the second time, Wife has
	cheerfully gone to the brink of
	the grave; and there, lying almost
	unconscious over that cavernous
	dark, she has received from the Lord,
	and has handed to us, another of the

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Dec. 25 (Con.)
choice spirits of Heaven. Now she
is slowly, but I trust surely retracing 
her steps along that rugged and
dangerous pathway. May the Lord who 
protected her at the time of greatest 
anguish guide her safely back to 
full and perfect health; and may 
our baby son be guarded through
all the needed stages of development 
and growth unto perfection. 
Dec. 27 Sunday Attended usual meetings. Assisted 
in administering to Sister Ella Burbidge,
who is still very low: steadily sinking 
to all appearances. 
Dec. 29 Attended a meeting of the Trustees 
of Young University of whom I am 
one. This institution has not as
yet been fully organized; but ac-
cording to present plans of the author-
ities it is to be the University of the 
Church. It is hoped that the institu

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tion will fully deserve its name, and
befit the exalted purposes for which
it is to be called into being.
In the afternoon and evening attended
meetings of the Church Board of
Examiners.
	This day is the eighth of our
baby son's mortal life, and we con-
sidered it fitting that he receive a
name and a parent's blessing. The
name given him is Paul Booth –
Talmage.
Dec. 30. Presided at examination of
Candidates for Church School Certificates
conducted at the college.
This day a meeting of the General
Board of Education was held; and
I <was> officially informed by a member of
the same that a Resolution was
passed to the effect that immediate
steps should be taken toward giving
a start to Young University; and

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Dec. 30 (con)						18
	that Captain Willard Young (who is
	to be the President of the University)
	and myself, were appointed a Com-
	mittee to carry these purposes into
	effect. It was also declared to be
	the sense of the General Board, that
	I should be released from the position
	of Principal of the Latter-day Saint's
	College, that proper opportunity may
	be afforded me to labor in the direction
	suggested. This is to me gratifying
	news. I have long yearned to see
	an institution of learning established
	among our people, which should
	be a leading one in all good respects.
	However, I shall be sorrowful at leaving
	the College; though, perhaps, I am
	premature in expressing such
	feelings here; for no details as to
	my prospective release have as
	yet been arranged, and it is

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	possible no change will be effected,
	till the close of the present school
	year.
		This day I again administered
	to Sister Ella Foster Burbidge, who is
	very ill.
Dec. 31. 	Again administered to Sister Burbidge.
	In the course of the ordinance she
	was promised that her painful distress
	should be left behind with the
	expiring year; and that the New
	Year should bring for her a blessing.
	I felt at the time, and afterward, that
	the ordinance of administrating
	was accepted by the Lord; and
	yet I knew not what the result
	should be.
	This is the last day of the year, 1891:
	a year that has been eventful to me,
	and mine. It has been a year of 
	much work; some sorrow, and much
	joy. It has carried me to distant

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Dec. 31 con.		1891
	shores; has made me acquainted with
	many strange peoples; and has brought
	me back again in safety and in peace.
	In its closing days it has brought me
	a priceless boon from the Lord, – a son.
	May the Lord pardon and pass by the
	many weaknesses and mistakes with
	which my path through the year is
	marked; and may he sanction and
	sanctify the labors of the year to the
	general good.
	
				1892
Friday January 1. The dawn of another year.
	Spent the day quietly at home. I
	learn that Sister Burbidge to whom
	I have administered several times of
	late, died at one o'clock this morning.
	This then is the blessing which was
	promised to come with the New Year.

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Jan. 2. Attended the regular monthly
	Priesthood Meeting; and addressed the
	meeting on the subject of Religion
	Classes.
Jan. 3. Sunday. Attended the funeral services
	of Sister Burbidge; and, by request,
	spoke on the occasion, with other elders.
Jan. 4. Went to Provo by early train, and
	attended the exercises incident to the
	dedication of the new B.Y. Academy
	building. This is a great event in
	the history of Provo, and indeed of the
	territory. The building has been brought
	sufficiently near completion to be occu-
	pied by several of the departments
	of the Academy; and the circum-
	stance of moving into it was
	becomingly celebrated with ceremonies
	which may properly be termed
	imposing. Students and teachers marched
	in long procession from the old building

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Jan. 4 (con.)				18
to the new. By request I walked
in the procession as a former
member of the Faculty. The formal
exercises were conducted according
to a prearranged program. The dedi-
catory prayer was offered by
President George Q Cannon. Dear
Brother Maeser, the venerable Principal
of the B. Y. Academy made his
final address in that capacity and
retired from the office; his successor,
Benj. Cluff Jr., being installed in
his place. Bro. Maeser's address
was full of pathos:, and I could not
repress the wish that I fain would
have seen him retain the Prin-
cipalship for at least a term in
the new building. This is said with
no aspersion toward the capability
of Prof Cluff, whom I regard
highly: but because the names

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92.							121.
"Brigham Young Academy" and "Karl G.
Maeser" are inseparably associated in
my mind. Like Moses of old, the
veteran educator has brought that
institution to the verge of the Promised
Land; and leaves his younger and
perhaps more vigorous successor to
lead the way thereinto.
All the Presidency of the Church,
together with two Apostles, and
several members of the General
Board of Education were present,
as was also Governor A. L. Thomas,
who delivered a very pleasing and
effective address.
An excellent program of social
enjoyments was prepared for the
afternoon, but most of these I was
compelled to forego, as I returned
to Salt Lake City by afternoon train.
Long live and prosper the good old

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Jan. 4 (con)							18
	Brigham Young Academy.
	At night, by special invitation, Captain
	Willard Young and myself attended a
	meeting of the Board of Directors
	of the 18" Ward L.D.S. Seminary; with
	a view to ascertain from the
	Board the possibility of obtaining
	the school building for a course of
	study under the auspices of Young
	University. Learning, however, from
	the Board, that they hoped to continue
	the school now in session there,
	we practically withdrew the prop-
	osition.
Jan. 5. Formal exercises of the College
	resumed this morning. This day
	I attended a Joint Meeting of the
	Directors and Museum Committee
	of the Salt Lake Literary and
	Scientific Association; and there
	I was bold enough to propose and

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92. urge the turning over of the
	Deseret Museum together with
	all other property owned by the
	S.L.L. + S. Association to Young
	University. I was gratified to find
	a number of the brethren, including
	Pres. Geo Q. Cannon, in favor of
	the proposition. A Committee was
	appointed to further consider the sub-
	ject. It is my opinion that,
	we can but poorly succeed in
	building up two institutions at
	once, as closely allied in avowed
	purpose as are the Scientific and
	Literary Association, and the Young
	University; indeed, did we attempt
	such, there would be something
	in the nature of rivalry between
	them. It would be better to concentrate,
	rather than scatter energy in so
	important a cause.

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Jan. 5. Met with the directors and some
	of the members of the Salt Lake
	Literary and Scientific Association. Spent
	greater part of the afternoon in company
	with Captain Willard Young in seeking
	a place for temporary occupancy in the
	work of Young University.
Jan 6. Met with three other members of the
	Salt Lake Literary and Scientific As-
	sociation as a Committee to consider
	the subject of the Museum etc. and
	the advisability of removing the col-
	lections from their present quarters.
	By request, Elder Done and I adminis-
	tered to Sister Sarah Mitchell.
	In early evening I met with the
	Stake Board of Education, to con-
	sider the subject of the request
	made by of that Board by the General
	Board of Education, that I be
	released from the Principalship of

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125
92. the Latter-day Saints' College. Our
Board seem disposed to regard the
movement with ill favor, saying that
a change at the present time would
materially cripple the institution.
I recognize the fact, from an extended
experience, that a change in school
officials, and particularly in teachers,
even though such change be from
a poor instructor to a better one,
is marked by a break and a disturb-
ance in the work; yet, I feel that,
inasmuch as such change has been
long expected, and, according to the
expressed wishes of the General
Board of Education, would take
place in all reasonable events
at the close of the present school
year, the present time is in all
respects the best for the change.
Some members of the College Board

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Jan 6. con.					18
think, that the proposed removal
of the present Principal will deter
students from entering or continuing
at the College, and so will militate
against the interests of the institu-
tion; but such results I do not fear
as some of them do. It is true, for
a time I failed to see the wisdom
of making such a change in
the middle of a school year; and
though I doubted not that there
was <is> wisdom in the movement,
inasmuch as it is dictated and
directed by the highest authority
in the Priesthood, yet I pondered
long, earnestly, and prayerfully over
the matter, before I could see matters
rightly. Granting for a moment,
(though to grant such argues perhaps
that I am egotistical) that there
is good cause to fear all the

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92. disastrous effects (disaffectedness among
	pupils, lack of confidence among patrons <etc>)
	such as have been set forth, then I
	say, the present is the best time
	for the change; for, now, the students
	are enrolled; they will remain in
	classes; the work will go on till
	the end of the year; students will
	discover that, with the College as
	with all other institutions of the
	Church, the success of such <an> institu-
	tion depends not on Bro. Talmage,
	or any other man; and by the close
	of the school year, any signs of
	disappointment will have been
	lived down, and students will leave
	with feelings of confidence, and will
	reenter with redoubled energy. Whereas,
	if all remained undisturbed till
	the end of the year, <and a sudden change was then inaugurated,> any approach
	to disaffection would remain uncorrected

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Jan 6. (con)
till the reopening next fall, and
then, perhaps, pupils would not
reenter. Tis best as it is! How
could it be otherwise when the
Lord's oracles dictate the movement?
The Board appointed a committee
to still further consider the sub-
ject, with instructions to report
at an early day.
Jan. 7. Again administered to Sister
Sarah Mitchell. Met with some
of the brethren of the Board, at
their request, to still further dis-
cus the proposed changes at the
College.
Jan. 8. Attended a meeting of the Com-
mittee from the College Board,
(appointed on the 6 "inst." — see this
page above). After proper discussion
it was decided to recommend that

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	the request of the General Board of
	Education, relative to my removal, be
	complied with.
Jan. 9.	A day of many meetings!
	Faculty meeting in the morning:
	District Teacher's Convention (at which
	I presided) in the afternoon: Meeting
	of the College Board in early evening;
	and a Teacher's Meeting later. At
	the Board Meeting referred to,
	after long discussion, the report
	of the Committee – to the effect
	that I be released from the Prin-
	cipalship, in compliance with the
	requests of the General Board
	of Education, – was concurred in
	by all; though a resolution was
	passed, that the General Board
	should be officially informed of
	the probable dire results of such
	change. A resolution was passed

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Jan. 9. con.
 	by the Board, to the effect
that such release take effect on
Monday next, January 11: and that
Prof. Willard Dove, be on that
day installed as my successor:
Motions prevailed in the Board,
setting forth, that I am released with
regret by the Board, and that their
confidence, good wishes, and prayers
go with me, for success in the
more expanded sphere to which
I am called. The evidences of good
feeling evinced by the brethren
were deep and affecting. At
a meeting of the Teachers held
late tonight, it was decided to
mark the event of the change by
appropriate exercises on Monday next:
at least, as nearly appropriate as
the short time for preparation will
allow. It was decided to print

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92.						131.
copies of the
Resolutions, em-
bodying the official
action of the Board. 
Such a copy is 
here attached. 
[the following is a cutout of the aforementioned copy]
	-OFFICE OF-
Latter-day Saints' College Association,
		Salt Lake City, Utah, Jan. 9, 1892. 
To whom it may concern:
	At a duly called meeting of the above named Asso-
ciation, held this day, a communication from the General
Board of Education of the Church of Jesus Christ of Lat-
ter-day Saints was read, in which the release of Dr.
James E. Talmage, F. R. M. S., as Principal of the Lat-
ter-day Saints' College was asked, for the purpose of en-
abling him to devote time and attention to the establish-
ment and development of scientific courses in connection
with Young University. After mature consideration and 
free discussion, the following resolutions were unanimously
adopted:
	Resolved, That in conformity with the request of the
General Board of Education, Dr. James E. Talmage be 
honorably released from the position of Principal of the 
Latter-day Saints' College, and also from all Normal,
Theological, and executive duties in said College: provided, 
he continue his scientific lectures before the students until
the close of the present academic year; this release to take
effect January 11, 1892.
	Resolved, That the thanks and best wishes of this
Board be extended to Dr. J. E. Talmage for his efficient
and faithful services while Principal of the College; that we
release him with regrets, and with assurances of our sin-
cerest esteem and fullest confidence, and that our blessings
accompany him in his more extended field of labor.
	Resolved; That Professor Willard Done, D. B., be ap-
pointed to succeed Dr. Talmage as Principal of the Lat-
ter-day Saints' College, this appointment to go into effect 
January 11th, 1892.
				ANGUS M. CANNON, President.
				WM. B. DOUGALL, Secretary.
L. D. S. College Association. 
[the handwritten entry continues below]
Jan. 10 - Sunday. Attended regular meetings.
At the Prayer Circle I officiated
in administering the blessing of
consecration on the oil. In the
evening, according to previous
promise I delivered a lecture before
the Mutual Improvement Associations

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Jan 10. con. of Sugar House Ward; subject,
	"David, King of Israel." The house
	was crouded; and the audience
	was very orderly and attentive. I
	felt a great degree of the Spirit
	of the Lord prevailing at the
	meeting; and I earnestly trust
	that good will come from the effort.
January 11. This has proved to be a day
	long to be remembered in my
	history. At the opening of regular
	exercises in the College this morning,
	an official notice was given of
	the action of the Board of Directors
	on the 9" inst., and of the exercises to
	be held today. To my surprise I
	found the Assembly room of the
	College decorated with evergreens and
	flowers. At the appointed time 12.30 p.m.,
	the exercises began, a fair idea of which
	may be gained from the following, as published

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.
in this evening's issue of the "Desert
News."

[the following is printed text pasted into the journal]
[left column]
     INTERESTING EXERCISES.

Resignation of Dr. Talmage and Instal-
    lation of Prof. Done as Principal
	    of the Latter-day Saints'
		         College.

	At 12:30 today the exercises attend
ant upon the change in the principal-
ship of the Latter-day Saints' College
began. There were present on the 
stand: President Geo. Q. Cannon,
President Joseph F. Smith, Gen.
Supt. K.G. Maeser, Captian Willard
Young, Amos Howe, W.B. Dougall,
Bishop Geo. H. Taylor, Henry W.
Naisbitt, Dr. Talmage, Prof. Done,
the members of the faculty, students
and visitors. 
	After singing by the choir and
prayer by Instructor W.H. Chamber-
lain, an address in behalf of the gen-
tlemen students was delivered by Bro.
Sterling Williams. He spoke of the 
feeling of love in the hearts of the 
students towards Dr. Talmage, and
their hope for the future success of
the institution. Miss Zina Bennion
followed in behalf of the lady students,
expressing the sorrow of the students
at the departure of Dr. Tal-
mage, the noble character of
his labor in the College, and their
wishes for his future success.
She extended in behalf of the students
a cordial welcome to the incoming
Principal, Prof. Done.
	Miss Katie Romney rendered an in-
strumental selection in an artistic man-
ner, after which Instructor Joseph
Nelson delivered an address express-
ing the feelings of the teachers on the
occasion of the change in the princi-
palship,showing the high regard in
which Dr. Talmage has been held,
their regret at his severing his connec-
tion with the institution, and their
prayer for the labors of his successor.
	Dr. J.E. Talmage delivered a feeling
address, showing his willingness to
give honor to God for the success of the
past, and his appreciation of the kindly
feeling of teachers and students toward
him. He invoked the blessings of God
upon the new Principal, and all others
connected with the institution, which
will surely prosper in the future.

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	Lady Superintendent Cobb, in behalf 
of the teachers, presented to Dr. Tal-
mage a beautiful basket of flowers. 
	Miss Olla Barker sang "Sweet Dream-
land Faces," after which Prof. Willard 
Done, the successor to the principal-
ship, expressed, in a brief address, his
realization of the responsibility of the
position to which he has been called 
and his desire for the support of all 
concerned.
	Miss Jennie Smith, in behalf of the
Normal Students, presented to Dr.
Talmage and Prof. Done each a beau-
tiful token.
	Secretary W.B. Dougall of the
board of directors read a set of resolu-
tions adopted by the board, which are
published elsewhere in this issue. 
	Bishop Geo. H. Taylor, of the board,
expressed the sentiments of that body
at the removal of Dr. Talmage. The
esteem of the board for Dr. Talmage
was expressed by the speaker, as also
their pride in the school.
	General Superintendent K.G. Maeser
spoke of the labors of Dr. Talmage, and 
of the bond of sympathy existing be-
tween them. The work of the school
will continue to a glorious consumma-
tion.
	Captain Willard Young spoke of Dr.
Talmage's removal as a promotion, and 
of Young University as a school
toward which all the other institutions
tend. 
	President George Q. Cannon stated
that the value of the Church School
organization had been demonstrated in
the exercises of this occasion. He 
expressed the wish that the idea would
be wide-spread that the greatest quali-
fication of a teacher is a faith in  the 
Gospel of Christ.  Further interesting
remarks were made by the speaker.
	The school sang a hymn specially
composed for the occasion by Instructor
Haag, and the benediction was pro-
nounced. 

[written text continued]
	The following editorial
appeared in the Desert 
Evening News of this
same date:-

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Jan. 11, (con)						18
[Column 1]
THE LATTER-DAY SAINTS COLLEGE.

	REFERENCE has occasionally been
made in these columns to initial pro-
ceedings, which have been in progress
for some time, looking to the establish-
ment, of an educational institution to
be known as Young University. The
intention is to make it, in course of
time, a high class university, second
to none in the west. As a matter of
course this will require con-
siderable time and a great deal of hard
work. When the building shall be
erected it is intended to made it a
structure that will be a credit to this
western commonwealth. Great insti
tutions, like all other results of energy
and enterprise, have, as a rule, a
gradual growth. And as the necessary
buildings for Young University wil
not be erected for some time, the
gentlemen who have the matter in
hand have judiciously deemed it ad-
visable to begin actual work, as a
necessity for preparation and develop-
ment.*The valuable Deseret Museum
collection has been handed over to the
institution and will probably be re-
moved from its present quarters and
classified and arranged. It has been
determined to open scientific classes,
and take such steps as will enable the
University to obtain a full and fair
start, by the time the proposed build-
ings shall be ready.
	As a matter of course the president of
the institution—Capt. Willard Young—
requires efficient help to aid him in the
work of development. Hence the
following official announcement by
the Board of Trustees of the Latter-day
Saints' College:
"OFFICE OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS' COL-
	LEGE ASSOCIATION.
"SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Jan. 9, 1892.
"To Whom it May Concern:
	"At a duly called meeting of the above
named association held this day, a com-
munication from the General Board of
Education of the Church of Jesus Christ
of Latter-day Saints was read, in which
the release of Dr. James E. Talmage,
F. R. M. S., as Principal of the Latter-
day Saints College, was asked, for the
purpose of enabling him to devote time

[Column 2]
and attention to the establishment and
development of scientific courses in con-
nection with Young University. After
mature consideration and free discussion,
the following resolutions were unani-
mously adopted:
	Resolved, That in conformity with the
request of the General Board of Educa-
tion, Dr. James E. Talmage be honorably
released from the position of principal of
the Latter-day Saints' College, and also
from all normal, theological and execu-
tive duties in said college;
	Provided, he continue his scientific lec-
tures before the students until the close
of the present academic year; this release
to take effect January 11, 1892.
	Resolved: That the thanks and best
wishes of this board be extended to Dr.
J. E. Talmage for his efficient and
faithful services while principal
of the college; that we release him with
regrets, and with assurances of our sin-
cerest esteem and fullest confidence, and
that our blessings accompany him in his
more extended field of labor.
	Resolved, That Prof. Willard Done,
D. B., be appointed to succeed Dr. Tal-
mage as principal of the Latter-day
Saints' College, this appointment to go
into effect January 11th, 1892.
			ANGUS M. CANNON,
						President.
	WM. B. DOUGALL,
		Secretary.
	L. D. S. College Association.
	It appears at first glance that, in the
meantime, the operations of the College
would be greatly crippled by the re-
lease from the position of principal of
an educator so efficient as Dr. Tal-
mage. It should be remembered, how-
ever, that he remains till the close of
the present academic year, a member
of its faculty, by continuing his scien-
tific classes. As a matter of course
the change will largely increase the
work of the Doctor's successor and his
assistants, who are, however, willing to
and capable of assuming it. Prof.
Done is a tried, faithful, capable and
thorough educator, and possesses
besides, the requisites ability to per-
form the executive duties of the college.

[Column 3]
	That establishment is doing an excel-
lent work and we have no doubt that
its capacity and efficiency will con-
tinue to enlarge. It has an important
mission to fill, and will accomplish it
to the satisfaction of all who are inter-
ested in an institution with a sphere
of usefulness so potential. The
changes indicated in the foregoing
were consummated at the college to
day with appropriate proceedings, by
which Prof. Done was duly installed
as principal.
	We wish the Latter-day Saints Col-
lege full success, which its sterling
character so amply deserves.

[The following is written sideways in bottom right corner]
*The statements made by the Deseret
News in the accompanying editorial,
regarding the transfer of the Museum
to Young University are not exactly
true. I hope some such transfer will yet be made,
but as yet it has not been done.

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	The exercises incident to the change
	in the Principalship were of the
	most affecting nature throughout.
	I was surprised to find a well pre-
	pared program for the occasion.
	First, two of the students, a gentleman
	(Bro. Sterling Williams), and a lady,
	(Miss Zina Bennion) delivered each
	a short address, highly eulogistic, and, 
	I am sure overflowing with undeserved
	tributes of praise. Then one of the
	teachers (Instructor Nelson) spoke,
	expressing the deep love of the
	teachers; and in the course of his
	remarks he presented me with
	a beautifully executed, and neatly
	framed set of Resolutions,
	which I will endeavor to incorporate
	in my Journal under a later date.
	Then I was called upon for an address,
	and I feel that I utterly failed to

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18
Jan. 11. (con.) express the full emotions of my
	soul. I was almost robbed of
	speech by the pressure of my feelings.
	My good friend, and able successor,
	Prof. Willard Done, being then in-
	stalled as Principal, followed with
	a brief but feeling address, showing
	that he fully realized the respon-
	sibilities now falling upon him.
	During these exercises many of the
	students were in tears, and the
	effect of the suppressed emotions was
	at times painful. At the close of
	my address, Sister Cobb, the Lady
	Superintendent, presented me with
	an elegant and basket of natural
	flowers, accompanying the presenta-
	tion with words of sisterly affection.
	Then, one of the Normal Students,
	(Miss Jennie Smith) presented to Bro.
	Done and myself, each an elegant

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	blotter-holder and paper knife of onyx
	and moss agate; bidding as she gave,
	"Welcome to the coming, God-speed
	to the parting guest."  The evidences
	of esteem and love were overwhelming.
	Of the Board of Directors, Secretary Wm
	B. Donigall, and Bp. Geo. H. Taylor
	then addressed the meeting.  Then
	my second father, firm counsellor,
	and true friend, Supt. Karl G. Maeser
	paid an undeserved tribute of com-
	mendation and praise, and invoked
	the blessing of God upon his
	pupil. Capt. Willard Young, and
	Prest. Geo. Q. Cannon spoken in
	turn, explaining <more> fully the object
	of the Church School organization,
	and the special purposes of
	Young University. Prest. Cannon
	declared that if he had not before
	realized the necessity of church

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18
Jan. 11. con. Schools among the people,
	today he would have learned such,
	"For" said he "I would not have children
	of mine respect and love any man
	as their teacher, as I see you love
	your retiring Principal, unless that
	man had a firm testimony of the
	great work of God." He pointed out
	how easily a teacher might lead
	his pupils astray, after having won
	their confidence and love.    Surely
	the responsibilities of a teacher of
	the youth are many and great.
	May the Lord hide the errors of his
	unworthy servant, and bless him
	with the power of doing greater good.
	The benediciton was pronounced
	by Pres. Joseph F. Smith; he deliver
	ed a feeling prayer for the in-
	stitution and its officers, students,
	and patrons.

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	Surely I shall never forget the pro-
	ceedings of this day. May they
	be sanctified to the good of all par-
	ticipants.
		In the evening I was honored
	with the company of dear Bro. Maeser
	at supper. He repeated great blessings
	for his student, and these I trust
	will be realized, – I know they will
	be, if I forfeit them not. In the
	course of conversation he stated that
	Prest. Woodruff, who had witnessed
	the proceedings at Provo (See Jan. 4
	last), had told him from the Lord,
	that his (Bro. Maeser's) labors had
	been accepted of the Lord, and
	that the Brigham Young Academy
	during the fifteen years of his
	Principalship had been conducted by
	inspiration, "And this", said Bro. Maeser,
	to me "I regard above all possible

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Jan. 11 (con)
		riches of earth"; What greater
	satisfaction could be given to man,
	than the assurance of divine appro-
	val on his work!  and where is
	man to be found more worthy of
	such blessing than my teacher
	and friend, Bro. Maeser?
		At night, by request, Bro. Maeser
	and I went to the house of Bro.
	Done, and there we met the
	full Faculty of the College, and
	several of the prominent students.
	An enjoyable evening was spent,
	thus closing a most eventful
	day. God grant that only good
	may come from its development.
January 12. The Salt Lake "Herald" of
	this morning contains an account
	of yesterdays' proceedings at the College,
	and, as it embodies the Resolutions pre-
	sented by the teachers, and the hymn

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92.					
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specially composed for the occassien,
I append the article here:-

[the following is printed text pasted into the journal]
[left column]
	TWO PRINCIPALS.

 Dr. Talmage is Relieved by
	       Prof. Done. 

Tender Farewell to the Departing and
   Cordial Welcome to the Incoming
		Schoolman.

	The exercises attendant on the resignat-
tion of Dr. James E. Talmage as principal
of the L.D.S. college and the installation
of Prof. Willard Done, took place at the
Latter-day Saints' college yesterday, be-
ginning at 12:30 p.m. Those present on 
the occasion were: President George Q.
Cannon, President Joseph F. Smith. Gen-
eral Superintendent Karl G. Mæser, Cap-
tain Willard Young, Bishop George H. 
Taylor, Henry W. Naisbitt, Amos Howe, 
W.B. Dougall, Dr. James E. Talmage,
Prof. Willard Done, the members of the 
faculty, students and visitors.
	The main hall, which had been very 
tastefully decorated, was well filled. The
school sang "How Firm a Foundation."
Prayer was offered by Instructor W. H.
Chamberlin. Addresses were then made 
by Mr. Sterling Williams in behalf of the
gentlemen students and Miss Zina Bennion
in behalf of the ladies of thie college, ex-
pressing in most touching sentences the 
loving, grateful emotions experienced by
their fellows in parting with their beloved
principal and extending.
	FOND WORDS OF WELCOME
to the worthy person upon whom the man-
tle of his predecessor was about to fall.
An instrumental selection was beautifully
rendered by Miss Katie Romney. In-
structor Joseph Nelson, in behalf of the 
teachers, then spoke of the high esteem in
which Dr. Talmage was held by his asso-
ciate instructors and closed with kindnest
heart felt wishes for all concerned in this
present change. Dr. J.E. Talmage then
delivered a short address in which he
spoke of his departure, the appreciation of
all tokens of love and esteem offered, and
the calling of Prof. Done, to whose capa-
bility and thoroughness for the position of
principal he testified. A presentation of a 
beautiful basket of flowers was made to
the retiring principal by Lady Superinten-
dent Camilla C. Cobb, in behalf of the 
teachers, and a song entitled "Sweet
Dreamland Faces" was rendered by Miss
Ollie Barker.
□Prof. Willard Done, the successor in the
principalship, expressed in a brief address
his gratefulness to God for his blessings;
spoke of his responsibilty and of the
necessity of Divine assistance to lead him
and support all connected with the institu-
tion. In behalf of his fellow-laborers he

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presented to Dr. Talmage a resolution
most beautifully written and framed with
wreathes of exquisite climbing green sur-
rounding it. Following is a copy of 
	RESOLUTIONS PRESENTED:
LATTER-DAY SAINTS' COLLEGE,	}
	SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH, Jan. 11, 1892.
  On the occasion of the resignation of our re-
spected principal.
	DOCTOR JAMES E. TALMAGE,
we, his associate instructors to the Latter-day
Saints' college, present this slight token of the 
esteem in which we hold him
	During the three and a half years of his in-
cumbency of this position he has discharged its 
duties with fidelity and thoroughnes . Our re-
lationship with him as a principal, as a bro her
and as a friend has been most pleasant, and it 
is with deepest regret that we witness his re
moval from the principalship of this institu-
tion. 
	We wish him all pleasure and prosperity in
the discharge of his new duties, and invoke
upon him the full favor of God, which we feel
he has enjoyed in his labor here.
	And while we realize that the Latter-day
Saints' college loses a most efficient principal,
we are resigned in the reflection that the sphere 
of Dr. Talmage's usefulness will be widely ex-
tended. 
	Secretary W.B. Dougall, of the board of
directors, read the following set of resolu
tions adopted by the board:
		RESOLUTIONS.
		    OFFICE OF 
LATTER-DAY SAINTS COLLEGE ASSOCIATION. }
		SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH, Jan. 9, 1892.	}
To whom it may concern:
	At a duly called meeting of the above named
association, held th s day a communication
from the general board of education o the
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
was read, in which the release of Dr. James E.
Talmage. F.R.M.S. as principal of the Lat-
ter-day Saints college was asked f r the purpose 
of enabling him to devote time and attention to
the establishment and development of scientific
courses in connection with Young University.
After mature consideration an  ree discussion,
the following resolutions were unanimously
adopted:
	Resolved, That in conformity with the re-
quest of the general board of education. Dr.
James E. Talmage be honorably released from 
the position of principal of the Latter-Day
Saints' college, and also from a [---]r[--] theo-
logical, and executive duties in said college; 
provided, he continue his scientific lectures be-
fore the students until the close of the present
academic year: this release to take effect
January 11, 1892. 
	Resolved. That the thanks and best wish s of
this board be extended to Dr. J E Talmage
for his efficient a d faithful services while
principal of the college: that we release him
with regrets, and with assurances of our sin-
cerest esteem and fullest confidence, and that
our blessings accompany him in his more ex-
tended field of labor.
	Resolved: That Prof. Willard Done D.B. be 
appointed to succeed Dr Talmage as principal
of the Latter-day Saints' college this appoint-
ment to go into effect, January 11. 1892.
			ANGUS M. CANNON, president.
			WM. B. DOUGALL, secretary.
L.D.S. College association.
	WORDS OF COMMENDATION.
	Bishop George H. Taylor of the board
in expressing the sentiment of that body,
spoke of the esteem of the board for Dr.
Talmage and their pride in the school. 

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	General Superintendent Karl G. Maeser
very feelingly spoke of his acquaintance
with Dr. Talmage and the bond of sym-
pathy existing between them. Exhorted 
the students to follow in the footsteps of 
their teachers.
	Captain Willard Young, in speaking of
the removal of Dr. Talmage, said that stu-
dents may again labor with him if they will
labor for a promotion to an institution
where he is now being promoted.
	President George Q. Cannon prized the
church school organization very highly,
and trusted that more good would continue
to result through the faithful, unselfish,
loving labors of all those laboring in this 
noble cause. The following
		CLOSING HYMN,
specially composed for the occasion by In-
structor Richard Haag, was sung by the 
school:
	Hear, oh Father, Thou our prayer,
	   Shower blessings from above;
	All who've met on this occasion
	   Fill with Thy inspiring love.
	To Thine honor, to Thy glory,
	   May this hour's action prove.

	And as now with painful feelings
	   From a noble friend we part
	Truly grateful, kind emotions
	   Freely spring from every heart.
	May kind heaven's choicest favors
	   Crown his worthy head.

	Peace, success to him, Thy servant,
	   Who does now o'er us preside:
	Let no less our love sustain him,
	    And be Thou his strength and guide.
	Heavenly blessings, gifts and graces,
	    Be with him for evermore. 

	Benediction was pronounced by Presi-
dent Joseph F. Smith.

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Jan. 16.  A school week has now passed
under the changed conditions regard-
ing my occupation. All the effects of
the Principalship have been turned 
over to Bro. Done; and I am free from
the institution except for an hour and
a half daily. Already I have been
able to make great improvement in
my scientific work, owing to my
being able to spend more time in
preparation for classes. 
Jan. 17 Sunday. In the evening, Elder
Wm Reid and I officiated as
Home Missionaries in the Fifth
City Ward. A good spirit prevailed 
at the meeting.
Jan 19 In the evening the regular
weekly meeting of the Mutual 
Improvement Association of the 
Second Ward was held. It had

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92. been previously announced that
President Joseph F. Smith would 
deliver a lecture on the occasion,
but, at the last moment it was dis-
covered that he would be unavoidably
detained, and consequently would be
unable to be present to fill the ap-
pointment. After the audience had
assembled the President of the As-
socation called upon me with 
an urgent request to be present and
to speak on the occasion. I had no 
objection to the honor of playing
the substitute, though a most
unworthy one, to so emminent a
speaker; nevertheless I have been 
endeavoring of late to be relieved
from evening lectures. However I
spoke to the assembly; subject,
"Man's duty to the brute creation."
All appeared to go well.

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	Spent the afternoon in
company with the Taxidermist
of the Deseret Museum hunting. 
We secured a number of birds,
which are to be stuffed, illustra-
tive of winter plumage.  I very 
much dislike the thought of killing:
indeed hunting has lost much
of the zest it used to have for
me, because of my aversion to
taking brute life: yet I feel that
my duty requires me to secure
specimans for illustration and study.
Killing under such circumstances 
is for a purpose; and I trust
therefore is justifiable.
Jan 22.	Friday:  another school
week ended.  Now that the novelty
attending the change is somewhat 
blunted, and I am becoming
settled in the new order of things,

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92 I am able to plan for a somewhat
systematic employment of my time. 
I work at home till 9 am: then 
take breakfast and go to the college, 
lecturing there till from 10:30 till
12m. The afternoon is spent at
the Museum, arranging specimens
or in other work preparatory to 
starting Young University courses. 
Most of the needed work in the 
latter institutions consists at present, 
of thinking, and planning for
the future: but little execution of 
plans has as yet been effected. 
Jan. 23. Presidid at the Church
	School Teachers' Convention for
	Salt Lake District.  An interesting
	session was held.
Jan 24. Sunday. By appointment, 
	Elder Willard Done and I went
	to Riverton, and there officiated

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	as Home Missionaries.  We at-
	tended Sunday School, and
	the Sacrament Meeting: each
	of us speaking at each.  Returned
	home by evening train. 
Jan 25. Attended a <part of a> session each
	of the Council, and House of Rep-
	resentatives of the Territorial Legis-
	lative Assembly.
Jan. 27.	In the evening, I attended
	the monthly meeting of the Home
	Missionaries.  An interesting
	question was there brought up: the
	discussion that followed was very
	instructive.  One of the missionaries
	in speaking in a certain ward of
	the city, had dwelt at length upon
	the Mercy of God in dealing
	with offenders against His law;
	and the speaker had used the
	illustration of a certain notorious

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murderer who was extented under
sentence of the court in this city
several years ago:  the missionary
stating that this murderer might
hope to be forgiven, and eventually
to gain salvation. The Bishop of
the ward, in his capacity as 
President of the Meeting, had ex-
pressed a difference of opinion
on the matter, holding that the
murderer's fate was so terrible
that it would be rash to talk of 
salvation in such a case: indeed,
the Bishop went so far as to
stigmatise the doctrine ennunciated
by the missionary as "unwise"
and "false." The question before
the meeting tonight was as to the
propriety of the Bishop's action
and of course this involved the
truth or fallasy of the doctrine.

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Many of the brethern present
tonight spoke upon the matter, my
self among the number: indeed I 
was called specially by the President,
it being generally understood that
my views on the matter had been 
sought and obtained by an in-
terested party sometime before the
meeting. I felt to justify the Bishop
as I consider such doctrine unfitted
for current discussion in mixed 
assemblies of worship.  Indeed, I
think too many of our people
are constantly improving themselves
through giving way to speculative
on matters of this kind.  The depths
of Divine mercy have never been
sounded by man; nevertheless I 
cannot think that mercy is to be
extended without regard to justice.
When a sinner has paid his

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	debt, then will be liberated from the
	prison house; but who can tell
	the extent of the penalty?  As the 
	finite mind of man has never
	comprehended the brightness, beauty
	and glory of the kingdom of God,
	nor the rewards that he has in
	store for his children, so can
	man not know the extent of that
	"endless punishment", which is 
	"God's punishment." We cannot
	judge the circumstances attending
	a case of murder; but I read that
	the murderer "hath not eternal
	life within him". But let the doc-
	trine stand as it may: it seems 
	to me to be far from wise to
	speak mitigatingly, of so terrible
	an offense.  We should not place
	a premium on crime.  In general these
	views were sustained by the President
	of the meeting.

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Jan 30.		
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Attended the regular meeting
of the High Priest's Quorum. A
member of the elderly brethren spoke
today, and the simplicity of this
remarks together with the fervor
of their feelings was very impressive. 
I believe mine to be the only 
beardless face in the Quorum:
indeed the great majority of the
members are gray; and the
testimonies of these veteran are
deeply affecting.
Jan. 31: Sunday. Attended usual
meetings. At the afternoon sacra-
ment meeting three missionaries,
recently returend from islands
of New Zealand and Austrialia
spoke. Their remarks showed 
the interest existing in that
far off part of the Lord's
vineyard, on matters pertaining

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to the Gospel. In the evening
Elder George Mills and I filled
appointments as Home Mission-
aries in the Fourth City Ward.
A good spirit prevailed; we both
felt well in our labors.
After the meeting I attended a
lecture, subject "Thomas Paine," del-
ivered in the Theatre by Mr.
Charles Ellis. This is one of a
series of lectures being given by
the gentleman on Sunday evenings,
and the Stake Presidency
have recommended the people
to attend. Mr Ellis claims to be a
non - religionist; indeed he is
reputed to be an infidel; but
he has spoke in strong favor
of the "Mormon" people, and
against the cowardly and unjust
treatment accorded them by

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Jan. 31 (con.)				18
their enemies. I have not been
able to attend his lectures lately,
till tonight. He is a thoughtful
and an earnest speaker; he
exerts considerable influence over
an audience. Since the authorities
recommend the people to patronize
him, I suppose that all must
be right; yet I cannot fail
to see a possibility of danger
in such a man's gaining an
influence over our young people.
It is easy for him to c[---]
even with truth; and perhaps
to lead some off the track. I
hope that no stumbling-block
is in his hands to be placed
in the path of the young
people of Zion. Constant watch-
fulness and prayer are indispen-
sable in the work of God.

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February 6. During the morning, I 
attended the Stake Priesthood Meetings.
Political matters claimed and received
considerable attention there today; and
upon this subject, I feel that I am 
somewhat disaffected; nay! more than
this; I have even felt at times that
I must be imbibing a spirit akin
to that of apostasy, for I notice such
differences between my own ideas and
feelings, and the actions of some
brethren of prominence, in political
matters. Now, I cannot sanction in my
heart, the making of politics an
all-absorbing topic in meetings of
a religious nature. Let this, in com-
mon with every other subject receive
the attention to which its importance
entitles it; but let it not receive the
energy and effort that belong to
other things. The present political

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	situation of the people of Utah 
is a peculiar one. The People's 
Party, once existing as a party of 
the Latter-day Saints, opposed by the 
"Anti-Mormon" element under the name 
of the Liberal Party, has now been 
disbanded; and an official declara-
tion has been made to the country, 
that there is no longer a political 
party within the organization of the 
Mormon people. The people have 
been advised to divide on National party 
lines, and to ally themselves with 
Republicans or Democrats as suited 
their individual preferences. Such 
division has been carried so far, that 
we find members of the same Quorum 
opposed to each other politically. Some 
of our Apostles are Republicans, and 
energetic Republicans too, which 
others are as strongly Democratic

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Each of these parties has put a
ticket in the field for the coming
municipal elections. Based upon
this reported breaking up of the old-
time parties in Utah, and the es-
tablishment of national lines, many
Congressmen, and high federal officers
have proposed measures of relief for
Utah from the condition of territorial
vassalage. Now, there are pending
in Congress two bills concerning Utah:
one introduced into the House of
Representatives by our own Delegate,
Hon. John T. Caine; and in the Senate
by Senator Faulkner; the other
introduced <[---]> the the Senate by Senator
Teller. The first of these measures
seeks for Utah a system of Home
Rule, giving to the people here the 
privilege of electing their own
officers, though still continuing

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	the territorial dependence: the 
	second bill- Senator Teller's - offers
	Statehood to Utah. It seems to be
	the general belief that the "Mormon"
	people are sincere in their dissolu-
	tion of the Peoples' Party, and the
	division of political preferences in 
	favor of the two national. parties; 
	but some people and periodicals
	advise a longer interval of waiting,
	and a farther probation. Now, at
	the Priesthood meeting today, some
	recommended the advisability of 
	a wholesale "scratching" of the election
	tickets, each man making up a
	ticket to suit himself. This course
	I cannot sanction. True, on general
	principles, and as a rule, I
	prefer to consider principles and
	man rather than party: but the
	position of Utah just at present is

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Feb. 6, 1892 – (omission).
	In the afternoon, I attended, 
and presided at a meeting of the
Salt Lake District Church School
Teachers Convention; and, in accordance
with previously made arrangement with
the General Board of Education, (in whose
hands rests the power of appointing
the Chairmen of the Conventions) I 
resigned my office. I am loath to set
an example of irregularity; and it is
possible that my time will be occupied
in future so as to prevent regular
attendance at these meetings.

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a special and a peculiar one; and it
is illogical to apply a general rule
to a special case. Our people have
declared their allegiance with Republican
and Democratic principles; and the
approaching election is looked forward
to by many of our enemies as a
test of the sincerity of the people
in this matter. I believe that in
general the straight party tickets
should be voted; and the relative voting
strength of the parties should thus
be demonstrated. The "Deseret News,"
this evening strongly recommends
this course.
Feb. 7 Sunday. Attended usual meetings
At the morning Prayer Circle, I 
addressed the meeting by call.
Feb. 8. This is  the election day: and
considerable excitement has been
manifested. I voted the Republican

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Feb. 8 (con)						
		Ticket: not because I am by 
	profession a Republican: for I have 
	not as yet declared my politics
	on either side; but because the
	ticket offered by the Republicans
	comprised, in my opinion, more 
	able and worthy men than did
	the other tickets, Democratic or
	"Liberal." I believe it probable that
	the unprincipled "Liberal" party will
	capture the city: for the town is full
	of transients, apparently here under
	inducement, and judging from the 
	experience of the former election, they
	are here to vote. Nevertheless the
	indicated strength of the Republican
	and Democratic parties will to some
	extent be learned from the election
	I trust our people will not forget
	in the heat of political differences,
	that they are still brethren in the

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92. 	   Gospel. Some have not yet learned
	to give to others absolute religious
	and all other liberty. Mans free-agency
	is universal; and no one should
	seek to compel or coerce another.
Feb. 9. This morning the announcement is
	made of the "Liberal" victory in the
	election yesterday. Twelve City Councilmen,
	and all the other municipal officers
	are in the "Liberal" party. The election
	was won by fraud: nevertheless it is
	regarded as a victory for the party of
	immorality.
Feb.10. In the evening, by special
	appointment, I delivered a lecture
	before the Improvement Associations of
	the Twentieth Ward; subject  "David
	King of Israel." There was an excellent
	attendance and as good a spirit pre-
	vailing throughout the meeting; but,
	why, oh why can we not have fresh

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Feb. 10. con
		air in our meeting houses: es-
	pecially during religious proceedings.
	Tonight, the lamps burned dimly
	for want of oxygen. I have suffered
	so severely from evening meetings
	in which fresh air has been a
	forbidden luxury, that I have
	felt it wisdom to decline giving
	lectures in wards specially notice-
	able for want of ventilation in
	their ward-houses.
Feb. 11 Wife and I attended a pleasant
	Studio reception; tendered by Mr. and
	Mrs. C.E. Dallin. The sculptor, Mr
	Dallin is a very gifted artist; he is
	of Utah birth and early training.
	During the course of his art studies
	abroad he won many lamels. Since
	returning to Utah, he has modeled
	busts of Presidents Woodruff. Carmen
	and Smith; a full figure of Statuette

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of Pres. Brigham Young, and a figure
of the Angel Gabriel, designed for
the East pinnacle of the Salt Lake
Temple. These, and other pieces of his
workmanship were on exhibition today.
Not the least wonderful feature of the
beautiful art of sculpture is the 
extreme simplicity of the tools used.
In clay modelling, Mr Dallin uses
a wooden knife or scalpel only; except
as he remarked to me "My thumb :
which is the chief instrument of my
art." Examining the thumb of his left
hand, I find it strangely developed:
the end joint being very long and broad;
and the mobility of the member is
wonderful. It has been developed so
by use; and wonderful as are its
adaptations, I cannot regard it as
the chief instrument: the artist's brain
is more potent still; the thumb is but a tool

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	the mind is the sculpter after 
all.
Feb. 14. At this time of prevailing illness,
I feel myself incapable of the sensations 
of adequate gratitude for the good health 
that remains with our house. I regret 
that the folks at home - Father's home, 
are seriously ailing. My good Mother, 
and my brothers Albert and George 
have been ill for a week. The telegraphic 
dispatches tell of great suffering in 
the East, particularly from Influenza,
 or La Grippe, which disorder is attend-
ed by very widespread  fatality.
At home we feel well; all thanks are
due, and such be given to the Author 
of Good. Our sons are growing in 
stature, loveliness and lovableness 
every day, and wife is in fair health
Feb. 19, 	Delivered a lecture before the
Students' Society of the Latter-day

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	Saints' College, on "Animal Intelligence"
	I am glad to have an opportunity
	of again attending the Society and
	addressing my old students.
Feb. 20. Administered to Sister Amanda
	Done, wife of my friend and brother,
	Willard Done.
Feb. 21. Sunday. By appointment, Elder
	Bolton and myself officiated today as
	Home Missionaries at Mill Creek; the meeting
	was to me a very interesting one, an
	excellent spirit prevailing throughout. This
	was marked by an impressive and
	attentive silence, and an assistance
	from the people to the speakers. I
	felt well and free while speaking.
	Returning to the city in early evening
	I went at once to the 20" Ward Meeting
	House, and there, according to pre-
	vious appointment delivered a
	lecture on "Atheism and Idolatry."

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Feb.21. cont.  The house was crowded,
with an interested and intelligent  
audience. I trust that good will 
result from the effort; for I felt 
that the Lord directed it. 
Feb. 24. Attended the Home Mission-
ary Meeting at night.
Feb. 25. By request, Elder William Young 
and I administered to Bro. Don 
Carlos Young, who has been a suf-
ferer for weeks, from the prevailing 
illness- Influenza, or La Grippe. 
Feb. 27. Acccording to request and 
previous appointment, Elder Joseph 
Nelson and I went to Farmington 
by evening train, to deliver a lecture, 
illustrated with Lantern Views, on
"A visit to Pompeii a city of the past." 
The large meeting house had been 
provided for the occasion; and it 
was filled. After a lecture we took

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supper at the house of Sister 
Woodruff and daughter: – wife and 
daughter of Prest. Wilford Woodruff.
We stayed during the night at the
house of Bro. and Sister Clark, –
parents of two of our pupils at
the college. A very enjoyable time
was experienced.
Feb. 28., – Sunday. In the morning,
by request we visited the Theological
Class; and I addressed the class. Then
Elder Nelson and I each addressed
the Sabbath School; experiencing
joy in so doing. We took our depart-
ure amid the fervent blessings,
and hearty invocations of our friends,
and boarded the train for Salt Lake
City, arriving just in time for the
2 o'clock Tabernacle services. There
I was called upon to speak: and,
by the help of the Lord's spirit,

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Feb. 28. con.
	I addressed the vast congrega-
tion for an hour and a quarter. The
Tabernacle was well filled; and a spirit
of peace prevailed throughout the
services.
		At night, by appointment,
Elder Romney and I officiated as
Home Missionaries in the 13" Ward.
Bro. Romney has recently returned
from a protracted mission in New
Zealand; and tonight he related
some of his experiences in that
far-off land. By request of the
Bishop, he addressed a few sentences
to the people in the Maori tongue.
I enjoyed my duty in speaking to
the people.
		This has been a busy
day for me, in public speaking;
however, every appointment has come
without my seeking: and I rely upon
God to cause good fruits to result.

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92. March 1. This is Presidents' Woodruff's
birthday; he is eighty-five years old. Being
privileged with an interview with the very
venerable gentleman today, I took oc-
casion to congratulate him on his hale and
hearty condition at so advanced an age.
He looks vigorous; indeed he is vigorous;
but the heavy taxes which his work
is continually lev[--]ing on his strength,
have already produced a visible effect.
In the course of conversation, the matter
of certain recent discoveries of human
remains, said to have been made in some
Indian mounds of Utah received attention.
The President related an instance of his
experience with the Ap Prophet Joseph
Smith. In a certain place in Ohio, the
Prophet and several of his brethren in the
church, including Pres. Woodruff, had as-
cended and explored a mound or knoll.
Coming again to the bottom of the mound.

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March 1. (con) Joseph called on the brethren
to dig in a certain place. Within a
few inches of the surface they uncovered
a human skeleton, well-preserved. The
thigh bone was broken, -- pierced by an
arrow point, which was still imbedded in
the bone. That night the Prophet had
a vision; and the Lord showed him that
the man had been a "White Lamanite" i.e.,
a Lamanite from whom the curse of his
people had been lifted, because of his
righteous deeds; and that he had fallen
in battle, while fighting under command of
Onondagos -- a chief whose name does
not appear in the Book of Mormon.
The name of the man himself was Zelph.
I am sure there are many mounds,
and other similar remains of former
people, <hereabouts> and I wish that proper archaeolog-
ical investigations could be carried on
here in Utah.

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92. In the evening I attended a meeting
	at the Assembly Hall. It was the occasion
	of the Stake Conference of the Young Ladies
	Mutual Improvement Association. Wife May
	gave a recitation with pleasing effect.
	There was an excellent spirit prevailing
	all through the meeting. Sister Lillie Freeze
	sang in tongues; it is said that she spoke
	at a former meeting today under the
	same gift. The testimony of the spirit
	within me was to the effect, that she
	was actuated by a proper influence. A
	partial interpretation was given.
March 2. In the evening, Wife and I
	attended a social gathering at the
	residence of Pres. Joseph F. Smith. It
	was indeed a pleasing occasion. However,
	wife was suffering so severely from an 
	attack of neuralgia, that she was unable
	to remain long. We left the pleasant and
	truly distinguished company with regret.

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March 3. Fast day! – and a day toward
	which wife and I have looked forward
	with great pleasure; for we anticipated
	going to our Ward Fast Meeting together,
	and taking our infant son to be blessed.
	On several occasions during the past month,
	good May has said "Now, you'll try to be
	free from other appointments next Fast-day,
	will you not?" And I have so tried:– and then,
	at last I found it impossible to be
	there, and she had to take the baby
	to be blessed without me. The name bestowed
	on his eighth day was of course repeated.
	(See Dec. 29, 1891; page 115, this book).
	The cause of my absence <from Fast-meeting> was the need
	of my presence at a meeting of the General
	Board of Educators, called by Pres. Woodruff
	for this day at 10 o'clock. I am not a member
	of that Board, but on this occasion I was
	requested to be present. Captain Willard
	Young and I, who have been acting as a

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	Committee to arrange and p[---]nte plans
	for the fuller organizations of Church
	Schools generally, and for the beginning
	of work in the University in particular, sub-
	mitted the results of our work. These
	results appeared in the shape of a
	proposed Circular to be issued by the
	General Board of Education to the
	Church Schools; in which the plan, grades,
	etc. of these schools are treated; and other
	documents. We proposed several somewhat
	radical departures from the original plan
	of the University: most of which will
	not appear before the public till the
	time of the approaching April con-
	ference. All our propositions were adopted.
	This is to me an evidence that we were
	actuated by a proper spirit in our work.
	Indeed, Apostle Lorenzo Snow, and Prest.
	Wilford Woodruff, declared the document
	to be the result of inspiration. At

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	this meeting also, the matter of
my own salary was discussed. It
was decided by unanimous vote, that 
inasmuch as I had left the College
at the instance of the General Board,
that body should assume the res-
ponsibility of my pay. The Board
voted to pay me Two hundred dollars
($200) per month, from the time of my
release till such time as I am formally
engaged by the University Board. This
is at the same rate as I was drawing
in the College service, – $2400 per year:
but I learn that in all probability I shall
receive a smaller percentage of
cash, and a corresponding increase
of "Church pay",– i.e. orders for provisions
etc. in the Tithing Office, than I
have been doing. I have endeavored
to make money a secondary consideration
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I am satisfied with the action taken.
This afternoon, was consummated a plan
that has long claimed my earnest attention
and that of my former associates in
the Faculty of the Latter-day Saints'
College. We deemed it proper to mark
the occasion of the withdrawal of our
veteran teacher Dr Karl G Maeser from
the School-room, by appropriate exercises
in his honor. At 2.30, this afternoon,
the General Board of Educators, with
their families, the former pupils and
associated teachers of Bro. Maeser who
are here in the city, with their families,
and a very few of Bro. Maeser's most
intimate friends residing here, and the
honored guest himself – in all 30, as-
sembled at the Hotel Templeton; and
sat down to a fine banquet. Between
the courses, addresses were delivered.
Pres. Lorenzo Snow spoke to the toast,

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March 3. con. "Our Church School Movement."
	I spoke on the topic "Our Pioneer
	Teacher;" and, as the prime mover
	in this affair, I was chosen to present
	to Dr Maeser an appropriate testi-
	monial of our esteem. He made a
	feeling response.    Pres. Woodruff
	then arose, and spoke words of
	earnest cheer: he pronounced blessings
	on Bro. Maeser, and his associates,
	and prophecied that those who would labor
	earnestly in the Church School cause
	should not lack this world's goods.
	Prest. Joseph F. Smith, and Apostle
	Franklin D. Richards spoke also.
	At 5 o'clock, the company dispersed.
	It was a very pleasing affair: and
	I am happy to be ever so feeble an
	element in contributing to the honor
	of so worthy a recipient. May he
	live long among us.

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92. March 4. – Interviews with the Presidency
on University affairs. Work is progressing.
This evening, at wife's request, I attended
the Ward Party; – i.e. – dancing party,
given under the auspices of the Mutual
Improvement Associations. I mention this
fact, because it is an exception to my
usual custom; for of late years I have
become almost opposed to dances, because
I have seen in so many parties, instances
of ill behavior; and flagrant neglect
of the instructions of the Priesthood. An
effort is proposed, looking to a refor-
mation in parties of the kind in this
ward; and I am glad I showed myself
there tonight.
March 5. Attended morning and afternoon
meetings of the Salt Lake Stake Con-
ference. At the second session, I tendered
a report as Stake Superintendent of
Religion Classes; to which position I was

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	appointed at the Stake Conference
a year ago. The appointment was made by
the Stake Presidency; though, immediately
after it had been made public, one of
the First Presidency of the Church requested
my release, for the reason that I was
then already overburdened with work.
Elders Willard Done, and Joseph Nelson
have been my assistants. With our full
energy we have endeavored to bring the
matter before the people; and to this end
we have visited the wards, and addressed
the people in their ward meetings; and
yet, no fair beginning has yet been
made in the desired work. Many of
the Bishops pronounce the undertaking
impracticable as far as their wards
are concerned. The conditions in this
Stake are somewhat different from
those prevailing elsewhere: and the
Presidency of the Church have expressed

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    themselves to me to the effect that it
would not be wise to force the matter of
Religion Class organizations among the
people. Under these circumstances,
after consultation with the Stake Presidency
I deemed it wise to recommend the discon-
tinuance of the system under its present
organization, and to suggest the release
of the Stake Superintendency. These sug-
gestions were adopted, and myself and as-
sistants were released from the position.March 9. This morning, Captain Young
and I drove to Mill Creek, and visited
the "Cottonwood Seminary" there. The
prime object of our going was to
meet and confer with Brother Maeser,
whom we hoped to find there. In
this, however, we were disappointed.
I had a microscope with me, and
showed some views to the pupils.
Returning to the city we were present

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	by appointment at a meeting with
the First Presidency. The object of this
meeting the consideration of a course
of procedure for the entertainment
of Dr Eliot, President of Harvard
University, which distinguished
gentleman is expected to visit the
city at a very early date.
March 10. Today a meeting was held
at the Templeton Hotel. This meeting
convened in response to a circular
letter of invitation sent out a few
days ago by Captain Young and I,
relative to Pres. Eliot's expected visit
Plans that promise to be satisfactory
were adopted there.
Same day, the Captain and I at-
tended a meeting of the Stake
Board of Education.
March 11. At night, I attended service
at the Jewish synagogue. The

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subject of the sermon was "Hamanism"
and the Rabbi made it an occasion for
a discourse on persecution in general; the
illustrations being almost entirely from Jewish
history. Though complaining of wrongs,
and oppression for his people, the
speaker gave expression to many sen-
timents of common brotherhood and universal
love.	This being Friday evening it marks the
		beginning of the Jewish Sabbath; hence the
		exercises tonight were those of ordinary worship.
March 12. Accompanied a class of
students from the college on a collecting
trip; with good success. I am happy
to be with them again.
In the evening duty called me to
the house of President Wilford
Woodfuff. I found the venerable
gentleman quietly resting after
a days work in his field. This day
being Saturday, it was spent ac-
cording to his custom in manual
labor. He is a type of health and

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heartiness. At the age of 85, with a
life of intense activity behind him,
he still enjoys hard work. I asked
him tonight to tell me the truth
or fallacy of an incident I had
heard, of him. He acknowledged that
truth was at the bottom of it,
though he had no idea the matter
would ever become generally known.
It was this: — A short time ago,
Brother Woodruff was hoeing potatoes
in his garden. One of his grandsons, 
— a strong young fellow, worked
alongside of the President, and
actually kept up with him; in fact,
as Pres. W. remarked to me, "The
young fellow, just as good as beat
me." In speaking to some friends
immediately afterward Bro. Woodruff
remarked, "I feel that I am getting

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	old, and this is the first time in
my life I have ever felt so. Why
a boy actually kept abreast of me
hoeing potatoes."
March 13. Sunday. At the morning Prayer
Circle, I officiated at the Altar. In
the afternoon meeting, by request of my
Bishop, I assisted in administering
the Sacrament. The performance of
this duty afforded me an opportunity
of observing the way in which many
strangers, who were present, regarded the
ordinance. Some of them showed considerable
curiosity: some of them evinced scorn.
One little group appeared very anxious
to ascertain what was served in the
chalices – wine or water; and when one
of them managed to peep into the vessel,
and ascertained that water was the
fluid, the news quickly spread among

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March 13 (con.) 
	the party, and smiles of derision 
were common. Others of the visiting
strangers seemed to regard the ordinance
with reverence, thereby sharing their 
willingness to accord to other worshippers,
the liberty they wished for themselves.
As I brought the sacramental plate to
the end of a seat, a rich-looking,
puffed-up stranger, who had evidently
been made accustomed to the taking up
of collections at religious services, with
a condescending air dropped a dime
in the plate. I whispered to him that
we were distributing, not collecting; 
whereupon he glanced for the first time
at the plate, and then appeared much 
chagrined at his mistake. 
In the evening, Elder Joseph Bull Jr. 
and I officiated as Home Missionaries
in the Ninth Ward. A good time was
experienced at the meeting.

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March 14. Capt. Young and myself
went today eastward on the Rio
Grande Western Railway, for the purpose
of meeting, and escorting to the city
Dr Chas. W. Eliot, President of Harvard
University. A short time ago, the
Presidency of the Church received
information that Pres. Eliot would soon
visit the territory; they immediately
appointed the Captain and myself
a Committee to provide for his
proper reception on arrival, and
entertainment here. We telegraphed
to Pres. Eliot an invitation that he
become the guest of the General
Board of Education of the Church
of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints, while in Utah; he sent back
a ready and grateful acceptance.
We at once issued a circular letter,
and sent the same to a number

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of the leading educators of the territory,
inviting them to a conference. To this,
a number responded; and the body thus
convened, sanctioned the authority of Capt.
Young and myself, as committeemen
for the purpose named. Having
received word from Dr Eliot, that in
all probability he would reach Utah
on the 15" inst., (tomorrow), we set out
today to meet him as before stated.
Our intentions at starting were
to go as far as Pleasant Valley Junction
on the main line; and while awaiting
the west-bound train, to run to Scho-
field, there visiting the Coal Mines.
Just before reaching Pleasant Valley
Junction, however, we learned that
as the trains between that place
and Schofield now run, it would
be impossible for us to make the
trip and return in time for tomorrow's

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	train; so, not liking the idea of remain-
ing at the Junction,– a bleak and
barren place, – we ran on to
Castle Gate. There we visited the Coal
Mines, and succeeded in collecting
a good variety of fossils. I hope by
their aid, that the identification
of the age of the formation may be
determined. We were fortunate in
meeting at Castle Gate, Mr Joseph
Sharp, a friend of the Captain's. He
entertained us in a very hospitable
manner at his house.
March 15. Took early morning
train bound for the west. We soon
found that Pres. Eliot was not on
the train, – <he> having been delayed through
a railway obstruction in Colorado. We
left the train at Pleasant Valley Junction,
intending to wait for the next. By
telegraphing along the line, we learned

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that passengers of the hindered train
could not arrive till tomorrow. Having
countermanded appointments for Pres. Eliot's
stay in Provo, and in Salt Lake today, we
settled ourselves to the fate of spending
an entire day at the Junction
We went upon the hills; but had to
abandon prospecting for specimens,
because of snow and mud. Being here
to receive the President of Harvard
University, we are not in prospecting
attire. Towards afternoon, a snow-storm
arose; and we had to spend most of
the time indoors : we employed it partly
in doing actual work on University 
matters — formulating plans and
resolutions to be submitted to the
General Board of Education; and such
work is our special labor at present. 
At night we learned that the belated 
train might arrive at any time:

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	so we maintained our vigils during
the night.
March 16. At 9 o'clock this morning,
the west-bound train, with Pres. Eliot,
and Mrs. Eliot aboard, reached Pleasant
Valley Junction. We enjoyed a very
pleasant conversation with these dis-
tinguished passengers, on the run
to Provo. I learn that Pres. Eliot is
very anxious to investigate some phases
of "Mormon" life and "Mormon" institu-
tions. Said he, "Gentile cities I can
see elsewhere: I hope to see in
Utah something of the life of the
Latter-day Saints." We reached Provo
at 11.15. At the station we were met
by a committee – Dr Maeser, Prof. Cluff,
and other educators among them.
The party visited the Brigham
Young Academy; and there, Pres. Eliot
addressed the students. He drew

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a very pleasing comparison between
the establishment and development
of the Church School System of the
Latter-day Saints; and the founding
and growth of Harvard University.
He also visited the District Schools,
(Central School House) and the Proctor
Academy. At 1.15, we again took
train: and hastened on to Salt Lake City
We took our guests to the Templeton
Hotel. In the early evening, a
dinner was served in honor of
Pres. Eliot; to which, beside Pres. and
Mrs Eliot, the Church Board of Ed-
ucation was invited. By invitation,
wife and I were present. The banquet
was tendered by Mrs. Precilla Jennings,
at her truly palatial home. It was
in all respects, a truly grand affair. 
At night Pres. Eliot addressed a
very large audience (over 7000 in

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92. number) at the Tabernacle. His
discourse was of a very satisfactory
nature. He seems to be in very truth
an educator; and an educated man,–
for he evinces deep interest in all
topics of importance. He seems well
informed on Utah affairs in general;
and denounced in unmistakable
terms some acts of the federal govern-
ment which partook of the nature
of oppression. He praised the Mormon
people for their industry and thrift.
The musical renditions at the Taber-
nacle were of an excellent order:
and seemed to delight our guests.
March 17. Early this morning, the
Captain and myself were once more in
attendance on our distinguished visitors.
Carriages being provided, we conducted
Pres. and Mrs Eliot to Pres. Woodruff's
office: where they met our President,

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March 17 con.
and a number of our leading brethren.
Then they visited the Tabernacle; there
witnessing for a time, the exercises
of the Relief Society Jubilee, which was
held today. While the party waited
in the Tabernacle, I went to the
stand, and filled an appointment
previously accepted by me on the pro-
gramme, viz: - the reading of a
historical sketch of the Relief
Society Organization, prepared by
some of the Society officers for the
occasion. The party then divided,-
Mrs Eliot, and a few of her lady
friends, driving around the city, under
care of Capt. Young; while Pres Eliot, 
Dr Utter - (the Unitarian minister of
Salt Lake, and a friend of Dr. Eliot's—) 
with Dr. Millspaugh- (the city super-
intendent of District Schools,) were
conducted by myself. We visited the

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92. Fourteenth Ward District School;
and later the University of Deseret.
At each of these institutions, Pres. Eliot
addressed the students. The cadet 
batallion of the University were
paraded with good effect.
	In the afternoon, a special train
conveyed the party ,- with a number
of invited guests, -(in all, two carloads)
to the Salt Lake. They spent a
pleasant hour at Garfield Beach.
Pres. Eliot seemed much impressed
by the appearance of our inland sea. 
Returned to the city in early evening.
At night a public reception was
tendered the guests at the Templeton.
It was a very stately gathering. Some
of the best of musical talent was
exhibited on the occasion: and I am sure
the culture of Salt Lake's people did not
appear to disadvantage.

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		By early morning train; Pres.
and Mrs. Eliot, Capt. Young and myself
started for Logan. We arrived at 3 p m:
and were met at the depot by Apostle
Moses Thatcher and a number of
other distinguished gentlemen. A quick
drive was made to the Brigham Young
College, where Pres. Eliot addressed the
students: Then the Agricultural College was
visited; and there the President spoke again.
An inspection of the buildings followed. In the
early evening the party dined at the beautiful
residence of Apostle Moses Thatcher. At night
a meeting was held at the Tabernacle; and
President Eliot spoke to the very large audience.
This being probably the last public meeting
among our people which he will address in
the course of his present tour, it was
deemed fitting that an expression of 
satisfaction and esteem be made toward him.
Apostle Thatcher delivered an eloquent

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tribute of thanks in behalf of the schools
and people of Logan: then I responded to
call, and thanked the President and Mrs. 
Eliot for their visit, among us, in behalf
of the people generally, and of the General
Board of Education of the Church
particularly.
		Capt. Young and myself
were entertained at the house of his 
sister — Mrs. George W. Thatcher.
March 19. Our entire party took early
train for Ogden, arriving near 10 o'clock. 
We were met at the station by Apostle
Richards and wife, Pres. Shurtliff of the
Weber Stake, and several other members
of the Stake Board of Education, and other
prominent ladies and gentlemen. Car-
riages were provided, and the party was
driven about the town, visiting buildings
and other places of interest. The chief
school buildings were inspected; but

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		this day being Saturday,– the
weekly holiday,– the pupils were
not in attendance. In the afternoon
the party together with a number of
Ogden's citizens, dined at the Reed
Hotel. Pres. and Mrs Eliot then bade adieu
to Utah, and took the 2 o'clock train
for the West. I hope these distinguished
travellers will meet with as hearty a reception
wherever they go, as has been accorded
them in Utah. All sects and parties have
united to do the President of Harvard
fitting honor; and the only eliment of
bitterness at all apparent was manifested
through the columns of the "Tribune" That
disreputable paper assailed Dr Eliot in a
most vituperative manner: its abuse
of him was dastardly; at times it
approached profanity and blasphemy.
The secret of the trouble is, Pres. Eliot
has been in wrong hands – from the

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92. "Tribune" point of view; and, moreover,
he spoke of justice and equity toward
the people of Utah; and recommended
that they receive the broadest pos-
sible liberty, consistent with the Con-
stitution of our Country. All of this
doctrine is very distasteful to the
"Tribune." Dr Eliot himself seems
rather pleased than otherwise at
the treatment; at least he seems
to take pleasure in the distinction
thus created between himself and many
men whom the foul "Tribune." has
treated as its pets. The "Herald" and the
"News" have been very courteous in their
utterances regarding the distinguished
educator.
		It has long been my desire to
travel toward the western shores of our
great continent. All my wanderings
heretofore have been toward the East:
but now an opportunity of going with the

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March 19. (con.)			18
sun presents itself. Bro. Charles R.
Savage of Salt Lake City is about to
visit San Francisco, and other places
on the coast, for the purpose of securing
photographs of the most interesting
points. He is fortunate in holding a
pass over the railroads for himself
and one. He extended an invitation to me
to join him: Pres. Woodruff advised me
to go, and thus extend my observation
and experience by travel in an unknown
part. So today we started: Bro Savage
meeting me, according to previously
made arrangements, at Ogden. We took
passage via the Southern Pacific Ry:-
on the train with Pres. and Mrs. Eliot.
The region traversed during the latter
part of the afternoon was very barren.
March 20 Sunday. During the early part of
the day we were hastening over the wilds
of Nevada.– a barren tract. The entire

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state of Nevada is a poverty stricken
place; and at presents holds many
thousands fewer people than are living
in Salt Lake City alone; yet Nevada
is a State, with ample representation
in Congress; while Utah is a dependency,
and a subject for despotic treatment.
By now we were arriving the snows of 
the Sierras, amidst the stately pine
forests of California.  There are about 40
miles of snow sheds, - almost continuous
along the road.  The momentary glimpses
of the ---t-y landscape caught through 
the cracks in the sheds were very
beautiful.  As we descended the western
slope the Placer Gold Diggings could be
seen; the country being cut up most
roughly.  Dutch Flat is a pretty little
place, in the heart of the diggings.  The
desent from snow to leaves, from winter
to summer I was most rapid. Within

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March 20. (con)
		     an hour after leaving the
snow, we were amidst trees and shrubs,
in leaf and blossom, with verdure and grass
all about us ; and half a hour longer
brought us to the fig trees in flower,
and oranges hanging ripe and ready for
plucking, upon the trees. The beautiful
mangarita shrub was in blossom; cypresses
and many trees to me now, strange, and beautiful
were to be seen.	He reached San Francisco 
just before midnight. Bro. Savage and
I took a room at the Brooklyn Hotel
on Bush Street.
			At the station I bade
adieu to President Eliot and wife : they were
received there by a delegation of California 
educators. In the course of the ride, yesterday
and today, Pres. Eliot has conversed with
me much concerning Utah and her people.
He seems sincerely interested in the
subject. He recommended to me that

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some good scholar and educator, with
leisure and inclination for the work. be
invited to visit Utah and make a fuller
study of her institutions than his own
(Dr Eliot's) limited time will permit
him to do. "He named for this under-
taking, Dr Andrew Dickinson White,
ex-Presdient of Cornell University This sug-
gestion appeared to me to be a very
happy and proper one, for, just
before I left Salt Lake City, I met for a
very few minutes, this same Dr White; and
from a brief conversation with him I learned
of his desire to return to Utah ( he is
compelled to hasten away now) and
observe her people. Pres. Eliot stated, that
in asmuch as the present attitude and
past efforts of the "Mormon" Church
toward education are most commendable
he hopes to see these facts brought
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March 20. Sunday, (con),
	suggests the publication of an article on
a series of articles on some such topic
as "What the Mormon Church has done
for education " Such articles should be
written by a recognized educator in the
country: and Dr White or Prof John Friske
were named, as suitable for the work.
Pres. Eliot offered to cooperate with me
in finding these gentlemen. 
March 21. Rose early; and under Bro.
Savage's guidance I commenced my
sight seeing in San Francisco The
Cable Street Car system is a very efficient
one. During the morning I left Bro. Savage,
and went to 1217 Lombard St., there
meeting for the first time  during the
last 17 years, my fathers sister - my Aunt
Bessie. She has now a family of six:
and I was gladly received and heartily
welcomed by these cousins and by my

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Aunt. Her husband - John Rawbison,
was not at home. I hope to see
him before I return home. Aunt
Bessie seems deeply troubled because
of her husband's indifference toward
religious matters. She has within her
a hunger and thirst for the gospel, 
and being opposed by her husband,
and cut off by separating distances
from the people of the Church, she
gives herself up to spiritualism and
other such dangerous speculations.
Last night, so she told me, she visited
a Spiritualist medium, and was
informed that today a great and
pleasing surprise would occur to her;
and that some points which had long
troubled her mind would be cleaned up. 
My visit, and the conversation which took 
place on family affairs, seemed to
fulfill the promise: and so it was,

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March 21:(con)
			that I, who have warned
her of spiritualistic delusions, became
one of the chief instruments in fulfilling
a spiritualistic prophecy. My visit
was shortened through another engage-
ment, but I hope to return to the
house before I leave California
I spent the afternoon in writing. I com-
municated with Pres. Woodruff, reporting
to him the suggestions of Dr Eliot.
In the evening Bro. Savage conducted 
me through the part of the city known 
as "China-town". This visit was a continuous
series of revelations to me. The Chinese
habits seem all maintained; and one
has a splendid opportunity of studying
the Mongolians here at home. Their shops,
eating houses, drug stores, theaters, etc. etc.
were entrancingly interesting. I wish
to visit the place again before going home.
Our road then took us along by some

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of the houses of prostitution: and
there, within the windows, soliciting
passers - by were scores of half clad
and painted courtesans, each in an
apartment by herself. Such devilish
traffic is a blot to the present age.
'Tis in such occurences that one sees
the degredation of woman: and still more
strongly shorn to the reflecting mind,
the degredation of man; for man should
be the leader, the guide, the protector
of woman: and though  she may Fall, 
she does it oftentimes solely to gratify
him. Let man rise above the lusts of
the flesh, and woman will not be eager
to prostitute herself to him.
	Bro. Savage and I stepped into one of
the common theatrical halls. Everything
there shown was coarse and unelevating; 
and young men and boys were congregated
there by hundreds.

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March 22. Rose early: took breakfast at the
"Fish Market" - a very extensive establish-
ment. Our first visit for sight- seeing 
purposes was to the Golden Gate Park. -
a magnificently appointed garden. The 
shrubs, trees, and flowers are in a flourish-
ing condition. It is truly a beautiful
place. The Conservatory of flowers within
the park is grand. The different rooms 
are kept at carefully regulated degrees
of temperature: and within these flourish
plants of temperate, semitropical, and 
torrid zones. Here I saw for the first time
in my life, the beautiful banana tree,
in fruit. A number of plants in a 
flourishing state were suspended by
wires, except the small quantity of earthy
matter entangled between the roots. One
such cluster of air plants was rooted
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the Park brought us to the beach; and here
I obtained my first glimpse of the
mighty Pacific. We visited the Cliff House; 
and enjoyed the beauties of Sister Heights:
but the greatest charm for me lay in the
beauties of the beach. The tide being low
I was able to stroll among the rocks
which at times of high water one entirely
submerged: and there I found four kinds
of algae, (sea weeds): also anemnies, mussels,
limpets, and both acorn barnacles and
stalked barnacles. I hope to make some
collections before I go home.		At night,
Bro. Savage left me; <he> to make a friendly
personal call: and I indulged in another
stroll of inspection through "China-town" 
I was fortunate in getting a conversation
with a member of the city police force:
who gave me a number of interesting items
of information regarding the Chinese people
of the city.

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		Made an early start in a trip
down the coast. It was an interesting sight,
– San Francisco first awakening.	The
ferry - boat ride across the Bay was
inspiring: the early morning touch 
upon everything was enchanting.
The train leading from Oakland was
well filled with passengers, but I notice that
no tickets or fares were collected till the
train had gone far beyond the city limits,
though people left the train along the
road. Enquing  brought forth the information
that the charter of authority under which
the Railroad Company operates forbids the
Company changing for transportation within
certain limits,	We took the road south-
ward by way of San Jose. The orchards
were full of blossoms: cherry, pear, apple,
peach, and plum: with stately date palms,
(which, however, do not fruit here) : California
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92. trees, and impressive Norfolk Island
pines.   Whole hedges of beautiful Calla lillies
are to be seen: and children often carry
handfuls of these pine blossoms: — at home
they sell at a quarter of a dollar per
blossom. Magnificent oak trees are
common: many of them heavily encumbered
with mistletoe.   Many of the larger trees
are covered with moss. Olive orchards
are common. The yellow eschscholzia or
California Poppy is very abundant.
The country is a carpet of greenery, except
where relieved by the more brilliant
hues of flowers. I am informed, however,
that the Autumn is characterized by dry –
ness, and consequent absence of of rich verdure.
Squirrels are common in the fields: they must
be a nuisance to the farmers. We went to 
the southern terminus of the line — to
Santa Margarita, – a small town. Stopped
at the Southern Pacific Hotel: – a

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			  rather poor hostelry.  This
entry for the day I make while sitting
in the bar-room of the so-called hotel;
amidst the noise of drinkers and in clouds
of vile tobacco smoke. These sudden changes
in circumstances are interesting: they
produce the variety, which is the
reputed "spice of life".
March 24. Rose early: and found the ground
covered with hoar frost. I am surprised
at the low temperature here in California,
for my expectations had caused me to
look for warmer climes. I am informed,
however, that the present cool "spell"
is unusual: and farthermore, Santa Margarita
is at considerable elevation, and is conse-
quently cooler than <are> lower situations. Took
an early walk among the copses and
forests. The heavy dew – Fall is remarkable.
Many of the white oak trees are first
beginning to "bud: yet most of them appear,

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from a distance, as if in full foliage
because of the heavy growth of epiphytes
upon them. Very large galls abound on 
the trees. The dead limbs are all perforated
by woodpeckers: and in many of the 
holes acorns can be seen. The gay
tap-tap of these industrious carpenters
can be heard throughout the woods. Beside
the woodpecker, meadow-lark, blackbird,
(3 kinds), rails, magpies, crows, hawks 
eagles, 3 kinds of smaller birds, and a 
bittern were seen during our walk. 
At 9.30 a. m, we took train, and soon
arrived at San Miguel. The principal
point of attraction here is the old Catholic
Mission: which we learned was founded
in 1798. It is situated on the Salinas 
river. At this place, good Bro. Savage
began his photographic work: taking
in all 9 views of the place. By permission
of the custodian we were admitted to the

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March. 24, (con.)
		 church. Friend Savage was very
desirous of taking a stereoscopic view
of the long and dilapidated corridor, which
forms the main part of the Mission build-
ings, excepting the Church. To make the
picture more expressive and realistic;
that indefatiguable artist wanted the
good Padre himself to be called out: but
His Reverence was not at home. Nothing
daunted, Bro. Savage bluntly asked the
custodian (a kind and obliging Italian
woman, seemingly a relative of the Priest)
if she could not find a cowl for the occasion
The woman-in-charge readily consented; and
I being chosen to take the part of the priest
pro tempore, she soon had me dressed in
the robes of good Padre Franchi. The
camera was then put to work. The old
mission is a picturesque building of by-
gone days. The dilapidated adobe wall
which once formed the outer enclosure,

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is now cut through by the railway: and
a pleasing story is told of the opposition
offered to the project when the railroad
was being constructed. The priest, followed
by a number of devout Catholics, came
forth in his robes, <with the crucifix in front> muttering incantations
and execrations against the workmen,
and seemingly hopeful that some
supernatural agency would interpose
to prevent the desecration of the sacred
grounds. The Irish foreman of the
gang called out to the priest, "Holy
Father, you'd better look out, the blast
is laid, and the fuse is lighted." The padre
became frightened: he forgot his devotions,
and his claims to divine protection, and
ignominiously took to his heels.
[The following is written sideways in left margin next to above paragraph]
This story was told us by Mr. Hasburgh — one of the agents and a general
official of the Southern Pacific Railway, Co.
[Resume original text layout]
While awaiting the train, we visited the
Salinas river, and explored for a short time
its sandy bed. I found a beautiful specimen
of sand spider; which lived in a hole,

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	lying in wait for prey. Took also a num-
ber of "Sand-hoppers" - insects not before
known to me. They are so perfectly colored
like unto the sand, as to deceive the ob-
server completely. They can only be dis-
cerned by their motions. Indeed, even after
capturing several, and until leisure permitted
a more detailed examination, I thought the
little creatures had sand particles stuck
to their backs. --  So does Nature protect
her weak ones.			San Miguel is
a dry spot. I learned from the station
agent, - who, by the way, - is constituted by
the Railroad Company as a meteorological
observer, that the total rainfall in the
town since November 1, last, has been
but 4.51 inches. He says rain often falls
north and south of the town, while the
place itself is still left in drought. 
It is warm here,  a strong contrast
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92 Margarita. The agent says, last week the
temperature was registered at 92°F., in the
shade.
	By afternoon train, we retraced a
part of our course, and stopped at El
Paso de Rubles; or; as it is usually
designated Paso Robles (with very short
accent on second syllable of first word.)
A pretty place, with a euphonious name,
the latter meaning "The Passage of the
Oaks," or, as we would say in our
lacomi English, "Oak Pass." The
chief attractions here, are hot sulphur
springs, and mud springs: both
used for bathing. We stopped at the
Alexander House,- a clean and simple
hotel.
March 25  During early morning the
sky at Paso de Robles was overcast, and,
to me there seemed to be every in-
dication of rain. The temperature was
low (42°): I used my overcoat with comfort.

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Mar. 25:(con) The people of the place,
however seemed not at all cheered
by the cloudy appearances; and I found
such deceptive promises are common
hereabouts. By 8 o'clock the fogs had
lifted; the clouds had gone: and the sun
was shining with heated fury. Everything
here seems dry: yet the waters of the
Salinias river flow onward unused.
The country would be most productive,
if water could be got for it. It seems to
me that the people partake in a
small degree of the indolence common
to warm climes; there being no winter
to fear, they seem to live with little
care for the future. The region of
southern California is comparatively
nonproductive. Not a garden spot,
or a well kept field is to be found.
The towns are full of idle non-producers.
There is great contrast between the northern

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   and southern parts of this great state.
Bro. Savage took a number of photo-
graphs in Paso Robles; then we took
train for San Jose, arriving late in
afternoon. This is a prosperous town,
apparently an important place in
the fruit industry. The gardens and
fields about this place are green
and flourishing. The pepper tree
grows here to great size: I saw some
even 25 feet high. We spent the
evening looking about the town.
Today I have been somewhat
ill;  suffering probably from the
sudden and strange changes of
temperature and other climatic conditions
At San Jose we stopped at
the Eureka Hotel.
March 26. Spent early part of  day enjoying
the beautiful gardens and cool
sequestered spots of San Jose. Then took

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Mar. 26. (con.)
		train for Monterey, arriving at 1 p. m.
As the train approached the town, we
obtained a beautiful view of the ocean.
Within 20 minutes after alighting from
the cars at Monterey, we were on the
beach, examining the specimens cast
up by the sea; and it being then low
tide we were advantageously situated.
The numerous zoophytes were beautiful:-
anemones of all sizes from that of a
pea to that of human head abounded:
some contracted, others in various degrees
of expansion. Hermit crabs in univalve
mollusc shells were plentiful: and
crabs of many species were seen and
collected. Found a tiny medusa, cast
upon the shore. Took eight different
kinds of Asterias, and some Echinis.
Mollusc shells abounded: among them
the beautiful Abalone, or East shell.
I made many collections. Sea weeds

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92.    of many kinds attracted attentions:
from the fairy-like feathery leaves. to
huge trunks, 3 inches in diameter, and
floating stems, 40 feet in length.
The rocks on the shores were covered
with mussels and barnacles. I
found some of the anemones with
half digested remains of huge crabs
within them. I took from the cavity
of one of these zoophites, the largest
claw of crab I have ever seen.
Saw many evidences of the bowing
of wood by the destructive Terido
worm; obtained a piece of wood,
literally honey-combed by this
injinious carpenter. Took also
numerous specimens of soft
shore rock, bored by mussels;
in some of the cavities the shells
of the borers still remained
On the beach I took a number

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Mar. 26: (con)
		of elongated, white, and soft
bodies; something like an enormous
slug, (with eye stalks and head
retracted); these were new to me:
but the people of the neighborhood
call them squid eggs. Obtained
also from beach the vertebra
of a whale; and a rib of the same
huge creature. The vertebra I shipped
home for the Deseret Museum, sending
also two boxes of other specimens: and
the rib, (which weighs about 400 lbs.)
I left in charge of the station agent
for subsequent shipment. As night
approached, a rain storm came up:
Friend Savage and I found shelter
and comfortable quarters at the
Pacific Ocean Hotel. All night, the
roar of the surf could be heard from
the hotel.		The San Francisco

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92. papers of yesterday and today
have contained many references
to President Eliots' visit to Salt
Lake City, and particularly his
utterances in the large Tabernacle,
on March 16 (see p. 188, 189 this book.)
The course of the disreputable
Salt Lake "Tribune" - in attacking
Dr Eliot because he ventured to 
say that the Latter-day Saints
were good citizens and entitled to 
impartial consideration and treatment
before the law, -- has been followed
by numerous other papers. Despatches
from Cambridge, Mass; say that 
whole Harvard, and indeed the
entire state are aroused over his
statements. A leading Professor of
Harvard is quoted as declaring
that Dr Eliot must have forgotten
himself to make even a remote

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comparison between the Puritan
Fathers, and the "beastly" Mormons," "To -
day's San Francisco "Examiner" says that
Dr Eliot was interviewed by a reporter of
that paper on the matter: and that
he (Eliot) declared that he had said
in Salt Lake City all that the papers
credited him with: and that all
such is true. He also denounced the
reported remarks of the Harvard
Professor as abound. The San Fran-
cisco "Chronicle" is extreme in its
unwarranted strictness on Pres. Eliot:
but then the "Chronicle" has always
been insanely vituperative in its utter-
ances on the "Mormon" subject I rejoice
that Pres. Eliot has taken the stand
he did: and more, that he maintains
it so stoutly. He believes in fair
play to all people.

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March 27 Sunday. Took morning
walk through the grounds of the Hotel
del Monte, - surely one of the most
beautifully arranged gardens I have
ever seen. Flowers, shrubs, trees,
evergreens, and everything that is
beautiful or odd among plants are
here brought together. The artistic
taste displayed in the arrangement
of the grounds is superb. Art is
made to and Nature therein: and
such art is true art. In those
gardens, I saw the Arizona Yaut
or Bayonet Plant, (which, by the way
I saw in better growths in the Grand
Cañon of the Colorado several years
ago): it was just bursting into
blossom, and had therefore sent
up from the cluster of spear like
leaves a thick and fleshy flower
stalk; truly prodigious in size

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March 27: (con)				18
		compared with the leaves of
the plant. That great and beautiful
growth is really the last effort
of the plant: for after the flowering
and fruiting processes are over, the
plant soon dies.
	We then took a tour through
the Chinese village of Monterey,-
a truly typical place. The Mongol-
ians there live in squalled con-
tentment; seemingly happy; and
apparently without ambition beyond
eating to live, and living to eat.
Ambition, indeed, scarcely is conducive
to contentment and comfort. We saw
some of the Chinese engaged in
gathering mussels, star fish, and
sea urchins from the rocks: while
others were busy cooking these
products of the sea: while others

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busied themselves in drying fish,
or perhaps in mending nets,
or reparing boats for another
days cruise. Just outside the village
we found heaps of shells, suggestive
of the Kitchen – middens of Northern
Europe: and among these I found,
(and of course carried off) a number
of good specimens of mollusc
shells. 
	  Brother Savage had desired
to take photographs in the neigh -
borhood of Monterey, but the heavy
storm of last night: and the shrubry
and uncertain state of the weather
today dissuaded him: so, we
took train in afternoon, and returned
to San Jose. There we resumed our
old room at the Eureka Hotel.
In the evening we attended
a meeting of the Salvation Army;

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March 27. (con)				18
			This truly remarkable
organization, has new branches
throughout Europe and America. I
watched with care the methods
of their proceedings: and studied
some of the results of their work.
Their strong hold on their followers
lies in the enthusiasm with which
all members of the army become
imbued. As for doctrines, they seem
to have none. Their preaching is all
exhortation, and requests for money.
Yet they reach a stratum of
society not ordinarily touched by
religious bodies: Amongst the audience
tonight, were many of the seemingly
low. Their worship is not founded
on reason: it is the fruit of enthusiasm
which in some instances is extreme.
Yet I wish them well in their
efforts.

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March 28.	It was in the plan
of our course to go from San Jose
to Mount Hamilton, – a 25 mile ride
by stage, – there to visit the justly
famous Lick Observatory, with its
huge telescope, – the largest in–
strument of the kind in the
world. However, we saw yesterday,
that the heavy storm which had
manifested itself by rain in the
valleys, had shown its energy by
heavy snow falls on Mount Hamilton.
This would materially interfere with
the success of a pilgrimage to
the shrine of astronomical research,
especially as one object of the
intended visit, was to enable Bro.
Savage to photograph the
observatory and instruments: he
is not desirous of taking snow pictures
We therefore abandoned the project; and

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March 28: (con.)					18
			    decided to return at once
to San Francisco. Arrived at 10 o'clock:
again took rooms at the Brooklyn
Hotel. Was gratified in receiving a letter of
recent date (26 inst.) from home, with news
that all was well at the time of writing
with wife and babies. A previous communication
from May had been sent after me south,
and during the day I learned that that
letter and some others have been sent back
to Salt Lake City.		During afternoon I
called on Herbert Rawlinson, – Aunt Bessie's
son by a former husband: I left the
boy in England 16 years ago, and have
not seen him during the interval. Called 
also in John Rawlinson, – Aunt Bessie's hus -
band. He seems to be nonprogressive in
aim and purpose. At present he is a
porter in a large warehouse: and is
apparently satisfied to remain in all
things as he is. His dislike for anything

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associated with Mormonism is intense
I called on these two - Uncle John and
Cousin Herbert, at their places of
business: then I went to Aunt Bessie's
home, and spent rest of afternoon and
early evening with herself and family.
The cross of her life – caused by disagreement
between herself and husband on religious
matters, – has been a heavy one. I trust
that God will aid her to bear it
nobly.
	  At night, Bro. Savage and I paid
another visit to "Chinatown." This
time we obtained the services of
a Chinaman as guide: and he led
us into many queer places. Restaurants
of all classes, from the upper tone
to the filthy eating shops were visited
Then the workshops of jewellers – it is
strange with how dim a light those
artisans work, – drug stores,– shoe shops,

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		and the like. We followed our guide
through dark passages and duty subways,
to a filthy little den, where through dense
and stinking fumes, half a dozen chinamen
could be seen lying on benches or bunk,
dazed over opium pipes. This vice is
carried by the Mongolians of San Francisco
to a fearful extent. We visited two Juss
Hinses : in one of which ceremonial
rites were in progress. The music of the
exercises is very wierd and harsh; gongs and
bells, and cymbals, with many other in-
struments which are operated by beating
unite their discordant notes. Before
the main shrine or Juss, an oil lamp
is kept continually burning: besides
such, a dozen other shrines were situated
in various parts of the room, and before
each a slow fire was burning. In many
cases this fire was but a slow smoldering
fuse, or perhaps a lit of sandalwood. The

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Priest supported by two assistants and a
couple of boys, muttered discordant chantings,
at intervals rising and bowing to the Joss.
The similarities between this primitive
form of worship, and the ceremonies of
the Roman Catholic Church are striking.
Our Mongolian guide then led us through
a succession of dark lanes and narrow
passages, and showed us some of
the poorest and filthieset quarters of
the town. Though some of the scenes
were actually revolting, I am not
sorry to have gained this experience
		—————————
Here ends my Private Journal,
Volume 5. It dates from July
27, 1891 and was begun in Rome.
		—————
	San Francisco Cal.
			March 28, 1892;
		J. E. Talmage.
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6



		   Private Journal
			   Vol. 6
	    March 29, 1892 - March 7, 1893
			J. E. Talmage

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Private
	Journal
	  of
James E. Talmage:
	Volume 6.
 Commenced, – March 29, 1892
			at
  San Francisco: California:
Ended: – March 7, 1893.
		at Salt Lake City Utah

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1/
	Private Journal.
		Volume VI
				J.E.Talmage.

San Francisco, California;
	March 29, 1892.
Volume 5 of my Journal is filled.
That book contains an account
of my doings from July 27, 1891 to
March 28, 1892 inclusive. As I
write this initial entry in a new
book I find myself located in
San Francisco California, at the Brook-
lyn Hotel, Bush Street, in company
with Brother Charles R. Savage of
Salt Lake City, with whom I have been
for a few days past, on a tour of
California. He is engaged in taking
photographs of places of interest: and
I am studying the country. We
are now on the eve of returning home.
	By early train we went south

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Mar. 29. (con.)		  2/ 		18
to Palo Alto, the seat of the new,
and already famous "Leland Stan-
ford Jr. University." At the time of our
arrival at the town, a very heavy
rain-storm was in progress: Bro.
Savage remained at the stature, and
I walked out to the University. The
institution is a very extensive one:
already about 500 students have been
enrolled. I was struck with the
extreme simplicity of the architecture
of the buildings. Nothing has been
neglected in the way of convenience,
and solidity: and very little has been
devoted to display. The lecture rooms,
offices, laboratories, libraries Etc; in fact
all the working rooms of the University
are arranged about a quadrangle,
with an inner corridor extending
all round.  The Museum building,
machine shops Etc, are situated without
the enclosed quadrangle: and they too
are striking in their simplicity. I

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presented myself at the Registrar's office
and was very courteously received. The
main object of my visit was to
make certain enquiries respecting the
whereabouts of Dr Andrew D. White, ex-
President of Cornell University. By
courtesy of those in charge. I was enabled
to visit the Laboratories, and other rooms
of interest in the University.
	At Menlo Park, while waiting for
the train, I examined a Century Plant,
(Agave Americana) which has recently
blossomed, and which, of course, is now
apparently dying. The flower stalk
of this beautiful plant is fully 25
feet high, and 7 inches in diameter at
the base. This immense outgrowth is
all the product of a single season.
Wonderful, indeed it is, that the plant
should suddenly awaken from its
state of slow, and seemingly sluggish
growth, to a condition of miraculously
rapid development; in the consummation

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Mar .. 29: (con.)		4'/ 		18
 of its life purpose - flowering and
fruiting. A majestic red-wood tree
loomed up in truly awful grandeur.
We reached San Francisco on our
return trip at 4 p m. After attending
to a few matters of interest, we took
the evening train, Southern Pacific
Railway, eastward bound. This entry <(pages 2,3,4)>
I make, holding the book upon my
knee while sitting in the train at
Oakland pier, awaiting the time of
departure.	Persistent storms, which
interfere materially with Bro. Savage's
projects of photography, and with
my travels and observations, have
caused us to cut short out visit, and
to return home at once.
March 30 Travelling rapidly homeward.
The 40 miles of snow sheds along the
line of the Southern Pacific road, on
the western slope of the Sierras, were
passed during the night; and at daybreak
we found ourselves traversing snow-fields

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92.

at Trucker, the freshly fallen snow was
fully 10 inches deep. Leaving Wadsworth,
we started eastward over the long desert:
but by our rapid and comfortable means of
travel, it can scarcely be said to be dreary
any longer. We traversed thirty miles of it
while eating breakfast, - as fine a meal as
could be served in a hotel, - and all spread
on wheels. Soon the snow was behind us: the
desert is sandy, and barren but for the
bunches of sage brush, which are mounted
each on a hillock — caused by the blowing
away of the sand in surrounding regions,
where this shifting substance is not
held by the roots of the sage. At long intervals
we passed section houses, for the railroad men.
Tis a dreary place in which to live. Heavy
hail storm during the day. As we approached
the eastern side of the desert, snow was again
encountered.
[The following is written sideways in left margin next to above paragraph]
Bro. Savage's reckoning of the distance covered on our trip
places it at 2400 miles.
March 31. Reached home about 11 a.m: Was delighted
to find all at home well. Wintry weather here.
Busy during day at Museum and College. Had

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March 31: (con)		[-]		18

an interview with the Presidency of the
Church relative to educational matters.
April 2.  In the afternoon I attended a meeting
of the Board of Trustees of the "Young 
University." The proposition now is to the
effect that the Church itself found a University,
to be probably known as "The University of
the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints." Though all concerned seem desirous
that the name of President Brigham
Young should be commemorated in
honor, yet, it appears reasonable that
no other power than the Church itself
should found the highest educational
institution of the Church.
	After this meeting a session of
the General Board of Education was
held: at this I was present by request.
Then followed a Committee meeting and
Conference between a committe ap-
pointed from among the Board of Education:
(on this Committee I also was appointed.)
and representatives of the Brigham Young

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College of Logan: and the Brigham
Young Academy of Provo:  which institu-
tions offer propositions and protests
on certain regulations promulgated by the
General Board.
April 3:  Sunday.		At 9 a.m, the Com-
mittee last referred to, resumed its session. 
The chief point at issue is, that the
Brigham Young Academy claims the 
right to bestow the degree created by 
the General Board of Education for its
graduates in Academic courses.  This
claim appears to be founded in very bad
taste : and it was certainly urged with
ill-considered ardor.  The decision of the
Committee was that the request could
not be granted at present.  I think it possible
that the time may come when the power
to issue diplomas conferring degrees may
be delegated to certain of our leading
educational institutions; but I share the
opinion of the Committee, that that time
has not yet come.	This meeting ended.

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April 3: (con.)			
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at 11.30: the entire Committee then went
to the Tabernacle and reported to the 
Presidency, and the Board of Education. 
The meeting at the Tabernacle was the 
opening session of the Sixty-second
Annual Conference of the Church.  In
spite of the disagreeable weather - a
mixture of rain, hail, sleet, snow, and mud,-
a very full attendance was noted.	Attended,
the afternoon sessions of Conference; and the
evening Conference of the Deseret Sunday
School Union.  At the evening meeting the
truly beautiful singing was an attractive 
feature:- the Juvenile Choir -  500 voices under
the management of indefatiguable Bro. Stephens,-
drew great, and well-deserved praise.
April 4.	At the morning session of
Conference, educational matters formed
an important subject of treatment.  By
request, I read before the Conference the
Circular No. 8., of the General Board of
Education.  Capt. William Young then offered
a motion, that a Committee of five be

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92.				9.
appointed to present resolutions relative to
the establishment of the Church University.
At the afternoon session the Committee was 
appointed; it consisted of Capt. Young: Karl
G. Maeser, J E Talmage, James Sharp, and 
Benj. Cluff Jr: – this being the order of 
appointment. The committee met during the
afternoon, and prepared the resolutions. The
regular afternoon session of Conference was
a memorable one. Each of the First Pres-
idency of the Church spoke; and each
spoke with the fire of inspiration- The 
general subject was the inattention of the
people regarding counsel from the Author-
ities, and the dangers of dissention- par-
ticularly such as arises from political
differences. 
April 5. Our Committee reported to the
Conference at morning session, a
resolution to the effect that the
unincorporated body of religious worshippers
known as the Church of Jesus Christ
of Latter-day Saints, formally request the

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April 5, (con)			
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presiding offices of our church, viz,
the First Presidency and Twelve, to
take immediate steps to found an institu-
tion of learning of high grade, to be
officially known as the University of
the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints: but to be commonly known and
designated by us as the Church University.
This was carried by the people, through
a unanimous and a decided vote.
Both morning and afternoon sessions of
Conference today were marked by strong
and fervent addresses by the General
Authorities In the evening I attended the
Priesthood Meeting -- also a meeting
remarkable for the fervor of the instructions.
April 6. This day marks the anniversary
of the organization of the Church, -- which
took place 62 years ago. It is a day
long to be remembered. At the morning
session of conference, the people were
seated in  solemn assembly, according
to the order of their standing in the

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Church: each quorum of the Priesthood,
occupying distinct positions. At 11.15 the
immense congregation filed out of the Tabernacle,
and in procession proceeded to the Temple
grounds; and there, with ceremonies deeply
impressive, the Cap Stone of that mighty
edifice was laid. The act of laying the
stone was performed by President Woodruff,
through the agency of electricity – the
stone being suspended above its place,
and, as the venerable President pressed
the button, a catch was released, and
the topmost stone of the Temple fell
into position. Within the stone were
placed a copper plate, gold covered, and
engraved with historical data regarding
the temple, and the Church. After
the stone was laid, President Lorenzo
Snow led the people in a sacred
shout, "Hosannah! Hosannah! Hosannah!
to God and the Lamb: Amen, Amen,
and Amen! this being repeated three
times with increasing force; each shout

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April 6: (con.)					12. 		18
being accompanied by the waving of
handkerchiefs, except when the sacred
names "God and the Lamb" were spoken.
Fully 40 000 were assembled: the Temple
Block was filled with the multitudes,
and when the shout of "Hosannah"
went forth, its reverberations were
deafening. Beautiful music, some of the
pieces being specially composed for the
occasion, characterized the proceedings.
The "News" this evening gives a very
full and a very accurate account of the
exercises: so I do not write in full.
	Before adjournment, Pres. Geo. Q. Cannon
stated that the First Presidency and
Twelve accepted the instructions of the 
Conference relative to the founding of 
a Church University and would endeavor
to carry the work into effect without
delay.	Referring again to the
Temple ceremonies, Apostle F. M. Lyman
presented a resolution, to the effect
that the people pledge themselves

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collectively and individually, to provide
means for the finishing of the Temple,
so that the edifice could be dedicated
a year hence. This was enthusiastically
endorsed: whereupon, Apostle Lyman,
magnaminously headed the list of 
subscriptions with a donation of $100000
April 7. Some time ago, a letter was referred
to me by Pres. Woodruff, directing attention
to some recent discoveries of archaeological
interest in the southern part of the
territory. The Presidency requested me
to travel southward, and to visit the
sites of these and other occurrances.
Bro. Franklin W. Young of Fremont, 
Wayne County, who has been attending
conference in the city, urged me to 
begin the journey at once, offering to
conduct me to certain localities of
interest. The Presidency approved of
the suggestion: and today I started,
in company with Brother Young.
I am provided with a letter from the

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April 7. (con.) 		
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Presiding Bishopric of the Church, addressed
to the Bishops of Wards; explaining my
appointment, and asking that courtesies
be extended. We went by Rio Grande
Western train to Salina: there took wagon,
(belonging to Bro. Young); and travelled to
Black Knoll, on the banks of the
Sevier; where we were hospitably enter-
tained during the night by Sister Nebeken.
Before leaving Salina, we were kindly
entertained at supper by Sister Crane.
Bro. George Forsythe of Loa travelled
with us.
April 8. Made an early start, being
on the way by 6 o'clock. The hills
round about the Black Knoll are gen-
erally bare; but are ablaze with color.
Almost every conceivable tint and shade
may there be seen;- deep vermillion,
bright red, carmine and pink: brown, purple,
and chocolate; yellow, green blue, and
black. Hard lava juts out here and
there, giving sternness to the view: and

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a living cedar or a pinnion pine, relieve the
intensity with its comparatively delicate
green.  It was originally the desire of
Bro. Young to make a very long drive today
and if possible, reach his home - Fremont,
tonight; but the roads were in a poor
condition from recent storms, so we
stopped at Koosharem; being enter-
tained by Sister Wright; at whose house
Bro. Young's daughter, Olive, is boarding.
Bro. Young has charge of the Home Mis-
sionary appointments in this part 
of the stake: and by his request the
Bishopric of Koosharem called a
meeting of the people tonight: at which
Bro. Young and I spoke.
April 9.  Still travelling onward, the roads
are in places very rough, and we
made but little progress for a time. In
the afternoon, we arrived at Loa, in
Rabbit Valley, Wayne Co., - the home
of Brother Forsythe, one of our party.  At
his house we stopped for lunch: then

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April 9. (con.)			     
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drove on to Fremont. Here I made the
acquaintance of a part of Bro. Young's family.
I was entertained myself at the house of
his daughter,- Miss Aretta Young, a
former pupil and a dear friend of mine.
Bro. Young states that our road travel
from Salina is about 70 miles.
April 10. Sunday. In accordance with ap-
pointments made by Bro. Young, the Home
Missionary superintendent, I filled today
two missions. At 2 p.m. we attended meeting
at Loa; at which I spoke. The house was
filled, and the spirit of God prevailed
to a marked extent. After the meeting,
we spent a pleasant time, and took
supper at the home of Bishop Willis
E. Robinson of Loa. Here again my
colossal cheek in the matter of collecting
specimens asserted itself. The Bishop
had a number of interesting fossils
which he exhibited to me. At first he 
invited me to pick out a few for my
own use; but before the pleasant interview

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came to a close, he picked out a few,
and a very few at that, for himself;
and the rest I carried away with
me,  for the Museum.  I think that
such specimens do more good in a
general depository, open to students,
than they do in a private collection
oftentimes, as in this case, stored
away in an attic.	In the evening
we returned to Fremont, and held meeting.
At this I spoke by request.  The house
was crowded; and the spirit that
prevailed was excellent.
April 11.  It had been Bro. Young's plan that
he and I start today on an exploring
expedition down the river.  The chief
object of our journey is to visit certain
depositis of Selenite, existing in a lower
valley, from which I have already re-
ceived some excellent specimens.  Bro.
George Forsythe of Loa kindly offered
to accompany us: but at the time of
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and unable to go: he therefore sent his son,
George Forsythe Jr. in his stead. Brother
Forsythe kindly supplied us with
four excellent horses for the trip:  a
fine driving team, and two good
saddle horses. Thus well equipped, we 
started from Loa at 2 p.m: Brother Young
and I horseback: and Bro. Forsythe in
charge of wagon and team. Passing through
Thurber, Bro. Young made appointment 
for a meeting on our return. Travelling
southward from Thurber; the red hills of 
sandstone and argillite were very con-
spicuous; together with white, yellow,
brown, and gray sandstones; relieved by
seams of gypsum, mostly satin spar,
of varying thickness. Much silicified
wood was to be found: many complete
sections of even large trees: most of
these specimens were of dark colored and
jaspery silicon. Weathering effects on the
rocks were conspicuous; resulting in 
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such as busts, human figures, animals,
birds perched on cliffs: houses and castles.
Moonlight ride was impressive. Camped
at 8.30 p.m: near the so-called "Leaning
Rock" or "Chimney Rock" in Box Cañon. To-
day I was in the saddle for 6½ hours, unin-
terruptedly: and this is my first long ride
for years: yet I enjoyed it thoroughly.
April 12: On the way by 5.30 a.m. A 
delightful morning ride. (For geological
observations, see note book.) At 8 o'clock
we camped for breakfast under an immense
overhanging cliff, on the shores of the
Fremont, or Dirty Devil River; at Junction,
Wayne Co. The place is called Junction,
because here the Dirty Devil and the
Sand Creek unite. Found many
hieroglyphics and picture writings on the
rocky faces here about; also caches or
store-houses of Indians of former days. 
When the present Indians of the neigh-
borhood are shown any of these relies
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that they are the workmanship of the
Moquit tribes. Travelled from Junction
through the Grand Wash: a superb il-
lustration of the effects of eroding forces.
Have seen but one better illustration, –
that of the Grand Cañon of the Colorado.
After reaching the river again we had to
ford the stream thirty-two times before
leaving the Cañon. In the South Wash
we found the Selenite Deposit, so eagerly
sought for. The formation is in the
shape of an irregular mound: about 3½
miles from the Dirty Devil River, Wayne Co:,
in the South Wash, which enters the river
about four miles above the mouth of Pleas-
ant Creek. (For description of mound etc
see notebook.) Magnificent crystals of 
Selenite are here to be found: complicated
terminations, and huge turn crystals and 
groups here abound. 	At night we
returned to the river and camped. A cold
night, with very high winds. Ice formed
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April 13. Travelled through Pleasant Creek:
Obtained here of Mrs Mary Larsen a large
Indian jar, and another such of Mr J.
Crowse. After securing the jars, we found
that our team and wagon had gone far
ahead in the meantime, and Bro. Young
and I had an interesting galop of three
or four miles, each carrying a huge jar.
We then traversed the Capitol Wash, – a
magnificent cut; deeper even than the 
Grand Wash. Sandstone formations chiefly:
water worn. In places the rocky faces
are honeycombed. Solitude of the great
cañon was impressive: and it might easily
become oppressive. Secured some beautiful
illustrations of Ripple marks in Sandstone;
fully a thousand feet above present level
of the river.	   Effect of sun today was 
very great; heat being reflected, and therefore
intensified by the rocky walls. Face, nose, 
and lips parted from much of their covering
of skin. Camped at night at Sulphur
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April 14. At Bro. Young's suggestion Bro. Forsythe
went ahead with saddle horses, to make ar-
rangements for meetings at Thurber and
Loa. We followed with wagon; reaching
Thurber at 2.30 p.m. Stayed at house of Bro.
Willard Snow, at which place two of Brother
Young's daughters, Sisters Aretta and Lucy,
are boarding during their engagement
here as teachers. 	In the afternoon we
visited the school, and by request, addressed
the pupils.	By invitation we took
supper at home of Bishop Meeks. Ac-
cording to appointment, a meeting was
held at night, at which I addressed the
people. The house was well filled: and the
spirit of God prevailed during the whole
time.	Thurber is a quiet, unpre-
tentious place: somewhat primitive as yet.
Its inhabitants are still engaged in
earnest pioneer struggles. Sister S[--], –
the lady of the house at which we
are stopping, – a matron of a large
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seen a railway train. Here in Rabbit Valley,
the large open fire-places are common.
There are simply big openings into the 
chimney flue, with nothing of a grate,
at least, never more than a pair of 
andirons. Rich pitchy wood, – the pinion
pine is obtainable here in quantity, and
fires of such, in the open spaces, are
very cheerful. 	By request, Elder Young
and I administered to his daughter Aretta,
who is greatly afflicted.
April 15. Drove to Loa; reaching that
place just in time for a meeting called 
by the Bishop, at 10 a.m. The house was
filled to its full capacity; and such an
attendance surprised me; the hour of 
meeting being an inconvenient one, and
the present season so busy a time. By
request I delivered a lecture to the
people, on "The effects of alcohol and
narcotics", with illustrations. The people
seemed deeply interested; and I feel that
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close of the lecture, Patriarch Blackburn,
a venerable father to the people: came to
me, a pronounced a blessing – of the
favor and pleasure of God, upon me.
I have fullest faith that the bles-
sing will be realized. He told me that by
my humble labors, bread was being
cast upon the waters, which would 
return to me after many days. Owing
to pressure for time, it was not pos-
sible for me to return to Fremont: I 
had to send adieux and thanks by
Bro. Young to his good wives who so
hospitably entertained me while I was
at their homes. I am under deep ob-
ligations to Bros. Young and Forsythe for
their aid and assistance on our trip.
Made arrangements with Bro. Young for
the shipment of specimens gathered 
on our tour – amounting to fully a
thousand pounds.
	Took dinner at the home of Bishop
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took me in his buggy across the mountains
to Koosharem, a distance of 25 miles.
Wind very fierce and cold upon the
mountains. 	At Koosharem, we took
supper at the house of Bishop's Coun-
sellor, George Hatch. A meeting was called
at night, at which, by request, I delivered 
the lecture of the morning – "The effect
of alcohol, and narcotics." The house
was filled to overflowing; and the
audience appeared very appreciative.
May the Lord sanctify the effort. After
the meeting I was taken by Bishop
Bagley to his home, – about four
miles from the town, and close to 
the little Indian village of Greenwich.
April 16. Early this morning I met and
talked with some of the Indians from
Greenwich. These are of the Ute and Piute
tribes; ignorant and lazy in comparison
with some of the higher tribes; nevertheless
earnest and good in many respects. They
seem to know nothing of saving for

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the future. Give an Indian half a dozen
shirts, or coats, or hats, and he will try to
wear them all at once.
	Bishop Bagley kindly undertook to
conduct me to the next ward, along the
line of my journey. We left his home at
9.15. and arrived at Marion Ward at
3. p.m. We were kindly received by Bishop
Culbert King of Marion; and were enter-
tained at his house: the Bishop himself,
however, being detained at his other
house, on account of the very serious
illness of his son. By request Bp. Bagley
and I joined with Bp. King and other elders
in administering to the sick man. He
is suffering from a severe attack
of brain fever, and appears to be in
a very critical condition.
	I was agreeably surprised today in
meeting Elder Henry Mc Cullough, — who
was a missionary at our family
home in England 24 years ago. I can
remember him holding me on his knee.
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"Marion Ward" is sometimes called "Coyote Creek", the Post Office
being designated as "Coyote".

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During the evening, I was a witness to
an agreeable and instructive conversation
between Bishop Bagley, and Bro. Mc Cullough
regarding early times in Utah. These
brethren entered the valleys in 1855, and
1853 respectively, and their personal rem-
iniscences of by-gone days was interesting.
They spoke of the hardships of prioneer
life:— experiences which I fear would
prove the inefficiency of our young people,
if they were called to endure such.
Both of them testified to miraculous
increase of food on many occasions:—
several persons eating freely from a
supply scarcely large enough for one,
and being satisfied, with food to spare.
[The following is written sideways in left margin next to above paragraph]
Distance from Koosharem to Coyote — 37 miles
according to Bp. Bagley.
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April 17. Sunday. This morning marked
the death of Bishop King's son John, —
the young man to whom we adminis-
tered last night. By request the Bishop
and I administered to the young man's
mother, who is weakened from long at-
tendance, and prostrated with grief.

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A meeting was held during the afternoon
at which I addressed the congregation.
Although this was held at the time
of regular Sabbath services, it was in
reality a special meeting, called by
the aid of runners sent to every house
in the ward; for during the last few
weeks illness has been so prevalent in
the Ward that regular meetings have
been dispensed with. 	In the
evening I took dinner at the house
of Brother McCullough, and enjoyed the
privilege of another chat with my
old friend. 	At night Bro. McCullough
and I visited the house of mourning, 
and endeavored to speak words of cheer
and comfort to Sister King, and the rest
of the stricken family.
	This ward, – Marion Ward, is sometimes
called Coyote, that being the name of
the Post Office. It is situated in the 
southern part of Grass Valley;– it is 
strange that besides the official names

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of counties, towns, and precincts, local names
should be given to the valleys.
April 18. According to plan I should
have proceeded to Escalante today: but 
enquiry of those who have recently
been on the road, showed that the
mountain road is impassable for wagons.
This morning, a storm was indicated.
heavy frost in the valleys; snow on
the foothills, and dark threatening
clouds over the mountain passes
between this place and Escalante. It
was decided by Bishop King, as the
best thing to be done, that I be taken 
in carriage to Rees' Ranch – about 
20 miles on the road and there change 
to horse-back and pack-mule mode of
travel. Brother Ivan Frost, a young
man of Coyote, was selected as driver,
and together we started. Before
leaving I administered to Sister
Esther Frost – Ivan's mother. The lady
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from the prevailing malady – La Grippe.
	Our journey over the mountain was
one long to be remembered. Within a
few miles from Coyote we entered a 
heavy snow storm, which soon
became literally "blinding." The cold
was severe; we had repeatedly to leave
the wagon, and run alongside to keep
warm. In the early afternoon we
reached Rees' Ranch, and found Bro.
Watkin Rees, to whom I had a note
of introduction from Bishop King, Bro.
Rees is quite a patriarch in his ranch
home: six of his sons, many of them
with families of their own are with
him here. He kindly received me, and
promised to conduct me across the
mountain; but, he said, it would be
rash to make the attempt today, –
an earlier start being necessary.
He and his sons agree that the pass
is a difficult one. It has been a 
stormy day. As I write this I sit in a

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corner of the log cabin which forms
Bro. and Sis. Rees' hospitable home.
The house is well ventilated; although
it has a window, less light enters
by it than by cracks and holes between
the logs. But the cheerful faces and
good natures of the venerable inmates
make it a place of beauty. A
warming pinion pine fire competes,
though unsuccessfully, with the wind
in deep toned songs. Bro. Rees is a very
interesting gentleman; a Welshman by
nationality; diminutive in stature, and
large in heart. His wife is of the same
characteristics. Their home comprises but
a single room: and at night all of 
us slept in it. All through the night
the wind howled hoarsely, and the snow
fell heavily.
April 19. Early this morning the weather
was still stormy and fierce; but as
the day advanced, signs of clearing-up
were numerous. Bro. Rees decided that

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we would better take advantage of 
the change and start. We saw some
men who have been within sight of
the pass leading to Escalante, and they
report the road as absolutely impassable;
so it was thought best that we 
descend into the valley, and attempt
the journey to Escalante by way of 
Cannonville. We started: Bro. Rees himself
conducting me in spite of his 61 years,
he preferred himself to go. We travelled
in a light single-seated buggy, with
a good team, – an excellent outfit.
Within an hour from the time of
starting, we were overtaken by a
fierce snow storm: which continued
in all its force for 18 or 20 miles of our
way. The wind was strong; and the
snow-drifts heavy; indeed, at times
we feared that the conveyance would
be overturned. The cold was severe: in-
deed, the wintry conditions were as
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several miles our road skirted huge
pine tree forests: and the appearance of
the majestic trees through the drifting
snows was beautifully wierd and grand.
The sighing of the wind in the pines
was as pleasant as on summer days.
Between 3 and 4 in the afternoon, we
had reached Cannonville: here, though
the wind is cold, there is no snow, and
the birds on the trees are [---]sting. We
stopped for an hour at the hospitable
home of Bro. Henderson, formerly Bishop
of the ward. After feeding our horses,
partaking of a lunch ourselves, and
enjoying a visit with Bro. Henderson and
family, we resumed our journey, and
went to Henryville. Here we were hospit-
ably received and entertained at the
home of Bishop Daniel Golding. We
spent a pleasant evening in social
converse with the Bishop and his
family. When Latter-day Saints meet, they
are indeed friends, though in name strangers.
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Today's travel amounts to 30 miles.

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The people in these parts are still
poorly provided with house accomo-
dations; yet all are open hearted and kind.
Many of the houses comprise but a
single room, with perhaps a shed or
shanty for cooking purposes etc. At
night all sleep in the same room;
This evening we were put to bed in a
large room; – four beds in all, and seven
occupants. The women retire first; then
the men follow.
April 20. Left for Escalante. Bro. Willis
of Henryville kindly offered his aid in
transferring me. He took a magnif-
icent team, and a comfortable wagon.
His wife and child, and another lady
accompanied us. The mountain dug-
way was in poor condition from snow
and mud; and had we had a poor
team our chances of getting over
the hills would have been poor.
On the way I observed much of an
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it is known locally as "Cedar moss," or
"Cedar mistletoe". Nearing Escalante, I
saw evidences of cliff dwellers on the
mountain sides.	Arriving at Escalante,
I was kindly received by Brother
Llewellyn Harris, the gentleman who
has made so many observations and
discoveries concerning these ancient
peoples. I found him intensely enthusiastic
on his subject. Though comparatively
unlettered, he is a man of vast ex-
perience, & unbounded volubility on archaeological
matters. He has spent many years as
a Missionary among the Indians.
[The following is written in left margin next to above paragraph]
Later, I learned that this Parasite is called
mistletoe and is botanically known as Phorodendron <flavescens>.
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	I am glad to be at last here, after
so many delays. But tonight a great
disappointment befel me: for, contrary
to my bounding hopes of many days,
I found no letter awaiting me from home
and loved ones. I can only hope, trust,
and pray that all is well; May
Heaven bless and guard my
treasures.

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Escalante is truly a pleasantly situated
place. Potato Valley is completely walled in
with snow-capped mountains: and during
winter, it is said to be practically inaccessible
except by the aid of snow shoes.
April 21. Bro. Harris and myself set off today
to visit a spot about 20 miles south east
of Escalante, where he is informed some
new discoveries of Indian hieroglyphics
have been made. We travelled horseback:
– each of us on a small cayeuse pony,
heavily laden with camp and other equipage.
My saddle carried, beside myself, a heavy
roll of bedding, a photographic camera, with
tripod and plate holders, a bag of food,
a pain of field glasses, a hatchet and a cup; 
and the other horse fared no better. Thus,
laden, we could travel but slowly: however,
the road admitted of no fast gait. In
some places our way lay up steep mountains
over bare faces of rocks: in others, over sand
drifts, into which the horses sank many 
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we passed were deeply water worn. At night, we
arrived at Escalante Creek; at a farmplace
known as Phipp's place. Here we camped in a
cave, which was once the site of Moquit
houses. A log cabin, without windows, is built
nearby; in this Mr. Hamaker and family live:
until recently they resided in the cave. Poor
as the dwelling was, the inmates extended
hearty hospitality to us, and this we accepted
gratefully. I do not understand, however, why
people should choose such place for homes.
Surely all better land has not yet been
taken upon the territory. Living in such
places must be trying to those who love
the society of their fellows.
April 22. Visited site of alleged inscriptions,
report of which has led good Bro. Harris to
undertake this journey; we found all the
pictures to be plainly modern, most
likely placed on the rocks by white men,
and being but hideous caricatures of pictures
of Indian origin to be seen elsewhere.
We visited some Moquit caches, high on

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the cliffs. Rode back to Escalante, arriving
at night-fall,– fully two days <sooner> than we
had expected when we set out. In the
evening, Bro. Harris, his family, his widowed
step-daughter- Mrs Margaret Fowler, and myself,
gathered round the blazing fire, and enjoyed
a pleasant, and I trust, a profit-able con-
versation. Bro. Harris related some of his experiences
as an Indian missionary, which would tend
to strengthen anyone's testimony. I spoke also,
of the goodness and justice of God, in quali-
fying every person for the labor required
of him. Mrs. Fowler was in tears several
times during the evening: at last she
expressed thanks to God for the answers that
had come to her prayers; for, she said she
had prayed for enlightenment, and this very
day had fasted to receive it, and it had come
to her in my words. Moreover, she declared
having seen me in a vision or dream, and
had heard me give such counsel, as I had
actually given tonight. I trust all is for the
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humble words to the comfort of any suffering soul,
great should be my gratitude.
April 23. Started for a day's exploration in the
mountains west of Escalante, in company
with Bro. Walter Wolfe- a young man with
scientific proclivities and good education, who
is at present teacher of the District School
at Escalante. We captured a number of
insects; collected flowers etc; but, best, and
most of all, we clambered toward an old Moquit
cache, perched like an eagle's eirie on the
mountain side. We had to fell a pine tree,
and drag it to the last ledge of rock, below
the cache, then climb to the house. We
found it like others of its kind, built of sand-
stone slabs, mortared together. Inside were many
bushels of cedar twigs, pine needles, and rat dung.
Most of this we succeeded in removing in
the course of 4 hours' work, but we found
nothing in the way of relics. It it not
wonderful, that those early people should
have built in such inaccessible places?
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By special invitation, I took up my abode
tonight at the residence of Bishop Schow.
Bro. and Sister Harris were seemingly loathe
that I should leave their home, but the Bishop
and Sister Schow, and Bro. Wolfe (who also lives
there) were so pressing in their invitation that
I accepted: I know, with the very limited room
in Bro. Harris' home, my presence there may
cause inconvenience.
	Tonight good news reached me from home,
though the letters have been long delayed on
the way. The last letter is dated April 18: at
that time wife and sons were in Provo on
a visit, and all were well. This is encouraging.
May the Lord preserve and keep them all.
April 24: Sunday.	Attended the Escalante
Sabbath School. By request of the Superintendent
I addressed the school: then at the request
of Bishop Schow I addressed the combined
Theological Classes. In the afternoon Sacrament
Meeting, I occupied the time in addressing
the congregation. Lord sanctify the efforts.

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April 25.  It had been planned by Bro. Harris and
myself that we start today southward toward
the Big Mountain.  To our delight Bishop Andrew
P. Schow, and Bro. Walter Wolfe expressed a desire
to accompany us.  The Bishop provided a wagon,
and team, and a large stock of excellent provisions,
- the latter arranged and put up by the good
Sisters Schow.  Our party consisted of five. 
Bro. Harris, Bro. Wolfe, Bishop Schow, his son
Thomas Schow, and myself.  In early afternoon 
we started.  Beside our wagon team, two
saddle horses were taken.  At 6.30 p.m., we went 
into camp at "Twenty-mile Spring;  about the 
distance indicated from Escalante.  Our camp
was made in a sandy gulch, unclean from
the recent presence of sheep.  The water was
very impure: we considered it unsafe to use
such without first boiling it.  During the
night a heavy wind storm raged, driving
sand over our camp equipage, and into our
beds.
April 26.  Before leaving camp, the cyanide bottle
in which I poison insect specimens, became

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broken. The loss of such on this trip would be
serious. The fracture being a small one, the idea
of mending it suggested itself.  We found a
pasteboard case into which the bottle fitted:
then took some gypsum from a neighboring
ledge, heated this in the camp frying pan to
Plaster Paris, and imbedded the bottle.  Made an
early start: travelled south-eastward: stopped
at noon at Coyote Hole: and camped at night
at Forty Mile Spring.  The day's ride was mostly
along the base of a plateau or mesa to the 
south and west of us; the southern extremity
of this mesa faces the Navajoe Mountain,
and forms our present objective point.  This
elevation is called by the Indians, "Kaibabbits,"
signifying Deer Mountain; being the same
name as they apply to the Buckskin mount-
ains in Arizona.  Splendid view of the truly
majestic Henry Mountains to the north of our
road. High winds prevailed during the
day: oftentimes blinding storms of sand
enshrouded us.  Whenever the wind fell for 
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I took a number.  Also captured some fine
lizards; and collected a lot of plants.  Brother
Wolfe pays attention to the plant collections:
he is an enthusiastic botanist.  We passed
a number of fine illustrations of water-wearing
on the rocks.  The country rock hereabouts is mostly
red sandstone: and this is sculptured into every
conceivable shape.  One formation is called
by the travellers, The Dancing Hall, from its
shape.  (see Note Book). Fierce wind of the day
fell in evening: and the night was one of 
those starlight perfect ones, which seem
too good to be spent in sleep.
April 27.  Delayed in starting through difficulty
in finding our horses.  Bro. Harris went ahead 
of us to secure additional animals by the 
time we reach the next camping place.
While waiting for the horses I took a number
of fine specimens I saw a pair of warblers, 
of a species unknown to me, sitting on a 
juniper bush.  I was levelling upon them,
wishing to secure the specimens for our
Museum collections, when the male bird

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began a song of indescribable sweetness; and
the hen chirped cheerily by the side of an
unfinished nest.  I dropped the gun: for I would
have long censured myself had I cut short that
song.  I approached within a distance of fifteen
feet: for here upon the desert they had not
yet learned of man's barbarity, and they
looked upon me as their friend.  They seemed
to be inviting me to inspect their nest. 
"He sang to the wide-world, and she to her nest;
In the nice ear of Nature, which song is the best?" 
The day's travel lay over bad roads: and
we made slow progress.  Arrived at Fifty
Mile Gulch at 5.30: camped here. By 
digging we secured fairly good water.
April 28.  Early this morning, Bro. Harris
reached our camp, bringing a burro for 
pack services and a saddle horse for
my use.  The latter was characterized as
a fractions brute: freshly taken from the 
range: and I received sundry and divers
warnings concerning his evil ways.  He
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catching in time for present use.  During the
day's course, he proved to be the most sensible
and generally useful of the animals in our 
company. We made our way to Llewellyn
Cañon; south-eastward from Fifty Mile
Gulch; about three miles as the crow flies,
and nine or ten as we had to travel.  Our
way lay through a region, which to the ordinary
traveller would appear impassable.  Often
we journeyed for miles over the faces of
bare rock: and had we had animals of
uncertain footing we would have fared
badly.  In one deep cañon, not more than
ten feet wide, we spent an hour endeavoring
to get a stubborn horse past a bad place.
Lower down the cañon widened: trees and
shrubbery became plentiful.  The ooze or
Yucca flourishes here, and gives quite a
tropical air tof the vegetation.  Encountered
much underbrush: we could only bow our
heads, shut our eyes, and leave the horses
to take us through.  On the cañon walls,
we found a number of hieroglyphics and

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pictures: which formed the chief object of
our coming here. (See Field Book, and
Sketch Book.) The night was beautiful:-
filled with music of many kinds:- rippling
water, frong songs, and insect hum.
April 29. Spent early part of day examining
the hieroglyphics. On breaking camp, the
first occurence of note was an splendid
exhibition of bucking energy, and of poor
riding ability by my branchs horse, "Butter,"
and myself. Retracing our way over the dif-
ficult roads of yesterday, we turned souther[--]
to the Colorado river; and reached the banks
of that majestic stream, close to the Navajo mountain
The country leading to the river's wonderfully
water worn Trail difficult to find, and in places
more difficult to follow. For a time we were in
distress for water: but on pack horse, wandering
off alone, led the driver who subsequently followed
him to a damp spot, where by digging we
obtained sufficient water 	At least we reached
<certain> the large cliffs in the Navajo Valley, which
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"Music Temple," form the facts that winds give
rise to mournful music hereabouts.  I was disappointed,
as I failed to find or see many inscriptions
which Harris had promised to show me here. In-
deed he could not see them himself.  I very
much fear, from the experience already gained, that
Bro. Harris' imagination is more fertile than is
his judgement.  The pictures and hieroglyphic
which we did find here, are of very ordinary,
and of no specifically significant nature.
After examining the "Temple" we rode back
to the water - four miles or more on the return
trip.
April 30.  Journeyed back to our old camp
at "Fifty Mile Spring".  Took wagon a short
distance on the return road, and left it in
an immense cavern.  Then took riding and
pack animals and ascended the trail to
Harris's sheep camp, on the first bench of
the Plateau Kaibabbits. It was a rapid and
steep ascent; we were nearly two hours in the 
way, and when we stopped we were at the
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for camp use. High wind was constant, during
day and night. Sleep was almost impossible:
several times we had to leave our beds and search
for our covers which had been blown away.
May 1. Sunday.	According to my custom and
previous plans, I had intended resting in camp
today: but both Bishop Schow, and Bro. Wolfe
find it necessary to return to their homes as
soon as possible, and time presses heavily in
my own case. After consultation, we decided
to ascend to the summit, and begin our
observations there at once. A very steep
ascent. Harris conducted us during the
day to many ruins of buildings, some of
them quadrangular, and many of them
circular. These latter he believes to be remains
of Druid Circles, and certain others he takes
to be Druid Temples; these views I do not
share. Decorative markings of oak leaves
and acorns which he claims to have
found here I cannot see in a single case.
He tried to point out on the surfaces of
weathered stones, inscriptions and figures,
[The following is written sideways in left margin]
After reaching settlements, at a later date, we learn that
this Sabbath, May 1, was devoted by the Church to a general
Fast and Thanksgiving. I would like to have mingled with the saints
in meeting today.

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with symbolical markings, – the originals of
the drawings which he has sent north, and
on the strength of which I am here; but
in no case could I see the things, neither
could any one of the other brethren. As I am
to report facts to the authorities who sent me
forth, I got Harris to draw in my note book,
what he claimed to see on a particular stone,–
— one of his chief inscriptions; and then I
took the stone along. This step I take
because, as I press Harris for explanations,
and probe his statements for reasons, he seeks
refuge in the statement that he sees these
things by a Divine gift: and the things
will not be visible to those not possessing
such gift. I think there is a power in
our church capable of deciding the
truth or fallacy of such claims; Indeed,
as I am here by proper appointment, to
investigate Harris's claims, and as I have
endeavored to approach the work humbly
and prayerfully, I feel that I could reason-
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gift to reveal to me the truth.  I see nought
on these stones but weather marks.  However
there are ruins in abundance in this plateau
or mesa.  Camped at night at a spring,
near a reservoir.  Windy and very cold.
May 2.  Harris and I were at work early dig-
ging into ruins around the camp.  The
old gentleman is ill this morning at
disappoinment through my not seeing 
as he sees, or rather as he claims to see.
At his request, he and I left the others to
return to the sheep herd on the bench below,
and we continued our explorations.  Saw 
many other ruins, — they are realities: but
the alleged inscriptions exist nowhere outside
his disordered imaginations.  I am convinced
that this Plateau was once inhabited by a 
numerous people: probably the ancestors 
of the Moquit and Quin Indians.  The
traditions of these tribes bear out this view.  This
people were driven to fierce defense.
Every prominent locality is marked by the 
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castles.  The mesa entire is a natural fortification
Descended the mountain: took wagon and started
homeward.  Camped at night in Soma Gulch.
May 3. Desert travel.  Bro. Wolfe went ahead
horseback.  Toward afternoon, a rain storm
set in and continued with increasing power
till night.  Our wagon was provided with a 
torn corner; by the aid of which we suc-
ceeded in Keeping dry a part of our bedding:
Ourselves, however, being without protection 
were soon drenched to the skin.  Very cold.
At 7.30 at night, while the storm was at 
its height we reached the "20 Mile Spring,"
and took shelter in a cabin there erected
for the use of wandering shepherds.  It
was about 10 x 12 in size: with a wide door
space but no door: a window place, but no
window.  In the corner was a pile of stones,
serving as a fire place; and a hole in the 
roof above offered an outlet for the smoke:
which offer, however, was usually refused by
the smoke.  Wide cracks in the walls
admitted much of the driving storm; and

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and trickling streams of water came through
the roof. Nevertheless, the place afforded us
a welcome comfort in a time of need; and
for this I felt devoutly thankful. Had we
been compelled to camp in the open air
tonight, we would have necessarily suffered
much. Soon we were enjoying a warm
meal by the light and warmth of a 
roaring fire. Tis true that everything we
ate tasted of mud and grit, from the foul condition
of the water used in cooking: but what
avail such trifles? I am heartily thankful
that our lot is no worse. Our horses are
poorly provided for tonight: and for this I
am sorry.
May 4. Storm continued. Rain at last gave
way to wind; then followed snow. Reached
Escalante at 3 p.m. Thankful to be so
far on the return. Found good news from
home awaiting me. All were well at
wife's last writing. I am somewhat ill
tonight, from the experiences of yesterday:–
wet clothing and wet bedding.

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May 5. Bade goodbye to Escalante, and the many
friends there who have been so kind to me.
Started northward, in care of Bro. Thomas
Heaps, Bishop's Counsellor.  We were accom-
panied by Bro. John Swenson who is travelling
through the stake in the interests of the 
Religion Classes; and also by Bro. Turtchel
whose road toward Beaver is om way.  Crossed
the mountains toward Sweetwater Creek.
Encountered much snow.  Were compelled to
dig our wagon out once.  Camped at night
at Sweetwater.  I have been ill during
the day; and tonight a high fever, and
pains in the joints manifest themselves,
At my request, the brethren administered 
to me; and I realized the blessing of
improved health and sweet rest.
May 6.  Arose feeling much improved in health.
Drove onward to Bro. Wilcox's farm.  Bro. Turtchel
left us, proceeding on his way to Beaver, and
Bro. Heaps stopped at the farm while Bro.
Swenson and I were driven forward to
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In Marion, I was delighted to meet again
Bishop Culbert King, and Bro. Henry McCullough.
By the Bishop's appointment, his son Thomas King
conducted me to Bishop Bagley of Koosharem.
We travelled by cart:- one of three curtailed carts,
consisting simply of a small seat set
on two wheels. We managed to strap my
valises and instruments to the seat supports.
A fine stallion was attached to the cart,
and we travelled at a rapid rate. Left
Marrion at 3.30, and arrived at Bishop
Bagley's at 7.30. Spent a pleasant evening
with the Bishop and his family. Have
travelled today 57 miles.
May 7. In order to gain time Bishop Bagley
and I started out on an antejentacular ride.
Left his home at 6.30 and reached Burrville
at 8. Here we breakfasted at the house
of Bro. J. S. Whitehead, Bishop's counsellor.
Bishop Teeples came to the house. A horse
and a cart were provided: and soon I was
speeding away toward Salina, in care
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about 15 years of age.  The cart was a
narrow one, and the youthful driver was
not experienced.  When about five miles
from Burrville, while passing along a
rocky hill side, the vehicle was capsized,
and the contents spilled promiscuously.
The boy, being upon the upper side, jumped safely,
escaping without injury; I was thrown down
the hillside, but suffered only a few bruises
and scratches, and an injured shoulder. 
Instruments were thrown from the cart,
the camera being injured, and the insect
bottle domolished.  In early afternoon we
reached Vermillion; stayed a short time
taking lunch at the residence of Sister
Nebeker of the Black Knoll House.  Arrived
at Salina in early evening; stopped at
the house of Brother Crane.
May 8.  Sunday.  Took train for home; reached
Salt Lake City in early evening; my arrival
being entirely unexpected.  Found Maria and
children well, if colds be excepted.  Sister
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at home on a visit with Wife.  I am very
thankful to be with my loved ones again,
and to find them as well as they are.
May 9.  Met classes at the college again.  Spent
most of time at museum, and in laboratory.
May 11.  Had an interview with the First
Presidency, - this being the first opportunity
since my return, owing to their absence.
Made to them my report.  They approve of
my labors,  and say I have done my full
duty.  Regarding Bro. Harris' claim to divine
gifts of reading inscriptions, which no 
other person can see, they decide of
course that he is deceived.  Indeed, judging
from the fasts reported, and from a letter
which Bro. Harris sent to them, the
brethren do not hesitate to say they
think him demented.
May 15.  <Sunday>  By request of Pres. Joseph F. Smith,
given through invitation of the 
Utah Stake authorities of the Mutual
Improvement Associations, I went this
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the Improvement Associations at that
place. Stopped at Lake View, visiting the
folks on the Farm. Found all fairly
well with the exception of brother George,
who is suffering from rheumatism. At-
tended afternoon meeting of the Conference,
and by request I addressed the congregation.
At the evening session Elder B. H. Roberts
spoke. Returned home by late train.
May 16. Wife and I attended a Tableau
	exhibit in the Salt Lake Theatre, the
	subject being statuary illustrative
	of Grecian Mythology.
May 17. In the evening, according
to request and previous appointment,
I delivered a lecture in the Sixth Ward,
under the auspices of the Improvement
Associations of that Ward; subject -
"Modern Idolatry". A large, select,
and very attentive audience was
present.  I was somewhat surprised
to learn that the lecture had been ad-
vertised throughout the ward by large

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and flaming posters.  I trust some
good will result from the meeting.
May. 18.  This evening I was taken by com-
plete surprise, by the visit of seven
of the College Normal Students, who came
as a Committee from their department;
The leader, Bro. Orlando Barrus, in a simple
but an impressive address, conveyed
the students' good wishes and blessings;
and then presented me with a beautiful
and large photograph of the graduating
class, set in an elegant frame. This
great, and I fear, undeserved tribute of
affection is as deeply appreciated
as it was unlooked for.  I have been
the recipient of so many marks of
esteem and good feeling from my
students; but now that I have practically
severed my connection with the College,
I certainly expected to be "counted out."
These marks of brotherly and sisterly af-
fection are to me most dear; and a deep
wish of my heart is to be worthy of them.

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May 19.  This day marks the closing exer-
cises of the year at the Latter-day
Saints' College.  I attended, and, by previous
appointment filled a small place
on the program by delivering a
short address.  The proceedings were
deeply interesting throughout.  I felt
proud to witness the graduation of the
students, with whom, and for whom,
the Lord permitted me to labor.
	By the midnight train, Elder C. R.
Savage and I departed from Salt Lake
City, en route to San Juan Stake.  It has
been Bro. Savages' intention to visit that
region in the interests of photographic
art; and I have been just as desirous
of going for the purpose of making
scientific observations.  We are appointed
now by the First Presidency of the Church,
to attend the Stake Conference of San Juan
on the 21, and 22.  Travelled eastward by
the Rio Grande Western.  Excellent road:
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May. 20. At 8:30 a.m. we arrived at Thompson's 
Springs, Grand Co., where we left the
railway. Here we were met by Brother
Orin D. Allen of Moab; the brethren of that
place having been notified from head-
quarters of our coming. We drove to 
Moab,– a distance of 35 miles. Crossed
the Grand River on the Ferry. Stayed
at the house of Bro. O.D. Allen.
May 21. Met President Hammond and
Counsellors of the San Juan Stake. Attended
morning and afternoon sessions of
Conference, and the evening Priesthood
Meeting. Afternoon and evening Bro. Savage
and I addressed the people. An excellent
spirit prevailed throughout the meetings.
Though the number is small, the little
house was well filled; –crowded in fact. The 
occasion seemed to be one of reunion of 
friends; the hearty greetings, and soulful
handshakes bespeaking sincere joy. I believe
I was introduced to, and clasped hands with
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people here is seemingly unbounded. We
took dinner at the home of Bro. Mons
Peterson; and supper at Bro. O.W. Warners'
Bro. Warner has a beautiful home; orchards,
and fields, groves and flowers. Indeed
Moab is a wonderfully fertile spot:
this season's growth on the trees is phe-
nomenal. Here summer is beaming:
the season is weeks ahead of Salt Lake
seasons. Fruit is the chief product of this
part. I can look upon this place as
almost a fairy spot. 	Was delighted 
to meet during the day, Sisters Howard 
and Freeze of Salt Lake City, who are
travelling in the interests' of the Im-
provement and other Associations.
May 22. Sunday. Conference continued. 
I find that many of the saints here at-
tending Conference have come from great
distances, and at considerable sacrifice of
comfort. Some of the settlements are 150 miles
away; and the roads, judging from the
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seen are hard to travel over. San Juan Stake
embraces portions of Utah, Colorado, and New
Mexico. One of the wards (Mancas, Colorado.)
is 15 miles long. Grand County has but one
town – Moab, which of course is the county
seat.		At 10 a.m. today the Conference
resumed. By request of the Presidency of
the Stake, I occupied the entire preaching
time; Bro. Savage and other brethren spoke
during the afternoon session; and many
of the sisters, as also Bro. Savage and
myself spoke at night — the session being
devoted to the Young Ladies' Improvment
Association. I rejoiced in the reports
and addresses of the sisters; betokening as
such did an earnestness and ability worthy
of the daughters of Zion. Sisters Freeze and
Howard,  the two sisters who are here by
appointment from head quarters in the
interests of the Women's organizations, each
spoke with authority and fire to our great
edification. The spirit that has prevailed
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The hospitality of the people here is
so full that we usually have several
invitations to each meal. Bro. Savage and I
make Bro. O.D. Allen's house our home still. We
took supper at the house of Bro. Robinson,
the choir leader.
May 23. The first meeting of the day was
devoted to the Relief Society Conference, the
afternoon session to the Primary Association
Conference. Excellent addresses, and encouraging
reports and exercises were rendered by the
officers and members. Elder Savage and I ad-
dressed each of the meetings: this we
did by repeated calls, for of our choice we
would have left the time to the sisters.
However, an excellent spirit prevailed: the
people seem eager to hear the word of God.
We cannot accept half the kind offers of
hospitality. Dined at a Mr. Darrow's - the
gentleman is not in the Church, but his
wife is a member, - she is the daughter of
the notorious John D. Lee. We took supper
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night a dancing party was given, as a
close to the Conference proceedings. We
looked in for a few minutes, then went
home to bed.
May 24. Spent the day in visiting places
of interest around Moab. Crossed the
Grand River; and from the farther shore,
Bro. Savage took photographic views of
the town and valley. By invitation we
dined at Bishop Stewart's and took
supper at the house of Bro. Tangrew.
May 25. Soon after 4a.m we were ready to
start homeward, and by 5 o'clock we were
far on the way. Bro. Mons Peterson
furnished team and conveyance, and
hired Bro. O.D. Allen to conduct Bro.
Savage and myself to Thompson's
Springs. Another wagon with double
team carried four sisters and one brother,
who were also on the way to the
railway. It was my intention <before coming here> to go
southward from Moab, for the purpose
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Aztec remains in San Juan Co., but, after
a conversation with Pres. F. A. Hammond,
from which I learned that the present
season is very unfavorable for such
an undertaking, because of the
scarcity of water, I concluded it would
be best to return home. Pres. Hammond
told me of a promising region for such
explorations, – along the Colorado, below
the junction of the Grand, and the
Green rivers. There, he says, are numerous
Cliff dwellings, besides many thousand
acres of land, which once was cultivated.
Reservoirs and irrigating ditches are
still to be found there. He urges the
importance of exploring the country.
To return to the events of this day:-
our party arrived safely at Thompson's
Springs about 3 p.m; and forty minutes
later we were aboard the Rio Grande
Western train, speeding homeward.
Reached Salt Lake City, shortly before
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to find wife and sons in good health.
The Lord be thanked for the preservation
he has exercised over my loved ones.
May. 27. Had an interview with the First
Presidency, making a report of the trip.
The brethren are interested in the statement
of Pres. Hammond, relative to the relics
and the unoccupied land along the line
of the Green River: and they directed certain
preliminary enquiries to be made, with a
view of sending competent people there.
May 28. Sat. Attended the monthly High
Priest's Quorum meeting. Bro. A H. Patterson,
offered himself for admission to the Quorum,
having previously presented a recommend
from his former quorum in Snowflake
Stake, Arizona. This led to a discussion, it being
claimed by some that Elder Patterson was
doing wrong, he having set himself up as
a healer among the people, and having adopted
that labor as his entire employment, abstaining
from other and self-supporting work in
consequence. He had asked that a subscription

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be opened to procure a carriage for him to
use in travelling as a healer. he claimed to
have been set apart for this work by apos-
tolic power. Pres. Angus M. Cannon of the Stake
Presidency spoke in forcible terms against
the claim of Bro. Patterson; stating that no man
possessed the gift of healing to its exclusion
from others. I mention the circumstance here
as it involves a principle.
	This day witnesses a very serious con-
sideration in my mind relative to the practice
of ingulging in partisan political strife,
and particularly among our leaders. On the
14" of the present month, Apostle Moses Thatcher
delivered a long and powerful address on
"Democracy," before the Territorial Democratic
Convention held in Ogden. May 23 an open
letter appeared in the Ogden "Standard,"–a Repub-
lican newspaper, over the signatures of
Joseph F. Smith, and John Henry Smith,
who designate themselves, "Republicans, and
descendants of Whigs". In this letter they attack
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guilty of profaning the name of Jesus
in his remarks. This mornings' "Herald" 
contains a long rejoinder from Moses Thatcher 
which is marked by very strong language 
of defense and attack. It is hard to see 
the propriety and wisdom of such a course:
this seems to be rather division than unity, 
and many of our people are taking advantage, 
(oftentimes unfair) of these actions of our leaders. 
I doubt not that the Lord will bring around 
all things aright; and that the Latter- day 
Saints will yet demonstrate how men may 
be good Democrats, or good Republicans. I am 
confident that even this action of Bros. Smith 
and Smith, and Thatcher, will result in good; 
but I fear that many will stumble over the 
dispute. 
May 29: Sun. Attended Prayer Circle in morning, 
- the first opportunity of the kind for 
eleven weeks: officiated in dedicatory prayer. 
Attended Sacrament meeting in Tabernacle; and 
in the evening by request of the Bishopric, 
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gregation in the Eleventh Ward. An excellent
influence seemed to prevail during the 
meeting.
May 30. Mon. This is Decoration Day, a
legal holiday. About 1 p.m today, just as I
returned home from calling on a sick person,
I was informed of a terrible case of suffering
and of destitution in our immediate neigh-
borhood,  a family being stricken by that
dread disease, diphtheria, and they being
without help. The officers of the Relief
Society of our ward report that they can
find no one who is willing to go to the 
pest-stricken house, most of the people
having children for whose safety they fear,
and others being afraid for themselves.
I hastily changed my clothing, and went to
the house; and there I found to exist a pitiable
state of affairs. One child, - 2 1/2 years old, lay
dead on a bed having been dead about 4 
hours, and still unwashed; two other children,
one a boy of 10, the other a girl of 5, lay
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13 years is still feeble from a recent attack
of diphtheria: and the 6 months old baby seems
to be sickening with the disorder. The father,
Mr. Abe Martin, and the mother Marchia Martin,
are dazed with grief and fatigue: and the only
other occupant of the house, a man named
Kelly a boarder in the family, is so ill
and weak as hardly to be able to move about.
The siege has been so long about this af-
flicted family that all household affairs
are in a state of utter neglect; the floors
and furniture are unclean; the beds and the
sick occupants are unwashed; to say nothing
of the sickening aspect of the blood and 
mucus covered corpse. Though the family are
not members of our Church, the parents re-
quested me to administer to the children, which 
I did. A lady hired for the occasion by the
Relief Society came in; and we set to work
together. First we washed and laid out the
corpse: then the carpets were torn up, the
rooms swept: filthy rags burned, and
soiled clothes carried out: the sick children

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were washed and their clothing changed:
food was sent for for the parents; and burial
clothes arranged for. While these operations
were in progress, a woman came to the 
house, saying she had heard of the sad
bereavement, and afflictions, and desired to offer
her aid, provided the people would agree to
pay her $500 a day. When she was told of the
family's destitution, so lowered her price to $450
a day. Such a state of womankind filled me
with disgust: I told her to go; and not stay
in the house of poverty, suffering and death
to act the vulture; and I assured the people they
should not be left without help; that I would
stay with them myself until other aid arrived.
I sent for materials, and peep and disinfectants.
In the evening Bishop Hardy came; and to-
gether we administered to the sick several
times. At night a Miss Sorensin from the 8th Ward
was secured as help, and Bro. Ernest Bassett of
our own ward came as night watch. I disinfected
myself: changed clothing, and went home, keeping in my
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May 31. Returned to the home of the af-
flicted Martin family at an early hour 
this morning. Found that the boy, 10 years old,
had died during the night. The little girl
was still suffering terribly. She clung to 
my neck, oftentimes coughing bloody mucus
upon my face and clothing; and her throat
had about it the stench of putrifaction, yet
I could not put her from me. During the
half hour immediately preceding her death,
I walked the floor with the little creature
in my arms. She died in agony at 10.10 a.m.
So, the three children have departed all
within the space of 24 hours. Bro. Ernest
Bassett and I washed the corpse of the
child: then we carried out the bedding and
useless furniture, and swept the rooms. Soon
the coffins came; and with the aid of the
undertaker's men, we put the bodies in,
neatly attired. At 2.30 the hearses arrived, and
the sad ride to the cemetery was begun. 
The malignant nature of the disease
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except at the grave. Then, by request I de-
livered a short discourse: and Bishop
Hardy offered the dedicatory prayer.
The grief of the parents and little sister was
indeed pitiable to behold. The coffins were
placed in a single grave. After these sad
rites were over, we made arrangements for 
cleansing the house, and furnishing the family
with good bedding and food; then, by the
Bishop's advice, I went home. I disrobed and
bathed in the coal house, and placed all
clothing worn at the house, in a strong
hot zinc solution. I confined myself to my own
rooms, from which the rest of the family 
kept away.
June 1. Confined to the house the entire
day through illness – fever, lassitude,
and pains in head. All temporary I hope,
– simply the effects of over exertion
and nervous strain I think.
June 2. Better, but still not well. Attended 
today a meeting of the Church Board
of Examiners.

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June 3. Meeting of the Board of Examiners
early this morning, and sessions of the
Church School Conventions morning and
afternoon. Good successful gatherings. So
cold that fires were made today, and tonight.
This is truly wonderful for such a season.
June 4. Engaged all day in the meetings
of the Board of Examiners.
June 5. Annual Conference of the Young
Men's Mutual Improvement Associations
began yesterday but other calls prevented
my attending the gatherings. Today, however
I attended all meetings, morning, afternoon,
and night. Programs of proceedings had
been published: but these were departed
from in a few instances. In the afternoon
meeting I was called upon to address
the audience, which I did.
June 6. Meetings of the Board of Examiners all
day. The telegraphic dispatches today
bring news of a terrible disaster in Penn-
sylvania. Fearful floods occurred near
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and their contents flowed over the water. By a
flash of lightening, the oil was ignited, and
fire vied with flood in the dread work of
destruction. Several lives were sacrificed:
some dispatches say the dead number hundreds.
Surely the day of great events is on the world. 
June 8. At night, by special invitation, wife and I
attended the banquet of the Alumni Association
of the University of Deseret, now University 
of Utah. An enjoyable time.
June 9. Meetings of the Board of Examiners
most of the day.
June 10. Board of Examiners meetings.
June 12 Sunday. Prayer Circle, Sacrament
Meeting, Evening Ward Meeting, and after-
ward a special meeting of the Teachers
of the Second Ward, at which I was present
by invitation. At the evening meetings
I spoke by request of the Bishopric.
June 13. So cold during the few preceeding days
that fires have been needed for comfort. This
morning the temperature in my study
room was 59°. Strange for the season.

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June 14. The anniversary of my marriage
Four years ago today darling wife May
and I were given to each other by the holy
authority of the Priesthood. I fear we have
both failed in some things; I know I have
failed in many, pertaining to the duties of
the holy order of matrimony. Yet the Lord
has been merciful to us. Two sweet sons
bless our union.
June 15. Went to Manti, by train. The main object
of this journey is to attend to examinations
of teachers, under the Church School
organization; but while in Manti I hope to be able
to attend to some Temple work. Arrived at Manti
at 2.30. Later in the afternoon I went to the
Temple: and by request of Pres. Anthon Lund,
I witnessed a number of marriages and sealings
signing all the certificates of such ceremonies.
I was favored with a conversation with Apostle
Anthon Lund; the President of the Temple; and
from him I obtained much information regard-
ing Temple labors. He instructs me that it
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work for members of our family, by blood and
by marriage, whether we can trace the exact
relationship or not. (2.) That I may officiate
for friends, not relatives, provided they have
no descendants in the church; and that
if an <unavoidable> mistake in the identity of a person be
made, the work will not be lost. (3.) All
persons 8 years old and upward should be
baptized for; but endowments need not
be taken for those who are under 15 or 16.
(4.) Sealings should be performed with care: only
those of the dead, known to have been
married on earth, or known to have had
favor for each other should be sealed; that
is to say promiscuous matches should
not be made. (5.) It is better to seal dead
single women to someone, living or dead, who
held the priesthood; not with the assuance
that all such sealings will be of effect,
but that the man receiving such women
may give them to others when their wishes
in the matter are ascertained. (6) Sealings
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June 15 (con.) 
than cousins should not be encouraged.
(7). Records of genealogy in the case
of persons officiated for should be
made as full as possible; it being
simply necessary, however, that the
person in each case be identified by the
description recorded.
I took quarters at the Temple Hotel, kept
by Bro. Metcalf. I am thankful to be again
beneath the shadows of a temple in which
this glorious work is in progress. I ex-
perience a holy influence in such a
place
June 16. By invitation of the Temple Presidency,
I attended the opening meeting at the
Temple this morning, and by request
I addressed the saints there assembled.
I keenly feel my inability to speak with
full appropriateness in such a holy place.
The peaceful influences there prevailing
are indescribable. After the opening
services, I reluctantly withdrew from
the Temple - to attend to the special

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business for which I have come to Manti
this week. Met the candidates for exam-
ination for Church school Certificates;
- they are few: and arranged the exam-
ination work. By invitation I took 
dinner at the hospitable home of Bishop
Reid. In the afternoon I went again to 
the Temple, and officiated as witness in
the sealing ordinances. By invitation
I atttended the weekly Prayer Circle
Meeting of the Temple officers. In the 
evening a birthday party was given
at the residence of Brother Marben, 
in honor of that veteran gentleman. I was
present by invitation; and spent a most
enjobable evening. After an excellent
dinner, an intellectual feast was indulged
in till a very late hour. Bro. Marben 
now the second President of the Manti
Temple, is 66 years old; he looks fully 20
years younger. By invitation of Counsellor
Thompson of the Temple Presidency, I went
after the party to the Temple and

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June 16. (con.) 
there remained during the night, sleeping
in the room and bed formerly used
by President Daniel H. Wells. This to
me was a great privilege - to sleep in the
House of God.
June 17. Took breakfast in the Temple,
with the officers. Then, having arranged
the examination work for the day. I
entered the Temple as a candidate for
endowments in behalf of the dead, a 
labor which to me is entrancingly beautiful.
At the opening exercises in the Temple,
by request of the Presidency, I addressed
the congregation; the call being doubly
surpassing to me, as I was so called yesterday
morning. After the ceremonies of the endowment
I officiated as witness in the sealing.
The officers of the Temple, and the local
ecclesiastical authorities show me every
reasonable honor; far beyond my deserts.
I at times feel to decline, especially in
the Temple, for I seek not to be put before
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June 18. Examination work arranged in morning.
Spent most of day in the Temple arranging
record for next week's work. By examining
genealogical records on file in the Temple
I found a number of names of the "Talmage," 
"Tallmadge," and "Talmadge" family. I have
hope of procurring additional data. By
afternoon train Elders George Reynolds and George
Goddard of Salt Lake City came to Manti
on Sunday School business. Those brethren,
Bro. McCune and myself spent, by invitation 
a most pleasant evening at Bro. H J. <B> Marbens
Coming to the hotel late at night I gave
up my room, probably the pleasantest
in the house, to the brethren, and I ac-
companied Bro. McCune to the temple, and
stayed there all night. I am thankful
for the privilege of spending another
night in our Father's house.
June 19: Sabbath: The Sabbath-schools of the city
were assembled jointly in the Tabernacle
at 10:30 am: and a most enjoyable meeting was 
held. Elders Goddard and Reynolds took lead in

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June 19: con
the exercises. By request of those brethren, 
I addressed the schools. At the after- 
noon meeting the brethren named, and 
myself spoke to the congregation An ex-
cellent spirit prevailed. I occupied but a 
short time, as a special appointment has 
been made for me for the night, which was 
a lecture on "Atheism and Idolatry." I enjoyed 
a good degree of freedom; and the authorities 
present endorsed the lecture. May the Lord 
give increase to the seed thus sown. 
June 20. By request of the Stake authorities I 
accompanied Supt. George Goddard of the general 
Sunday School authorities, and Pres. J. B. 
Maiben to Moroni 20 miles from Manti; 
to attend there a Sabbath School Jubilee. 
We travelled by carriage, Sister Maiben and 
Elder Metcalf going with us. Two long and 
interesting sessions were held; and by request 
I spoke briefly at each of them. Took 
dinner at house of Brother Jolley. Returned 
to Manti by night, Elder Metcalf and myself, 
the rest of the party going farther to attend

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other Sabbath School gatherings. At Manti
I was delighted to find, according to expectation,
Dear Wife Maria, and son Paul. Wife has come
to take part in the Temple labors. Sister
Aretta Young is also here for the same
purpose. Administered to Sister Aretta.
June 21. Entered Temple today to attend to ordinance
of Baptism for the Dead. Offered 359 names, 200
of which were of males, and 159 females. I was
baptized personally for the 200 males: and the
females were represented by Wife May, and by
Sister Aretta Young (Proxy); and Sister Elizabeth
A.C. McCune (Proxy). These names are such as
I was enabled to gather while in England last
year, and while in the Temple this week. Among
them was a "Talmadge" who fell at the Battle
of Minnisink, Orange Co; N.Y. July 22 1779: his
name with the names of 42 of his companions
was found in a monument erected on the site
of the struggle. By counsel of the Temple authorities
I was baptized for him, and for his comrades in
death. I am thankful for the privilege of at-
tending to this work.

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June 22. 1892. Temple work continued; attending
to endowments and sealings for the dead.
(See record for particulars.) 
June 23 1892. Temple work: endowments and sealings.
At night wife and I attended a reception give
at the Temple Hotel in honor of the marriage
of Bro. Metcalf's daughter, Sarah. 
June 24. Endowments continued. This day must
end my Temple labors for the present. I am 
fully satisfied with the extent of the work
done. On this visit to the Temple we have
attended to 359 baptisms for the dead: 9
endowments and 5 sealings. May the Lord
sanctify the work.	At night, according
to previous appointment I delivered a lecture
in the Manti Tabernacle, subject "Stimulant"
and Narcotics."
June 25. Early this morning wife and I made a 
ton of inspection through the Temple, visiting
the upper and other rooms which are not
entered during the course of ordinance 
work. There at 11 o'clock we took train
for home, bidding adieu to Manti where

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we have passed so pleasant a week.
We had hoped to find at Provo our son
Sterling, who has been in charge of his
grandparents but they failed to have him
at he depot in time. I am quite love-
sick to see my boy. We reached home 
soon after 5 o'clock, finding the house
all night.
June 26. Sunday. Meetings as usual.
June 27-28. Busy on matters connected with the
School Convention, now in session in the city. This
convention has by law the duty of adopting
text books for use in the public schools
during the coming five years. Though teachers
and officers of Church Schools have, of course,
no vote in the convention, yet we are all
interested in securing the adoption of text book
which we can heartily recommend: and it is
the desire of Church school officials to adopt
the same books as are adopted by the District
Schools, thus saving expense to patrons. 
June 29. For a few days past meetings have
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the establishment of the Church University.
It has finally been decided to attempt a
beginning of work during the ensuing
season: and for this purpose, a building
is to be erected and apparatus procured. Instead
of putting up a temporary building as at
first proposed,  on the University grounds, it
has been decided to erect a house on the
grounds owned by the Latter-day Saints'
College;  the building, when vacated by
the University, becoming the property of the
College. 
June 30 In course of a consultation among
President Woodruff, Captain Young and myself,
it was decided that I would better go east,
and personally arrange for the purchase
of apparatus for University work. It is 
thought best that I visit St. Louis,
Chicago, Boston, New York, Philadelphia,
Baltimore, and Washington.
July 1. Made hurried arrangements for
departure. Left for the East, via
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July 2. Morning at 8 o'clock reached
Grand Junction Colo. here changed to
Colorado Midland Ry. Delayed during
day through an engine leaving the
track; not the locomotive of our
own train, but of a train ahead of
us. Reached Colorado Springs at
10 p.m: and there took Santa Fe line.
Should have stated earlier, that during 
the afternoon, an hour's travel east of
Leadville we passed the base of the
College range of mountains; the
three prominent peaks being named
Princeton, Yale, and Harvard. 
July 3. Still traveling. At 5.30 p.m. we
reached Lawrence Kansas: here I left
the train intending to call on Prof.
E. H. Bailey, formerly my Instructor
in Lehigh University, and now Professor
of Chemistry at the University of Kansas.
Took room at the Eldredge Hotel: and
called on Prof Bailey. Was heartily wel-
comed. Arranged for consultation tomorrow.

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July 4. The Day of Independence. Wakened
at very early hour by explosions of
bombs, and crackers, and the firing
of canon. Are we not somewhat
akin to the barbarian with his
tom-tom? We guage our enjoyment by the
noise we make. I am not in sympathy
with such noisy demonstrations. 
Spent greater part of day in company with
Prof. Bailey. Visited the State University build-
ings and took a series of notes regarding our
own fitting up. In afternoon attended for a 
very short time some of the public exercises
incident to Independence Day. An occurence
which might have resulted very seriously 
occurred. A temporary set of raised seats,
six tiers in all, upon which were seated several
hundred people suddenly collapsed; A few
people were hurt; but the many escaped
miraculously. Took evening train to
Kansas City: had to stay there two hours,
which time I employed advantageously in
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of Chicago and Alton Railway toward St. Louis.
July 5. Arrived in St Louis at 8 a.m. Took
room at the Hotel Southern. Spent most
of the day visiting Chemical Apparatus
houses. Secured good rates for our intended
purchases. Toward evening I "dropped in"
at a place where a couple of strong
men were exhibiting themselves; And such
feats of strength I have never before wit-
nessed. One of the men broke a stout
leathern strap by the expansion of his
chest: and an iron chain by the swelling 
of the biceps muscle. The other lifted
430 lbs. from the ground with his teeth; and
each of them raised that weight above
the head. Every opportunity to examine the
weights, chains, and straps, was given. 
July 6. Visited the celebrated Malinckrodt
Chemical Works. Saw the Superintendent
and proprietor, Mr Malinckrodt: and he
kindly allowed an exception to the
rule, and permitted me to inspect
the works. Received assurances of the

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good will in the matter of our chemical
supplies; though the Company is bound
by agreement to supply directly the
trade only; and deal not with institutions.
Mr. Malinckrodt promised his aid in
providing us with lecture specimens
of chemicals.
	Visited the Washington University. The
instructor in Chemistry, Dr Loederking, to
whom I had a letter of introduction from
Prof. Bailey, was away; but I was kindly
received by Prof. Johnson. I was permitted
to inspect building, apparatus etc. with
great freedom.
	Visited some of the public parks, prin-
cipally the Lafayette. Delivered a message
from my friend Bro. Holding of Salt Lake
City to his cousins – the Hervelt family, 
living on Cass Avenue. Enjoyed a good
visit with the folks. 		Took night
train (Chicago and Altonwood,) for
Chicago; leaving St Louis at nine
o'clock.

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July 7. Arrived safely in Chicago at 7 a.m.
Took room at the Palmer House. Found
awaiting me a letter from the Juvenile
Instructor Co. of Salt Lake City, informing
me that the two little scientific books,
for the authorship of which I am res-
ponsible, viz "First Book of Nature,"
and "Domestic Science." have been adopted
by the Territorial Convention of Utah, as
standard texts for the coming five
years; – this with the understanding
that new editions be gotten out, expung-
ing quotations from Church works, and
references to modern revelation, as
required by law. I am asked to obtain
cuts for the new editions while I am
East.		Visited apparatus houses
of the City: – McIntosh Battery and
Optical Co: and the National School
Furnishing Co.
July 8. Busily engaged in examining ap-
paratus and obtaining estimates of
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July 9. Finished present arrangement for ob-
taining estimates on apparatus. Received
letter from home today, dated 4". inst. All well
at the time of writing, thank God. 
July 10., Sunday. Being through with labors
in Chicago, endeavored to leave yesterday; found
that train had gone. My ticket is good today
only: and I am pressed for time: so I pre-
pared to start notwithstanding it is the
Sabbath. Being in the northern suburbs of
the City during the morning, I visited the
World's Fair Grounds at Woodlawn Park.
Immense, is all that I can say of them. I 
hope to be present at the exhibition in 1893.
Today, since early morning the trains,
and boats have been crowded with pleasure
seekers; everybody seems anxious to get out
of town. Theatres, opera-houses, and other places
of amusement are announced open: and
the Sabbath here seems to be a day of 
pleasure rather than of sanctity.
	Took afternoon train via Erie road
for Boston. Had conversation with a number

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of fellow-passengers on Utah matters.
July 11. Still travelling. Some of the pas-
sengers in the car in which I travelled
appeared greatly interested in Mormon affairs.
Nearly the whole day was spent in conversa-
tion and answering questions on the subject 
Prominent among the conversationalists 
were Mr Frank E. Plummer, Proprietor of
The Teacher's Bureau; and Mr. W. Mc Cullum,
representing the Central School Supply
House of Chicago; also, Dr James Mc Naughton
President of State Normal School, North 
Dakota. These gentlemen have asked to
correspond on subjects of religious interest. 
I trust good may come from our meeting.
July 12. Early this morning I reached 
Boston. Took room in Adams House.
By eight o'clock I was on my way to
Ritchie and Son's Apparatus establishment,
Brookline, -  a suburb of Boston. 
Spent most of morning there: being priv-
ileged to examine and test the instruments.
Then returned to Boston and in afternoon

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went out to Cambridge: when I was de-
lighted to meet a number of Utah
friends. Bro. J.M. Tanner, a colaborer of 
mine in school is here as a member of
Harvard Law School.; Bro Willard Croxall 
also - a student in Science: and a colony
of Utah young men, numbering ten: all
engaged in special courses of study. Met
also Sister Tanner, and Sis. Susa Gates of
Utah. It was a home day for me. With
Bro. Tanner's guidance I visited the Harvard
grounds, and some of the buildings. In
the Physical Laboratory, I met Prof. Hall,
and received many courtesies from him Visited
the historical tree, under which Washington
received the command of the American
Army. Visted also the home of Long-fellow, 
- to me, America's sweetest poet.
July 13. First part of the day was put in at 
the establishment of the Franklin Supply
Co. Hamilton Plase. Then visited the Mass- 
achusets Institute of Technology: examining
principally the Physical and Chemical. Met

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Prof. Crosly, of the department of Physics,
and received many favors at his hands.
Met also Mrs Richards, – a gray-haired dame,
who works in the laboratory of Sanitary
Chemistry: – rather an unusual occur-
rence. Then I went to Cambridge, and
attended a lecture and demonstration on
Physics by Instructor Bergen, at the
Harvard Physical Laboratory. Met also
Prof Hall, who together with Mr Bergen
showed me apparatus, and assisted me
much.	Later in the day I attended
a lecture by President Eliot of Harvard
on The Relation of Colleges and Secondary
Schools. He emphasized the value of the
elective system in schools, arguing that
education should proceed along the line
of least resistance,– that the child should
be taught in the easiest manner the
subjects to which his mind is adapted.
Pres. Eliot spoke of a extreme paucity
of requirements absolutely necessary to an
individual in life – summing these

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essential mental acquirements as- the
ability to handle mentally small numbers
and the power of using our mother-tongue
effectively. He referred to the uselessness
of many subjects of the school room.
After the lecture I had a conversation
with President Eliot, whom I found as
genial as when I saw him in the 
west.	Visited the Harvard Chemical
laboratory etc. Then had a short visit
with Bro. Tanner and his folks; and bade
them goodbye.
July 14. Made an early trip to Brookline,
having received word from Ritchie and 
sons that they were desirous of seeing me
again. Took Boston and Albany train at
11 a.m.; and stopped at Worcester, Mass. – an
hour's fast ride. At Worcester I visited
the Clark University, - an institution
devoted almost entirely to research
and original investigation. Received many
favors at the hands of Mr Wilson, the
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a Fellow in the Chemical department.
Met also Dr. Ikatu, – a Japanese gentleman,
and an assistant in the Chemical Laboratory.
Spent part of afternoon in the Worcester
Public Library.  Took evening train for
New Haven Conn., arriving at 8.30.
Took room at the Tontine Hotel.
Have grown quite ill today, – affected I
fear by the unwholesome waters which
I have encountered in my travels. Headache,
dysentery and fever have been growing
all day, and tonight I was scarcely able
to keep up.
July 15. Spent a very bad night. Rose late.
Visited the Yale University buildings, – for
which purpose I stayed here at New Haven.
Spent considerable time in the Chemical
Laboratory; also in the Peabody Museum, –
a fine collection finely displayed. It is, I
believe the most carefully classified collection
I have ever seen.     Took afternoon train
for New York arriving at 3.30. Took 
room at the Everett House, 4" Avenue and

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17" Sts.  Was delighted to find awaiting
me a letter from Maria, dated 8" inst.,
and bearing the gratifying news that at
that time all was well at home.
Am feeling better myself tonight.
July 16. Began work early, with apparatus
makers and dealers, particularly Einer and
Amend: Greiner & Co., McAllister & Co. Visited
the University of the City of New York.
and the Columbia College, examining the
laboratories in each case. Spent some
time in the Columbia College libraryand museum.	Was pleased to receive at
the hotel, a visit from Bros. Jumirs, F. Wells,
and Spencer Clawson of Salt Lake City; and
here on business. They are well. Eden Masee at night.
July 17 Sunday.  Early in morning I went to
Brooklyn; hoping to attend services at
the Tabernacle; but found that structured
closed for summer rest. Attended the
Church of the Messiah service, – Episcopalian.
Then witnessed closing portion of the
service at the Catholic Cathedral.

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Visited Greenwood Cemetery — that beautiful
and populous city of the departed; I scarcely
ever come to New York without crossing to
Greenwood. In the afternoon rode to
Central Park; and at night attended church
at St George's Protestant. This church
was the fourth or fifth, at which I
applied tonight: all the others were
closed. It appears usual here to take
a summer vacation in the matter
of worship.
July 18. Made call on English & Co, Mineralo-
gists, with whom I have been negotiating
relative to the Selenite deposits of Wayne
Co., Utah: (See April 12, 1892 p. 20, this book)
Spent considerable time with Bro. Junius
F. Wells, President of the Contributor Co.,
relative to the conditions of reissuing
the "First Book of Nature." The company
proposes to publish an edition of
20 000 copies, for use in the District
Schools of Utah. (See July 7, 1892 p. 91). Pres.
Wells proposed to pay me a royalty

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of so much per copy on all the books
sold: but to this I could not agree. I
do not wish to be pecuniarily concerned
in the sale of the books; else I can
never recommend the use of the books
without appearing to seek gain. A
written agreement was finally entered
into between the Contributor Co. (through
its President) and myself, that I furnish
the revised copy for the second edition
of the "First Book of Nature" by Aug. 10,
giving to the Company the exclusive
right of publication until June 30
1897, for the sum of One Thousand
Dollars, to be paid as follows; $250 — on
the last day of December 1892, and a
similar amount on the last day of
December of each succeeding year
until the whole amount is paid.
	Took afternoon train, Pennsylvania
road; and went to Philadelphia. Took
room at the Green Hotel. Arranged
for work tomorrow.
[The following is written sideways in left margin]
See January 3, 1893: page 166 this book.

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July 19. Visited Queen & Co: Walmsley & Co: and 
A.E. Foote: making arrangements for procuring 
apparatus and minerals. Took late day train 
Pennsylvania and Reading road, and went to 
Bethlehem, Pa, — my old home while a student
at the Lehigh University.  Engaged room at the 
Eagle hotel.  Though late, I went tonight to 
the Lehigh University Library,  where I have spent 
so many happy hours years ago. 
July 20. At a very early hour I was at my 
old haunts around the Bethlehem Iron 
Co., works watching the operations of the mam-
moth Blast Furnaces, also the cupolas,
converters, hammering and rolling mills,
puddling furnaces etc. In these works 
they produce one finished steel rail 
per minute. Went then to the Zinc Co.'s, 
works near by. Here the Belgian method 
of zinc smelting is carried on; and teh 
manufacture of Zinc White is pushed. 
Next visited the Lehigh University, lingering 
long in the Museum, the Laboratories and 
the Library. A new, and well equipped

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Chemical Laboratory has been erected since
I left and to examine that is that main
object of my present visit.   Called on Mr.
and Mrs. Stauffer, – the good people with whom
I lodged most of my stay in Bethlehem. They
remembered me, and were very pleased to
see me. I am gratified and surprised to
find that I am remembered by many of
the people here. Mr Stauffer told me of
some of our old class in Phonography, (which
I conducted gratuitously to assist the Work-
ingman's Club), are doing excellent work,
and commanding good wages in their
profession. This is to me the returning of
bread cast upon the waters long ago.
I can scarcely realize that I am again
treading the paths of my college days. Every-
thing here has a charm for me; yet not
the charm of long ago. The college buildings,
the professional chairs in the lecture rooms,
the faces of the stern instructors, the
museum displays, – are still to me deeply
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formidable than they were. A wise provision
of our natures enables us to remember some
points of past experience to the neglect of
others.  Now, I have looked upon Bethlehem
in the vision of my mind, as a place of 
unblemished charms; I forgot entirely the
prevalence of dust and mud; the deep
smoke and sulphurous fumes from the
furnaces etc. It is ten years <(nearly)> since I first
saw Bethlehem, and nine <(nearly)> since I left it.
Pressure of other duties compelled me to cut
my visit short. Took afternoon train to
Philadelphia; and there by good fortune I was
enabled to catch the evening express train
for Baltimore. The run between Philadelphia
and Baltimore occupied but one hour and forty-five
minutes; but one stop was made on the way
— at Wilmington Del; Such rapid trans-
portation is a matter of convenience, yet
one of constant danger. Took room at the
Eutaw Hotel, Baltimore. Took a late stroll around
the "Johns Hopkins University" buildings, my
old college home after leaving "Lihigh Univ."

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July 21. Spent most of forenoon at the Johns
Hopkins University going through the
various departments, and noting the
changes that have been made. The Chemical
laboratory received a good deal of my attention
I stood again at the desks where I have
in the past spent so much time. The
Physical Laboratory is a fair structure, newly
built. The Biological Laboratory is as grand
in its appointments as ever. The Library
has grown much since I was here before.
To my surprise I was recognised by quite
a number here.   Surely I must have made
myself very conspicuous to be remembered
among the hundreds that have come
and gone during recent years. Visited a
few points of interest in the city; and traversed
the streets of my former-day rambles. Took
late day train, and reached Washington by
a quick run, – only one hour; not a stop
between Baltimore and Washington. Put up at
the Ebbitt House. Took an evening stroll
around the Capitol and other government buildings.

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July 22. Decided to change my place of stopping.
The Ebbitt House was named to me by the
brethren at home; and mail has been sent
here; but I find the house to be a very
expensive one, – so much so that I would not
stop here were I travelling at my personal
expense entirely; and I do not feel justified
in doing so as it is. The charges are $4.00 per
day and upward. I prefer to stop at hotels
conducted on the European plan, – paying for
what I receive only. Five elegantly appointed
meals are served per day at the Ebbitt
House; but I have no use for half of them.
Exposed to great heat of this season, I find it
necessary to exercise great caution in the
matter of eating. Today therefore I left the
Ebbitt, and engaged quarters at the National
Hotel, situated on Pennsylvania Avenue,
and within an easy walk of the Capitol. I
have a room much quieter than before; and I
pay $100 per day, with meals extra as I get
them. 	This day has been a busy one.
At an early hour this morning I was

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out sight-seeing. Was at the National Museum
as soon as it was opened; Spent some
time at the Army Medical Museum. These
are grand collections of valuables. At noon
I was at the House of Representatives,
witnessing the method of proceedure.
There were so many measures brought up
while I was there; and there was such
noise, that I am unable to say what
they did. In the Senate, which I afterward
visited, there was under discussion the
recent trouble and bloodshed at Homestead Pa.,
arising out of the "strike" of the Carnegie
Steel workers. In the afternoon I witnessed
work in the Chemical Laboratory of the De-
partment of Agriculture; and paid short
visits to the exterior of the Interior Dept,
War Navy, and State Depts., Treasury, and
the White House. Also visited the Washington
Monument. Met Ex-Governor West of Utah
at the Capitol. In the evening took a
tram-ride through the suburbs Georgetown
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July 23. Word from home; all well on the 18"
inst.  Thank the Lord for the fact and for the news.
Was present at the opening of the session 
of the House of Representatives today. Met
our honored Utah Delegate, John T. Caine;
and he kindly took me through the main 
divisions of the immense building — the
Capitol.  He showed me the places of his-
torical interest; and demonstrated the wonderful
accoustic properties of the Rotunda. 
There standing at diametrically opposite 
points under the immense arch, 
90-95 feet apart we conversed in a tone 
but little above a whisper, and each 
distinctly heard the other; though there 
was much noise at the time. Again, 
stationed at the ends of the diameter in 
the shorter line of the oval, —65 feet 
apart, the voice was reflected from the 
roof, and seemed to emanate from that 
place. Again we stood near the center 
of the flow, about 6 feet apart, with 
people passing and repassing between, yet

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we could hear each others lowest times.
The beautiful brecciated or pudding-stone
marble pillars of the Rotunda are truly
remarkable. Later in the day I
visited the White House, passing through
the principal public parts of the mansion.
While I was there, President Harrison
came into the East Room, and shook
hands with all who were present.  I visited the
corridors, the Green Room, the Blue Parlor and
the Red Parlor etc. Most of the afternoon was
spent in the Museums, -National Museum,
Army Medical Museum, and Smithsonian
Institution. Visited also the State, War, and
Navy building; and in the Library saw the
original Declaration of Independence.
July 24: Utah: Pioneer Day! I could wish
I were at home. Last July 24 I was in
the crater of Vesuvius: today in Washington.
Attended service at the Metropolitan Church,
(Methodist Episcopal): listened to a sermon by
Rev. W.H. McCallister of Alexandria Va: whom
I remember hearing in Baltimore years ago

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In the afternoon prepared to leave Washington.
Am quite ill as I set out; and have been so
since yesterday. Excessive heat affects me; but
mostly the water in some parts. Travelled by
Pennsylvania Route toward Chicago, by way
of Baltimore Harrisburg and Pittsburg.
July 25. Reached Chicago in afternoon. Took
room at G[--]'s Hotel, on Clark St., near Madison.
Heat very oppressive.  Chicago, New York
and Madison papers are filled with accounts
of casualties from the heat.
July 26. Engaged part of day with the Chicago
Engraving Co., arranging cuts for new edition
of "Domestic Science". Visited the Grain
and Produce Stock Exchange; – a noisy way
of making and losing money. Serious ef-
fects of the extreme heat manifest them-
selves. Today 75 cases of sun-stroke have
been reported in this city; of these many were
fatal. On my way to the station I saw
one lady fall prostrate. She was cared for
by the officers.   Took evening train by
Chicago and Alton road for Kansas City.

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July 27. Reached Kansas City by 8.30 a.m. –
making a journey of 417 miles between
supper and breakfast. Enjoyed a two hours
stay in Kansas City; which I occupied in
seeing the city. Took Atchison, Topeka
and Santa Fe train for Colorado Springs
Judging from newspaper despatches, yes-
terday was a day of many fatalities
from the excessive heat; particularly in
Chicago, New York, Baltimore, and St Louis.
July 28. Yesterday's despatches report 95 cases
of sunstroke, 35 deaths in Chicago.
Reached Colorado Springs this morning.
Had two hours time between trains.
Cooler this morning; indeed many people
are wearing overcoats. Great contrast.
Took eleven o'clock train via Colorado
Midland Ry: westward bound.
July 29. Reached Salt Lake City at noon.
Found Wife and sons fairly well. Am
thankful to be at home again and
to be blessed with health in our family.
Busy during afternoon at Museum.

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July 30. Interview with First Presidency of the
Church relative to trip. Attended meeting
of the High Priest's Quorum.
July 31: Sunday. attended usual meetings. At
the morning Prayer Circle, by call, I addressed
the gathering, and officiated at the Altar.
August 1. Attended a called meeting of the
Salt Lake Literary and Scientific Association;
the object being the consideration of a 
means of consolidating the interests of
the Assn., and those of the Church
University. After much discussion, without
final action being taken, an adjournment
till Aug 17 was ordered.
August., 2. By appointment of the First
Presidency, Capt. Young and myself went
this day to Provo, and there extended an invitation
to Col. F.W. Parker of Boston, who is delivering
a course of lectures before the Brigham
Young Academy Summer School, to come
to Salt Lake City, and lecture in the Tabernacle.
The gentleman accepted. Attended the exercises
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the afternoon I went to the Farm and enjoyed
a visit with the folks. Found all moderately
well; that is, all who are at home. Nothing
has been heard of my brother John; who left home
determined to take his fortune in his hands and
see the world for himself, now two years ago.
In my travels I have looked into the faces
of thousands; but have never seen him
since he last called at our house in Salt
Lake City, in August or September 1890. May the
Lord guide and guard the wandering boy.
Aug. 3. Returned to Salt Lake City.
Aug. 4. Took part in administering to
Bro McGregor; a resident of our ward;
suffering from a sever attack of fever and
chills. He has been bedfast now for
five or six weeks. His great ambition is
to live to see the Temple in this city
completed, and to take blessings there. For
40 years he has worked upon it, as a
stone cutter; often, he tells me, living on the
coarsest food, that he might continue his
labor there, rather than follow some more

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remunerative but more worldly occupation His
hands are calloused; and his back bent from his
labors on the House of the Lord.  Surely he has a
blessing in waiting.
August 6. (Attended Stake Priesthood Meeting.
Administered to Bro. McGregor. He remains very low.
August 7. Sunday. Usual meetings. In the
afternoon Bro. Wm. B. Dougall and I, acting as a
committee for the purpose, met Col. Parker
and wife, and escorted them to the hotel; thence
to the Tabernacle. In the evening Col. Parker
delivered a lecture before an audience of about
7000 people; subject "The Child." His remarks
were earnest and capable of doing good.
Aug 8: and 10:     On each occasion I took part
in administering to Bro. McGregor.
August 7. According to appointment, I went
this day to Provo, to take part in the
program of the B.Y. Academy Summer
School and Teacher's Institute. During the
morning session I delivered a lecture on
"School Cabinets", and during the afternoon
I spoke on "Teaching Elementary Science in Schools."

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Both addresses seemed to be well recieved;
and numerous questions on the subjects treated
were presented. I returned home by evening
train.
August 14. Sunday. Usual meetings. At
the afternoon Tabernacle services I res-
ponded to a call of the presiding officer,
and addressed the assembly. The main
subject upon which my mind was led was
that "The Sabbath Day." May the Lord sanc-
tify the feeble words. There was an unusually
large gathering of people; not less than
9000 being present.
	This evening I accompanied and assisted
the Bishopric of the Second Ward in administer-
ing to Bro. McGregor. I have administered to him
daily since last mention. I have a conviction
that all is well with him, though I feel
that he will likely pass away. Assisted the
Bishopric also in administering to Bro.
Abraham Duffin; an elderly man, who has
suffered long and greatly. He prays for
death almost incessantly.

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Aug. 15. Today, and for several days past,
I have officiated as a member of a committee
appointed by the First Presidency to
examine the Mss. of a book written by Pres.
B. H. Roberts. The Committee consists of Elders
John Nicholson, and George Reynolds, and myself. The
proposed work treats on "Ecclesiastical History".
We meet daily at 3.30, and listen to the reading
of the manuscript.
August 17.  Attended the meeting of the Salt
Lake Literary and Scientific Association
adjourned to this date from Aug. 1. No def-
inite line of action relative to the proposed
consolidation of the Association named, and
the Church University was adopted, owing
to legal difficulties still in the way.
At a meeting of the Directors of the
Salt Lake Literary and Scientific Association
held after the preceding, action was
taken establishing a special compensation
for myself of $50.00 since January 1" last.
This, with the salary paid by the General
Board of Education makes my total

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salary $3000.00 per year; – an income which
I scarcely even expected to receive. I find
good use for the means that reaches my
hand; and I do not believe that the
family sqaunders on amusements or friv-
-olities. I am able to pay, and I do pay now,
$25 – per month to the Temple fund: $25 – per
month tithing, and the same amount as
an aid to father and mother. Surely the
Lord blesses me beyond my deserts, and,
though I am not engaged in money-specula-
tions or financial enterprises, means come
to me to fully meet my wants. May the
Lord make me thankful for this.
Tonight, I administered to Bro. McGregor and
to Bro. Duffin. Last night and the night
before I administered to the first named. These
brethren are aged, and both seem about to
pass away.
Aug. 18. Dr. Seymour B. Young and myself
visited the sewer pump on the banks
of the Jordan River; and there we found
that the published stories of the con-

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taminative of the river by sewer filth are
in every particular well founded. The
statements of the city officials notwith-
standing, the sewage is carried into the
river, and the state of the stream is horrible.
We collected water for analysis: intending
to investigate.
Aug. 22. Brothers Duffin and Mc Gregor of our
ward are still very ill. Since last mention
I have called upon them almost daily,
administering to one or the other, and
oftentimes to both of them each day.
Aug. 27. Have taken part in administering
to the sick brethren in our ward almost
daily since last writing. There are both
low in strength, and it would seem to be
the Lord's purpose to soon take them
home: but His ways are not always plain
to us. For two days past, we have been admin-
istering to our sweet son Paul, who is
very sick—vomiting, diarrhrea, high fever,
caused we believe by [-]teething.
This day marked the regular time for
[The following is written sideways in left margin]
Aug. 26. Took part in administering to Bro. John Quigley of Payson, now lying in
a critical condition at the "Holy Cross" Hospital, having passed an operation for the removal
of a large tumor.

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the monthly meeting of the Stake High
Priests' Quorum.  By previous request and
appointment from the President, I delivered
an address there; subject "The Sin of
Blasphemy".
Aug. 28.  Sunday.  Attended usual meetings.
At the appointment of the authorities, Elder
A. W. Carlson and I officiated as Home
Missionaries in the Sixth Ward.  An excellent
meeting.		This day I received an official
communication from the Secretary of the
American Association for the Advancement
of Science, notifying me that on the 16" of
the present month I was elected by vote
to membership in the Association.  This
organization is a very august and influential
one; and membership in it is deeply
prized generally.  I am at a loss to know
who has proposed me for membership,
but I suppose it must have been one of
my former Professors, as personal knowledge
of the candidate is required of the one making
the nomination. The brethren in authority

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have counselled me to accept those dis-
tinctions whenever they come to me.
Aug. 29.  By invitation I went this morning
to Ogden, and attended the dedicatory
services of the Weber Stake Academy.
A most enjoyable time it was indeed.
Pres. Lorenzo Snow and Apostle F. D. Richards,
of the Quorum of the Twelve: General
Superintendant Maeser and Sec'y. George 
Reynolds of the General Board of
Education, Hon Jus. J. Caine, and nearly
or quite all of the Stake authorities were
present. Pres. Snow offered the dedicatory
prayer. The Spirit of God rested with the
Assembly from the beginning till the
close of the exercises.  Many brethren spoke.
Bro. Maeser uttered a prophecy, which was
endorsed by the Apostles present that
the day would soon come when instead
of our young men going east to study,
there would be a tide toward Zion of
people seeking truth.  I spoke, by re-
quest; and I never have felt more like

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 Aug. 29; con. 
prophesying in my life.  After the
dedicatory services, an excellent repast
was served in the Fifth Ward Institute
building.  In the afternoon Prest.
Shuntliff of Weber Stake conducted the
visiting brethren around the beautiful
city: a very pleasant ride.  I then enjoyed
a short visit with my old friend and
instructor, Thomas Hadley.  Returned home
at night.
Aug. 31.  At night, I attended the regular
monthly Home Missionary Meeting
Sept. 1.  Board of Examiner meetings morning
and night.  Dear Bro. Maeser honored us with his
society as our guest tonight.
Sept. 4  Sunday.  Yesterday and today
I attended meetings of the Stake Conference.
An excellent spirit prevailed.
Sept. 5.  Went this day to Payson, and
attended the funeral ceremonies of
Sister Claussa Jane Webb; mother of
Zella Webb, whose name has often
occurred in my Journal (See Vol IV p 45)

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Mother Webb died of heart trouble.  Her
death was rapid,  and almost entirely
unexpected.  Tis a blessing to pass
away so.  What a joyous meeting there
must have been on the other side,
between the daughter who suffered so
terribly and so long; and the mother who
watched over her with such solicitous
care.  By request of the Bishop, I
spoke at the funeral.  May she
rest in peace. 	Stayed at night
at the house of Bro. Fairbanks.
Sept. 6  Returned home; stopping
between trains on the farm, and visiting
with the folks. Found all fairly well.
At night administered to Bro. Mc-
Gregor, and Bro. Duffin; both of whom
appear very low.
Sept. 7.  Went to St. Mary's hospital,
 and assisted in administering to Bro.
John Quigley; there suffering from
the effects of a painful operation.
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Sept. 9.  Attended the funeral of Bro. Abraham
Duffin, who died yesterday after a great
period of suffering.  Several spoke at
the services, myself among the number.
Sept. 11. Sunday.  At the morning Prayer Circle,
I officiated in consecrating the oil.  In
the evening by previous agreement; I
went to Ogden, and there delivered a
lecture on "Atheism and Idolatry" under
the auspices of the 53" Quorum of
Seventies.  The meeting was held in
the Tabernacle; the building was crowd-
ed. An excellent spirit prevailed
there.  Stayed at night at residence
of Bro. Goddard, one of the Presidents
of the Quorum.
Sept. 12.  Attended the funeral services
of Bro. Wm. McGregor who passed away
in peace on the 10th. The services were held
in the meeting-house.  A great number
of brethren spoke: I among them.  Bro.
McGregor has passed away, ripe in
years and usefulness.

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Sept. 16.  By request I was present during
an operation performed by Dr Wilson and
assistants on Bro. Wm Beniah Goodwin, a member
of our Ward.  I have already administered
to him several times.  He suffered for a
long time with cancer in the right arm;
until at length that member was removed
a few inches below the shoulder.  As he has
suffered intense pain since the operation,
it was thought probable by the physician
that the ends of the severed nerves were
in some manner compressed.  The stump
was cut open, and the nerves severed higher
up.  He was resting comfortably tonight
after the operation.
Sept. 18.  Sunday.  Attended usual meetings.
In evening at Second Ward Meeting,
I addressed the congregation by request
of the Bishop.		(Sept. 20: omission, see p. 125)
Sept. 21  Went to the shores of the Salt
Lake to study the living creatures in the
water.  In the evening, wife and I at-
tended a lecture on "Personal Culture" by

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Edmund Russel. – This day is my
natal anniversary: today I complete
my thirtieth year.  One of my former
fellow teachers, Bro. Richard Haag
presented me with a poem of his
own composition in the German tongue
full of praises and (I fear) undeserved
compliments.  The occurrence of the
day stirs within me thoughts deep,
significant, and not wholly pleasing;
for, in reviewing my life, the "Might-have
been," rises like a mound of stone
in what should have been a fair
level, well-tilled field.  The few little
successes are hidden by the many whole
or partial failures.  I sincerely feel
that with the opportunities afforded me
by the Ever-kind Father, much should
have been accomplished ere this.
My sole hope and consolation is that
I may be spared to do something worthy
of my Father's approbation; and that in
the direction of His choosing.

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Sept. 20. <(Omission)>  Delivered a lecture on "David, King
of Israel", before the combined Improvement 
Associations of the Second Ward.
Sept. 24  Attended the monthly meeting of the
High Priests' Quorum.  In the afternoon
attended a meeting of the Church Board of
Examiners.
Sept. 25.  Sunday.  In company with the Bishop
Counsellors, visited and administered to 
Sister Louise Vesang, and Bro. Beniah Goodwin
of our ward.  Visited also Sister Sorenson, an
elderly lady who is very ill.  At 11:30 a.m.
attended the funeral services of Bro. J.W.
Burbidge, of the 17" ward; and by request
addressed the people with others. Bro.
Burbidge has been Secretary, and a faithful
member of our Prayer Circle since I
joined the same.  His spirit has been that
of the child; and I have remarked
on more occasions than one, that I
regarded him as destined for a higher
sphere.  He was in truth a great and a
good man. 	In the evening, by

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Sept. 25. (con.)				

appointment, Elder Jos. Dean and I officiated
as Home Missionaries in the Eighth Ward.
An excellent spirit prevailed there.
Sept. 27.  Daily since last writing, and in-
cluding this day I have administered or taken
part in administering to Sisters Vesang,
and Sorenson, and to Brother Goodwin of
our ward.  The blessing of God attended
the ordinances.  This day, by invitation,
I went to the Lake, at Saltair, ac-
companying Captain D. L. Davis and Bro.
Douglas Swan.  There we took the little
yacht of Capt. Davis, the "Cambria" and
had a delightful sail to Garfield Beach
where the boat was put up for the
season.  My chief object in going was
to examine more fully the life of the
lake.  By means of a tow-net I gathered
many thousand of the antemia fertilis
or brine shrimp.  Indeed we could have
caught a bushel of them I am sure.
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that these tiny crustaceans would prove
a palatable and nutritious food. We cooked
about a pound of them: first washing
them with fresh water: then frying them
with a little butter. The result was a
delicious dish. Each of the brethren and
myself pronounced the flavor excellent.
The water near the surface is full of
them: and any number, perhaps I should
say any quantity, could be taken. The
fact of their palatability and nutritive
nature, if known generally, might
prove of value: for people have been
adrift on the lake or wrecked on the
shores without food. The fear expressed by
some men of science that even if fish
could be acclimated to the Lake they
would perish because of a lack of food
is I believe unfounded.
Sept. 28. Attended Missionary Meeting. Took
part in administering to the child
of Bro. Jas. H. Moyle, Also administered to
our boys Sterling and Paul, both of whom

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were stricken down within an hour
with hoarseness, and symptoms of c[---]p.
Sept. 29. Wife May's birthday. Today she
completes her 24" year, in good health, and I
trust in happy spirits.
Oct. 1 Attended monthly stake Priesthood Meet-
ing.
Oct. 2 Sunday. Administered to several sick
persons in the Ward; as I have done almost
daily of late. By request went to Waterton,
a suburb of the city on the south: and
there took part in administering to
Sister Fern.
Oct. 4. Today I was visited by a reporter
of the "Deseret News" staff; he asking
questions regarding the shrimps etc. in
the lake; which subject I have been in-
vestigating of late. As a result, this even-
ing's edition of the paper contains a sen-
sational half column, full of inaccuracie
I am credited with being an original discover,
where I have found nothing new; and am
said to have declared that fish could certainly

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live in the lake: all of which I did not say.
This day, by request of Bro. and Sister Jas
H. Moyle I attended the funeral services of
their infant son; and spoke at the time.
Took part in administering to Bro. Wm M
Stewart, who lies low with typhoid fever and
to Sis. Sorenson, who seems to be dying
from general debility and the feebleness of
age. And such is life: a mingling
of health, sickness, and death.
Oct. 5. The Deseret News publication of
yesterday concerning the living things
of the Salt Lake seems to have attracted
considerable attention. This morning
the Salt Lake Herald treats on the subject
in a ludicrously inaccurate way. Some
of the statements with which I am credited
have scarcily a resemblance of truth. Even
the "Tribune" man, Pat Laman, talked with
me about the life in the lake: and Governor
Thomas came specially to to see me, desiring to
incorporate mention of the matter in his
official reports to the U.S. Government.

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Oct.6. Today the General Conference of 
the church opened. The attendance of 
people is very large. The full Presidency
and ten of the Apostles are present.
Attended both meetings today; excellent
instructions were given.
Oct. 7. Attended conference meetings. Same
good spirit of instruction continues.
Subject of the Temple, which it is hoped
will be dedicated in April next received
great attention. Apostle F.D. Richards spoke
in favor of making an effort at spread-
ing the Gospel by distributing Church
works at the coming World's Fair. In
the evening, I attended, and by special and
previous request addressed the Primary
Association Conference, in the Assembly
Hall. I endeavored to speak on the
subject of "Parents' duty to children." Leaving
the Primary Association meeting as soon
as my address was finished: I went 
to the Priesthood meeting in the Tabernacle.
Among the most important of the topics

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touched upon were the observance of the word of
wisdom, and the extravagance which seems
to be growing among some of the saints.
Oct. 8. Conference meetings again. Excellent time.
Repeated instructions on the subject of the
word of wisdom, and duties regarding the
Temple.
Oct. 9. Sunday. Meetings morning and after-
noon: and for me Prayer Circle meeting between
Conference adjourned today; after a most
successful session.
Oct 10 This morning, as is usual after
the adjournment of conference, a meeting
of the Presidency of the Church, the other
general officers, and the Stake and
Ward authorities, was called. I was
present by invitation, and by the right
of a former call as a High Council
member. The meeting was held in the
Temple: and this itself was signif-
icant. The meeting was in many
ways remarkable. An excellent spirit
was manifested by everyone who spoke.

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The subject of completion of the Temple
was one of the chief topics spoken
upon; and the officers present were
asked to appeal to the people. One of
the stake officers suggested that those
present set the example of contributing
to the cause; this was approved, and
in a very few minutes $50,000 was
subscribed; nearly everyone present
giving something. Surely the people
ought now to respond also. Pres. Wood-
ruff spoke in an affecting manner
regarding the great labor for which
Temples are erected. He testified that
in the St. George Temple, the signers
of the Declaration of Independence
came to him, pleading that vicarious
work for them should be done. So
said the President, are thousands waiting
for this work to be attended to for
them. The spirit of liberality
manifested itself there very
strongly. Several of the brethren

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subscribed $2000 apiece. I know that the
Lord blesses as well as loves the cheerful
giver. After the last spring conference, at
which I with the rest promised to
furnish the means necessary to
complete the Temple, I was asked to
sign a paper, specifying the amount
I would pay during the year. I promised
$300 - and was told that amount was
large considering my income. But
the Lord has blessed me greatly, and today
I felt able to make my subscription
$200 larger, making $500 in all. I doubt
if a like amount of means was ever raised
in the church so quickly and so easily
as at the meeting today. It is an occasion
long to be remembered.
October 12. According to previous arrange-
ments with Bro. Franklin W. Young of
Fremont Wayne, Co., I started today
toward the place named, there to join
Bro. Young, and together to begin work
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region.  (See April 11-12 1892: p.17-19) this book).
Went by rail to Salina: Bro. Young's
daughter Anetta went also. At Salina
we were met by Bro. Jas. Taylor, Bro.
Young's son-in law. We started by wagon;
drove to Vermillion; and went into camp
at 9 p.m. A very cold night.
Oct. 13. Up and travelling before it
was fully light. Heavy frost; very
cold. Reached Fremont at 11 p.m. In the
clear cold air on the high divide between
Grass Valley and Rabbit Valley, the stars
were particularly brilliant. With the
unaided vision I was able to distinctly
see two of the then moons of Jupiter
A powerful field glass verified the obser-
vation; and revealed a third moon,
which the eye had not perceived.
Sister Anetta Young is quite ill from
the cold to which she was exposed
on the journey. This day's travel has
been fully 45 miles: and that with a
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Oct. 14.  After an early morning conversation
between Bro. Young and myself it was
decided that we prepare for as early a
start as possible.  However night came on
and we were still unready.  This to me was
a great disappointment, for I have not a
day to lose.  Bro. Young had wagons to repair,
horses to shoe; hay and grain to load; a hoisting
apparatus to get ready for use at the Selenite
mound. During the day I visited the hills
around Fremont, and enjoyed a brief study
of the formations.
Oct. 15.  The "early start" with the thought
of which we consoled ourselves last night
came along about 11 o'clock.  Then there was
a long stop, to procure additional supplies
at Loa; and nightfall found us near Thurber,
only about 15 miles from Bro. Young's house.
Tomorrow is the Sabbath, upon which we
do not intend to travel: so we have decided
to wait near the settlements, and attend meeting
with the people tomorrow, though we could
have pushed forward several miles more.

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tonight. We camped on the premises of
Bro. George Chaffin,  a great friend of
Bro. Young's. Bro. Chaffin and family
were very kind to us. We found warm
quarters for sleeping in the stable; which
afforded us a good protection from the
high and cold wind prevailing. We
are travelling with three wagons, and
eight animals of burden, - a team of
two horses for each wagon, and an extra
pair to use as auxilliaries on heavy roads,
or as riding animals. The wagons are
loaded with hay and grain for the beasts
of burden, provisions for ourselves, and
instruments and tools. Our party consists
of five, - Bro. Young; his son Leroy, a
young man- George Brian, and a boy 
Andreas Anderson. I am very anxious
to reach the deposit of Selenite, there to
begin work: for, from rumors that have come
to me there are parties who would like
to establish a claim to it. We have done
all that the law requires as preliminaries

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to the claim: and we only have to take
possession. The material has no money
value at all: and its use is only as
scientific specimens.
Oct. 16. Sunday.
	Returned to Thurber and attended meeting
during the afternoon.  Bro. Young and I
addressed the people.  The meeting was
an excellent one: and the people re-
quested us to hold another meeting
at night: but this we could not do
owning to other arrangements. We
were kindly entertained at the residence
of Bishop Meeks.  In the evening we
drove to Teasdale; and were kindly
received and treated by Bishop Coleman
and family.  A meeting had been called
at the house of a Sister Williams: and
the room was crowded.  It is said to be
the largest meeting held in Teasdale for
a long time.  A good spirit prevailed.
Bro. Young and myself addressed the people.
Returned to camp late at night.

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Oct. 17.  Broke camp early.  Passed by way of
Junction, through the Grand Wash.  Camped
at dark within three miles of the mouth of
Fremont Canon.
Oct. 18  Started soon after daylight.  By the
time we reached the mouth of the Fremont
Canon, we had forded the Fremont, or Dirty
Devil River, (yesterday and today,) 33 times.  Leaving
the river we passed up the South Wash. and by
11 o'clock were at the Selenite Mound (See
April 12, 1892, p. 20 this book.)  Began work upon it.
Oct 19, 20:  Continued work excavating selenite.
Took out some superb crystals.
Oct. 21.  It had been my hope to conclude my labors
here and start homeward at once; but the work
of removing the Selenite crystals has progressed
very slowly, owing to lack of proper implements.
At day-break today one of our party (Leroy Young)
started back to Fremont, going by way of the
Desert to obtain blasting utensils and material.
This afforded me an opportunity of sending a
letter home, from the wilderness.  It is probable
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longer.  This day has been set apart by official
proclamation as "Columbus Day", and great prep-
arations for appropriate celebrations throughout
the United States have been made. I would wish
to have been at home to have taken part in
the patriotic demonstrations.
Oct. 22. Yesterday and today work has been con-
tinued. In accordance with a proposition of
Bro. Young's he and I went this afternoon to
Aldridge, - a small branch of the Church situated
down the river, about 10 miles from our camp. Bro.
Young has charge of the Home Missionary af-
fairs in this part of the Sevier Stake; and he
wishes to pay the Saints here an official visit
We found Aldridge to comprise in all nine fam-
ilies; and I doubt if any of them have neighbors within
half a mile. We went to Bro. Richard Crowther, the
Presiding Elder of the Branch; and stayed upon
his premises at night, sleeping in our wagon.
Bro. Crowther has just moved upon his present
homestead, and as yet he hasn't even a house in
which to live: a little shanty only, perhaps 12
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so that one has to stoop more and more in
walking across the room.  A small stove stand
in one corner; and at night the top is removed
and the light and the smoke from the flaming
wood escape into the room together.  A large
part of the space is occupied by garden pro-
ducts,  onions fill the room beneath an impro-
vised bedstead: tomatoes are stored in a corner,
cucumber and squash kept for seed are found in
another part.  In these restricted quarters, Bro.
and Sis. Crowther, with four children live.  Yet the
people seemed heartily pleased at our visit: and
they extended to us the hospitality of their little
home with an openness of heart which would have
graced a palace.  I am glad we have come, for
I believe our presence has cheered the humble oc-
cupants of this humble place.
Oct. 23. Sunday.  Before breakfast we climbed to the
top of a hill in the neighborhood, and procured a
number of fossil marine shells.  At 11 o'clock,
we attended the combined Sunday School and
Sacrament Meeting.  There were present, eleven
children, ten adults including ourselves, and five

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children in arms. Everything about the house and
the proceedings was of the most primitive form,
yet the Spirit of God abounded in the meeting.
After the Sunday School exercises were over,
Bro. Young and I addressed the people. We
stopped a short time, and ate, at the house of
Bro. Durfee, after which we returned to camp,
arriving soon after dark. Bro. Crowther accom-
panied us; he having been engaged by Bro. Young
to assist in the work at the Selenite beds.
Tonight Bro. Leroy Young returned to camp,
bringing blasting apparatus, and other utensils.
He brought me also a letter from home, dated, a week
ago. All the loved ones were at that time well,
and I trust they are so still. A newspaper
which was brought to us, conveyed the sad news
that Bro. David Cannon, a son of Pres. Geo. Q. Cannon
had died in his field of missionary labor in Germany
on Monday last. This makes three missionaries
who have recently died in their fields of labor.
Oct. 24. Spent day in working the Selenite. I see
no need of my staying here longer, so I prepared
to leave tomorrow.

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Oct. 25.  Bro. Young and I started toward Fremont
travelling horseback, and going by way of
the desert.  It had been our plan to carry my
instruments, camera etc. by means of a pack
horse; but the animal intended for this service
strayed off during the night, and I was com-
pelled to leave all paraphernalia to be sent
home by freight. Our way today lay through
a most remarkable country, notable for its
evidences of extensive erosion and weathering.
Mountains are sculptured in every style of
architecture.  We climbed the so-called "Thousand
Lake Mountain," and travelled for a time
amid freshly fallen snow, and ice.  Reached
Fremont about 8 p.m.  Was delighted to find a
letter with good tidings from home.
Oct. 26.  Having now no baggage to carry, I urged
on Bro. Young the lack of necessity of sending
a team, wagon, and driver, to convey me
to Salina.  He reluctantly yielded, and fitted
me out with a horse and saddle, with which
I set out about 10 a.m.  Through a misunder-
standing of the directions, I took the wrong

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road; and soon found myself among the cedars and
pines on the mountain west of Fremont. This
delayed me fully an hour. Travelled steadily
forward; and by 9 p.m. reached the house of
Sister Nebeker, where it was my purpose
to stay during the night. Was disappointed
however to find noone at home. My horse
was too tired to go on farther, having traversed
nearly or quite fifty miles today; so I took
the liberty of feeding the animal from the
hay-stack at Nebeker's; and I prepared to
pass the night in the straw; having no
bedding of any kind aside from the small
saddle rug. At intervals I would get up
and run about to keep warm. The night
seemed a long one; never before have the
stars moved so slowly. Sleep was out of
question owing to the intense cold. Yet how
very much worse might have been my
situation! If rain or snow had been falling:
or heavy cold winds prevailing, or if I
had been denied even the shelter of the
straw pile I might have suffered much more.

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Oct. 27. Was on the way long before day-
break. Reached Salina by 8.30 a. m. Left
the horse in care of Bro. Crane, according
to Bro. Young's desires. Took 10.30 a.m. train
for home, arriving in Salt Lake City at 4.45.
At home I was delighted to find all fairly
well; wife and sons were pleased to greet me.
May's mother, good-hearted Sister Booth is
visiting at the house.
Oct. 29. Attended monthly meeting of the
High Priest's Quorum. Took part in admin-
istering to the child of Bro. Willard Done.
Oct. 30. Sunday. Late last night I received
a message from Bro. Geo .Q. Cannon, saying
that it had been his intention to go today to
South Bountiful Davis Co., there to attend the
funeral services of Bishop Wm. Brown of
that place; but that ill health prevented him
going; and he requested that I go, presenting
his regrets and condolences. This I did today,
going by  Hot Springs Ry. The services
were impressive. Bp. Brown has been, ac-
cording to the testimonies of those who

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knew him best, an earnest worker. His age was
77 years. A number of speakers bore tribute to his
memory in a brief but feeling manner. Pres. Seymour
B. Young spoke by request: so also did I.
Bro. Young and I returned to the city by buggy
after the services.		In the evening
I attended meeting in our own ward, the
Second; and by request of the Bishopric I
addressed the assembly. Two other brethren
bore brief testimonies before I spoke. After
meeting I assisted the bishopric in
administering to Sis. Jose Groesbeck.
wife of Mr Groesbeck.
Oct. 31 Administered to the 8 year old
daughter of Bro. Peterson formerly Bishop
of our ward, now a resident of Waterloo, a
southern suburb of the city.
November 1. As a result of a meeting of
the Deseret Museum Committee, held
yesterday, I went today by train to Salina,
then to make arrangements regarding
the storing and shipping of the
Selenite. It is deemed beset to hold the

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Selenite crystals at Salina till at least 10 tons
have been hauled there; and then to charter a
car for the safe transportation of the same
to Salt Lake City. Met Bro. Franklin W. Young
at Salina tonight, and made arrangements as
desired. Stayed at Bro. Elias Crane's.
Nov. 2 1892. Returned to Salt Lake City. In the
evening by request I took part with Bro.
Hansen, a neighbor, in administering to
his wife.
Nov. 3. Fast day. I attended the Fast Meeting
at the Latter-day Saints' College; the
pleasure of doing which I have promised
myself on many occasions; but oppor
tunity has really not offered itself
before since the severing of my con-
nection with the college in January
last. I found today the same good
spirit and thrilling experiences under
the influences of fasting and prayer
as of old. I took part with others
in addressing the assembly of
teachers and students.

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Nov. 4 Through all the excitement on
political matters, which has for some
time predominated in Utah I have re-
mained neutral and silent until today:
when I so far departed from my usual
course as to deliver an address on the
"Politics of the hour." I was announced to
speak to the Civil Government Class at
the College; but I found all the stu
dents and teachers assembled at the
appointed time. My address was
aimed at the prevailing disunion and
partizan hate manifesting itself among
the people. Tolerance of ideas opposed to
our own was urged. I pray that the
address may at least do a little good.
Nov. 5. Attended monthly Stake Priest-
hood meeting.
Nov. 6. Sunday. Attended usual meetings.
At the Prayer Circle meeting, by call,
I addressed the assembly. In the evening
Elder Oscar Moyle and I officiated as Home
Missionaries in the Tenth Ward. A good time

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Nov. 8. This is national and territorial election
day. The campaign leading up to this
event has been a long and a bitter one.
In Utah party feeling has run high and
many men who have been seemingly
brothers in heart and hand for so
many years are now arraigned against
each other. Some have manifested
such a spirit of hatred that I wonder
how they can possible commune to-
gether at the sacrament. Late tonight
sufficient of the election returns were
in to show the victory to be on the
side of the democratic party, with
the unscrupulous "liberal", party in
power in the county of Salt Lake.
National returns show that the democrats
have gained a sweeping victory,
securing not only the Presidency and
the Vice Presidency, (Grover Cleveland,
and Adlai Stevenson,) but also a
majority of senators and representatives
in congress. The democratic delegate,

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now delegate-elect from Utah is Mr Joseph
Rawlins, a Utah man, of "Mormon"
parentage, but an ardent fighter of
the cause. He is a typical apostate.
I trust that all will be overruled for
good.
Nov. 9. Election reports still arriving
show the victory of the democratic
party to be overwhelming.
Today I went to the Salt Lake, at
Saltair Beach; to study the lake
phenomena; and especially to look
for shrimps, – artemia fertilis.
After 2½ hours constant "fishing" I
found myself possessed of three. How-
ever I found the eggs of the creature and
this is encouraging.
Nov. 13. Sunday. This day has been set
by the First Presidency as a day for
memorial services in honor of all
the missionaries who have died in
their fields of labor. The special
occasion is that of the burial of

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Elder David Hoagland Cannon; son
of Pres. George Q Cannon. The young man
died in Germany, - his appointed
field of labor on the 17" of last month.
It was requested that the relatives of
all the missionaries who have met
death in their fields of work should
be present today; and as wife had a
brother <Richard T. Booth> die while on a mission to the
North-western States in October 1887 I deemed it
proper and indeed necessary that she
should attend the services; so, as she
had no one with whom to leave the
children, I stayed at home to tend
them. She brings me word that the
services were impressive and in every
way instructive.
Tonight we administered to our
children, both of whom are affected
with threatened throat inflammation
and lung troubles. The season is trying
to the health even of vigorous adults, and
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Nov. 20 Sunday. By appointment, Elder
Nathanial V. Jones and I visited the
Eighteenth Ward and spoke in the interests
capacity of Home Missionaries.
Nov. 26. Attended monthly meeting of the
High Priests' Quorum. Elder Joseph E.
Taylor of the Stake Presidency spoke
there, amongst other gentlemen. He
referred to the longevity of people in
ancient times; and stated that the
Prophet Joseph in traversing the
land of Adam ondi Ahman stated that
in that place, Father Adam when
more than 900 years old had caught
his game for food by fair running.
This I believe Bro. Taylor expressed
on his own authority, and as his own
belief. I cannot vouch for the fact: but
shall enquire farther concerning it.
Nov. 27. - Sunday. At the morning
Prayer Circle I officiated by ap-
pointment in consecrating the
oil. As Elder Edward Snelgrove and I

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were entering the Tabernacle for
the afternoon services, we were re-
quested to go at once to Sister Banatts
in the 17" Ward to administer to a
sick lady there. We found Sister
Watson, wife of Bro Jos. Watson, suf-
fering severe pain: from what is
supposed to be an affection of
the liver. We administered, as requested
being assisted by Elder L. John Nuttill;
and by the blessing of God, the sufferer
obtained relief. (See page 
).
In the evening, according to
previous arrangement and an-
nouncement, I delivered a lecture
at the Theatre as one of the
Star Course of Lectures, on Benj.
amin Franklin. The audience and
the attention bestowed were flattering.
This is a course of lectures an-
nounced under the management
of Mr Charles Ellis, a "nonmormon,"
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great interest in Utah affairs, and who
seems to have considered the situ-
ation with greater impartiality than
is customary with outsiders. The
course has received the approval
of the authorities, and I consented 
to add my mite in the cause.
Nov. 28. Obeying an early call, I
administered to Sister Hansen, a
neighbor, who is suffering the 
results of fever and kindred disturb-
ances following childbirth.
Nov. 29. In the evening I delivered a
lecture, subject "The Name we bear"
under the auspices of the Young
Peoples' Associations of the Eighth
Ward. Good attendance, and an excellent
spirit during the meeting.
Dec. 1 Went south by morning train;
and spent the day with the folks
on the Farm. Delighted to find all
well. Called on my sisters Sadie and
Alice. In the evening went to Provo,

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and according to previous appointment
delivered a lecture on "Method in Study"
under the auspices of the "Pedagogium"
an organization of the Normal Department
of the Brigham Young Academy. The
large hall was filled, and a pleasant,
I trust a profitable time was spent.
Returned home by midnight train.
Dec. 3, Attended Priesthood Meeting.
In conversation with Elder L. John Nuttall
yesterday, I was encouraged and pleased 
to learn that our administration to
Sister Watson, on Sunday last, while she
was in such intense agony, was honored
of God, and the sister obtained speedy
relief (see page 152)
Dec. 4 Sunday. By request of the Stake
Presidency I went this afternoon to the
Utah Penetentiary, and there held divine
service with the inmates. A picked
choir of five voices furnished the music.
I trust that good will result from the 
feeble but sincere effort.

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Dec. 9. In the evening I delivered a lecture
before the Students' Society of the Latter-day
Saints' College; subject- "Waste not, want 
not." I felt glad to meet the students 
of the institution in which I passed
so many happy months.
Dec. 10. By request I delivered a lecture
this morning before the Salt Lake 
County Teachers' Institute, held at the
University of Utah; subject,  "School 
Cabinets,"	By afternoon train, 
according to previous arrangement, 
I went to Morgan City, and in 
the evening delivered an address 
there on educational topices before
the teachers and people. The meeting
was held at the Morgan Stake
House,  a large structure, in 
which no arrangementes have been
made for artificial lighting, as
night meetings are very rarely held 
there. A few small house lamps, 
and a couple of lanterns were all

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that could be obscurity and in the
midst of obscurity I spoke to the
people for an hour. The night was
a very inclement one, but there was
a fairly large, and a very appreciative
audience. Stayed at night at the
Morgan Hotel.
Dec. 11 Sunday. Returned to Salt Lake
by morning train, - just in time
for Prayer Circle. Had barely time
to go home and eat lunch with the
folks, before I left again, - for Provo,
at which place I delivered an evening
lecture on Blasphemy, the occasion
being the conference of the Young
Men's Mutual Improvement Asso-
ciation of the Stake. Returned
home by midnight train.
Dec. 12. Attended a meeting of the
Young University Board of Trustees.
Elders John Nicholson and Geo. Reynolds,
and I continued our sitting as a 
committee appointed by the First

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Presidency to examine a book written
by Bro. Ben Rich.
Dec. 14. Attended an adjourned meeting
of the Young University Board.
Dec. 16. By request I went this evening
to Ogden, and there delivered a lecture
before the students' Society of the
Weber Stake Academy, subject -"A
peep through the Microscope," with
optical lantern illustrations. Stayed
at night at Bro. Dalton's house, - the
lodging place of Bro. Isgreen, the
Principal of the Academy.
	On the train, en route to Ogden, I
had a long and an interesting conversation
with Apostle Lorenzo Snow, President of
the Quorum of the Twelve. He spoke
to me at length concerning the Church
School Cause, and encouraged me in
my labors in the same. Then taking
me by the hand, he pronounced over
me words of counsel, and blessing, and
that too by the spirit of prophecy; for

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so he declared to me: and so the testimony
in my own heart bore record. As soon
as possible,– within a quarter of an
hour after the interview closed, I 
wrote down, as fully as I could remember,
the sentiments which he expressed.
Said he, "I do not know exactly why,
but I feel, and have always felt a deep
interest in you. I want you to feel
encouraged in your labors; and to cul-
tivate a love for life and a desire to
live, for I tell you, you shall live till
you are satisfied with life; and if you so desire
till you are a very old man. You shall
attain to the very highest pinnacle
of fame, that your heart may aspire
toward: and you shall reach a position
which very few men in the Church
will attain. The Lord has wondrously
blessed you; you are endowed with
talents many and great,– endowments
for which many men would give –
a fortune of millions of dollars; and

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if you will continue to cultivate a
spirit of humility, and fail not to
give to God the glory for your successes,
achieved through His favor, you shall
be blessed of God, more and more;
and your heart shall be filled with
blessings indescribable. You are called
to fulfil a mission of rare and great
importance in the Church, and
the Lord will assist you."
	I was deeply affected at his
words; and I asked of him as a favor to
offer criticism and instruction whenever
he saw me wandering from the
track of the Gospel, for I have seen
so many men, highly favored of God,
fall away through pride and
arrogance. To this President Snow
replied, – "Bro. Talmage, I will do so:
but I prophecy to you, as Joseph Smith
prophecied to me once, – though
your weaknesses may be many, and
your failings not a few, yet the Lord

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will not permit you to live to wander
entirely from the path of right.
God blesses you, and you shall be blessed." 
	Oh; how can my heart contain the
blessings of my Father! God grant
me power to live for them and to
resist the temptations that come in
my path.
Dec. 17. Returned to Salt Lake City by
early train. Today the first copies of
"Domestic Science," revised edition left
the bindery. (See July 7. 1892, p. 91 this book).
In this edition I have been compelled
to eliminate all direct and indirect ref-
erences to our Church school system,
and the works of our church; these changes
being necessary on account of the
adoption of the book as a text book
for the District Schools, all sectarian
matters being forbidden then. These changes
I have made fully and conscientiously,
much as I disliked so to do; for the
attractive features of the little work,

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to me, lay in the adaptability to our
own schools. However, the law forbidding
the introduction of sectarian consider-
ations into the District Schools is a 
wholesome one. As in the first ed-
ition, I have taken the privilege
of dedicating the book to Bro.
Maeser, though in this new issue
I have had to omit a eulogy to-
ward him as  the pioneer teacher
of our Latter-day Saint Schools.
Dec 18 Sunday. At the Prayer Circle,
by appointment I officiated at the
altar. In the afternoon I took part
in administering to Bro. Wm Fletcher
who is suffering severely from an injury
to his hand and arm. In the evening
Elder Orson Woolley and I officiated as
Home Missionaries in the 19th Ward, —
my old home.	At night I attended
a lecture at the Theatre by Hon.
Moses Thatcher, subject, —"George
Washington".

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Dec. 20 Administered to Bro. Wm Fletcher.
Dec. 23. This proved one of the proudest days
of my life; for today I walked down the
city streets leading by the hand my son
Sterling, with his little top coat and cap on,
to show him the sights of the Christmas
windows. It seems scarcely long since
as I remember my father led me in the
same way and for the same purpose.
That the Lord has blessed us with a son, now
old enough to take interest in such sights
is to me a great cause of thankfulness.
This evening, by request, I took part in
administering to Sister Reese.
Dec. 25. Sunday: Christmas Day: At the
Prayer Circle, I administered by appoint-
ment at the altar.
Dec. 26. This day was generally observed
as the Christmas holiday. We had the
the pleasure of Bro. and Sister Haag's and
Bro and Sis. Jedediah Taylor's company at
dinner today. Bro. Taylor is the janitor at
the Latter day Saints' College.

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Dec. 28. Called to administer to the child
of Bro. and Sis. John Peterson; and during
the night I was called to the house
of Bishop Peterson, now of Waterloo. He
stated that his boy was suffering from
Quinzy; but I found it to be a severe
case of diphtheria. We administered
to the boy; but my faith in his re-
covery is not strong.
Dec. 30 Bp. Peterson's son died this morning.
Dec. 31. Attended monthly High
Priests' meeting.
	This marks the end of another
year. I cannot review the year with
feelings of fullest satisfaction: for
I see so many instances of missed opportun-
ities and neglected duty. It seems to me
that my progress in the work before
me is very slow: and yet I find myself
busy all the time, which convinces me
that I lack system and order in my
work. The Lord has blessed me and 
my house greatly during the year now

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closing, with favors that have been
wholly undeserved. Health and prosperity
have attended us; and I am sure we
will have no claim to blessings for
our acts hereafter; for had we lived the
lives of Saints indeed the rewards we
have actually received would have been
surpassingly great. How comforting
it is to reflect that our Father's
mercy may be relied upon.
		—1893.—
January 1. Sunday. New Year's
Day! This morning I remained at
home caring for Baby Paul while
Wife and son Sterling went to
Sabbath School. Sterling had been much
interested in Bible stories which we
had been telling him: and he came
cheerily to bid his brother and myself
goodbye as he hurried off to school.
Ten minutes later he was carried back

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to me bathed in blood, and but half
conscious. In ascending the Meeting
House steps, as described to me by
Maia, and others who were near, he
slipped on the icy covering, and 
fell with full force; his hands being 
tucked in his overcoat pockets he was
unable to save himself. In falling he
struck the sharp corner of the stone
step; cutting a terrible gash, and
indenting the bone just above the 
nose, between the eyebrows. The acci-
dent might have been fatal. We
promptly administered to him; then 
dressed the wound: and to our joy he
seemed to recover; so that in half an
hour he wanted to return to Sabbath
School. We are thankful that worse
results were averted; and we acknowledge
the Divine Hand in his protection.
	This evening Elder Richard W. Young
and I officiated as Home Missionaries
in the Fifth Ward of the city.

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Jan. 3. Sterling seems to be surely recovering.
No ill effects of his accident other than
a probable scar, seem likely to occur.
Surely the Lord is merciful in thus
acknowledging our unworthy administra-
tions.
	Today I agreed to a change in the
conditions previously decided upon by the
Contributor Co, and myself relative to the
republication of the "First Book of Nature"
(See July 18" last: page 100 this book). Owing
to the publisher's delay in getting the
book out much chance for sale has
been lost; and only half the projected
edition is to be issued. This <delay> has been
largely caused by the embarrassing
situation financially in which the
Contributor Co., has found itself; and that
Company has now disposed of its entire
interest in the book to the Juvenile
Instruction Co., I see readily that the
royalty proposed ($1000) on a large
edition would become excessive if

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demanded for a smaller issue: so I consented
to such royalty being reduced to ($500 for
the present edition; an additional amount
being paid if another edition be de-
manded during the period of the agree-
ment, (until June 30 1897). The copyright
of the work remains in me. 	Had 
I chosen I could demand the fulfilment
of the conditions formerly decided upon:
but I did not write the book for money:
neither do I wish to regard it as a 
means of making money. If the little
work can be made of service in the
schools I shall be abundantly repaid
for my labor: and were it necessary I
would gladly have contributed toward its
publication. The contract between the
publishers and the schools require it to
be sold at a very low figure. This is
a gratifying condition.
Jan 4. Accidents seem to beset us
during these early days of the new
year. This morning Baby Paul by some

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mischance got his finger into the clothes
wringer while it was in operation: it
resulted in the nail being torn off, and
the whole upper part of the finger crush-
ed. By way of variety he burned his
forehead with a hot iron; and blackened
his eye through a fall. He is in a fair
way to wholly recover, however.
Jan 6. Tonight I called by request at 
the house of Bro. Samuel Peterson in
East Waterloo (See entries for Dec. 28, & 30 last)
Bro. and Sis. Peterson are brought low in grief
over the death of their beloved son.
Their humility and resignation are impressive.
An aged veteran though he is Bro. Peterson
comes to me, a boy, for counsel; and shows a
spirit of child-like humility.
Jan 7. Delivered a lecture before the Salt
Lake County Teacher's Convention on
"The microscope as a teacher's aid."
Jan 14. Went to Provo, and there delivered a
lecture before the Utah County Teacher's
Asssocation: subject "The Microscope'.

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The occasion was that of the reunion
of the Teachers of the County: and after
the session, a dinner was held.
Jan 22. Sunday. In the evening, by pre-
vious appointment I delivered a lecture
in the First Ward, under the auspices 
of the Improvement Associations: subject
"Blasphemy." 
Jan. 25. Attended the monthly House
Missionary Meeting. Among many
topics that of the Word of Wisdom
was advanced; and the fact was
demonstrated that even the missionaries
failed to observe it. How ready we
are to depart from principle if our teachers
cease but for a day to keep it before
our eyes. We do not learn readily: 
we forget so soon. The spirit of the
Word of Wisdom is so broad that it
is difficult to say who can observe it
fully: though in the specific points mentioned
there seems no excuse for nonobservence.
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even our partial observance the Lord
showers blessings upon us beyond His
promises. As far as we are concerned
in the use of tea and coffee, tobacco and
alcoholic liquors, excess of meat etc,
I believe we observe the commandment
strictly: and yet I count ourselves
violators of the Word in so many instances.
Jan. 28 Attended the monthly High Priests'
meeting. An excellent time.
Jan 31. This day in an interview with
Presidents Woodruff and Smith of the
First Presidency, I was appointed to
now proceed with a work before given
and subsequently withdrawn. (see record of
Sept. 14, 1891. Journal Vol V p. 74). I am
requested to prepare a work on Theology,
suitable as a text-book for our Church
schools and other organizations. In mak-
ing the appointment Pres. Woodruff gave
me his blessing. I told the brethren that
I would accept the appointment as a
mission; with no expectation of any
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pecuniary <reward> should the work be ever pub-
lished, hoping that the book would be
sold more cheaply if I waived all claim
to royalty in the sale. Without the bles-
sing of the Almighty, and the support
of the brethren I should shrink from
even attempting such a work.
February 4. Attended the monthly Stake 
Priesthood Meeting.
Feb. 5 Sunday. By appointment, Elder
C. F. Wilcox and I went to Herriman
and then officiated as Home Missionaries.
Returning to Salt Lake City, I attended
evening meeting in the Ninth Ward,
and by previous appointment there del-
ivered a lecture on "The Name we Bear."
This occasion is one to be remembered
by me; for I had the exquisite pleasure
of an abundance of fresh air while
speaking; and such an experience has
been rare with me of late. The foul air of
many of our meeting houses has on many
occasions affected me very seriously.

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Feb. 10. By previous appointment,
I went by evening train to Ogden
and there delivered a lecture under the
auspices of the 	Quorum of
Seventies, of which Elders Nathan
Tanner Jr., Douglas, and Browning
are part of the Presidency. The
subject was "Blasphemy". The meeting
was held in the Second Ward Meet-
ing House, and was largely attended
by a very appreciative audience.
After the meeting, having fully two hours
to wait before the departure of the
train, I went with the brethren above
named, and witnessed the latter part 
of the oratorio "The light of Asia,"
rendered in the Opera House by the
Choral Society of Salt Lake City. Re-
turned home by midnight train. 
Feb. 12. Sunday. According to previous
appointment, I went this evening to
Sugar House Ward, and there delivered a
lecture under the auspices of the

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Mutual Improvement Associations
on "The name we bear."
Feb. 19. Sunday. Elder Samuel Cornwall
and I officiated today as Home Mission-
aries in North Jordan Ward, (Taylorsville).
In the evening according to previous
appointment, I delivered a lecture under
the auspices of the Mutual Improve-
ment Associations, on the subject, chosen
by the officers, "David, King of Israel".
By invitation of the people, Wife accom-
panied me today. We were very kindly
received and treated by the family of Bishop
Bennion and of Bro. Wm O. Lee of the
Improvement Association. 
Feb. 20 Delivered a lecture on a subject
chosen for me - "Infidelity", under
the auspices of the Stake organization
of the Deseret Sunday School Union.
The meeting was held in the Assembly
Room: and was largely attended. Good
attention was paid throughout, and
the officers of the meeting expressed

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great satisfaction and pleasure at the
effort. I mention these points because
they contrast so strongly with my own
feelings on the occasion. I cannot re-
member a meeting at which I have
spoken with a stronger feeling of
oppression and almost of trepidation
than at this gathering. I was weary
from loss of sleep; ill in body, and
to this physical discomfiture, the
air of the room was very foul, and
the careless janitor heated the room
to such a temperature that I was
in a profuse state of perspiration,
and I observed many in the audience
vigorously fanning themselves. Be-
side these ill features, I don't think
I felt the best in mind or spirit,
for matters had seemed to go poorly
with me during the day. Yet I
felt humble, and the Sunday School
officers, as also one of the Presidency
of the Stake who was present,

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spoke very encouragingly. I trust the
Lord will turn the little effort to good
effect.
Feb. 21. Received from the Presidency of
the Church a piece of stone, said to
have been brought from the hill of
Adam-ondi-Ahman, and supposed to have
formed part of the Altar erected by Adam
after his expulsion from the Garden
of Eden. I am asked to examine the
specimen.	While talking with
the brethren concerning stones of interest
the matter of Seer-Stones was discussed;
and I expressed a desire to examine
some of such stones. As a result of the
conversation, President Angus M. Cannon
and I set out to the house of a Mrs.
Russel, who claims a standing in
the church, and also asserts her ability
and right to discern great things
through seer stones in her possession.
She permitted me to examine the stones
very closely; I found them to be crystals

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of Silica, - Rock Crystal. One is a
large well formed crystal, about 5 inches
long, with a perfect pyramidal
termination at one end; and a rough
broken surface at the other. This is the
stone with which she associates the
greater power. The other stone is a
small poor crystal of the same min-
eralogical class about the length and
thickness of the upper two joints in a
man's middle finger. Having examined
the stones I questioned the lady very
closely concerning the extent of her
powers, and as to her method of
using the stones. She holds the stone
as she would a book, and claims then
to see a panoramic view within.  The
stone, she says, possesses axes of direction
a north, a south, an east, and a west
pole, and by look through these in
order she determines the direction of
any place revealed. The woman claims
to have found lost animals, and

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stolen goods by the agency of the stone,
and she confesses not to be above the
taking of money for her divining.
While talking to her, the thought oc-
curred to me that in all probability
she was the person to whom, as I
was informed, Brother . Stark, the
son-inlaw of Sister Clarissa Webb, had
gone to seek information concerning
the mystery of the terrible accident
which cost Zella Webb her life. The
woman could not at first remember;
but by consulting the stone she pro-
ceeded to describe Bro. Stark most ac-
curately; then she began to narrate the
circumstances of the accident to Zella,
and I thought it wisdom to break off the
story, for, as I told her, I did not come
to her for information. Though I have
prayed most diligently for light, if it be
the Lord's will to give such, concerning
that terrible occurrence, I did not wish
it from the service of priestcraft.

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I told Mrs. Russel that I thought her 
divining powers came from an evil 
source; for the Priesthood, is a I 
understand it the sole channel of 
communication in such matters. 
She protested her humility, and declared 
that her greatest powers come through 
fasting and prayer; and farthermore 
she claims to honor the Priesthood 
implicitly. Pres. Cannon reminded her 
that she was acting in defiance of 
the Priesthood, for the High Counsel 
before whom she had been tried, had 
forbidden her using the stone for
such hidden purposes, except as she
was directed by the Priesthood.
Then Pres. Angus M. Cannon and I vis-
ited Brother Edwin Rushton's residence;
Bro. Rushton was not at home, but
his wife acceded to our request and
brought out a stone to which great
importance has been attached by
some members of the church: To

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my surprise Sister Rushton suggested
that we take the stone with us, and have
it tested; Pres. Cannon advised me to take
it.  While examining it in the house
of Bro. Rushton, a tiny flake, scarcely
larger than a grain of wheat, fell
off from an end; this I took care of in-
tending to use it for a simple chemical
test. We called at Bro. Rushton's office
not wishing to do anything which that
gentleman would not approve of;
but we failed to find him. During the
afternoon I made a careful examination
of the stone. It is transparent, of a
greenish tint; low fusibility and hardness,
specific gravity of 2.5; contains silica and
the alkalies in fact appears to the eye
and under test to be a piece of glass,
plain and simple. It weighs 66 grammes,
(nearly 2¼ oz Avordupois's). The chemical tests were
confined to the flake which broke off in
our hands, as I did not wish to mutilate
the stone in any way. This determination

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Feb. 21 (con) 
of the simple lithological nature of
these stones in no way to my mind
removes the possibility of them possess-
ing unusual virtues.  I believe the Lord
could endow a piece of brick with the
properties of a seer stone, and endow his
chosen servants with power to use
such; yet I would like to ascertain
the nature of stones about which so
much has been said.  I must confess
however, I see nothing in the way
of proof as to the supernatural
value of either of these stones.
Feb. 22. . Being a the President's Office
early this morning I had a conver-
sation with Pres. Woodruff concerning
the Seer Stones spoken of yesterday, and
particularly of the stone owned by Bro.
Rushton, which latter I showed to the
President. He attributes no importance
at all to the stone; and he sustains
me in my opinion concerning Mrs
Russel and her divinations.  Later in

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the day Bro. Rushton called upon me and
gave me a history of the stone.  He found
it in Nauvoo, associated with a valuable
record, and with a store of gold; but neither
the record nor the gold could he obtain.
He claims that the location of the stone
was revealed to him in a day vision
thrice repeated; and at first it was under
a seal, the nature of which he declined to
explain.  He says the stone possesses a
celestial and a terrestrial side, and is
capable of revealing matters connected with
this world and the spirit land.  One sur-
face of the stone is devoted to the Jew
Tribes, and in that the Seer can per-
ceive the place and circumstances of
that people beyond the ice.  Bro. Rushton
says the stone served him to locate the
burial places of several of Joseph Smith's
kindred, the prophet having placed several
of the brethren under covenant to bury his
dead together.  Since that work was accom-
plished, Rushton has lost his gift, but

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lives in hope that it will be restored
to him.  The stone he believes will be
of service in the vicarious work of
the Temples, by revealing the condition
and desires of those behind the vail.
Bro. Rushton and I met Pres. Woodruff,
but Rushton declined to explain to
the President the nature of the seal
under which the stone was laid.  Pres.
Woodruff says he has but little en-
couragement to offer for the use of
Seer Stones.
At night I attended the monthly meeting
of the Home Missionary Quorum.  A
matter was there discussed, which
I have already spoken upon in pub-
lic a few times of late, and which I
have asked counsel upon from the au-
thorities;  the unseemly anxiety, ap-
proaching curiosity on the part of
some people for miraculous manifesta-
tions at the approaching dedication
of the Salt Lake Temple.  I believe that

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we should exercise faith in God for His
blessings: leaving Him to decide what
particular manifestations would be for
our good. For my part, the Lord does not
favor me with visual or auricular man-
ifestations, yet I have an abiding
faith in His supporting care.
	This day I received from the First
Presidency a letter of appointment for
the work mentioned under date of
Jan. 31, last: (see page 170, this book.)
The letter reads:—
		"Office of the First Presidency,
			Salt Lake City, Utah
					Feb. 20 '/93
Dr James E. Talmage
		Salt Lake City,
Dear Brother:—
		From conversations we have
had with you in the past, we know
that you in common with many
others who are connected with the
educational interests of our Church.
[The following is written sideways in left margin]
(See page 170 of this book)

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have seen the great need of <properly arranged> text and
reference books in theological and
religious subjects, for use in our church
Schools, Sunday Schools etc.
	It is our desire that a book suit-
able for the purposes names should
be placed in the hands of our people
as soon as possible.  Knowing your
experience in this direction we should
be pleased to have you prepare such
a work.  We understand it is your in-
tention not to make any change for
the preparation of this work so that
it may be placed on the market at
so low a price that it will be within
the reach of all; with this suggestion
we heartily concur.
		Wishing you the fulfillment of 
every rightous desire in your calling
as a teacher of the youth of Israel,
we are		Your Bretheren
			W. Woodruff
			Jos. F. Smith"
(Pres. Geo. Q. Cannon, the second member of the First Presidency was not in the city at this time.

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Pres. Woodruff stated that he was very
much troubled over the death of his
son, and that in answer to his inquiry
the Lord had told him that for the work
behind the vail, some one of his own
seed was necessary for the labor.  This
was a new principle to Bro. Woodruff

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In the course of conversation with Pres. Wood-
ruff today, he related to me some of
the circumstances attending the death
of his son Brigham, who was drowned
a few years ago.  The young man he
states was honored with much inspiration;
he related in detail the circumstances
of his death, all of which were realized.
Feb. 23.  Called to the Farm by letter
from Father, there to attend the funeral
of my sister Polly's babe, 4 months and
21 days old.  The little one, Ray Alfred by
name died at 7.30 a m. on the 21"
inst. of pneumonia.  It is a sad be-
reavement: Polly is young, but 23 last
birthday, and she has seen much
trouble. Her first babe was born dead:
the second is living, a hearty promising
child: the third is now laid away.  Like the
rest of the folks Polly is very poor.  It is
my duty and pleasure to help them as
best I can.  The funeral services were
held at her little cottage; and the

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interment took place in Pleasant Grove.
I returned home by evening
train.
Feb. 24. Our darling son
Paul is very ill today:
having come down with severe cough, and
now suffering from pneumonia. We
rely on the blessings of God, and trust
that all will be well.
Feb. 25. Paul still very ill: and much to
my sorrow I found it necessary according
to former appointments to leave home
today. I administered to the boy, then
left him in care of the Lord. Went by
early morning train to Mill Crossing,
Tooele Co., there I was met by Elder Clark,
at whose request I undertook the journey.
Bro. Clark drove with me to his home in
Grantsville. In the evening by invita-
tion I started to attend the regular
weekly quorum meeting of the 31" Quo-
rum of Seventies; but found on arriving
at the meeting-house, that a general
[The following is written on a newspaper clipping in upper right corner]
			DEATHS.

	DOWNS.—On Provo Bench, Feb. 21, at 7:30
a. m., of pneumonia, Ray Alfred, son of Henry
and Mary J. Downs, aged 4 months and 21 days.
	"This lovely bud so young and fair,
		Called hence by early doom,
	Just came to show how sweet a flower
		In paradise will bloom."

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invitation had been extended to all; and a
promiscuous assembly was the consequence.
I delivered a lecture to the congregation,
subject - "Our Name."
Feb. 26.  Sunday.  Attended Sabbath School
in morning, and by request I addressed
the Theological Class, and afterward
the whole school.  In the afternoon
I attended the Sacrament meeting, and
by pressing request I occupied the
time.  In the evening I attended
and addressed the special meeting,
for which I came, viz, a public
gathering under the auspices of
the Seventies' Quorum.  Subject chosen
by the Council of the Seventies, -
"Atheism and Idolatry." I really
feel that so much public speaking
in one place as I have indulged in
here is apt to make people
tired of the speaker; but it has been
by proper direction that I have
responded.  At night I visited by

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invitation the house of Bro. Eugene
Wooley of Grantsville, and there
officiated in naming and blessing
his two months old daughter; -
Annie Pearl Wooley, born Dec. 22, 1892, 
daughter of Eugene T. Wooley and
Annie Clark Wooley.
By telephone message today I
learn that Son Paul was considerably
better; for which blessing I am thank-
ful.
Feb. 27.  During morning I attended
the District Schools.  Returned home 
in afternoon. Found Paul still very 
ill.
March 4 and 5.; Saturday and Sunday. Attended
regular meetings of the Stake Conferences. It
is a conference long to be remembered; the 
instructions of the authorities bore prin-
cipally upon the matter of the Temple
dedication now approaching.  Admonition
most opportune, and counsel most val-
uable were imparted to the people.

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March 6. Today I appeared before the
Presidency of the Church, and <some of> the
officers of the Church Board of Education
to ask counsel and instructions regarding
a matter of interest to me; and one which
I did not deem it proper to dispose of
myself without consultation. On the
occasion of my removal from Provo to Salt
Lake City in 1888 (See July 3, 1888: Journal Vol III
p. 83) I was asked to accept a position
in the University of Utah; and since
that time I have several times been
approached on the same subject.
A few days ago I was visited, indeed on
three occasions in quick succession
by two of the present Professors and one
of the Regents of the institution. They
make to me very flattering offers,
asking me to accept the professorshipin one branch only, thus giving me
ample leisure, and assuring me of
satisfaction in the matter of salary,
which I learn would be to at least

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Mar. 6 (con) continue my present salary.
Were I seeking a post of promising
prestige, and one of comparative ease
because of the leisure assured, which
indeed I hardly know what it is to enjoy
in the midst of the multitudious
duties of my present position, I
should be inclined to accept the
position. The University of Utah, being
the state University, and having there-
fore the weight of public money
behind it, is likely to grow more
rapidly than our Church University
is likely to do in the near future.
On the other hand, all the active years
of my life have been devoted to the
Church School cause, and I do not
think with favor of a change. Were I to
enter the Univ. of Utah as a regular
professor, I have little doubt that
I would be expected to take no prom-
inent part in Church organizations
and doubtless to separate myself

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entirely from the Church School Course.
I therefore hope there will be no
change. I am satisfied with my
present and prospective positions,
though as I wish to be where I can
do the greatest good - in short to be
and to labor where I know the Lord would
have me, I am constrained to ask
instructions. At the meeting today
the brethren spoke of the good that
might be done by a Latter day
Saint in such an institution as
that of our <non>sectarian schools, butdid not wish me to go; saying far-
ther that they considered me
under engagement and salary to labor
in the Church School cause; and
that they were not inclined to release
me except at my own request. This
suits me well. 
March 7. Having made answer to the
authorities of the University of Utah
on the matter of yesterday's entry, I

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Mar. 7 (con.) 
was visited by the Acting President of 
the institution, Prof. Kingsbury, who 
expressed regrets at the decision; and urged 
upon me to accept some position in 
connection with the University. Finding 
that it was not averse to the feel-
ings of our board I consented to undertake 
some one course of lectures, requiring but 
a small portion of my time; the
main part being devoted to the Church 
University. Several of the brethren expressed
themselves as of the opinion that this 
course will tend to cultivate friendly 
feelings between the institutions. If left 
to my personal desires only, I should 
not accept any such position; for I 
prefer to concentrate my labors rather 
than to divide them. However I shall 
hope that all will result in good: 
then I shall be satisfied. The details of 
my position are yet to be arranged;
and the work will probably not begin 
till the next academic year, - the

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93

 
autumn of 1893. The appoint-
ment may yet be changed.
End of Volume 6;
Commenced March 29 1892
	at San Francisco Cal:
	Closed March 7, 1893 
Salt Lake City Utah. 
		J.E. Talmage.

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7
Private Journal 
Volume VII 
March 8, 1893 
July 22 1894

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Private Journal
Volume 7
Commenced.
	March 8, 1893
		Salt Lake City, Utah.
Ended:- July 22, 1894
			London, England.
		J. E. Talmage.

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1893. 


	J. E. Talmage: Private Journal:
			Volume 7.
March 8.
	The last page of my Journal, Vol. 6.
was written last night. I open a new
book today - at home 333 East 7" South
St. Salt Lake City, Utah.
Mar. 12 Sunday. Attended usual meetings. At
the morning Prayer Circle I officiated
by appointment in the dedicatory
prayer. In the evening, Elder
Chas. Ross and I officiated as Home
Missionaries in the Sixteenth City
Ward.17. The past week has been mainly de-
voted to the removal of the collections
belonging to the Deseret Museum, of
which institution I am President.
Since January 1891 the Museum has
occupied a room in the building
known as Zion's Savings Bank and
Trust Co.'s Block; No 20. South Temple
St East; but the room was very inadequate,
and the specimens suffered much injury
from coal dust rising from the cellar.
We move now to the University of the
Church building, 225 W. 1" North St: in
which we are to occupy the whole
top floor. It will be some time
before the specimens are rearranged.

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March					18
19. Sunday. At the morning Prayer
Circle, by appointment I addressed
the assembly. In the evening, by
call of the Bishop Elder Don C. Young
and I addressed the meeting in our 
own - the Second Ward.
25. This day was generally observed
as a Fast Day among the people,
having been specially proclaimed
as such by the Presidency of the
Church, for the purpose of enabling
the saints to confess their faults,
and seek forgiveness of one another.
In our ward, the second, an excellent
spirit prevailed; and the people
seemed frank and earnest in
seeking mutual good fellowship.
By enquiry of representatives of
other wards during the latter part
of the day I learn that similar
conditions characterized the proceedings
elsewhere. The approval of the
date set for the dedication of the
Temple prompted this special
effort at purification, and the estab-
lishment of general peace.
26.Sunday. According to previous
arrangement, I went this morn-
ing to the Sixteenth Ward Sabbath
School; and there addressed the

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Theological Class on their current
lesson in the "Key to Theology." By
special request I spoke also to
the Primary department of the
school; and to the whole school,
assembled jointly. At the morning
Prayer Circle by appointment I
officiated at the Altar. In the
evening Elder Daniel Harrington
and I spoke in the Eleventh Ward
Meeting as Home Missionaries.
29. In the evening I attended the regular
monthly meeting of the Home
Missionary corps.
30. This day was observed as the
regular monthly Fast-day, in place
of the first Thursday in April, - 
next Thursday, which is to be oc-
cupied in the exercises incident
to the Temple dedication. I have not
heard of another such instance 
in the history of the Church, --
three general fast days in a
single month.31: According to previous appointment
I addressed the Students' Society of
the Latter-day Saints' College at
its weekly session tonight; delivering
a lecture upon the subject, - "The
sin of Blasphemy."

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April				18
1. Attended the Stake Priesthood
Meeting. The time of this, as of
most other general assemblies of
the Saints of late, was taken up
in giving instructions relative to
the approaching Temple dedication.
2. Sunday. In addition to our own
regular meetings incident to the Sabbath
day, wife and I attended today the
Unitarian serivce. We witnessed
their ceremony of baptizing children.
4. Today the sixty-third annual
conference of the church began.
An immense throng of people wit-
nessed the opening; and the num-
bers increased throughout the entire
day. This is in all probability the
largest throng ever present on an
opening day of Church conference.
The instructions, counsels, and ad-
monitions have all been characterized
by a spirit of kindness and
forgiveness. President Woodruff testi-
fied to the prevailing spirit of unity
between himself and his counsellors,
and amongst the Quorum of the Twelve
Apostles. At the evening Priesthood
Meeting, many testimonies of the
harmony existing between the general
authorities were borne.

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	5. Conference continued. At both sessions
	the attendance was so great that
	overflow meetings had to be held in
	the Stake Assembly Hall. At the
	afternoon session, there were several
	speakers; among the number who
	addressed the Assembly Hall con-
	gregation was my unworthy self.
	The regular exercises of conference
	closed this afternoon, the unusually
	brief term, – two days only, – being 
	due to the expected dedication
	of the Temple tomorrow. Toward this
	great event the eyes and hopes of the
	people have been long directed. It is
	planned by the General Authorities,
	that the first dedicatory service
	will be held tomorrow morning; the
	second tomorrow afternoon; and repetition
	services will continue morning and
	afternoon of each day until all the
	Ward of Zion, have had an opportun-
	ity to be admitted. Many people have
	been bold in expressing hopes of great
	and marvellous manifestations of divine
	power on the occasion; but the coun-
	sel of the leaders in the conference just
	closed, and on several other occasions
	has been to seek only for the peace of
	God, and individual acceptance before
	the Lord.

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April
6. Thursday. The day of the Temple
dedication. The first service to which
the General Church authorities, their
families, Stake Presidencies, Ward
Bishoprics, High Councils, and a few
others were admitted, commenced at
10 a. m. I was present, assisting in
the deacon's office; to do which in
the Temple of the Lord, I consider
a great honor. Previous to the begin-
ning of the formal service, the
people were conducted through the
principal rooms of the great edifice.
The Temple is a noble structure, grandly
arranged and appointed. Cost has not
been an obstacle in fitting up this
house of God. No superfluous or
showy decoration has been allowed,
but everything is rich, beautiful, and
above all, appropriate. During the
entire service, a fierce wind raged;
approaching at times the fury of
a hurricane. The dedicatory service
was simple and impressive. Excellent
music, most of the pieces being specially
composed for the occasion, was rendered:
and the dedicatory prayer was offered by
President Wilford Woodruff. In addressing
the saints, Pres. Woodruff referred to
recent divisions in opinion among

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the Apostles, and other leading
Goberners of the Priesthood, mainly
on political matters; and stated that
the brethren had sought forgiveness
by fasting and prayer and had been
assured of the Lord's continued acceptance.
The President prophesied that from this
time to the time of the second coming
of Christ there shall not be a hour
of serious and detrimental division
amongst the First Presidency, 
and Twelve; and that the Lord would sooner
remove any of the brethren than to
permit such. Pres. Geo. Q. Cannon
referred to the remarkable and almost
unprecedented change of public opinion
toward this people, during the last
few months. There was a time when
any subject of Utah's welfare, to
be favorably considered by Congress,
had to be associated with other
territories; but recently, however, he
had noticed that in a bill to admit
Utah as a state of the Union other
territories, less prepared for statehood,
had been included, professedly for the
prestige, which association with Utah
would give; and of the Congressional
Committee, five members who had
voted against making a favorable

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April				18
6: (cont.) report on the bill, had declared to him
(Pres. Cannon), that had the bill pro-
vided for the admission of Utah alone
they would have voted for it. We can
acknowledge this great revolution in
feeling as a result of the Lord's good-
ness and of His gracious promises, in-
voked perhaps, by the fastings, prayers
and faith of the people. There were
no strange or bewildering manifesta-
tions of "supernatural" agencies during
the service: but the power of God was
there, and the entire assembly felt
it. It was a holy place and occa-
sion. 	In the afternoon a second
service was held. I remained in the
Temple during the entire day.
In the afternoon session, Pres. Cannon
offered the dedicatory prayer. The
Presidency stated that the Lord had
manifested to them His acceptance
of this Temple at the hands of His
people. The evening press contains
accounts of the proceedings; including
the full text of the dedicatory prayer.
The services are to be repeated from
day to day until all have had an
opportunity to be admitted.
	This evening, Father, Mother, and
Albert came to the city, to be in

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readiness for their turn for admission
to the Temple, and to pay us a visit.
I am thankful that they come.
April. 7. Attended meetings of the Church Board
of Examiners. A session of the Temple
service was held tonight; and a most
unlooked for event occured. A Sister
Bennett from Provo, was taken with
labor pains, and gave easy birth to
a son. She was removed from the
Assembly Room to a small apartment.
Some sects would hold  such an
event desecrated the holy place; but
the Latter-day Saints will take  a
directly opposite view.
9. Sunday. The official recommends of
wife and self had been endorsed by the
Bishop for admission to the Temple
this morning. Father, Mother, and Albert
had been appointed to enter the Temple
yesterday; but by making application
to the authorities I secured a change
in the assignment, so that all of us
were admitted together this morning.
I was doubly pleased, to walk into and
through that holy house and that with
Father, Mother, Brother, and Wife. The
services were most impressive. The Presiden-
cy of the Church repeated their assurances
to the people that the Lord had accepted

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Apr. 9: (con) the house at the hands of the Saints.
Father stood the strain of long sitting very
well.
April 11. By previous appointment I delivered
a lecture this evening in the Eleventh
Ward, under the auspices of the Improve-
ment Associations of that Ward, on
"David; the king."
Apr. 12. This evening Father, Mother, and Albert
returned home. The weather has been
very unpropitious during their visit;
but they profess to have enjoyed
themselves. I hope they have felt as
pleased to be with us as we have felt to
have them here.
Ap. 14. By request I met with the Seventh
Quorum of Elders, in the 22" Ward of
the city, and delivered an address
to the Quorum.
Apr. 16. Sunday. As was the case last Sabbath
also, the afternoon Tabernacle services
were dispensed with, and in place of the
same ward meetings were held. This de-
parture from the usual custom is due to
the appointments for Temple dedicatory
services. By previous request, I attended
the Fourteenth Ward meeting this after-
noon and addressed the congregation.
14 (Omitted above.) This day Wife Maia went
to the Temple by appointment of the

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April
authorities of the Church; and there with
others similarly selected received a blessing
and a setting apart to represent the
women of our Church in the public
proceedings at the approaching
Columbian Fair in Chicago. She is ap-
pointed to deliver a public address at
one of the meetings there. I regard this
as a great but not undeserved honor
for her; and I know that her blessing
will aid her.
18. Today my office effects were moved
into new quarters in the building
recently erected by the Salt Lake
Literary and Scientific Association,
for the use of the Deseret Museum
and the Church University. I am
thankful for the present pleasing ac-
commodations and facilities for
work. Never before have I had so com-
modious quarters. Communicating with
the office is my private laboratory,
with balance room and  apparatus and
fixtures ordered, much of which is al-
ready in place, these rooms will be
very conveniently fitted. Of course the
house is not finished yet; but certain
parts of it have been pushed ahead
so that work can begin.

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								    April.
April 22. Yesterday and today have been
	marked by the admission of Sabbath
	School children to the Temple. Our
	son Sterling was taken there this
	morning. The action of the First
	Presidency and the Sabbath School
	authorities in providing for the
	admission of the little ones is
	warmly commended. I am sure the
	Lord will be pleased with such
	visitors to His house.
April 24. I was surprised a short time ago
	to receive from Frank and Wagnalls,
	the noted publishers of New York,
	a communication asking me to accept
	the responsibility of editing that part
	of their great work "A standard
	dictionary of the Engish language."
	now in course of preparation, having
	any reference direct or indirect to
	our own church. The distinguishing
	feature of this great work of theirs
	is that every word will be defined
	by someone who at least ought to
	know of its meaning. Thus, all the
	terms of the carpenter's trade will be
	defined by a master carpenter; and
	all terms having any church denomina-
	tional meeting will be defined by a
	selected member of that church. I brought

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93. 


this matter before the authorities and
all urged me to accept the position. I
have accepted, with the desire to do all
in my power to properly represent our
words and meaning.	The incident
is significant; it tells of the change
in popular feeling toward our church.
A few years ago, the recognition of the
Latter day Saints as a sect worthy
of representation in such a work
would have been absurd. I rely on
the hope of Divine assistance in
the labor.
25. There seems to be a power aiming
at the injury or destruction of our
son Sterling. He has already met
with many very severe accidents
This evening, while playing merrily
with his little brother, he fell headlong
with great force, striking his head
upon the edge of a coal scuttle set-
near the fire, and cutting an ugly
gash between the eyes, - but a fraction
of an inch from the place of his other
great hurt. He asked to be administered
to at once, showing his usual great
faith; and we trust he will still
receive the Divine protection
that has been manifest so plainly
in his life heretofore.

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April
	26. By precious appointment I went
tonight to Mill Creek and delivered
a lecture under the auspices of
the Polysophical Society of the
Central Seminary Subject, - by request,
"David. King of Israel." To secure
more room the meeting was not
held in the Seminary building, but
in the Mill Creek Meeting House.
27. In an interview today with some
of the officers of the Literary and
Scientific Association, and the First
Presidency of the Church; it was
decided that I would better go east
and select in person the specimens
we are to receive in exchange for
the Selenite we have sent away.
And farther, - I am instructed to go to
England, attend the meeting of the Royal
Microscopical Society in June next,
and present in person specimens of
Selenite to the British Museum and
other institutions of note. My stay abroad
will be necessarily short, but I am thank-
ful for the privilege of doing my
duty by appearing at the Society's
meeting; and I am sure the presentation
of Selenite will have good effect. This
Selenite enterprise seems to be
producing much good effect. A condensed

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April.
account of my article in "Science" concerning
it is being circulated as plate matter
in the newspapers of the country.
28. By request I this day attended
funeral services over the body of
the child of Samuel Groesbeck, a
resident of our ward. I delivered an ad-
dress on the occasion together with 
Apostle John Henry Smith, and Bishop
Leonard G. Hardy.
29. This day I witnessed by request a
painful surgical operation performed
on the body of our neighbor Sister
Emma Iverson. She is an estimable
young lady; and has been afflicted
for several years with an injury
to the bone of the left leg. It was
finally resolved by herself and family
that parts of the affected bone
be removed; and this was done today.
As soon as she recovered con-
sciousness from the chloroform
she requested to be administered
to. There are good prospects for
her speedy and full recovery.
30. Attended usual meetings. At the
Prayer Circle I officiated in consecrating
the oil; and in the evening Elder
Moses Taylor and I served as Home
Missionaries in the Fifteenth Ward.

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May,
	1. For several days past, much concern
has been felt over the state of 
health of Pres. Wilford Woodruff. His 
great and long continued strain
during the dedicatory services 
of the Temple has enfeebled him
Those services lasted from the 6" of
April to the 24" inclusive. Today 
however the reports are reassuring.
This day marks the opening of 
the great Columbian Fair in Chicago.
Telegraphic dispatches tell of the 
grandeur of the event, and of the 
wonderful extent of the Fair in general.
I hope to be able to visit it soon.
	This morning I was called upon by
Bishop Clawson of the 12' Ward; and
asked to accompany him to the
St. Mark's Hospital, and there deliver 
a funeral sermon over the remains
of a young man named Hall, a resident
 of Snowville, Box Elder Co. This, the 
Bishop states, is the first instance
of a "Mormon" service being allowed
at St. Marks. I did as requested. The 
incident was an impressive one; the
young man, probably between 20 and
25 years of age was the sole stay of
an aged mother, who now considers herself 
left alone.

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May
3. Delivered a lecture in the Thirteenth
Ward under the auspices of the Im-
provement Associations, on the subject,
chosen by the authorities of the
Association, on, "The Name we bear."
	Today I applied to the Presidency
of the Church for the appointment
of a Committee, with whom I
could consult regarding the work
which I have undertaken in connection
with "The Standard Dictionary." (See April
24, p. 12.). The following were appoint-
ed: -- Pres. Jos. F. Smith: Apostle F. D.
Richards; Elders Geo. Reynolds and
B. H. Roberts. A distinguished Committee
indeed: I feel honored to be associated
with such. The work, though not
very extensive is so important
that I feel unwilling to proceed
upon my own responsibility alone.
May. 5. First meeting of the Standard
Dictionary Committee today. The
first point submitted by me, was
the adoption or rejection of the
common usage of the word "Mormons"
in place of Latter-day Saints. In the
proofs of the dictionary early pages,
the word "Mormon" and its derivatives
are used universally. After mature
consideration, the Brethren decided

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May 5 
	(cont.)
that although the word was really 
a misnomer, it had been in reality
forced upon us, and we could not hope
to escape its use.
7. Sunday. Went to Ogden by evening
train, and lectured before the people
assembled under the auspices of the
Improvement Association conference. The 
subject was, "The Sin of Blasphemy," upon 
which same by the way I once before had 
the pleasure of speaking in Ogden; and on
this occasion it was repeaded by request.
The audience was a very large one; and the
attention and interest were very encouraging.
Returned home by late, very late train,
arriving at 3.30 a.m.
8. Bade goodbye for a season to our darlings,
Sterling and Paul; as their mother took
them today to the Farm, where they 
are to be cared for by Grandma Talmage
during our absence in the East. It
is our intention to start from Salt Lake
City about the 10" inst., So that I will
have time to stop in Chicago, as also 
to attend to buisness in New York, Phila-
delphia and other places before I sail
- on the 3' of June. May will accom-
pany me to Chicago, and perhaps to
New York, after which she expects to return home.

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May. 9. Very busy preparing for departure
	tomorrow. During the morning there
	was a long session of the Dic-
	tionary Committee. In the afternoon
	I was set apart for the journey and
	mission which I am about to
	begin, under the hands of Presidents
	George Q. Cannon and Jos. F. Smith,
	and Apostles Brigham Young and
	Abraham H. Cannon; Pres. Smith
	being spokesman. I was blessed
	with everything necessary for the
	journey and labor, and was promised
	protection upon the water and upon
	the land; and success in my
	undertakings. In the fulfilment
	of these promises I have implicit
	confidence; and I set out with high
	hopes provided I can keep myself
	humble and pure before the Lord.
10.   Started from Salt Lake City by the
	morning (8 o'clock) Union Pacific
	east-bound train. In all there are
	about thirty Utah people travelling
	together: we have a private Pullman
	car to ourselves.	Very pleasant
	travelling.
11.   Continued eastward. The sights
	and scenes of the road are a
	series of great surprises to May,

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May 11.
(con.) who has never before been away
from Utah. She was much interested
in the apprearance of the broad
plains of Nebraska:		never before
this has she been out of sight
of mountains. We took dinner
upon the dinner car - spinning
along at the rate of forty miles
an hour. What a contrast with
the vicissitude, fatigue, and hunger
of our pioneer heroes who traversed
with bleeding feet these same plains.
At 7 p.m. we reached Council
Bluffs; and soon were on the
way to Chicago by the Chicago
and North Western Ry; our car being
attached to that train without change
of passengers. 
May 12. Reached Chicago about 11 a. m. At
the Central Station we were met by
Bishop Romney of the 20" Ward. Salt
Lake City, he having gone ahead to
arrange for our arrival. Taking the
Illinois Suburban train we were
soon at the Family Directory,
75" St., and Yates Avenue. This
institution was represented to some
 of the Ladies' organization in Utah
as being in every way desirable
for a stopping place in Chicago;

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and several of the sisters took shares of 
stock in the concern. We found an 
establishment which hardly fulfilled 
the expectations of its promoters in Utah. 
The building is unfinished; and the 
accommodations sparse. It is true the 
promises of cheap lodging are fulfilled 
but the charges for meals and are exorbitant 
and the fare very inferior. We are 
situated within a mile of the World's 
Fair grounds but we are seven 
miles from the principal part of 
the town. Many of the company from Utah 
feel much depressed this afternoon; and
though I write here my dissatisfaction 
with the house, I tried to cheer them 
with the hope of improved conditions.
May 13 Busily engaged during morning in 
matters of business. Afternoon we 
took boat to the World's Fair grounds
- this is May's first ride on a steam 
boat, and her pleasure was that of 
a child. Within the Fair grounds 
we spent the time in a general 
survey of the buildings, hoping 
to make plans for a subsequent 
systematic survey. I can use none 
but superlative adjectives in des-
cribing the great work. The place 
is appropriately called a city. The

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May 13.
(con) buildings are of imposing appear-
ance; and in contemplating their won-
ders of architecture, representing the
greatest triumphs of skill, one is
apt to forget that they are of
flimsy construction, unless as indeed
is often the case, - a battered column
or a broken spine, reveals the inward
hollowness, surrounded by sacking
and plaster.  There are thousands of
rooms; and miles of streets: there
are lakes, lagoons, and canals: with
gaily painted gondolas, and living
brilliantly attired gondoliers, - far
more attractive than in their own
Venetian canals. At night agrand illumination of the entire
grounds was made.  The powerful
search lights mounted on the
pinnacles of the tallest buildings
threw its glare across and far
beyond the limits of the grounds.
"   14. Sunday. Persistent rain kept most
of the Dormitory inmates within
doors today.  Shortly after noon,
however, the sky brightened.  At 4
p. m. wife and I attended a lecture
at the University of Chicago, by
the President of the institution, -
Dr. Harper, subject, - "The prophet

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Habbakuk." It was a leaned, techni-
cal dissertation; and a good part of
the audience went to sleep during
the remarks.  May was greatly sur-
prised at what she designated the
lack of feeling in the effort; and she
thinks any earnest and faithful
elder of our Church could have done
more to reach the hearts of the listeners.
	In the evening, Wife and I, also Mrs.
Eardley, a neighbor of ours at home, -
attended a high episcopal service
at the Church of the Holy Cross.
The sisters had never before witnessed
a dramatic performance of worship,
and the new experience will do them good.
May 15. 	Wife was busily engaged in
meetings of the World's Congress of
Representative Women;  to take part
in which, as representatives of our
people, she,  and several others
of our women have been set apart
under the hands of the priesthood. I
spent the day in business duties; and
at night the most of our party at-
tended a session of the Women's Congress.
May 16.  At the Fair all day.  I confined my 
attention to the Mining Building, and
the Department of Liberal Arts. The
displays are superb; yet incomplete.

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May 16
   (con.)   At night wife and I attended the 
	spectacular drama "America." at 
	the renowned Auditorium building.
	The representation was grand; and
	one of my greatest pleasures was
	to watch the enjoyment by Maia, th to
	whom this kind of a performance
	is new. 
" 17. Wife still at meetings. I spent a great
	part of the morning at the Univer-
	sity of Chicago particularly in the
	Chemical and Physical laboratories.
	Dr Nef, the Professor of Chemistry re-
	ceived me very kindly, and gave me
	every opportunity to examine the
	apparatus and fixtures of the laboratory.
	I attended Prof. Nef's lecture on "Benzine".
	In the evening wife and I attended
	the Columbia Theatre to witness the
	performance of E.H.[--]nthem.
" 18. Spent the entire day at the Fair;
	examining and taking notes in
	the departments of mining, liberal
	arts, electricity and transportation.
	Months are needed to make any exam-
	ination deserving the name of study
	and these seemingly interminable
	displays.   Here also I met Prof.
	Henry A. Ward of Rochester, N.Y., to
	consult whom is one object of my

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present journey east.  Prof. Ward has taken
considerable of the Deseret Museum
selenite; and we are to take other spe-
cimens in return.
May 19.  This has been set apart as Utah
day in the Woman's Congress. During
the morning the officers of the
Relief Society; called here, the "National
Womens' Relief Society" held a session;
and in the evening the "Young Ladies'
National Improvement Associations" con-
ducted a meeting.  I was present at both
gatherings, as also were a great many
Utah people.  To my mind there was
a great manifestation of the power
of God in these meetings.  At the opening
this morning, there was a cloud of threat-
ening portent over the entire prospect.
The congregation was small at the
start, and as the opening exercises
progressed, many of the few left the
room. I could distinctly feel, and as
distinctly see the dark shadow about
our sister. Bishop Geo. H. Taylor and
Romney of Salt Lake City sat by me,
and we agreed to pray for the success
of the undertaking; and I am sure
many others of those present let their
hearts go out in supplication to the
Lord. The cloud vanished; where there

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May 19,
    (con.)	had been labored effort, freedom ap-
peared; and in place of fear, joy and
hope filled the house.  The sisters
wisely confined their remarks to general
principles, and growing farm marked
the reception of their words.  There a
lady, whose name did not appear on
the program; - Mrs. Saxon, asked the
privilege of addressing the meeting;
she told the story of a lond residence
umong the "Mormons", and testified to
the charitable, and benevolent character
of the people.  She denounced  the
villifiers of the people, as also those
who judge and condemn unheard
and then bore a strong testimony to
the wholesome effect and good results
of the holy army among the ''Mormons''
Her words seemed to meet with
general approval; indeed she was
cheered at every step.  And thus the
Lord accomplishes His will! None
of our women could touch the subject
of recent contention without giving
but a Gentile woman one of influence
and acknowledged authority among
her sex, and particularly one who
could speak from personal ex-
perience, could speak with grace;
and graciously were her words received.

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At the evening session, Maia was ap-
pointed to give the first address. Her
subject was "Literature and Art"; and she
acquitted herself very creditable, as did
also all who took part.  Mrs. Beecher
Hooker sister to Henry Ward Beecher
bore testimony to the grandeur of the
"Mormon" organizations.  I am pleased
to see these great associations  the
Female Relief Society and the Young
Ladies Improvement Association thus
recgonized in a national capacity.  By
securing a connection with the
National Council of Women the organiza-
tions have become national in their
scope. I feel that this is an important 
day in the history of our people.
May 20 The Family Dormitory (see p.20 may 12")
at which we have been lodging
since our arrival in Chicago has
proven to some of our party a somewhat
undesirable place; principally on
account of the expectant charges made
there for meals and the fact that
because of its great distance from
the city, it is not easy for the guests
to find other place to board; and be-
cause of the much time lost in
travelling back and forth. nearly
every night during the past week

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May 20 (con)	we have attended meetings in town;
and have not reached home till long
after midnight.  Many of the Utah
people have left the place; and
wife and I have staid mainly not to
add to the general dissatisfaction.
Today however nearly all who were
there, changed their stopping places.
We took rooms at the Niagara
Hotel, on Jackson St., near Wabash
Avenue.			I rejoice in the
frequent letters, and the uniformly
good news which come to us from
our folks at home.  Father writes fre-
quently, and says that the darlings
Sterling and Paul are well, and
comparatively happy.
May 21 Sunday. In the morning, Wife,
Mrs. Eardley and I attended a
Christian Science service in the
Auditorium building.  Later we
visited a Sweedenborgian or New
Church Sunday School.  In the
afternoon I witnessed a praise
service by the noted evangelist,
and revivalist, Ira D. Sankey:
and in the evening we attended 
Congregationalist service conducted
by the famous D. L. Moody.  I was
surprised at the efforts of Moody

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and Sankey: I remember them as I
saw them last in England many
years ago; and they seem to me
to have lost much of their fire
since that time.
May 22.	Spent entire day at the Fair,
visiting particularly the departments
of Horticulture, Machinery, and Art;
also the Government Building, and
the Utah Building.
"23	Fair again.  Today we paid special
attention to Electricity, Mining,
Liberal Arts, and Government de-
partments.
"24	Spent entire day at the Fair; visiting
specially the Womens' Building; the
Glass Works and Irish Village in the
Midway Plaisance; and the Fisheries and
Fine Arts departments.
"25	Spent morning at the establishments of
the McIntosh Battery and Optical Co, where
we have dealt for scientific apparatus;
and at the Chicago Calcium Light Co's
works.  Shortly after noon I left Chicago
via Erie Railroad for New York. This
separates wife and me for the present,
she having decided to remain at Chicago
some time longer, visiting the Fair more
thoroughly, and then to return home.  It
had been our intentions that she should

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[Next paragraph labled "May 25, (con)" in left margin]
accompany me to New York; but
she prefers going no farther than Chicago
at present. Her health has not been
good during the trip, and I fear
she has not enjoyed herself very fully.
[Next paragraph labeled " " 26." in left margin]
It being necessary that I should visit
Rochester, I left the main line of the
Erie Ry. going by way of Buffalo. At
this place I had to wait three hours
between trains Spent the time viewing
the city, and in the library of the
Young Men's Christian Association. Reached
Rochester by early evening. Took
quarters at the Livingstone Hotel
[Next paragraph labeled " " 27."]
Spent entire day at the extensive
Natural History establishment of
Prof. Henry A. Ward to visit which
has been my chief object in coming
to Rochester. I selected a large assort-
ment of specimens to be sent to our
Museum at home.		Took night
train for New York.
[The following is written sideways in left margin next to above paragraph]
Received many kindnesses
from Mr Preston the
chief assistant to
Prof. Ward.
[Next paragraph labeled " " 28." in left margin]
Sunday.	Arrived at New York shortly
after 7 a.m. Took a room at the
Hotel St. Denis, corner of Eleventh St. and
Broadway.	Crossed to Brooklyn and
attended morning service at the Taber-
nacle there conducted by the famed
Dr T. de Witt Talmage. He is an eccentric
speaker, with a spasmodic way, and a

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vituperative manner. I must be lacking
in many of the qualities of appreciation
for I see little to admire in acrobatic
preaching.  This mode of expounding
the word of God lacks even the
artistic polish that comes from studied
sermons as ordinarily delivered.
M In the evening I attended service
at Grace Church, - Protestant
Episcopal.  After this service I met at
the door Bro. & Sis. Dougall and two daugh-
ters, Misses Rachel Edwards, Pricilla
Smith and May Taylor, all of Salt Lake
City.  This morning at the Ferry gate
I met Bros. Wright, Cannon, Duncan,
Derrick and Simmonds, all of Salt Lake
City, and all on their way to their fields of
missionary labor.
May 29. Spent early part of day arranging for
steamer ticket, and attending to baggage.
Met. Bro. Job Pinagree, President of the
New York Mission of our Church; and in
company with him and several other of
the brethren.  I went to Jersey City
and met the "Alaska" on her arrival
in port. Was pleased to greet on their
return from the Missionary field,
my old shipmates Elders Alfred and
Sidney Clawson, also Bro. Willy Dougall,
and Bro. Clarence Taylor. Visited the

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May 29
   (con.)  printing and publishing establishment
	of Funk and Wagnalls, the proprietors of
	the Standard Dictionary; and spent
	considerable time reading proofs and
	writing definitions for the colossal work.
	The editorial rooms are comparable to
	well filled hives. 	Visited also the es-
	tablishment of Eimer and Amend, with
	which firm we deal largely for
	chemical apparatus and material.
"30	Set out early for Boston. This being
	Decoration Day, the towns along the
	road all had a gala appearance;
	and the cemeteries were inhabited by the
	living, laden with their tributes of
	flowers to be placed on the graves of the
	dead.   Took quarters in Boston at the
	Clark's Hotel Washington St.
" 31 	Went early to Cambridge, and called at
	the house formerly occupied by Bro. J.
	M. Tanner and his company of youth-
	ful students. Bro. Tanner himself has
	moved to Prospect St; but I had the
	pleasure of meeting him later in the
	day. The chief object of my visit here
	is to meet Bro. Tanner, and Bro. J. A. Widtsoe
	the latter being regarded as a promising
	candiate for a position in our Church
	University at home. Had a very enjoy-
	able visit with the bretheren. 	 Visited

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in company with them many Harvard
buildings, particularly the laboratories
and Museums. Attended a lecture in Chemis-
try by Prof. Hill.	Called on Prof. Josiah
Cooke, and was cordially welcomed by the
venerable Professor and by his assistant
Prof. Hutchingdon.  Had a long interview 
with the gentlemen regarding the Selenite
discovery. Prof. Cooke is enthusiastic 
over it. Took evening train and 
returned to New York stopping as
before at the Hotel St. Denis. 
June 1. Took early train to Philadelphia, and 
spent most of the day at the establish-
ment of Dr. A. E. Foote Mineral dealer, 
selecting specimens for our Museum in
exchange for Selenite crystals.  Took
room at the Hotel Vendig. 
" 2. Again visited Foote's place completing 
the work of selecting specimens. Then 
spent an hour or two at the Queen and 
Co's, and Williams Browns and Earle's, -
dealers in the apparatus. Second from these
many letters of introduction for use 
in Europe. Returned to New York 
by evening train. 
" 3. Spent most of morning at Funk 
and Wagnall's in work on the Dictionary, 
and at Eimer and Amends. The afternoon
was devoted to letter writing; and in the

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June 3.
    (cont.) early evening went abroad the good
ship "Alaska," for my third voyage on
that boat. A large party of Utah
people are aboard; – there are Apostle
Anthon H. Lund, Bishop John Tingey,
Brs. Simmonds and Hodgson, Bro. Neslen,
Bro. Dinwoody and wife, all of Salt Lake
City; and Mr and Mrs Sadler; Bro. Job
Pinagree, wife, and daughter, all of
Utah. A number of friends came to the
pier to see us off – Apostle Heber J.
Grant; Bro. Junius F. Wells; the Brothers
Clawson and wives, Bro. Chas Cannon,
and Sister Horne with her daughters
Mrs. Tingey and Mrs Clayton. The ship
left dock at 8 p. m; but only proceeded a
short distance; then a heavy fog
settling down, anchor was cast in
the harbor.
June 4. With the early tide the "Alaska" passed
out from the harbor. At 12.30 o'clock,
half an hour after leaving Sandy Hook,
the pilot having shortly before gone
to his boat, a collision with another
ocean steamer was narrowly averted.
Officers were on the lookout in the
bows, and at several other stations
on our vessel; the captain and mates
were on the bridge; our fog horn
was almost constantly sounding.

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	and every precaution seemed to have
	been taken to avoid accidents. Suddenly
	the Lookout ahead shouted "Steamer
	close to us Sir, bearing toward us"
	"Hard a' Starboard" ordered Capt. Murray:
	then as we came close enough to
	see the dark outlines of the other
	vessel, he perceived that she was
	stopped, and letting her anchor fall:
	so his first order was countermanded
	by a second "Stop her" and then a
	third "Hand a port." When the bows
	of the "Alaska" were within 25 feet
	of the stranger, the latter sheered off,
	as our vessel did likewise under
	the Captain's last command, and
	the danger was over. The two vessels
	were so close that we could have
	tossed a handkerchief upon the other
	deck. I read the name Furnesia
	upon the ship; and ascertained by
	enquiry that she belonged to the
	"Anchor Line," plying between New York
	and Glascow.   There were many heart-
	felt expressions of gratitude at the
	escape from a seemingly inevitable
	catastrophe. Women and many men
	too were aghast; and even the officers
	including our usually stolid Captain
	showed signs of deep concern and excitement.

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June 4
   (cont.) Perhaps I should be ashamed of feeling
as little concern as I did; but I was
so much interested in seeing how the
officers of the two vessels would act,
and what means they would adapt, that
I thought little or nothing of the dan-
ger. Indeed the fact that the danger
would be averted was not open to
question in my mind.
	It was decided among our little
party of Latter-day Saints in the
Cabin that we would assemble night
and morning in Apostle Lund's room
for prayer. The privilege of doing so
is appreciated, I believe by all.
	I find that we have more Utah
folks on board than at first supposed:
there are seven in the Second Cabin.
June 5. Pleasant weather continues: though
the rocking of the vessel has induced
several cases of sickness among our
party. Apostle Lund, and Bro. Simmonds
are affected, as also is the venerable
Bishop Tingey. The Bishop and I are
room-mates, occupying berths 81 and 82.
"   6. Pleasant weather continues, though several
of our little party are sick
"   7. Bro. Pinagree and family in the second
cabin are very ill. Bishop Tingey is
still confined to his berth, though he

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persists in declaring that he is not
sea sick: "it's only the motion of the
vessel that disturbs me" said he. By
the blessing of God I have thus far
been spared any sea-sickness.
June 9. All going smoothly. This evening, as
is usual toward the close of an ocean
voyage a concert was held in the saloon;
the proceeds being used for the assistance
of the "House for Aged Mariners." I noticed
on this as on several other similar
occasions that a promiscuous assembly
of Americans is seldom able to sing
together a single song, not being
acquainted with the words or the music.
Tonight the English people sang with
vim their national air "God save the
Queen"; but the attempt to carry
through "The Star Spangled Banner"
by the Americans was a dismal
failure.
June 11 Sunday. Attended a religious service
after the Episcopal order conducted
in the Saloon by Capt. Murray.
"   12. At 6 a. m. we came in sight of
land, and at 1.10 p.m. arrived off
Roches Point. The attached chart
shows the actual data of passage.
Sight of land did more to quiet
the qualms of sea sickness than

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June 12.
 con. Beecham's Pills, Seidlitz Powders, or
anything in the way of medicine.
At Queenstown several passengers
disembarked including Mr and Mrs.
Sadler of Salt Lake City. 	Now that
the voyage is nearing its conclusion,
I can cast a retrospective glance.
The passage has been unusually and
unexpectedly calm; far the quietest
trip across the Atlantic which I
have ever experienced. Not once has
it been necessary to put guards on
the dining tables. Still the vessel
has at times pitched heavily and
many of our party have been sickparticularly Brother Simmonds and
Bishop Tingey and Bro. Pinagree and
family.	I have been spared the
first spasm of sickness; have not been
unable to eat any meal, though I have
abstained from several meals as they
occur with great frequentcy. Heretofore
I have suffered so greatly with sea
sickness that the present immunity,
is the more surprising. As to conditions
on this occasion different from those
of former passages I can specify
but two items of treatment:–I have carefully
kept the bowels in a soluble state, and
have taken morning and evening doses

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[A map of the Atlantic Ocean for the GUION LINE U.S. MAIL STEAMERS. PASSENGERS' TRACK CHART. with the following notes]
S. S. Alaska
92" Voyage
Bound East.

Fog. 389 E. 338 from Sandy Hook.	5. Variable fog to clear. N. 86½. E 340	6. Breeze: fine. N. 83: E 360.	7. Light variable: [-] fine N. 64 E 373.	8. Breeze: overeast; rain N. 63. E 373	9 Breeze: cloudy. N. 72: E 376:	10. Moderate breeze: hazy N. 76½ E 365.	11 Hazy: fine. N. 83. E 303 to Fastnet.

		Latitude	Longitude.
June.	North.	West.
Mon. 5	40°, 22'	66° 37'
Tues. 6.	40 43	59 05
Wed. 7.	41 28	51 10
Thurs. 8.	44 13	43 34
Fri. 9	47 02	35 40
Sat. 10	48 58	26 43
Sun. 11	50 42	17 40

Left Sandy Hook Light Ship at 1.06, June 4, 1893.
Arrived off Roches Point 1.10 p.m. June 12.
Actual time of passage,— 7 dys, 19 hrs., 41 min.
Total distance run 2[---] <2828> miles.

Geo. S. Murray
		Master.

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	of Bromide of Sodium; best in the form
	of Bromo Seltzer – a patented preparation
	which has but to be stirred in water
	to produce a pleasant effervescing, and
	seemingly to me a beneficial mixture.
	Bro. Anthon H. Lund has heretofore suf-
	fered greatly he says on each of his
	many voyages; and at the beginning
	of our present passage he felt the
	unmistakable symptoms; but at my
	suggestion he adopted the treatment des
	cribed above; and he too has been
	spared any attack.  	The voyage has
	been to me as pleasant as I could imagine
	an ocean to be. The morning and evening
	prayers in Bro. Lund's room and the at-
	tendant pleasing and profitable con-
	versations among our party, varied with
	occasional singing and guitar music
	have sweetened the experience. Among
	the passengers generally, the voyage
	has been a somewhat tame one, in the
	features which ordinarily accompany
	such a journey; there has been com-
	paratively little drinking or gambling.
June 13. At 5 a.m. The Alaska stopped at the
	Mersey Bar: and by 7.30 the vessel
	had passed into the harbor. The
	passengers were quickly landed;
	then followed the Customs House

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June 13.
con. inspection. Owing to my having three
large boxes of Selenite crystals, I
was detained later than most of the
others. Through the kindness of
Bro. Alfred Solomon (Acting President
of the European Mission) who had
been communicated with on thee
subject, the assistance of the Guin
Luie Agento had been secured, and a
declaration of the specimens and the
philanthropic purposes for which
they were brought was made before
the Customs officers. The officers
directed that one box only be
opened, and having hastily ex-
amined that they passed all.
We reported ourselves at the Church
Office, - 42 Islington, and there
met several of the Missionaries.
I took a room at the Stewart
Hotel, on Norton St. - close to the
Church Office. Spent afternoon
viewing the city, and in a visit to
the Walker Art Collection. At 5 p.m.
I met, by invitation, with the Mis-
sionaries who are being assigned to
their fields of labor, and I felt much
profited by listening to the in-
structions given them.  And so God
be thanked, this advanced stage

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of my journey has been reached in
peace.
June 14. This is the anniversary of my
marriage day. It is now five years
since I first had the honor of
calling Maia my own. As I reflect
upon the many varied experiences of
our married life the virtues of her
gentle and patient spirit contrast
so strongly with the frailties of
my own weak nature, that I fear
I am even less worthy of her today
than when we knelt together at
the holy altar. Being denied the
privilege of spending this day
with her, I resolved to devote it
to the fulfilment of a commission
of hers; so I took passage on the
morning train for Leigh, Lan-
cashire (Leigh and Bedford station),
and there called upon her aged
paternal aunt, — Mrs. Alice Ditch-
field of Spinning Jenny Court. I
visited the good old lady on the
occasion of my former sojourn
in England, two years ago, and the
scenes of that visit were largely
repeated on this occasion. The
lady's health is somewhat impair-
ed since that time, though she

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June 14
 (con.) is still hale if her age be considered.
However she is in the midst of
difficulties regarding her worldly
possessions, which, to say the
least are few and small. Her
husband, shortly before his death
sold their house and land, on the
condition that occupancy of the
place, rent free should be reserved
for himself and wife during their
lives. Now however, the purchasers
are seeking to eject her; and this
action is headed by the vicar of
the town.		I returned to Liver-
pool in the evening.
June 15. Left by early morning train for Edin-
burgh; the object of this journey is to
present in person some crystals of
Utah Selenite to the Royal Society of
Edinburgh. The day's ride I shall long
remember. I must confess that the name
"Bonny Scotland " is well applied. The
severe drouth at present prevailing over
Britain is causing much consternation
among the famers; however such an
occurrence as this, which in our
country would be regarded as a general
calamity, is here of more restricted det-
triment; there, if the farmer suffers
the community sufferes; here there

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	is comparatively little of the agricul-
	tural products raised in the country
	that few beside the farmer himself
	have any personal interest in the
	ill. Along the road of today's travel
	the rivers appeared very low: the Tweed
	the Eske, and the Gala Water are but
	streamlets; and many other courses are
	almost dry. Had an excellent view
	of Melrose Abbey. Arrived in Edinburgh
	at 4 p.m. and took rooms at the Hotel
	Balmoral, under the very shades of the
	famous Castle of Edinburgh. In the
	evening I visited the Royal Institution
	and ascertained the best hours at
	which to see the officers. This marks
	the northernmost point of my journey-
	ings. Sitting at my window I could
	read with ease by daylight at 10.15
	p. m: and could readily see the time
	by my watch an hour later.
June 16. Made early visit to the Royal Botanic
	Gardens, – extensive and excellent.
	At 10 a.m. I met at the Royal Institution
	Mr Garden, the Librarian and Assist-
	ant Secretary of the Royal Society. He
	showed me many courtesies. At his
	suggestion I visited the famous Univ-
	ersity of Edinburgh, and there met
	Professor Tait, Secretary of the Royal

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June.
16 (cont.) Society.  Attended Prof. Tait's lecture
in National Philosophy; subject-  Ther-
mometry. This was one of the noisiest
classes I have ever witnessed: though
I had thought that our American
institutions surpassed all others in
student rowdyism.  Before the Professor
came in there was an indescribable
din; and during the lecture, any
particularly interesting point, and
there were many such was greeted
by stamping of feet, and beating
with canes upon the floor. I had
a long private interview with Prof.
Tait; he exhibited great interest in
Utah affairs; and took apparent
delight in showing me his working
rooms, and in explaining to me the
details of the investigations in
Physics with which he is at
present engaged. He has devised
what is surely an admirable method
of securing self records of vibrating
bodies; a needle point attached to
the body is made to trace its course
upon the surface of a revolving
disc of glass previously inked by
means of a printer's roller. The
duration of the movement is recorded
by the self registering of a point-armed

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tuning fork of known wave length.
When the ink on the plate is dry,
a photographic print is taken
from it as if it were a negative.
	Prof. Tait secured for me a meeting
with Prof. James Geikie, the noted
geologist. I had the pleasure of
attending his lecture in Geology. I
find it the rule at this University
for the Professors to wear the academic
robes in their lecture rooms.
It was my intention to return to
England tomorrow, but Secretary Tait
and Prof. Gerkie urge upon me to remain
here till after the meeting of theRoyal Society on Monday next.
It appears to be in the line of my
duty to stay.
June 17. Through the invitation of Prof. Geikie
I had the pleasure of accompanying
him and his class on a geological
excursion. We went by train from
Edinburgh to Burnt Island: - really no
island at all, the name being but
a corruption of "Brent-land", meaning
broken or naked land, and very prop-
erly so named from the volcanic
nature and appearance of the place.
Our way lay over the Forth Bridge
spanning the Firth of Forth. After

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June.
17 (cont.) leaving the train we took up our
tramp to Bin Hill, examing quarries
and other interesting places. The
formations are sandstone and shale
jutting against basalt.  We visited
the particular quarry, and examined
the identical formation which figured
so conspicuously in the fierce controversy
between the opposing schools of
geologists, the Vulcanists and the Nep-
tunists. A disciple of the latter school
claimed to have found in this quarry
an intrusive mass of sandstone in
contact with shale, the latter of un-
doubted aqueous origin. This alleged
sandstone is in really a white trap
rock, an altered diabase.  Halting for
lunch in a stone quarry, the Professor
and nearly all the students indulged
in a smoke. On our return we
crossed the Firth of Forth by boat
to Granton: thence by train to the
city. This has been an enjoyable
day. Prof. Geikie is a geologist of
wide fame; he is enthusiastic; his
methods of clear explanation, and con-
scientious adducing of evidence in
support of every point made are
in themselves valuable lessons.
Beside he is a most agreeable

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companion; very affable, and extremely
fond of a joke, whether he tells it him-
self or listens to another.
Being hardly suited with my hotel
location  — charges high, hours for meals
unsatisfactory etc, I moved this day
to the Old Waverly Hotel, 43 Princes
St. The streets of Edinburgh are filled
with busy throngs till very late in
the night; and of course shops and
places of business open very late in
the morning.
June 17 Sunday. In the morning attended
service at the Barclay Church (West
Kirk), of the Free Church of Scotland
order. Service simple and impressive.
sermon by Dr J. H. Wilson was excellent.
In the evening I attended service at
St. Giles Cathedral, — after the order
of the established Church of Scotland.
There seems to be trouble in the
Church just now, an effort being
made to disestablish the church by
law. To add to the trouble, internal
dissensions are arising; and seceding
congregations are organizing themselves.
In the afternoon, by invitation, I dined
at the house of Prof. Geikie, and there
had the pleasure of a long chat with
him, and a pleasant meeting with

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June,
18: (con.)  his family. He presented me with
	an interesting volume of lyrics
	from the German, "done into English"
	by himself. Spent an hour in
	the magnificent Princes St. Gardens
	– well kept grounds for public
	good. Passing the Registry Office
	today I was surprised to see a
	number of notices of prospective
	marriages, the parties being des-
	cribed by name, residence, occupation,
	and by existing state regarding
	marriage, – bachelor or widower, spinster,
	or widow, and all persons having any
	lawful objections to the union are
	called to declare such. 	I am
	much impressed by the general observ-
	ance of the sabbath. All train cars,
	busses, and other public conveyances
	are stopped.
19. 	Morning visits to the monuments of
	Scott, Lord Nelson, and Burns; also to
	John Knox's house, and the palace
	and Abbey of Holyroad. 	A true
	Scotch lunch today, "hotch-potch."
	Visited the galleries of sculpture and
	painting. Spent part of the after-
	noon at the Royal Institution.
	Prof. Gerkie met me there by appoint-
	ment, and afterward I accompanied

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him to the University. In the course
of conversation he spoke warmly of
the distinguished organization
which I have come here to meet, — the
Royal Society of Edinburgh. He re-
ferred to the eagerness with which
fellowship is sought by many, and
to the very strict rules controlling
the admission. He then surprised me
by saying that Prof. Tait and himself,
both officers of the Council, were
willing to nominate me for mem-
bership should I so desire. I was
greatly astonished: but managed I
believe to mumble something about
feeling highly honored, and asking time
to consider the subject. I find that
the road which leads to membership
is long and winding. Nominations are
first presented to the Council prop-
erly attested by from (4) Fellows, two at
least having personal knowledge of
the nominee. Then, if the Council outs
favorably the date of ballot is set,
at least two months ahead, and during
the interval the name, with the sig-
natures of the sponsors is kept
on the official bulletin boards. Prof.
Geikie explained to me that he could
in no degree assure me of nomination,

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June. 19. (con). or of subsequent election even should
I consent to let my name go up
for the Society is very exclusive,
and foreign members are rarely
made. Beside the fee for ad-
mission of foreigners is very high.
Remembering the counsels of our
brethren at home regarding these
things I answered Prof. Geikie
that I would leave the matter
entirely with him and Prof. Tait, as-
suring them of my appreciation of
any action they may take in my
behalf, but making no formal
request for nomination. I was taken
into the Senate Hall of the Univer-
sity, and subjected there to a rigid
examination as to qualifications
If the nomination be made, and if
favorable action be taken at the
earliest meetings, — both of which
"ifs" are colossal, it will be months
before I hear anything as to the
result.
	At the appointed hour, 8 p.m. I found
myself in the rooms of the Royal
Society, amid the subdued bustle of
opening. Lord M'Laren, one of the
Vice Presidents in the chair. The
specimens of Selenite which I had

[The following is written sideways in left margin]
(See p. 111: this book)

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	presented were on the table; also a
	series of photographs of the formation.
	In the early part of the proceedings
	I was called upon by "My Lord" the
	chairman for an address upon
	the subject. I responded as best
	I could and judging from the man-
	ifestations of interest the result
	was not entirely unprofitable.
	Some discussion as to the formation
	was indulged in; the opinion being
	general that the Selenite geode
	must have been formed at first
	in a limestone cavity.	Aside from
	two obituary notices of deceased
	fellows there was but one other
	paper –"The physical geography
	of the Clyde Sea Area" by Dr H. R.
	Mills F. R. G. S.; this was a most in-
	structive communication.	After
	the conclusion of the general program,
	all visitors were requested to withdraw
	during the transaction of private
	business, following which came
	a general reunion in the Tea Room
	where the members and visitors sipped
	tea and coffee, and nibbled bons bons
	as they chatted. I deemed it wise
	to break through my rule and to
	take a cup of tea with them; indeed

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June 19.
(con.) however, had I drunk all I was
asked to: I would have been scarcely
able to get to my lodgings. A
number of very distinguished men showed
great eagerness to talk with me con-
cerning Utah affairs; Prof. Curer
Brown the chemist, Prof. Copeland the
Astronomer Royal of Scotland, and
others particularly.		So ends my
present business in Edinburgh.
may the results be sanctified for
good.
June 20. Left by early train for London, via
the East Coast route (Great North
em Ry.) A pleasing and varied
ride; for hours within sight of
the North Sea. Our road lay by Berwick,
Newcastle and York. Arrived at London
at 7 p.m:, went at once to the Church
Office, 36 Penton St, to which place
my trunks, valises etc. have been
sent from Liverpool. None of the breth-
ren were at home. Took a room
at No. 2 Claremont Sqaure, — the very
house in which I lodged on my
return from the continent two years
ago.
June 21. Met the brethren at 36 Penton St. They
very kindly assisted in unpacking
and repacking the Selenite. At

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8 p. m. I was in my place at the
Royal Microscopical Society's rooms;
the Selenite and photographs occu-
pying places of prominence. Res-
ponding to the call of the President
I delivered a brief address on the
subject of the Selenite occurrence,
exhibiting the specimens. I present
to the Society in the name of the
Deseret Museum, a large fine crystal
a magnificent cleavage slab, and
a box containing 150 small slabs, the
last named being for distribution
among the fellows. The enthusiast-
ic reception accorded me, and the
kind comments and discussions
by the members were encouraging.
One member declared his joy at this
discovery, for he said there had been
a threatened Selenite famine owing
to the inaccessibility of the Montmartre
deposit.		An interesting paper
was read on "The Continental Micro-
scope"; a very warm discussion
followed.		After the close of the
session came the tea sipping and
conversation. There was almost a
scramble for the small pieces of
Selenite; and the members were
profuse in their expressions of

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[Next paragraph labeled "Jun 21 (cont.)" in left margin]
appreciation. Sir David Salomons <※>
was very much interested though
the time accorded me on the pro-
gram had something to do with
crowding out a paper by himself.
My fellow members urged upon
me to come oftener. It was a
late hour before I got away. I
pray that the Lord will bless
this simple effort.
[The following is written sideways in left margin next to above paragraph]
※ I am not sure of the correctness
of this entry concerning Sir David
Solomons' presence: a gentleman was
pointed out to me as he: I did not meet
him personally, on this occasion: but when
I afterward saw him he appeared to be a
different person from the one to whom I have
made reference here. Sir David had an appointment on
the program at this meeting: but I do not think he was
present, and the place he should have filled was
given to me.
[Next paragraph labeled "June 22." in left margin]
Took very fine specimens of
Selenite to the South Kensington
Museum; and by previous arrange-
ment had an interview with Prof.
Fletcher, the Curator of Mineralogy.
His enthusiastic comments were many.
he pronounced the formation one
of the wonders of the world. He
assured me of his willingness to ex-
change with us, and thus probably
to assist our Museum. In the
collections to compare with the
specimens which we present.
Spent part of the afternoon amongst
the superb collections of this great
Museum.			In the evening
I attended a meeting of the North
London Branch of the Church at
36 Penton St., and had the pleasure

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	of renewing acquaintance with several
	whom I met here before, and of meeting
	many others. Bishop Tingey, and
	I addressed the meeting.
June 23. Spent fore part of the day in
	writing, and occupied myself during
	the afternoon at the rooms of
	the Royal Microscopical Society.
"24. The same line of occupation as that
	of yesterday.	     This day brought
	me a number of letters from beyond
	the sea; among them two from home. Over
	three weeks since word was last received
	from Maia; she was then in Chicago,
	and the letter telling me of her well-
	being and of her intentions concerning
	her return came to hand shortly be-
	fore I came aboard the ship at New
	York. The letters received today tell
	of her safe arrival home after a
	journey attended with much sickness,
	and of her joyous meeting with our
	darlings, who were then (June 9) still
	with Grandpa and Grandma on the
	Farm. I can scarcely help envying
	Wife on the pleasures of the reunion,
	which are still, for a season to be
	denied me. My heart overflows with
	gratitude to our Heavenly Father that
	he has safely conducted her home;

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June 24:
  (cont.)	and that all was so well. I trust
the same favorable conditions con-
tinue.
June 25. Sunday. Early service at the City
Temple, where I heard again the
eloquent divine Dr Jos. Parker.
He offered special prayer for the
many distressed relatives of the steam-
ship Victoria officers and crew. The des-
truction of this vessel and loss of so
many men constitute a national calamity
This evening I attended meeting at
36 Penton St., and by erquest occupied
the stand during the evening. I find
here many of the saints whom I met
two years ago, and a few later converts.
" 26. Busy visiting apparatus houses. Spent
part of the day in the British
Museum.
" 27. Proceeded by morning train to Cambridge,
and visited the grand old University. Hav-
ing written ahead to learn the most
advantageous time for making the call,
my arrival was expected. Prof. Lewis
of the department of Mineralogy received
me very kindly. The specimens of
Selenite which I carried for presentation
to the University, – consisting of a
fine solitary crystal and a slab, drew
Prof. Lewis's deepest interest. He summoned

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an assistant, Mr Sully to examine
the wonderful specimens with him.
He considered in detail the photographs
of the formation, and pronounced the
whole occurrence a great wonder.
Prof. Lewis and his chief assistant
showed me marked attention in aiding
me to see some of the sights of Cambridge
The present being vacation time I was
not able to meet students at their
work. We spent over three hours in
the mineralogical museum. The col-
lections are very extensive and val-
uable, but most of the specimens
are small. 	The Professor very
courteously opened cases, and gave me
every opportunity to examine speci-
mens in detail; beside that he gave
me a few very rare things, and as-
sured me of his willingness to aid in
securing other desirable specimens
for our Deseret Museum.
	I was conducted to many of the
historic places of Cambridge, visiting
the lecture rooms and chapels of the
separate (and, to a degree, rival) col-
leges. The building speak of the
dignity and glory of bye-gone centuries.
The large dining hall is a wonder; here
students are required, and professors

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June 27
  (cont.)	and instructors are expected to dine
in hall. There we threaded many spacious
courts, passed long corridors, climbed
stone stairs, and reached Prof Lewis's
private rooms, he being a bachelor
still living in college apartments. Or-
dinarily Fellows of the college have
two rooms apiece; senior fellows like
himself have each two rooms and a 
cellar; the latter being well stocked
with ale and wine. I lunched with
Prof. Lewis in his rooms. I learned by
enquiry that the boundaries separating
the property of different colleges are
rigidly observed. The government of the
colleges is really exercised by the bodies
of Fellows, who are graduates of the institu-
tions, and who attain the distinction
of Fellowship by examination in scholas-
tic ability. Women are admitted to
certain courses of study; but are not
admitted to degrees, as such distinction
would really rest them with governing
powers.
	Returned to London by evening train.
June 28. In afternoon Elders Hall and Thorne and
myself secured admission to the gallery
of the House of Commons; Bro. Hall had
through a friend obtained tickets signed by
some M.B., and with blanks for our

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our insertions of names. Presenting these
tickets our names, residences, and other
items were recorded, and we were asked
the name of the Member who had signed
the tickets. None of those present could
read it; the scrawl was without semblance
to letters; so we left the clerk to do
as best he could.		In the House,
debate on the Home Rule Bill for
Ireland was in progress. I had the pleasure
of listening to speeches from Salisbury,
Balfour and the "grand old man", -
Gladstone himself.
	Took evening train en route
for Paris. Arrived at Newhaven at
10.30, and immediately embarked by
S. S. "Ronen" for Düppe. Of course
I expected to be very ill; but desiring
to test further the effects of bromides
(see page 39) I took two good doses of Soda
Bicarbonate Tartaric Acid, and Potass.
Bromide. The channel tonight was in
a furious state of unrest as indeed it
usually is; and nearly in the cabin
were very sick; but to my joy I had not
a spasm of illness; and slept peacefully
most of the way across. Arrived at Düppe
at 3.30 am., took train at once for Paris
reaching the metropolis at 8 a.m. I had
registered my baggage through to Paris; and

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June (28)
    cont.
and 29.	therefore underwent Customs examination
on arrival. Explaining the nature of
the Selenite packages, they were passed
without being opened.
29. Took room at the Hotel St. Petersburg,
at which house I stayed on my
visit to Paris, now nearly two years
ago. After resting, I proceeded to the
"Institute of France," and secured an
interview with the Secretary, to whom
I had already written concerning the
specimens. We had some difficulty in
making our understanding clear: but
it was arranged that the specimens
be presented tomorrow.
During the afternoon I visited several
places of interest: - Gardens of the
Tuilleries; Panorama of the Century's
History: Place de la Concorde, Montmartre
and the Cemetery; Bastile, and Arch of
Triumph. Most of these places I
visited two years ago.	The public
gardens of Paris are admirably adapted
for enjoyment. Great numbers of chil-
dren were playing in them; sailing
their toy ships on the ponds and basins
and watching to see whose will reach
Port first. Women take their sewing and
spend much time in the gardens; and
there the men repair to read and smoke.

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June 30. Made early visit to Versepuy and Co.
32 Fairbourg Poissonierre to whom I had
letters from Queen & Co. Philadelphia. Then
visited Institute of France and presented
the specimens. Spent afternoon at
Eiffel Tower, Trocadero, Champs de Mars
Champs Elysees Place de la Concorde,
and St. Madeleine (See Guide Book.)
The Parisians are a pleasure loving
people; stalls, and open air theatres
abound along the Champ Elysees.
In the evening I attended an open
air concert at the famous
Jardin de Paris.
July 1. Visited Place de la Republique and
the Bastille; and spent most of
after part of the day at the
Jardin des Plantes. Here there
are most extensive and magnificent
collections of Natural History
specimens.	Oftentimes I leave
the hotel immediately after break-
fast and do not return again
till night; having purposely ar-
ranged to take no meal but break-
fast, except on special order at
the hotel. This gives me greater
freedom of action, and furthermore
enables me to eat in different res-
taurants, and so see more of French
customs.

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July 2. Sunday; though one would scarcely
know it from visiting the streets
of the city. Some of the larger
shops are closed; but nearly all
of the smaller establishments
are kept open as usual. Visited
Notre Dame and some other churches:
also the Hotel Den or Hospital.
Heat so oppressive that I had to
return to my room and rest during
the greater part of the afternoon.
The last few days have witnessed many
lively scenes of French excitability here.
A cabmen's strike a few days ago resulted
in a concerted attack on the vehicles
of a certain organization, and much
rough handling of the cabbies. A number
of carriages were destroyed, and many
persons hurt. The police with their
ever-ready sabres made a fierce charge
and wounded several of the combatants.
Another trouble has been caused by the
real or fancied grievances of the student
community in the Latin Quarter against
the police officials, resulting last night
in a riotous demonstration by the students,
in the course of which windows in the
official residences and public buildings
were smashed, and other property destroyed.
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fiercely, and it is reported many students
were injured and two killed. I was not
an eye witness to either of these af-
frays but saw some of the devastation
resulting therefrom.
July. 3.	Mr. Glasewski, representing Queen & Co.
called early at the Hotel, according
to prearranged plans to conduct me to
some places of interest in the city. We
visited in turn the following establish-
ments:-	Ducretti and Lejeune, Electrical
Instruments; Golaz, Chemical and
Physical Instruments; Tramond, Phy-
siological and Anatomical Preparations:
Wiesnegg, Biological, particularly Bacteri-
ological Appliances: Auzons' famous
Anatomical models: and Nachet and Sons,
Microscope Makers. At each place we
were accorded every courtesy that could
be desired.	In the afternoon I
visited the Institute of France, and
attended the session of that distin-
guished organization. My communication
respecting the Selenite formation and
the specimens were presented. The
meeting was one of general, though
I suppose high class disorder.
L'Institut comprises many different
sections or academies; and when any
subject is under consideration, of special

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July 3.
(cont.) interest to one or the other subsection,
members not directly interested move
freely about, talk together and cause
much disturbance even while lectures are
in progress.
	Took passage on the late train for
London, reaching Dieppe, and boarding
the channel steamer "Paris" at 1: am.
July 4. Reached Newhaven at 5.30 a.m. after
a tempestuous passage. Many people
were sick: but again I was spared
the disagreeable experience. I took
the bromide mixture already referred to (p. 39:
and p. 59.) and either that or some other
cause, kept my usually unruly stomach
in perfect subjection. Reached London at
8 a. m; and resumed my lodgings at
2 Claremont Square.	This is independance
Day at home. The United States Flag
was waving this morning on a number
of London houses. The day is marked
for me by several pleasing incidents.
I received a letter from home, written
by Maia on the anniversary of our
marriage (June 14 see p. 41): conveying
news that all was well. Calling
at 2 Cavendish Place I had the pleasure
of meeting Bro. John. W. Young; and
Pres. Geo. Q. Cannon. Later, I visited
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Reynolds; brother to Bro. George Reynolds.
In the afternoon I visited the Museum of
Practical Geology, Jermyn St.
July 5.	Sent specimens of Selenite by express
to Prof. N. S. Maskelyne of Oxford
University. It has been my intention
to make a personal visit to that
noted seat of learning, there to present
the specimens in person; but by letter
from Prof. Maskelyne I learn that
the Museums etc. are closed at Oxford,
and that he, the Professor of Minerology
is not likely to be again at the Univ-
ersity during the summer months.
Took some choice crystals also to
the Museum of Practical Geology,
where they were received with many
expressions of thanks. 	In the even-
ing, by special invitation I dined at
the residence of Bro. John W. Young,
where I met, beside Bro. Young and such 
members of his family as are with 
him, Pres. Geo. Q. Cannon, wife and son.
At night I walked through some of the
streets along which the royal procession
is to pass tomorrow, and viewed the decora-
tions for the occasion of the wedding of
Prince George, Duke of York, and the
Princess May of Teck. Preparations
for this event are of extended order.

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July 5 
	(con.) The decorative designs consist mostly
of royal emblems, with combinations of
the Rose of York, with May Blossoms.
Joy at the event, though general is by
no means universal. Agitators have
tried to stir public feeling to the
point of revolt using as their excuse
the injustice in making such outlay
for show when so many thousands
are suffering for necessaries of life.
"Parasites", and "royal vermin" are some
of the expressions used to designate the
reigning family. 
July 6. This is the much talked of day; the
marriage day of the royal pair. Some of
the brethren including myself visited
the route of the procession, and admired
the beautiful decorations; but having
no five-pound note to spare for a seat
on the balconies or in the windows I
returned home without a sight of the
great personages; but this to me
was but little of disappointment.
The people seem determined to make all
they can out of the occasion. On
the busses and trains the fares have
been enormously increased. A ride which
yesterday cost a penny is today sixpence.
At night brilliant illuminations and
display of fireworks took place. It was grand

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[Next paragraph labeled "July 7." in left margin]
Attended meetings of the Museum Asso-
ciations, held at 3 Hanover Square W.
This is an association of Museum
Presidents and Curators; presided over by
Sir Wm. Flower. After receiving an ex-
planation of the objects and purposes of
the organization, I applied for the
admission of the Deseret Museum,
(with the previously obtained approval of
Pres. Geo. Q. Cannon, Chairman of the
Museum Board.) The matter of admit-
ting a foreign Museum, and one situated
at so great a distance as is ours
was taken under advisement by the
Council: but I was admitted personally
as an Associate.		Spent after
part of the day in the rooms of the
Royal Microscopical Society, using
the rich collections of instruments,
slides and books. In the evening attended
Daly's Theatre, and witnessed "The Taming of a Shrew."
[The following is written sideways in left margin next to above paragraph]
A few weeks later I received information from the
Secretaries that the Deseret Museum had been
admitted to full membership.
[Next paragraph labeled "July 8." in left margin]
Forepart of the day spent in
business. In the afternoon at the
united request of the brethren here
all the elders within reach, with
Pres. Geo. Q. Cannon, sat for a group photo-
graph.
[Next paragraph labeled "July. 9." in left margin]
Sunday. Took an early morning walk
through the unsavory and notorious
Whitechapel District, particularly the so-

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July 9	Sunday.
(Cont.)	called Petticoat Lane, where the Jews
most do congregate. Such a state of
noisy squallor is difficult to conceive of.
Clothes of all kinds as here offered for
sale at prices that tell of ill origin.
Attended afternoon meeting at 36
Penton St: and had the blessing of
the sacrament, - the first opportunity
since leaving home. I took great
pleasure in listening to the testimonies
of the brethren and sisters. In the
evening, by request I occupied  the 
speaker's stand. Between the meetings,
at the invitation of Sister Francis, a 
member of tis branch, two other of the
brethren and myself took "tea" (without
the tea) at her house; and after the
evening meeting, by her earnest request
we returned to her residence, and there
 held a short meeting, at which I
spoke. Sister Francis' parents are very
aged, and cannot attend meeting; one
of her two daughters has shown great
prepidice against our church, and
to her mother's great sorrow seems
determined to take the veil in the
Catholic order. To give the aged ones an
opportunity of hearing our principles and
perhaps to give the young lady an insight
were the mother's objects in asking us

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to hold service in her house. We enjoyed
much of the spirit of God during
the evening. May the Lord sanctify
the results. 	The elders report that
Sister Francis is in truth a mother
to them; they look upon her house
as home. 	Next door to Sis. Francis
live Mr. and Mrs. Everhard, the lady
being a member of the church, and
the man ready to be baptized as soon
as his physical infirmities permit.
He has been confined to his bed now
for 17 months, with tumors in the hip:
and has already suffered several operations.
His faith seems strong; and he sent
for us to visit him, and administer to
him. We did so, Elders John Owen, Chas.
Thorne, and myself officiating; I being
mouth. May the ordinance prove
acceptable.
July 10. Spent greater part of day in Museums,
morning and part of afternoon in
South Kensington Museum; later
hours in Jermyn St, at the Museum
of Practical Geology. (See Note Books)
Had personal interviews with the
curators in each place.
"	11. Busy at Apparatus houses, examin-
ing instruments and placing orders.
Visited Short, Mason and Co, and watched

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July 11
	(cont.) the processes of Aneroid Barometer
manufacture. Selected several micro-
scopes of Beck's.
"	12. Morning in British Museum: after-
noon in Royal Microscopical Society 
rooms. 
"	13 Left London by afternoon train; arrived
at Liverpool by early evening. Had
the pleasure of meeting Pres. Cannon
and Apostle Lund at 42 Islington - 
the Church Office. Took room at
Stewarts Hotel.
" 	14. Busily engaged in packing, and
otherwise preparing for departure.
"	15. Went on board "Alaska" at 4 p.m. Re-
mained at anchor in the stream till
the time of the evening tide, - 8 o'clock: 
when we started on our westward
jounrey. A great number of our Utah
folks are on board; among them
are Prest. Geo. Q. Cannon, Wife, and
Son; Elders Savage, Falkman, Hansen
and Anderson returning missionaries.
Elder Job Pingree, wife and daughter
returning from a visit to England; and
about fifty Scandinavian emigrant
to Utah. By the kindness of
Mr Ramsder, the G[--]in  agent
at Liverpool, who seems to be
specially interested in showing

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me kindness, I have one of the 
best state rooms on the ship no. 
150. Pres. Cannon's son Sylvester, 
and I share it together. Our 
start tonight was an auspicious 
one, fair sky, smooth water, 
quick passage over the Ba[-] and 
forward into the channel. 
July 16. Sunday. No service or other 
religious observance of the day 
was held.  About noon we reached 
Queenstown; but did not enter 
the harbor.  A tender brought mail, 
baggage and passengers, and 
after a very brief pause we con-
tinued our journey.  Last sight 
of land about dusk. 
"	17. Sea rough, or at least choppy: 
many are sick: myself not 
among the number.  At the first 
premonitory symptoms I have 
taken doses of the Bromide mix-
ture (see pp. 39, 59, and 64).  Pres. Cannon
rejoices in having escaped the, to him, 
horrible experience. 
"	18. Rough weather continues.  Bro. Cannon
very sick this morning; as also 
several others.  I am well thus far. 
My heart is buoyant, and this may 
have some effect in aiding me

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July
18 (cont.) to resist the sickness; for I feel 
that every pitch of the vessel 
takes me homeward; nearer the 
darlings, wife and sweet sons, whom 
I long so earnestly to see. 
"	19. Fair voyaging; still many are ill. Cold. 
"	20. Smooth sea; but very cold.  About 7.30 
p.m, a large iceberg was seen toward 
the north-west; and some of the ship's 
officers expressed the opinion that 
others were in the neighborhood. It 
was a grand sight, and well that we 
had with it no closer aquaintance 
than a sight. 
"	21. Another iceberg, smaller than the 
former on was seen today. Weather 
fair. 
"	23. All well.  In the evening a concert 
was held in the Saloon, the proceeds 
being devoted to the Sailor's home. The 
extent to which gambling is carried on 
these steamers is deplorable.  I watched
 the proceedings at the Poker tables 
in the Smoking Room tonight. 
One man won in all nearly a hundred 
dollars; and of course others lost 
a corresponding amount.  It is a 
deadly fascination.
"	23 Sunday. This morning the pilot was 
taken on board so we feel that we are

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[A map of the Atlantic Ocean for "GUION LINE U.S. MAIL STEAMERS. PASSENGERS' TRACK CHART." with the following notes]
S. S. Alaska.
	95" Voyage.
	Bound West.
256 to Sandy Hook.	23 Fog. rain fine. 370	22 Fresh breeze: fine. 369	21 Hazy and fine. <Iceberg.> 376	20. Breeze: rain. 366	19. N.W. Breeze: overcast: rain 374	18. N.W. Breeze: Cloudy: rain. 349	17. 285 from Fastnet. Mod. N.W. Breeze: Cloudy

Date.		Lat.		Long.
July.			N.		W.
Mon. 17.		51º.10'	17º.09'
Tues. 18.		50.50	26.27.
Wed. 19.		49.23	35.57
Thurs. 20.	47.23	44.36
Fri. 21.		45.02	53.01
Sat. 22.		42.41	60.56
Sun. 23.		40.37	68.49

Left Roches Point at 0.19 p.m. July 16, 1893.
Distance run 2745 miles.

Geo. S. Murray
	Master.

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near land.  Good weather and fair sailing
July 24.	Pioneer day at home.  At 4 a.m. the 
"Alaska" dropped anchor in New York
harbor, within sight of the Brooklyn
Bridge and Statue of Liberty.  It was 
9 o'clock however before the Quarantine 
inspection had been passed and the 
passengers landed.  Bp. Wm D Johnson, 
and Bro. Junius F. Wells met us at the 
pier. Another hour was consumed 
in Custums House formalities; then
I found myself again in the streets 
of New York.  Several letters were 
awaiting me at the St. Denis Hotel.
One from Wife dated July 14 conveys 
the sorrowful news that Mother 
Booth passed from this life on the 
10" inst. after an illness of a few 
weeks. From Maia's description, the 
scenes of the death-bed were blessed 
ones, the good soul receiving the 
summons in traquility and 
peace. Mother Booth has had a 
varied and an eventful life, and 
now that her work here has been 
finished here, she has calmly passed 
to meet loved ones beyond.  Were it not 
that I have been away through the 
commission of the proper authorities, 
I could wish that I had been present

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July 24
	(cont.) at the closing scenes; but I rejoice that
Maia was by her mother's side at the 
last. I trust that Wife will be com-
forted in her grief; I know that she will
not fail to acknowledge the divine
hand in her bereavement. Since reciev-
ing her letter I am the more anxious
to hasten to her side.
	Attended to proofs at the Standard
Dictionary office. Visited Eimer and 
Am[--]d, and McAllister, arranging for 
shipment of other apparatus. Took 
evening train for the west, homeward 
bound, - going by way of Rochester.
July 25. Arrived at Rochester 7.30 a.m. After
breakfast went to Wards Natural
History establishment, in the hope 
of there meeting Prof. Ward, and with 
him completing arrangements for 
the exchange of specimens. Disap-
pointed in learning that the Professor
is in Chicago; we had made a partial
arrangement to meet in Rochester during
the last week in July. With the co-
operation of Mr. Henry Ward,  the Pro-
fessor's son I selected and arranged 
for the shipping of a lot of desirable
specimens for our Museum. At
4.30, I left Rochester by local train for 
A[-]m, thence by another train for

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Buffalo, then after another train
proceeded to Jamestown where the main
Erie line is reached. At 11 p. m I was
on the through train bound for Chicago.
July 26. Reached Chicago at 5 p. m.; took
room at Niagara Hotel. Called at once
on McIntosh Battery Co., and there found
letters, one from Maia, saying that all
was fairly well. She had already
gone home with the children.
July 27 Went early to the World's Fair Grounds,
and there met Prof. Ward, a telegram
having already been sent to ap-
point a meeting with him. Had
long consultation with him regarding
exchanges for Selenite. Spent rest
of day on the grounds, mostly in
Mining, Agricultural, Anthropolog-
ical and Utah buildings. A marked
difference is seen in the Fair today
from what it was during my visit
here in May. The installation is
now practically complete; and
the attendance is greatly increased.
Still it is reported through the
press that the financial condition
of the enterprise is not good.
Took night train for the west,
travelling by Chicago and North
Western Line.

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July 28. Reached Council Bluffs at 2. p. m:
Proceeded at once by Union Pacific
Line.
July 29. Still travelling. On time. Crossed the
Utah line shortly before midnight.
July 30. Sunday. Reached home about 3.30
a. m. Rejoiced to find wife and children
safe and well. So after an absence
of 11 1/2 weeks, during which wife and
I have travelled thousands of miles
we are again united, and our children
with us. Surely the Lord is good to us.
	In the afternoon I attended the
Tabernacle meeting; happy again
to have the privilege of partaking
of the sacrament at home. By
call of the presiding officer I addressed the
congregation: Pres. Angus M. Cannon
spoke also a short time.
July 31. Began work, or rather made prepar-
ations for work at the University
and Museum building. I find that
the painful stingency in the
money market is felt here in
Utah as elsewhere, though the
proverbial careful and conservative
course of the people prevents such
frequent failures as are reported
in the world. I have never known
a stronger invent of financial

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difficulty than seems now to have swept
over the land. It was expected that
the travel would be very heavy this
year; the facts are that it is
unusually light. Ships and trains,
upon which I have travelled this
year have been but lightly laden.
Aug. 1. Had an interview with Pres Joseph
F. Smith, and others of the brethren,
and reported my labors. The results
seemed to afford satisfaction.
" 4. Received visit from M. Eugene Martin,
and Mle. Dugard, delegates from the
French Ministry of Instruction to the
Columbian Fair. They are now visiting
the west., and seem particularly
desirous of studying the Church
School system. I accompanied them
to the following places; - Latter-day
Saints' College, Church University
and Museum; 18" Ward Seminary, 
University of Utah, Temple Block, 
and Presidents' Office. 	Pres. Woodruff
accorded them an interview. 
"	5. Attended monthly Priesthood Meeting. 
"	6. Usual meetings. At Prayer Circle, by
 appointment I officiated in consecrating 
the oil. In the evening Bro. Grether
and I officiated as Home Missionaries 
in the Twelfth Ward.

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Aug. 7. In the evening, delivered an address
before a large audience in the Eleventh
Ward, under the auspices of the
Lesser Priesthood quorums of that
ward, subject "The Lesser Priesthood."
"   11. A meeting of the General Board of
Education was held today, at which
the affairs of the Church Schools
were discussed. Owing to the present
financial distress, which is said to
be unparalleled in the history of the
country, appropriations for the
support of Church Schools had to
be stopped; and in consequence about
twenty of such schools were an-
nounced as compelled to close for
the ensuing year. It was decided
also by the Board that the Church
University could not begin session
this year. This is a great disap-
pointment; our building is prac-
tically ready, most of the needed
apparatus is secured and in place,
and hopes had been entertained of
opening the institution within a
few weeks of the present.
Wife was taken very ill tonight
with serious and even alarming
symptoms; she was administered to
by request, and we hope for the best.

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August	Sunday By request I accompanied and 
	13.   assisted Bishop Elias Morris of the 
15" Ward in administering to the 
child of a Mr and Mrs Manwell of 
that ward. The people are not in 
the Church; but they seem to have 
faith in the ordinances. The 
child seems very low, being entirely 
unconscious, and apparently sinking. 
At the Prayer Circle I officiated 
by direction in the dedicatory 
prayer. 
"	14. The summer school at the Brigham 
Young Academy, Provo, has been in 
session a week; this day making 
the beginning of a second week's 
work. I am a[---]ced as a lecturer 
for the present week. Owing to Maia's 
illness I had almost abandoned 
the idea of attempting to fill the 
appointment; but, as she is greatly 
better, and has urged me to go with 
the promise of keeping me informed 
of her condition, I went to Provo
today, taking son Sterling with 
me to spend a few days with the 
folks on the Farm. Attended the 
Church School Convention, in 
session today. In the afternoon 
attended meeting of Board of Examiners.

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Aug. 14
(cont.) Delivered two lectures before the
combined Summer School and
official Teachers' Institutes subjects:- 
	"A plea for training in Science."
and "Classification".
In the evening went to the Farm
and had a pleasant visit with the
folks.
"   15. Rode to Provo. Lectured before the
School and Institute; - "The Stereopticon"
and "The Microscope" as teachers'
tools. Returned to the Farm at
night.
"   16. Lectured - "Simple Experiments." According
to the prearranged program an
excursion to Saltair had been
set for today, and I have been
announced as a lecturer there. We
went by special train to Salt Lake
City; there I left the party, which
proceeded directly to Saltair; I going
home to see the folks. Found wife
much better. Took evening train
to Saltair; but owing to the thousands
of visitors not directly interested in
our work it was deemed wise to
dispense with the proposed lectures.
I remained at the Lake but twenty
minutes: then returned home spending
the evening with the folks, and

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then proceeded by late train to Provo.
Spent the night at the house of
Bro. Josiah Cluff.
Aug 17. Lectures: - "Simple Apparatus," and
"The Great Salt Lake." Spent night
at farm.
" 18. Last lecture of the course, - "Science, 
living and dead." The School session
seems to have been one of unusual
success. Dr Baldwin, the noted
psychologist has been of course
the central figure.	I returned
home by afternoon train, the folks
kindly sending Sterling to meet
me at station.  At home we found
Maia still improving.
" 20 Sunday. Attended Sabbath School in
our own ward, - the second. Elder
George Reese and I administered
to Bro. Goodwin of our ward. In
the afternoon I accompanied Dr.
Joseph Baldwin to the Tabernacle,
where according to previous
announcements he addressed
the congregation on the subject
of "The True Man," delivering an
eloquent and a powerful discourse.
To my surprise I was called to
follow him in speaking; I spoke
about 35 minutes. After meeting,

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Aug. 20
(cont.) Dr Baldwin and I had an interview
with M. Bouisson, one of the delegates
in educational matters from France;
he is particularly desirous of
investigating our Church system
of schools. Dr Baldwin told the
gentleman what he thought of
our people, our teachers, and our schools,
paying the Latter-day Saints a
very high compliment.	In the
early evening, by appointment,
Elder John M. Cannon and I officiated
as Home Missionaries in the 13"
Ward. The meeting was marked by a
free flow of the spirit of God.
At night I attended a special meeting
at the Tabernacle, at which Dr E. E.
White of Columbus, Ohio, delivered an
excellent lecture on "Prayer in the
light of reason." Dr White is an
author and a worker in educational
lives and is in Utah at present as
a lecturer in the Salt Lake Summer
Normal School now in session here.
It is surely a sign of the liberality of
our people that they welcome men
of other denominations to speak in
our pulpits. I believe that good will
come to the people through the
visits of these masters. Both Baldwin

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and White seem particularly impressed 
by the extensive missionary system 
in operation among our people; that 
system, they say, is developing a race
of orators among us. 
Aug 23. From every side arises the cry of hard 
times. I have never witnessed a greater 
stagnation in business enterprises 
than has manifested itself during the 
last month. Money is not to be had, 
confidence seems to have disappeared,  
and credit is denied by nearly all 
tradesmen. Public works are stopped, 
and in this city along thousands 
of men are out of employment. 
	Some of such unemployed are 
of a dangerous nature to the rest 
of the community; indeed fears 
have been expressed that we may 
have a repetition of the scenes of 
violence through which our sister 
city, Denver, was recently called to 
pass;  her unemployed men began a 
wholesale looting of the town. Here, 
already people are in want; and 
the hard season with its rigors is yet 
to come. The Church having been 
despoiled of its property under the 
cover of a wicked law, now feels its 
poverty most keenly, and many works

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Aug. 23
con. of improvement have been suspended.
The annual appropriation for church
schools has been stopped, and in
consequence it is announced that
not less than twenty schools which
held full session last year will this
year be stopped. As for the Church
University, the General Board of
Education has decided that it is
impracticable to open this year,
and a committee has been appointed
to devise a plan for the utilizing
of the building and apparatus for
the year.	Personally I am keenly
sensitive to the severity of the times;
having absolutely no income but
my monthly salary, I feel any
stoppage of the stream, and for
four months I have been unable
to draw a dollar in money. My
journey to Europe reduced what
little extra I had to almost nothing.
Yet I rejoice that things are not worse,
and we feel that our family is
particularly blessed. So many of
our friends have illness as well as
poverty to contend with while with
the exception of wife who has been
confined to her bed for fully two
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have enjoyed the rare blessing of
excellent health. Prest. George Q Cannon
declared in a recent sermon that
many people who have lived in
high style, now find it necessary
to change their table fare even;
but, wife and I have remarked several
times that there is no difference
whatever in our ordinary fare, for
we have always lived in simple manner.
We have suspended all expenditures
out of the ordinary; and defer as
long as possible all but absolutely
necessary purchases. But our
chief blessing at these times lies
in being out of debt. It is a
rule with us never to go in debt.
At present Father has small
outstanding notes; and his interests
and troubles are mine, so that I
strive to be able to assist him; but
I have no personal obligation of
any account. I feel that all will
be well; I ackowledge the hand
of God in present affairs and
I look for great and good results.
I am so happy in contemplating
that the great Temple was com-
pleted before this financial crash
came. God willed it so.

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Aug. 26.	Met today with a Committee appointed
by the General Board of Education, and
composed of members of the University
Board, to consider and recommend a
method for utilizing the new church
Univ. building, it having been
decided that under the present very
stringent state of money matters the
original intention of <immediately> starting the Univer-
sity with several full courses should be
abandoned. I laid before the Committee
the following plans: - 1. That certain
rooms in the new building be granted
to the Latter-day Saints' College free of
rent for the use of that institution
during the ensuing year; 2. That
the Church University institute fill
class courses in Chemistry and Natural
Philosophy; for the conducting of which
I assume the whole labor, dispensing
with the two assistant teachers intended
for the work, and using only the men
at present working in the institution,
(draughtsman, clerk, and janitor).
3. That all qualified applicants from
among the College students be ad-
mitted to these courses free of charge,
and the College be thus relieved of the
responsibility and expense of conducting
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4. that a thorough course of popular
public lectures be established under
the auspices of the University.
All of these propositions were favor-
ably acted upon, and the Committee
made a report recommending their
acceptance.
Aug. 27. Sunday. Attended usual meetings. At
the morning prayer circle I officiated
by appointment at the altar. In
the evening I spoke at the Second
Ward meeting as a missionary,
specially appointed by the Presidency
of the Stake in the interests of
Church schools.
"  28. At a meeting of the Church
University Board the report of the
Committee (See Aug. 26) was adopted,
and the course of proceedure therein
recommended was agreed upon. The
finishing of necessary parts of the
building, the cost not to exceed a
specified sum was agreed upon.
"   30. Attended regular monthly Home
Missionary meeting, the first I have
had an opportunity  of being present
at for several months. By call
of the President I addressed the
meeting, as one of several speakers.
during the evening

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Sept. 3. Sunday. Second day of Stake Conference
By direction of the Stake Presidency I
went during the afternoon to and
held service at the Penitentiary. A
selected choir of five singers furnished
pleasant music. I discharged in some
manner the duties of speaker. Our
humble efforts seemed to be ap-
preciated; I trust the Lord will
deign to turn them to good account.
"    5. Had Sterling and Paul this day circum-
cised, considering the operation to promise
good results.
"    9 Board of Examiner's meetings.
"    10 Sunday. By appointment Elder Joseph
C. Sharp went today to South Jordan
Ward, and there filled appointments as
Home Missionaries. Attended Sabbath
School visited classes, and made addresses; and
in the afternoon addressed the sacrament
meeting An excellent spirit seemed
to prevail. Returned home in the evening.
"    16. Attended first Faculty meeting of the
year at the University of Utah.
"    17 Sunday. Usual meetings. In the
evening Elder J. Reid and I filled ap-
pointments as Home Missionaries in
the 15th. Ward.
"    18. Faculty meeting University of Utah.
Principal business - admission of students.

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on credentials in lieu of examinations.
In evening wife and I attended a grand
Concert given in the Tabernacle in
honor of the victorious return of our Choir
from Chicago. The Tabernacle Choir
is an organization whose fame is now
world wide; at the Columbian Exposition
they competed wihth the picked singers
of the United States and Britain combined,
and gained the American Championship
and a cash prize of $1000. - The first prize
(of $5000 -) was awarded the Scranton
choir, though the decision of the judges
seems to have disappointed the audience.
The choir deserves honor. This evening's
concert was another laurel for their
choral brow.
Sept. 21 Another year of my life completed: - 31
years old.
" 25 Sunday. Usual meetings. In evening
by request of the Bishop, I addressed
the Second Ward Meeting.
" 26 Today the first lectures were given in
the Church University. Contrary to former
expectations and fervent hopes, it was deemed
impracticable under the present con-
ditions of great financial stringency
for the prearranged courses in University
instruction to be established: but
on my suggestion it was decided to open

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Sept. 25
	(cont.) classes in Chemistry and Natural Philos-
ophy. These classes began operation today.
The attendance is large compared with our
expectations, and the usual conditions with
high grade classes. I find myself in
a building, better suited to my work
than any other I have ever labored
in. The Science lecture room is a
very convenient apartment; as also
is the laboratory, are as also are all
the other rooms. I trust this opening
of work in the new institution will
prove auspicious. The University is
founded by the people; may it
prove of benefit to the people, blessed
of God.
"  26. Today I began my prescribed courses of
lectures in the University of Utah.
I hold therein the positions of Professor
of Metallurgy and Biology, and as
an adjunct to the latter course I con-
duct the class in Human Physiology.
This last named class is large - nearly a
hundred pupils, the other classes promise
to be small as so far applicants have
passed the required examinations for
admission. The lectures for present term
are Physiology and Metallurgy, alternat-
ing with each other four days in the
week.

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Sept. 29. Our school week is ended. I am happy
to be again in the class room, after
an absence of 21 months. The weeks work
has been arduous. - three and a half
hours lectures daily beside the prep-
ations for such.  Having no skilled
assistants I have to attend to all the
preparing of apparatus and material
myself.
"    	This day marks the passing of
another year of wife Maia's life;
she reaches her 26th year today.
 "  30. By appointment of the President,
I spoke today at the regular monthly
High Priest's meeting: subject, - "The
Law of Sacrifice."
   Many people are sick at present.
During the last few days I have been
called upon to assist in administering
to the following members of our own
ward:- Sister Gallacher (three times):
Sister Pope (twice): child of Bro Samuel
Smith.
October 2.  A new joy has come to our home; we
have now a boy in school. Today
Sterling entered the Kindergarten,
held by a couple of sisters in the
20" Ward. A kind friend calls for him
every morning, and returns him
every afternoon, conveying him in buggy.

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October. 6 The sixty-fourth semi-annual conference
of the church began today; and in
consequence, the sessions of the
Church University, and the Latter
day Saints' College were suspended.
My lecture at the University of Utah
had to be given as usual however;
and I was thus kept from the afternoon
meeting. The conference is small
in contrast with previous conferences
of recent years; owing doubtless to
the present scarcity of means. At-
tended meeting of the Priesthood at
night.
"    7. Conference meetings continue.
"    8. Sunday. The conference meetings today
were very largely attended. On the
whole, this conference has been a
very beneficial gathering.
"    9. This is the usual day for the official
Priesthood Meeting of the Church,
when the General Authorities meet
with the Stake Presidencies and Ward
Bishoprics; this meeting usually follows
the days of regular Conference meetings.
The authorities of the Church University
extended an invitation to the officers of
the church, the hold said meeting in
the large lecture hall of our new
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the building on that occasion. The
gathering was a large one; every seat
being occupied, and the aisles filled. The
meeting was of a composite nature. This
being the date fixed by the charter for
the meeting of the Salt Lake Literary
and Scientific Association, wh[---] Association
is in fact the present owner of the
University building and equipment, that
meeting was held first. All that was done
however was to ascertain the presence
of a quorum by roll call, and to ad-
journ till a specified date. There
followed the dedicatory services. President
Woodruff spoke a short time, and
Pres- Geo. Q. Cannon offered the dedicatory
prayer. Such visitors as were not members
of the official Priesthood Meeting then
withdrew, and the meeting of the Priesthood
began.	After meetings closed hundreds of
people passed through the building;
and praises were abundant.
Oct. 10 Attended an evening lecture in the
Assembly Hall, by the Rev. Dr Harveis
of London, subject- "Music and Morals."
The gentleman is travelling in America
and seems particularly desirous of investigat
ing our people. His lecture was a
remarkable affair; due to the fact that
he is a remarkably eccentric man. His

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Oct. 10
(cont.) effort was intended to show; (1) that Music
is the greatest and grandest of the arts
because it is wholly the invention of man;
for he claims, there is no music in
Nature; (2) that Music is very closely
associated with the moral nature, because
this art possesses the essential characteristics
of human nature: - alternate elation and
depression, variable intensity, and variety
of expression. He used the violin, tuning
fork, whistle, and gong to illustrate his
points. The people cheered bustily whenever
he amused them, or confused them.
<Sunday> "    5. Elder Oscar Moyle and I officiated as Home
" 5	Missionaries in the Sixteenth Ward.
" 20 Today it was decided by the Presidency
of the Church, with several of the Apostles
sitting with them in council to establish
in connection with the Church University
of Theological Class, to meet for the
present on Sundays at 12:15 p.m. I am
appointed to take charge of it; indeed I
must take the blame for the subject
having been brought up for consideration,
as I myself suggested it, having been
impressed that some theological work
should be done in the Church Univ.
from the beginning of its career of
actual work.

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Oct. 22 Sunday. I went this day to Draper, and
there officiated as a Home Missionary.
My companion in the appointment
was not there. I attended also the Sabbath
School and by request addressed the
Theological Class, and the Sabbath
School as a whole.   In the evening
according to previous appointment
I delivered a lecture on "Idolatry" before
the people of the ward, under the aus-
pices of the Improvement Associations.
Took part in adminnistering to Sister
Mary Day, a young lady who has been
suffering sorely for several weeks. While
in Draper I was warmly entertained at
the house of Sister Stewart, wife of the
late Bishop Stewart and by Bro. and Sis.
James Rawlins.    after evening meeting
Bro. Nelson drove me to Murray, a 
distance of 11 miles where I took the
late electric car for home.
"    25. Attended regular monthly meeting of the
Home Missionary quorum. One of the
most important items discussed at the
meeting was the duties of the Saints regarding
Fast Day observance; another topic which
seemed to be of interest was that of the
Theological Class about to be established
in connection with the Church University
(See Oct 20, 
)

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Oct. 26 Today, Elder Wm J. Smith, one of the
Patriarchs of the Stake, called at my
office on business, and while there told
me that he had for me a blessing. Placing
his hands upon my head he blessed
me as follows; his words being taken
in writing as he spoke, and afterward
written out:--
	Salt Lake City, Utah, October 26, 1893.
Blessing, given under the hand of
Patriarch William J. Smith, upon the
head of James Edward Talmage, son of
James J. Talmage, and Susannah Preater;
born at Hungerford, Berkshire, England,
Sept. 21" 1862.
"	Brother James Edward Talmage,
greatly beloved of the Lord: I place my hand
upon thy head, even the crown of thy
head, in the name of Jesus Christ, the
son of the Living God, to bestow upon
thee a patriarchal and a father's blessing:
as it may be given by the spirit of
truth unto me; and by virtue of the
Eternal Priesthood, I seal and confirm
upon thy head all of thy former
blessings, baptisms and confirmations,
ordinations, and every blessing that
has been bestowed upon thee by the
spirit of revelation, that all may be
" fulfilled in the due time of the Lord

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" unto thee; and not a word fail thee,
or promise that the Lord has made unto
thee.	I bless you in your high and
holy calling that the Spirit of God
may be your constant companion,
that you may be wise and skillful
in all your undertakings, and profession
that you may not be excelled by man,
because thou art taught of God; and
He will be with thee wherever thou
goest and bless all that thou putest
thy hand to do; and thy heart shall
be perfectly satisfied. Seek unto Him
for wisdom and knowledge, skill and
ability to perform thy duty, and it shall
be given thee. And the Lord shall be
with thee in dreams and visions in
different languages and the interpretation
of the same. Thou shalt have the
spirit of revelation, and prophecy and
discernment; your eye shall be like
the eye of the eagle to see near by
and afar off, with power to discern
every false spirit under the whole
heavens, that thou mayst not be
deceived thereby; that thou mayst
have power over devils and demons
and that cruel and wicked monster that
fell before the throne of God, that
" thou may'st escape his grasp. Thy

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Oct. 26: <(cont)> "tongue, shall be loosed, and thou shalt
proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ
in power to the convincing of the
honest in heart; and they shall know
that the Lord is with thee and that the
spirit of revelation is upon thee to a
great extent; and thy faith shall
be like <unto> Moses, and the brother of
Jared; and thou shalt have power to
perform any miracle that was ever
wrought by man upon the earth, for
the salvation and deliverance of
Israel. I bless you to be faithful in
all time to come, that your feet may
never stray from the path of Christ.
Thou shalt live to see Israel gathered
from the four quarters of the earth, to
assist in the redemption of Zion, and be
gathered to the centre Stake, and be a
minister in that Holy Temple or Temples
of thy Father's house, for thy ancestors
and also for the house of Israel. Thou
shalt have the ministering of angels
to stand by thee, and protect thee from
all evil; not a hair of thy head shall
fall by the hand of an enemy, and
thy joy shall be full in the Lord,
and in the power of His might. I
bless you that you may thrive and
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" people of the Lord, that thousands may
rise up and call thee blessed of the Lord.
I bless you with the blessings of Abraham,
Isaac and Jacob, with all that appertains
to the new and everlasting covenant;
that your posterity may be numerous
as Jacob's of old; and that no good
thing shall be withheld from thee
until thy heart is perfectly satisfied
Thou art of the chosen seer of Israel,
of the house of Joseph through the
lineage of Ephraim, lawful heir to
the blessings of the gospel; and the
Eternal Priesthood shall be bestowed
upon thee till there hast received a
fullness; and the blessings that were
<sealed> upon thy tribal lineage shall be
upon thee, and upon thy posterity
after thee whilst time shall last.
I seal thee up unto Eternal Life to
come forth in the morning of the
First Resurrection with all thy Father's
house with their inheritance in the
New Heavens and upon the New Earth,
when it is sanctified and made the
eternal abode of the righteous. According
to the Holy Order and sealing power
that binds on earth and looses, and binds
in heaven and looses, I seal these blessings
" upon thy head in the name of the Father,
Son and Holy Ghost, amen.

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Oct. 26.
cont. 
I know not why the Lord is so merciful 
to such an unworthy servant as I.
This blessing was given by the Patriarch
unsolicited by me. May the Lord assist
me in being worthy of its realization.
"    27. By previous appointment I delivered a
lecture this afternoon before the Normal
Society of the University of Utah; sub-
ject, "Method in Study."		At present
my time is so fully occupied that I
have very little time for extra lectures,
but I feel it my duty to do the best I 
can to accept requests for lectures. 
"  28. Monthly meeting of  High Priests quorum.
"  29. Sunday. This is the appointed <appointed> day for
the organization of the Theological Class
in connection with the Church University at
12.15 p.m. the time set the large lecture
room in the University building was
filled to overflowing; every seat being occu-
pied. Chairs were brought from the College
adjoining, and every corner taken
possession of while the aisles were
filled, and the stand crowded, many
sitting on the edge of the platform.
I had not even dreamed of such a 
class. As it was first suggested to 
my mind I saw a small body of
University and College students, with
perhaps a few outsiders; but the Presidency

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of the Church, (see Oct. 20, 
) directed
that the scope of the class be enlarged.
Had not the counsel which has made
so large a class possible originated with
the authorities of the priesthood I
should mistrust the outlook. Things
great, substantial, and lasting have
usually small beginnings. Our class
has a very large inception.] The Presidency
of the Stake, High Council etc, were
represented; prominent elders patriarchs
and others of the Stake authorities
together with Elder George Reynolds of the
Council of Seventies were present. I
thank the Lord for so encouraging
an outlook. So many applicants had
to be denied admission that it was
decided on the recommendation of
Prest. Angus M. Cannon to adjourn the
class at its close to meet next Sunday
in the stake Assembly Hall.
	The work outlined for the class is
the consideration of the "Articles of Faith."
of our church; the Presidency having directed
that I present to the class in the form
of lectures the matter which I am
preparing with a view to eventual
publication as a text book for the theolog-
ical organization of our church schools,
and such classes. May divine blessing
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October November 4. Attended regular monthly Priesthood
Meeting.
   "  5. Sunday.   Second session of the University
Theology Class held today in the Stake
Assembly Hall. Between 500 and 600
persons attended, and the interest manifested
was of the most encouraging] order. To assist
in the work of the class printed outlines of the
study are prepared: today a double sheet
was distributed, giving the lessons of last
Sabbath and today.		We appreciated the
{generosity of the Stake officers in thus
{placing the Assembly Hall at our disposal;
{though the house is hardly adapted for a
{class. [I confidently expect the numbers
{to fall off. as soon as the gloss of
{novelty has worn away: then we
{may return to our own building.]
" 6.  Today the Presidency of the Church
gave instructions that the lectures
delivered before the University Theology
Class be published in full in serial
form, and that the arrangements for
republication in book form be left for
subsequent consideration. The "Juvenile
Instructor" was selected as the organ of
publication.
"   8. Wednesday. - Spent fore part of the day
in the Temple, attending to work for
the dead. By instituting a changed

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order of classes, and taking extra classes on 
certain other days, with two lectures Wednes-
day afternoon, I am able to spend 
Wednesday forenoon in the Temple.
This privilege I greatly appreciate. 
Nov. 12. [Third session of the Theology Class. By 
statement of the custodian of the Assembly 
Hall, and one of the Presidency of the Stake, 
(Nov. 15. see below) it is believed there were not less than 900 
in attendance today.]
"   16. Inasmuch as the Theology Class lectures
are to be serially published (See Nov. 6. p 102) 
I requested of the First Presidency, the 
appointment of a Committee of Criticism, 
to whom I could refer the matter, before 
publication. I am very desirous that 
proper criticism should be made, to 
avoid serious error. The following Committee 
was appointed, in stated order:- (1) Apostle 
Francis M. Lyman (Chairman), (2) Apostle 
A. H. Cannon; (3) Pres. Geo. Reynolds; 
(4) Elder John Nicholson; (5) Dr Karl G Maeser. 
The committee (last two absent) held 
a session today in the Temple. 
Nov. 15. Wednesday. Wife and I spent this 
day in the Temple; Aunt Julia <Howe> was 
also there engaged in work for our 
family dead. 	This privilage is a great 
one. By direction of the President of the 
Temple I addressed the gathering at the 
opening services.

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Nov. 19. Sunday. Regular meetings. At the Theology
Class today there were by count nearly 1100
present, and the interest taken was very
encouraging. People of experience, even
Grandfathers, and grandmothers take prom-
inent parts in answering questions. Apostle
Heber J. Grant was present, and spoke in
commendation of the work.
"    25. Regular monthly meeting of the High Priests'
Quorum.
"    26. Sunday. No diminution in size of the Theology
Class. Pres. Geo. Q. Cannon was present today
though as he sat amongst the audience his
presence was not known to many until after
the close of the session. He expressed him-
self as very highly pleased with the class.]
The question of abandoning all review work
in the class owing to the difficulty of getting
the students to speak sufficiently loud in
so large a house has been with me a
serious one: but Pres. Cannon recommends the
continuation of the exercise, even though
there be difficulties in the way. The
President of the Stake, one of the Presiding
Bishopric, one of the First Presidents of
Seventies, two of the General Sunday
School authorities were present today.
At the afternoon prayer circle by ap-
pointment I officiated at the altar. In
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officiated as Home Missionaries in the 
Fourteenth Ward. 
Nov. 29. Wife and I went to the Temple with the 
intention of attending to ordinance 
work for the dead. Immediately after the 
opening exercises, however, I was called 
out to attend a consultation between the 
committee appointed to assist me in 
the Theological Class work, and the 
First Presidency of the Church. 
Wife carried through her part of the Temple 
labor; but my work was put off. 
The consultation referred to lasted betweeen 
two and three hours. 	There were present, 
all of the First Presidency and three 
of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. 
I brought before the Presidency, asking for 
rulings, the following subjects:--
1. The changing of Article 4 of the Articles 
of Faith from 
the old form; - [The following is a paper clipping] 
4. 	We believe that these ordinances are: First, Faith in the 
Lord Jesus Christ; second, Repentance; third, Baptism by immer-
sion for the remission of sins; fourth, Laying on of Hands for the 
Gift of the Holy Ghost. [end of clipping] 
so as to designate faith and repentance 
in some other way than as ordinances, 
which they are not. The following form
was adopted 
[clipping follows] 
	4. We believe that the first principles and ordinances of the 
Gospel are: (1) Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ; (2) Repentance; 
(3) Baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; (4) Laying 
on of Hands for the Gift of the Holy Ghost.

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Nov 29(con) 2. The proper form and ceremony of baptism
–whether in case of rebaptism, or on any
other occasion additions to the revealed
formula, such as "for the remission of
your sins" or "for the renewal of your
covenants." The decision was that
any addition to the revealed form, or any other
departure therefrom is unauthorized, and to
be deprecated. The authorized form is that
given in the Doctrine and Covenants.
3. The authority for rebaptisms:— The
authorities were unanimous in declaring
that rebaptism is not recognized as a
regularly constituted principle of the
Church; and that the current practice
of requiring rebaptism as a prerequisite
for admission to the temples Etc. is un-
authorized. Nothing should be put in
the way of anyone renewing his cov-
enants by rebaptism if he feels the
necessity of so doing; and of courses,
in cases of disfellowship, or excommunica-
tion, a repetition of the baptism is required,
but the making of rebaptism a uniform
procedure is not proper. It was declared
to be at variance with the order of
true government in the Church to
require baptism of those who come 
from foreign branches to Zion, bringing
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of full standing. Pres. Geo. Q Cannon 
expressed the opinion that the practice of 
repeating baptism arose from the example 
and teaching of Pres. Brigham Young in the 
days of first immigration to these 
parts: when the journey mean a long 
separation from organized branches and 
wards of the Church; and consequently an
interuption t <in> the observance of regular 
Church duties. The conditions are changed 
now; and the counsel given for special 
circumstances should not be made ap-
plicable to general proceedure under 
all circumstances. Danger was 
seen in the practice of repeated 
baptisms; - such may be made like
the conffessional of the Catholics a pre-
mium on sinning. 
	Several minor points were ruled upon, 
comprising - unpardonable sin; murder 
and shedding of innocent blood. 
	In the afternoon a meeting of the 
Presidency and Twelve was held at the 
Temple, at which all the points named 
above were ratified as set forth. I was 
told by one of the Apostles on our Committee 
that I was authorized to proclaim this
as doctrine in the Theological Class. 
During the early part of the afternoon, 
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Nov. 29( con.) the Presidency of the Salt Lake Temple
and a few other brethren concerning the
subject of the inefficient ventilation of
the Temple. The defect is certainly a
serious one.
Nov. 30. Thanksgiving day: - a legal holiday by
proclamation of the national and the
territorial executives. Having no
formal appointments for the lecture
room today I entered the Temple, and
carried through the work for the dead
arranged for yesterday. A number of
brethren whose regular duties debar
them from attending often were present.
Dec. 2. Regular monthly Priesthood Meeting.
Attended.
"    3. Sunday. Usual meetings. The Theol-
ogical Class was attended by about
–1100–persons.
"    4. Today Father, Mother, and Albert came
to visit us; the intention being that they
will remain here for a time, attending
to work in the Temple.
"    6. Spent forenooon in the Temple, with Father,
Mother, Albert, and May. Aunt Julia Howe
was there also, so that beside Albert's endow-
ment for himself, five of our dead were
endowed today. I feel that we have
much and great cause for rejoicing.
Albert is blessed in receiving his endowments,

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and he appreciates it, as indeed does he
appreciate every blessing that comes within
his reach. All workers with whom he
came in contact took pleasure in show-
ing him special attention. After the
endowment he was taken into Pres. Snow's
room and there administered to being
still in his robes, Pres. Snow himself being
mouth, and his counsellors, Bros. Winder
and Madsen, also Father and myself 
assisting. Albert was promised the
blessing and favor of God, according
to his faith; he was urged not to
give up, but to keep his hopes and
faith strong before the Lord. This is a
day toward which our hopes have gone
forward for many years – the day on
which Albert should enter and receive
endowments in the House of the Lord. I
know the faith of all has been increased this
day, and never was my testimony stronger
that his blessing through his blindness
will be greater than sight could ever have
brought to him.
Dec. 7 and 8. Yesterday and today Father, Mother, and
Albert officiated in the Temple; May also
yesterday, and Aunt Julia Howe both days;
so that during the present week fourteen
of our dead, and one of our living have been
endowed. May the work be accepted-

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Dec. 9. Today at my request Father accompanied
me to the surgeon's office where he was
examined to ascertain the chances of his
recovery from the effects of the truly
terrible rupture from which he has suf-
ered for 25 years. Until today I did not
know how serious the injury was. Drs. Wilcox
and Richards examined him thoroughly and
adjusted to him a number of trusses
all of which, however, proved useless. The
Doctors think an operation alone can be
looked to for relief. Father, however, does
not regard this with favor: he claims to
have suffered no pain at all while
in the Temple, and he looks toward
his work there as a means of improvement.
"    10 Sunday. Usual meetings. Very large at-
tendance at the Theological Class.
In the evening Elder John Hansen and I
officiated as Home Missionaries in the
17" Ward.
"    13. Father, Mother, Brother, Wife and self in
Temple today laboring for the dead;
Aunt Julia was also present, so that
six of our kindred were officiated for in
holy rites. Father stood the labor with
remarkably good effect.
	Today I received a very kind letter
from Prof. James Geikie of Edinburgh,
regarding a matter proposed by him

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for consideration when I had the pleasure of
meeting him, in June last (June 19, 1893 See
p.<49->50 this book). He informs me that my
name was proposed to the Council
of the Royal Society of Edinburgh, and with
every sign of successful action in my favor:
when it was found that by the Charter
of the Society none but British subjects are
eligible to election as Fellows. Prof Geikie
thinks however there is some misunderstand-
ing which will eventually pass away, and
he thinks election is still possible for
me: but I hardly feel so sanguine, and
beside, I am in no way disappointed
at this turn of affairs, I remember
with much joy my visit to Edinburgh
and the very pleasant associations I
enjoyed with Prof Geikie and others:
and I appreciate the distinguished
Professor's good wishes and endeavor to
secure me a great honor.
[The following is written sideways in left margin next to above paragraph]
See pp. 49-50:
157
160.
[The following paragraph is labeled "Dec. 17" in left margin]
Sunday. Large attendance (between a thousand
and eleven hundred students) at the Church
University Theological Class today.
In the evening, by request of the Board
of Examiners, I went to Provo to arrange
some matters with regard to examinations.
Returned to Salt Lake City same night
[The following paragraph is labeled " " 20" in left margin]
In Temple. By the Lord's blessing work was done
today for six of our dead: the same number were sealed.

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Dec. 20 By direction of the President I addressed
    (cont) the assembly for a short time at the
opening of the Temple services for the
day.
"    23. Father and Mother returned home today,
with the intention of coming back
after the holidays to resume work in
the Temple. 	Since their coming we
have been permitted of the Lord to
perform the sacred labors of His house
for about forty of our dead. Father
declares himself better than for
many years past; and his chief
regret is that he cannot continue
the work without an interruption.
Albert remains with us during our
parents' visit home.
"    24. Sunday.   Usual meetings. Large
attendance at the Church Theological
class. In the evening by appoint.
I officiated as a Home Missionary
in the Nineteenth Ward. <Companion appointed> but not present.
"    25. Christmas day. Spent quietly at
home; had a very enjoyable day in
the society of wife, children, brother,
and friends. This day wife declares to
be remarkable in my history, for I
did not leave the premises of home
the whole day except to call upon
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wife is among the choicest jewels of
man's life; and though such ought to
be prized at all times and under
all circumstances, there are conditions
that magnify her value.	During the
present tryingly stringent season, in
matters financial, many people
have been loud in proclaiming their
distress. As for ourselves, we have
endured deprivation to as great an
extent as most people are called
to do, except those who are suffering
in abject poverty; for money has
become to us almost an unknown
quantity. All that I have received
on salary account for many months
has been in Tithing Scrip; And yet,
I have no word of complaint, and
indeed little else than expressions of
thankfulness in this regard at home. Wife
has often remarked that if none suffer
more than we through hard times,
there will be nothing serious. Still she
has nobly sustained me in a position
of safety – what we cannot obtain
with the means at our disposal we
do without; and today, as indeed ever
since the payment for our little home
was completed, we are and have been
free of debt. But, by special kindness

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Dec 25 (cont) of the brethren in charge, I received
a very few dollars in cash for
the Christmas season; and today after
enjoying a sumptuous feast, wife
surprised me by saying that all had
been provided without the expenditure
of a dollar in cash. Then by closer
examination I found that the little
cash received had been used for
charitable purposes only. A wife
who can so manage and work is
a gift from God.
"    27. Regular monthly Home Missionary
Meeting.
"    30 High Priests' Quorum meeting.
"    31. Sunday.   Meetings as usual. About
1100 present at the Theology class.
In the evening by call I addressed
the saints in our own Ward meeting.
And so the year ends. It has
been a year of great things in
general and in my life particularly.
It has witnessed the dedication of
the House of the Lord, and the
accomplishment of much labor therein.
The world has boasted and rejoiced over
the great Fair; and great events have
rolled like a tide over the shores of
history. I am thankful.

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Jan. 1. A quiet holiday. Most of the day
at home.
  "  2. Lengthy meetings with the Theology
Class Committee, and the First
Presidency reading lectures already delivered
before the class. I am grateful for
the supervision thus exercised, and
the assistance so afforded.
  "  3. Work resumed in the Church University
I hope for a little more spare time
during the current term: seeing
the prospect of some assistance.
Bro. Thomas Hadley of Ogden, an
old friend and benefactor of mine,
from whom I received my earliest
lessons in Chemistry, good from whom
I have derived much of my enthusiasm
for that profound science, (See Aug.
5 – 27 1880: Vol I. pp 35-36) comes to
the University as an Assistant in
lecture work, and as laboratory demonstra-
tor. I am pleased to be with him again.
He will stay at our house until he
can make arrangements for boarding
nearer the University building.
  "  4. Lectures resumed in University of Utah.
Father and Mother have returned
hither from Provo, hoping to resume
work in Temple. Father however is very
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Jan. 5. Met with Theology Class Committee
and Presidency on lecture work. The
subject of "The Holy Ghost" formed
the topic. Pres. Cannon in commenting
on the ambiguity existing in our printed
works concerning the nature or
character of the Holy Ghost expressed
his opinion that the Holy Ghost was
in reality a person, in the image of
the other members of the Godhead, —
a man in form and figure; and that
what we often speak of as the
Holy Ghost is in reality but the
power or influence of the Spirit.
However the Presidency deemed it
wise to say as little as possible
on this as on other disputed subjects. 
"	6. Monthly Stake Priesthood Meeting. 
"	7. Sunday. Large attendance at the
Theological Class. In the evening
Elder F. M. Lyman Jr. and I officiated
as Home Missionaries in the 18" Ward. 
"	10. Father, Mother, Albert, and May resumed
Temple labors today. Through great
press of work I was prevented from
joining them, much to my regret. 
"	12 A meeting of the Theological Class com-
mittee, and the Presidency, to consider
the subject of the Sacrament. After the
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me on the duties of the priesthood in
seeing that the Sacrament is not ad-
ministered to any but Church members,
and to none who are unworthy, I asked
concerning the custom of administering
the sacrament in our Tabernacle,
where all classes assemble, where indeed
it is known that many outsiders par-
take and others show by strong demon-
strations their scorn for the ordiannce,
where in short no supervision that is
effective can be exercised. In answer
I found that the First Presidency and
the Twelve were united in desiring the
administration of the sacrament removed
from the Tabernacle to the Ward houses,
where the local authorities could properly
guard the sacredness of the ordinance.
I understand instructions to this effect
will soon be issued.
Jan. 14. Sunday. Nearly 1100 at the Theology Class.
To my pleasure Father, Mother, and
Albert attended. In the evening I delivered
a lecture in the 22" Ward, subject – "The
Name we bear;" under the auspices of the
Mutual Improvement Associations.
Jan. 15 This evening the proposed change in the
holding of University classes went into effect.
Instead of delivering the experimental
lectures in Chemistry and Natural Philosophy

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Jan. 15 (cont.) during the day time, when none but
the few students formally admitted
to the institution can attend, it has been
thought best to put such sessions at
night admitting thereto the public
under proper restrictions. The day work
will continue as usual in dull and
more technical work. This evening the
first lecture in Chemistry was given.
Jan. 17. Evening lecture in Natural Philosophy.
It has been thought best to limit
the attendance at these classes to the
capacity of our small lecture room: but
tonight as in Monday night the room
was overcrowded; it was therefore announced
that hereafter the sessions will be held
in the large lecture room.
Jan 19. First of the evening course of lectures in
"Light Science"; this evening's lecture
was upon "The Sun Moon and Stars."
illustrated by the aid of our new stereophere.
"    21 Sunday. Usual meetings: large attendance
at the Theological Class. In the evening
I spoke in the capacity of a Home
Missionary at the Twentieth Ward.
My appointed companion, Bro. Woodbury
was not present.
"    22. Second evening lecture on Chemistry.
in the large lecture room. About
200 present.

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Jan. 23. Of late I have heard several rumors
to the effect that my name was
being mentioned in connection with
the Presidency of the University of
Utah; and several enquiries have been
made of me by unofficial parties, who
came they have stated from officials
as to whether I would accept the
position were it offered me. I have
put aside all such quereies with
the statement that I am engaged
in other work: but yesterday one of the
Professors of the University asked me
the same question saying that he
had been requested so to do by the
Chancellor of the University. I
deemed it my duty to ask the
counsel of the First Presidency,
and for this purpose had an inter-
view with the brethren today: they
called a council of the Apostles
within reach; and after consultation
stated to me that they did not
desire to release me from my
present position. This suits me
well, for I have no personal desire
to cease my labors in the Church
service. True, the position of
President of the State University
is an exalted one; financially and from

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Jan.23(con) the stand point of reputation
and professional advancement the
change appears desirable: yet it
would mean much loss to me; – the
loss of freedom of speech of liberty
of action in teaching. I fear that
my tongue would be bound, my energies
crippled. I have therefore sincere
pleasure in the decisions of the
authorities
Jan. 24. Night lecture - Natural Philosophy
About 250 – the seating capacity
of the house.
Jan. 25. By request of President Woodruff
I was present today at a consulta-
tion between the Presidency and
Professors Kingsbury and Stewart
of the University of Utah. These
professors asked the Presidency to
use the Church influence in behalf
of the State University; giving up
the present idea of advancing
the Church University. The chief
reasons assigned were:—
1. Self evident value of concentration
of effort.
2. Too few pupils in Utah and sur-
rounding states and territories to
supply two first class institutions.
3. Rivalry tends to weaken both

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	4. With myself at the head, influence
	would favor the Mormon people.
	5. Means thus provided for the employ-
	ment of more Mormon professors;
	6. Subsidiary organizations for theolog-
	ical study could be effected.
	The brethren took this proposition
	under advisement referring it to a
	Council Meeting of the Presidency
	and Twelve held this afternoon in the
	Temple.    Later in the day I was
	called to the President's office and
	there informed that no decision had
	yet been reached; that a telegram
	would be sent at once to Prest. Geo.
	Q. Cannon now in New York, and
	his opinion would be learned within
	a few days. In the mean time we
	can only wait. This is an unlooked
	for, though a very important question.
Jan 27. By invitation and request I attended
	tonight a session of the University
	Club.
Jan. 28. Sunday. Today the fourteenth session
	of the Church University Theology
	Class was; and the attendance was
	the largest yet seen; – between 1100
	and 1200. To my surprise I was
	called upon in the afternoon to
	address the Tabernacle congregation.

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Jan. 29. Today Pres. Woodruff gave his decision
in the matter of the proposed change
in University affairs; it is to the
effect that under existing circum-
stances it will be best to suspend
the Church University, and give our
influence and aid to the State Univer-
sity. This will enable the Church to
devote more energy to the support
of the Stake Academies which are
in the nature of High Schools, practically
unparalleled by any grade of schools
in the Public school system. After
giving his decision in an interview with
myself, the President directed that
Professors Kingsbury and Stewart (See p. 120,
January 25) be sent for; and to them
he gave a formal reply. It is expressly
understood that the proposition to
give up the Church University is
based on the presumption that
the State University will remain
in Salt Lake City.
	This evening I delivered the regular
weekly evening lecture in Chemistry,
subject – Sulphur. About 200 present
Jan. 31. Evening lecture in Natural Philosophy.
subject:– Frictional Electricity.
About 225 students attended.   These
evening classes are marked by increasing
membership.

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Feb. 1. By appointment of the General
Board of Education today had been
set as the time for conferring
degrees on certain candidates for
the academic diploma in the
Church School Service; the ceremony
to take place at Provo, where the can-
didates reside. Prest. Lorenzo Snow and
Brothers James Sharp and Willard
Young, members of the General Board,
Elder George Reynolds Sec'y of the
General Board, and myself represent-
ing the Board of Examiners, had been
appointed to visit Provo on the occasion.
All went except Bro. Young: he un-
fortunately missed the train.
Bro. James Sharp courteously conveyed
the party in his private Director's 
car. In Provo the forenoon was spent
in viewing the exercises of the
Brigham Young Academy; in
the afternoon a large meeting was
held. The exercises consisted of
music, addresses by visiting
members of the Board, and the bestowal
of the degrees by myself. The degree
of Bachelor of Didactics was bestowed on
Milton H. Hardy, (Medical Service): Joseph 
B. Keeler (Pedagogy) and George H.
Brimhall (Pedagogy). Party returned to
Salt Lake City same evening.

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Feb. 3. Tonight I attended a meeting (as on
	several other occasions during the
	past week) of the committee of the Legisla-
	ture, in Education: to consider the
	question of location of the University.
	A strong effort is being made to have
	the institution removed to Logan.
Feb. 4. Sunday, By special appointment
	I attended today a meeting of a Committee
	appointed by the Presidency of the
	Church to listen to and report on the
	matter of a pamphlet now in course
	of preparation by Elder B. H. Roberts,
	subject:– "Succession in the Presidency
	of the Church". We have held many
	meetings on this matter during the
	past week; today we heard the last of the
	reading before the work goes to press.
	It is an excellent preparation, and
	will doubtless do much good. Its chief
	purpose is to settle certain false
	claims of the "Josephite" Church to
	the succession of the priesthood.
	At the meeting of the Theology
	Class today, the attendance was
	very large, – nearly or quite 1200 present.
	Prest. Joseph F. Smith honored us
	with a visit, and spoke a short
	time.     At the Tabernacle services
	Pres. Smith again spoke referring

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in very complimentary terms to the class.
Prest. Woodruff spoke a short time at
the afternoon services.
Feb. 5. Weekly lecture on Chemistry: large audience
  "  7. Lecture on Natural Philosophy.
  "  11 Sunday. Usual meetings. In the morning
I attended the Sabbath School for the
Deaf and Dumb.	Very large attendance at
the Church University Theology Class.
Today witnessed a slight change in the
matter of conducting the class. It being
deemed wise by the Presidency of the
Church that I should hasten through
with the lectures lest anything of
the contemplated change in University
matters should occur, and thereby
change the Theology Class, it has been
decided to drop the review part of the
work devoting manly all of the time
of the class to lectures.
"    12 Weekly evening lecture on Chemistry.
"    14 Ditto on Natural Philosophy.
"    16 Evening lecture on "The Sun Moon
and Stars" with lantern illustrations.
"    18 Theological Class and Usual 7 meetings.
Sunday At Prayer Circle, by appointment I
officiated in the dedicatory prayer.
" 19 and 21.	Evening lectures, Chemistry and
Natural Philosophy. These classes
now number 240-250 members each.

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February 23. Long interview with the First Presidency,
	in which work of the Theological
	Class and prospects of the University
	were discussed.
"25. Sunday. Over 1200 were present at
	the theological class session
	today. At the Prayer Circle I officiated
	at the altar by appointment.
"26. I was honored with an invitation
	to attend this day a gathering
	in the Temple to celebrate the
	87" birthday of Prest. Wilford Woodruff
	and the 56" of his wife, Sister Emma
	Woodruff. The actual Anniversary
	is March 1; but as the Temple will
	be occupied for ordinance work on
	that day, and today (Monday) the
	building being unoccupied, the
	exercises were held today. The occasion
	was a most enjoyable one: much of
	the spirit of God was manifested
	among the people assembled. Prest.
	George Q. Cannon testified to the
	divine manifestation of healing in
	Prest. Woodruff's late recovery from
	an illness which to all human appear-
	ances was soon to terminate fatally.
	Prest. Woodruff appeared in the best
	of health and spirits; and it seemed
	almost impossible to conceive of his

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	advanced age in watching him and
	listening to his words. Many addresses
	were made by brethren in authority;
	specially composed poems were read,
	and appropriate music was rendered.
	It is a day to be long remembered;
	and it marks the offering of hundreds
	of fervent prayers for the continued
	preservation of our honored President,
	and his worthy wife.
March 2. Today, as on almost every day
	this week, I have met with the
	First Presidency in consultation over
	University affairs. The Legislatures
	now is session, declares itself unable
	to appropriate sufficient means to
	sustain the University of Utah
	during the ensuing biennial
	period; indeed the appropriation
	promised is only half what was
	given at the last session. This of
	course means suspension of the
	institution; and under such circum-
	stances I do not desire to assume
	any position of importance in con-
	nection therewith; at least until mat-
	ters are clearer to the eye than at
	present. Letters have passed between
	the First Presidency of the Church,
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Mch. 2.(cont) proposing, and the former agreeing,
that in the event of my being
made President of the State University,
the Church University should be
suspended indefinitely. I have requested
however, that such negotiations cease
for the present, until some assurance
can be obtained that the University
of Utah will not <be> left to die as soon
as we take hold of it. In frequent
interviews which I have had lately with
committees and individual members
of the Legislature, it has appeared
that the desire to aid the University
is sufficiently strong, but the ability
of the Assembly is governed by the
condition of the finances, which
in the present of stringency is
deplorable. Much agitation has been
stirred up over the proposition to
consolidate the University of Utah
and the Agricultural College, the latter
being now situated in Logan and
the former in this city. The question
of the location of the consolidated
institution seems to be a obstacle.
I am in favor of Salt Lake City as the
site of the State University: but
rather than see the institution
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its reestablishment at Logan.
March 3. (Saturday) spent great part of the day
at the Germania Lead Smelters, in
study.
"  4 Sunday. Attended meetings of the Stake
Conference; this is the third day
of the session. The Theological 
class was omitted today in consequence.
	During the last week I have
delivered the usual evening lectures
in Chemistry and Natural Philosophy.
"  5. Evening lecture in Chemistry.
"  7. Evening lecture in Natural Philosophy.
"  10 Spent great part of the day visiting
the Smelting establishments in company
with the Metallurgy class of the University
of Utah, and the Chemistry Class of 
the Church University.
	I was present at the Legislative 
Council this evening when the final
vote was cast relative to the proposed
consolidation of the University of Utah
and the Agricultural College of Utah; the 
proposition was lost by a tie vote, -
6 for and 6 against the measure. 'All
parties in this matter seem to have
been agreed that union was the only
means of relief from financial and
other distress: now, the prospects are
that the University will close, or at the best,
greatly curtail to courses.

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March 11. Sunday. Usual meetings except the
afternoon prayer circle: that organiza–
tion being now appointed to meet in
weekly session at the Temple: and for
the present the time is set – Saturday
5 p.m.     At the Theological Class
today a very large congregation was
present. In the evening, by previous
appointment I delivered a lecture in
Sugar House Ward under the auspices
of the Combined Improvement Associa-
tions of that ward: Subject – "Blasphemy."
March 12. Night lecture in Chemistry. I am
agreeably surprised at the continued
large attendance at these science
classes. I hopefully pray that some little
good is being accomplished.
"    14 Night lecture in Natural Philosophy.
"    16. Interview with the First Presidency
regarding University affairs. The Legis-
lature having adjourned without
making adequate appropriations for
the support of the University of
Utah, to all appearances, that insti-
tution of learning will be very
seriously crippled for want of
funds. The question presents itself
— under these conditions is it wise
to consummate the proposed union
of the Church University with the

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University of the State? If the latter
establishment is doomed to a slow
death, – and such seemed to be the
win of the ruling party in the
Legislation just adjourned, – it would
seem impolitic for the church
authorities to lend their name and
influence to a failing institution.
Personally I have never had a desire
for the Presidency of the institution;
and I am loath to step on deck
just in time to marshall all hands
as the vessel goes down; still I
have fullest confidence in the opinion
and wishes of the authorities of the
Church, and, though their final decision
has not been given, they seem inclined
to take hold, and if possible save
the State University from utter ruin.]
Did I think that the action of the last
legislature represented the voice and
wishes of the people I should despair
of the University's life: but I am
convinced that the people have its
interests at heart. The University of Utah
under the name of the University of Deseret
was founded by the Latter day Saints in
the earliest days of the settlement of Utah,
—in the days of the people's direst
poverty. I have faith that it will live

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March 17. Saturday evening Prayer Circle in the
Temple. We are grateful for the privilege
of meeting in such a place. Much
of the spirit of peace was enjoyed tonight
at the meeting.
"    18. Sunday. Twentieth session of the
Theology Class today; and the
attendance was the largest yet
witnessed.	In the evening Elder
George Blair and I officiated as
Home Missionaries in the Seventh
Ward. An excellent influence prevailed
during the meeting.
"  19. Wife and sons returned home after
a week's visit to friends in Provo.
During their absence I have
had a revival of old experiences
in living at restaurants. Usual
" 20 evening lecture in Chemistry tonight.
"   20. Attended a specially called meeting
of the Faculty and other employes
of the University of Utah; to consider
the present state of financial
depression, as far as it affects
that institution. It was agreed by a
majority of those present to suggest a
reduction of salary to the extent of
15%. Two of the professors stoutly
opposed the reduction; not I think
to their own credit.

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March 21. Evening lectures in Natural Philosophy.
" 22. Having occasion to call at the
Temple this morning I was pleased
to attend the opening exercises: By
request of Pres. Snow I addressed the 
assembly for a short time. 
" 24. Saturday evening Prayer Circle at the
Temple. 
" 25. Sunday. Usually large attendance at
the Theology class.
"26&28. Evening lectures as usual. 
"30. The way in which University
x affairs appear to be shaping
themselves of late causes me
much personal uneasiness. The
Chancellor and Regents of the University
of Utah appear anxious to hold
to their offer of electing me
President of that institution:
and such a position will rob me
of all opportunity to pursue
me specialty - Chemistry. Indeed
it is asked by both the Church
authorities and the University officials
that I take up a new branch - 
geology; in other words, I am 
asked to divorce the scientific
mate with whom I have loved
so happily for a number of 
years, and proceed at once to

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Mar. 30. court another damsel: of whom
   (cont) I know little beyond the fact
that she is comely and enjoyable.]
The Presidency of the Church
regard the Chair of Geology as
a very desirable one to capture
and it is proposed to permanently
endow that chair under the
provisions of a law recently
enacted. The assurance that I
have the sanction of those whose
advice I most appreciate is the
only bright spot in my otherwise
dreary prospect.
"    31 Monthly High Priest's meeting.
Attended.
April 1. Sunday. At this the twenty second
session of the Theology Class
the attendance was as large as
if not indeed larger than that
of any previous session. Today
marked the last meeting of the
class, its discontinuance having
been determined upon yesterday
or the day before by the First
Presidency. The reasons for this
action are briefly these:-(1) It
is plain that in the event
of my accepting any prominent
position in the State University,

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it would be manifestly inconsistent
for me to occupy so distinguished
a place among the Theology 
teachers of our people, the Univ-
ersity being a strictly non-
sectarian institution. There will be
I think opposition enough to the
change in University administra-
tion without complicating matters by
offering other excuses for attack! 
(2) The Presidency are loath to
appoint a successor in the
instructorship of the Theology
Class, as the projected work is still
unfinished; and if such an ap-
pointment were made the work
would have to be carried in one of
two ways, - as the independent 
treatment of the subject by the
new instructor; - and this course they
deem objectionable, as it is the design
to publish the lectures in book form,
and the volume would then be the 
joint work of two; or the lectures would
have to be presented as mine being
simply delivered by another; this 
latter course would remove little if
any of the objection now offered
to my continuing with the work
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April 1 have warned me repeatedly of
(continued) my having too much work in
my hands; and they seem de-
termined to relieve me of some.
   At the session today, I disposed
of as many of the incidental
questions as possible, then fin-
ished the lecture in the Gathering,
as per leaflet No 17: then an-
nounced the discontinuance
of the class. This announcement
caused considerable consternation:
and I feel that there has been a
true appreciation of the work of
the class. A letter from the
First Presidency, addressed to
myself, advising the discontinuance
and citing the reasons therefor, was
read by Apostle Abraham H. Cannon
one of the Committee on Theology
Class appointed by the First
Presidency. He, and Elder George
Reynolds, another of the Com-
mittee made remarks eulogising
the labors of the class: A vote of
thanks was heartily rendered the
instructor.		I feel much
regret in seeing the class come
to a close, — regret that cir-
cumstances render such a

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course advisable, for I believe the
class has taken a hold on the
minds of the members. I would at
least have wished to see the com-
pletion of the lectures on the
Articles of Faith; but the lectures
not yet delivered will be published
with those already given. For the
<degree> meed of success that has come
to the class I reverentially acknow-
ledge the Hand of God. May the
seed so planted, yet produce a 
healthful growth and pleasing
fruit.]
	In the evening, Elder Parry
and I officiated as Home Mission-
aries in the 10" Ward.
2 and 4  Evening lectures as usual.
5. Attended a lecture in the Theatre
by Rev. B. Nagarkav, a Hindoo
Priest, who has come to Salt Lake
City for the professed purpose of 
studying Mormon customs.
April 6. Today the Sixty-fourth annual
conference of the Church con-
vened. The attendance is large, and
an excellent season is anticipated.
All the First Presidency and ten
of the Quorum of the Apostles are
present.

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April 8. Sunday. Third and last day
of the present conference. Most
of the time was occupied by
the First Presidency. At the morn-
ing session Pres. Woodruff dwelt
upon the question of temple work,
particularly the sealing of children
to parents, and adoption: pointing
out that much error had been com-
mitted in the Church by perform-
ing the ordinance of adoption
indiscriminately: - many men
have striven to have others adop-
ted to them. The President's instruc-
tions were that people should be
sealed to their parents only, tracing
the lineage as far back as
possible, and adopting the
last representative whom we
can identify to the Prophet
Joseph, he holding the Keys
of the present dispensation.
April 10. Yesterday the regular meeting of
the Board of Regents of the Univer-
sity of Utah was held; today I received
official information concerning
the result. The resignations of
three Professors, and one instructor
were accepted, and the Faculty
arranged for the coming year.

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I was elected President of the 
University by unanimous vote,
beside being confirmed as the
nominee of the Salt Lake Literary
and Scientific Association for the 
newly endowed Professorship in
Geology and Mineralogy. The proffer
of the Association named- to endow
the chair in Geology and Mineralogy
was accepted. The endowment
thus made is in the sum of
Sixty thousand dollars ($60,000); one
fourth of which is now <to be> paid by the
turning over of the apparatus
and material at present in the
possession of the Church University
the remaining three fourths to be paid
in cash within a specified time. and
until such endowment is completed,
the Association shall pay the pro
rata portion of the Professor's salary;
but when such endowment is com-
pleted the University shall pay the
full salary. The right to nominate
the incumbent of the chair is
given perpetually to the Literary
and Scientific Association. For the
years 1894--95 the salary for this
Professorship is established at
2 $2400; of which the University

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April 10(con). pays one fourth in consideration of
the quarter endowment to be
immediately paid the Literary and
Scientific Association paying the
balance. The University agrees
to add thereto an additional $600–
per year in consideration of my
accepting the Presidency making
my salary $3000 per year. The Presi-
dency of the Deseret Museum still
remains in my hands, and for this
another $600 per year has of late years
been paid. Pres. Geo. Q Cannon tells
me that this will continue. Personally
therefore I find some financial
advantage in the change, though
I had not looked for such. But
this figures slightly only; I fear and
tremble as I think of the position
into which I step; and had I not
the sure knowledge that I am
where the servants of the Lord would
have me I should despair. I doubt
not that with divine assistance I
may accomplish something in
the accomplishment of God's pur-
poses; without that assistance
failure awaits me. Such aid
therefore it is my chief aim to
secure.

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April 11. Evening lectures last Monday and
today (Wednesday) as usual. The
National Philosophy course of evening
lectures closed tonight.
Numerous congratulations come to me
from friends; and the papers express
great satisfaction with my election.
I have asked my friends to withhold
their congratulations till something has
been accomplished by the new President.
I had expected much criticism and
opposition when the result of the 
election for President was made
known; but no evidence of such 
has appeared as yet in the press.
"  16. Delivered a lecture this evening
before the Δφ Society of the University
of Utah: subject -- Benjamin Franklin
"  21. Acting with the consent of the State
Authorities I this day tendered my
resignation as a Home Missionary. This
giving up of my church labors is to me
a sorrowful thing; but, the brethren
are united in the opinion that my 
new position would make it inconsistent
for me to take any permnent part as a 
minister in the church.
	I have made serious complaint of
late regarding the wretched neglect in
the matter of ventilating the large

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Ap. 21.(cont). Tabernacle in this city; and, now
by the request of the First Pres-
idency I take charge of the ventilating
and heating of that building. I attend
only to the directing of the work.
	In the evening attended as
usual the Saturday evening
Prayer Circle in the Temple.
"  22. Sunday. Attended the usual
meetings. At the evening ward
Sacrament Meeting, by request
of the Bishop I addressed the con-
gregation on the subject of the
sacrament, giving reasons for the
change from the Tabernacle meeting
to the ward gatherings.
"    23. Delivered the last of the evening
lectures on Chemistry, subject: —
"Ventilation."
"    26. According to previous appointment,
I went this evening to Provo, and
delivered a lecture before the Peda-
gogium, - the Normal Society of
the Brigham Young Academy.
A large and an appreciative audience
greeted me.	Staid at night at
the residence of Bro. Benj. Cluff Jr.
"  27. Returned to Salt Lake City by morning
train.
"  28. Saturday evening Prayer Circle: By

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appointment I officiated in the opening
prayer.
April 29. Sunday. Usual meetings During the
Tabernacle services in the afternoon
I made a number of tests with the
Wolpert's Air Tester to determine the
degree of impurity of the atmosphere.
In the evening I officiated by call
in administering the sacrament in
the second Ward.
May 6 Sunday. Usual meetings. In the evening
according to previous appointment I
delivered a lecture, subject- "Pompeii, a 
city of the past" illustrated by numerous
lantern views. There were a number of
excellent musical exercises, including
an anthem by the Tabernacle Choir, and
vocal and instrumental solos by Utah's special
musicians. The entertainment was given
in the Salt Lake Theatre, under the
auspices of a distinguished ladies'
club, – the Cleofan; the proceeds to
be used in support of the Pioneer
Library. – a worthy institution of this
city.
"   11. Late night meetings nearly every day
this week, arranging University cat-
alogue for the coming year. Today
attended a joint meeting of the First
Presidency of Church with the

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May. 11 (cont.) Directors of the Salt Lake Literary and
Scientific Association, and the Latter 
Day Saint's College Board. The College
authorities executed a lease con-
veying to the Assn. named the right
to the land upon which the Museum
building stands; this possession
to last 20 years from this date unless
previously terminated by voluntary 
act of the Literary Society Association.
Brother F.S. Richards, Le Grande Young
and myself waited in the Chancellor 
of the University of Utah, to arrange
for the ratification of the contract.
In the afternoon, attended a lecture 
by Dr. Rice: subject "Scientific Teaching,"
and in the evening, wife and I
attended Col. Watterson's lecture on
"Money and Morals."
"12. Part of the day at the Great Salt
Lake collecting specimens.
"17. Father, Mother, and Albert came up
from Provo this evening to prosecute
work in the Temple. All well.
"19. Busy in preparations for departure
once again from home. According to
the opinion of the President of the 
Literary and Scientific Association, and
of the First Presidency of the Church,
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attend the meeting of the Royal Micro
scopical Society in London, and the 
Museum's Association in Dublin. If 
possible I am also to visit Berlin.
Today the First Presidency gave 
me a special blessing, setting me 
apart for my new labors, and par-
ticularly for my journey. In the course 
of this blessing, I was assured of 
the divine favor and assistance 
in proportion to my sincerity and 
faithfulness. The gift of influence 
over others was invoked for me as 
long as I seek not personal honors 
and aggrandizement as a prime
object, and make the cause of God 
a chief aim.	This evening I 
attended the weekly Prayer Circle 
in the Temple and my brethren 
there petitioned the Father for His 
protection and peace to accompany 
me on my journey.
May 20 Sunday. Started eastward by the 
Union Pacific trains, leaving Salt 
Lake City at 7 a.m. I regret having 
to begin my journey on the Sabbath 
but with the business before me, 
I will have barely time to reach 
New York in season to catch the 
vessel on which my passage has

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May 20 been engaged. Today's ride proved
(con.) interesting, though comparatively
uneventful. At Green River and
Rock Springs stations camps of
soldiers were observed, and at
several other points also military
guards were on duty. These precau-
tionary measures have been ren-
dered necessary by the recent
troubles wrought by the so called
"Industrial Army," in their efforts to
reach Washington. This craze has
become general throughout the
country, and scarcely a day passes
without some determined effort on
the part of some division of the
"army." to seize trains, and thus
compel the Railway companies to
transport them -        The adjective
"industrial" is wrongly used when
applied to them; for, although there
are doubtless many honest work-
ingmen amongst the "army" the 
organization as a whole is not
in search of honest labor; for when
arrangements were in progress to
furnish the Utah contingent good
employment, the men refused to
accept raising the cry that to
do otherwise would be to break

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up the "army." They levy such 
heavy taxes upon the people through 
whose domain they pass, that the 
patience of the community becomes 
exhausted and the residents are 
willing to do anything within 
their power to secure transportation
for the "army." The leader, or rather, 
prime instigator of this wild scheme 
is one Corey," he is professedly seek-
ing to arouse the masses to demand 
the issuance of a fabulous amount 
of paper money, with which he 
hopes to relieve the present financial 
distress- Another of his projects is 
to compel the government to construct 
and maintain a multitude of public
high-ways in order, he says, to af-
ford employment to laborers. A 
few hundreds of these "soldiers of 
the commonweal" or "commonwealers"
as they are styled, have already 
reached Washington and have there 
met with little but discouragement 
for their schemes. Their leaders have 
been imprisoned and fined for unlawful 
acts at the nation's capital; still 
the rest are pressing on. The 
movement is a significant one: a
veritable sign of the times.

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May 21. Continued eastward journey. Reached
Council Bluffs in early evening;
and continued with but a brief stop,
by the Chicago and North Western
Ry.		This day is our Sterling's 
birthday: - 5 years old. May the
Lord's hand be over him and all
others of our household for good.
"    22. Arrived at Chicago, 9.30 a m.
Took room at the Palmer House.
Had some little business claiming
attention: arranged for transfer
of baggage, and for tickets. The
weather here is very cold, wet
and cheerless, a strong contrast to
the delightful season at home when
I left. During the past week, this
"   city and vicinity has been visited
by very severe storms, particularly
destructive to lake crafts.
"  23. Left Chicago by Pennsylvania
road, Pan-handle route, starting
at 11 a. m. We were delayed during
the night at Columbus Ohio, through
a hindrance to another train
with which we had to connect,
caused by a body of strikers.
"    24. In the early morning we reached
Johnstown Pa., — the scene of the
terrible destruction of life and

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	property through floods but a few
	years ago. Evidences of the waters'
	rage on that occasion are still
	abundant; as are also proofs
	of very recent disasters of the
	same kind. Some of the railway
	tracks are under water for several
	hundreds of yards at a stretch;
	and in other places mud and stones
	cover the side tracks to a depth
	of several feet. Most of the main
	lines have been cleared; and hundreds
	of men are still at work clearing
	the road. Our train passed on
	an improvised tresle work, which
	trembled and creaked with a sound
	sufficiently ominous to frighten a
	number of our passengers. Near the
	middle of the stream railway wires
	were seen projecting above the waters.
	Telegraph wires are seen at intervals
	rising from the water where the
	poles to which they remain attached
	project. I learned that yesterday's
	trains were unable to pass and
	passengers were transferred to other
	roads. All along the valley are
	evidences of very heavy floods. Much
	of the low land is still under water.
	The river is still roaming far

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May 24(cont) beyond its bounds. Near Harrisburg
boats were being rowed over fields
of grain, and boys were fishing
from upper windows of houses
dropping their nets and lines into
orchards and gardens. As the track
ascends we found ourselves looking
down on a sea of mists.
	In the evening we reached
New York. Took room at the St.
Denis Hotel, Broadway.
" 25. Engaged in a few matters of business.
Arranged for transfer of baggage. —
of which I have about 530 pounds,
mostly mineral specimens. Spent
some time in the office of the
Standard Dictionary, and presented
the matter for the biographical part
as concerning our church. Attended
theatre in the evening.
"    26. By eight oclock this morning
I was aboard the Guion steamer
Arizona: at 9.30 we sailed - I
find myself very pleasantly located.
Our agents in Salt Lake City wrote
to the New York shippers concerning
my passage, and I am favored with
a particularly low rate, and specially
fine quarters. The steamer is not
crowded. I have berth 114 – just

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forward of the saloon; and the entire 
state room, in which this berth is
located is placed at my disposal. 
Three elders - Bro. Tuckett of Salt Lake 
City, Bro. Saville of Mill Creek - one of 
my students, and Bro. Tuttle of Idaho 
are aboard; they are travelling as 
intermediate passengers. This first 
day, passed very pleasantly
May 27. Sunday Charming weather. Divine 
service after Church of England form 
was held this morning. A number 
are sick, but thus far I have es-
caped every symptom. I am medicating 
myself to the extent of indulging in
gentle purgative, and the Brown seltzer
in which I have some confidence 
from last years voyage (See p. 39, 
59, 64, 71. this book. Bro. Saville, one 
of our elders is very sick.
"   29- Yesterday and today fair weather 
has continued. Tonight a lecture 
was delivered in the Saloon by Mr 
W. H. Sheppard and F. R. G. S., subject "Cen-
tral Africa; By request of the
Penser I acted as Chairman of 
the meeting. The lecturer is a Pres-
byterian Minister (colored) who has 
spent several years in the interior 
of Africa laboring among the tribes

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May 29. to whom the sound of Christian
(cont.)  doctrine is still unknown. He is
now on his way back to Africa,
accompanied by several of his
own race there to continue the
good work. The lecture was very
interesting
1. Since yesterday afternoon a storm
has been brewing: today it reached
a climax of fury. The scene was
magnificent - awful. The Arizona
with her thousands of tons burden, 
was tossed like a toy boat upon
the waves. She seemed at times 
to leap from the water; stern and
stern alternately in the air
at intervals of but a few seconds.
It seemed that for long periods the
screw was constantly out of water.
Tons of water were shipped at a 
single dip; and at times the
desks were covered to a depth
of from 12-20 inches. The jib sail
was burst with a report like
that of a cannon: and in a 
very few minutes the remnant
hung in ribbons. One port hole
was burst open with a deafening
crash: and the water found ready
access to the state room. The

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[A map of the GUION LINE U.S. MAIL PASSENGERS' TRACK CHART. with the following notes]
308. 27 312. 28 332. 29 353. 30 360 31 288. June 1 332. 2 338. 3 285 to Queenstown.

		Lat. N.	Long. W.
May 27	40 31	67 13
28		40 43	60 22
29		41 09	53 02
30		42 35	45 24
31		45 58	38 28
June 1	47 53	32 02
2		49 14	23 57
3		50 45	15 34

S.S. Arizona, Samuel Brooks Commander.
138", Voyage.
Left New York 10 a.m. May 26, 1894.

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storm lasted several hours; toward
night it began to subside.
June 3 Sunday. Divine service as usual
– Church of England form; no sermon:
simply the reading of morning
prayers and the collection. Since
last entry- four days ago. I have
been in the agonies of sea sickness
in its worst form. I believe I have
suffered as much as in any
attack before. I had ceased taking
the bromo medicine (see May 27, p. 151)
for two days, and came down very
suddenly. There were few indeed
among the passengers who wholly
escaped; For 60 hours I was unable
to retain even water upon the
stomach. Tonight however I feel
somewhat relieved.
	Because of the prevalent sickness,
the customary concert at sea, in
aid of the Seaman's home has been
omitted.
June 4 Touched at Queenstown, 8.30 a. m.
Continued toward Liverpool. The
passage through the Irish Channel
proved to be a choppy one. Very
cold, and foggy.
"    5. Came to anchor in the Mersey
about 2 a.m. At 9 were ashore.

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June 5  Pres. Lund and Bro. Bluth came
(cont.) out on the tender to meet the vessel.
Passed Custom House scrutiny without
much delay and by 10:30 a.m. I found
myself at the office - 42 Islington. 
Took room at the Stewart Hotel,
next door to the Church office.
Arranged plan of travel after consulta-
tion with Pres. Lund. The brethren in 
whose company I travelled across
the ocean were assigned to then
fields of labor today. Bro Tuckett
goes to the London conference: Bro.
Tuttle to Norwich, and Br. Sarille
is to labor in the Liverpool conference. 
At the office I had the pleasure
of meeting Bro. Thos. Taylor of Salt
Lake City, Bro Ira Bennion of Tay-
lorsville, and some of the local saints
"    6. Having arranged a proposed
course of travel, after consultation
with Pres. Lund, I left by the one
o'clock train today for Scotland.
Arrived at Dundee at 9 p.m. still
broad daylight: it was still day-
light indeed two hours later.
Took room at the Mather's
Temperance Hotel, Whitehall St.
Took an evening walk through
the town.

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June 7. Dundee is a pretty place, built on
	hills. Its name I learn indicates
	its elevated position – Dun Tay –
	Hill of Tay. Its numerous chim-
	neys indicate a busy population;
	yet its chief industries are connected
	with the jute manufacture alone.
	Secondary pursuits are incidental
	to whale fishing, and marmalade
	manufacture, – all accidental
	industries it would seem;
	for the jute material is not raised
	here; whales are not found
	in the neighborhood, and oranges
	do not grow in Scotland. I observed
	three tall obelisks in one part of
	the city; these I thought surely
	indicate some Egyptian fancy
	or fact; but I was surprised to
	learn they were only chimneys.
	During the morning I visited University
	College, which I find is a comparitively
	new institution, but now affiliated as a
	factor of the historic University of
	St. Andrews. At the College I met
	Prof. D'Arcy W. Thompson, Professor of
	Zoology, with whom I have had some
	correspondence during the last year
	on subjects connected with the Nat.
	History of Utah. He appeared

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June 7	unfeignedly glad to meet me: and of
con   course my advent was a genuine
surprise to him, as he had not
learned of my leaving home. After
his lecture hour, he devoted the rest
of the day to me, much to my sur-
prise, gratification, and advantage:
He showed me through all the principal
rooms of the college; and I had quite
intimate and prolonged visits with
Prof. Geddes (Botany), and Prof. F.
Waymouth Reid (Physiology). (See note
book, this date.) At Prof. Thompson's
invitation, I lunched with him at
the Queen's Hotel; and in the
evening dined with Prof. Geddes and
Prof Thompson at the residence of the
former latter. To me, the evening was a
peculiarly pleasant one, and both
the gentlemen <named> seemed likewise pleased.
My declining to smoke and drink
(claret and Scotch whiskey were plentifully
served) gave rise to a great deal of
good natured joking. I was put through
a very thorough examination on the
Natural History of Utah; and all the
questions sprang from an earnest
desire for information; indeed I could
almost think I was under test as a
candidate for some academic honor.

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Then the social status of Utah came up
for conversation; and the Mormon question
held our attention for hours. May the
Lord grant that the declarations re-
peatedly made by these Professors, to
the effect that they had been en-
lightened on a subject concerning which
they had harbored very erroneous views
may result is their more thorough investi-
gation of the Gospel. 	It was nearly
midnight before I was released to return
to my lodgings: and when I left the
genial scholars, I carried with me
letters of introduction to others whom
I may meet.
	Prof. D'Arcy W. Thompson is a
member of the Council of the Royal
Society of Edinburgh; and he surprised
me by reporting a recent action on
the part of that august body con-
cerning myself. He states that the
matter of my nomination for fellowship
has not been allowed to drop; that
when first brought up by Prof. James
Geikie, some obstacle was found in
a restrictive clause of the charter regard-
ing foreigners (See June 19, 1893: page 49:
and Dec. 13, 1893: page 111.): but that the
Council of the Society had found some
way of proper action, and that it

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June 7. had been decided to allow my nomina-
(con) tion. That, farther, a form of subscription
had been mailed to Salt Lake City for
me to sign, already bearing the names
of Prof. Geikie, Prof. Copeland (Astronomer-
Royal of Scotland) and Prof. Thompson as
sponsors. This to me is very surprising:
and in the thought of possible good, very
gratifying. I know the brethren in
authority at home will be pleased.
June 8. Took morning train to St. Andrews,
the site of the oldest university in
Scotland, dating from the early part of
the 15" century (1411.) The town is wonder-
fully quaint: in some of the older parts
one can imagine himself set back four
or five centuries. The ruins of the
great cathedral, overlooking the sea,
are imposing. This edifice was de-
molished by the zealous and bigoted
followers of John Knox. Some of the
walls and towers still stand, and the
space thus partly enclosed is mainly
occupied by tombs. What once was the
paved flood of the cathedral is now
the greensward, covering the abode of
the dead.          By a note of introduction
from Prof. Thompson, I easily found Mr
Anderson, the University Librarian, and
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	rooms of this ancient institution. Within
	the quadrangles of the University all is
	peaceful and quiet; the noises of the
	street have not temerity to enter here,
	except indeed as a subdued and al-
	most musical murmur. The University
	of St. Andrews is known as the institu-
	tion that honored the American phil-
	osopher, Benj. Franklin by bestowing
	upon him a degree, when he was the
	subject of so much calumny.
		Armed with another note I made my
	way to the home of Dr. M. Foster Heddle,
	a noted mineralogist. I was kindly
	received, and given every opportunity
	of examining his specimens: here also
	I met a Mr. Goodchild, – in charge of the
	Industrial Museum Edinburgh. I had
	the pleasure of lunching with Dr Heddle
	and family. When I left I carried off as
	presents, a lot of excellent minerals and
	gave promise to send a Selenite crystal
	to Dr Heddle. Spent an hour on the beach,
	collecting crustaceans and mollusks. Pro-
	ceeded by evening train to Edinburgh; locat-
	ed myself at the New Waverley hotel
	I find myself again in Scotland's cap-
	ital, less than a year since I arrived
	here before. (See June 16-19. 1893.): then
	I had no expectation of returning so soon.

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June 9. Met Prof. Tait at the University building,
and later at the rooms of the Royal Society.
He informed me officially (as Secretary of the
Society) of the action reported by Prof. Thomp-
son concerning my nomination (see p. 157)
and, acting upon instructions I signed the
subscription blank, here instead of waiting
until I reach home to sign the form sent
to me there.	Prof. Tait courteously offered,
and that in a highly complimentary manner
to become a sponsor in my behalf. He as-
sures me there will be no doubt of the
election taking place; but, according to
the very long course of procedure prescribed
by the Society, – the names of candidates
having to be posted for months,- the resultmay not be reached until January next.
	Prof. Tait had a conversation with me
at the Royal Institution, on the Mormon
question: he appeared much interested.
With his characteristic affability he
explained to me his present work in
physics, – experiments on compression of
liquids, and was overjoyed at my offer
to send him some Salt Lake water for
his tests. A quantity of the water is with
my things at Liverpool. He suggested
certain investigations regarding the Salt
Lake and its phenomena.
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urging me to call upon Dr Stephens, and
Mr Arthur Thomspon (zoologist) I did so, 
much to my pleasure and benefit. The 
gentlemen and their wives proved to be
much interested in Utah: and of course, 
the "Mormons' claimed much attention. 
I lunched with Dr and Mrs Stephens; and 
was honored with an invitation to dine 
with them and others at University 
Hall in the evening; but this latter 
invitation I could not accept, through 
other appointments. However, I called 
after dinner and had a very pleasant 
chat. These families live with others, in 
a group of buildings known as Ramsay 
Gardens, beautifully situated near the 
castle: The buildings have been built 
by Prof. Geddes, who aims to build up here 
a university colony, - as he explained to 
me, he hopes to gather about him 
here, an orchestra of men, in tune with 
one another; that they may work in harmony. 
	As usual the streets were thronged 
with people till nearly midnight: perhaps later. 
Rather uncommon excitement has existed 
in town today, owing to a change in the  
castle garrison; the old regiments having 
been ordered to Aldershot, and others 
being sent here. The marching of the men 
was an imposing sight.

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June 10 Sunday. — A dismal day indeed; raining
all day: and, as usual of late very cold.
Attended morning service at the Scottish
Free Church (Lady Gleno[---]): and in
the evening, during a temporary cessation
of rain, witnessed a number of open
air religious meetings. Indeed, the rain
coming up, again, or rather down again,
scarcely dampened the ardor of the
people at all. Dined today at
Ramsay Garden — the guest of
Mr and Mrs Thompson. For two hours
the conversation ran on Utah and Utah's
people. Mr Thompson is an extra-
mural lecturer, and one of the University
tutors in Zoology.
Made an early call upon Prof. James
Geikie at his residence: and was
very cordially received. In the after-
noon I spent a couple of hours with 
Prof. Geikie at the University, and then
attended his regular class lecture
in Geology. One of my chief motives
in coming to Edinburgh has been my
desire to meet again Prof. Geikie,
with whom I had so pleasant and
profitable a visit last June. I endeavored to
find him on Saturday last, but he was
away from the city. The gentleman
very courteously afforded me every

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The observance of the Sabbath here
is strict. Street cars, and railway
trains are stopped, and even eating
houses are closed.

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opportunity to acquaint myself with the
methods and facilities of the University.
In the course of conversation there oc-
curred an interesting illustration of
the different regard to distances
entertained in America and here — Prof.
Geikie spoke in praise of the Univ.
of St. Andrews; "But" said he, "it is
small and always will remain so:
off there on the east of Fife, it
is practically out of the world, and
students wont go so far." A great dist-
ance indeed — actually less than two
hours ride from Edinburgh. At home
we think the Leland Stanford Univ.
is a neighbor, — about 48 hours travel
from Salt Lake City.
	Took night train to Glasgow,
passing on the way Linlithgow —
the birth place of Queen Mary (1542)
and Falkirk the site of a famous battle
between Wallace and Edward I.	At
Glasgow I took a room at the Waverley
Hotel Sauchienhall St.
[The following is written sideways in left margin next to above paragraph]
The persistent rain causes a striking contrast with the conditions
of drougth prevailing in Britain at this season last year.
(see June 15 1893: p. 42).
[Next paragraph labeled "June 12." in left margin]
Made early call at the magnificent and
far famed buildings of the University
of Glasgow. Had very pleasant and prof-
itable interviews with Dr John Young,
Curator of the Hunterian Museum,
and his Assistant Mr John Young F.G.S.

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[Next paragraph labeled "June 12 (con.)" in left margin]
also with Prof Ferguson of the
department of Chemistry. The
gentlemen seemed much interested
in Utah Natural History and the
Selenite specimens, — (I presented to the
University in the name of the Deseret
Museum, a handsome crystal, and a
fine transparent slab) brought
forth their loud admiration. The
almost perfect transparency of the
slab suggested to these scientists
as to others before, certain optical
experiments; and such belong to
Lord Kelvin's department: so a mes-
senger was dispatched to his lord-
ship's office, and to our disappointment
it was found that Lord Kelvin
had gone to London. A letter of
introduction was immediately prepared,
and I was urged to call upon Lord
Kelvin when I reach London.
	I spent hours in the fine Museum
of the Univ, — the Hunterian Museum,
with the greatest courtesies from the
Curator and his assistant. Indeed I
was afforded every facility for
examination and study. Unlike most
large Museums specimens of many
classes are here collected in the
one vast hall, and its gallery. A

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The Scots seem to delight in locating their cemeteries as conspicuously
as possible:— within the cities: usually central; and in elevated
situations.

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second room is given up to books, man-
uscripts, works of art, historical treas-
ures etc. Here I saw the old and
seemingly good-for little steam engine, 
which James Watt was repairing for 
the Univ. when he discovered the prin-
ciple of a separate condenser for the 
engine, which discovery has linked his
name with that of the invention of the 
engine. 	Saw also a Diploma, bear-
ing the signature of King George, 
appointing Dr Hunter to a Prof-
essorship. Of the thousands upon 
thousands of Natural History specimens 
I managed to take a few notes (See
note book.)		Spent considerable
time in the registry office of the 
Univ. - examining methods of taking 
and keeping record. 	Visited Chemical 
Laboratory and other departments of 
this vast institution. 	Had a long
 conversation with Mr Young and others
 concerning Mormonism, - at their instiga-
tion.			 	During afternoon and 
evening I visited Kelvingrove Museum 
and Corporation Museums. 	Was delighted 
today to receive word from home, - the 
first line since my leaving. It bears 
date May 26; at which time all was 
well. May the Lord grant that such a conditions
may continue.

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[Next paragraph labeled "June 13." in left margin]
By yesterday's mail from Liverpool,
I learned that a Church Conference
House is maintained by our people
here in Glasgow. This morning I
called at the place, — 130 Banack
St; and there had the pleasure
of meeting Elder Draney, the President,
and a number of Utah elders. This
was a very pleasing occurence
for me: and the brethren seemed
fully as much delighted. In company
with Bro. Freebairn of Salt Lake City,
I visited a number of buildings of
note. Took evening train for Liver-
pool, arriving at 7.30, — just in
time to attend the week day meeting
of the branch. But very few were
present, — only five beside the mis-
sionary elders from Utah. Elders
McAllister and Callers, and myself
addressed the meeting in turn.
[The following is written sideways in left margin next to above paragraph]
Small pox is present in Glasgow, as in Edinburgh
and several smaller towns of Scotland. [---] consternation
is already manifest.
[Next paragraph labeled "June 14." in left margin]
Took morning train for London.
Engaged rooms at 12 South Crescent
Bedford Sq. W.C. — comparatively quiet
place, but a few doors from the
house at which I roomed when
in London three years ago. Visited
the brethren at the Church Office
36 Penton St., and enjoyed the reunion.
	In the evening I witnessed an

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exhibition of the Dowe bullet proof
cuirass now becoming famous.
The invention is a surprising one.
An expert rifleman - Capt. Leon Martin
did the firing. He first demonstrated
the force of the ammunition, -- the
regulation army charge by firing
a bullet through a log of wood,
with the grain, 2 ft. 4 in. in length.
The bullet tore a hole through a sheet
of metal placed at the farther end
of the log, then imbedded itself in 
a secum log. This was repeated. Then
the cuirass - a padded breastplate in 
appearance was suspended in front
of a sheet of plate glass and with
a similar charge a bullet was fired
against it: the force of the impact 
caused the cuirass to swing, but
the glass was uninjured. The
missile did not penetrate. Then
Herr Dowe put on the cuirass; and 
twice the rifle was discharged point
blank at his heart Each time he 
staggered with the blow, but was not
hurt. I am convinced that there was
no deception in the lest: indeed
demonstrations have been made before
officers of the army and navy of Britain
and they pronounce the invention a marvel.

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June 14 (cont). Yet however great the security may 
be I see no justification for risk-
ing a human life in such ex-
hibitions. Some wonderful feats of 
marksmanship were displayed by Martin 
and Western, the noted rifle and 
revolver experts. And here again came 
unnecessary exposure; not content with 
hitting marks  right, and left handed 
shots swinging marks; shooting with 
the back turned to the mark, - mirrors 
being used, shooting between the legs, 
etc. etc. the marksmen had to 
break china eggs one each other's heads. 
The most wonderful feat to me was 
this: - A china egg was suspended 
at one side of the stage: a rifle 
was pointed toward it, and clamped in
position,--35 ft. away; the marksman 
then took his place under the egg,--
the latter touching his head; and with 
a second rifle he hit the trigger of 
the first causing its discharge, and 
the breaking of the egg in contact 
with his own head. Such skill is 
astonishing; but why such risks? 
	This day is the anniversary 
of our marriage. I had intended ob-
serving it as last year, -- by visiting 
May's relatives; but felt it a duty to

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come on to London today. Six years ago
Dear Wife and I gave ourselves to each
other with the Lord's high sanction. 
Today she is dearer to me than ever
before, - my respect and love for her
grows stronger with the passage of the
suns. And the sweet boys with
which God has blessed our union
are our dearest treasures. And what
before another anniversary? - my
hopes and expectations are for good. My
wife has been to me an anchor good
and true: her weaknesses are in the
line of too unreserved a dependence
upon me - and unworthy support. 
May the peace and protection of heaven
be about her!
June 15. A day of small duties with me. Spent
most of the day in getting baggage in
place, writing letters, and preparing 
for work. Remained some time with
the brethren at the Church Office.
"16 Early visit to the rooms of the Royal
Microscopal Society. Called on
Mr. J. H. Folding - brother of my friend,
Bro. E. Holding of Salt Lake City: delivered
package. Then called on Arthur
Reynolds - brother of Elder George Reynolds
at home : promised to repeat each of 
these visits.	Then visited the

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June 16 (con) far famed wax work exhibition of 
Madame Tussaud. In the evening 
attended the spectacular exhibition 
"Constantinople" at the famous 
Olympia. This building, usually 
called a theatre suggests the 
vast arenas of ancient times in 
a wonderously elaborated style. 
There are seats for 10000 people; the 
stage holds 2000; and that number 
it is claimed in the public announce-
ments took part tonight. At one 
time 15 horses and 8 camels were
 on the stage. A deep canal of 
real water separates the stage 
from the auditorium: at one part 
of the performance 8 magnificent 
barges, carrying upward of a score 
of people apiece, and horses, passed 
to and fro on the water. A grander 
exhibition I have never heard of. 
An extensive museum of Arabian 
Nights scenes is in connection with 
the establishment, and promenades, 
spanned by crystal arches studded 
with rare flowers, all brilliantly 
illuminated, surpass in reality 
the ficticious pictures of fairly 
land. The Olympia is a marvel of 
man's ingenuity.

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June 17 Sunday. Attended morning service
at the West Kensington Congregational
Church, where, according to previous
arrangement I met Mr. T. H. Holding
to whom I brought messages from his brother
my friend Bro. E.G. Holding of Salt Lake
City. I accompanied the gentleman to
his elegantly fitted home: there met 
his family - wife, daughter, three
grown sons and his wife's sister. I
had the pleasure of dining with the
family, and enjoyed a long conver-
sation on Mormonism. Much preju-
dice against our people was plain- 
ly manifest at first, but gave 
way in appearance at least as
the conversation progressed.
	In the evening I attended our Church
service at the old hall -- 36 Penton St.
By request, and as I afterward learned,
according to announcements made
at previous meetings, I addressed the
congregation. Then, assisted by Elders
Owen and Ellis I confirmed Sister
Elizabeth Thatcher, just baptized, 
as a member of the Church.
Took supper with Sister Francis 
and family, whom I had the honor
of meeting last year. Since that visit
death has claimed the good lady's parents.

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[Next paragraph is labeled "June 18." in left margin]
Made morning call at 34 Hans
Place, — the London residence of
Lord Kelvin (see page 164), to whom
I bore a note of introduction from
Prof. Young of Glasgow University.
Had the pleasure of meeting "his
lordship", as also Lady Kelvin,
and enjoyed a long conversation
on features of Utah Natural History.
Then the talk drifted to Utah's
people, and particularly Mormonism.
I find the same misunderstanding
in the world's master minds as is
to be found in the ignorant mind,
concerning our faith: — Mormonism
is regarded as a system of lustful
indulgence, polygamous marriage: and
now that polygamy is abolished, to
the minds of many Mormonism is
at an end.
	In the evening, while visiting the
brethren at 36 Penton St., a Mr Adams
called, to ask questions concerning
our faith; and I had a talk of more
than 1½ hours with him. He seems to
be desirous of knowing, as at present
he believes, this to be the Church
of Christ: but his skepticism is
strong. He believes that baptism is
requisite for salvation, but is not
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yet prepared to render obedience thereto.
He manifested a strong desire for
testimonials of signs and wonders, - 
almost a mania of curiosity in
fact: I warned him against 
this; the mysteries of the Kingdom
have for him the greatest attraction.
An explanation of the disturbing
element in his case was soon
found, - he is now living, by his 
own confession, in adultery with
a woman whom he has no in-
tention of marrying, and great
as are his professions of desire to
learn the ways of God, he is not
willing to covert that unholy 
relationship.       During the day
visited the British Museum, Natural 
History Dept. at South Kensington, the 
Museum of Practical Geology - Jermyn
St. and St. Paul's Cathedral.
June 19. Spent morning at National History Museum, 
South Kensington Museum of Science and
Art Imperial Institute, and Museum 
of Practical Geology.    At Natural History
Museum I met again Mr. Miers,
Asst. Curator Mineralogy; and at the
Museum of Geology Mr. Rudler, the 
Curator, and his assistant Mr. Pringle.
At each of these museums I found the

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June 19. specimens of Selenite presented by 
(con.) me in behalf of the Deseret Museum, 
conspicuously displayed. 	Spent early 
part of afternoon at Westminister Abbey. 
By previous invitation took 3 o'clock 
dinner with Mr Arthur Reynolds and 
family, 2 Omega Place Alpha Road. 
Mr Reynolds is brother to Elder George 
Reynolds of Salt Lake City. 	All seemed 
truly delighted to meet me; and I 
enjoyed myself sincerely. Had long 
conversations on Utah and Mormonism. 
At 8 p.m. I was in the rooms of the 
Mineralogical Society Burlington House, 
attending a meeting of that dis-
tinguished organization. A very 
interesting and instructive paper 
was read by Prof. A. H. Church of 
the Royal Academy of Arts, subject 
"Analytical and other data concerning 
Phosphates and Arsenates of Aluminum" 
When discussion on the paper was 
begun, the President announced my 
presence, and referring pleasantly to 
the fact that I hailed from a land 
of choice minerals I was he asked me 
to speak on the subject. It happened 
that I have recently done a little in 
the way of investigation and original 
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aluminum, occurring near Salt
Lake City - a very beautiful mineral,
probably variscite or peganite;
the mode of its occurrence being unique.
The analytical data of my work were
fresh in my mind, and the little
report I was  able to make seemed to
give great satisfaction. Prof Church
promised to send me several of his
monographs.          Later in the
evening I was called upon for a 
second address - concerning the
Utah Selenite geode, with which I
find all the members have some 
acquaintance.    The President, - Prof.
N.S. Maskelyne of Oxford University,
(with whom I have had correspondence,
(see July 5, 1893, 
), but whom I have never
before met), made a reply to my remarks,
enlarging on the beauties of the Selenite
crystals and paying a great compliment
to the Utah Museum and its men
for placing the specimens in institu-
tions of learning as gifts.     A pleasing
feature of the evening was the exhibition
of a model of a new goniometer: de-
vised and there demonstrated by Miss
Walter.     It was certainly very 
ingenious; and the lady has the true
scientific spirit, -- to the honor of her sex.

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[Next paragraph labeled "June 20." in left margin]
Spent couple of hours in Royal Micro. Society
rooms: then repaired to the British Museum
Library and devoted time to searching for
genealogical data for friends at home.
In the evening attended the regular
meeting, and the last for the season,
of the Royal Microscopical Society.
I exhibited:- Brine shrimps mounted
in lake water: brine shrimps stained:
brine shrimps in spirit unmounted:
photomicrographs of the shrimps:
ooliths from the Lake. I put up
a quantity of the oolitic material in
little boxes, and presented such to the
Fellows. The men seemed truly pleased
to see me; the mention of my name
by the President was received with
cheers, and the occasion of last year's
visit and the selenite presentation
being referred to	By call I delivered
an address on the exhibits.	An interesting
paper was that by Mr T. Comber, - showing
the incorrectness of many generic and
specific distinctions between diat[---] -
During the tea party following the formal
proceedings I had many chats with the
Fellows.※ This is the third meeting of the
Society which I have been privileged to
attend since my election in 1891. I ap-
preciate such privileges.
[The following is written sideways in left margin]
※particularly during the tea and
coffee peri[--]d following the
formal proceedings.

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June 21. Whole of forenoon in Library of British 
Museum, and Record Office, Government 
search room endeavoring to find certain 
genealogical data. Sister Julia Freke 
Sansom of Salt Lake City states that 
her father - Prof. Thomas Freke, a 
barrister and author of note, was the 
son of George IV by one of the maids of
honor in the court of his father, George 
III. The child was born while its father 
was still Prince of Wales. Before the 
birth, a marriage was brought about 
between the maid of honor referred to 
and a man named Freke, who received 
money and title for marrying so. Now, 
Sister Sansom desires to ascertain
- for the purpose of carrying on her 
temple work, the name and parent-
age of this maid. The authorities of the 
British Museum Library and Record Office 
say they doubt whether such can be
ascertained.			Made call on 
Bro. Jm. W. Young at his office in 
Broad St House. 	Visited galleries 
of Art in Burlington House; and at 
4.30 pm. attended meeting of the 
Royal Society. My hosts and sponsors 
(visitors are admitted only under stringent 
regulations) were Dr Hugo Müller
and Prof N. S. Maskelyne. Preceeding

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June 21 	the meeting proper, half an hour was 
     (con.)	spent in conversation accompanied
		by tea drinking, and nibbling of light
		refreshments. The tea table seems almost
		as indispensable as the demonstration
		counter in most of these British societies
		of note. Here one meets many and sees
		more, of the men of fame. Today I
		had the pleasure of meeting though
		but for an instant, Lockyer, the Astron-
		omer, Perkins the Chemist, Baker the
		engineer, – builder of the 'Forth Bridge':
		Sir Andrew Noble, – an authority on
		ordinance and explosives, Prof. Seeley
		Paleontologist, Lord Raleigh, Secretary
		of the Society, and Lord Kelvin, President.
		The proceedings are earnest, though
		formal. A heavy mace, surmounted by
		the crown and arms is borne into
		the chamber to denote the authority
		of the session. A host of interesting
		and instructive papers was presented:
		many of them were read by little only.
		Printed proofs of the papers were
		presented. As fast as papers are disposed
		of in which the fellows present take
		most particular interest, these fellows
		leave, ofttimes with considerable disorder.
		If physical papers come early on the
		program, and geological subjects later,

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only the geologists remain till the close:
and they perhaps came in only shortly
before the time for their particular topics.
Thus there is a continual change of audience.
Today's session was one of unusual
interest I am told, – it being the
last meeting before the long vacation
and many papers more than usual number
being presented: yet, when the meeting
adjourned only 9 members beside the
President and Secretaries were in the
room. Many of the fellows come to the
ante room, for tea and talk, and do not
enter the session chamber.
	After adjournment, by special
invitation I became the guest of
Dr Hugo Müller at the banquet of
the Chemical Society Club, held at the
Café Royal. A more thoroughly enjoyable
dinner of a formal kind I have never
partaken of. The style of serving, and
the viands were distinguishing: but
the company was particularly select.
The lengthy dinner setting was prolonged
by the period of tobacco and talk, in
the first of which terms I did not take
part.      At night I attended the regular 
meeting of the Chemical Society
at Burlington House. A very interesting
program was rendered. Here and at dinner

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June 21	I had the honor of meeting Dr Armstrong
    (con.) 	President of the Society, Dr Atkinson
		author of works in Physics etc. The
		gentlemen who have taken such an
		interest in my visit, Dr Hugo Müller
		particularly, asked me to allow them
		to present my nomination for membership:
		and forms of application etc., were furnished
		me. Great as is the honor of membership
		in so distinguished a body I am
		loath to accept without further con-
		sideration of the subject. I dislike the
		thought of joining such a society and
		becoming straightway a dead member:
		I would wish to work; and my duties now
		will seemingly afford me less op-
		portunity than I have enjoyed in
		the past for chemical research. Geology
		will take from Chemistry my time of
		work.      These meetings have been
		of great benefit to me.       After the
		meeting, an adjournment was taken
		to the tea room; and so this busy
		day came to a close.
   "  22. 	Morning call at the office of Bro.
		Jno. W. Young, requesting that he
		kindly take up the enquiry for
		genealogical information (see top page 177)
		for Sister Sansom.    Then visited
		the brethren at 36 Penton St; and

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		spent great part of the afternoon
		at Royal Microscopical Society Rooms.
		Preparing for departure.
June 23. 	Took morning train to Liverpool,
		en route to Dublin.  On the train
		I made the acquaintance of Dr.
		J.W. Ashman, 10 Clifton Gardens, Maid[-]
		Vale, London W. – a minister of the Church
		of England. He led in conversation, and
		finding my profession and residence to 
		be "Mormon" seemed all the more
		interested. His particular interest seemed
		drawn toward the philosophy of our
		religion; with which indeed, he seemed
		to be charmed. We promised to cor-
		respond. Reached Liverpool at 2.30 p. m;
" 24. 	took room at Stewart Hotel. Pleasant
		meeting with Pres. A H Lund, and the
		brethren at the Church Office.
"  24 	Sunday. Attended Sacrament meeting
		at the Church Hall, Bittern St.;
		and evening meeting at the same
		place. At the latter I took part with
		other brethren in addressing the
		congregation. Very small attendance,
		as I am told is the rule. The weather
		yesterday and today has been very 
		cold. Despite the season, overcoats
		have been in requisition.  A gleam
		of sunshine is a rarity.

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June 25. Train to Hollyhead, thence by boat
to Dublin, reaching destination
about 10.30 p.m. My visit to Ireland
is one of the principal objects of
my trip to Europe, the annual
meeting of the Museums' Association
being appointed this year in Dublin.
Established myself at Maples' Hotel, - one
of the chief stopping places of delegates.
"26. Today marked the opening of
the Museums' Association proceedings.
At 9 a.m. a general reception was
held in Leinster House, - a historic
building, to be used as headquarters for
this session of the Association, and the
permanent home of the Royal Dublin
Society. Until 1 p.m. the time was
spent in visiting the extensive
collections in the Science and Art
Museum. Here were seen a number
of special applications in Museum
arrangement (see note book.) At 2 p.m.
we started in wagonettes to the
Royal Botanic Gardens, - a magnif-
icent establishment, fine grounds
and houses teeming with the finest
plants. Then we were conveyed to the
Zoological Gardens, where we were
afforded every desirable facility
for examining the living creatures.

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The Zoological Society here seem par-
ticularly successful in breeding lions
- an undertaking which fails in <the> London
Zoo.-  Already 139 lion cubs have been
born within the gardens.  The party
were entertained at tea in the Super-
intendent's house within the grounds,
and later a photograph was taken.
At 8 p.m. the address of the President
was delivered in the Library of the
Royal Irish Academy:  another service
of refreshments following.  A reception
followed at the Mansion House,
where the Lord Mayor, and the
Lady Mayoress received the members
of the Association in great formality.
Lackeys in gorgeous livery stood at
the door in the passages, and
about the rooms.  All the guests
were in evening dress; the Lord
Mayor himself being rather dis-
tinguished by the simplicity of
his attire, - excepting the heavy
gold chain which hung in these
old loops around his neck.
The Mansion House is an old structure,
imposing in its stateliness. Scarcely
had the guests entered before refresh-
ments were announced: people
hereabouts seem to need a very

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June 26. (con) great deal of refreshing. Tea, coffee,
and light confections came first, then
wine and whiskey. Scarcely a room
was reserved from the fumigation
of tobacco: and indeed in most of
the apartments the clouds of
smoke obscured the vision. The Lord
Mayor, hearing of my far distant home,
took me aside, and engaged in a
long conversation on Utah and the
Mormons. I found that he had
visited Salt Lake City a few years
ago: he stayed there but a day
or so and went away with a
professedly full understanding
of the "Mormon problem." At the
beginning of our conversation tonight
he showed a very prejudiced, almost
vindictive spirit toward our people,
but softened very much in his
remarks, and I believe in his
spirit, before we separated. I talked
with a great number during the
evening: Mormonism always
coming in for a share of attention.
The lackeys were still flitting about,
the smoke deepening, the whiskey
still flowing, conversations and sing-
ing still burning high when I
withdrew, - shortly after midnight.

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94.									

June 27. Before the opening of the morning meet-
ing I presented to Dr. W. Ball, President of
the Art and Science Museum,- in the
name of the Deseret Museum, - a 
very fine crystal of Selenite, and a
slab of the same material. Dr. Ball
wrote to me several weeks ago asking
under what conditions the Museum
here could secure the crystal. In the
course of this morning's session
of the Museum's Association, Dr. Ball,
and Curator Rudler of the London Museum
of Practical Geology each made a
short address commendatory of the
liberality of the Deseret Museum.
	Time of the morning from 10 a.m.
til 1 p.m. was devoted to the reading
and discussion of papers. I contented
myself with listening and taking notes
but the President called on me
by name to speak. Afternoon was
devoted to visiting  different museums:-
College of Surgeons' Museum; Museum
of Science and Art and National Gallery;
- refreshments of course, at short
victuals. Party was photographed again,
- this time on the steps of the Science
and Art Museum. In the evening
the Association dinner was held at
Jury's Hotel; - a grand affair. To my

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18
[Next paragraph labeled "June 27. <(cont.)>" in left margin]
surprise I was assigned a seat of
honor — next to the President with
Sir Charles Cameron on the other side of me.
This I record, as indeed references to other
items of honor shewn me, not out of
pride, but as evidence of the regard
in which a representative from the
west, and the institution from which he
comes are held. The toasts were many;
the addresses entertaining as a whole.
Many a good natured reference was
made to the much married man from
Salt Lake City; these jokes I had to parry
in the kind spirit in which they were
evidently given. I was called to respond
to the toast to "the visitors".	I am
much impressed with the poor speaking,
— that is to say the defective manner
of speaking, so prevalent here. Among
the ordinary speakers, including
college lecturers a hesitating, drawling
manner, — positively painful at times —
is common; articulation and gesture
are very much neglected: though the ideas
expressed may be good.	In the course
of my remarks I extended an invitation
to the Association to hold the next
annual meeting at Salt Lake: though the
acceptance is impracticable the invitation
was accorded hearty applause.
[The following is written sideways in left margin]
The sitting at the banquet lasted over 4 hours. Among the toasts
that to the Queen came first as a matter of custom and
course: but the remarks made showed a diversity of feeling
toward Her Majesty.

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June 28. This day was set apart on the program
for an excursion to the Wicklon mount-
ains. The party - about 50 in all - left
Dublin by 9:30 am train, going direct
to Bray. There we were met by a
number of jaunting cars, - the national
carts, - and were conveyed to Powerscourt
Desmesne; walking through the Dargle
- a beautiful wooded glen; (the word
dargle - really "dara-glen" meaning
"oak glen". The Powerscourt estate
is very extensive, - hill and valley:
streak and woodland, - square miles
set apart as the possessions of one,
whilst thousands are perishing of
want. The lights and shades of human
fortune are very strong. We were
conducted through Powerscourt House
- a true baronial home but for the
absence of drawbridge and moat battle-
ment and arms. The place is a treasure
house of rarities; - the trophies of the chase,
arms and armor, sculpture and paint-
ing. rare books and manuscripts
carved furniture in the oldest and
blackest of oak; - a single piece
costing enough to keep a family in
plenty for an ordinary life time. The
garden and enclosed grounds bear a
wealth of flowers and pine trees.

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[Next paragraph labeled "June 28. <(cont.)>" in left margin]
Resuming the jaunting cars, we rode
to Enniskerry, where a fine luncheon
had been provided by the Local Reception
Committee. After the eating came
the wine and toasts. Ladies enlivened the
scenes today with their presence, though
their absence was marked at the
banquet last night: indeed, the ladies
are present at the pleasure visits, but
they stay away generally from the
working sessions. From the lunching
place we drove to the Waterfall
thence to Bray where we left the
jaunting cars and returned to Dublin
by rail. I was interviewed by three rep-
resentatives of the Irish press regarding
Salt Lake and the Mormons: one of these
representatives had imbibed too freely of
spirits to understand or say much.
	The day has been a most enjoyable
one.	Prof. Cole — geologist of the
Royal College of Science for Ireland, aided
me much through his extensive studies
in the local geology.
[Next paragraph labeled "June 29." in left margin]
From 10 a.m. to 12 m. working session:
reading and discussion of papers;
at 12.15 p.m. the business meeting began.
In the election of members of the Council
for the ensuing year some rivalry
was apparent. To my surprise I was
[The following is written sideways in left margin]
Meeting for 1895
to be held in
Edinburgh.

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94

nominated as a Councillor, and elected in
spite of my demurring. I was given to
understand that nothing short of absolute
refusal to serve would be accepted, and that
such a refusal was not wanted. The
Association seems as proud of the Deseret
Museum membership as we at home
are.	The afternoon was taken up
in a visit to Trinity College, — the Univ-
ersity of Dublin; — the ancient, venerable
buildings are of themselves awe inspiring.
The library is magnificent, — it contains
many treasures: — the Book of Kells, for
instance, — which is nowhere else to
be seen. In the herbarium is the
original Coulter collection of plants,
illustrative of Rocky Mountain flora.
In the medical museum is the skeleton
of the Irish giant, McGrath (see note book)
as also the one Irish specimen of
the Great Auk, killed at Waterford, 1838.
	In the evening a few of the Asso-
ciation members, — very few outside the
officers, no ladies included, — dined with
the Professors and Senior Fellows of
Trinity College in hall. I thoroughly
enjoyed the occasion:— an academic
air everywhere. A silver mace lay
on the Provost's table. Grace at the
beginning was said in latin, by a
[The following is written sideways in left margin]
On the working sessions but little time is allotted to each speaker: and the President often
terminates very abruptly any exercise. Most of the speakers prefaced their remarks with an
assurance that they would take but 2 or 3 minutes: those who announced the shortest
time always spoke the longest.

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18
[Next paragraph labeled "June 29 (con.)" in left margin]
senior stationed in a little pulpit:
concluding grace was pronounced, in
latin also, by a Professor. The dinner
was of the table d'hote order: wine
flowing freely - hock, sherry, champagne
etc: - though as I learned from a
Professor the use of wine at the
table is not allowed except to honor
the presence of invited guests; the
drinking being usually attended to in
another room after dinner.	All the
college men present wore academicals.
After dinner we were conducted to
the Common Room, where wine and
confections were served: thence to the
smoking room, where tobacco, tea,
and coffee seemed in favor. I was
seated at a small table with two
others of our association, and three
of the College professors: and witnessed
a very heated, almost angry discussion
between Prof. Fitzgerald (scientist) and
Prof. Gray (linguist) as to the advantage
of latin and greek in the desirable
college curriculum of today. I find
even in this temple of ancient knowledge,
a strong tide toward dispensing with
the dead languages as requirements in
science courses.	I enjoyed much conversation
with the Professors and others in Utah.
[The following is written sideways in left margin]
Old academical customs are maintained at Trinity College Dublin, with
even greater fulness than at Oxford or Cambridge. One of the Professors, —
Dr Percival Wright deplored to me the act of Queen Victoria whereby she
removed the condition that no Professor of the College should marry. The Professors
while single reside in college, but as soon as they marry they seek
outside home of course, as women are not admitted to the residences inside.

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94.     


		Word from home today, – dated on our wedding anni-
		versary – June 14 : all well at that writing. The 
		formal work of the Museums Association for this
		1894 session is over: many of the members
		leave tonight; I have to remain a little longer.
June 30. 	By special invitation Prof. Carr of Nottingham,
		Alderman Cameron of Sunderland, and myself
		breakfasted this morning with a number
		of the Royal Zoological Society at the
		Zoological Gardens. Then we visited the
		Bank of Ireland, – the old Irish Parliament
		building; and several of the churches. By invitation
		of Mr Hogg – one of the Zoological Society
		council we accompanied him on a drive
		through the city, visiting some of the poorest, 
		as well as many of the finest streets;
		witnessing squalor and pomp in rapid
		succession. At St. Michan's church
		we descended into the vaults, and saw
		the bodies that had become dessicated.
		Bones, skin, and hair remain: the skin like
		leather; soft parts, and clothing have disap-
		peared: coffins are crumbling. Authentic
		records show many of these to be over 400
		years old – as corpses. Body of an infant
		retains ribbon ties: skin like chamois leather:
		whole weighs but  few ounces. I made
		another short visit to the College of Surgeons,
		and Trinity College. Took evening train to
		Belfast. Located at Balmoral Temperance Hotel

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18
July 1. By invitation of Mr S. Stewart, curator of
the Belfast Museum, and Mr. R.H. Hanna
an enthusiastic amateur botanist I
accompanied these gentlemen on a pilgrimage
to the Giant's Causeway. True this is
the sabbath, but on no other day could
these gentlemen get away: so I feel in
no way condemned for employing the day
in visiting so noted a formation. Traveled
by early morning train to Portrush: thence
by a poorly equipped "Electric Tramway" to
the Causeway. The management of the
electric power seems to be poor: steam
engines had to be called into use to get
us up the hill. The Causeway is properly
regarded as a wonder of the world; nowhere
else has so perfect a formation of basaltic
columns cross jointed been formed. We examined
the formation as thoroughly as time would
permit, walking on the upturned ends of
the columns out into the sea, and clambering
up the faces of the cliffs at considerable
risk of our necks. (See note book for observations)
Returned to Belfast by night train. Irish
humor seems abundant hereabouts; Lads and
lassies seem to consider a greeting a
a parting very incomplete without some
attempt at wit.		Today's journey has
shown me much of the peat formation;
the unfinished logs, and the processes of

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94.									

cutting, drying and baking the peat being
shown in an interesting manner. Flax
fields are numerous; and the crop promising.
Bleaching by the old time method is here still
in favor; extensive bleach fields with acres
of fabric exposed are seen from the
car windows. Near the Causeway we
passed the ruins of Dunluce Castle. The
prefix "dun" so common here, signified
originally "fortified hill," and towns with this
syllable as a first name, mark the sites
of ancient encampments.    The Mr Stewart
of above referred to, - my courteous guide, I first
met at Dublin, he being a delegate to
the Association. He is a fine old gentle-
man - 69 years of age, yet with the
enthusiasm of youth for national science. He
has never married: and professes to be glad
of it, saying that he has no one dependent
upon him, and regarding his condition as the
type of freedom: but I believe such rejoicing
is but superficial
July 2. Very stormy day; visits to sites of geological
interest hindered. Spent great part of day
writing. Visited Belfast Museum; and
there received many courtesies at the
hands of the venerable curator, Mr. Stewart.
The museum contains many specimens
of Irish antiquities. Bog butter is there
in great quantity. I procurred a specimen

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[The following paragraph is labeled "July 2. <(con)>" in left margin]
for analysis. Took evening steamer
"Caloric", (Belfast Steamship Co) for
Liverpool.
[The following paragraph is labeled ""	3." in left margin]
Arrived in Liverpool 7 a.m. Reached
office at 42 Islington in time to join
with the brethren in prayers before
breakfast. Visited the Corporation
Museum and Libraries; and was accorded
every courtesy by the Director, — Dr
Forbes, a gentleman of rare ability
whose acquaintance I made at
Dublin. In the afternoon I returned
to the Museum, and presented a fine
crystal of Selenite and a slab of the
cleaved and transparent material,
— in the name of the Deseret Museum.
Visited University College, — a division
of Victoria University: examined
laboratories and class rooms. Presented
a fine slab of Selenite.	Today I
was pleased to meet Bro. A. L. Booth,
— wife's brother: he is in England, as
a missionary, and is laboring in
the Liverpool conference, with head-
quarters at Preston. Being apprised
of my coming, he visited the city
to meet me.
[The following is written sideways in left margin next to above paragraph]
Sent specimens of Selenite by parcel freight to
York Museum: Bolton Museum, and Durham
College of Science, Newcastle on Tyne; these places
I shall be unable to visit in person.
[The following paragraph is labeled "July 4." in left margin]
Independence Day, — Flags are floating
over many hotels and on some
other buildings where American sympathies

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prevail. Had pleasure of meeting President
Lund this morning, he having arrived
home during the night from a visit to
Glasgow.		Bro. A. L. Booth and I took
early morning train to Bedford & Leigh, where
I introduced him to his aunt Mrs.
Alice Ditchfield. (See June 14. 1893. p. 41). I
was compelled to return at once to Liver-
pool so I left him at Leigh.
	Visited University College: and met there
Prof. Herdman. Also met Prof. Ritter of
the State University, Berkeley California: he
is here to do special work in Zoology
in connection with Prof. Herdman. In
the evening I attended the evening
meeting of the Liverpool Branch of
our Church. By call of the presiding
officers I addressed the meeting.
	Left on the midnight train on
the way to London, for the Continent.
July 5. The breaking of dawn was plainly ap-
parent by 1.15 a.m: soon after 3 the sun
rose. Reached London at 5:45 a.m. Euston
station. As next train did not leave till
8.25, I had time to walk around and
see London struggling into life. Late
beginnings are the rule here: most of
the shops do not open till near 9
o'clock. At 8. I had difficulty in
finding a respectable restaurant open.

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July 5: (con.) Took a walk by Newgate, along cheap-
side to Post Office, Bank, and Mansion
House: St. Paul's Fire Monument, crossed
the Thames Bridge and returned by Billings-
gate market which last place seems
to thoroughly deserve the ill savoured
name it has received. Left by 8.25 train
going direct to Greenbow: then by
the steam packet "Nederland," across
the channel to Flushing. A pleasant
passage; landed before 5 p.m.; at 5.30
I was speeding overland by express
train through carriage for Berlin.
Dutch landscape was pleasing: dykes
on the coast; windmills in great num-
ber; women working in the fields and
at thrashing machines. Custom House
examination at 8:30 pm on German Frontier.
Travelled by way of Wesel, Oberhausen,
and Hanover.
"  6. A miserable arrangement is this
continental style of railway carriage
- for night travel. In order to use
the sleeping saloon, one has to take
a first class through ticket, and pay
exorbitant extra fees. I contented myself
with second class accomodations, and
a sitting up bed. Reached Berlin
7.30 - German time. Took room at
Central Hotel, near Fredinchstiasse station.

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Spent greater part of morning at
		the University: in afternoon visited
		the University "Museum für
		Naturkunde", which has been re-
		moved from its former quarters in
		the main University buildings to
		new and elegantly fitted rooms on
		Invaliden Strasse. Here I met the
		Director of the Museum, Professor
		C. Klein, and the chief of the
		mineralogical and geological de-
		partment, Prof Tenne. Devoted
		latter part of the day to viewing
		the city in general, – mostly afoot,
		or from the top of an omnibus.
		Dogs are here used as beasts of draft.
		Evening walk through the famed 
		street – Unter den Linden, past
		the palace of Friedrich Wilhelm III and
		the palace of the present emperor.
		Soldiers are here everywhere to be
		seen.
July 7.	According to appointment made
		yesterday, I was early at the Museum:
		and there presented, in the name
		of the Deseret Museum, a crystal
		and a slab of Selenite. After examining
		the magnificent collections of minerals
		here, I am convinced that this
		Museum possesses the best specimens

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[The following paragraph is labeled "July 7 (con)" in left margin]
of Selenite (exclusive of our own) of
any I have seen. Indeed when I
announced to Professors Klein and
Tenne, the present I had brought — they
expressed their joy, but intimated that
they were already well supplied with
excellent crystals of Selenite; however,
as I soon saw, and as the gentlemen
named rapturously declared when
they gazed upon our crystal and
slab, they had nothing here, neither
had they ever seen a specimen
to be compared therewith. Their
large crystals are remarkable
only for size (and even in that
particular they cannot approach
the Wayne County forms); they
are far from perfect in form,
and scarcely approach translucency.
An examination of the photographs
of the Utah geode, and enquiries as
the occurrence drew from the
gentlemen the declaration already
made by many others, — that the
formation is wholly unique.
	Professor Tenne conducted me person-
ally through the vast collections
of mineralogical, paleontological,
petrographical and other related speci-
mens: then I was presented to Professor
[The following is written sidways in left margin]
Presented also specimens of Ooliths from
the Salt Lake.

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94.									

Mobius and his assistants, who devoted
nearly two hours in showing me
the Zoological collections. I presented
to this department specimens of
Artemiae from our Salt Lake, and
photomicrographs of the same; these
were pronounced very desirable
accessories. (see NoteBook). The greater
part of the day was devoted to these
collections; afterward Prof. Klein
took me to his office there to show
me certain new attachments etc. of
the petrographical microscope.
In evening visited "Passage Pan-
opticon" to witness an exhibition
by Dahomey soldiers; 51 of these
female warriors (weibliche sol-
dalen) are here to be seen.
July 8. Sunday.  A very stormy day; many
indoors during morning hours by
a fierce rain. Having so little time
to spare I had to brave the down-
pour. Sunday is a particularly favor-
able day for visiting the museums,
galleries etc., as all are thrown
open to the public. I felt that I
would be spending my sabbath
most profitably did I take advan-
tage of such opportunities: which
indeed I may never again enjoy.

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July 8.  Went first to the War Museum;--
(con.) a noble structure, filled with a
vast array of warlike imple-
ments and memorials of battle.
Here hang flags of strife rent
and tattered: guns broken during the
carnage: swords noted for more
than ordinary deeds of butchery:
arms and armor of previous times;
statues, monuments and paintings
to the commemoration of slaughter.
Here come mothers with their sons
to gaze fondly on these trappings
and accoutrements of what seems
to be considered here the most
glorious of arts. Here are girls
with their lovers, the swains too,
often forgetting their passions
for the fair in the thirst for
glory stirred by these sights. The
German nation seeks to foster
and succeeds in fostering the martial
spirit amongst the people.
	Went next to the National Galleries
and Museums of art, ancient and
modern. The collections of sculptures,
casts, paintings, and drawings are
vast and valuable: though per-
haps surpassed by some other
continental cities which I have visited

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Then I took my way to the broad and
beautiful grounds of the Thier-garten
comprising spacious parks, and the
zoological garden proper.	This
sabbath afternoon and evening, the
skies having cleared, the streets were
crowded with pleasure seekers. Most
of the business houses are closed,
but eating and drinking shops,
tobaca stores, and the theatres
and exhibition houses - play museums
and the like are all open. Sunday
seems to be a day of special
harvest with them - I see by papers
and handbills that the performance
and exhibitions open earlier and con-
tinue later today than on week-
days. The concert halls and beer-gardens are favorite establishments
here. Beer flows freely: it takes the
place which wine holds among the
French pleasure lovers. This is
a land of rich cheese. Now I am very
fond of cheese and have had many and
divers sorts set before me here in
Deutschland, on this and a previous
visit; some of the Rase here so
highly esteemed is positively rotten.
I don't like such. A cheese ware-
house can be scented afar. Several

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July 8. times while passing through a pub-
   (con.) lic garden or park, I have caught
a most convincing whiff: I have
on such occasions always soon found
the cause - someone eating his lunch
near by.
July 9. The Central Hotel at which I stop
is a well appointed establishment.
From what I have seen I must agree with the
statement that travelling and hotel experiences
are on the whole less disagreeable and
less costly than in many other Euro-
pean countries. A large enclosure,
- a court about which the rooms are
arranged so as to enclose a com-
plete quadrangle is the rule. In this
hotel the enclosure is fitted as a
garden: and on fine days breakfast
is taken here - with a fine orchestra
accompanying by music.
My plans for the return home
make it absolutely essential that
I cut my present stay on the con-
tinent very short. I have finished
the special work for which I came
to Berlin and must return to England.
I understand there are missionaries of
our church in this city; but I have
not the addresses. Pres. Lund could
not find the address when I left

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Liverpool, and it has not reached me here,
as I had reason to hope it would do
could it be found; so I shall not
have the pleasure of meeting the
brethren.		Took mid-day train
to the west: - face turned homeward
though the journey is to be interupted.
Stopped a very short time at Hannover;
reached the sea board at Flushing
(Vlissingen) at <mid>night.	The land
journey was a pleasant one: many int-
eresting sights, - women working in
the fields, particularly amongst the
hay: whole flocks of geese at
pasture, geese and sheep often
herded together by one combined
shepherd, and gooseherd. milch cows
as beasts of burden; storks in the
fields and on the housetops. Near
the Dutch frontier, and at intervals
farther along, bleach fields were seen,
- Hollands spread out to whiten.
At Flushing, went aboard steam
packet "Prinz Wilhelm;" and soon started
after midnight on the channel trip.
July 10. A slightly boisterous passage.  Landed at
7.30 a. m.; immediately took train for
London reaching Hollow Station
at 9.  Took room at the Waverley
Temperance Hotel, off Cheapside, -

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July 10 - not alone within the sound but
(con.) under the very shadow of Bow Bells
- a true "cockney" residence. Went
at once to the rooms of the Royal
Microscopial Society where I found
mail matter awaiting me. Visited Jermyn
St. Museum, i.e. - the Museum of
Practical Geology. Went next to
Natural History Museum at South
Kensington; there enjoyed a long and profit-
able personal interview with Mr Fletcher
chief of the Mineral section, and Mr
Meyer his chief assistant. Through the
courtesy of these gentlemen, a piece
of Variscite from Utah was here cut
in sections for me. Paid a visit
to the brethren at 36 Penton St., in the
evening.
July 11. Spent forenoon in general, looking-
around. Took afternoon train at
Paddington station for Hungerford
Berks: arrived at destination between
3 and 4 p.m. Here I find myself once
again in the town of my birth. Was
fortunate to secure lodging ac-
commodations at the house of Mrs.
Breadmore a widow lady - and a
friend of Grandfather and Father.
Spent remaining part of afternoon,
and evening - late into the night in

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fact, calling upon and visiting with
friends - Wm Harris, our next door
neighbor for years; Richard Barnard
- an old pal of Fathers; Stephen Giles
etc. etc. I felt so thoroughly, and so
joyously at home in walking about
these streets, in threading the lanes
and following the water courses of my
boyhood haunts that I fancy myself
a child still. Indeed, when I met
Mr James Newhook, my old school
master, and still the ruling pedagogue
in the same old National School, I
could scarcely repress a request that
he favor me with a sound caning,
so as the more completely to realize
old sensations.
July 12. Time seems to be stopped in his work
of destruction and change hereabouts;
or at least his effects are reduced
to a minimum. The same old houses,
old shops, old bridges, old fences; nothing
new, nothing strange but the faces
of those whom I meet, - and many of
them are familiar. I hardly think
a sign board has been changed or even
renewed in its lettering, or a new coat
of paint put on the outside of
houses since I left. These points, though
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July 12. are not new discoveries - I was
 (con.) deeply impressed by them on my
visit here three years ago. Children's
conceptions must I think, exert a
magnifying effect on distance.
I remember many a long errand - wear-
ing in its duration; where now the
distance seems but trifling. Hills once
regarded as formidable are mere mounds.
	But though Time has dealt so gently
with places and things, he has not
spared the persons of old acquaintance.
Fresh crops of gray hairs have appeared since
last I was here; there are more feeble steps,
more halting carriages; there are many
more graves in the churchyard, vacancies
in homes, which on enquiry being made, are
announced or otherwise referred to with
tears and sobs. Thus it seems that the
human soul, - the one immortal entity, -
that which shall endure when all struct-
ures of earth have crumbled is for the
times most [--]table of all.
	Early in the day I commenced my
visits to friends: They receive me most
cordially, and seemingly are overjoyed to
learn of our well being. My desire to
realize once again the sensations of boyhood
days let me to go a fishing in the
canal. I chose the same nooks as of old,

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		and scrupulously followed the orthodox rules
		of baiting and throwing. I had rather better
		luck than of yore, – got sufficient fish
		for breakfast at the boarding house.
		In the evening I met Brother Michael
		Gibbs, – an old friend; and I believe the 
		only professed Latter day Saint resident
		here. Since I last saw him he has been
		bereft of his wife, and seems crushed by the
		sorrow. He is very desirous of reaching
		Utah.
July 13. 	Visits and calls again occupied the
		greater part of the day. Took a long walk
		however, into the fields, and the woods, with
		every nook and tree in which I seemed
		to be familiar. Took a meal – "afternoon
		tea" as here called, with Richard Bar-
		nard and family.  In the evening, by pre-
		vious appointment I met Mr. Newhook,
		the schoolmaster of old as of present
		days, at the church, and accompanied
		him on a pleasant walk; then went
		to his home, and had supper. A long
		conversation with him and his family
		followed; and it proved to be after mid-
		night when I left. I was pleased to
		meet the Vicar of the church here, Mr
		Anstire, – the incumbent of the same
		episcopal office when I attended school
		here.

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July 14. Took early morning conveyance, - carrier's 
cart , - for Ramsbury. The ride along such
familiar roads was of stirring interest
to me.  At Ramsbury I met many rela-
tives and friends. Uncle John Talmage,
is very feeble, though he is loath to
confess the fact; he insists that he is
to live to complete his century of life. His
children, - Cousins Jessie, Tobias, and families,
and Cousin Annie <Talmage> (still unmarried) are near
him and well. Cousin Ada (deceased Uncle
William's daughter, - now Mrs Rosier), her
husband, and family are well; they are
living in our old home. Cousin Annie
Hacker (now Mrs Pullin) is well; as are
also her husband and family: by their
courteous invitation, I stayed at night
at their home. A great number of friends
called to see me, or I called upon them
during the day. A keen pleasure came to
me in meeting again some of my old time
schoolmates : Harry Lawrence - who
pleasantly reminded me of the rivalry
once encouraged between us in school,
is at home, - working as a grocer's clerk. 
Thomas Orchard has just received the
appointment, though he has not yet as-
sumed the office of schoolmaster at
the school where once we st[---] in
class together. Frank Carter, another

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intimate school acquaintance is now an
excise officer.  I took time to stroll
out from the town through the lanes, and
woods, and fields as of old, - to the Half
Way House, to Crowood, Knighton and Whitton-
ditch.	Spent an hour in the churchyard
and found several tombstone inscriptions of
value in our genealogical compilations.
So many friends came to see me: so many
questions asked and answered, so much to
talk about, that when at least on my
earnest request I was released to retire
it was 1.30 tomorrow morning.
July 15. I did not consider myself desecrating
the sabbath by going to visit friends
today: - particularly as they are friends
and relatives concerning whom Mother at
home is very anxious to learn, and as
my time here is necessarily so brief. Cousin
Tobias Talmage took his "horse and trap"
(really a heavy lumbering cart, and a
most diminuitive pony) and conducted
me to Lambourne; thence round through
the Woodlands to Hungerford. At Lambourne
I called on Mrs. Mary Blurring - now a [---]
my mother's full sister; and then on
Mrs. Sarah Greene, who is Mother's half-
sister: she with her husband are living
near Lambourne -- at Boghampton Farm.
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July 15. (cont.) I visited with them together. They are very
much pleased to see me; and send many
kind messages home. I learn from them
of the whereabouts of other Uncles and
Aunts. In the Woodlands I called on
Mrs. Sarah Bew: - Aunt Julia Howe's sister.
At Hungerford lodged as usual at Mrs.
Breadmore's house. This lady is an old
friend of both father and grandfather;
she is  quiet retiring woman; al-
most super-religious; we have psalms
and other scriptures regularly at break-
fast. She seems to be very favorably
impressed with the principle of the
Latter day Saint belief, as far as she
has learned such.
July 16. Left Hungerford by early train goingfirst to Marlbourough; thence to a
neighboring village - Ogbourne St.
George when a part of Aunt
Julia Howe's family once lived. My
purpose in this visit is to find if
possible certain genealogical infor-
mation for Aunt Julia. I was happy
to find after due enquiry a living "Cruse"
- a descendant of the Cruses con-
cerning whom the information is
desired. Visited churchyard and copied
inscriptions from the tomb of the
Cruse family. Visited vicarage, in

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the hope of gaining access to the
parrish register; but the vicar was
away, and so I could not realize
that hope. However, the gentleman's
daughter gave every assurance
that the records would be searched,
and the facts be duly reported if as -
curtained.    In the afternoon went
on to Swindon;- my main object
being to call on Professor Maskelyne
of Oxford University, who urged upon
me so to do; I have with me a specimen
of a particular aluminum phosphate
from Utah (see June 19. 1894 p. 175) about
which some discussion has already
arisen. At Swindon, I ascertained
that Prof. Maskelyne's residence is
situated several miles off; and that
the probabilities were the Professor
was not at home. These inconven-
iences and uncertainties, coupled with
the hindrance of a very rainy day
decided to to return at once to
London, which I did by evening
train via Andover (London and
South Western Ry.). Took room
at former place of lodging - 12
South Crescent, Alfred Place, Bedford
Square. I prefer private lodgings to
hotels.

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July 17. 	Early visit to 36 Penton St., where
		I met a number of elders. After
		an hour in conversation with
		them I visited South Kensington
		Museum of Natural History: presented
		to the Mineralogical Dept., specimen
		of variscite from Utah. Through the
		courtesy of the officials there I
		secured a set of printed labels for
		our Museum at home. Then went
		to Kew, there visiting the fine
		Botanic Gardens. Those spacious
		grounds, magnificent conservatories
		and museums might well claim weeks
		of a visitor's time. Called on Prof.
		Church, Shellsley Gardens Kew; this
		gentleman has made the investigation
		of phosphates among minerals a specialty.
		In the evening I attended a perform-
		ance at the Lyceum Theatre, and
		witnessed a rendition of Lord Tennyson's
		historical drama "Becket"; with Henry
		Irving and Miss Ellen Terry in the leading
		parts. I am not a reliable nor a
		thorough critic of actors and actresses,
		but I cannot refrain from admiring
		the art that can bring out such a
		rendition of a young woman's part as
		Miss Terry gave of "Fair Rosamund"
		when the performer is already old.

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July 18. Part of the forenoon was spent with
the brethren at the Conference
office talking over points of
Church doctrine. Called on Mr Putton
a mineralogist, - a pleasant and
profitable meeting. Most of the
afternoon was put in at the rooms
of the Royal Microscopical Society.
" 19. The whole morning spent at the
Museum of Practical Geology, Jer-
myn St. Mr Rudler, the curator
devoted hours to an explanation of
the exhibits, discussion to with me.
Spent a short time at the rooms
of the Geological Society, Burling-
ton House; then visited the Royal
Academy of Arts and saw the
universe collection of modern pic-
tures there preserved.	Called on
Mr Holding, and Mr Reynolds - relatives
of friends at home, for final messages
before I depart.  In the afternoon
visited the Egyptian Hall, Picadilly, 
and enjoyed a brief entertainment
- song, music, recitation and
anecdote: - a most pleasing affair
devoid of the glitter and excitement
of the theatre performances and
variety programs. In the evening
I visited our Conference house, and

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July 19 (con.) attended the week-day evening
meeting of the North London branch
of the Church. Several elders were
in from Cheltenham in Wilts. A few
brief testimonies were borne; then by
request of the presiding officers
I spoke during the remainder
of the evening session.
" 20. - Took morning train to Bentley,
Suffolk, bent on genealogical research.
According to all genealogists who
have examined the matter the "Talmage"
family is connected with the old
"Tolbmache" families, where descent
can be traced from the time of William
the Conqueror. Records in the British
Museum Library give Bentley as one
of the oldest family seats. Arriving
at the little village I immediately re-
paired to the churchyard and made
a close examination of the legible
tomb inscriptions, without finding a
single reference to the "Tollermaches" or
other related branch. Inside the church,
however, within the choir enclosure,
I saw their black marble slabs with
inscriptions, chronicling the burial
of Tollemache Duke, died 16 Sept. 1690,
aged 34 years; and  his son, Tollemache,
who died in 1713, aged 23. These are

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the only burial stones within the church.
Calling at the parsonage I met the
Vicar, who assured me that the
parish records contain absolutely
no entries under the names of our
family, except the entries of the
two "Tollemache Dukes" as found in
the church. No families  in the
parish; but Lord Tollemache owns
certain woodlands in the neighbor-
hood.  I next visited the neighboring
village of Tattentown, where I founda Mr Fulcher acting as agent to
Lord Tollemache. From him I learned
that "his lordship" is at present away;
indeed he is seldom in this part of
the country and at present is sup-
posed to be abroad.  A family
estate is still kept up at Helming-
ham, Suffolk, but at this season
it is usually unoccupied by the
family. Obtained the address of 
a relative of Lord Tollemache, now
living at Ipswich.		This informa-
tion opens to me an avenue of
research for the future: circumstan-
ces do not promise much at present.
	Returned to London by evening train;
greatly encouraged by the day's work.

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1894

July 21. 	Spent most of the day visiting,
		with the brethren at the Church
		Office, and other friends.
July 22.	Sunday. Attended morning service
		at the episcopal church of "St. Mar
		tins-in-the fields" – a name sug-
		gestive of  country freedom, of flowers
		and meadows; of singing birds and cattle
		at home: the church, however stands
		on Trafalgar Square; In afternoon I at-
		tended the testimony and sacrament
		meeting at the conference house. By
		invitation Bros. Morris and Owen, and
		myself took "tea" at the house of
		Sister Jennings;– a faithful woman  very
		earnest in her professions: her husband
		is favorable to our people, but has not
		identified himself with us. Attended
		evening meeting: Bro. J. D. Owen's who has
		recently been released from his missionary
		work made his farewell address, after
		which I was called on to occupy the
		rest of the time in speaking. By
		request of Sister Francis, a few of us
		took supper with herself and family; and
		had a very pleasant evening.
		_____________________________________
			This fills the book constituting Vol. VII
		of my Journal; it covers the period frm March 8
		1893 to this date inclusive. 	 J.E. Talmage
					    				London.

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8

			Private Journal
			   Volume VIII
	July 23, 1894
				December 31 1895

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PARKINS & GOTTO.
ACCOUNT BOOK MAKERS,
54 TO 62, OXFORD ST, W.

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Private Journal,
		Volume VIII
Commenced: - 
		July 23, 1894.
			at
	     London, England:  Ended:- December 31, 1895
		Salt Lake City,	
					Utah.


		J.E. Talmage

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Jas. E. Talmage's
	Private Journal
	Volume 8.
	    1894
		July. 23.
On this day I open a new 
book in my personal record.
I find myself in the great
metropolis of London, where
I have tarried for a short time,
in the course of a journey on
which I started May 20 "last
leaving my home in Salt Lake
City, Utah, U.S.A., and start-
ing eastward. 
	Spent the early part of
this day at the Museum
of Practical Geology. Jemyn
St., where I was made the

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July 23: (con.)						18
recipient of many courtesies
and favors at the hands of
the officers. In company with
several of the brethren from
the Church office, 36 Penton
St., I visited and crossed the
new bridge - Tower Bridge
over the Thames; - it is a
wonderful piece of construction
I have lived in hopes of sailing
homeward before this time but
a letter from Apostle Arthur
H. Lund, - President of the
European mission conveys the
wish that I go by the vessel
carring a company of saints
and sailing on Thursday next,
(the 26 inst.) Though disappoint-
ed in starting home, I see
in the delay a chance to
visit a spot of great inter-
est to me - the island of 
Staffa. To accomplish this,
I took evening train to Liver-
pool: friend Pres. Lund at

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the Church office, - 42 Islington,
he repeated his desire, - often
expressed to me before, to visit
Staffa also; so we took
midnight train for Oban
Scotland.  The departure was
a hurried one; indeed but for
the kind of help of several
of the elders I could not have
gone. Had to leave the pack-
ing of my trunk for others
to attend to.
		July 24.
	Pioneer day at home. Pres.
Lund and I reached Stirling
by 6. a. m; here we stayed an
hour and a half, during which
interval we were able to visit
a few points of interest in
that historic town. Finding
that the train service would
not bring us to Oban in time
to take today's steamer for
Staffa we stopped at Loch
Awe. The ride through the

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July 24.  
                           18

Trossachs region was enchanting
- mountain and moor; hill and
glen, lake, river, and forest,
heather and flowers, fertile
spots and barren rocks, blend
to produce an effect not
often realized.  At Loch Awe
we spent hours climbing
the hills, running through
the woods, chatting by the
side of mountain streams; -
the scenery, the freshness, and
the associations almost made
me feel that for once again
I was celebrating the 24" of July
at home. But many (and
those most essential) elements
of home were missing, - Wife
and Sons were not by my side;
and to them my thoughts turn:
for them my heart leaps, and
at times tears will rise. May
the Lord continue his gracious
protection over them.    Pres.
Lund and I took steamer to

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a small village, a few miles
down the loch;- a very enjoy-
able ride. The Scottish lochs
seem to be types of rest-
fulness and beauty. The waters
lack, however, the beautiful
azure of the Swiss lakes; here
the lochs are brown from the
bog soil through which
the supply streams flow.
Resumed travel by evening
train to Oban; took room
at Mac Pherson's Temperance
Hotel. Oban is a quiet, cleanly,
picturesque place; the town
seems to possess no visible
means of support except the
tourist trade.
		July 25
Took morning steamer,  the
Grenadier - for a town by
Staffa and Iona; this carries
no entirely round the Isle of 
Mull. The many islands
amongst which the steamer

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July 25.     
     18
threads her way, all one as-
sociated with legend or historic
fact of interest. Ruins of
castles are passed, monuments
are seen in several prominent
points, concerning which
guides and guide books have
queer stories to tell. But in
these tales of man's works and
wrongs, I have less interest
than in the works of Nature,
here exhibited in such beauty.
We reached the little isle
of Staffa about noon; this
marks the chief point of
my pilgrimage. Though
a fierce rain storm was in
procress we were able to
land on the cliffs, and
clamber about the sides
of the cave. Fingal's Cave
is everywhere known as the
most striking and wonderful
formation of the kind reported.
Some of the basalt columns

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are 10 and even 12 feet in circum-
ference. They are generally nor-
mal to the water's surface,
and are disposed with great
regularity. A heavy roof of
comparatively amorphous basalt
surmounts the columns; but
even in such an incipient
columnar structure is
apparent. Approaching the
entrance from the sea, the
sloping edges of this roof
structure suggest the eaves
of a monstrous habitation. Yet
I find no cause to warrant
even serious consideration of
the theory that Fingal's Cave
is the work of man: because
of its regularity, its beauty and
grandeur some have thought
that it must have been
made by human, not by divine
agencies. In these very features
one may see the divine hand.
(For details, see field notebook.)

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July 25.				
			18
The basaltic formation abounds
in the neighborhood: there seems
reason to believe the foundation
here continuous with that
at the Giant's Causeway in
Ireland. At Staffa, the pillars
are more numerous, more
massive yet less regular than
at the Causeway.   Returning
to the ship we passed onward
to Iona: when we landed, and
under the guidance of a
resident "talker" we were
taken to the churches, crosses,
tombs etc. for which the isle
is noted. Many and weird
are the stories of past con-
flict spiritual and physical.
Within the walls of the
old Abbey sheep now pasture.
	Beside the prevailing basalt,
Iona possesses much granite,
gneiss, limestone, etc. 
	Reached Oban at 6 p.m.,
and took train at once few

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			.
Glasgow, arriving at 11 p.m. Pres.
Lund repaired at once to the
Conference House - 130 Barack
St. I took room at the Bath
Hotel.
		July 26
This is the day set for my
sailing westward. Spent
early part of the day in
letter writing, and other prep-
arations for departure. At
2 pm, in company with Pres Lund
and several of the elders went
to Stobcross Quay, and boarded
the Anchor Line Steamer
"Ethiopia" At 4 p. m. on left
<Bro. Lund returning to Liverpool.
dock; I sail by this boat
purely from my regard to the
counsels of the priesthood:
There are professional duties
and still more urgent domestic
responsibilities which make my
speedy return home most
desirable; indeed when I
left on this journey, I fully

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July 26.     
               18
expected to be back before July
had passed. Two weeks ago,
made application to our Liver-
pool Church emigration
office for an early homeward
passage: and learning that
fast boats would sail last
Saturday (July 21) I asked that
a berth be engaged for
that time. Word reached me
when too late that a mistake
had been made in the date
of departure of the "Umbia"
(Cunard steamer) upon which
I had wished to sail: she
had already sailed. The
"Britanic" (a White Stan boat)
a fast traveler was adver-
tized to leave Liverpool yes-
terday, and I asked for pas-
sage thereon, but Pres. Lund
counseled and requested me
to take passage on the "Ethiopia"
sailing today; she is a very
slow boat, and will hinder

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my return home all the more.
Pres Lund's principal reasons are
these: - Since the suspension
of the Gwin company's traffic,
our people have had no
regular line for transatlantic
travel, until now negotiations
have been concluded with the
Anchor line for emigrant
and missionary transportation.
The "Ethiopia" leaves today with
the first company shipped
under this contract: returning
elders and emigrants go to-
gether as second cabin pas-
sengers, and the President
wished me to take saloon pas-
sage and so represent our
company at that end of
the ship. Secondly, having
made acquaintance with the
Anchor line officials, it was
thought best that we give them
all the custom possible. I
made Pres. Lund acquainted

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July 26.		
		18
with my reasons for wishing
a speedy return; but he prom-
ised me blessings, and assured
me that all would be well
through my waiting patiently
for transportation by this
bout. 	There are on board,
eleven returning elders, beside
myself, and fifty-four immigrant
saints, (including children) making
in all 66 souls of our people.
Elder Anderson of Logan
is in charge of the company.
	The sail down the Clyde
was an interesting experience;
the din of the hammers
along the ship-building
docks made impressive
music. Many a huge vessel
was seen in course of construction
some nearing completion; others
looking like skeletons, mere
outlines of what is to be.
	At the mouth of the
Clyde a cannon salute was

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fired and rockets sent up from
our deck - a requirement I
am told, under law, to dem-
onstrate, before the ship clears
port, that she is prepared
to make signals of distress
should occasion require. Land
was in sight as darkness
gathered.
	The "Ethiopia" is much
smaller, and less commodious
than the "Alaska" or the
"Arizona"; but there are comforts
enough. There are comparatively
few passengers; - only about 40
in the first cabin, so that
the disagreeable features of
overcrowding need not be
feared. Through the courtesy
of the passenger officials
I have a stable room to
myself - pleasantly situated,
outside; No 19. Conditions promise
a pleasant voyage should sea-
sickness be escaped.

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		July 27
Land in sight this morning, -
- the coast of Ireland. Come
to anchor at 7 a.m. in Moville
Bay. We were notified that the
vessel would remain here till
afternoon, so a number of
passengers went ashore. I was
among them. Enjoyed pleasant
walk about Moville: then
we took jaunting cars, and
rode out to Greencastle - a
fine old ruin, nearly three miles
from Mobville. Returned to the
vessel before noon. I am par-
ticularly impressed by the
great numbers and wide
variety of singing birds
kept in captivity in British
homes. Canaries, linnets, black-
birds, thrushes, and finches
are particularly common: and
for every one of the pretty
prisoners I have a sincere
sympathy; but more than all

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for the skylark, which I
have seen caged so often.
This little creature is born to
sing as it rises; the emo-
tions of soaring are essential
to its song: and when it
warbles within bars, it does
so with fluttering wings
and trembling bosom as if
about to burst with anxiety
to rise into freedom.
	Day's voyage was pleasant,
and prosperous; passed Insta-
hull - from which point
reckoning of passage time
is made, at 3.20 p. m.
    ———July 28.———
Pleasant day: good progress:
fair weather. The company
of elders and emigrant
saints remain well. Captain
Wilson of the "Ethiopia" is a
very sociable gentleman:
so unlike most other
ship commanders whom

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I have met. He makes special
effort to please the passen-
gers, and devotes special
attention to a few, and those
usually of the fair sex.
In the salon my place has
been made at the Captain's
table; and he seems very
willing to cultivate a 
somewhat familiar
acquaintance.
   ____July 29. Sunday___
No service held, though an
announcement to the contrary
had been made. We were in-
formed that the failure was
due to the fact that a
certain minister aboard at
first consented, and then
declined to officiate.
Toward night, "dirty weather"
came on: fog, rain, choppy
seas; and of course seasickness
for me, and for a few of my
fellow voyagers.

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July 30.
	Fair weather: very
cold: good progress. Our
captain seems to have less
to do in the actual navigat-
ing of the vessel than I 
hae ever conceived as
possible with the chief
of a ship's men. He is in
the calm, or the draining
room, or a promenading the
deck with lady passengers,
fully three quarters of the
waking hours. Yet I sup-
pose all caution is exercised,
though some of the passen-
gers are disturbed. This vessel
has met with many mis-
haps in crossing the
water already; and on her
last eastward voyage col-
lided with an iceberg, through
which mishap, she has
been detained in dock sev-
eral weeks.

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July 31. Fair weather. During
the afternoon the vessel was
surrounded by brownish ob-
jects resembling branches of
sea weed of varying sizes;
closer examination showed
the objects to be jelly fishes,
or Medusae, in active loco-
motion. The beautiful creatures
increased in numbers until
late into the night. After
dark they were seen to
be beautifully luminous
particularly when in dis-
turbed water. In the vessel's
wake hundreds of these
lamps of the ocean
could be seen at one
glance, some of them but
twinklng stars, others
like moons in comparison.
Many carried a beautiful
purple halo; and in the
case of the brightest, even
the tentacles could be seen

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from the vessel's deck.
These are the whale's food.
  August 1.
		Heavy fog during
most of day: cold. Toward
evening the fog suddenly
lifted, and revealed a huge
iceberg, a very few miles
(about 3 the Captain stated)
to the south of us. We had
an excellent view of the
quiescent but threatening
monster. In an hour
the fog was as thick as
ever; and judging from
the disturbed state of
feeling among many
of the passengers, ift
would have been better for
their piece of mind had
the fog not risen and
revealed the berg. The sight
of the ice made many keenly
sensitive to danger. Vessel
ran at reduced speed most
of the evening.

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	——Aug. 2——
An instance of reason weaken-
ing as fright or fear increases;-
As the fog thickened during
the night, the vessel's speed
was decreased; and at inter-
vals the ship was stopped.
At even change in the pulsa-
tions of the engines anxiety
found strong expression among
the fearful, and when the
vessel came to a stand still,
- the safest condition possible
under the circumstances, many
of the passengers rushed on
deck in panic. So the steward
informed me this morning.
	A very open and fair morning:
sunshine and smooth sea.
Surprised at the rapidity with
which we may become en-
veloped in fog. Seeing a bank
ahead, I noted time and found
that in less than 1½ minutes we
passed from unobstructed sun-

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shine into dense mists such
as to make the fog horn
necessary. Luminous medusae
again visible.
	— Aug. 3 —
Alternation of fogs and bright
sunshine: but quiet sea con-
tinued most of day. 	Life boat
drill among the crew during
afternoon. Boats were swung
out, and partly lowered.
[The following is written in left margin next to above paragraph]
See Aug. 7, 1894.
	— Aug. 4 —
Seaweed abundant: Sargasso
sea. Captain Wilson explained
this as almost constant in
this latitude in neighborhood
of Gulf Stream. Heavy sea
toward nightfall.
	— Aug. 5. — Sunday.
At noon we were in Lat. 40.45 N.
Long. 69.38 W., - only 194 Mls. from
Sandy Hook Light Ship. Took
Pilot on board at 12.30: - with
usual excitement among pas-
sengers who had made wagers on

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the circumstance. At intervals 
between 12 m. and 2 p.m. we passed
several large pieces of wreck-
age, – one, the largest seen, 
being part of a schooner's mid
parts – stairs, floor etc, being
visible. Pilot explained that
a brig was run down by a
steamer but a short time
ago: and the wreck has been
blown up.
	Divine service was held by
a minister from among the
passengers, – at 11. a.m. He is
presumably a Methodist. Col-
lection in aid of Seaman's Home.
	During afternoon, by invitation
of the Captain, and chief
engineer, I went down into
the engine room, and watched
the pulsations of the great
heart of the floating Ethiopia.
Then still farther down, in
darkness and heat, till we
emerged in the glare of

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the furnaces – 16 in all: These
fiery mouths are being con-
stantly fed. For slow travel
this vessel consumes about 60 tons
of coal per day: to increase
her speed but 3 knots per hour
above the average, requires a
duble consumption of coal.
	Soundings were taken at
intervals during the day. The
sounding "lead," – really a
heavy bob of [---], is provided
with a ball of soap, in which
specimens of the loose material
of the bottom are brought up.
Depth is determined by the
pressure of the water: and this
is ascertained by Lord Kelvin's
sounding apparatus, – a glass
tube sealed at one end, and coated
with Silver chromate. As far as
the water penetrates the silver
chromate is changed to silver
chloride, and the red color of the
former salt so destroyed. A

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	guage is applied to the tube after
	sounding and the depth so
	read off at once.
	Sunday night. For wind and
	weather and fair sea, this has
	been one of the most pleasant
days during the voyage. The sunset
	tonight was gorgeous, the cloud
	effects superb: they reminded
	me of such phenomena at home,
	The captain informs us that we
	may expect to reach New York
	early tomorrow morning: so that
	we have but few waking
	hours left us on the "Ethiopia"
	should these expectations be
	realized. I have fully realized
	Pres. Lund's promise that the
	journey across the deep
	should be pleasant to me;
	indeed I have never experienced
	greater contentment, and truer
	rest than during the sea
	journey now nearing its close.
	The captain and his officers

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have shown me many favors
and their aid has been liberal
and prompt in any experiment
or observation which I have ex-
pressed a desire to make. This
peaceful state of mind is the
more marked in view of my
belated condition, and the anxiety
with which I have tried to hasten
my return. I have before recorded
that matters of great concern
at home make it necessary that
I lose no time in hastening
there. May the Lord grant that
the second part of Pres. Lund's
assurance may be realized and
that all prove to be well
at home. I look most eagerly
for word at New York – news
of the welfare of wife and
children; as also of other loved
ones. I aim to take earliest
train for home: and to make
but few stops on the way. May
my land journey toward the west be
speedy and prosperous!

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Anchor Line <American> Mail Steamships.

TRACK CHART
[A picture of a ship]

THE "ANCHOR LINE" FLEET.
[Column 1]
					Tons
ALEXANDRIA,	-	2017
ALSATIA,	-	-	2810
ALGERIA,	-	-	4510
ANCHORIA,		-	4167
ARABIA,	-	-	3544
ARMENIA,	-	-	3395
ASIA,	-	-	-	3560
ASSYRIA,	-	-	2022
AUSTRALIA		-	3287
BELGRAVIA,	-	4976
BOHEMIA,	-	-	3190
BOLIVIA,	-	-	4050

[Column 2]
					Tons
BRITANNIA,		-	3069
CALEDONIA,	-	2151
CALIFORNIA,	-	3410
CIRCASSIA,		-	4272
CITY OF ROME,		8144
COLUMBIA,	-	-	2029
DALMATIA,		-	3900
DEVONIA,	-	-	4270
ELYSIA,	-	-	-	2713
ETHIOPIA,	-	-	4004
FURNESSIA,		-	5495

[Column 3]
					Tons
HESPERIA,	-	-	3037
HISPANIA,	-	-	3380
INDIA,	-	-	-	2476
ITALIA,	-	-	-	2248
KARAMANIA,	-	3148
NUBIA,	-	-	-	3551
OLYMPIA,	-	-	2051
PERSIA,		-	-	3547
SCINDIA,	-	-	3287
SCOTIA,	-	-	-	3260
VICTORIA,	-	-	3358

N. Adshead & Sen. Glasgow

[The following is written sideways in left margin]
Drafts on the European Offices of Messrs. HENDERSON BROTHERS, payable on demand, for any amount, can be obtained, free of charge, at the principal
Agencies of the Anchor Line throughout America. Similar Drafts on New York can be had at any of the European Offices of Messrs. HENDERSON BROS.

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[Steam Line map shown, see next page]

Anchor Line Steam Ships.

S.S. Ethiopia
From Glasgow to New York
DATE.	LATITUDE.	LONGITUDE.	COURSE.	DISTANCE.
1894
July 27	Passed Innistrahull 4.15 p.m. <※>
"	28	55°.91'		14°.29'			S. 86 W.		249 miles.
"	29	54.40		22.56			S. 84 W.		292 "
"	30	53.37		31.7				S. 78 W		296 "
"	31	51.37		38.13			S. 65 W.		285 "
Aug. 1	49.35		45.5				S. 65 W.		289 "
"	2	47.00		50.35			S. 55 W.		270 "
"	3	44.11		56.49			S. 57 W.		310 "
"	4	42.06		63.28			S. 69 W.		322 "
"	5	40.[-]5		69.38			S. 74 W.		290 "
"	5	Noon: - Distance from Sandy
		Hook Lightship, 194 Miles

				John Wilson R.N.R.
					Commander.

Reached Sandy Hook. August
6" at 8.30 a.m.

※July 28, Noon: - 249 miles from
	Innistrahull.

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[Map of the Atlantic Ocean labeled ""ANCHOR LINE" TRACK CHART OF THE ATLANTIC OCEAN." with the following notes on a line drawn from New York to Glasgow]			
5 290	4 322	3 310	2 270	1 289	31 285	30 296	29 292	28 249

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	——Aug. 6——
	Passed quarantine at Sandy
Hook before 9 a.m.; landed
two hours later. Passed custom
House, and was at St. Denis
Hotel enquiring for letters
before noon. Among the com-
munications awaiting me
were two from home, latest
dated July 28, giving informa-
tion that both Sterling and
Paul had been seriously ill,
– summer complaint, fever,
and ulcerated throat. I see in
the letter Wife's anxiety that
I should hasten home. In view
of such and of the farther
fact that I am already
much belated, I set aside my
plan of devoting a day or
so to professional business
here, and determined to start
for home at once. Telegraphed
home, asking that a reply
meet me at Chicago. Took

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evening train via New York
Central and Hudson River Ry;
Beautiful scenery; majestic 
river, imposing Catskill mount-
ains to the west, and towns 
of note. 
	____Aug. 7____
Reached Buffalo early morning;
took Michigan Central Ry. in
order to reach Niagara Falls. 
When arranging for this
route, - before leaving home,
I indulged the hope of being able
to spend a day or two at the 
Falls, but I feel now that I am
not justified in delaying a day.
In the interval of long delay of 
trains, I was able to feast my
sight on the great cataract
from many points of view. Excel-
lent view of the gorge, with
liverstone table rock, and softer
under strata of shale. Returned
to the train well satisfied with 
my short visit; and found later

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other opportunities of observation
Crossing the Suspension Bridge
we had a superb full view of
Falls; then the train stopped
at Falls View – on upper level
opposite the very edge of the
cataract. Rapids are fierce,
and the water volume colossal;
yet the motion of the torrent
impresses one by its slowness, and
its consequent majesty. The
mighty stream sweeps over the
table edge with stately ease.
Vast clouds of vapor rise from
the precipitated torrent, like
steam at the moment of its
condensation. I would count the
time and effort well spent, were
none of the rigid requirements of
duty neglected thereby, did I make
a pilgrimage across the
continent to gaze for an hour
upon Niagara. This phenomena
has none of the imperfections of
human handiwork; it is the

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              18

labor of Deity. Crossing into
Canada at the Falls, and later,
returning into the United States
at Detroit, the formality of Customs
examination was enacted. Between
Windsor and Detroit, the train
was transported bodily on the ferry.
Train reached Chicago at 9.20:–
much belated. I hastened to the
Palmer House, there found tele-
gram from Maia, as follows;–
	"Daughter arrived August
3rd; both doing nicely: boys are
well:"	This information
caused me to leap for joy; but
that feeling of tumultuous pleasure
gave way to one of quiet thank-
fulness and earnest hope. This
event explains the "domestic
circumstances" to which I have
referred on preceeding pages, as
hastening my return. Great in-
deed are the blessings of God to
our house: once again and this
for the third time, the wife

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given me of heaven has brought 
to our home a child, from the
world of innocence and purity to
aid us in our life's work. May 
the peace of God attend her: -
she is now, according to past 
experiences, in the period of
greatest suffering, but I trust 
the Mercy of the Father for
her safety. 
	Five minutes after reading
the telegram, I had summoned 
a conveyance, and much to the
surprise of the hotel clerks, left
more precipitately than I had arrived. 
Boarded Chicago and North Western
express, three minutes before the
train pulled out for Council Bluffs.
This has been to me a day of
great emotions. I have gazed
upon one of the greatest works 
of God in the realm of natural
phenomena; and I have received
tidings of great joy from home. 
I write these lines (in pocket

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diary; afterward transcribed
here) whilst travelling westward
at the rate of 50 miles per hour
toward the home where abide
my greatest earthly treasures;
yet my heart and hopes are ahead
of the train. My emotions are
inexpressible in aught but the
language of prayer; and in that
sacred form of speech I can ex-
press myself at all, not through
skill of tongue, but because
the heart may speak, though
no word of lip be uttered.
		—Aug. 8.—
So it seems that I have been
the father of a daughter, four
days before I knew of the event.
Regarding children as the choice
gifts of God, we feel to receive
them as they come with rev-
erence and gratitude, and I
strive to check any tendency
toward specification of sex in
my expectations. Yet I yearned for

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a son as our firstborn: and this
hope was gratified though a
daughter would have been welcome,
and when a second boy was born
our joy was heightened and then
I longed for a daughter.
	At 1 p.m. reached Council Bluffs.
Telegraphed home. Left at 1:30 on
Union Pacific "Overland Flyer."
		—August 9.—
Western scenery is gratifying; snow
clad mountains visible this
early morning.    Reaching Laramiebetween 8 and 9 a.m., found there
telegram from Maia, reporting that
all were well. Arrived at
Ogden soon after midnight.
	   —August. 10—
Home at 3.30 a.m. To my
great joy I found Maia in ex-
cellent health considering the
serious ordeal through which
she has so recently passed. As
is usual with her, she has
endured much suffering: but

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Aug. 10.       	 
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seems to have survived all with
promise of full recovery. Our 
daughter appears to be a 
healthy, well formed child, and
she brings to her parents
emotions of joy almost in-
expressible. Our boys seem to 
have thouroughly recovered from
their recent illness: and on the
whole I find all in good health.
In the afternoon we gave the
daughter a parents' blessing
by the power of the holy
 priesthood, and bestowed upon
her a name. She is to be 
known by the name Zella;
- a name chosen in remembrance 
of a sainted soul who bore it 
before. 
	____Aug. 11____
Spent part of day in office: re-
suming business. Attended
Prayer Circle at Temple in evening,
and by call addressed the assembled
brethren. I am grateful to be again

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permitted to enter the House
of God.
	   —Aug. 12.—	Sunday.
Spend whole day at home with 
wife and children.
	   —Aug 17—
A week has elapsed since my
return home: time has been
spent in Museum and University
labors. Wife, baby, and boys
are progressing well. Have
had a short interview with the
presidency a few days ago and
today —18—a more extended interview,
in which I made report of
my journey, and received their
expressions of approval and
commendation.
		—18"—
Long interview with the Pres-
idency, in which I asked
them to consider the wisdom
of issuing a letter to the Church
announcing the closing of
the Church University, and

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Aug. 18.	  
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bespeaking the support of
the people for the University 
of Utah. No official announce-
ment of the change has as
yet been promulgated; and the 
promise of the Presidency when
I accepted my present position
in the University was that the
moral and material support
of the Church should be given.
The Brethren readily acquiesced
in my suggestion, and before
I left the office a letter
was prepared and sent to the
press. The document appeared
over the names of the full
Presidency in the "Deseret News"
tonight.
	This day marked the funeral
of Elder John Morgan, one of the
Council of Seventies. I attended part
of the service - held at the
Assembly Hall. He was a
great and a talented man: and
his departure was a loss to us.

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	—Aug. 19— Sunday.
At the Tabernacle service
today Dr Hinsdale of the
University of Michigan, who
has been in Provo delivering
a course of lectures at the
Summer School, addressed the
congregation, on the subject of
"Primordial Educational Elements".
	   —Aug. 20—
Most of the forenoon spent with
Dr Hinsdale who visited the
University buildings and other
places of interest.
		Aug. 22.
Went to Manti, according to
previous agreement with my
friend Prof. J. M. Tanner, who is
there conducting a Summer
school. Arriving at 8 p.m. I found
that a lecture had been appoint-
ed for me at the Tabernacle
half an hour later. Addressed a
very large audience on "The
value of a higher education."

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		—Aug. 23—
Delivered morning and afternoon
lectures before the Joint County
Teacher's Institute, - held in
connection with the Summer
School proper; subjects:—
"Methodical study", and
"Hygiene for teachers". This day
marked the close of the Summer
School work: and from what I
can judge it has been a most
successful institution. Acting
in accordance with appoint-
ments made for me before I came
south, I went to Ephraim
this evening, in care of Bishop
Charles Dorins, and there ad-
dressed a large gathering in,
the Tabernacle, subject:–Higher
education and its value."
Stayed at the residence of Bro.
Dorins, the Bishop.
	I began the active duties
of this very busy day, by
visiting the Temple at Manti.

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through invitation, and attended 
the opening exercises. By
request I addressed the congrega-
tion for a short time. Am
ever grateful for the privilege of
entering the house of God.
	____Aug. 24____
Through the kindness of Bp.
Dorins I was able to make
a short run to the hills near
Ephraim, on geological search.
The Bishop accommodated <panied> me,
and having good riding horses
we were able to cover a consid-
erable distance in short 
time. Returned to Salt Lake
City, afternoon train.
	____Aug. 25____
Evening Prayer Circle in
Temple. By appointment I
officiated at the altar.
	____Aug. 26.___ Sunday
Usual meetings. Attended morning
Sunday School, and evening meeting
in our own ward: and by direction

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took part in the addresses
on both occasions.
	—September 2— Sunday.
Went to Lake View by morning
train to visit Father and Mother.
My brother Albert and our two
boys accompanied me. Found all
family well on the farm. Sisters
Polly and Sarah, each with her
children, added to the pleasures
of the reunion.
	   —Sept. 2—
Paul and self returned home
today, leaving Sterling with his
grandparents.
	   —Sept. 5—
Went to Brigham City by
evening train, and there
delivered a lecture subject
"Higher Education" under
the auspices of the Teacher's
Institute there being held
in connection with the
summer school. A good
audience seemingly.

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	      —Sept 6—
Returned home. Attended Fast
Meeting in our own – the Second
Ward and there Wife and I pre –
sented our daughter for blessing.
I officiated in the blessing:
and she had confirmed upon
her the name of Zella.
	At the same meeting I
officiated by request in
blessing the child of
Ines Clifford Simpson, son of
Bro & Sister Clifford of second
Ward.
	—Sept. 9—	Sunday.
Attended early morning
Prayer Circle meeting in Tem-
ple, the time for such
having recently been changed
from Saturday evening to
9 a.m. Sunday.	At night
returning home after a late
appointment, I found awaiting
me to my surprise and pleasure
my brother John, who left

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home in a wilful mood over
four years ago (See entry for June
22, 1890). Earnest and constant
have been the prayers offered
in his behalf; and tonight he
reappeared. Mother has been
greatly distressed, almost griev-
ing for her wayward son as
dead. John explains his failure
to let us know of his whereabouts
as due to his fear that father 
would employ force in com-
pelling him to return home,
the boy being still below
legal age. He claims to be
honest, and virtuous. He
has, he states, a position as
carman in the Hope mine,
Basin, Jefferson Co Montana.
His visit to Salt Lake City is
brief at present; and he claims
he came with many fears for
the reception that would be
accorded him. I treated him
in all respects kindly; I do

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not think a wayward spirit
can be cured by severity. He 
made steadfast promises of 
good behavior and fidelity to his
religion. I thank God most heartily,
for the knowledge that my
brother is still alive and well.
	-- Sept. 10 --
Took afternoon train to Lake
View, and walked thence to the
Farm. Had pleasant meeting
with the folks, and saw Sterling
who is with them. The object
of  my visit was to inform
them of my meeting with
John: and the news called forth
their earnest thanks to God
for the protection that has
attended the wanderer. 
	-- Sept. 11 -- 
Returned home by morning train.
Attended funeral of Bro. C. R. Sav-
age's grandchild, - infant son of
Mr. & Mrs. Brother. Took part in
speaking on the occasion.

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	—Sept. 15—
First Faculty meeting of the
University for the year.
The meeting was a pleasing
one: and many expressions
of kind feeling and pledges
of sympathy and cooperation
were received from Professors.
	—Sept 19—
First day of the term: marked
by the beginning of the
examinations. A very large
attendance of new students.
The members of the Faculty
are enthusiastic over the
prospect of a large at-
tendance.
	   —Sept. 21—
This day completes my thirty-
second year. Returning from
my office in the evening.
I found to my agreeable
surprise a great change in
my little den at home: –
new rugs covering the floor:

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cushions for the chairs a
fine new cloth on table, etc.
- a surprise from May. She
is ever thoughtful and kind, and
I know I fail to appreciate her
wifely instincts as I should.
But the recurrence of my
birthday brings feelings not
entirely gladsome: as I realize
the flight of another year,
and the failure to accomplish
its alotted labors. The year has
<been> marked by a number of changes
in my personal lot. - Last
September I was looking with
hope toward the building up
of the Church University, now
I am engaged in the State
institution of higher instruction.
But in both appointments I 
see the hand of God. Our
greatest change of the year lies
in the advent of a daughter
to our house and home. For all
may God be thanked and honored.

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	 —Sept. 23— Sunday
Usual meetings:– morning 
Prayer Circle at Temple:
afternoon service at the
Tabernacle and evening
Ward meeting. At the last
named, by request of the pre-
siding officers, I addressed
the gathering.		Between
morning Circle, and afternoon
meeting, I attended the Con-
gregational Church Service.
	  —"  24  —
Registration day at the Univ-
ersity: and a most encourag-
ing condition presented itself
in the very large attendance
of students. Still a very
strict entrance examination
is required of all who apply
for registration. The Faculty
has been holding daily sessions
and sometimes several meetings
per day for some time. All
seem encouraged with the outlook.

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	— Sept. 29 —
Wife's birthday: today she com-
pletes her 25" year, may she
live to see many, many, anni
versaries. Her health is fair
through the mercy of God she
has been brought back from
the shadow of the grave into
which every woman ventures
in the ordeal of childbirth
and today she is hale and
happy.
	— Sept 30 — 	Sunday
Usual meetings. During the
morning Wife and I attended
service at the Presbyterian
Church.
	— October 5 —
The semi-annual conference
of the Church began today.
Duties at the University
kept me away from the
day meetings: but I was enabled
to attend the Priesthood
Meeting at night. This closes

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the second week of actual
work at the University: and
I cannot refrain from ex-
pressing the pleasure I feel
at the very pleasant way
in which things have gone.
The work has been far more
pleasant than I had antici-
pated. I see, and reverently
acknowledge the Hand of
God in the work to which
I am called. I expect crit-
icisms, and troubles: but
thus far each of my co-
laborers has seemingly
striven to make the labor
as easy as possible. May
the Lord direct all toward
a success that shall bring
glory to Him in the ful-
filment of His purposes.
 	—October 6—
Attended a meeting of school
officials, called by the
Territorial Commissioner

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of Schools, to consider certain
work in connection with the
public system of schools.
	—October 7— Sunday.
Attended regular conference
meetings, and the Deseret
Sunday School Union confer-
ence in the evening. The
conference has been marked by
a large attendance of people, and
by a spirit of great earnestness
on the part of the authorities
The main topic of consideration,
-the one upon which the
greatest and most earnest
exhortation has been given is
the Word of Wisdom; the provis-
ions of that revelation were
declared to be no longer a
matter of counsel only, but
of command. 		At the after-
noon service Pres. Geo Q. Can-
non, speaking in behalf of
the First Presidency, explained
the reasons leading to the sus-
pension of the Church University:

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and the action of the
authorities in suspending
the Church University, and
in making the University
of Utah the head of the
school system was sus-
tained by the people.
	—October 8—
Attended a meeting of the
Regents of the University
in official capacity: - the
first meeting of the sort I
have had any part in.
I was able to report the insti-
tution in a flourishing con-
dition. The attendance is
so large that we have
had to add two to our
teaching force, making
in all 17 in the regular
Faculty, or 29 including
the instructors in the training
school, and in the school
for the deaf –. The University
is growing.

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	   —October 12—
Wife and children left home
on a visit. I am to keep Bach-
elor's Hall for a season.
	   —October 13—
Spent part of day on the hills
– "geologizing". I feel like a
young boy whenever I can get
away from the turmoil of
executive work, and roam
in Nature's wilds.
	 —October 14.— Sunday
Usual meetings. The prayer
roll at the Temple Prayer
Circle this morning was a
very long one. – there is much
illness prevailing at present.
	   —October 18—
Called on Sister Clara Ella Coombs,
– wife of Bro. Isaiah Coombs,
and daughter of Bishop Wooley
of the Ninth ward. She is
now convalescent after a
prolonged and very severe
attack of typhoid fever.

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I was called to take part
in administering to her
very soon after reaching home
in August., and since that
time have officiated in the
ordinance over half a
score of times. She was so
ill that practised physicians
had no hope of her recovery:
yet by the power of God,
she is today improving
rapidly.
	—October 27—
Went to Pleasant Grove on
the sad errand of attending
the funeral services of one of
our University students It
was decided by the Faculty 
on my recommendation, that
when the hand of Death takes
any one of our students, if at
all practicable the Faculty
shall be represented at the
funeral by one of its member
if not by more than one.

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Miss Grace Mayhew, a young
lady from Pleasant Grove, 21
years of age, entered the Univ-
ersity as a Normal student
at the beginning of the
term; after two weeks at-
tendance she was stricken
low with a typhoid fever attack.
Her illness lasted two weeks.
during which time I called
upon her, and took part
in administering to her
daily. Beside the ministra-
tions made to her in person
her name has been kept
on the altars in the Temples,
and the people of her own
ward have held their prayers
and fasts in her behalf. I
have a strong testimony that
these prayer offices have been
accepted of God, but that the
young sister was needed beyond
the vail. The actual typhoid
fever abated two or three

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days before her death: but
pneumonia came upon her
fiercely, and she passed away
at 3.15 a. m. Monday last,
October 22. The obsequies today
were largely attended: she
seems to have been one of
the fairest and most esteemed
flowers of Pleasant Grove. The
entire community seemed
plunged in mourning. At
the funeral by request of
the parents and of the
Bishop I occupied most
of the time allotted to
the speakers; Bishop Brown
and Elder Walker also speaking.
The Faculty of the University
sent a beautiful floral
wreath, as also did the stu-
dents. I spent most of the
day with Bro. and Sis. Mayhew.
	In the afternoon rode
by bicycle from Pleasant
Grove to the Farm at

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Lake View, having brought my
wheel down for the purpose.
Had a brief but pleasant visit
with the folks: then rode on
to Provo where wife and chil-
dren are visiting. Enjoyed 
the pleasure of reunion with
my entire family, though
away from home. During
the evening Wife and I
called on dear Brother
Maeser and family. Stayed
at the residence of May's
brother – John E. Booth.
	— October 26 —
Returned to the Farm: thence
back to Provo where I spent
the time until nearly noon
visiting classes at the Academy
Took the noon Rio Grande Western
train to Salt Lake City. In
the afternoon, according to
previous arrangement I delivered
an address before the Normal
Society of the University.

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	   — October 28 — Sunday
Conference of the Improvement
Associations of the Salt
Lake Stake.–
		—	"	29 —
Wife and children returned after
an absence of 18 days. All well.
		—Nov. 3—
Took part today as a member
in a Meeting of a Com-
mittee appointed at the
Convention of School officers
held Oct. 6. last (see entry for
that date) to arrange
program of study for the
High Schools of Utah. Meet-
ing was held at the
University building.
	—Nov. 4— Sunday.
Usual meetings: and in addition
to such Wife and I attended the
Sunday School of the Deaf Mutes
This organization consists of such
members of the Utah School for the
Deaf (which institution is in con-

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nection with the University) as
are members of the Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints.
The exercises are held in the
Latter-day Saints College building:
as it is not proper that such
work commendable as it may be
should be carried on in University
rooms, the University being a
state institution and consequently
strictly non-sectarian.
	At the evening Ward meeting
by request I took part in addres-
sing the congregation; Elder Charles
Cannon doing likewise.
		—Nov. 6—
Election day. The Utah campaign
has been a fierce one; the full
usual amount of criticism and
fault finding of opposing can-
didates has been indulged in;
and unpleasant feelings have
been rife. I deemed it wise to
continue by my neutral course;
taking no active part in the

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campaign: casting my vote at
the proper place and time ac-
cording to my best judgment
and declining to declare my polit-
ical affiliations. Beside the
usual election for Delegate to
Congress and for certain territor-
ial offices, a special election
was held for the selection of
delegates to the Constitutional
Conventions, called for the purpose
of framing a constitution for
the prospective state of Utah.
From telegraphic returns received
late tonight it is seen that
Salt Lake City and County, Utah
Territory have gone republican
and indeed a general republican
wave seems to have swept
over the country.
	 — November 9 —
Attended a joint meeting of
the General Board of Education
and the Board of Examiners
called to consider the application

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of the Brigham Young College for
authority to bestow degrees on
graduates. Through a firm
conviction that the present is a
most inopportune time for
such an innovation I was com-
pelled to oppose the proposition.
An adjournment was taken while
the subject was pending. On
this as on other matters I have
taken my position in sincerity
of purpose: and yet I have
been misunderstood, and by mo-
tives impugned by those whose
views I have been compelled
to oppose. Indeed it has been
said that I am becoming
opposed to the Church School
System, a statement which my
life's work will render absurd. My
interest in the Church Schools was
never greater than at present. I
have the satisfaction of knowing
that the general authorities, both
Church and Church school are in har-
mony with my views.

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	—Nov. 10—
Visited the Mercur mining
region, examining the geolog-
ical nature of the country.
Collected specimens.    My special
purpose was to examine a 
very unusual occurence of
a rare mineral Variscite. 
Returned home at night.
	___Nov 11___  Sunday.
Attended morning Prayer
Circle, but was debaned from
attending  other meetings
through the indisposition of
our son Sterling, who suffered
a very rapid and severe attack
of fever. Through adminis-
trations his condition was
greatly improved before night.
	  — Nov. 16 —
Delivered a public lecture
under the auspices of 
the University Physical
Department on the "Metric
System of Weights and Measures."

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The Univeristy Faculty has taken
the initiative step in bringing
the subject before the people,
urging that legislation date
from the establishment of the
new state of Utah making
the Metric the legal system
for public business. Per-
sonally I have little hope of
success in securing a pro-
vision to this effect in the
state constitution, but I am
perfectly willing to show the
side to which I adhere on
the question.
	— Nov. 18 — Sunday
Attended usual meetings. At
the morning Prayer Circle in
the Temple I officiated in the
dedicatory prayer. Our little
daughter Zella has been ailing
with lung trouble, – turned now
to Whooping Cough. After admin-
istrations and remembrance in the
Circle prayer today she showed a
remarkable improvement.

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	— Nov. 22 —
Spent part of this day in
the Temple. At the morning
opening services, by request
of President Snow I addressed
the assembly. Later in
the day I was a principal
participant in a sacred
sealing ordinance, into
which I entered with the
advice and counsel of
the authorities of the Temple
and the counsel of certain of
the apostles.	The Temple
record of our individual
work gives the details
of the work.	For the
privilege of so entering the
House of the Lord and of taking
part in ordinances which
are of avail beyond the
grave I am deeply thankful:
the contemplation of such
blessings stirs my emotions
most deeply.

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  — Nov 23 —
Went by afternoon train to
Provo, and in the evening
delivered a lecture before
the Polysophical Society of
the Brigham Young Academy
subject — "Pompeii, a city of
the past," illustrated with
stereopticon views. The oxy-
hydrogen lantern was
taken from Salt Lake City
for the purpose. A large
and a seemingly appreciative
audience greeted me.
Stayed during the night
at the home of Brother Josiah
Cluff, with whom I boarded
while living as a bachelor
the last year of my residence
in Provo. Bro. Cluff is suffering
from an enlargement of the
spleen; and, according to the
physicians' reports, there is
little hope of his life being
spared long. However I feel

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great faith and hope in
his behalf. By request,
I administered to him
tonight.
	—Nov. 24—
According to previous
appointment, Prof. T. B.
Lewis, Territorial Commissioner
of Schools and myself attended
the regular session of the
Teachers Convention of
Utah Co. and each of us
delivered an address. Prof.
Lewis spoke upon "Teacher's
duties," my subject was
"Teacher, instruct thyself".
The Superintendent reported
an attendance of 90%
of all teachers, and as
high a percentage of all
trustees of the county.
After the regular session,
a business meeting was
held, at which both the
Commissioner and myself spoke

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Visited friends and relatives
during part of day. Father
and Mother came down from
the farm and called upon
me at Bro Cluff's. All are
reported well.		Commissioner
Lewis and myself took evening
train to Payson accompanied
by school officers and teachers.
Reached Payson at 7.10 and
proceeded at once to the
Latter-day Saints' meeting
house where a very large
audience awaited us. Prof.
Lewis and I spoke at length
on educational matters and
the need of cooperation in school
work.	A good effect was ap-
parent. After the lectures we
were taken to the Mc Halton
Hotel, and were there entertained
at supper as the guests of
the Payson school officials.
The party broke up at midnight
Prof. Lewis and I stayed at the

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		18
home of County Supt. D. H.
Christensen.	Visits of this
sort are really required
in the work of the Com-
missioner of schools, as also
in that of the President of
the University;. but for many
years past, but little attention
has been paid to the re-
quirement.
	— Nov. 25 — Sunday
Attended Sunday School:
and both Prof Lewis and I
addressed the school. Then 
by request I addressed the
Teachers' Class, which met
after the regular exercises;
my subject was, "Use of
the Sabbath School Leaflets".
Called upon Miss Mary Douglas
a student of the University,
now at her home in Payson
sick. Bro. Douglas father of
the young lady, Bro. Lewis, and
myself administered to her:

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and afterward to her grand-
mother, Mrs Douglas. Called
upon Bro. John D. Stark and
other friends.		In the
afternoon meeting each of
us, by request addressed
the congregation. We had
to leave meeting before its
close, going direct to station.
Returned home by evening
train: Bro. Lewis, going on to
Ogden where he resides.
	—Nov. 29—
Thanksgiving day; consequently
a holiday. Spent most of
day with wife and children
— a rare privilege In the
afternoon wife and self attended
theatre and witnessed Keene's
rendition of "The Merchant of
Venice"
	  —Dec. 1.—
Attended monthly priesthood
meeting of the Stake: a
good attendance.

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  — Dec. 2 – Sunday. —
Usual meetings. At noon
I attended funeral of the
child of Bro. and Sis. Ertman,
who live on our block. The same
parents buried a child but
a week ago. By request
Elder C. W. Penrose and I addressed
the assembly today.
	— Dec. 7. —
Delivered a lecture before the
Students' Society of the Latter-
day Saints' College, subject -
"Molecular Forces" illustrated
by experiments.
	— Dec 9 — Sunday
Conference of the Sunday
School organization of the
Salt Lake Stake. Attended
meetings morning and after-
noon.
	    Dec. 13 –
Evening meeting in the
Tabernacle, under the man-
agement of the "Salvation

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Army." The visit of the head
of the army, "General" Booth
is the cause of the special
proceeding.	The First
Presidency of our Church very
courteously placed the
Tabernacle at the disposal
of the "Army." The movement
which has called into existence
and which maintains the
Salvation Army is a good
one, however strange the method
may be.
	—— Dec. 16 —	Sunday.
At the morning Prayer
Circle, by appointment I
officiated at the altar.
		"   17.
Received official announcement
from the Royal Society of Edin-
burgh, that on the 3" of December
I was elected a Fellow of that
august organization. The event
is at present no great surprise
to me, though at the time the

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suggestion of the possibility of my
being elected was made, I was
astounded: (For a history of
the events leading up to the
election, see entries under June
19, 1893: Dec. 13, 1893., June 7, 1894,
June 9, 1894.) I have received
notifications of all the meetings
of the current session, on
each of which the facts of
my nomination having passed
the Council, and the election
being set for Dec. 3. were
announced. I am not insensible
to the very great honor so con-
ferred. It is a rare recognition;
yet I regard the event more
as a sign of recognition
toward our people generally,
than as a simple personal
acquisition. There are but
few men in the United States
today holding fellowship in the
Society; and the title F. R. S. (Edin.)
is coveted on both sides of the ocean.

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According to the binding rules
of the Society, every nomination
must be supported by four
sponsors who testify to a
personal acquaintance with the
nominee and vouch for his worthi-
ness. I have been honored with
receiving this sponsorial sup-
port from four distinguished
officers of the Society, and each
a famous man of science: they
are: - <(1)> Prof D'Arcy W. Thompson,
Biologist, of University College Dundee,
- a member of the Society Council;
<(2)> Prof. Copeland, the Astronomer
Royal for Scotland, and a
Vice President of the Society:
<(3)> Prof. James Geikie T. R. S., the
note geologist, also a Vice Pres-
ident of the Society: and (4)
Prof. Tait, physicist and
mathematician, Secretary of the
Royal Society. I have been privil-
eged to meet and converse with
all of these gentlemen. In such

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  		 18
a recognition of Utah, and the
"Mormon" church, I see the hand
of God, plainly manifest; and I
reverently acknowledge it. May
the prestige thus bestowed be
used in the service of God.
	   —Dec. 18.—
Attended a meeting of the Utah
Forestry Association, to which
organization I have been admitted.
Meeting was held in the parlors
of the Hotel Templeton, Dr Park
in the chair. By request I
took part with others in discussion
of current topics. 
	    —Dec. 19—
The "Deseret News" of last evening
contained an editorial on the
election of a Utah, man to the R. S. E.
It refers to the Edinburgh papers as
authority for the announcement:
though a representative of the
"News" interviewed me yesterday.
The article is very eulogistic, but
many of the statements are not

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strictly correct. The "Herald" this
morning offers congratulations: - 
			The significance
			of the event
			seems to be fully 
			recognized here. 

[newspaper clipping pasted onto page]
"The Herald congratulates Dr. J. E.
Talmage on receiving the distinguished
honor of F. R. S. [Edin.], Fellow of the
Royal Society of Edinburgh, a very ex-
clusive title. But few Americans have
ever been so favored and that this has
been conferred upon our fellow citizen
is an honor to Utah as well as a de-
served recognition of the pre-eminent
abilities of one of her sons. Dr. Tal-
mage will wear his new honors with
becoming modesty and grace."

	— December 20 —
Meeting held tonight, – in the
calling of which I have been
mainly instrumental – to
take steps toward the estab-
lishment of a Microscopical
Society for Utah. The result of
the meeting is very encouraging.
		— " 21 —
Meeting of Forestry Association,
held in the County Building.
The main item on program was
our address on "Forestry" by the
chairman – Dr. Park. I spoke
briefly on the importance of gather-
ing literature for our work. The
cause is a good one.

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	___Dec. 22___
Another hour has come to me,
over the sea. This day's mail
brought word from Burlington House
London that on the 5" inst.
I was elected a Fellow of the
Geological Society of London,
(F.G.S.) I am indebted to my
friend Mr. F. W. Rudler F.G.S. the
Curator of the Museum of
Practical Geology, Jermmyn St.,
London S.W., for nomination to 
membership. The Society is a
very exclusive one., and I know the
honor of election is eagerly sought
by geologists.
	___Dec 25__
A quiet Christmas; spent 
at home with family. Our 
children are now numerous
enough, and two of them are
old enough to make the
preparation of a Christmas tree
the proper order of proceedure.
We delighted the boys with such

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a treat today. The festive
season finds us well and
happily provided for.
	    — Dec 29 —
Meetings of committees appointed
to consider subjects of general
educational interest, to report
to convention of school officers this
to be convened by the Territorial
Commission of schools.
	    — Dec 31 —
The closing year leaves our
little family in a very
favorable condition. The
Lord has continued His
manifold blessings to us
during the year now speeding
away. No serious accident
has happened to us, no serious
illness has befallen us; and in
spite of our great unworthiness
the blessings of worldly necessities
and not a few of earth's comforts
have come to us. For these
things, as for our condition in

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general my heart is full
of gratitude.	Old 1894 has
been good to me and mine, though
many changes in our personal
affairs have marked the passing
months. A year ago I was
prominently engaged in the
practical labors of the Church
Schools, looking with great hopes
toward the anticipated future
of the Church University; today
that institution is in a state of
indefinite suspension, and my
lot and labors are cast in the
State University: Yet I feel that
I am engaged in the same
great cause.
The year has brought to us an
angelic daughter, to cheer our
hearts, and increase our love.
May the year soon to be
with us, and its successors find
us ever growing in gratitude
and praise to the Giver of all
good; for we have much to be thankful for.

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—1895—______
	January 1.
By invitation our family spent
after part of the day visiting
the venerable Patriarch Lorenzo
D. Young Brother Young 
is now very feeble: today
he was compelled to keep
to his bed; but his mental
faculties are undimmed,
and his heart is as ever
open. A number of his
relatives were present, and
the gathering was a gen-
uine New Year's party.
Brother Young stated to me
his belief that he will not
live to see another New
Year's day: he looks forward
to death with perfect calm-
ness. His evening of life
is to me as the calm and glorious
setting of the sun on a summer
eve.

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	— January 2 —
According to appointment
of long standing, I delivered
this afternoon a lecture
before the "Cleofan"— an
aristocratic woman's club
of this city: subject – "Our
habits and fashions."
	Before the close of University
classes for Christmas vacation;
an appointment was made
with certain picked members
of the Geology class to
spent a few days in
scientific observation on the
shores of the Great Salt Lake.
A party of nine, including
Prof. Kingsbury, Instructor
Neal, six students of regular
classes and myself sit out
this evening. Through some
misunderstanding, the train
(a special) by which we had
planned to go, left had been 
made ready on a preceeding

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day, and was not in readiness
today. As all other arrangements
were made and but little time
was left us during present vaca-
tion the proposition was made
and accepted that we make
the trip from the city to
Saltair beach by hand cars. We
had a cold, and otherwise
uncomfortable experience and
it was near midnight before
party and baggage were brought
to destination. Through the
courtesy of the Saltair Beach
Co, the convenient Lake cottage
was at our disposal for
lodgings during our stay.
	— January 3 —
Commenced scientific work - 
determination of temperature,
density etc., of the lake water
and a series of meterological 
observations. Our principal
aim is the determination; at
least approximate, of the

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temperature at which the
sodium sulphate (mirabilite)
crystalizes from the lake
brine. Fairly good results
were obtained today.
	   —January 4.—
Made a thorough inspection
and study of the Inland Salt
Co.'s works. Continued work
on temperature and density
determinations: The weather
has been growing warmer during
the last 30 hours: and this is
unfavorable for our work, as at
the high winter temperature
the mirabilite does not
separate from the solution.
Prof. Kingsbury, myself, and
three others of the party re-
turned to the city this night,
by train, leaving the others
at the lake with instructions
to continue the observations
until tomorrow night, then to
return and report.

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	— Jan 7 —
Term work at the University
resumed.
	   — Jan 10 —
Tonight the public lecture
course for the current season
opened at the University.
Remembering the many
evidences of good effect resulting
from the evening lectures
delivered under the auspices
of the Church University
last winter, I have been
desirous of seeing a similar
course established this year;
and twelve lectures have been
announced, to be delivered at
usual intervals of a week.
	—Jan. 11—
Tonight the Microscopical
Society of SUtah was organized.
I have been for a long time
impressed with the idea
that a Society for the study
of microscopy ought to be

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established here: and I have
urged upon a number
of scientific men, physicians
and others to take steps
toward founding such. At
general request I have led out
in the matter: and a few
weeks ago (Dec. 20.) a pre-
liminary meeting was held.
Tonight a permanent
organization was held,
effected, a constitution
and by-laws were adopted,
and officers were elected.
I was honored with election
to the office of President;
the other offices are those of
Vice President, Recording
Secretary, Corresponding Secretary,
Treasurer, and Curator and other
members of the Council. An
excellent spirit of enthusiasm
and sincerity of purpose
prevailed; and I have great
hopes for the future of the Society.

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	Jan. 13.		Sunday.
Usual meetings. In the
evening by request of the
Bishop I addressed the
Second Ward congregation.
	—Jan. 14.—
Regular meeting of the Board
of Regents of the University.
Though the institution is in
an deplorable financial
state, in all other respects
it seems to be flourishing
The Regents seems pleased with
the work of the Faculty, and
readily authorized extensions of
the work and several —new
departures.
		— "  17 —
Wife and I attended by invitation
a Social reunion of the
teachers of the College
		"	27		Sunday,
Delivered an address at the funeral
services of a son of Bro Cartwright,
8"Ward this city. The young man

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was in his fifteenth year:
he died as the result of
appendicitis; an operation
was performed a few days
before the fatal termination.
	— February 6 —
This evening the first
regular meeting of the
Microscopical Society was
held; with very promising
result. I took part in
the program by delivering
an address on the aims
and possibilities of the or-
ganization.
	— Feb. 9 —
The week ending today
has been a trying and
an anxious period in our
home. Nine days ago our
son Paul was put to
bed owing to the severe
development of symptoms
that had long been threat-
ening. A little boy neighbor

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Paul's playmate, has been
suffering from Measles,
and now our son has been
brought low by the same
disease. In Paul's case,
a very serious catarrhal
accompaniment has man-
ifested itself; in fact
he has shown the worst
case I have ever seen. His
good mother is almost
prostrated from over work
and worry and for a time I
feared the consequences
upon her. I have been
compelled to spend night
after night in watching
him; but we feel that all
will work well. He is now
very much better though
still very weak.
	— Feb. 10 — Sunday.
Compelled to spend part of the
day, though it be the
Sabbath in preparations for

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a journey; an earlier start
having been prevented by
illness at home. I am to
go east, at the instance
of the Chancellor and Regents
of the University. The chief purpose
of my going is to deliver a
lecture under the auspices
of the University of Michigan;
an invitation for which
awaited me on my return
to Utah from Europe last
summer. I accepted the
proposal only on the urgent
request of the University
officials. According to first
appointment the lecture
was to have been given
on the 8" inst. (last Friday)
but by the courtesy of the
Michigan officials a post-
ponement until the 16" was
secured.	Last night a telegram
reached me, conveying an
invitation from the President

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of Cornell University for me
to visit that institution and
there lecture also.	It is a
part of my commission
also to attend the meeting
of the National Educational
Association (Department of
Superintendence), in
Cleveland Ohio, the sessions
to be held on the 19, 20, and 21,
of the present month. All
remaining well, I am to
start tomorrow morning.
At this evening's Sacrament
meeting in the second ward
I responded to the Bishop's
call, and addressed the
congregation.
		— Feb. 11 —
Paul seems to be rapidly
improving.	Left home by
early morning Union
Pacific train eastward
bound. Ticket from Omaha
onward reads via Chicago and
North Western Ry.

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— Feb. 13 —
Arrived at Chicago 10 a.m.
took room at Palmer House.
This part of the journey has
been completed on time
in spite of severe weather
and the serious snow
blockades which have 
been of late so common.
Particularly in Wyoming
and Nebraska the evidences
of recent heavy storms
are particularly plain.
Left home a day or two <earlier>
than might have been con-
sidered necessary to
reach destination at ap-
pointed time: and for
this I had two good
reasons: – firstly, the thought
that hindrances through
the inclement weather
were probable: and
secondly that I might
find a day's leisure to

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prepare for the appoint-
ed lecture in Arm Arbor
At home I have been en-
tirely without leisure for
many days – extra official
work, which became all
the more pressing in the
light of my prospective
absence: and illness at
home have combined to
keep me busy day and
night.	My leisure on
the train journey has been
taken advantage of.
	— Feb. 15 —
Have spent the time
since reaching Chicago
mostly in preparation Left
at 3 p.m. on Chicago and
Erie road eastward bound.
Stopped at Marion Junction,
which place we reached,
at 11 p.m. Having to proceed
early next morning, took
lodgings at Station Hotel.

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— Feb. 16 —
Took 6.45 a.m. train via
Columbus, Hocking Valley
and Toledo Railway; at
Toledo changed to Toledo and
Ann Arbor Ry; and arrived
at Ann Arbor at 12.15 p.m.
Was met at station by
Bro. Richard R. Lyman, a
Utah student at the Univ-
ersity of Michigan. I ac-
cepted an invitation to
stay at his rooms while
in Ann Arbor. During
the afternoon I was greatly
pleased to meet the Utah
students: – in all there
are between 20 and 30 form-
ing the "Utah Colony" as
they call themselves. Six
of the brethren have their
wives and families with them.
Called upon Dr. Augell President
of the University of Michigan
as also upon several of the

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Professors, and visited some
of the University buildings
The brethren from Utah who
are here, several of whom are
among my form er students,
were so desirous of showing
me all the great things
possible in the time that
I scarcely had time to rest
an hour for the effort of
the evening. Enquiry of
students, professors and the
President of the University
confirms what report and
press before indicated to
me that the platform
of the Lecture Association
here is a most trying
place on which to stand.
The audiences assembling
in University Hall at these
lectures are critical and
generally unsympathetic.
Recent issues of the local
papers contain scathing

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criticism and in some
cases even denunciation
of men, who have taken
part in the course; and
among these lecturers who
have been on the course
are Murat Holsted, Grover
Cleveland Pres. of the United
States (between his terms in
the executive office), Thos.
B. Reed, T. de Witt Talmage,
Henry Watterson etc.
I regard the opportunity of
placing a Utah man
upon that rostrum as
a chance not to be neg-
lected, though I did all in
my power to secure a
selection other <than> that of myself.
Heavy professional duties,
the knowledge that there is
little of vigorous oratory
in my manner and power
of public speaking, whilst
pronounced and violent

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oratorical effort seems to
be what is expected in
the Lecture Association course
here, and further the element
of impropriety in my leaving
the place to which I have
been called at home for such
a purpose caused me to
decline acceptance of the
invitiation. Our Regents and
Faculty, however, united
in the request that I
accept; and I am here.
The subject chosen for my
address is "The Story of
Mormonism." Arriving in
Ann Arbor I found the town
profusely placarded, – huge
posters on the walls, and
immense bills on the
street cars and other con-
spicuous places announcing my <lecture.>
	My preparation of matter
has been probably as thorough
as my time and condition would

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allow, and I feel that I
may claim in some degree
the Spirit of God to aid
and sustain me on the
occasion. Just before the
meeting at my request
the Utah colony assembled
and we engaged in an
earnest plea and prayer
that good results may
flow from the effort. We
all realize that the recog
nition thus accorded to
our people and faith, - the
placing of "Mormonism"
on a plain with other topics
of national importance is
a most significant occurrence.
I have never approached
the duty of public speaking
more reverently, or with
a firmer reliance upon
the support of a higher
power.	During the first
ten minutes of the address

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I keenly felt the lack of
sympathy on the part of
the audience toward my
subject and myself, but
this soon disappeared, and
the audience were with
me. They sighed, and some
of them wept at the
descriptions of our people's
sufferings: and — think of
it — cheered most heartily
at every success – even
at mention of Brigham
Young's defiance of
Johnston's army, sent by
the President of the nation
to chastise the Mormons. Reference
to polygamy, and the doctrine
of Celestial Marriage were
received with favor, and the
description of the social
purity exhibited by the Latter
day Saints under its practice
and even characteristics of the
people was received with applause.

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I spoke an hour and thirty
five minutes, and the
most respectful attention
continued to the end. At
the close, President Angell
came upon the platform,
congratulated me, and expressed
his great surprise and
pleasure at the matter
presented the favor with
which it had been received
- in the light of former
prejudice and above
all at the wonderful
sympathy of the audience.
Prof. Trueblood, Prof. of Oratory
and Elocution greeted me
with similar expressions.
The President of the Lecture
Association handed me a
check for the fee agreed
upon – One hundred and
fifty dollars, and stated
that the Association had never
paid a fee more willingly.

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And so, the lecture is over:
the evidences of success
are most gratifying, -
may the Lord sanctify the
result; to Him are all
thanks due.
	- Feb. 17 - Sunday.
Morning call upon the
Utah people; they are
wild with delight over what
they pronounce a triumph
last night; they were scat-
tered throughout the audience
and they bring most grat-
ifying reports of the general
comments; and more, they
forget not to thank God,
as they forgot not to
petition him for aid.
Bro R. R. Lyman took me
to the Presbyterian Church:
there we heard a sermon
by Rev. Dr. Gelston: - he was
at the lecture last night, and
seems a trifle displeased at the

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widespread favor with
which the effort was
received. I had a personal
interview with him.	   Then
I had to meet some of
the Professors; and at
1.30 I was present by in-
vitation at the residence
of Pres. Angell, where I
dined with himself and family
and a few of the Faculty.
At 4 o'clock I was with
the Saints in their afternoon
Sacrament meeting, held
at the lodging house of
some of the families. By
request I occupied the time
in addressing the brethren
and sisters. The remembrance
of my own college days
comes to me with affecting
force, – and I think of
my yearning and longing
for a word from the lips
of a Latter day Saint

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At 5.30 p. m. I was escorted
to University Hall, where
Prof. Stanley - head of the
School of Music performed
for me on the great organ
recently set up in the hall,
- a marvellous instrument,
pronounced indeed the most
complete organ in the
world. In size of course, as
also in volume, and I
think likewise in tone it
does not compare favorably
with our Tabernacle organ
at home, but in completeness
of parts and in adjustment
it surpasses ours. Bro. John
J. McClellan performed on
the organ also, - playing
among other pieces our ever
beautiful "Oh my Father", to
the delight and admiration
of all including his professor.
Bro. McClellan possesses marked
talents, and they are recognised

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here; he is employed as
a choir leader and as organ-
ist in several organizations,
and so is able to more
than work his way through
College.	The recital this
afternoon was in my home;
and the Utah people
were admitted with me.
In the evening, according
to previous appointment,
Bro. Lyman and I took
supper with Professor and
Mrs. Trueblood, and a few
guests. - A most enjoyable
time; I was kept talking
all the evening on Mormon
topics. 	Then, sometime
after 9 p.m. - the earliest
practicable time, I met
with the Utah colony for
a social chat, - the chat
however was varied with
music and refreshments,
- a sort of reception.

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I am deeply impressed
with the record these
young men and women are
making as University
students, though in reality
such is no more nor less
than has been accomplished
by Utah students wherever
they have gone. President
and Professor speak in
uniform commendation
of the young people's ability
and earnestness.	Some of
the colony are making
brilliant marks. - Bro. Mc
Clellan in Music, Bro. Richard
Lyman in Engineering - he
has been elected President
of the Senior Class; - and the
others in special courses.
These students are doing
splendid missionary work
- a work which could not
well be accomplished by
the ordinary means of
travelling and preaching.

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	- Feb. 18 -
Spent forenoon in visiting
departments of the University
mostly the Geology, and
the Biology sections, where
I had the pleasure of meeting
the Professors - Russel, New-
combe, and others and of
witnessing the laboratory
work and the Museum
arrangements. Then came
an affecting "good bye" to
our Utah students, and a
leave taking from many
new friends. Took after-
noon train for Cleveland
Ohio, via Toledo. Reached
destination in early evening.
Was unable to secure
accommodations at the
Hollenden Hotel, where I had
intended stopping, and to
which place my mail
has been sent; - indeed I
had no little trouble to find

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a place to stop at any
good hotel: the city is
very full of visitors, – for
beside the National Educa-
tional Assn.' meeting, there
are several conventions
being held here at present.
Secured a room – with a
notice that I must vacate
it tomorrow morning at
the Forest City Hotel. 
	— Feb. 19 —
Took quarters at the
Kennard Hotel; – and find
myself very comfortably
and satisfactorily located.
The National Educational
Association, Department of
Superintendence opened its
session for 1893, in the As-
sociation Hall, Prospect and
Erie Streets. The first
meeting began at 10 a.m.
with a very large attend-
ance. During the day our

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University was recognised
and I became a member
of the National Educational
Association:	I was pleased
to meet Dr Millspaugh
Supt. of Public Schools for
Salt Lake City. 	Had the
pleasure of meeting several
acquaintances, -- Prof. Hins-
dale, Dr E. E. White, and
Col. Parker, all of whom I
have met in Utah already.
	After addresses of welcome
by the Mayor, and School
officials of Cleveland, and
fitting responses by officers
of the Assn., the program
for the day was begun.
Three sessions were held, a
second at 2.30, and a third
at 8 p.m. Subjects; - "(1.) How to
test the quality of a teacher's
work"; (2.) "The Training
of Teachers"; (3) "Recent
imrpovements in Primary

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Work," (4) "Changes, wise
and unwise, in Grammar
and High Schools." After
the reading of each paper,
appointed persons took
part in discussion; then
the discussion was made
general. 
	-Feb. 20. - 
	As yesterday, the sessions
of the Association have
 been so full as to leave
barely time for meals.
Subjects for this day: - 
1." The correlation of Studies"
2. "Powers and duties of State
Superintendents."
3. "The teaching of political
economy in schools."
4. "History teaching in Schools."
	After the evening session,
a reception was held in
the spacious Armory of
the Cleveland Grays. The
affair was brilliant, and
greatly appreciated.

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	-Feb. 21.- 
Last day of the session,
– three very full meetings.
Subjects:– 1" Organization
of City School Systems",
2. "Individualism in
Mass Education".
3 "Child Study."
Place of meeting for the 1896
session of the Department
and officers for the ensuing
year were voted on today,
Jacksonville Fla., is the choice
for next year's meeting.
	The meetings have been
marked by great display
of ability, enthusiasm and
boldness.		Neither comparative
youth, nor venerable age
has been a safeguard against
strong attacks; but all
such onslaughts and the
defences have seemed to
be sincere. Women have been
criticized as freely as have men.

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And there has not been, at
first a unanimity of
opinion on all matters.
The subject calling forth
the severest criticism has
been "The Correlation of
Studies": the discussion
was a veritable battle
of giants. Dr W. T. Harris,
the U. S. Commissioner
of Education presented the
paper.		I felt very
desirous of taking part
in the discussion on a
number of subjects; but
the program was so full,
and I so felt the newness of
my membership, that I
thought best to keep silence.
I am sure it is well to
be present at such gather-
ings, and I think it par-
ticularly fitting that the
University of Utah — an institution
both young and weak should
[The following is written sideways in left margin]
For details, see "Notes."

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be represented. The adjoin-
ment of the session was
declared at.
	By letter from home I
learn that Paul is still
improving: but that our
sweet girl Zella is suf-
fering the, to be sure, ex-
pected, but still dreadedattack of Measles. I have
no respect for a disease
that will assail so tender
and sweet a creature as
our darling daughter. My
faith and hopes are for
her recovery; and I know
that all attention and care
will be lavished upon
her. My deepest real
concern is for Wife May,
who is already weak and
almost exhausted from her
trying experience with Paul.
May the Lord guard and
assist them all.

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	-Feb. 22.- 
Washington's birthday, - a 
legal holiday of course,
and a day long to be re-
membered by me. It has
been my desire, for many
years to visit some of the
places noted in the hist-
ory of our Church; and 
find myself at Cleveland O,
- within a short distance
of Kirtland. Left this
morning on 8 o'clock train
for Willoughby; there hired
horse and buggy and drove
to Kirtland, - the first well-
established head quarters of
the Church, and the site
of the first temple of
modern times. The noble
structure is still standing and
in excellent repair. It is held
in possession by a branch
of the Josephite Church or
as the people call themselves,

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Feb. 22. 
the "Reorganized Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter day
Saints" - a name which
declares its inconsistency,
for the foundation upon which
the Church of Christ has
been established in this
dispensation is to the ef-
fect that the Lord has
in this Church set up
His priesthood and power
for the last time, and
the Church needs no re-
organization. These people
claim to compose the true
church, established through
the instrumentality of
Joseph Smith, in the
divinity of whose mission of
course they have implicit
faith. In my search for
the official custodian of
the temple, I was treated
with marked courtesy, and
though sent from house to

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house as brother after bro-
ther to whom I was referred
proved to be absent from
home, I had pleasant
conversations with several.
A Bro. Proper - the school
teacher of the village es-
corted me through the
temple; the people take
great pride in preserving
it in its original state.
The building is small,
and plain, in architectur-
al design as in internal
fittings as compared
with temples erected later,
but, as I think of the
infancy and poverty of
the church, and of the
persecuted condition of the
people at the time of
the erection, I am deeply
impressed with the mag-
nitude of the undertaking
There are three main floors

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the ground floor being
occupied by entrance ves-
tibules and a large as-
sembly room in which
are the graded stands
of the Melchisedek and
Aaronic priesthoods, at
opposite ends. The body
of the hall is occupied by
box like pews. The second
floor is fitted with stands
or pulpits arranged as
are those in the room
below: the seats in the
second story are provided
with desk shelves - to be
used in writing and study
this was the home of the
School of the Prophets. In
the third story are a
great number of recitation
rooms - used in con-
nection with the work
of the school. Returning
to the second story again, -

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attached to the arched
ceiling are many rollers
which were operated by
pulleys and ropes in the
hollow columns; to these 
rollers curtains were fixed. 
and by lowering these, the
room could be cut up
into partitioned sections for
the use of the several 
quorums. 	Conversation 
with members of the sect
brought out the fact that 
they do not think the
time temple ordinances
can be authoritatively per-
formed till the Lord so
directs by additional revela-
tion. But I need not write 
of their belief here:  that 
has been published abroad.
	Almost the entire pop-
ulation of Kirtland are of the
Josephite church. I saw
with interest the homes of

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Joseph Smith and Hyrum.
and others of the early day
authorities,  including the 
house of Sidney Rigdon and
the old Kirtland Hotel. 
I felt deeply interested in
these scenes of great events,
though I felt not the
reverence of ground still
sanctified. Returned to
Cleveland in afternoon. I have
really had little opportunity
to see the city,  my time
has been very fully occu-
pied in formal duties. Spent
most of spare time this
afternoon viewing the sights
of interest:- the city's mag-
nificent streets and avenues
including the justly famed
Euclid Avenue: the soldiers'
and sailors' monument, the
buildings the water ways 
and the parks.
	Late this evening I received

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letter from Maia, saying
that Zella was worse at
the time of <that> writing than
at the earlier visiting. the
last letter is dated Feb. 18.
I am hopeful that the dar-
ling is better eie this, and
that all the rest are well.
Took midnight train on
Erie ward eastward. Travelled
to Leavitsburgh there to resume
the main line. There being
no through cars from Cleveland
eastward by this road I
have a night of broken
travel before me.
	   — Feb. 23 —
Reached Leavitsburgh at 1:30
a.m: stayed in a miserable
makeshift for a waiting
room till 3:15 a.m: then
boarded eastern train.
Reached Clunia at 1:30 pm:
after a want of 2 hours: re-
sumed journey via Leligh Valley

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Railroad reaching Ithaca,
N. Y., at 6 p. m. Took rooms
at the Ithaca Hotel.
There are some Utah students
at Cornell University, but I
have been unable to notify
them as to time of my arrival.
Found announcements of my
lecture to be given Monday
next, in daily papers of the
town.
	A letter from Bro. Richard
Lyman of Ann Arbor brought
with itself clippings from
the press of the town con-
cerning my recent lecture
there. The treatment of
the subject is very fair, and the
comments are flattering. May
the effort to be made here
be as well received; and
may both be accepted of
God in the accomplishment
of His purposes, and the re-
moval of prejudice toward our
people.

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		Feb. 24	Sunday.
Received early morning call
at hotel from Bro. Roy Van
Cott, a Utah student from
now in the Cornell Law School.
Later met his fellow students
from Nephi, Utah, - Bro.
Bryan and Bro.	Grover.
One other Utonian Bro. Frank
N. Nebeker through whom
the request of the Cornell
graduate at home was con-
veyed to President Schuman
of the University here, is
not in Ithaca just now, he
having been honored by
the selection to represent
the University in a Wash-
ington's birthday at celebration
at Chicago another success
for Utah and our people.
In company with some of
the brethren I attended
service during morning
at Congregational Church,

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listening to sermon by Dr
Griffiths; and in the even-
ing we heard the Rev. Mr.
Mogg at the Methodist
Church.	Visited the mag-
nificent campus of the
Cornell University, with its
superb buildings.	At night
the brethren spent a few
hours with me at my room,
in conversation and exhorta-
tion. They seem deeply im-
bued with the spirit of
their religion. I am en-
couraged in their promised
support of their faith and
prayers in my appointed effort
of tomorrow.
	Today a letter reached
me from Wife, dated 19" inst.
relating a truly sad and most
affecting experience with our
darling daughter. The child
had been so ill during
the night preceding the

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writing that her life was
despaired of. Bro. C. F. Wilcox, who
though a skillful physician
visits us more as an elder
and a friend than as a
professional doctor took from
Wife my address to telegraph
me to return as the child
seemed to be dying, but an
improvement in the little
one's condition deterred him.
The elders administered to her:
and Wife assures me that by
the time the letter reaches
me all will be well; for
if otherwise word will have
been wired me in the
meantime. I telegraphed
home for present advice as
to the condition of all. Stronger
than the alarm and conster-
nation of May's written lines,
is the evidence of her courage
and strict reliance on the
power of the priesthood. She

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is to the children both
father and mother now, and
I know they lack no whit
of either parent's care. May
the Lord's kind hand be
over them all. I am confident
that all will be well.
	- Feb. 25 - 
Spent greater part of day
visiting the many depart-
ments of interest in and
about the University. Visited
the Museum, and there had
the pleasure of meeting
Prof. Ralph Tarr, --Professor
of Geology; a gentleman with
whom I had had correspondence
on scientific subjects, but whom
I had never before met. Had
a pleasant and profitable
time with Prof. Orndorff
of the department of Chemistry:
as also Dr Caldwell. Prof.
Orndorff was a class mate
of mine at Johns Hopkins.

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University Visited the finely
equipped work shops lecture
rooms and museums of the
many departments of applied
arts.	In the afternoon I
had a pleasant interview
with Pres. Schuman, who
regretted his absence from Ithaca
yesterday, and until afternoon
today.	At 5 p. m. – the
appointed time I found myself
on the platform in the
large lecture room of
Boardman Hall. Dr. Moses
Coit Tyler, the University
Professor of American
History presided at my
lecture: he made an admir-
able introductory address,
pointing out that Mormonism"
is today a theme which the
student of American History
dares not ignore. He referred
to the great injustice under
which the people had suffered;

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and expressed his pleasure
at the change in public
sentiment. The audience
was a large one, and very
appreciative. Frequent ap-
plause was manifested
during the lecture, and
a most hearty round at
the close. Prof. Tyler, Prof. Barn,
Prof. Orndorff, <and others> the Faculty
gave profuse congratulation
and thanks.
	And so my mission at
Cornell is over for the pre-
sent. I could not ask more
gratifying evidences of appre-
ciation: may the Lord now
accept the effort, and sanctify
the result. The invitation to
speak here was accepted
as a sheer matter of apparent
duty; I came not with
any promise of renumera-
tion, - bearing my own
expenses; and I have done so

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willingly, for I consider the
opportunity of bringing the
subject of our history before
academic assemblies as a
most important one.
	A short time in the
evening was spent with
the brethren of the University
the fact of my having
planned to leave Ithaca
tonight prevented my ac-
cepting a number of
invitations to social fes-
tivities	Bro. Frank K.
Nebeker of Utah returned to
Ithaca this evening; I en-
joyed a two hours visit
with him. He has just
come from Chicago whither
he went as the chosen
representative of Cornell to
take part in the Wash-
ington's Birthday celebration of
the Chicago Union League
Club. Left on 10.30 p.m. train.

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		- Feb. 26 -
	Reached Bethlehem Pa. at
5.30. An early morning
walk through the streets
of my old College home.
Found telegram from home
awaiting me, sent by my
friend and brother Dr C. F.
Wilcox: it read: -
"Baby improving. Mrs. Talmage
cheerful. Sterling sick: all
doing nicely." Though the
word of Sterling's illness
is new, and gives me anxiety,
the information brought by
wire is generally encour-
aging, for last letters from
home were of very serious
import. I determined to limit
my visit here to a single
day, and to start homeward
tonight.
	At 8.15 a. m., I was at
Lehigh University, attending
chapel as I used to do. Met

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Bro. Brigham Smoot, - a
former pupil of mine in
the Brigham Young Academy,
now a student in the
School of Chemistry here. He
came to Lehigh on my counsel,
and expresses himself as well
pleased with the choice of Alma
mater.		Spent the day
visiting the old institution
where I spent such happy
days. The professors who
knew me received me with
marked pleasure. Visited classes
and talked with the teachers
and others until night fall.
Had particularly pleasant and
profitable times with Prof.
Coppee, Acting President of the
University, Prof. Chandler,
(Chemistry) Prof Frazier (Metal-
lurgy and Mineralogy). Prof
Williams (Geology). Even the
Library Clerks and Janitors know me
of old, and greet me as a friend.

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Met my old landlord- Mr
Stauffer also Mr Roth and 
Mr Housekeeper- ac-
quaintances of old both 
now officers of the University.
I experienced deep emotion as
I walked in the places of 
our associations, – places in
which I studied and rejoiced
when unable to procure all
the food and clothing necessary
for health and comfort.
An evening call on Bro. Smoot
ended my visit.	Took
night train, via Lehigh
Valley road for the west.
	- Feb. 27 -
At 7 a.m. reached Niagara 
Falls. A two hours wait
here gave me a good oppor-
tunity (which was much
appreciated) of viewing this
wonderful cataract when
under the ice King's rule.
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appearance are surpassed
by the drapery of winter in
which now the majestic
water torrent is clothed.
Huge curtains of ice drape
the sides of the mighty
gorge; whilst the spray
rises like steam from the
cataract.
The days ride through Canada
was marked by many hin-
drances. I travelled via Grand
Trunk, and Chicago and Grand
Trunk roads. We were belated,
and though due in Chicago
at 9.10 pm., we did not
reach destination till just
before midnight.
	— Feb. 28. —
Reached the Palmer House
half hour after midnight.
Took rooms. Found letters
and telegrams from home.
The latter read "Children all
better: no need for haste before
finishing business. Maia".

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This is pleasing news. The
letters were written when the
condition of the sick ones
was critical: and wife's 
anxiety and anguish of mind
are apparent. For a day
or two the doctor thought
our sweet baby was afflicted
with diphtheria: but the
latest report is that the
suspicion is happily un-
founded. 	After a few
hours sleep I proceeded
with a few items of business;
and prepared to leave by
night train for home.
	- March 3 - Sunday.
Reached Salt Lake City at
3.25 am; hastened home: and
was blessed in finding
the sick ones greatly 
improved. Paul and Sterling
are very much better: indeed
they look very much
like their own selves again

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Our sweet daughter Zella
is still very ill: her suffer-
ings present a pitiable
spectacle. It has been neces-
sary to syringe her nostrils
many times a day, and every
such operation causes the
dear child very great
affliction. Wife is cheerful
and thankful; her recital
of the deep illness of our
little girl is most affecting.
For a time the child
seemed to be almost be-
yond hope. My heart 
is full of gratitude that
the lives of our loved ones 
are spared to us. My trust-
ful hope is that Wife will
recover her strength and
live down the effects of
the great strain upon her.
She wrote to me in the east:–
"I really think your mission
must be a very important

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one, or there would not be
such a determined effort
to make it necessary for
us to call you home before
it is accomplished." On
arriving home I learn that
the child grew worse until
Monday afternoon last, since
which time she has been 
proving better.
	-March 4-
Resumed work at the Univ-
ersity.
	-March 5-
Interview with First Pres-
idency; reported my mission,
and received the approval of
the brethren.
	- March 8 -
Monthly meeting of the
Microscopical Society of
Utah: - A very promising
meeting. All connected with
the society seem encouraged
with the prospect of a great
success.

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		March 10
At the request of the First
Presidency, I went today to
Farmington, and there attended
the memorial services due
to the recent death of Bro.
John A. Clark, – one of my
former students in the
Latter day Saints' College,
and an exemplary young
man. He died February 8,
at Haifa, Turkey, from Black
Small-pox, while laboring
as a missionary. From in-
formation thus far received,
it is supposed he was without
missionary companions at the
time and place of death. Apostle
Franklin D. Richards presided at
today's services; Apostle A. H.
Cannon, President Hess of
Davis Stake and a number
of <other> general officers of the church
were present. All the
brethren named, a number

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of local elders, and myself
addressed the assembly.
	But for this call to 
attend meeting at Farmington
I should have gone to Provo,
to attend the funeral services
of Prest. A. O. Smoot of Utah
Stake, who was buried today.
Truly a great man gone!
	At Farmington, I attended
Sabbath School, in company
with Bros. Goddard and
Whitaker of the general
Sunday School officers, and
with them took part in
addressing the assembly.
	In the evening I stopped
at Bountiful, and there, in ac-
cordance with former appoint-
ment delivered a lecture
on "Education and Higher
Education." The meeting
was held in the Tabernacle, and
a very large audience was
present. Stopped at night

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at the Sessions Boarding Hotel.
		—March 13—
Yesterday, last night and today
have been occupied in
meetings of various committees
to prepare and discuss
plans for educational pro-
visions for the constitution
of the State of Utah; this docu-
ment is now being drafted
here.
		—March 14—
According to announcements,
I lectured tonight in the
regular University popular
lecture course; subject [-]
"Geology" with demonstrations, and
stereopticon illustrations. The
subject formed one in the list
of lectures known as "The testimony
of the sciences, in favor of
theism." A very large, and an
equally appreciative audience
was present. The lecture course
is proving very successful.

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	- March 21- 
A second lecture in the very
popular public lecture course
fell to my lot tonight; sub-
ject - "The Human Body", illus-
trated with charts, manikins,
and stereopticon views, etc.
Both of my lectures in this
course – that of tonight, and
that of a week ago belong
to the subseries - the testimony
of the sciences in favor of
theism.	An excellent audience
attended tonight
		March 23
Lecture- before the Teacher's Con-
vention of Salt Lake City Co., on
"Determination of common
rocks and minerals", 
		March 24  Sunday.
Attended services, and took part
as a speaker, on the occasion
of the funeral, of Bro Soren
Iverson, – a neighbor of ours,
the one indeed from whom we bought

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the land for our home. He
died on the 21". He was a
sincere and an earnest man,
content to live a quiet un-
obtrusive life, ever ready to
extend his aid to others. An
instructive testimony was borne
at the funeral by several per-
sons independently. - Bro Iverson
has suffered many bereavements by
death, – six children grown, and
a wife having preceded him to
the spirit world. Ten years ago
this month, - after the death of his
wife, and while his youngest
son was a babe, he - the father
was taken ill, seemingly unto
death; and he petitioned the Lord
for a lease of life of 10 years, that
he might bring up his babe. The
request was granted, the infant
is healthful and strong except
for a hip affection, and the father
has been called away within a few

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Mar. 24
days of the ten year limit.
He was reconciled to death;
even eager to pass away in
fact, and he fully realized from the
first that this attack of illness
would be his last.	His eldest
living son - Heber - a former student
of mine, -- was summoned home
from his field of missionary labor
in the southern states. Heber
arrived several days before his father's
death.--
	As to the health of our
own little family, - the sick
ones are recovering rapidly. Zella
seems in the ordinary sense
out of danger; and we hope for
her full recovery. May's system
is seriously weakened by the
great strain of the last few
weeks.
		March 28
Special meeting of the University
Faculty, called at request of the
members to consider topics

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suggested by the proceedings of
the National Educational Associa-
tion at the recent Cleveland
meeting. I made an address on the
subject of the meeting.
	This evenng the last of
the University course of popu-
lar lectures for the season
was given. The course has
been attended with marked
success. Of the twelve lectures
given, eight have constituted
a sub series to which the
title, – "The testimony of the
sciences for theism" has
been given.
		March 29
Attended by invitation I a
meeting of the Committee on
Education, of the State Con-
stitutional Convention; and
addressed the Committee on the
educational needs of Utah. As
the Convention is now at work
framing a constitution for our

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March 29. 
prospective state, it is well
to watch the progress in matters
pertaining to ones special 
calling. 
		March 30,
Today the first number of our
new magazine, "The Utah
University Quarterly" left the
press. The need for such
a publication has long been
apparent to me; yet its 
preparation was opposed by 
some of our Faculty; however, 
al seem pleased now that
the number is out. The 
Regents have shown their
appreciation by offering
to meet any deficit in
funds. The primal is an
octave, 64 pages; well printer
and with a carefully selected
series of articles. 
		March 31 Sunday. 
Attended usual meetings during 
day; In evening, by appoint-

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ment went to Sugar House
Ward: and there delivered a
lecture under the auspices
of the combined Improvement
Associations: subject  "Educa-
tion and Higher Education."
	 — April 5 —
The general conference of the
church opened today. Through
University duties, I was unable
to attend any meetings but
the evening Priesthood Meeting.
A very large attendance has
marked the exercises of the
opening day.
	    — April 6 —
Morning: – meeting of the School
officers of Utah in the capacity
of a Territorial Convention, called
by the Commissioner of Schools.
In the afternoon I was asked
by Prest. Woodruff to address
the general conference in the
tabernacle, in the subject of

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		18
the evils of the tobacco habit.
I spoke as requested. This habit
is growing rapidly among
the young: and the dealers
in the weed are using
every device to catch the
youth. At this time of 
general gathering from all
parts of Utah, and adjoining
sectors, a great tobacco com-
pany has undertaken an
extensive scheme of adver-
tizing. The famous electric
search light as used at the
Columbian Fair has been
mounted on the roof of the 
Hotel Templeton overlooking
the temple block: and there
by powerful illumination at
night, the chosen brand of
cigarette is to be advertized. 
	In the early evening
I attended the organizational
meeting of the Utah Natural
History Society.

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	- April 7 - Sunday.
General Conference Meetings.
	- April 13 - 
Delivered an address before
the University Club, Salt
Lake City: subject "Geology"
illustrated by numerous views.
	- April 14 - Sunday
Went by early train to Lakeview, 
thence by "wheel" to the Farry,
where I enjoyed a pleasant
day's visit with the folks.
In the evening, went to
Provo, there to attend a meeting
held under the auspices of
the City teachers. It was in
the original program that
Hon. T. B. Lewis, Commissioner of
Schools, should be present
also, but he was prevented
through illness. I delivered
an address on "Educational 
Duties." Passed a very pleasant
time with old friends and
acquaintances. Stayed during

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night at Bro. Josiah Cluff's.
He is still suffering
greatly: seems indeed to
be stricken for death. This
evening I took part with
several other brethren in
administering to him. His
disorder is a very great
enlargement of the spleen.
(See Nov. 23, 1894: this book.)
	— April 15 —
Returned to Salt Lake City.
	— April 20 —
Delivered a lecture (illustrated
before the Teacher's Institute
of Salt Lake County: subject
"Lake Bonneville."
	Attended meetings of Committees
appointed by the Territorial
Convention of School officers
to prepare Constitution and By-
laws for the proposed State
Institute: and to prepare a
course of study for the High
Schools of Utah.

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	— April 23. —
Spent greater part of day
at the State Constitutional
Convention. The Educational
Article as proposed for the
Constitution was under con-
sideration today and in
this part of the organic
law I am, of course, par-
ticularly interested. A strong
effort has been made to
secure the union of the
University of Utah and the
Agricultural College of Utah,
the latter becoming a depart-
ment of the former; but the
effort was not successful.
It is but a revival of a
struggle waged at the sit-
ting at the last territorial
Legislature; then fully 90%
of the legislators, as today over
90% of the delegates to the
Convention, declared themselves
convinced that in the

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	    18
union of these institutions
lay the only hope of
building up a strong
educational system for
higher instruction in Utah:
and yet, through sectional
and partisan prejudices, a
great majority on each of
these occasions voted
against union.   Much
jealousy has been shown
between the "city" and the
"country" in distributing
state institutions. Salt Lake
City members seem afraid to
fight for the locating of the
combined institution as corn-
b[---]d proposed, in Salt Lake
City, thinking that by so
doing the city would lose
the state Capitol: they
have therefore opposed
union on any terms, lest the
University should be removed
from the city.   Utah is today

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too weak in population as
in available wealth to
support two institutions of
higher instruction: and the
College has thus far failed
to keep within the bounds
of its allotted purpose, – viz, the
teaching of Agriculture and
Mechanic Arts, with their
cognates; but has endeavored
to establish and maintain
scientific and literary courses
outside its proper sphere.
This has resulted in a needless
and extravagant duplication
of work, – such courses,
heavy and expensive being
carried on at both College
and University. While in
the Convention today, a very
great, and I believe unprecedented
courtesy as far as the history
of this body is concerned –
was extended to me. A
request was made that I

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address the Convention on
the subject of University
and Agricultural College.
I responded, and my words
were received with marked
courtesy. However, while
admitting that they were
convinced of the propriety
of union, most of the dele-
gates voted directly against
the movement. The location
of the separate institutions
was specified in the proposed
Constitutional Article; and
should the Constitution be
adopted as it is, the union
is made impossible except by
Constitutional amendment. Well,
this action has the merit of
banishing uncertainty, and
making us aware of the
probable future. In the un-
settled state heretofore prevail-
ing, no definite and far reaching
plans could be made.

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	—April 26—
Our darling daughter Zella 
is very ill again. Since her 
terribly severe attack of Meas-
les she has not yet had 
time to regain her strength, 
though for weeks she has 
been improving rapidly, and 
has given every promise of 
speedy and perfect recovery. 
A few days ago, however,
she was attacked by pneumonia, 
and in her weakened state, 
– a condition all the more pre-
carious through her teething 
ailments, the dread disease 
has made most alarmingly 
rapid progress. She has had 
all the care and attention 
within our power to bestow: 
yet since yesterday morning 
she has seemed to grow worse 
steadily. Bro. Chas F. Wilcox, as 
elder as much as physician, has 
been a constant attendant

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April 26.
during her illness. Leaving
my office today in the
afternoon I hastened home
and there found the sweet 
child seemingly in a dying
condition. When Dr Wilcox came,
near four o'clock, the baby's 
pulse was beating 200 times
per minutes, respiration 180,
internal temperature 103.8° F.,
while hands feet and face
were cold and blue. By
administrations and prayers,
the condition of the child was
improved: artificial stimuli
were given: yet she remained
in a very critical state for
hourse. I was under appoint-
ments to be in Nephi tomorrow:
but sending telegrams to
announce my failure to
be there, I resolved to stay
in attendance on our babe,
and to share the responsibility
of the watch with Wife, who

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has already borne more than
her part of the burden of
family illness. I took
personal charge of our sick pet
during the night, prevailing
on Maia, though against
her will to retire about mid-
night, in search of her much
needed rest. 
	-April 27-
Saturday.	This day will be 
remembered as the occasion
of one of the hardest experiences
and one of the heaviest burdens
ever sent to us. Our sweet
daughter left us this morn-
ing early: she died at 3.15
a.m. As she rallied under the
influence of administrations
and stimulants last evening
we were flushed with trustful
hope that she would be
spared to us; at 1 a.m. today,
when I called her mother
from bed to nourish the child

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the baby seemed greatly im-
proved; she gradually
weakened however, and when 
next the mother was aroused,
– at 3 a.m., the child was
evidently nearing the end.
Fifteen minutes later the
darling little one laid her
pretty head upon my shoulder
and was gone. The burden
is hard to bear: our grief is
acute, yet we try to see
as indeed we feel the
Hand of God in this sorrow
as in our joys. 
	—April 28.— Sunday.
As I think over the incidents
of our daughter's birth, and
of her short life amongst
us, as I seek in prayer
and meditation for comfort,
I see in some degree plainly
that our sweet girl has been
long appointed for death. Con-
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perfect to all appearances,
she has been assailed by
specific disorders fiercely on
several occasions. Her life
was almost terminated at
the time of her birth; there
during February last, while I
was away from home she
was brought almost unto
death. I believe that but
for the merciful acceptance
of the faith and prayers
in her behalf she would have
died then: yet she was spared
till my return, and thus the
blow was lightened in a small
measure to both wife and
myself. A more perfect or
more beautiful child is seldom
born on earth. Dear Wife May
is profoundly affected by the
deprivation, yet she bears all
in a truly brave way.
	At 11 this morning the
services incident to the funeral

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were held. It was the desire
of Wife and myself that
the exercises should be simple:
and in every respect this was
observed. The babe was angelic
in the beauty of her death-
stillness. Clad in white, she
rested in a snowy casket while
a short service was held.
The singers and pall bearers
were white robed little girls.
The speakers, who administered
words of counsel and comfort
were Elders Willard Dune, C.R. Savage,
and J.M. Tanner. 	Near 1 <one> o'clock
the earthly remains of our
darling were interred. May 
the Lord mercifully protect them:
and may He send His comfort
and peace unto h us, stricken
almost heart-broken children
as we are. 	Our daughter was
given us of God, and has been
recalled before she had opportunity
to be in the least smirched

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with the dirt of earth. Blessed
be the name of the Lord.
	- April 29 -
I feel that May is sustained
by more than human power
in her great grief. She bears
her sorrows in a truly
womanly way.
	It would be difficult to name
the friends who have sought
to aid us in our affliction.
Neighbors and acquaintances
have flocked in to help us,
and great has been the as-
sistance imparted by them. At
the funeral services our friends
represented a very wide range of
social ranks; among those
who came to add to our
comfort by the respect shown
in their presence were many of
the poorest, and a number of the
very wealthy of Salt Lake City
citizens. We are thankful for friends.

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	-April 30- 
As a matter of record I 
place here the description
of the burial lot purchased
in Salt Lake City Cemetery.
We have secured the deed
for "one rod of ground
in Salt Lake City cemetery
known and designated as
all of Lot 2 in Block C,
in Plat Central Avenue." 
Our darling child's body rests
in the south-west corner.
	 - May 2 -
Stern duty demands that we
put aside the griefs of
life to a degree consistent
with the performance of our
appointed duties.<work.> Hard as it
is to do, we have tried to
resume thus early the even
course of work. Our boys are
left to us, and great is our
joy in them. 
	Today I met with a committee

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of the City Board of Education,
and secured from that body a
great extension of Training School
facilities for the University
next year. The Board gives the
University the use of the Fremont
School, one of the finest
schools in the city,  for Training
School purposes. This is a 
great addition to our facilities.
	- May 5 - Sunday.
Attended regular meetings
Af the Prayer Circle; and
by appointment officiated at
the altar.
	- May 8 -
Attended a called meeting
of the Trustees of Young
University; an institution
first projected with the
purpose of making it the
University of the Church:
this idea was abandoned,
however, when it was 
thought well to establish

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May 8
a Church University: but,
before the Church University
was thought of, Young
University had been in-
corporated, and had ac-
quired some property. It
was not deemed wise to
incorporate the Church Univ-
ersity; then the institution
last named was suspended
by official action of the
Church authorities: and 
through all these changes
Young University has stood
an incorporated body, possess-
ed of some wealth, the
chief item of which is
the Eighteenth Ward Square, -
the tract intended by President
Brigham Young as the site of
a future educational 
institution. 	Now it is pro-
posed that Young University
change its name to Brigham
Young Institute, and that

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in its work it become af-
filiated with the Latter-day
Saints' College of this city.
I earnestly hope that this
design may be realized. 
		May 11
Long field journey today
with the Geology class.
Went by morning train to
Sandy; thence by wagon to
Little Cottonwood Canyon, as far
as Wasatch. Time was
spent in  studying the
granite and quartzite
formations of doubtfully
Archaean age; and the
glacier phenomena. A
very successful trip.
		May 18
Another delightful field day
of hard work. In company
with some of the Geology
class went early to Farmington;
and spent whole day on hills and
in the canons of that neighborhood.

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	— May 23 — 	 Thursday.
Went to Provo by morning train
and attended closing exercises
of the Brigham Young Academy.
In the afternoon the annual meeting
of the Alumni Association was
held, and by appointment
previously made I took part
in the program by delivering
an address. Attended Alumni
banquet at night.
	Wife went to Provo, with our
boys yesterday: and I had
the pleasure of her company
during the exercises of today.
She was elected a Vice
President of the Alumni
Association for the ensuing
year. 
	I staid at night with
my afflicted friend and brother
Elder Josiah Cluff. He is
somewhat better than when
I saw him last; this is
to my great joy.

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	 — May 24 —  Friday.
Sterling and I left Provo at
5 a.m. on a bicycle, and rode 
to the Farm. The folks are
fairly well: though both
Father and Mother have been
ill of late, and Sister Polly
is slowly recovering from the serious
effects of a broken collar bone.
	Returned to Provo, and took
8.30 a.m. train to Salt Lake
City: thence by Hot Springs
Ry, I proceeded to Farmington
according to previous appoint-
ment; and attended the exer-
cises incident to Graduation
Day of the Public Schools.
Delivered an address as part
of the program. The exercises
were held at Lake Park.
A very successful showing
was made by the schools; the
officers are to be congratulated.
Returned home by evening
train.

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	- May 26 -   Sunday
Usual meetings,  Prayer Circle
in Temple at 9 a.m. Tabernacle
meeting at 2: at Ward meeting
at 6.30 p.m. This evening was 
marked by Ward Conference in the
Second Ward (our ward.)
	Visited the cemetery today: the 
place has for us an interest
not felt until recently. We
now have an inheritance in that
city of silent tenants. We have
reason to be thankful that
I have had a little to do in
the line of photography. The
art has been of great assistance
to me in my scientific work;
and for years I have had a 
camera at hand. A few
months ago I yielded to an impulse
to take  snap picture of our
darling daughter: the negatives
were poor ones owing to the
baby's liveliness; and most
of the plates were destroyed.

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Two however, – one showing the
sweet child in her bath bowl:
the other taken as she sat
on her mother's knee were
saved. As no other pictures
of our departed treasure
were made we have reason
to prize these, though they
are not artistically excellent.
 	— May 27 —
A record that should have
been made sometime ago: –
By official communication
from Lehigh University, I am
informed of my election to
honorary membership in the
"Tau Beta Pi Society" of that 
institution — an organization
of graduates of the University
who are in any way prominent.
I cannot feel that I really
belong in such distinguished
company. In the election I am
the more honored by being associated
with Dr Drown, —Lehigh's new
President.

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–May 30–
Decoration day. Family and I
joined the mournful throng
at the cemetery and placed
flowers upon the grave of
our darling daughter. This 
is the first anniversary of this
day which has had special
interest for us. 
		–June 5.–
This evening I officiated in a
marriage ceremony joining
in wedlock Mr William
Reid and Miss Lucile Young
daughter of Brother La Grande
Young. The marriage was
celebrated at the residence
of the bride's parents, Red
Butte Hollow, on the outskirts
of the city. Great preparation
had been made for the event:
it was a very impressive affair,
scarcely noticed for simplicity,
- there were bridesmaids, and
groomsmen, the bride in veil,

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the wedding procession led
by my unsuited self banks
and festoons of flowers, floral
canopies etc.    It was 
with surprise that I learned
of my selection as the one
to officiate in this solemn
ceremony: but the family good
naturedly insisted I have
always been both to assume
the duties of local officers in
the priesthood. I recognise
the authority to perform
marriage ceremonies given
through my ordination: the
has been decided in similar
cases by the courts; yet I
have never felt that I 
possessed the right to so offici-
ate except by special appointment.
In the case reported above, I
declined to accept the invitation
unless Prest. Woodruff approved;
that worthy leader being con-
sulted on the subject, promptly

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urged me to perform the
ceremony: and gave his
approval to my officiating
in such rites at other
times.            (See below.)
           	–June 6–
Wife and I attended Theatre
tonight to witness Elensinia –
– the Greek festival of flowers 
and fruits. The performance
was given under the direc-
tion of Miss Balcock our 
instructor at the University
in physical culture; and 
was for the benefit of
the University Athletic Asso-
ciation. A merit[--]s re-
presentation, worthy of a 
larger audience.
	_____________
June 5 continued. Attended
during morning the Com-
mencement. Exercises of the
Latter day Saints' College, which
were held in our old home

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– the Social Hall. The General
Board of Education had decided,
on recommendation of the Board
of Examiners to confer on Bro.
Evan Stephens the degree
of Bachelor of Didactics in
Musical Science, and by
direction of Prest. Woodruff
I officiated at the College
exercises today, and bestowed
the degree.   For Bro. Stephens
and his work I have the
most profound respect.
He is worthy of the honor
given today.
	—June 8.—
This week has been marked
by an unusual press of
work incident to the closing
of the University year.
	   —June 9—	Sunday.
The last Sabbath before
Commencement day, — the one
day of the year suitable
for the Baccalaureate sermon,

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and this by appointment
was delivered tonight at
the Theatre. The occasion
marked a departure in usual
proceeding at the University
of Utah, but the success
attending tonight's exercises
is likely to make the in-
stitution a permanent one.
In spite of little advertizing, and
many counter attractions, the
great auditorium was filled
with an unexpectedly large
and a highly cultured audience.
I officiated as speaker and
delivered a sermon of an
hour's length.
	— June 10 —
In the evening attended
a reception given by the
Faculty of the University
to students and alumni. I
have long felt that the
social spirit might be
cultivated to good advantage

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among teachers and pupils, and
it was resolved by the Faculty
to give the students a final
pleasant reunion before they
separate for the season.
	—June 11—
The last regular Faculty meeting
of the academic year was
held today. The year toward
which I looked forward with
deep forebodings has passed
so rapidly as to rob me
of the sense of its passage,
and with success in work far
beyond expectation I acknowledge
most heartily the Hand of the
Lord in the support that I
have felt. A more united
Faculty I have never been
associated with: they are
all devoted to the interests
of the institution. Surely the
Lord has most bountifully
granted me the blessings
prayed for and more beside.

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The harmony and union
so characteristic of the
teaching force has been
reflected in the feeling
between students. There
seems to be a true brotherly
and sisterly feeling amongst
our academic family; and
this is truly a mark of
divine favor.
	– June 12 –
University day. At 10.30 a. m,
the Commencement Exercises
were held at the Salt Lake
Theatre. The affair was in
every respect pleasant and
seemingly satisfactory to all
concerned. Thirty-nine students
were graduated from the three
years' course of the Normal
School; and nine students
took the baccalaureate degree,
– seven bachelors of science,
one bachelor of letters,
and one bachelor of arts.

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In the evening the Alumni
Banquet was held at
the University building.
Wife and I attended. It
was as occasion of wit
and brilliancy.
	So ends the formal service
of the academic year, –a
year of close application and
pleasing success, in which
the assistance of divine
power has been apparent
from the first. To that
great power due thanks
are rendered from my heart.
	—June 13— 
Field Day of the Athletic
Association of the University:
attended portion of the exer-
cises at Calder's Park.
	—June 19. — (<Omission: see> next page but one)
Attended wedding reception
of our colleague Prof. Marshall.
He has married one of our
students, Miss Allie Davis.

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	—June 21—Went to Springville and at-
tended the "Commencement
Exercises" of the Public Schools
of Utah County. By previous
appointment I delivered an
address to the graduating
class. In the afternoon,
after the dinner which fol-
lowed the formal exercises,
I was conducted by Bishop
Jas. Tuckett, and his col-
league in business, Bro. John
Wardsworth to the upper part
of Springville Cañon, where we
examined an extensive de-
posit of concretionary marble.
Returning to Springville at
7 p. m. I took my bicycle and
rode to Provo Bench, spending
the night with the folks!
	  — June 22 —
Visited friends in Provo, and
returned home by the
evening train.

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			June 14 
(Omission:– not transcribed in place
from pocket diary)
Anniversary of our wedding day,–
Seven years we have been
wedded; and this is the fourth
anniversary of the event which
I have had the pleasure of
spending at home with Wife.
Three years ago today I
wrote "Two sweet sons bless
our home," and today I can
but add "a sweet daughter visited
us for a season but speedily
returned to her heavenly abode."
The years of our married life
have been marked by joy
and sorrow; but for the years
and for all they have brought
I am thankful.
This has been a happy
day to me; my heart cannot
contain meet gratitude for
my wife, sons, and home;
the great blessings of my life.

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	— June 23 —  Sunday
Left for the South under
appointment to attend the
Sevier County Summer School
and Teacher's Institute. Reached
Salina at 9.05 p. m, and
found an audience in waiting
for a lecture which had been
announced for this hour.
Spoke on the subject, "Edu-
cation and Higher Education."
The reception and treatment
accorded me were most pleasing.
Spent night at the White
House.
	 — June 24 —
At 6.30 a. m. I was on the
road for Richfield. Kindly
received by the school author-
ities. The school and Institute
is attended by an enthusiastic
body of teachers. By ap-
pointment I lectured in
the afternoon on "The Teacher
as instructor and pupil."

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As soon as the session
closed I set out for Monroe
and lectured there at night,
to a large audience; - subject
- "Education, general and special"
Was entertained by Bishop Orson
Magleby, – a formerly <a> student
of the Brigham Young Academy.
		— June 25 —
Through the courtesy of Bishop
Magleby and others I was
able to spend the fore part
of the day, – until 2 p. m, in
Monroe cañon, studying the
geological formations. Then
followed a visit to the
Hot Springs, for which the
place is noted. Four of the
brethren accompanied me on
the trip. Returned to Rich-
field, and lectured before the
Teachers' Institute on "School
Cabinets." At night I lectured
before a general audience, —
large and enthusiastic, – on

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"Education and Atheism".
Spent night at Wright Hotel.
		June 26
At 7 a.m. was on the road
to Salina: took morning
train, and reached home at
6 p.m.
		June 30
Sunday. In the evening
according to previous ap-
pointment I delivered a
lecture in Twelfth Ward
Chapel, subject "Education
and Infidelity."
		July 1
Wife went to Provo today, I
was myself detained from
going to attend the funeral
of Bro. Josiah Cluff's eldest
daughter Aggie. She died
suddenly. Surely the hand
of trouble rests heavily on
that household. Bro. Cluff
himself is low with a
seemingly incurable disease.

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	— July 2 —
Delivered a public lecture
at the University under
the auspices of the Sum-
mer School on "Among the
Glaciers," with stereopticon
views.
	— July 4 —
Wife and children left home
last evening for Alpine;
I went down this morning,
to American Fork by train,
thence by wheel to Alpine.
Arrived in time to take part
in the patriotic celebration
of the day. By request I
delivered a short address.
Pleasant day's visit with
May's relatives. In evening
I rode by bicycle to Provo.
visiting a hour or two with
the folks on the way. Called
upon Bro. and Sis. Cluff in Provo.
Reached home by midnight
train.

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		July 7	Sunday.
Left home by Union Pacific
train 7 p. <a> m. eastward bound
en route for Denver. My pur-
pose in undertaking the
journey is to attend the
National Educational Associa-
tion meeting for the year 1895.
On the same train travelled
Hon. T. B. Lewis Territorial Com-
missioner of Schools, Elder William
Done, and several other friends
		July 8
Arrived in Denver at 7.15 a.m.
After considerable trouble in
searching for hotel accom-
modations, our little party
of Utonians located f ourselves
at the Drexel House.
	Attended morning and
afternoon sessions of the
National Council of Education
(see note book). In evening
we visited the geological
gardens and theatre at
Manhattan Beach.

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	- July 9 -
This day marked the opening
of the general sessions of the
Association. Attended all
meetings. I was very desirous
of taking part in the
discussion following some
of the papers but in spite
of the by-laws supple-
mented by official an-nouncements that after
the addresses, and the
allotted discussions by
appointed leaders, general
discussion is united, no
time ever remains for
such general participation. 
	 - July 10 - 
General session during
the forenoon; Department
of Secondary Education in
afternoon: general session
in evening. Attended all
Utah is well represented as
to numbers; but a painful

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determination on the part
of the City Superintendent
of Salt Lake City, and his
teacher is apparent to make
it seem that Utah is
but an insignificant
fraction of Salt Lake City.
Rooms have been opened
in the Brown Palace Hotel
under the entrance sign
Utah Headquarters; this
is scarcely a proper desig-
nation. The officers and
teachers of the city schools
are "imported" teachers, and
their effort is to convey an
idea that Utah men
and women have done nothing.
The Territorial Commissioner
of Schools, the President of
the Agricultural College,
the City Superintendent of Ogden
schools, and other officers
and teachers are loud in
their complaints, and I have

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had to counsel moderation
and toleration from them.
The City Supt. of Salt Lake City,
by personal lobbying exer-
cised before our arrival
secured his own appoint-
ment on the Nominating
Committee; he then nominated
the Principal of the City High
School as the Utah member
of the Board of Directors
N.E.A., and these directors
among other functions
nominate the members to
fill vacancies in the
National Council of Education. 
	- July 11 -
My name was announced
among the Vice Presidents
of the Association, a 
purely honorary appoint-
ment thanks to our City
Supt. I declined the office
and seemed the appointment
of Commissioner T.B. Lewis to
the office. Attended the

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general session in forenoon,
Witnessed an exhibition by
the Fire Dept; at 2 p.m:
meeting of the Department
of Higher Education at 3 p.m.
Conference of Presidents of
State Universities at 5:30 p.m.
general session at 8 p.m.,
and a public reception
in parlors of Brown Palace
Hotel at 10 p.m. Attended all.
The conference of University
Presidents in the meeting
I have come particularly and
officially to attend.  I was
appointed on a Committee of
three to propose a plan
of work. 
	- July 12 -
Early morning meeting of
the Committee last described.
General session of the N.E.A.
at 9:45 a.m. Another
Committee meeting at 1: Con-
ference of Presidents at 2,

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Higher Education depart-
ment at 3; closing session
of the Association at 8 p. m.
	"A very successful meeting"
is the general verdict con-
cerning the N. E. A. gather-
ing. The weather has
been unfavorable; rain nearly
every day and a very low
temperature. Overcoats have
been in demand.
	- July 13 -
Left for home by 8.30 a. m.
Denver and Rio Grande
train. Several of the friends
and acquaintances made
during the meeting were
on board. 
	- July 14 -
Reached home by 3.30 p. m.
Found Wife and children
well. In the evening we all
attended Sacrament meeting
in the Second Ward. By call of
the Bishop I addressed the
assembly.

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	- July 15 - 
Today the stated quarterly
meeting of the University
Board of Regents was
held, the meeting having
been adjourned from last
Monday on account of my
absenced. My first annual
report as the President of the
University of Utah was pre-
sented today. The Regent
express satisfaction with the
work of the year; and for
this, but far more for
the assistance of the
divine power which has
made success possible I
am profoundly thankful.
I certainly feel encouraged
by the spirit of liberality
and the willingness shown
by the Board to extend all
possible and in our work.
The department of Geology
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appropriation which, with the
addition of help promised
by the Church authorities
through the medium of the
Deseret Museum, will make
possible some field work
during the present vacation
and subsequent parts of
the year. 
	- July 16 -
Began plans and work
in preparation for scientific
labor during a few of
the remaining vacation
weeks. A man was sent
southward to provide horses
and other equipment at
Salina, which point we are
to make our starting station
for work in the Plateau
Region. 
	- July 18. -
The "University of Utah and
Deseret Museum Scientific
Expedition" was organized today,

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		18
We purpose starting on
the 22."
	- July 22 - Monday.
Party left Salt Lake City by
2:30 p.m. train, en route for
Salina. In all ten started: -
Prof. Matthews, Instructor Neal,
Major H.C. Hill, and Messr's.
Chamberlin, Woodbury, Riter,
Poulsen, Forsberg, and Doxey and
myself. Two of these will 
probably leave the party
before the journey is completed.
Arrived at Salina at 9 p.m.,
most of the party camped in
a hay yard; three others and
myself stayed at the White
House.
	- July 23 -
Left Salina on the way to Fish
Lake; one wagon with team
and two saddle horses were pro-
vided,  all too small an outfit
for the party, but where it
was ordered we supposed

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that but five instead of ten
would go. Major Hill and Prof
Mathews hired a buggy; Mr.
Neal and myself took saddle
horses, the rest took the heavy
wagon. Made but slow progress.
Camped about two miles from
Burnville.
	- July 24 -
Pioneer Day. We had hoped
to spend the whole of this
day at Fish Lake, but yesterday's
travel closed when we were
fully 10 or 12 miles from the
Lake. Rose early this morning
engaged an extra team to assist
in hauling our load up the 
mountain. Reached the south
end of the Lake by noon; traveled
to the north end and went into
camp by the outlet. We were
much pleased to find Bros. Henry
Hayes of Richfield, Jacob Magleby
of Monroe, Rev. Wm. Stoopes, Dr. Stiff
and other friends at the Lake.

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Spent latter part of the day
fishing; and with fair success.
This mountain lake is a charm-
ing resort, and many families
spend the summer here.
	- July 25 -
Major Hill left camp this
morning, returning to Salina,
and Bro. F.W. Young went on
to Fremont, there to prepare
for our start with pack team.
The party separated for the day
some going fishing, others
hunting, and the rest on
geological quests. I took horse
early and in company with
Bro. Hayes rode to the head of
"Seven Mile Creek" studying
there the excellent glacial
deposits. A short time was
devoted to hunting with the
result of our taking to camp
a good meal of game. Fishing
claimed our attention during
the evening hours.

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	- July 26 -
The nights here are cold; the
dew fall is abundant, and every
morning we wake to find
bedding and camp outfit
covered with hoar frost. However,
we sleep well. In company with
Bro. Jacob Magleby of Monroe,
Mr. Neal and myself visited Seven
Mile Flat, securing a number
of excellent specimens and
photographs. In the evening
the party spent some time
fishing: Neal and myself climbed
the hills on each side of the
Fremont River Gate, and
secured excellent photographs
and sketches of the meandering
river as it winds through
Johnson Flat. Work is in
progress toward the construction
of a reservoir, and the river
bed will soon be hidden
from view. We are fortunate in
securing pictures.

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	   —July 27—
Neal and I started early on
geological quest whilst the
party prepared to break
camp. Started at 10 am.
reached Fremont at 5; collecting
on the way. Hired Mr Sorenson
to take team and wagon and
convey part of our load over
the mountain,– or rather 
the plateau, for in reality there
are no mountains in our course.
	With characteristic hospitality
of which I have had many 
evidences in the past. Bro.
F.W. Young and family in-
sisted on our taking dinner
with them: then we went 
into camp on Bro. Young's 
land. Arrangements are being
made for our equipment. An order
from the office of the Presiding
Bishop for ten horses to be
furnished our party has pro-
duced quite a hurry here; but

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the promises are that the
horses will be furnished.
As to quality of horseflesh
we can say little of an en-
couraging nature from what
we have thus far seen. If
the church horses,  those turned
in for tithing are fair sam-
ples of the horses of this
region, an improvement in
stock is needed.
Enjoyed a pleasant evening
visit with Sister Young and
family. Many people
here, who have heard of our
proposed journey, have expressed
fear for the result on account
of the scarcity of water. They
report to us ominous dreams,  and
the same premonitions of ill were
reported at home,  friends and
wife having dreamed of death
befalling my unworthy self on
the trip. No member of our party
has any such forebodings; on

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the contrary, all are very
hopeful and resolute. I have
none but bright thoughts, though
knowing well the prospective
hardships of the trip. We feel
that we can rely on the
protection of a Divine power
for we think we are in the
line of duty. 
	- July 28 - Sunday -
Attended regular afternoon meeting.
At the request of the Bishop
Prof. Mathews and I had consented
to speak this afternoon: but,
finding that home missionary
appointments had been made
for the meeting, we insisted
that the missionaries should
be assured the time. After
they had spoken, however, the
Professor and I addressed the
people in turn. A very pleasant
evening was spent by the
party at the residence of
Brother F.W.Young. It is my

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sorrowful duty to record the
serious illness of one of our party
Bro. J. T. Woodbury has been
stricken down with a severe
attack of fever,  probably
of the malarial type,  commonly
called Mountain Fever. He
was taken with care to Bro.
Young's residence; there we
administered to him, and treated
him by simple means.
		July 29
This morning Bro. Chamberlin
of Salt Lake City, fell ill of fever
Bro. Woodbury and he request
that they be allowed to remain here
until able to return home. Much
as we dislike to part from them,
it would seem to be after all
the wisest course that they return
rather than brave the dangers
of the desert in a weakened state.
Bro. Young promises to convey them
to Salina himself, and see them
safely on the train for home.

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	Spent forepart of day in
studying the foundations of
the neighborhood photographing
and collecting specimens. Pushed
forward our preparations for
departure. It had been our
intention to leave today. but
the sickness of two of our
party has detained us.
		July 30
Woodbury and Chamberlin are
somewhat better today and
are urging that they be
taken home without delay
Bro. Young intends preparing
beds in a wagon to convey
them over the mountain
At 10 a.m. we broke camp, bidding
goodbye to Fremont and our
friends there. Bro Eckersley, Stake
Clerk and Bro Irvin Tanner who
has been engaged as our attendant
to look after the horses accom-
panied us. In all therefore
nine men compose the party

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at present: we take with us
nine riding animals and six
pack horses. Interesting
journey across the Thousand
Lake Mountain, to the head of
the Desert. Went into camp at
4 p.m., after 18 mile ride, camping
at base of a majestic igneous
cliff, rising through the sed-
imentaries. Heavy storm on the
way completely drenched us all.
After supper, Neal, Eckersley, and
myself ascended the mesa to
make observation and measurement
on certain formations and to
survey the region from an
eminence. The result of the great
erosion is most imposing.
The mesa tops stand at an
average height (by barometric
measurement) of 300 to 500 feet
above the desert floor. Gorgeous
palaces, majestic temples, stately
cathedrals, towering castles with
battlements and towers abound.

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A rain storm, with rolling
thunder and sharp lightning
added to the grandeur of the
scenes. I was so impressed
with the beauty of the sur-
roundings that I could scarcely
take my notes.  We strayed
far from camp, and tarried too
long amid the wonders, so that
darkness fell as we began
our return.  One of the party
who had climbed a knoll
which afforded a commanding
view, pointed out a certain point
indicating as he claimed, the
way to camp. Against my
own judgment I yielded to his
positive statements, with the
result that we wandered far
and farther from our camp. The
vivid lightning was of use to us
for often it revealed precipices
and chasms right in our path.
At last the storm abated, the
moon shone forth, and we again

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found our bearings.  We reached
camp very late to our own relief,
and that of the rest of the party
who had grown very uneasy, and
had kept up a series of signals 
whistles and pistol firing for home
before our return.
	- July 31 - 
Neal, EcKersley, Poulsen <Durley> and self.
started from camp at 5.05 a.m.
and ascended the mesa intending
to secure pictures of the erosion.
temples at sunrise.  We hoped
to return to camp for breakfast,
but as a precaution against
hunger from a possible delay
we took a few crackers each in
his pocket.  One of the party
reported a means of return by
way of the desert  through
the washes instead of over the
mesas.  Doxey returned to camp
before we descended, the rest
of us continued on what proved
to be an instructive though

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arduous journey. The desert
path was long and tedious.
It was nearly 3 p.m., when 
we reached camp, weary and
worn. Neal was quite ill. But
for the water pockets in the 
rocks,– filled from last nights 
storm we would have fared
very much worse.  Kept in
camp during afternoon by a 
violent rain storm.  We were
thankful for the shelter of a 
delapidated cabin, the roof once
of boughs now mostly of fresh
air. We stretched our canvas
bed covers over the leaky roof
and so secured some protection.
In evening we visited and 
studied an igneous dike in
the neighborhood.
	   —Aug. 1—
Very early breakfast: then the
whole party except EcKersley
rode to the most interesting
localities; viewing, sketching,

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and photographing the erosion
movements. One group I named
"Temples of the Desert," another
"Desert Synagogues"; a great
Tower was designated "Watch
Tower of the Wilderness" Kept
very busy in making observa-
tions and collecting specimens
Broke camp at 4 p.m., riding
to a spring  which proved to
be of alkaline water, about 7
miles down the desert.
		Aug. 2.
Neal, Eckersley, Riter and self left
camp early, and rode to some of
the erosion monuments in the
neighborhood, visiting also a
most interesting occurence of
intrusive igneous dikes amongst
sedimentaries. Broke camp at 11 a.m.,
proceeding southward, by way of
the Selenite location from which
the Deseret Museum has taken
about fifty tons of fine crystals.
Reaching the Fremont River in the

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main canyon, we followed the
stream up about two miles,
camping at the foot of a
steep trail leading to a mesa
where the horses could be safely
kept.  Learning the packs, we
traveled up the river, visiting
and exploring several of the side
gullies and chasms, and spending
some time in the Grand Wash,
and the Iron Spring Wash.  Returned
to camp about 9 p.m.
	Considerable trouble was experienced
today through the quick sands
and mud holes along the beds of
the washes.  One of our horses
fell in, and was rescued with
great difficulty; it seemed that
the packs alone prevented him
from sinking out of sight.
		Aug 3
Morning start down the river.
Reached Cainesville at 2 p.m.
Bro. Eckersley rode ahead of
the party, and made arrangments

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for one camp, securing a good
pasture for the horses, and for
ourselves the use of a deserted
school house, and bowery. The
people gave us ample proofs
of their hospitable nature very
soon after our arrival. Passing
a house on the way, we saw
a man standing outside the
door with a bucket in his hand.
- he had learned from EcKersley of
our coming and had gathered
a gallon of apricots and peaches
for us. At Cainesville the people
sent us green corn, radishes, onions,
cucumbers, potatoes, bread, milk
and other delicacies.
	Three fresh horses were secured,
and Tanner, Neal and myself
started for the north west desert,
leaving our own horses to rest and
recuperate. I went to examine
a Selenite foundation which
was reported as existing in
the region, the location of which

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Tanner claimed to know. We
rode from 12 to 15 miles, but our
guide was unable to find the
deposit We searched until
dark; then returned to camp.
The evening ride was im-
pressive – the moonlight trip
through the Cainesville Wash
being particularly interesting.
	    —Aug 4,—	  Sunday,
Though a paper that reaches
my hand this morning, I
learn of the death of my
beloved friend Bro. Josiah Cluff,
who departed this life a week
ago yesterday. Bro Cluff has
been ill a very long time; yet
we have felt to cling to him
through the bonds of faith. Now
he has gone beyond earthly sufferings.
For the first time, several
years ago, and on a number
of occasions later, Bro. Cluff
has requested of me that
if I was within reach when

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he passed away, I would
attend his funeral, and
preach the funeral sermon.
Whenever I have left home
during the course of his
illness he has reminded me
of his request and my promise,
but this time he felt reasonably
willing thinking that he would
live till after my return; and
he has passed from earth
when I was away, and could
not hear of his demise until
long after it had occured.
My acquaintance with him
has convinced me that he is
a good man: and one whom
the Lord has sorely chastened.
But a few weeks ago his eldest
child was taken to the grave,
and this marks the fourth
or fifth time the eldest child
has gone.  May the Lord comfort
Sister Cluff and all who are
left behind.  Peace be theirs.

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	We attended meeting this
afternoon and by request of
the presiding officers, Elder
Eckersley, Prof. Mathews, and
myself addressed the assembly.
The services were held under
an artificially constructed bowery
roof. In the evening I delivered
a lecture in the same place
on "Stimulants and Narcotics."
After the evening meeting
Bishop Hanks, Elder Eckersley
and I were kept busy admin-
istering to the sick, particularly
children.
	- August 5 
Broke camp early, and started
for the Henry Mountains. Bp.
Hanks kindly offered to
accompany us to the mountains.
Our train this morning
comprises 10 riders and 16 horses.
Reached the foot of Mount Ellen
early in afternoon but, failing
to find water as hoped for,

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we had to continue along the
north and west faces of the
Marvine Laccolite till we
found the springs.  The ride
has been full, 25 miles  and
no stop was made on the
way.  This day's course has
been a true desert journey,
part of the stretch has
been ever a region devoid of
even the vestiges of vegetation
A pleasant camping place
was found, with one severe
disadvantage  the scarcity
of feed for the animals in
immediate proximity. 
	- August 6 -
Bp. Hanks left for home this
morning, going however by a very
circuitous route so as to point out
to our men the best, and it
would seem almost the only
course from the Henry Mts. to
Waterpocket Canon.  The Bishop
has led his people of Caneville

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		18
Ward in courtesy and substan-
tial kindness to our party.  His
ride, purely for the purpose of
assisting us on our way is not
short of 75 miles.  But for
his guidance here we would have
had much difficulty in finding
water.  Our horse tender Tanner
accompanied the Bishop today
to learn the way: he returned
to camp about dark. Neal and
myself rode some distance
with them, then left their
course and devoted the time
until 3 p.m. examining the
formations of Mounts Ellen
and Pennel. The lacolitic for-
mations, in the development
of which Gilbert has made
himself and the Henry Mts.
famous, are well shown.
Returning to camp, we turned
our horses to seek food, and
continued our work afoot,  this
from a sense of mercy to the

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animals, food being so scarce.
Neal and Fosberg went by
direction to Mount Ellen, ex-
ploring the flanks, gathering
specimens, and in their return
making a full report.  Ponlam,
Eckersley and myself went to
the eastern edge of the Marvine
Laccolite, making photographs
and collecting specimens.
Doxey obtained permission to
indulge his hobby hunting
being warned however of the
reported scarcity of game.  With
a companion he started out full
of hope: but after a couple
of hours returned with a disconsolate
air; reporting that the men
who wrote about the absence
of game in the Henries, seemed
to know what they were talking
about.  I agree with Gilbert
that none but geologists are
likely to regard the Henry Mts.
as a desirable resort.  The

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un-geological part of our
company remained in camp,
reading, resting, sleeping; they
report this as  a very successful
day: and so do the workers.  My
labors have been rendered somewhat
unpleasant for a few days past,
- and particularly today, through
the pain of a sprained knee.
	- Aug 7 -
Doxey left us this morning
intending to return home by
way of Caneville Fremont, and
Salina.  When he joined the
party it was with the under-
standing that he would have
to withdraw soon after the
6" of August: however he had
intended severing his connection
with the company at Escalante
which point we had hoped
to reach by this time.  We have
found so much to interest
us on the way however that
we have well delayed.  I am

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sorry to see Mr Doxey leave: he
is a studious man: nevertheless
his personal peculiarities which
one generally of a brusque and an
aggressive nature may cause
offense with those who know
him but slightly.
	This morning we broke camp,
and proceeded a few miles south-
ward and eastward to Cottonwood
Spring, – where according to
the reports of scouts sent out
yesterday better horse feed is
obtainable.  Heavy wind storm,
with a considerable fall of rain
kept us in camp part of the
day.  Neal, Forberg, and EcKersley
ascended Mount Ellen, collecting
specimens and making baromet-
rical readings.  Prof. Matthews,
Riter and myself started toward
the Jukes Laccolite, but as the
way increased in roughness.
my two companions manifested a
desire to return.  I continued alone

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and made a long tour, partly
climbing, and entirely circum-
scribing the Marvine. Storms
continued during the afternoon:
Ellen put on a robe and a
wreath of clouds: the thunders
and lightnings added grandeur
to the scene.	The mountain
flanks are covered with scrubby
cedar and pine, - the upper
third of Mts. Ellen and Pennel,
and I suppose also of the other
peaks, are bare. Sometimes these
trees attain very considerable
size, - my bed is made under
a majestic cedar, probably 25 ft.
high, 7 ft. diam circumference
at base, and shading an area
of 100 ft. circumference. In
places the slopes are so
heavily timbered as to make
progress difficult. The roar
of the wind through these
forests resembles the noise of
ocean waves and storm.

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The night was chilly: and a
brisk camp fire proved very
alluring
	- August 8 -
On account of the very poor
feed for our animals here
to be found, I consider it
necessary that we cut short
our stay in the Henry Mts.
Relying upon the assurances
of men who profess to be
well acquainted with these
mountains, we expected to
find good feed and therefore
dispensed with grain. Our
animals are suffering.
Broke camp early; made a 
twenty-five mile ride, and camped
at nightfall on Sandy Creek.
Lunched in the midst of a 
sand storm. Water at noon
and that by which we camped
at night  actually thick
with mud. Very poor feed again
for horses. Bro. Eckersley left

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us today, going from Sandy
Creek to Pleasant Creek on
his way home. He has been
with us since we left
Fremont, and has proved
himself an earnest observer
and student, and an efficient
aid to us in our camp ar-
rangements. We regret to have
him leave. 	
	- Aug. 9 -
Broke camp at 8 a.m. travelled
with an intermission of an
hour and a half until 6 p.m.
This has been perhaps the
most trying day of the trip
so far. Our journey lay
along the bed of the farmers
Water-pocket Flexine or
Canon, our desire being to
find a passage through
the western wall, which
rises to a height of several
hundred feet, as the back
slope of a steep [---]nial fold.

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We had been informed that
a through way would be
found about 4 miles beyond
a certain divide or watershed;
we traveled 5 hours at a good
gait and found no break
in the rampart. The face
of a second eastern dipping
monocline walled us in on the
east, and the canon continually
narrowed as we proceeded southward.
Mile after mile we followed the
walls; the heat was oppressive
water an unknown occurrence
except for the little we brought
from last night's camp in our
canteens, and that of very bad
quality. One of the party had
still a pint or so of water
from the Henry Mt. Spring by
which we camped the last
day of our stay there: and this
was precious liquor. At one
o'clock we found a little water
in holes a pockets in a deep

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gulch, from a pint to a
few gallons in the various de-
pressions: but the water was
dirty, and strongly impregnated
with alkali. The horses could
not get down to it, and the
poor creatures suffered, but
for the little we could offer
in a bucket. One of the
animals is ill, and for a time
we feared we would have to
leave him; such a necessity
would have been a dangerous
calamity to us. We are well
supplied with some food staples
- flour and dried fruits, but
our other provisions, particularly
canned goods are very short.
I note these  as a preface
to what follows  all the men
evinced the greatest satisfaction
with what is truly a hard
experienced. I heard one of them
singing in a very affecting,
manner "Home, Sweet Home,"

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and I surprised another as I
rode up behind, humming
the time "There's a land that
is fairer than this."  I sympathize
with those who are not greatly
and specially interested in the
work of the expedition geology
for the hardships of the trip
must lack for therein the chief
compensation. However all were
warned before they came. At six
o'clock, two  of the men who
had been sent to follow the
wall of the slope in search
of water, came with the report
that they had found several
large waterpockets. We went into
camp at the base of the
monocline with a series of
large waterpockets rising above
us. The animals rushed into the
lowest, and largest of the pockets
(41 feet across 5 ft deep) without
care of saddles or packs. A care-
ful examination revealed 26 pockets

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rising as on terraces above us.
The feed for animals, while not
excellent is fair. The spirits of
the men rose to a high degree
of pleasure – quite a contrast
with the feelings most prevalent
during the day. We enjoyed
the luxury of a bath in
one of the pockets, – a luxurious
tub hewn in the solid stone;
water four feet deep: tub 16 ft.
by 8 ft., with a seat properly
arranged just under water. I
have made the entry for this
day sitting upon the rock
with a candle held in one
hand. 
	 — Aug. 10 —
A busy day. Tonight we
find ourselves at the same
camping place as last night,
though we have traveled a 
full twenty miles since
morning. Early today, our
scout – Tanner was sent

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to reconnoitre for a passage
westward through the wall;
he reported that by retracing
our course of yesterday for a 
mile we could enter a canon
through the wall; and that he
had followed the passage far
enough to convince him there
was no doubt of our being
able to get through. We fol-
lowed the water out way till
stopped by the closing up
of the canon: Tanner  and I
followed another division of
the canon finding water
for the thirsty animals, and
clearly demonstrating the impractica-
bility of proceeding farther. We
returned therefore to last nights
place by the water-pockets;

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where we have plenty of water,
and fair feed for the horses.
The day has been a fruitful
one to me: I have learned much
of the structure of the Waterpocket
Flexure wall, to study which
was the chief object of my
journey south from the Henry
Mts; we have secured a number
of find photographs, and
have collected many specimens.
Our object is to study the
formations, not simply to
traverse the country. However,
had I known that the proposed
passage westward was im-
practicable the pack animals
would have rested today, while
we examined the formations. However
we are in a good place for Sunday
rest.
	- Aug 11 -		Sunday.
Remained in camp, spending the
day as a time of rest. As the
party has been sometime without

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meat, and some of the men seem
to be growing tired of our monot-
onous fare of  scones and dried
apples, I put aside my aversion
for killing, and went out last
evening in search of game. The
doves come in numbers to the
waterpockets at night, and I suc-
ceeded in killing enough for this
morning's breakfast, much to the
delight and appreciation of the
company. Prof. Mathews' appetite
has been somewhat precarious; and
my own health has been slightly
disturbed  it is now over 36 hours
since I have retained any solid 
food; but in general all are well,
and of high spirits. The day
has been spent in rest and reading.
In the afternoon all came together
and Prof Mathews led in reading the
scriptures and prayer.	Tanner, our
scout was sent to investigate the
practicality or impracticability of
our making our way through the

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Waterpocket wall further south.
He reports this afternoon no pas-
sage. It is necessary that I cut
short work in this interesting
region. We purpose returning
northward tomorrow, thence
passing west from the Sandy
to Boulder Creek.
	- Aug 12 -
Very early start. The day was
cool and pleasant for travel,
sky clouded, occasional sprinkles
of rain. We made a through
ride to Sandy Creek; in
the bed we found pockets of
water. After  two hours
rest we were again on the
march, and at night we camped
on the bank, of Pleasant
Creek. Today's ride by a
conservative estimate  cannot
be far short of 40 miles. At
night we found ourselves within
a mile of a human habitation,
by sending a man to the same

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we were able to purchase some
milk and cheese, – highly esteemed
luxuries for us.
	—Aug. 13—
Last night was a stormy one.
There was little indication of
rainfall until most had retired:
then the storm broke upon us
suddenly. We hastily tried to
cover our instruments and
camp supplies with canvas; then 
returned to our blankets, <which> by this
time were soaking wet, as also
were ourselves. There was little
sleep in camp this night. The
creek – Pleasant Creek, turbid enough
last evening, swelled to a 
roaring torrent of water and
sand. Toward morning the
storm abated. We made an
early start, riding up the creek.
During the forenoon we came to
a few houses, with fine gardens
in an amphitheatre of the 
stream. A man was sent in to

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negotiate for the purchase of
vegetables. The good people of the
house, learning what party
we were immediately came out to
welcome us. The owner of the
place proved to be Patriarch
Ephraim Hanks, a gentleman of
whom I have heard much, and
whom I was very glad to meet.
The pleasure of meeting seemed
to be mutual. Here too we were
pleased to meet again Bishop Hanks
of Canesville to whom we are
indebted for so many favors.
(See entries for Aug 4, 5, & 6.) We were
treated to fruit, milk, buttermilk
etc., and were given potatoes
and corn to carry with us. Our
offers of payment were pleasantly
refused. Mid-day halt today
was an interesting one. A torrent
of rain was falling most of the
time: we were far away from
any shelter. Tried to eat lunch
under cover of mackintoshes and

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canvas. Leaving Pleasant Creek (which
is named on map Tantalus Creek), we
followed a branch of the main
stream, the tributary being known
locally as Tantalus Creek, then as-
cended the slopes of Boulder Mt,–
seemingly a part of the Aquarius
Plateau, and camped at night near
the head q waters of Sandy Creek.
The stream last named has been
visited by us before: in its lower parts
the creek is a muddy forbidding stream:
here it is of the clearest, purest,
kind. So may the purity of nature
become defiled. Evidences of recent
floods are apparent in all the
cañons: we are told that the
rainy season for these parts is
fairly upon us, and that we
may expect much fall. This is
not encouraging. Showers continued
at intervals during this afternoon
and evening. We were glad to find
the framework of a log hut, across
the top of which we stretched our
canvas, and within which we rested.

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		- Aug. 14 -
Most of the men are feeling
ill this morning through the
recent drenchings to which we
have been subjected, and par-
ticularly through the necessity
of sleeping in wet bedding
last night. The night was a 
glorious one; sometime after mid-
night the rain ceased, the moon
appeared and shed a glory over
mountain and forest. The mam-
moth pines amongst which we
are encamped played during
the entire night peal after peal
like a mighty organ with deep
toned pipes alone speaking. This
day's travel has been interesting
and varied: weather changeable, -
cold, rainy. Our course lay across
the flanks of Boulder Mt., to
Boulder Creek  a stream as
large as the Fremont River in
Rabbit Valley. The heights af-
forded an excellent view of the

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Henries, with the Navajo Mt., to the
southward, and the great plateaus
cut and gashed by canons of
profound depth: the formations
of brilliant colors; one realizes
here the force of Dutton's declar-
ation that the Plateau region
is itself a great geological
map, moulded in relief, and
colored by Nature, so that
its significance can be read
from a great distance. We
camped by the Boulder Creek, near
George Baker's farm.	Prof. Mathews
complains of headache and fever
tonight. Our larder today has
been enriched, to the great satisfaction
of all. I succeeded in shooting a
brace of pine hens; and at night
we were abundantly supplied with
fish. Soon after reaching the Boulders,
fishing rods were made ready, and
by supper time over forty trout
were at the cook's service. The
fishing here is excellent.

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			Aug. 15
Started early on Borden <Boynton> trail
across plateaus and mesas in
the hope of reaching Escalante
by a ten mile shorter route
than the ordinary road. We
were properly warned of the 
difficulties of the journey, but
our scout, Mr. Tanner, expressed
himself as confident of his
ability to follow the trail. After
a two hours' march, part of the
time over steep slopes of solid
sandstone he declared himself
unable to find or follow the
trail, and recommended a return.
This seeming to be the only
reasonable course we retraced
our steps, and took a mid-
day halt, or as the people
of this southern region would 
say, we "nooned" at last nights
camping place. The morning
journey, while resulting in no
permanent advance along

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our course, proved interesting
and instructive. A fine view
of the canon cutting in and
about Potato Valley was obtained
from the mesa top. During our
noon rest, Mr Amasa Lyman who
owns a farm within a few miles
of our camp, came along on his
way homeward from Escalante. He
strongly advised us to take <the trail> rather
than the longer so-called road, the
latter being he said no better for
horse travel in many parts than
is the trail. He gave us explicit
directions, explained to us where
we missed the trail this morning,
suggested that it would be unwise
to start today the time being
already well advanced, and con-
cluded by proffering to accompany
us tomorrow. Thereupon, our scout
and horseman  Mr Irwin Tanner,
who had been engaged to go with
us as far as Escalante asked to
be released here, he being now

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within a two days ride of his
home. He was paid for his services
and honorably released. He has been
a most faithful and efficient
aid. The half day's rest was 
appreciated by horses and men.
We are located in a pleasant
spot; most of the afternoon and
evening was spent by some
of the party fishing: others
collecting specimens, and visiting
the remnants of some old cliff
dwellings in the neighborhood.
		Aug. 16
Broke camp at 10 a.m.  a very
late start for us, but as we 
have accepted Mr Lyman's kind
offer to pilot us over the trail
we have met his setting of
time. Trail led by the head of
Calf Canon, through Spring 
Gulch; trail is known as
Boynton Trail. At times our
course lay over solid rock  
steep incline: again through

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sand several inches deep. Wherever
sand had accumulated vegetation
has sprung up. Waterpockets numerous.
"Nooned" in Spring Gulch beneath
shade unusually large box-elder
trees. The afternoon journey lay
through a varied course; deep
gulches and canons through
which small streams flowed, 
with rushes and cane brakes, and
other marsh plants abounding.
We penetrated thick groves of
willows, and wild rose bushes;
so dense that we could only 
duck our heads, close our eyes, 
and apply the spurs, trusting
to the horses to get us through. 
From such we ascended to the 
mesa tops, along a trail cut in 
solid stone. In places steps have 
been chiseled in the rock to
afford the horses a foothold: Two
of the pack horses, one of which 
carried the part of the instru-
ments, endeavored to find a short

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cut across the face of a stone
inclined fully 60 degrees; and in
consequence each of them
slipped and slid down the
rock face, leaving much of
their hair and cuticle on the
stone. I write this <with candle in hand,> by the evening
camp fire, in a pleasant nook
in Escalante Canon; we are camped
by a spring of pure cold water,
issuing from the face of a
solid cliff, - near the point
at which the Boynton trail
touches the river.	The full history
of this day's travel would be
an interesting record of varied
experiences. Our evening encampment
was an interesting scene: - shade,
of trees and massive overhanging
cliffs, sound of sand toad.
and rippling water, breath of
herbs and flowers.
		Aug. 17
Spent early part of the day visiting
places of interest in the neighborhood

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of camp – a natural bridge in sand-
stone of surprising symmetry, and
some well preserved cliff dwellings.
Then we broke camp and rode to
Escalante, over a continuation of
yesterday's trail. Two of our packs
carelessly wandered from the
trail, bent on making a new path,
and each of them slipped and fell
with considerable injury to some
of the instrument boxes. Reached
Escalante at 1 p.m, – precisely 11 days
behind schedule time. We pur-
pose stopping on our course
wherever interesting work pre-
sents itself, and we claim to be
bound by no dates of arrival;
yet Escalante has been our objective
point since we left the Henries
and Escalante has seemed to be
a regular Will o' the wisp, situated
as one of the party declared, fifty
miles from every place. We were for-
tunate in securing camping 
and pasturage facilities in a

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meadow owned by Bro. Barker – good
shade, and excellent spring water.
First we sent for mail. In direct-
ing where correspondence should
be sent we calculated on reaching
Escalante by August 6", consequently
all our letters are of old date. The
most recent word from home is
dated July 29: wife and children
were at that time well: they
were in Provo attending the solemn
ceremonies of Bro. Cluff's funeral
(see entry of Aug. 4".).	Securing
the latest papers in the town
I read with sorrow of a calamity
that has befallen the Utah School
for the Deaf – in the burning
of the building. This institution
is by law constituted as a depart-
ment of the University of Utah, and
the catastrophe will affect the
larger institution. The fire occurred
a week ago today (Aug. 10), breaking
out from a mysterious cause at 1 p.m.
This may hasten my return home.

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	         —Aug. 18.—		Sunday,
Bro. Amasa Lyman, who has served
as our guide over the tortures and
poorly defined Boynton trail left us this
morning.  His offer to accompany us
was founded in pure magnanimity,
and although we persuaded him
to accept a small renumeration, his
services to us stand unpaid.  .Attended
meeting during the afternoon;
and by request Prof. Mathews and
I occupied the time in addressing
the people.  Then I made calls
upon a number of friends whom
I met on the occasion of my former
visit here: and at 6.30 was again
at the meeting house where I delivered
a lecture on "Stimulants and Narcotics"
The audiences both afternoon and
evening were large and ap-
preciative.  May good result from
our feeble efforts.
	——Aug. 19——
The kindness of the Escalante
people has been strongly shown.

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Bro. Barker whose pasture we have
been using, and others from whom
we have obtained vegetables and
fruit have declined to accept 
payment. I regret much having
to leave without meeting Bishop
Schow again; he is away from
the town at present. He and
his family were very kind to me
on the occasion of my former
visit Late start today, on account
of delays attending necessary horse-
shoeing work; then we were
hindered at the noon halt, and
again in the afternoon through
the discovery of some interesting
fossils. The road from Escalante
to Henrieville leads through varied
scenery, – sandstones, conglomerates,
and shales, weathered and worn
most fantastically, and the
beautiful Pink Cliffs in the
distance. It was 8 p.m when 
we reached Henrieville, after what
the people here say was a 35 mile

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ride. No pasture was obtainable
so we procured hay for our horses.
Bishop Goulding showed again his
characteristic good nature.  We camped
in the Tithing House yard.  Soon
after our arrival I began making
enquiries concerning our future
journey, but through the lateness
could find but few of the parties
whom we wish to see.
	     —Aug. 20—
After diligent enquiry of men
familiar with the region as to
the best routes for us to travel in
order to reach the places we desire
to visit, we broke camp and set out
for Lower Paria.  The road leads
into the head of a cañon which deepens
as we proceed.  Mesozoic rocks are
here found all ages represented: the
canon begins as a ravine in Cretaceous
strata, but cuts through Jura-Trias
as we go down.  Recent storms have
swollen the stream, so that for
most of the distance the entire

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canyon flood is included in the
flood plain.  We needed our guide,
for once in the canyon we could
not get out unless we climbed straight
walls, oft-times reaching to height
of hundreds of feet.	 The days march
proved very trying for the animals;
the sand and the deep mud were dif-
ficult to traverse, and the frequent
wading of the stream added to their
troubles.  Toward evening they seemed
completely worn out; scarcely a horse
in the band could be urged to a
gait faster than a slow walk.
One animal.  really the largest
and best looking of the lot lay
down with the saddle on the refused
for a long time to move.  At 9 p.m.
we made camp in the canyon, pre-
sumably about a mile or two alone
the settlement.  Water of the stream
was actually thick with mud.  By
careful test on a quantity of water
allowed to settle in a glass cylinder,
7/31 of the volume proved to be mud.

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		— Aug. 21 —
The condition of our animals forbade
an earlly start.  Prof. Matthews and
I journeyed to the village, – or as
the people call it "the town", – there
are but seven families in Lower
Paria, and even with my lack of
skill I am reasonably sure I could
throw a stone over the town.  The
Professor foraged for fruit and vegetables
with good success, while I sought out
the Bishop and some others whom
I wished to see.  Bishop J.W. Mangum
was very kind to us; he secured for us
two fresh horses in exchange
for the most jaded pain in our
band.  We learn that our prospective
journey to the region of the Wahweap
Creek, thence if possible to Lee's Ferry
is through broken country, and over
trails that an particularly difficult
to follow.  We engaged as scout
and horse tender George Ross, a stepson
to the Bishop.  Broke camp at
1.45 pm.  Proceded down the Paria

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River below Cottonwood Creek: then
took trail over the mesas.  Went
into camp a little after sun-
down, on a true desert, about 10
or 12 miles from the last settlement.
Little feed for animals; no water:
no wood but scanty brush; and of
this last all hands could scarcely
gather enough for cooking purposes.
Riter is ill tonight, – fever and
pains.
		 —Aug. 22. —
Riter somewhat improved.  Prepared for
early start hoping to reach water
for horses.soon.  Reached head of the
Wahweap Creek at 11.30, creek dry
but a small spring supplied a
limited amount of water.  Wahweap
gulch descends slowly, cutting
through lerti Cretaceous, then lower
strata.  Fifteen miles below the
spring referred to, –  Cottonwood
Spring, the gulch becomes a
Box Canon.  We crossed the line
into Arizona about 10 a.m.; reached

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last water, - seeping driblets in
the bed of Wahweap Creek at
5 p.m.; proceeded to top of a mesa
between the box cañons of Wahweap
and Warm Creeks, and camped, according
to the statement of Ross, our
guide, about 2 miles from the brink
of Marble Cañon, through which
flows the Colorado.  Dry camp,
no wood but small brush, poor feed
for animals.  However I am par-
ticularly pleased with our present
location.  The chief object of my
journey by this route from Escalante
to the Colorado, has been to visit
the place of occurrence of sandstones
leaving peculiar markings, – lines at
right angles, forming map like
pages, suggesting plans of cities with
streets, alleys, blocks, houses etc.  Some
small specimens of this stone have
been brought me: and several sci-
entific man <to> whom they have been
shown have pronounced them an
artificial production.  Some of our

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people whose zeal for the Book
of Mormon has actually clouded
their judgement, pronounce this, as
every other occurrence having any
resemblance to archaic work, as of
Nephite origin.  I have denied both
of these claims, believing the stone
and markings to be strictly a
production of Nature.  At Harris-
ville I found a Mr Thompson, – the
man who had brought speci-
mens of the stone northward: he
could not accompany us hither, but
gave us directions for finding the
spot from which he had taken
his specimens.  No one gave us
much encouragement as to the
probabilities of our finding the
place.  However, as we left the
Wahweap at the entrance to the
box cañon and ascended the mesa
to the east, I was overjoyed to
find samples of the stone among
the debris of the rills. Further
examination revealed the existence

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of extensive outcrops of the marked
stone, presenting a great variety
of designs.  My conclusion that
the marking is a natural occur-
rence, in which, by the way, I have
stood alone among those to whom
I have shown the stone is confirmed.
We are encamped by an outcrop of
the stone. (See Note Book.) The day has been
marked by showers, and threatened storms.
The clouds to the south and west
have been of a beautiful reddish or
purple hue, – probably an effect of
reflection from the ruddy sand.
		—Aug. 23 —
Kept same camp during the day,
spending time in studying the
formation and collecting specimens.
The horses were sent back to
our last watering place: and water
to the full capacity of our canteens
and keg was brought for camp use.
However we cannot indugle in the
luxury of a wash. The water of
this region is strongly alkaline,

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and some of our party have suf-
fered in consequence.  The water
seems to grow worse as we proceed,
for any of the liquid left in canteens
from any previous camping place
is at a premium.	We visited the
chasm of the Colorado, directly south
of our camp: the cañon here is
really the head of Marble Cañon;
walls perpendicular but simple,
lacking the buttresses and recesses
of the Grand Cañon; river muddy and
sluggish. height of walls, about 800
ft. (See note book.)
		— Aug. 24 —
We planned a very early start today,
having reason to believe that the
proposed trip is a heavy one;
however, through the negligence
of our scout, who turned horses
out to graze without hobbling
them; we were greatly delayed. It
was 2 p. m. before all horses were
in and we well on our way,
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went ahead. The trail to Lee's
Ferry proved quite as difficult as
had been anticipated. Two of our horses
seemed entirely exhausted, and others
weakened rapidly. My pony was
so far spent that I had to trudge
through the sand, and over rocks,
pulling the poor beast along,
more than half the way. We were
compelled to abandon one of our
riding animals on the trail, or
we would not have reached our
destination this night. In many
places the mountain pathway
proved most precipitous and dangerous;
ofttimes but a foot or two from
the edge of a perpendicular cliff.
The horses in passing frequently
loosed rocks from the upper
parts of the cliffs, and these
fractured parts fell with loud
reverberations into the rocky
depths below. We reached the
farm of Bro. Johnson, – present
proprieter of Lee's Ferry at 10 p.m.

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quite fatigued.  As we used our
last ounce of flour last night,
and the remnants of our provision:
stock today, it was as necessary
for our own sustenance as for
the safety of our horses that
we reach this point tonight.
We soon forgot the fatigues of
the journey in the rest of camp,
and the enjoyment of the evening
meal, — bread, milk, and fresh
fruit.   The pleasant order of
alfalfa, sweet clover, "arrow weed,"
Etc. was gratifying.  The stramonium
with its large night-opening
blossoms attracted our admiration
	——Aug 25——   Sunday. 
Bro. Johnson and family have
tried and with great success
to assist us, and to make our
stay a pleasant one. We will
remember this day as a most
refreshing interval in our
hourse of toilsome travel. We
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fruit, melons, peaches, plums,
pears, apples, and grapes.
Spent the day in quiet rest,
and in visiting with Brother
Johnson's folks.  Poulson went
back over yesterday's trail to
find the horse which we were
compelled to abandon: he brought
the animal to camp.  The
Colorado river here is very muddy:
I am informed that at certain
times of the year the stream
is practically clear: but I have
never seen it clear.  Notwithstand-
ing the mud however, we took
a bath in the river, thus ex-
changing one coating of dirt
for another. Lees' Ferry being a
mail station we were able to des-
patch letters home.  The mail
carrier from the south, who arrives
here Sunday evening is a Navajo
Indian; he is dressed in quite
a picturesque style. By persuasion
we succeeded in getting him to
stand for a picture.

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	    ——Aug. 26 —
Changed one of our jaded horses
for a fresher animal.  Left on
the Kanab road. "Nooned" at
4 p.m. on Soap Creek.  Were
compelled to abandon one of
our horses, the creature being
unable to proceed: We left the
horse near water and feed.
Finding no feed for the animals
in the vicinity of our temporary halting
place, we were compelled to proceed.
Prof. Mathews went ahead, he having
a riding animal in good condition,
to search for feed.  However we
overtook him before he had traveled
many miles.  Reached Jacob's Pools
at 11.30; the horses so jaded that
most of them did not care even
to seek food.  One poor animal
laid down at full length as soon
as the load was removed. The
entire party, horses and men are weary
seemingly worn out tonight.  The day
has been a successful one in the
attainment of the purposes of our
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		—Aug. 27 —
Most of the men are tired this morning.
When we took to our blankets last
night, or rather this morning for it
was about 1 a.m., the sky was clear: soon
however clouds gathered and rain began
to fall: so all hands were called
to stack and cover our effects.  A
band of desert horses came early to
the troughs to drink: as one of horses
has been abandoned and two others
show signs of weakening, I decided
that a bold move would be justifiable
so we caught one of the animals,
and, in spite of its vigorous protests
compelled it to carry our pack
during the day.   This is not exactly
a case of horse stealing, – nothing
more than borrowing.  As I am
acquainted with some of the chief
officers of the company owning the
range here, I will assume the res-
ponsibility of setting matters right
by a subsequent explanation.  We
journeyed during the day, walking

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and leading or driving the animals
through the sand. By nightfall
we reached Houserock Spring, in
Houserock Valley. No one was
found here however, to our disappoint-
ment for we had hoped to meet
some of the ranchmen, and from
them obtain horses. The good camping
accommodations were appreciated, –
water, piped and running into deep
troughs, stone hut, good feed in
fenced pasture etc. On a hillock
near the house is a grave en-
closed within a fence; a headstone
evidently hewn from the hills near
by, and lettered by untrained hands
recites the death of a 20 year old
maiden.
			Aug. 28
We are becoming hardened in the
practice of taking horses that
do not belong to us; this morning
Poulson succeeded in lassoing
another desert roamer, – a
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colt.  We put one of our packs
upon her, and so relieved another
of our jaded beasts.  Journeyed
toward De Monte Park, retracing
our course for some distance
toward Jacob's Pools, then turning
south, and skirting the majestic
Kaibab Plateau for 18 miles.  Reached
a watering place and ranch
house — Cane or "Kane." Here
we ran across a range rider
in the service of the "VT" com-
pany – a Mr Walter E. Hamlin:
to him I reported my action in
taking and using horses from
the range. (the brands on the
animals showing their ownership):
he assured us that all would
be considered right by the officer
of the company.	We appreciate
the conveniences of the ranch
house, – stove for baking: etc;
but we prefer the open air
for our living, eating, and
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			Aug. 29
Succeeded in adding to the strength
of our animal band by exchanging
an exhausted horse for a mule. The
advantage was more than counter-
balanced however, by the absolute
collapse of another horse, – the private
possession of Prof. Mathews, and
an animal that seemed to bid well
for beating all the rest of the
band in endurance. Our journey
today was a varied and pleasant.
In spite of predictions by cattle men
and others that we could not find
our way to De Monte Park we are
here, at this justly famed spot; and
on our way we have lost no time
or energy by wandering from
the track. The ride and the walks,
(for we had to drag our animals
along a great distance) through
glades, copses and forests were most
interesting. The ascent from Kane
to the summit of the Kaibab
Plateau was steep and arduous: it

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was in attempting such that the
Professor's horse "gave out".
			Aug 30
Cold night was last night: temperature
below the freezing point. Hoar frost
and ice this morning.   Some of the
party attempted sleeping under the
roofs of the ranch house. During
the night Prof. Mathews left his couch to
investigate the cause of mysterious
sounds. Seeing a strange animal
moving away, he fired four shots from
his revolver, the last of which took
effect in the body of the beast. This
morning we found a dead porcupine
where the Professor last fired. We
had porcupine for breakfast: well
broiled porcupine flesh is good meat
under conditions like ours.      We
started preparations for an early start,
intending to visit the Grand Cañon.
We caught a number of horses from
the range, and at some risk,
and not without trepidation because
of our poor skill as horsemen, prepared

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to ride them.  We secured in all
eight h animals, – six to ride,
and two to pack.  One of the 
creatures which we tried to pack
was a mule literally and figur-
atively.  When the pack saddle
and half the proposed load had
been put upon his back, he 
started off, dragging the two men
who had been holding him, for a
considerable distance across the
park, and then escaping them
altogether.  All the men turned
out on their freshly caught range
horses, some of which animals
gave the riders interesting exercise,
and for four horses our chief object
seemed to be to recover possession
of that same mule.  The beast
took to the timber and gave us
much trouble.  At length the
creature was corraled, and the
packsaddle and pack secured.
It being by this time far too
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though with much reluctance
to postpone our visit to the Grand
Cañon till tomorrow.   Two men from
Kanab came to camp this after-
noon; aid we were able to make
arrangements with them for conveying
our packs to that town.  They
know the horses of the range too,
and were able to direct and
assist us in selecting the
best animals for our purpose.
		— Aug. 31. —
Accompanied by Brother David Stewart
of Kanab whom we have engaged
as our guide, the party set out
for the Grand Cañon.  Through in atten-
tion to the road two of the rear
divisions – Prof. Mathews and Mr. Riter,
wandered far from the course.  Fortun-
ately a portion of the flour had been
put in each p of the two pack
animals, so that neither of the divisions
was in danger of immediate starva-
tion.  Poulsen was sent back with
directions to search for the party; and

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lead them to us.  We took lunch
at Thompson's Spring: then proceeded
to the head of Bright Angel Cañon,
camping by a lagoon.  We dare
not attempt to drink the water
without first boiling it: and after
such treatment the liquid is seen to
contain a multitude of cooked animalculae,
particularly crustaceans, reddened by the
heat. The lost division of our party
did not reach our camp: so for the
first time since starting upon
our trip, the party camped in a
divided state. 	We reached our
camp in time to make careful
examination of the Bright Angel
Cañon and the Nankoweap Valley.
The sunset effects were gorgeous.
		—September 1—	Sunday.
Thus far upon this journey we have
carefully observed the Sabbath as a
day of rest: indeed our animals
have never been saddled on a Sunday.
Today however we were compelled
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practice; we are already so greatly
belated that every effort must be
made to reach home: and I feel
that it would be a graver error
to lose the opportunity of examining
this famous region of wonders, than
to employ the holy day of the week
in such an undertaking. Neal,
Stewart and I started early: when
about a mile from camp a pistol
shot signal was heard, which
indicated that "the lost division"
had reached camp.  Stewart was
sent back to hurry them forward,
while Neal and I pushed forward.
Neither the guide nor the members
of the party who had gone astray
overtook us: we came together when
near camp on our return. We visited
a number of points of interest: —
Nankoweap Valley, affording a view of
the "Saddle," which formation brings to
my mind the privations and experience
of a trip to the Grand Cañon, ac-
complished several years ago; we

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visited also the Transept Ottoman
Amphitheatre, and Bright Angel
Amphitheatre at several stations;
Shiva's Temple etc. A very serious
disadvantage befel me through
the breaking of our party yesterday,
– with the exception of a few plates,
my photographic supplies were
upon the hind pack, and so I
was able to take but very few
pictures. As we have brought with
us from De Monte horses belonging to
that ranch, and as we have taken
them without permission, it is necessary
that we return without delay, as the
men in charge of the ranch may
need the animals. Our efficient guide
recommended a night ride to the
Park; this was decided upon, and
shortly after nightfall we started.
We had to follow the road, avoiding
all cut-off trails, making a journey
of fully 30 miles – not a bad
evening ride. The entire stretch
was covered without loosening the

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packs, and without the riders
leaving the saddle. Mr Stewart
states that this <day's> ride is above 60
miles in length.   The night
journey was a most impressive one;
the moon, almost at its full cast
a soft splendor over hill and glade,
aspen copse and pine forest, "Sylvan
Gate" and parks large and small.  In
a sense, the beauties of the night
scenery exceed those of day.
		—September 2—
To our joy we met the foreman of the
"V T" Company's ranch. – Mr. Ed Lamb,
to him we made explanation of our
"raids" on the horse herds; and as one
of the animals caught on the range,
– the one pressed into pack service
at Jacob's Pools (Aug. 27:) — appears
jaded and sore, we insisted on transferring
to the Company another animal.
Our pack outfit was loaded on
Mr Stewart's wagon: the pack
animals were driven: one horse
however, and he the best of our band-

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was left in the Park through the
failure of the riders to "round" him
with the band. We left at 10 a.m. for
Kanab. Camped at the "Troughs" near
Naile's cañon at the foot of the
Kaibab. Went into camp at 11 p.m.
		— Sept 3 —
Early start. By dint of much urging
on the horses we reached Fredonia
by early afternoon. Prof. Matthews and
I rode ahead, reaching Kanab at
7 p.m. the rest of the party arrived
before 10 o'clock.   Camped in the
Tithing House yard, seemingly much
to the disappointment of Sister Woolley
and family who had planned to entertain
our whole party. I remember similar
kindness on the occasion of our visit
several years ago. Bro. Bowman, a
former student of my classes in the
B.Y. Academy showed us many
favors. Every resident of the
place whom we had the
privilege of meeting took care
to extend or offer some favor.
Eclipse of moon tonight was
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		— Sept. 4 —
President Woolley to whom I have
written from the desert asking
aid in securing transportation
from Kanab northward, being
called away from home, arranged
before he left for our wants.
By his appointment, Bishop
Johnson of Kanab received from
our custody the church
horses belonging to our band.
Thus relieved, we made arrange-
ments with Brother James L.
Bunting, who had been re-
quested by Pres. Woolley to be
in readiness for us, to convey
us and our effects by wagon
to Salina.  Bro. Bunting's son
James accompanied us as driver.
We were provided with a 
capacious wagon and a
double span of 4 horses.
Made good progress; camped at
night on the premises of
Bro. McDonald at Upper
Kanab.  Went into camp at 9 p.m.

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	  — Sept. 5 —
Rose at 4.30 on the way by
5 a.m.  Made steady progress
halting an hour for break-
fast and the same length
of time for lunch; camped
at 9.30 p.m. at head of
Panguitch Canyon, commonly
known in the vicinity as
Circle Valley Canyon.
	 — Sept. 6 —
Long day's travel. Started before
5 a.m. Reached Monroe at
7.30 p.m. Camped near the
premises of Brother Cooper.
Through the kindess of
Bishop Magleby we secured
a fresh team, and at 10.30
broke camp and resumed
our journey. Camped an
hour and a half after
midnight about eight
miles north of Richfield.
We have traveled over 70
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of our horses has covered the
entire distance.
	—— Sept. 7 —
Reached Salina at 9 a.m.
Made arrangements for
returning saddles etc, to Fremont
where they were hired and
took morning train homeward
We have surpassed the usual
rate of travel:– we reached
Salina in 71½ hours after
leaving Kanab: and in less
than six days from the
time we left the Grand
Canyon we were in Salt
Lake City.
	Reached home at 5:45
p.m. to my great joy and
gratitude of heart I found
wife and children in
good health. They have spent
most of the time since
I left in visiting friends
in Provo and Alpine. We are
happy to be united again.

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	—Sept. 8—	Sunday.
Stake Conference attended
some of the meetings.
	—Sept 15— 	Sunday.
Week has been spent in busy
preparation for the reopening
of University work.	     Today, 
Wife and I accompanied by
our little Paul went to Provo,
chiefly for the purpose of
paying a visit as required
by duty and inspired by sym-
pathy and affection to Sister
Cluff who has been so recently
bereft of daughter and husband.
We found her and children
at the residence of her father,
Bro. Roger Farrar, and we
spent with them a very
quiet time. Sister Cluff accom-
panied us during the afternoon
to the Farm, where we visited
with the folks, finding all
in fair health. Took late train
home arriving at 1.30 a.m.

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	   —Sept. 21—
My natal day has come again.
These birthdays seem to come
very close together, and the
years slip away swiftly and
with varied experiences. The
past year has been marked by
many joys, and by one great
sorrow. May the coming year
if I am spared to see its
completion be marked by fewer
mistakes, and by greater fidelity
to duty.
	—Sept 22—		Sunday.
Attended ward meetings in our
own ward afternoon and
evening. The usual Sabbath
afternoon service at the
Tabernacle was omitted today,
owing to repairs being in
progress within the build-
ing. By request of the local
authorities I occupied part
of the time in speaking
both afternoon and evening.

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	   —Sept. 23—
Registration day at the University
The prospects for a large attend-
once are very flattering.
	    —Sept. 29—    Sunday
Maria's birthday. At her request
we spent the day at Centerville
Davis Co., whither I accompanied
her on her missionary duties
as an officer of the Young
Ladies Improvement Association;
The occasion calling her there
was that of the semi annual
conference of the Improvement
Associations for Davis Stake.
By request of the local
authorities I followed her
in addressing the congrega-
tion during the afternoon
Returned home same evening.
	     —Sept 30—
Wife and I attended a lecture
tonight at the Theatre, on
"Last days of the Confederacy",
delivered by General Gordon of 
Georgia.

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	—Oct. 5—
Took part in the program
of the semi-annual meeting
of the Natural History Society
of Utah, by delivering a
short address on "Work a-
waiting the geologist in
Utah." 	In the evening
wife and I attended a concert
in the Tabernacle; this event
marking the close of the
grand musical event, the
Eisteddfod, conducted under
the auspices of the Cam-
brian Association. The
festival was a grand affair,
and greatly was it appre-
ciated The mammoth audi-
torium has been crowded
with listeners at every 
rendition,
	     — Oct 6 —  Sunday.
Closing day of the semi-
annual Conference of the
Church. Attended meetings today

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In the evening I attended to
household ceremonies at home
while Maia was at meeting,
giving me an opportunity
of spending an evening with
our boys; — this privilege has
been denied me of late, my
work having detained me
nearly every night. We have
two boys in school, – Sterling
at the District School, and
Paul at the Kindergarten.
My sister Susa has come
to stay with us while she
is at school here : she has
entered the Normal School
of the University.
	— October 11. —
The first Annual Meeting
of the Microscopical Society
of Utah hwas held this evening.
The reports of the officers
showed the Society to be in
a very prosperous condition.
An extensive program was

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rendered tonight; Dr. Penrose
presented a paper on the
technique of certain processes
of mounting, and I make
a demonstration with the
lantern microscope. Officers
for the ensuing year were
nominated and elected.
I was honored with re-election
to the office of President.
	—October 19—
Today the painful duty
rested upon my colleagues
and myself of attending the
funeral services of our special
instructor in Art, - Herman
H. Haag. By request I
spoke at the services, which
were held in the 20" Ward
Meeting House beginning
at 2 p.m. Bro. Haag died
yesterday at 6 a.m. His was
a strong spirit in a
feeble and decrepit body.
His work was his only pleasure;
it was the cause of his deepest
pain.

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	—October 20—	  Sunday.
Usual meetings. In the 
evening wife and I attended
meeting in the Eleventh
Ward and by previous ap-
pointment I addressed the
congregation.
	     —October 21—
This evening a reception
was tendered by the Faculty
of the University to the officers
and students of the institution.
Over 500 were present and
the affair seemed to be most
heartily enjoyed by all
concerned. The purpose
of the undertaking was
to enable the students to
become better acquainted
with one another, and with
the officers. The spirit dis-
played among the students
was a gratifying evidence
of their sincerity of purpose.
The attendance at the University
is very large.

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	—October 25—
In accordance with
previous appointment. I
went by evening train to
Springville and there deliv-
ered an address under District
School auspices, before an
audience of pupils, teachers
and the public. Stayed at Boyer house.
	—October 26—
In company with Principal
C. E. Christensen and Wife
I went by road to Provo.
At 10 a.m. I was present
at the Utah Co. Teachers'
Convention held in the Parker 
School House. I delivered a
lecture before the Convention
on "Practical methods in
teaching," and an address
before the grammar grade
department on "Domestic
Science in schools."
In afternoon I accompanied
a party of 11 teachers in a

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horseback excursion to some
of my old haunts in Rock
Canyon. In evening
I delivered a lecture under
the auspices of the Pedagogium
— a Normal Dept. organization
of the B.Y. Academy sub-
ject, "The Scientific Spirit."
	Rode to the farm after
meeting: found Father very
ill
	—Oct. 27—		Sunday
Father's afflictions are many
and heavy: he is suffering
greatly from his severe
rupture and from an attack
of kidney trouble. He
grieves much over his
condition, and also in
consequence of the prevailing
stringency in money matters,
Rode to Provo shortly
after noon. By request
I addressed the congregation
in the Tabernacle at the

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afternoon service. In the
evening I attended a general
meeting of Academy students,
and took part in the
exercises of the meeting as
one of the speakers.
Returned home by night
train, reaching my destina-
tion at 1. a. m.
	  —Nov. 2—In company with my geol-
ogy class, went today to
Farmington, Davis Co. Were
met at the station as per
previous arrangements by
Bro. Abbott, a former student
of the University and now
teacher in the town. Horses
were provided and we made
our way to the head of
Farmington Canon, or more
properly speaking North
Cottonwood Canon. Collected
specimens, secured photos etc.
Returned home by late train.

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	— Nov. 3. —   Sunday.
By previous appointment went
by evening train to American
Fork and addressed the
people at their regular
ward evening meeting on
"Educational Duties." The
invitation to visit the ward was
conveyed to me under the
auspices of the school officers.
Returned home by late train.
	 — Nov. 4 —
Quarterly meeting of the
University Board of Regents,
adjourned from the regularly
appointed date, — the second
Monday in October. 
	 — Nov. 5 —
This is the day appointed
for the great election, – the
votes of the people are
to decide whether the proposed
Constitution of the State
of Utah is to be ratified
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state, county, and municipal
offices have been put for-
ward by the several polit-
ical parties, and the candi-
dates praises have been declared
by their own party, while
they have been denounced by
their opponents. Partisan
feeling has run so high
as to overflow the bounds
of propriety. It has been
notable that men has for-
gotten religious fellowship,
and even family relations in
political differences. The
division of the people on
the lines of national political
separation seems to have
driven many wild in their
political likes and dislikes.
Though it has been seemingly
the rule for ecclesiastical
authorities to keep aloof
from political strife, there
have been exceptions; and

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those of the general and local
officials of the church who
have stepped into the secular
arena of politics have been
targets for many envenomed
shafts.
	— Nov. 6 —
As far as present unofficial
returns of the election may
be taken as indicative of
the result the Republican
party has been very
generally victorious in
Utah. Some of the nominees
of the victorious party are
excellent men, in other
cases it is to be regretted
in my humble opinion
that the Democratic candi-
dates were not successful.
My friend and teacher,
good Brother Maeser al-
lowed himself to be
nominated on the Demo-
cratic ticket for the

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office of State Superinten-
dent of Public Instruction.
When I first heard of the
nomination on my return
home this summer I could
not help expressing my
sorrow; and this same feeling
has been intensified by
subsequent developments 
Brother Maeser's zeal for the
righteous cause represented
by the Church School move-
ment among our people
has led him to express dis-
favor and even denunciation
for the public school system
he has not hesitated to pro-
nounce the latter a Godless
system and that with the
best of intentions; but the
people evidently think that
such feelings are not the
most promising of good in the
proposed head of that same
system. But my chief concern

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in the matter was due to the
fear that Bro. Maeser would be
defeated in the strife, – a fear
that has been realized. I did
not want to see my teacher
whom I love so well defeated,
his past work is too great, his
well earned lustre of glory too
bright to be tarnished by
partisan struggle. Yet all
present appearances indicate
that Bro. Maeser has been
beaten at the polls.
	—Nov. 9—
Delivered an address before
the University Club this
evening on "Some scientific
work by the late expedition
to Southern Utah."
	— Nov 10 —	Sunday.
Usual meetings. Wife and
I attended morning service
at the Unitarian Church,
witnessing the interesting
ceremony of installing a

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new pastor. In the evening
I went to Provo on invitation
and delivered an address
at the Fourth Ward meeting.
Returned home by late train.
	— Nov 17. — Sunday
Usual meetings. Accompanied
Rev. Elmer O. Taylor of Oak
Park Illinois to the Taber-
nacle, where, during the
afternoon service, by in-
vitation of the presiding
officers he occupied a
portion of the time in
speaking on some scientific
aspects of the liquor problem.
	  — Nov. 19. —
Public Lecture Course for the
current season opened tonight
at the University The plans
for this year's work are on a
much larger scale than has
marked the labors of other years.
The good work in this line begun
in connection with the Church
University continues.

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	— Nov. 24 —	Sunday.
Usual meetings. The afternoon
Tabernacle service was devoted
to the funeral rites over the
remains of Patriarch Lorenzo
D. Young who recently passed
away. He died on the 22"; after
a long and arduous period
of suffering. To me he has
appeared as one of God's noblest
and purest spirits.
	  —Nov. 28—
Thanksgiving holiday as desig-
nated by the President of the
United States, and by the Gov-
ernor of Utah. Spent most of
the day at home.  Attended
with wife and others of our
household special services
for the day in our own ward,
and by previous appointment
preached the Thanksgiving
Sermon. A ward dinner
was given in the afternoon,
and entertainment at night.

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	—Nov. 30—
Went to Ogden by evening
train, and delivered a lecture
in the Opera House, subject
"Pompeii," with lantern illus-
trations. The lecture was given
under the auspices of and for
the benefit of the Ogden High
School Library fund. I was
pleased to learn that the
lecture gave to the school
between $200– and $30000.
   Passed the night at the
Reed Hotel.
	—December 1—    Sunday.
Attended morning Sunday School
by invitation, in Second Ward.
Dined with Professor J.B. Lewis
and family. Addressed the
Second Ward Sabbath School
and the Theological Class of
the school. In the afternoon
addressed the congregation
of the Fourth Ward at
invitation of Bp. Stratford.

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In the evening delivered
an address under the joint
auspices of the Improvement
Associations, Third Ward.
Spent night at house of
Bro. and Sister Nelson of that
ward.
	 — Dec. 2 —
Returned to Salt Lake City by
early train.
	 — Dec. 3 —
Attended the funeral of Bro.
Beniah Goodwin of our Ward,
who, after years of suffering
has recently been called
home.
	 — Dec. 4 —
Organization meeting of
"University Teacher's Club."—
an association which I have
long desired to see established
and for which I have labored
since the time of my election
to the Presidency of the
institution. The purpose is

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that of professional improve-
ment and advancement
in our work as teachers.
	— Dec. 8 — Sunday.
Attended part of the Stake
Conference proceedings.
At noon I attended, and took
part in the services in-
cident to the funeral of
Sister Duffin, who died as
a result of injuries from
being run over by a street
car. The accident was most
lamentable and distressing:
the poor woman was badly
mangled, and died after
a very few hours' suffering.
	In the evening went 
to Farmington and delivered
an address under school
auspices. The meeting was
a general one, and, though
called at the instance of
the teachers was presided over
by the ward authorities.

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	—Dec. 9—
Returned to Salt Lake City by
early morning train via the
Salt Lake and Hot Springs
Ry. I omitted to say that I
was courteously entertained
last night at the home of
Bro. Jacob Milter of Farm-
ington.
	— Dec. 12 —
At a public meeting held
this evening under the
auspices of the University
Normal Society, I delivered
a lecture subject, "The
Scientific Spirit."
	— Dec. 13 —
Presided at the regular
monthly meeting of the
Microscopical Society
of Utah. By appointment
I took part on the program,
delivering a lecture on
"Tyndall and the Germ
Theory of Disease."

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	—Dec 15—  Sunday.
By previous appointment
I have been announced
for two lectures today.
During the forenoon I addressed
the assembled Stake and
Ward officers of the Young
People's Mutual Improve-
ment Association, subject;-
"The duties of officers in the
Associations." There was
a large attendance. In the
evening I delivered a lecture
in the Tabernacle, to the
public, though under the
auspices of the Improvement
Assns., subject:– "Educational
Duties." In spite of the late
hour for which the lecture
was announced, (8:30 p.m.), and
notwithstanding a sudden
and very inclement change
in the weather during the
early evening a good sized
audience was present, giving

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a strong testimony to the
interest and earnestness
with which the young people
regard the work of their
associations.
	During the afternoon
by special request I at-
tended and spoke at the
funeral of Mrs. Mary D.
Lancaster, an elderly lady
living for some time past
in the Tenth Ward. Her
family do not profess
to be members of the
church
	— Dec 16 —
Public meeting held at
the University this even-
ing under the auspices
of the Delta Phi Society
of the institution. I delivered
a lecture, subject: —
"Likes and Dislikes." An
interesting musical program
was rendered.

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	—Dec. 20—
This day marks the close 
of the pre-Christmas
session of the University.
	— Dec 25 —
Christmas day. I was kept
busy most of the day in
the office, as the reports
of the University officers had
to be prepared, the reports
having been called for
at an unusually early
day by the Governor-elect
of the prospective State
of Utah. Ordinarily such
reports are rendered for
the biennial period some
time in January, so as
to be presented to the
Legislature during that
month. The approaching
change from territorial
to state government however
necessitates unusual action.

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	— Dec. 28 —
Went to Ogden by early
train, there presided at
the day's meetings of the
Utah State Teachers' Asso-
ciation. This marks the
close of a three days session.
Much to my regret I have
been unable to attend the
earlier meetings, as my
presence in Salt Lake City
has been required owing to
the preparation of reports
concerning University affairs.
The Association named per-
fected its organization on
the 26", and in my absence
honored me by election to
the presidency, a step
against which I would have
protested had I been present
for in my belief the State
Superintendent of Public
Instruction should be the
President of the Association,

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at least for the first year.
During the afternoon
meeting I urged my views in
this matter, and tendered
my resignation as President,
asking that the same
be accepted to take effect
on the adjournment of
this session. My wish
was acceded to, and Dr John
R. Park, State Superintend-
ent - elect was made the 
President.
	This organization session
has been marked with 
successful results, and the
Association has all the
possibilities of becoming
a great power.
According to program
I delivered an evening
lecture on "Sun, Moon,
and Stars," with stereopticon
illustrations.
Meetings of the Association

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	    18
have been held in the
commodious auditorium of
the Methodist church.
I passed the night at the
Reed Hotel.
	— Dec 29 — Sunday
Returned home by afternoon
train
	— Dec. 30 —
Special meeting of the
University Board of Regents,
called in view of the finan-
cial embarassment of the
propriety of closing the
School for the Deaf, which
by a most incongruous
association has been
conducted since its es-
tablishment as a depart-
ment of the University.
The early suspension of
the School seemed imminent,
as the appropriation for
its maintenance made by

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the last Legislature has been
exhausted, and over $500000
of University funds have
been used in its support
to date. This disagreeable
action was averted by the
offer of the Superintendent
and Teachers to carry the
expenses of the School as
a personal risk until
relief can be secured by
a legislative appropria-
tion.
	— December 31 —
New Year's eve. I write this
as the last hour of 1895
is wringing its way to
join the hours of the
past. The year has
brought to me and mine,
to us and ours its share
of change and novelty,
its quota of pleasure
and pain. But for the
futility of the indulgence

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I fain would sorrow over
the lost opportunities whose
ghosts rise before me at
this midnight hour. In
my labors I have been
busy, yet the little that
has been done by methods
good or otherwise, is
rendered smaller still
by comparison with that
that is tonight undone; and
which ought to have been
done. Prosperity in work
has been the rule: a
harvest beyond the deserts
of the unskillful and
slothful husbandman has
been in mercy given, yet
merit should have claimed
a more bountiful return.
   A year ago I chronicled
as one of the brightest and
sweetest blessings of 1894
the advent of a daughter
into our home: tonight I

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think of the saddening
experiences of the year
now passing in the depart-
ure of that same blessed
spirit Yet in the eternal
wisdom her going may
be as true a blessing
as was her coming.
She was given, she was
taken, and blessed be He
who gives and takes.
	Wife and sons are
well; our home is a
home of happiness.
   Other loved ones profess
their happiness also, and
together we are blessed.
    And now I close the page,
and so end this volume,
awaiting the providences
of God for 1896.
		J.E. Talmage
Salt Lake City, Utah
		Dec. 31, 1895.

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9

	   — Personal Journal —
	       — Volume IX —
     	      James E. Talmage
	   Salt Lake City, Utah.
January 1, 1896 - December 31, 1897.

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Private Journal
		        — Volume IX —
					289 Pages
	  Commencing, – 
		  January 1, 1896.
	  Ending.–
			December 31, 1897.
			     Salt Lake City
				           Utah.
		 	       Jas. E. Talmage.

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—1896 —		
	  —January 1—	

With the beginning of a new
year, I open another volume,
the ninth. in the journal of
my life. At this writing I
find myself at home with wife
and sons at 333 East Seventh
South Street, Salt Lake City, Utah,
well and happy.
	     —Jan. 4 —
   At 8.03 a.m., Mountain Time, the
expected message reached Salt
Lake City, that Grover Cleveland,
President of the United States
had signed the proclamation
which makes the admission
of Utah to the Union of States
complete. The boon of statehood
has long been striven for by
the people of Utah: and this
day gives them the rights of
self-government. The news of
the admission was welcomed
by the firing of cannon and
small arms, the shrieking of
steam whistles, and every other
kind of noise which could be
produced. The evening papers
show that the rejoicing was
general throughout the new
State.

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	   — January 6 — Monday.
As almost the last official act
of the Governor of the Territory
of Utah, the Monday following
the date of the President's pro-
clamation admitting Utah to
the Union was designated as an
public holiday, the same to be
observed as Inauguration Day.
This day was therefore properly
celebrated by public ceremonies.
A parade of federal and state
military organizations, and of
civic societies marked the begin-
ning of the appointed functions;
this was followed by a great
gathering in the Tabernacle, at
which the principal proceedings
consisted of the Governor's in–
augural address and the swearing
in of the officers-elect. A
grand ball closed the events
of the day.
	  — Jan. 7 —
Regular work at the University
resumed today after the
winter holidays.
	— Jan. 13 —
Attended the regular meeting of
the Board of Regents of the
University of Utah.

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	  — Jan 19 —      Sunday.
Attended by invitation the Sugar
House Ward service during the
afternoon, and addressed the
congregation on "Science and Skepticism."
The mail brings word of the
death of Brother Elijah Mayherd
of Pleasant Grove: the event took
place on the 17". The lateness with
which the news reached me, and
the fact of formerly accepted
appointment prevented my attendance
at the funeral.
	   — Jan. 22 —
Special evening meeting of the Micro-
scopical Society of Utah, devoted to the
interesting labor of a working session.
Very successful meeting.
	     — Jan. 24 —
First of my series of lectures in the
University Public Lecture Course. Subject
this evening:– "Crystal beauties" a demonstra-
tion of law and order in the constitution
of inanimate matter; - illustrated. A
very large audience of excellent quality.
	     — Jan. 25 —
High Priests' Quorum meeting during
morning. By call of the President
I delivered an address. Through press
of outside duties, and formal engage-
ments on Saturdays, I have been kept from
these meetings of late.

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	    — Jan 26 —	Sunday
Went to Nephi by morning to
fill a lecture appointment of
long standing under the auspices
of the Mutual Improvement Asso-
ciation. Was met at the station by
the Association officers, and was
conducted first to the Sabbath
School; addressed one of the depart-
ments and later the School as a
whole. In the afternoon general
meeting, by request I occupied the
pulpit. In the evening I delivered
a lecture in the Stake Tabernacle
on the subject "Stimulants and
Narcotics". 	Was hospitably 
entertained at the home of Bro.
Pettigrew, of the Improvement
Association presidency.
	  — Jan. 27 —
Left Nephi by U.P. Freight
train at 5.50 a.m. Reached Provo
at 8.45; spent a short time
at the B.Y. Academy. Proceeded
to Salt Lake City by R.G.W. train.
		— Jan. 31 —
Attended by invitation a banquet
at the Templeton Hotel, given
in honor of Sister Zina D. Young
on the occasion of her 75"
birthday. The day witnessed
an effort to give honor where

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honor is due. In the evening
I delivered the second of my
present series of public lectures
in the University course.
Subject tonight:— "Pictures in the
rocks;" a study of the origin
and geological significance of
fossils and petrifactions. 
	   — February 4 —
 Went to the Farm by afternoon
train in response to a letter
informing me of Father's serious
illness. Found him suffering
greatly from a complication
of his old-time trouble, – a
most aggravated rupture. He
has been confined to his bed
for days, and fears have been
entertained that strangulation
of the hernia would occur. He
grew better during the afternoon
and evening however. He has
been a great sufferer for
years and seems to have given
up all desire to live. I cannot
feel however that his time on
earth is yet filled.
	  — February 5 —
Father is better this morning.
I return to the city by early
train with assurances that I
will be informed if he grows worse

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	   — February 5 (continued)
Evening meeting of the University
Teacher's Club.
	     —Feb. 7 —
Evening lecture: the last of
my special series in the
University public lecture course.
Subject tonight:– "Air and water
as geological agents," illustrated.
	   — Feb. 8 —
Left home by night train,
Union Pacific Ry. for the east.
I go at the instance of the
University authorities to attend
meetings of the Department of
Superintendence, National Edu-
cational Association, and of
the National Assn. of State
Universities to be held at Jack-
sonville, Florida. I am to visit
educational institutions on the
way. Have received no word of
Father's health, so, according
to plan I must consider him
progressing well.
		— Feb. 9 —
Continuous travelling.
	 	— Feb. 10 —
Reached Lawrence Kansas
early afternoon. Went at once
to the University of Kansas
where I met my teacher and

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friend Prof. E. H.S. Bailey.
   Visited departments of interest
in the University, and met
the venerable Chancellor, Dr Snow,
and others of the Professors,
particularly Prof. Williston
(Geology), Prof. E. Howarth
(Economic Geology) Prof Miller
(Mathematics), Prof Baker (Physics)
"Put up" at the Eldridge Hotel
	      — Feb. 11 —
Passed on to Kansas City; took
room at Midland Hotel. Went
by local line to Independence.
Jackson Co, and visited the
temple site, upon which the
corner stone was laid with
such trouble in the midst
of bloody persecution. A law
suit has just terminated between
the so called "Reorganized Church"
and a small sect, the Hedrick-
ites. The litigation was over the
title to the Temple Block. The
Hedrickites have had their
claims confirmed. They profess
to hold it for the purpose to
which the land was dedicated,
and they are friendly toward
our church. I talked with several
residents of Independence who are
well acquainted with the issues.

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	  — Feb. 12 —
Took early train on Chicago
and Alton for St. Louis. Reached
destination at 8 p.m. Crossed
the Missouri, the Mississippi
and the Illinois rivers on the
way. Took room at the St.
Nicholas Hotel.
	    — Feb. 13 —
Spent day in matters of
business, and in visiting
places of interest. Left
St. Louis by evening (9.30) train
via Louisville and Nashville
Ry, en route for Nashville.
	      — Feb. 14 —
Having learned from the Con-
ductor and from a fellow
passenger that I can reach
one point of my journey viz
the Mammoth Cave, by leaving
the main line, rather than
by proceeding on to Nashville
I left the Nashville train at
Guthrie early this morning,
taking another train by which
I reached Bowling Green, and
thru Glasgow Junction thence
by a poorly run local train
to Mammoth Cave. By a
fortuitous coincidence a large
party from the north (66 in

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number) are visiting the Cave
today, so that the local train
does not return as early as
is usual; I therefore have
a number of extra hours to
spend in the Cave.
Evening:– This has proved to be
an auspicious day for me.
I had an efficient guide in
the Cave, all to myself, except
for one of the railway officers
who accompanied me at my
invitation. We were able to
visit a great number of
interesting stations (See Field
Notes "). The cave deserves
its name: it is among caverns
what the great chasm through
the Kaibab is among canons
and what the mighty Niagara
is among cataracts. Its beauty
lies in its grandeur and vast–
ness: it represents however,
mainly the first stage of
limestone cave history, – that
of excavation by solution and
erosion; the second stage, – that
of ornamentation or redeposi –
tion is well advanced in but
few places. There are abundant
evidences of great erosion and
abrasion in those dark vaults

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Feb. 14 (cont.)		18
The boat ride on the Styx
was particularly impressive and
indeed awe-inspiring. At the
proper place in our voyage the
boatman sounded certain tones,
and the reverberations were
most musical, suggesting
indeed the dying away of
the organ peals in our great
Tabernacle at home.   Details
are noted in Field Book.
  I had some little opportunity
to collect fossils from the
surface country rock. The 
entire region is a scene of
limestone sinks and holes.
Another large cave, or series
of caves, called the Colossal
Cavern is now announced as
existing within 2 miles of the
entrance to the Mammoth.
This newly discovered cavern has
already been explored for
over 70 mls., while the Mammoth
Cave is said to have from 150 to
200 miles of measured galleries.
   Returned to Glasgow Junction
in time to catch the delayed
train for Nashville: – a late
night t ride; and, owing to
the crowded condition of the
train I had to take my place

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in the stifling atmosphere
of the smoking care.  Took
room at the Utopia Hotel,
Nashville Tenn.
	I observe that in Kentucky,
at all the stations that I visited,
separate waiting rooms and
provided for white and for
colored people.  On the trains
too, placards announce  which
for their pale fellows.  These
placards were removed from the
car windows and doors tonight
soon after we entered Tennessee.
		-Feb. 15-
Spent the day in Nashville.
Made visit to Vanderbilt University
but this day being Saturday
had little opportunity of
meeting many of the officers.
Learned something however of
the scope of the institution
as also of Fiske University,
the latter a school for colored
people.  A delightful day:
such weather as at home we
would look for in April.  Over-
coats are an encumbrance in day
time.  Fruit plentiful and cheap: 
fine bananas 5 cents per dozen

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Feb. 15. con. 			18
The much-talked-of evangelist
Moody has been holding a
series of meetings in Nashville
during the last two weeks, and
judging from newspaper reports
and placards has been successful
in exciting great interest. 
Probably with no intent to
be sarcastic or funny, the
pastor of one of the large
churches has displayed in huge
letters the following: - "At
the close of the Moody meetings
revival services will be held
here." 
		Feb. 16 Sunday
Left Nashville by early train:
reached Chattanooga at 3 p.m.
Having sent ahead word of
my coming. I was met at
the station by two of the 
Utah elders stationed here in
the missionary field:- Brothers
Billan and Campbell. They
gave me letters from home
through which I learn that
on the 11" wife and children
were well, and Father was
improving in health. The
brethren disengaged me from my
purpose of continuing onward
by the same train: I spent a

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very pleasant afternoon and
evening with them. We ascended,
and passed around and over
Look-out Mountain, of historic
interest. Visited the site of
the "Battle above the Clouds"
and read with interest the bronze
tablets which commemorate
deeds of heroism and sacrifice
in that struggle of blood.
The mountain and region are
interesting from a geological
interest (see Field Notes) Visited
the Church office of the
Southern States Mission 713
Fairview Avenue. Went aboard
sleeping car for Jacksonville
at 10 p.m.
		Feb. 17
When I went to bed last night
I expected to wake up in or
near Atlanta Ga. at which place
we were due at 7:30 a.m. At that
hour however we were just leaving
Dalton, a station but a few
miles south of Chattanooga. The
train had been delayed through
a freight wreck ahead of us.
We reached Atlanta at 10 a.m. two
hours and a half too late to
catch the through train to
Jacksonville. This forced upon us

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Feb. 17			18
a ten hours stop in Atlanta
Spent the time profitably in visiting
places of interest in Georgia's
captial. Visited the grounds of
the Colton States' Expositures which
has recently closed. Some of the
exhibits are still in place but
the grounds are like a deserted
city. Visited Grand Park and 
its menagerie At 8 p.m. was
again on the way toward Jackson-
ville. Met a number of members
of the National Educational Assn.
		Feb. 18
Reached Jacksonville at 8 a.m. Had
been recommended to the Tremont
Hotel learned on arrival that
the Tremont is no more, and that
the Altamont has taken its
place. Registered at the Altamont,
but found the place unsuitable,
badly arranged and not very
clearly: so after breakfast
I moved to the New Deval Hotel. 
Meeting of the Department of
Superintendanse, National Educa-
tional Assn. opened at 10 a.m.
in City Hall. Morning, after-
noon and evening sessions each
marked by a full program of
papers and much discussion

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The meetings are held in
an unfinished room of the
City Hall; poor benches and
chairs are supplied, and the
platform for officers and
speakers is of rough lumber,
constructed for temporary use
and uncarpeted.
	We are located in the region
generally spoken of us "the 
land of flowers" and "the
sunny south"; and while
the weather makes overcoats
comfortable morning and
night, the day hours are warm
and pleasant. Peach trees are
in blossom. I noted a few
rich rose trees full of flowers,
fresh violets are on sale
while the palmettos and their
allies give a semi-tropical
aspect to the many beautiful
gardens and parks. The
ground is in its natural
condition but a loose sand
bed; the pine  forests serve to
bind the shifting particles and
prepare the soil for other
plants; and so the inorganic
conginers the inorganic. 
Whiles there are many truly
beatiful homes and abundant

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Feb. 18				-18
evidences of high civilization
one meets with many surviving
vestiges of primitive customs.
Ox teams with lumbering
old wagons are occasionally
seen on the streets: but I
saw such in Nashville even;
today I met a two wheeled
cart containing fruit drawn
by a single ox of pitiable
condition, with a poorly clad
negro boy, perhaps 12 years old,
seated on the front of the
vehicle, driving the beast
by means of a small rope
attached to one of its horns.
	  - Feb. 19 -
Three full sessions of the
Association Department each
3 hours or more in length.
The main paper was presented
by Dr. Harris, U.S. Commissioner
of Education, a truly venerable
man and an able, industrious
scholar. He spoke in behalf
of the Committee of Fifteen,
recommending certain correlative
groups of studies. In the discussion
following this address and
others, the fact was made plain
that among the active educators

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of the country there are really
two schools; the first champion-
ed by the older and more
experienced workers, with but
few of the younger and I may
say rash teachers urging
conservatism and care in
discarding the old for the
untried new; the second rep-
resenting the young blood of 
the Association urging an
almost radical abandonment
of past customs in favor of
the new education. Disciples
of the first class urge that
child study alone, the mere
contemplation of the expanding
mind will not teach the best
method of dealing with it; we
must study also the finished
product, see what man has
done, in order to know what
he is capable of doing. One 
will understand more of the
nature and best growth of
the acorn, by devoting some
attention to the mature oak
and not all to the sprouting
seed. The evening session was
of very great interest, Dr Cu[--]ry
the Agent of the Peabody

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Found being the speaker, and
his topic, "Education in the
New South".
		-Feb. 20-
A busy day.  Meeting of the
National Assn. of State
Universites at 9 a.m. and
another from 2 to 5 p.m. with
regular meetings of the Depart-
ment between and a night.
Contrary to former custom, the
place of the next year's meeting
of the Department of Super-
intendence was not conclusively
decided upon, the matter
being referred to the Executive
Committee for decision, with the
hope that better railway rates
could be secured by negotiation
However votes of preference
were taken, and Indianapolis
received the greatest favor. I
hope some day to see the
meeting held in Salt Lake City
and made an effort to that
end at this session, telegraphed
to the Governor of Utah and to
the Mayor of Salt Lake City, and
urged the selection upon some
prominent members of the
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seems to have been given a
year ago in favor of India-
napolis. The meetings of
the State Universities Assn.
today were of more than
usual importance; measures
of great moment are now
pending before. Congress
and the discussion of such
by this Assn; will result in
great pressure being made
to bear on the national
legislature.
	I am very loth to leave
Florida without a chance
to see something of the
more typically semi-tropical
parts. I decided to spend a
day or two in the south; and
so have mad preparation to
leave tomorrow. 
	- Feb. 21 -
Left by early train for Tampa
Bay, via St. Augustine. Palatka
Sanford, & Kissimmee. Stopped at
St. Augustine, and spent several
hours in viewing places of
interest in this oft-called
"ancient city" But two of the
original narrow streets now re-
main;- George's St. and Treasury
St; the others have been

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widened for traffic and trade,
and structures of wood and brick
have supplanted the old shell
stone or "coquina" houses, few
of which still remain. Sidewalks
and wads are made of this
shell material. Some magnif-
icent hotels grace the town;
e.g. Pouce de Leon, and Alcazar.
Places of interest visited:- Old 
City Gates, Fort Marion, sea
wall, (built of coquina capped
with granite, Plaza Cathedral,
old and new ancient streets, 
new streets, hotels, old wall of defenses.
Reached Tampa at 7 p.m., my
purpose in making this journey
is to see if only from the
car window something of the
topography and landscape features
of central Florida. One notes the
magnificent orange groves, -
presenting just now a pitiable
sight through the wholesale
destruction of the trees by
the very severe winter of 1894-95.
The people speak of "the Freeze"
in reference to the killing
frosts of December 1894, and
of events "before the freeze", as in
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as they were "before the war".
Roots of the frost bitten trees
are sending up shoots, which
promise to restore the orchards
in time.  Florida is heavily
wooded,  pine forests are most
abundant, and in these turpen-
tine manifacture is carried
of the semi tropical trees there
are scrub-palmeto cabbage
palmeto, palm, and farther
south cocoanut.  Cypress
threes abound in swamps
with festoons of swamp-moss
or "Florida moss" on these
as on all the trees.
	Though I am able to make
but a flying trip into these
southern parts, I am well
satisfied with my journey.
Had as companions a number
of educators who like myself
have just come from the
Jacksonville meeting Mr.
Hamilton a County Supt. of
Pa. Mr Buch[-]ulz, State
Supt. of Florida schools were
particularly interested in Utah
affairs and kept me in
constant conversation.  Took
room at Hotel Arno.  In

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the course of the evening
I went over the Bay, and
visited the famous Tampa
Bay Hotel, the garden of
which is a nursery for Florida
products.	
		- Feb. 22 -
Washington's Birthday. Leaving
my companions, with great
regret that I am unable to
continue southward I began
my return. Spent three hours
in Palatka, a center of the
lumber industry, and an
excursion post on the St. Johns
river. Here as elsewhere the
ground appears as little else
than a sand bed: the sand
being of remarkable whiteness
and under the microscope, the
grains appear to be transparent.
For sidewalks sea shells in
some cases helix in others bivalve
shells are laid in the sand
and rolled; they soon become
cemented and form an excellent
ground. Magnolia trees 35 to
40 ft; high and 3-4 ft. in
diameter at base; Reached
Jacksonville by night train,
resumed lodging at New Duval

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Hotel. On the train I was
drawn into long conversation
with Mr Corbett, of Lincoln Neb.
Supt. of Public Instruction for
that state. He seems to be
greatly interested in Utah affairs.
	 - Feb. 23 -  	Sunday.
Much as I dislike to travel on
the sabbath, I feel compelled by
the necessity of hastening home-
ward to continue my journey
today.  Took morning north-
bound train via "Florida and
Peninsula" and "Southern" Rys.
toward Washington via Savannah
and Columbia Ga.
		- Feb. 24 -
Reached Charlottesville Va., at
7 a.m. Left the train at that
place, desiring to continue
by way of Du[-]ay. During a
wait of 7 hours I had some
opportunity of visiting places
of interest in and about the
town. Saw from a short dist-
ance, Monticello, Jefferson's
home. Spent most of time at
the University of Va. Pleasant
meeting with the President, -
Prof. Thornton, as also with
Prof. Fontaine (Geology), Prof

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-Feb. 24 -
Dennington and Prof. Mallet
(both in Chemistry). Visited
museum, laboratories, lecture
rooms etc. The institution is
an old one, and many of
the old customs are adhered
to with fidelity. A quadrangle
called the lawn is bounded
on its long sides by rows
of one story houses, with larger
buildings at intervals; these
were for residences of students
and professors respectively.
At the head of the lawn
stood the Rotunda,  library
etc., built on reduced scale
after the plan of the Pan-
theon. At 2 p.m. I was 
again on the way; going
via Basic City to Luray.
Reached last named town
at 5.45 p.m.; took quarters
at the Lawrance Hotel,
and immediately set about
making arrangements for
visiting the famous Caverns
of Luray. At 8 p.m. I was in
the caves, which I have so
long desired to visit. Night
and day are the same in
these silent halls. I had an

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intelligent guide, and with
him spent hours of pleas-
urable occupation exploring
the galleries, nooks, alcoves,
chasms, great halls and
amphitheatres. (See Note-book)
In the organ chamber are
a number of flat stalac-
tites, which are wonderfully
sonorous, when struck. This
resonant quality is however
possessed by most of the free-
hanging chamber stalactites
but in this chamber the
notes are such as to form
a harmonious chord, and
I was entraced by the music
of these storm pendants.
The guide, Mr. Boshong, play-
ed for me a number of 
simple tunes, and initiated
to comparative perfection the
sweet chirping of bells.
Some of the stalactites are
flat and folded; most of
these are translucent, and
toward the free edge they
are banded; suggesting the
fanciful names given; -
"lost blanket" "lady's shawl"
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- Feb. 24 -
special interest visited, were
Fish Market, Pluto's Chasm
showing the Spectre Poultry
Market, Titania's Veil, Cas-
cade, Fallen Column, Coral
Springs, and other springs,
etc:    "The Mammoth Cave,
and the Caverns of Luray
can scarcely be regarded
as rival attractions; the
first excells in size, they
other in variety and beauty.
While the Mammoth Cave
has in but few parts reached
an advanced stage of the
ornamentation process, the
Luray is filled with beau-
tiful formations in all its
parts.
		- Feb. 25 -
Left Luray by early train:
reached Washington at
noon. Took room at the
National Hotel, and began
work. Spent greater part
of afternoon at Smith-
sonian Institution, and
in National Museum. Met
Dr Merril and Mr Tassin,
of the departments of Geol-
ogy and Mineralogy with

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whom I have some business
relations in the matter of
exchange of specimens. The
gentlemen showed me much
courtesy. Visited the Senate
and the House of Represen-
tatives; failed to find any
of our Utah Congressmen
in search of whom I spent
some time.
		- Feb. 26 -
Spent most of forenoon
at the Capitol, in company
part of the time with
Senators Frank J. Cannon,
and Arthur Brown, and
Representative C.E. Allen 
of Utah. Met also Dr.
Baker President of the Univ-
ersity of Colorado with whom
I sat in meetings at Jackson-
ville; he is here on business
akin to my own - that of
looking after the progress
of bills concerning State
Universities. Met also, and
spent some time with
Representative Hurley of
New York, who is the
champion of the "Metric
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Feb. 26
measures in the House. He
is  much interested in the
attitude of Utah on this
subject. I learn by letter
from Prof. Coray of our
Faculty that the Utah
Senate has passed a Mem-
orial asking Congress  System
the only legal system of the
country.
Spent rest of day at
National Museum. 
By letter from home I learn
with gratitude that all
were well at the date of
writing. Feb 16 
At night I attended, by
invitation a meeting of the
Geological Society of Wash-
ington: the session was
held in the room of the
Cosmos Club. Made a late
call (10.30 p.m.) on Senator
Brown at his rooms in the
Ebbitt House, to talk over
the provisions of some
bills concerning Utah now
before Congress.

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		- Feb. 27 -
Proceeded to Baltimore by
early train. Here I find
myself once again in the
city in which I spent
so pleasant and so profit-
able a time at school. Went
at first opportunity to the
Johns Hopkins University:
there met Prof. Remsen my
former instructor also Dr
Morse, Dr Clark (Geology)
and Pres. Gilmaw. I was
agreeably surprised to find
that so many remember
me, for my stay here was
to my regret, very brief.
Visited many departments of
the University. The principal
purpose of my present "stop-
over" in Baltimore was to
meet Bro. Jos. F. Merrill
a member of the Faculty
of the University of Utah,
who is now here on leave
of absence as a graduate
student in John Hopkins.
Had a pleasant visit with
him: he appears to be
doing good work. Went by
evening train to Philadelphia
Took room at Hotel Vendig.

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		Feb. 28.
Devoted morning to matters
of business in Philadelphia
then proceeded to New York.
Took room at Everett House.
		- Feb. 29 -
After attending to matters
of business, went over to
Brooklyn. Visited there
the Pratt Institute, and called
at the temporary residence
of two of our Utah ladies, -
Misses Mary and Donnette
Smith— daughters of Prest.
Joseph F. Smith. They are now
students of Pratt Institute.
Failed to find them however.
Took night train westward
over Lehigh Valley Ry. This
road took me through
South Bethlehem, where
I spent so happy a time
as a student.
There is so much that is
awe-inspiring in the wild
progress of a fast train
at night. Howling, schreeching
fire and smoke flying, the
mad thing rushes onward
through the darkness and
as tonight through the storm

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		– March 1. –	Sunday.
At 6.45 a.m. we were at
Niagara Falls.  Heavy storm
in progress, wind and snow.
I appreciate every glance
at this great cataract.
Our train proceeded by the
Chicago and Grand Trunk
Ry. through Southern Canada
back to the United States by
the St. Clair Tunnel at Port
Huron, thence onward through
Michigan and Illinois.
Last Sunday I was amidst
budding trees, and bursting
flowers; today surrounded
by ice and snow.  Reached
Chicago at 9.15 p.m. Took
room at Palmer House.
Letters from the University
inform me of good progress
there.
		– March 2 –
Letter from Maia, dated 28" ult,
brings good news of our
little family at that time.
Spent day engaged in matters
of business.  Left Chicago
by Chicago and North Wes-
tern Ry. 10.30 p.m. westward
bound.

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March 3
Reached Council Bluffs at
3 p.m. Continued over Union
Pacific Ry.
		- March 4 -
Severe blizzard on the moun-
tain heights and in the Wyom-
ing plains. Fierce winds
and blinding snow drifts
March 5
Reached Salt Lake City at 4am
Found all fairly well at home,
with the excepting of little
Paul who is suffering from
cold and sore throat. Sterling
is at present with his
grandparents on the Farm.
Resumed work at the
University.
		- March 8 - 	Sunday
Went by early train to Lake
view, thence walked to the
Farm. Found Father greatly
improved in health: though
he is troubled over the
business of conducting
the farm work. Mother
and the rest are well. Our
son Sterling was there to
meet me. he was well. Re-
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noon train, in time to attend
the last greeting of the
Salt Lake Stake Conference. 
		- March 12 -
Had interview with the First
Presidency, and officers of the
Salt Lake Literary and Scientific
Association, on the subject
of the occupancy of the
Deseret Museum building
by the University. A com-
mittee was appointed to 
examine and report.
I was requested by the Pres-
idency to remain after the
business referred to was ter-
minated for the day. To my
surprise the brethren began
to question me in detail re-
garding my bodily health. I
learned that some well-meaning
friends had spoken to the
brethren on the subject and
that the opinion of physi-
cians who are well acquainted
with me had reached the
ears of the brethren. They had
learned that my health has
been jeopardized and as they
said, my sanity, and life
threatened by insomnia

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and other evidences of nervous
disorders. It is true, that
overwork or rather worry over
my work has affected me
in the manner described, and
other bodily weaknesses have
developed at intervals. Prest.
George Q. Cannon speaking in
behalf of the First Presidency,
told me that it had been reported
to them that the moderate
use of tobacco would have
a good effect upon me. This
opinion has been expressed to me
by some of our foremost physi-
cians, who have on several
occasions specifically advised
me to smoke, on the ground
that my system is particularly
responsive to the effect of
tobacco. Other physicians
in this country and in Europe
have told me the same. Of
our home men of medicine, I
mention here Dr C. F. Wilcox and
Dr Jos. Richards, each of whom
has taken a great interest
in my physical condition in-
spired it would seem by
feelings of friendly regard
for their attentions are usually

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offered voluntarily. I have reason
to think that their opinions
have by direct or indirect
communication reached the
ears of the authorities in
the church. Today Pres. Wood-
ruff, Pres. Geo. Q. Cannon, and
Pres. Jos. F. Smith, gave me
combined counsel to try the
effect of moderate smoking;
indeed said Pres. Cannon, "We
give you this rather as an
instruction than as counsel."
Apostle Heber J. Grant was pres-
ent, and expressed his acqui-
escence. Bro. George F. Gibbs
was also present. This was un-
usual counsel and to me very
surprising. I have long taught
the ill effects of the tobacco
habit, and have had no thought
of becoming addicted to it
myself. Nevertheless I have
long known that tobacco
produces an unusually strong
effect upon me,  even the odor
of tobacco smoke produces a
soothing effect upon me; and
affects my bowels as does no
ordinary pungative, marked by
few of the injurious effects

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which follow in my case the
use of cathartics. My Father
tells me that for many years
before and after my birth he
was a confirmed smoker, and
that his father and grandfather
were likewise devoted to the
appetite for tobacco. and claim
no credit for abstaining from
it. I confess here as I plainly
confessed to the brethren today
that on the eve of my departure
for the east last month one
of the general church author-
ities  Elder George Reynolds
of the Council of the Seventies
having knowledge of the physi-
cians advice and of my
then weak state of bodily
health  I was suffering
from loss of sleep etc.  came
to me with the counsil that
I test the effect of tobacco
while away; and that I did
conscientiously as he advised
To my surprise, I suffered no
nausea or other ill effects,
and while I took no pleasure
in the act of smoking, a
good cigar produced a mar-

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vellous quietening of my
over-wrought nerves.  Of course
the brethren in counseling me
as they did today, warned me
against contrasting the smok-
ing habit to injurious degree.
At present I am in good
bodily health: my eastern
trip has been a source of
rest and improvement to me:
and I trust I shall not find
it advisable a necessary to put
into practice the counsel here
recorded.
		-March 13-
Meeting of the Committee referred
to under yesterday's date (page 33)
In the evening, presided at
the regular meeting of the
Microscopical Society of Utah.
Made a short address with
practical experiments on
Radiant matter, and the new
"X ray", or "Roentgen" photog-
raphy.
		-March 14-
Committee meetings on Deseret
Museum affairs.
		-March 16-
Committee (see above, Mar. 13) reported
to the First Presidency a re-
commendation that the new

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-Mar. 16-
Deseret Museum building
with the entire Latter-day Saint's
College lot be offered the Univ-
ersity of Utah in settlement
of the unpaid part of the
endowment fund ($45,000 - and
unpaid interest, which on June
30 next will amount to $2700).
After discussion the First Presid-
ency voted to adopt the report,
and continued the Committee
in service, to arrange for
presenting the matter before
the University authorities
		-March 18-
In accordance with previous
appointment I lectured tonight
at Unity Hall, under the
auspices of the Unity club
on "Waste, and its utilization.
		-March 21-
Yesterday and today special
meetings of the University
Board of Regents were held
to consider the proposal by
the Church authorities in behalf
of the Salt Lake Literary
and Scientific Assn.  An affir-
mative vote prevailed on the
proposition to accept, provided
certain conditions were complied
with

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	—March 22—. Sunday
morning prayer circle at the
Temple: by appointment I of-
ficiated at the altar. Then
attended Sunday School in our
own ward: addressed separate-
by two of the classes. Attended
afternoon meeting at the
Tabernacle. Ward meeting
in the evening: by call
I addressed the meeting.
	—March 17—
Delivered the last of the
current series of public
lectures at the University:
subject: - "Fire-holes," a study
of volcanoes and their effects,
illustrated by stereopticon views.
In all 32 lectures have been
given in this course: and I
trust that some good has
been atten accomplished
thereby.
	—March 28—
Lectured this morning under
the auspices of the Salt Lake
County Teacher's Institute:
subject:- "Devices in teaching
Geography and Geology,"
illustrated.

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	—April 5.— Sunday.
Attended funeral services
over the remains of Sister
Anna T. Maeser, wife of my
friend and teacher Bro. Karl
G. Maeser. She died on the 2"
after an illness of years. The
services were held at the
18" Ward chapel. By request
I officiated as one of the pall-
bearers; and also offered the
opening prayer at the service.
	—April 6—
The 66th Annual Conference
of the Church closed today.
It has been in session three
days. I have been able to
attend fewer of the meetings
than usual, owing to other
formal and special duties. At
this afternoon's session,
a lengthy address was
read to the Saints as issued
by the presiding authorities
of the Church; it is spoken
of as the second manifesto.
It refers to the criticisms
that have been indulged
in by some people charging
the authorities with interference
in political matters: and

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expressly declares that the
officers have never sought
to curtail any man's privil-
eges and rights as a citizen:
but firmly holds that men
who have assumed respectable
positions in the church should
not accept other positions
political or otherwise which
will detract their attention
from ecclesiastical duties,
without first seeking council
and consent from their pre-
siding officers in the church
The declaration, or as it is
popularly called, the "second
manifesto" was signed by
the First Presidency, and other
presiding quorums, and by
all the apostles, save one,–
Apostle Moses Thatcher. Bro.
Thatcher is known to have
taken issue with others of
the brethren on political
matters; and the absence of
his name from the list
causes much comment. In
presenting the names of the
general authorities of the
Church for the support of
the people, the Presidency

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omitted his name from the
Quorum of the Twelve.
		- April 7 -
The first legislature of the
State of Utah has been in
session since January 4. By
provision of law the legislature
was to adjourn April 5, but
by the fiction so commonly
perpetrated in such proceedings
the last day is greatly prolonged.
As a matter of fact both
Senate and House are still
in session, all proceedings
however since the beginning
of the last day allowed by
law being recorded under
date of April 5. I have had
much to do in the disa-
greeable duty of working
with the law-makers to secure
the passage of certain measures
in the interest of the
University, and with gratifying
success. We have received
as large an appropriation as
could be expected or conscientious-
ly asked for under existing
conditions. Early in the
session an emergency ap-
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made: to this now is added
$25000 - for general maintenance
to Dec. 31, 1896: $13500 to meet
deficits in present accounts,
and $5000 for building repairs
By action of the Governor and the
Senate I am appointed a
Regent of the University to fill
the vacancy caused by the
resignation of Chancellor
Robert Harkness. This term of
office will expire June 30, next,
at which time by operation
of the law enacted at this
session, the President of the
University becomes an ex officio
member of the Board of Regents.
		- April 10 -
Went to Provo by afternoon
train on University business.
In evening went to the Farm
and spent night with the
folks.
		-April 11-
Returned home, bringing
with me our son Sterling
who has been with his
grandparents for a couple
of months past.
		-April 13 -
Regular quarterly meeting of

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Board of Regents University of Utah
I filed my bond, as required by
law in the penal sum of $1000 -
and became a regular member
of the Board. Messrs. HS Hills,
and Waldemar Van Cott, fellow
Regents courteously became my
bondsmen. 
		- April 25 -
Went to Preston, Idaho, in ac-
cordance with previously made
appointment. Became the
guest of Prest. G. Parkinson of
the Oneida Stake of Zuric. During
the afternoon I attended the
meeting of the Oneida County
Teachers Institute and delivered
an address on "The Teacher."
Apostle Jnr. Henry Smith followed
with a short address.
In the evening a general
meeting was held under
the auspices of the Teachers
Institute and I delivered the
lecture which formed the chief
item of my appointment
here subject "Education and
Infidelity." Apostle Smith
again supplemented my
remarks.

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		–April 26– Sunday.
The Quarterly Conference of
the Oneida Stake of Zion
opens today. By request of
the Stake Presidency, and by
direction of the general author-
ities present  Apostles J[-]o H. 
Smith, and M. W. Merrill,
and Prest. Fieldsted of the
Seventies I occupied most of
the morning session in ad-
dressing the people.
   At 12.30, attended meeting of
the High Council.
Took afternoon train home,
arriving in Salt Lake City at
7.30 p.m.
	–May 3– Sunday
Delivered a night lecture in the
Salt Lake Theatre, in behalf of
the Utah Kindergarten Assn.
subject "Sun, Moon and Stars"
with lantern illustrations. I
do not approve generally of
Sabbath evening lecture on
fo secular topics, and particularly
when, as on the present occasion
an admission fee is charged,
but the Stake authorities gave
the movers in this matter then
sanction, and I could not well
object.

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		- May 10 -    Sunday
Went to Kaysville by evening
train and addressed the saints
at invitation of the Seventies
quorum. Spent night at
house of Bro. Blood.
		- May 11 -
Returned home by early train.
		- May 20 -
Went to Ogden, and delivered
a morning lecture before the
City Teachers, subject: - "The
Scientific Spirit." Returned
home in afternoon.
		- May 22 -
By invitation I attended the
morning exercises at the City
High School, and delivered
an address to the pupils.
		- May 28 -
The papers today give news
concerning a terrible destruc-
tion by wind and storm in
the city of St. Louis. The
calamity is appalling. Surely
the prophesies concerning
destruction are being rapidly
fulfilled.
		- May 30 -
Memorial Day. Wife and I
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visit to the grave of our
darling babe, and left a
floral tribute.  This day
marks the beginning of
the annual conference of the
Young Peoples Mutual Im-
provement Association. I
took a small part in the
exercises by delivering a brief
memorial address.
		- May 31 - Sunday.
Conference meetings continue
It is pleasing to note the
cooperation by the Young
Men's and the Young Ladies'
Associations.  The women took
quite as prominent a part
on the program as did the
men.  Several excellent addresses
were given by the Sisters.  Wife
May dismissed the morning
meeting in the Tabernacle by
prayer, and Sister Zina Young
officiated in a similar service
at the afternoon session.
This is the first instance
in my knowledge of Sisters
performing such a function
by call of the presiding
priesthood at a general
meeting.

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		- June 7 -
Public functions of Commence-
ment Week at the University
were inaugurated tonight by
the giving of the Baccalaureate
Sermon.  By courtesy of the
Stake authorities, the Assembly
Hall was placed at our disposal,
and the service was held there.
Rev. H.B. Steelman of the
Baptist Church was the speaker.
		- June 8 -
Evening reception tended by the
Faculty to the graduating 
classes.
		- June 9 -
This evening I officiated
by request in the marriage
ceremony which made Mr.
Theo D. Lewis of this city and
Miss Ettie V. Ellerbeck man
and wife.  The ceremony was
performed at the residence
of the bride's mother, 32 State
St.
		- June 10-
Commencement day at the
University.  Exercises were held
in the Theatre, with the usual
ceremonials.  All passed off
smoothly and pleasingly.

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		- June 11 -
University Field Day.  Wife and
I spent part of the after-
noon with the students at
Saltair.
		- June 12 -
Last Faculty meeting of the
academic year.  It is generally
conceded that the year has
been a successful one in
our history.  May the labors
be blessed.
		- June 14 - Sunday.
Addressed the Second Ward
evening meeting.
		- June 17 -
Officiated in marrying Charles
Arthur Caine, and Fannie Mary
Roundy of Salt Lake City.  The
ceremony was performed at
the residence of the bride's
parents, 515 East 1" South St.
		- June 18 -
The State Teachers Association
convened today for a three
day's session.  I attended all
meetings.
		- June 19 -
Teachers' Association continued.
I took part on the program
by reading a paper on

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		cont.	
"Practical Education"; and in
the evening I gave an exhibition
of "Rontgen ray photography."
		- June 23 -
Delivered an illustrated lecture,
"Pompeii" under the auspices
of the Methodist Church.
		- June 24 -
Went by invitation on a 
Lake voyage. Capt D. L. Davis
proposed to sail on his little
raft-boat to some of the
islands in the lake.  Party
consisted of Capt. Davis,
Bro. John Howard, Bro. Richard
Lambert, Bro. Davis's son
and myself.  Sailed from
Garfield . Becalmed during
part of afternoon: there we
made good progress, and about
midnight a regular squall
struck us.  We were in some
danger for a time.
		- June 25 -
Reached safe harbor and
cast anchor off Carrington
Island about 4 a.m.  Rested
till 8 a.m., then hoisted sail
and sped on to Hat Island,
and there landed and examined
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numerous gulls, pelicans,
and cranes, which make of
the island a rookery.
Secured good specimens of rock,
and some excellent pictures.
Returned to Carrington Island,
being becalmed, on the way
and having to propel the
boat by "poling" I landed
on the island and made
collections.
		- June 26 -
Sailed toward mainland; but
through contrary winds and
calms we failed to reach
shore as intended.  Collected a
large number of the "Brine
Shrimps," for specimens and
more for food.  We had shrimps
stewed fried and raw.  Cast
anchor off Saltair.
		- June 27 -
Reached Garfield at 12 a.m: took
train home.
		- July 1 -
Meeting of the University
Board of Regents.
		- July 2 -
Left the 7 a.m. Union Pacific
train, en route for the East.
The purpose of my journey

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July 2
is to be present at the
approaching annual meeting
of the National Educational
Assn, and of the National
Association of State Universities,
at Buffalo N.Y. and to
make some purchases of
apparatus and furniture
for the University.
		- July 4 - 
Independence Day.  Reached
Chicago at 8 a.m.  Took room
at the Palmer House.  Able
to do very little business,
the day being a holiday.
Chicago is all bustle
and noise today,  the un-
necessarily clamorous expre-
sion of a misguided patriot-
ism.  In the afternoon I
went to Cicero  corner of
Ridgland Avenue and 16" St.,
and there witnessed the
unusual spectacle of a
prearranged railway col-
lision.  Two full-sized
engines, each having three
box cars attached were
started toward each other
on a specially constructed
track; at the start they

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were 3 miles apart if the
announcements were true,
and at the time of collision
they were travelling at the
rate of 35 to 40 miles per
hour.  I estimated that
fully 40000 people were
present to view the scene.
There may be some valuable
results from the event: in-
stantaneous photographs
may aid in demonstrating
the sequence of rapid actions
us such a catastrophe.
The Railway Company (the
Chicago and Northern Pacific)
probably profited from the
exhibition, as worn out
engines are comparatively
worthless.  The locomotives
had been painted and other-
wise prepared, and as the
crowd pressed about them
and climbed into they
cabo and upon the
tenders before they were
run back for the start
one could scarcely resist
the feeling that an
execution was about to
take place.  As the

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July 4
monsters were seen approach-
ing each other, the tragic
features became much
pronounced, and women who
had fought for front places
screamed and tried to force
their way back through 
the crowds. As they struck
the iron steeds seemed to
rise against one another,
the front cars were splintered,
and piled up, a terrific
roar of escaping steam
ensued, and people rushed
forward and clambered in crowds
upon the wreck. Of course
the engineers had jumped from
the cabs after opening the
throttles, but a dummy
had been put in the
window of one of the engine
cabs, and some thought
a man was aboard; a 
scream of terror went up
from those of the spectators
who saw the false human
form.
		- July 5 -   Sunday
A number of Utah people
arrived this morning
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population of Chicago. The
occasion which brings them
and so many others to
the city just now is the
Democratic Convention for the
nomination of a President
of the United States. The
Palmer House is headquarters
of the Convention and the
hostlery is crowded. Brother
Emil B. Isgrem a former
student and then a fellow
teacher of mine in the B.
Y. Academy at Provo and
now a student of the Rush
Medical College of this city
called this morning to invite
me to be present at the
meeting of the Saints this
afternoon. I was unable
to accept the invitation but
hope to visit them on
my return. I met this
morning Prof. Toronto, and
Instructor Bradford of our
Faculty. Mrs Virginia Snow
Stephen and Miss Rachel
Edwin of our Training
School corps. Judge Powers,
Mr. J. L. Rawlins and Mr
Jones Hansen of Salt Lake 
City.

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–July 5–
	Took train at 9 p.m., via 
Lake Shore and Michigan
Southern Ry for Buffalo, N.Y.
		–July 6–
Pleasant travel: scenery of
lake and woodland.  Reached
Buffalo at 3.15 p.m.  The
city is already well filled
with visiting teachers, and
many thousands more are
expected during the next
few days.  It is not easy
to secure hotel accommoda-
tions I took a room at
the Mansion House, – a badly
situated house – so much
noise and bustle in the
vicinity, otherwise it seems
to be a fairly good hotel.
		–July 7–
Finding that the first
meeting of the National
Educational Association will
not be held till afternoon,
and that the first session
will be mostly given up
to formalities  If welcome, I
decided to spend the day
at Niagara.  Took early
morning electric car to the
Falls.  I have visited this

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marvel of Nature many times
before but every time I see
it I see that which is new.
Today I was able to give time
to my visit.  Viewed the American
and the Horseshoe or Canadian
Falls above and below: traversed
the bridge to Goat Island,
and traveled around and
across it, visiting also
Luna Island, Three Sisters
Islands, and the Cave of the
Winds: took passage on the
Maid of the Mist, and steamed
into the spray of the falling
torrents; crossed to the Canadian
side by boat, and returned
afoot by the Suspension
Bridge.  Every change of
position reveals new wonders.
I was impressed as I have
been before by the appearance
of slow motion in the stream
above and below the Falls
and in the falling water.
Niagara is majestic: there
is nothing of the darting
rill.  However, viewing the
Falls from behind, as at the
Cave of the Winds, the water
appears to move with furious
rapidity. (See Notes.)

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July 7
	Today also I examined some
of Edisons wondrous inventions –
phonograph kinetoscope and
the two combined in the
kinetophone: these I have
seen before: but the vita-
scope was new to me, though
I have seen descriptions. Instan-
taneous photographs are pro-
jected on a screen at rate
of 40 per second, and the
motions of the subjects are
reproduced in a way mar-
vellously true to life.
		July 8"
	The room set apart for
the general sessions of the
N.E.A. is capable of seating
about 3000 persons: it is
estimated that 17000 teachers
and school officers are
now here in attendance;
but a small part can
gain entrance to the hall.
I was unable to get in
this morning so I left
for Niagara, and spent
the greater part of the
day at Nature's shrine.
Went through the so called
"Cave of the Winds"; this

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is not a typical cave,
but a recess in the rock,
roofed by projecting hard
limestone; one stands
behind the falling sheet.
The roaring and roaring
of wind and water are
terrifying. In preparation
for the trip you are
furnished with woolen under
suit, and an outer covering
of oiled cloth, with hood.
Rode to Lewiston by the
justly famed "Gorge" line
of electric cars, propelled as
are all the train-cars by
electricity generated by the
energy of Niagara. The
line leads along the
American brink of the
river, past the rapids,
and the whirlpool.
Returning to the town
of Niagara Falls I visited
the great power house,
where a mite of the
energy of the great catar-
act is converted into
electric power and used.
Attended evening session
of the Convention.

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		July 9
At 9 am. I attended meeting
of the National Association
of State Universities at
the Association head-quarters
– the Iroquois Hotel. Another
meeting of the same organ-
ization at 1.30 p.m, in the
North Presbyterian Church.
I was elected to serve as
Secretary pro. tem. At 5
attended meeting of the N.E.A.
Department of Higher
Education. Morning and
evening sessions of the 
general Association.
		July 10
Morning and evening
general sessions: afternoon
meeting of the Depart-
ment of Higher Education
Association adjourned for
the year at the close
of the night session.
Letter from home dated
July 6 brings word of good
condition at time of writing.
		July 11
Took advantage of an
excursion rate offer and made
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return. Left Buffalo by early
morning train proceeding
by way of Niagara Falls to
Niagara-on-the-Lake thence
by a 35 mile steamboat ride
across Lake Ontario to
Toronto.  In this city one
feels a British atmosphere
tempered as it is by Amer-
ican ideas and customs.
Visited some departments
of Trinity College with which
institution Prof. Henry
Montgomery, formerly of
the University of Utah
is now associated; I
did not succeed in finding
the gentleman however.
Returned to Buffalo by
evening boat and train.
The view of Niagara Falls
by twilight is superb.
	  —July 12—
Took afternoon train via
Lake Shore and Michigan
Southern Ry. to Chicago.
	   —July 13—
Reached Chicago at 8 a.m;
took room at Palmer
House.

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	   —July 14—
Spent day in business and
in visiting places of interest.
In afternoon went to stock-
yards, and packing establishment.
Witnessed the processes of
wholesale slaughter, - pigs,
sheep and cattle.  The doomed
creatures are driven to the
upper levels of the slaughter
houses, passing up inclined
chutes so that the carcases
will not have to be lifted.
	   —July 15—
Since reaching Chicago I
have been able to do little
little of my professional
business being troubled by
an unsightly boil on
my face.
    Took evening team on a
Chicago and Alton Ry. to
Bloomington Ill.   Arrived
at 10 p.m. took room at
Folsom House.
      — July 16 —
A word as to the purpose
of my present visit to
Bloomington.   The Illinois
Wesleyan University is here
located: this institution

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beside conducting regular
collegiate courses of instruc-
tion offers also non-resident
courses.  On the strength of
work done, the University
named, has conferred upon
me the degree of Doctor of
Philosophy and in accordance
with a wholesome regulation,
of the institution when a degree
is conferred the recipient
must be present or at least
must present himself in per-
son before the Faculty before
the diploma is presented. While
my work has long been finished
I have delayed my personal
appearance here.   Today I
reported early to Dr R. O. Graham
dean of the Faculty: he kindly
took me at once to Pres. W. H.
Wilder, and a meeting of certain
members of the Faculty was set
for the afternoon. In the mean
time I was presented to a
representative of the Board
of Trustees.  At the afternoon
meeting I was properly presented
and the long deferred diploma
was given.  Spent most of the
day with members of the

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July 16.
Faculty; and dined with Dr
Graham and family at his
residence.
	I was the more willing to
submit myself to test for the
degree, owing to what I consi-
der a very unfortunate in-
cident which occurred in my
experience years ago. In 1889
I believe it was, othe so called
University at Chicago professed
to give me the same degree.
I knew nothing of the institu-
tion, aside from the fact that
names of many prominent
men were announced in
its instructing corps., and its
effort to honor(?) me was due
to the acts of certain professors
who knew me as a student
in the East and who at that
time thought as did I that the
institution would remain reputable.
For many years after returning
home from school at Johns
Hopkins University, I cherished
the home of returning and there
completing my doctorate course.
I was called home by duty and
the force of circumstances and
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to that great institution as a
student.  After the "National
University" of Chicago had offered
and given the degree, with no
seeking of mine, I began to
investigate the standing of
the institution, and I watched
its course for a year or so, be-
coming convinced that it degrees
were of little value, given as
they were so loosely. I thereupon
repudiated the degree and returned
the diploma.  However, the
"PhD" has clung to my name
through not willingly or volun-
tarily used by myself. I was
willing therefore to submit
myself to test and examination
on a non resident basis to win
the title that was ascribed to
me although I had repudiated
the bestowal.  While degrees
mean but little to me, they
seem to be a necessary
evil in the professional
world today.
	—July 17—
Returned to Chicago by early
train, leaving Bloomington
at 5.40 a.m.  Took room at
Palmer House.  Spent forenoon

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  July 17.
at the University of Chicago
mostly in Geological Department,
and the afternoon at the
Cook County Normal School.
At each of the institutions
named several of our Utah
friends are located, follow-
ing summer courses of
study.
	 —July 18—
Spent most of day in
examining school apparatus
and material at the various
furnishing houses.  Took
night train via Chicago and
North-western Ry: westward
bound.
	    — July 19 —
An agreeable fellow passenger
and I made up an acquaint-
ance today.  He proved to
be Prof. Abbott, of the
Leland Stanford University
Law School.  He enquired
carefully regarding our
people and secured deeply
interested in some phases
of their history.
	— July 20 —
Prof. Abbott continued his
enquiries and comments.

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I explained to him the organ-
ization and operation of our
Church courts,– .Bishops' Court
and High Councils.  He pro-
nounced the plan of operation
excellent and strongly urged
that a carefully prepared
history of the Church
Court system be published.
We agreed to continue the
acquaintance thus begun.
	  —July 21—
Reached home early, this morn-
ing: or rather I should say
I reached our house, for the
essential elements of the
home are missing.  Wife
and sons are away on a
visit and the house was
closed.  At the time of my
start on the journey first
completed I expected to be
way one or two weeks longer
Attended the funeral services
of Bro. John Pope, a member
of the Second Ward who
has been killed through
a railway accident near
Milford Utah.  By request
I among others spoke at
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	  — July 24 —
Pioneer day.  I have not
written to inform May of
my return, hoping that
she will prolong her visit
so as to afford herself a
much needed rest.  This
morning however I went to
Alpine to visit with her, our
boys and May's folks.  Went
to American Fork by train
thence by bicycle to Alpine.
Found all well.  Attended
the Pioneer Day celebration,
and by request delivered an
impromptu speech.  During
early evening I rode by
wheel to Pleasant Grove
and enjoyed a short visit
with Sister Mayhew and
family.  Then proceeded to
the Farm, and spent the
night with the folks. Found
all reasonably well; through
Father has suffered much
of late.
	—July 25—
Early morning wheel to
American Fork thence
to Salt Lake City by rail.

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	—July 26 — Sunday.
Attended funeral services
of Apostle Abraham H.
Cannon who died a week
ago today. His passing
away is that of a great
and a good means. He died
at the time of his life's
prime. It will be difficult
to fill his place.
At evening ward meeting
I delivered a very short
address.
	—July 30—
In accordance with plans
previously made I left tonight
as one of a small party en
route to the Yellowstone
Natural Park. The party con-
sists of Elders George Reynolds
George C. Lambert, John Whitaker
and myself all of Salt Lake
City. At first I planned the
organization of a party of
students and teachers for
five or six weeks scientific
work in the Park: but
I can at present spare so
little time that a change
in plans is imperative.
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rapid journey. Bro. Reynolds
is indisposed from overwork,
as are also Bros. Lambert and
Whitaker.   We took the
night train via Union Pacific
northward bound.
	  —July. 31—
Reached Market Lake Idaho
at 5 a. m; here we left the
railway. We were met by
Bro. Samuel Ricks, son of
Pres. T.E. Ricks; and we proceeded
by team to Rexburg.– the
home of Prest. Ricks. We
contracted with Bro. Samuel
Ricks to accompany us
round the National Park
with teams and wagons. We
left Rexburg at 3.30 pm, and
drove to the head of the
St. Anthony Canal, near the
town of St. Anthony. Our outfit
consists of a light spring
wagon and team; a baggage
wagon and team, and a 
riding horse. We have a 
good camp equipment.
	— Aug. 1 —
Travelled the whole day: camped
on the banks of the Snake
River near the edge of Island
Park.

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      —Aug. 2 —
In spite of this being the
Sabbath, we decided on the
counsel of Bro. Reynolds to
travel as our time is limited.
Camped at night on the south
fork of the Madison River
near Dwelle's ranch.
	   —Aug. 3—
Early ante-breakfast ride.
Pine forests, clear streams
and green hills.  Crossed the
Western boundary line of
the Park at 6.15 a.m.
At the first station we were
required to register our names
and places of residence; and to
surrender firearms to be sealed.
By 1 p.m. we reached the Lower
Geyser Basin; spent rest of the
day in examining the geysers and
the hot springs which here
abound.  We witnessed eruptions of
the "Impulsive" and other smalley
geysers, and in the after part
of the day we observed the eruption
of the "Great Fountain",– the
finest of regularly erupting
geysers in the Lower Basin. Visited
also the White Dome and many
springs.  See "Field Notes."

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		— Aug. 4 —
A very cold morning following
a wet night. All of us excepting
the teamster were thoroughly drenched
yesterday evening by being caught
in a sudden storm while visiting
the geysers.  Started at 7 a.m. for
the Upper Geyser Basin, visiting
on the way many geysers
springs and pools. We witnessed
eruptions of Jewel, Shell, Fan,
Restless, Mortar and Riverside.
During the day we visited Old Faith-
ful, Comet, Turban, Saw Mill,
Economic, and Oblong, all of
which we saw in action; I visited
also Giant, Grotto, Splendid,
Grand, Giantess, BeeHive, Lion,
and a number of others.
In the evening we drove to
the Lone Star Geyser which
we saw in action.  The entire
Basin is a scene of secondary
volcanic activity beyond description.
The effect of the countless steam
jets and columns rising from
geysers and hot springs in
the twilight was wierd in
the extreme.  Late at night
we went into camp within a
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geyser, which erupted in the
night with a roaring noise
sufficient to awaken us all.
This has been a day of new
pleasing and most instructive
experiences.
		—Aug. 65—
At 4.40 a.m. I was on my every
to the upper part of the Basin,
secured a number of interesting
photographs.  Visited other
pools and geysers, and witnessed
a number of eruptions, promin-
ent amongst which was the
play of the Grotto, and the
boiling of the Sapphire Pool,
a so-called pulsating spring
I had no expectation of meeting
acquaintances and friends here;
but since reaching the Park
I have met a member of
old friends and students.
In the afternoon we made a
forced drive through the
Lower Geyser Basin to the
Norris Geyser Basin. Arrived
in time to witness daylight
displays by the "Minute Man,"
"Black Growler" and to visit
a number of other geysers
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	   —August 6 —
Early visit to geysers, hot springs
and steam vents.  We had the
good fortune to witness an eruption
of the "Monarch Geyser."  Drove
to Mammoth Hot Springs, - 20 miles
from Norris Basin, arriving at
3 p.m.  Spent rest of day in
visiting this very remarkable
formation. Secured some good
photos.  Here we meet with
every variation of color and form
in the calcareous and other deposits
from the hot water.
	   — Aug. 7 —
From 5 a.m. until 1 p.m. I was
engaged in visiting the Springs
formations; and the same work
followed in the afternoon. Toward
evening we broke camp and
retraced our way to Norris
Geyser Basin; then continued
by night ride to Grand
Cañon Junction.  Camped within
sound of the Upper and Lower
Falls of the Yellowstone.
	   —Aug. 8—
Began our inspection of the
rapids, falls, and canyon, as
soon as the heavy mists of
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Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
deserves its name; comparisons
between this great river gorge
and that of the Colorado through
the Kaibab are meaningless: each
has a beauty of its one, and
a grandeur of a special type.
In like manner the Falls are
not to be compared with Niagara,
each is grand in its own
character.
	Evening drive east<south> ward to
the Yellowstone Lake, Camped
near the outlet, on the very
shores of this interesting body
of water.
In travelling through the
Park one meets all sorts
and conditions of people; then
are the rich and rushing
tourists, who travel by stage,
traversing the circuit of the
Park in five days, and stop-
ing at hotels; there are the
horse-and buggy tourists, the
family party in a farm
wagon, the well equipped
spring vehicle and baggage
combinations, the pack-horse
and mule trains and the
bicycle wheelers: The law

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against the killing of birds
or other animals is rigidly
enforced and in consequence
the Park is becoming an
excellent game preserve; the
birds and quadrupeds are
remarkably tame; chipmunks
and squirrels will rest within
a couple of yards of passing
travellers and the wild-fowl
of the lakes and lagoons do
not rise as wagons and
pack trains rumble or
tramp by.
	     — Aug. 9 –   Sunday.
During the morning an in-
teresting and impressive service
was held in our tent in which
all members of the party took
part. In the afternoon we drove
on to West Thumb.
	     — Aug. 10 —
Travelled beyond the boundaries
of the National Park, toward
Jackson Hole.
	       — Aug. 11—
Continued travelling. Magnificent
Teton Range of Mountains beyond
Jackson's Lake furnish a most
impressive picture.  Camped about
5 miles east of Snake River.

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	  —Aug. 12—
Early morning ride showed
us an abundance of game —
antelope by the score, an
occasional elk, and much
flying game.  We are not out
for hunting, and carry no fire –
arms of any description; we
enjoyed the sight as much I
think as we would have en–
joyed the hunting.  Quite an
exciting experience in finding
the Snake River: we crossed
without accident however. The
canyon passage over the divide
between Jackson's Hole and
Teton Basin proved to be very
difficult.  It was 9 p.m. before
we were settled in camp.       — Aug. 13 —
Traveled through Teton
Basin. Bro. Lambert left the
party to visit friends; he
rejoined us at night.  Camped
near Teton Bridge.
	  — Aug. 14 —
Preparing for departure at
4 a. m. Reached Rexburg at
2.30 p.m.  Received here the
first word of affairs at
home since my departure.
The latest news is dated the

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11" inst: I learn that wife
is ill. This determined my
immediate departure for
home.  Pres. T.E. Ricks has
appointed special meetings
for Sunday next and has
announced that I will be
present on the occasion.
Bro. George Reynolds joins me
in the thought that I ought
not to wait. Word was re-
ceived that Apostle Brigham
Young will be here on that
day, so the people who
gather to hear me will be
richly treated, and gain a
marked advantage by the
change. Bros. Reynolds and
Whitaker are to proceed to
Iona, to attend a Sunday
School conference: Bro. Lambert
and I took a conveyance 
for Market Lake. Arrived
in time to catch the mid-
night train home.
	—Aug. 15—
Reached Salt Lake City at
9.10 a.m.  Hastening home
I found Wife May in a fair
state of recovery from the
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might have been most serious,
Ten days ago she was injured
by catching her foot in a
street railway rail as she
stepped from a car. I rejoice
that her condition is no
worse.
	  —August 16— Sunday.
This evening at 6.10 o'clock
Wife May gave birth to a
fine daughter. A slight
accident which befell May
nearly two weeks ago undoubt-
edly hastened the birth, but
the delivery was safely accom-
plished and at this writing
(11.30 pm) both Mother and
Baby are in good condition.
I am thankful that I obeyed
the impression which came
upon me at Rexburg to hasten
home; I arrived quite un-
expectedly to May a day
before the event.  Our hearts
are full of gratitude for
this added blessing upon
our household; and we fondly
hope that our little daughter's
advent will tend to mitigate
the loneliness occassioned by the
departure of our darling Zella.
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Aug. 16
Mother and Child, and may
we prove in some degree
worthy of this as of the
many other blessings from
our Father's hand.
	— Aug. 23— Sunday.
A week has passed since
the advent of our little
girl. Mother and child are
at this time in excellent
condition, though the first
five days of the week were
days of suffering and
danger for May.
This evening by call of the
Bishopric I delivered a short
address at the evening
meeting.
	   —Aug. 24 —
This day being the eighth
of our little daughter's life
was chosen as the time
for giving her a name.
She received the parents'
blessing and the name
of Elsie. This was the
name of Wife's good
Mother.
	   —Aug 29. —
Meetings of State Board of
Education. In attendance
all day.

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	—Aug 30— Sunday
Usual meetings According
to plan already discussed
between the Bishop and the
Sunday School authorities of
the Ward and myself I attended
Sabbath School in our own
- the Second Ward today and
took charge of a Theological
Class.  I hope to be able to
attend regularly and to conduct
the class in a regular course
of study.  It is my plan to
resume the lectures and study
on the "Articles of Faith"
begun in November <or October 1893> and
continued till March 1894 under
the auspices of the Church
University Theology Class.
       — September 2 —
Went to Lakeview by early
train, and paid a short visit
to our folks on the Farm.
Found Father in quite a poor
state of health; the rest of
those who are at home are
fairly well, but Sister Sadie
is in a very precarious state
of health.  Remained at her
home till afternoon; all too
short a visit however; then
rode by byicycle to

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Pleasant Grove and attended
the funeral of Sister Sarah
Mayhew who died on the
afternoon of Sunday last,
the 30" ult; a few hours after
being thrown from a buggy.
The family has been sorely
afflicted of late; less than
two years ago a promising
daughter, then a student
of the University died of Typhoid
fever; six months ago the
father of the family Elijah
Mayhew died quite suddenly; and
now the mother has gone.
By request I spoke at the
funeral services which were
held at the Meeting House,
and were largely attended;
Returned home by evening train.
This evening by arrangements
previously made I officiated
in performing a marriage
ceremony uniting Lorenzo D.
Young, a son of the late
President Brigham Young,
and Miss Dora Isabel Williams,
daughter of Charles Williams of
the Fourth Ward. The ceremony
was performed at the residence
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duties sometimes present a
striking contrast within a
very limited time, – a funeral
sermon and a marriage ceremony
in the course of a few hours.
	 —Sept. 8 —
Went to Ogden and there
attended the Tabernacle Ban-
quet, given in honor of the
remodeling of the great
Tabernacle in that city.
I took part on the program
by delivering an address
on "Electrical Forces."
	— Sept. 12 —
Faculty meetings for the
new academic year now
commence; the first was
held today.
	— Sept. 20 — Sunday.
Usual meetings. By call
of the Bishopric I spoke
at the evening meeting
in the Second Ward.
	— Sept 21 —
Another year has been added
to my life's history: today I
am 34 years of age – all too
old for the work done.
This day marks the reopening
of the University for another
academic year. Large attendance

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	     — Sept. 23 —
Performed the marriage ceremony
which made husband and
wife of Edward L. Sheets and
Minnie S. Shoebridge, both of
Salt Lake City.  The wedding
was held at the residence of
the bride's parents; and the
ceremony took place at 5.30 p.m.
	     —Sept. 25—
Attended High Priests monthly
meeting; and by call of the
President addressed the as-
sembly.
		— Sept. 27 — Sunday.
Went to Ogden by evening train
and delivered an illustrated
lecture in the Tabernacle subject,
"Fragments of Earth's History".
This lecture was given at
the request of the Stake
Presidency: an admission
fee was charged the proceeds
being devoted to the building
fund for tabernacle.	     Bro.
Reuben Clark accompanied me
to operate the lantern.  We
staid at the residence of
Bro. Woolley.
		– Sept 28 –
Returned to Salt Lake City by 6.45
morning train.

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	—October 1—
This being the day of the
regular monthly fast meeting
in the Ward our little daugh-
ter was taken to the meeting
and there blessed.  She received
the name already bestowed
in the Parent's blessing: - that
of "Elsie." Bishop L. G. Hardy
officiated.  Wife had to take
the baby; to my regret my
duties kept me from attending.
	— October 3 —
Attended meeting of the State
Board of Education
	 — October 4 — Sunday.
This day marks the opening
of the current semi-annual
conference of the Church; morning
and afternoon sessions, and
evening conference of the
Sunday school Union.
	   — October 6—
  Conference adjorned this
evening.  As regular university
sessions have continued
yesterday and today, I have
been unable to attend any
meetings on these days
except the Priesthood meet-
ing tonight.	This evening,

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Oct. 6—		    18
at 5 o'clock I performed
a marriage ceremony, uniting
John H. Dewey Jr. and Annie
Carlin Smith. The young
lady is a resident of our
ward; and the daughter of
Bro. Andrew Smith. The
marriage took place at the
residence of the bride's parents.
	— Oct. 12. —
Regular meeting of University
Board of Regents
	— Oct. 14 —
Received visit from Prof. W. J.
Sollas T.R.S. of Trinity College,
Dublin who is now returning
homeward from the South
Sea Islands where he has
been prosecuting geological
work. I had the pleasure
of meeting Prof. Sollas in
Dublin in 1894. He was
much interested in Utah local
geology. We went together
to Saltair. Thence to the
Warm Springs and lake
deposits north of the city.
	     —Oct. 16—
Faculty reception to students.
Tonight also occured the organ-
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Practical Microscopy: to be
held weekly as an appendage
to the Microscopical Society
of Utah.
	   — Oct. 17 —
I was under engagement
to visit Coalville today, there
to lecture on educational
topics, but illness at home
compelled me to ask a sub-
stitute to go. Prof. Kingsbury
kindly took my place.
Our little son Paul showed
ailing signs a week ago:
his disorder has since de-
veloped into a severe at-
tack of typhoid fever. This
disease is very prevalent in
the city at present; we
have tried to be very care-
ful in regard to precautions
against infection; neverthe-
less Paul has succumbed. His
temperature has reached 105.2 °F
and his pulse 144 per min-
ute. While he appears to be
weathering the fever storm in
an encouraging manner, I
am concerned over his condition
and over that his good Mother,
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—Oct. 17—		      18
whom added responsibility may
act unfavorably. I accepted
what I thought to be good
counsel and remained at home
today instead of undertaking
a journey which would have
kept me away two days or
more.
	    — Oct. 20 —
Attended and by request took
part by speaking at the
funeral of a young man
named Galliphant in the
Second yr. Ward. He has been
a great sufferer from the results
of an accident, and has been
bed fast for nearly a year.
	   — Oct. 23 —
Took part as usual in the
regular Friday evening
session of the Microscopical
Society Class. At my sug-
gestion a number of the
Society members and some
others interested in Microscopy
have formed a class for
instruction and study. The
meetings are held at weekly
intervals. Prof. Whiting of the
University Faculty and my-
self are responsible for the
work.

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	—Oct. 25—	    Sunday.
The Theology Class engaged in
the study of the Articles of
Faith continues with increasing
interest. We meet Sabbath morn-
ings in connection with the
Second Ward Sabbath School.
	— Nov. 1 —	Sunday.
In the evening by call of
the Bishop I took part in
the evening services by addressing
the congregation at the Second
Ward Meeting House.
	  —Nov. 3. —
This is election day for the
choosing of a President and a
Vice President of the United States,
and state officers. The cam-
paign has been a fierce one,
and the event has been
spoken of as an epoch making
election. The main issue has
been in the question of
the monetary standard, - shall
it be a single one (gold) or
shall bimetalllism be
recognised. The Republican
nominee for President (Wm
McKinley is the single
standard nom candidate, and
Wm J Bryan (Democratic, Inde-
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Nov. 3.			18
Populist nominee) the repre-
sentative of the bimetallic
standard.
		— Nov. 4 —
The election returns as announced
show that McKinley (Republican)
is elected, and that with very
few exceptions the Democtratic
nominees for state officers
have won.
		— Nov. 5 —
Left home by 1.30 p. m. Rio Grande
Train and traveled to Salina,
on the way to the Deserts
of Wayne Co. Was met at
Salina by Bro. Franklin W.
Young of Fremont; together
we stopped over night at
the home of Bro. Elias Crane.
The purpose of my journey is
twofold, - to enquire into the
educational affairs of the
southern counties, and principally
to visit an occurence of
Selenite reported as existing
in the Central Desert. In the
course of a scientific trip
in 1895 (Aug. 3 or 4") I jour-
neyed from Caneville to the
Desert named in search
of the new find of Selenite,
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to conduct me to the spot.
The Deseret Museum has done
much good in bringing to
public notice the remarkable
Selenite geode in the South
Deseret, and the authorities of
the institution desire to have
the new occurrence examined.
	  — Nov. 6 —
Left Salina early with Bro.
Young: traveled by team and
light wagon. Reached Burr-
ville by early evening. Stopped
over night at residence of
Father and Mother Burr, after
whom the little settlement
has been named.
	— Nov. 7 —
Journeyed onward. Reached
Fremont by 3 p. m. Stopped at
Bro. Young's home.
	— Nov 8 — Sunday.
Attended Sunday School at
Fremont; addressed the school.
In the afternoon proceeded to
Loa, and there addressed the
Young People's Improvement
Association conference. Return-
ed to Fremont and delivered a
lecture on educational topics
at night. Crowded house.

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	 —Nov 9—
Left Fremont for the Desert.
Bro. F. W. Young and Bro. Irvin
Tanner have been engaged to
accompany me. We travel with
riding horses and packs, six
animals in all. Our plans
of taking light wagon had
to be abandoned in favor
of packs, on account of reported
difficulties on the road. Snow
and fierce wind, almost a
blizzard experienced in at the
pass over the Thousand Lake
Mountain (Pole Cañon Pass.)
Bro. Young and I with one pack
carrying the instruments started
an hour or so before the second
division, with the hope of
getting some work done at the
head of the desert before night-
fall. Disappointed in such
plans owing to the storm.
Snow gave way to rain as we
descended slopes of Thousand
Lake Mountain toward the
Desert.  Impressive scene, – the
heavy clouds would occasionally
part as a curtain revealing
glimpse of the deeply dis-
sected Plateau region.  Camped
at head of Central Desert.

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The numerous and majestic erosion
and denudation monuments,
(temples, towers, castles, syna-
gogues etc.) already referred to
in journal of former trip,
(July-August 1895) and in
Field Notes of former and pre-
sent trips, seem even more awe-
inspiring with the storm
drapery about them. In the
course of a raging wind and
rain storm I was able to
see the work of denudation
in progress. Huge blocks of
the soft and argillaceous sand
rocks would break from the
walls under the impact of
the wind and the driving wind.
	     — Nov. 10 —
Wind continued with little abate-
ment until 4 a.m; but the
morning dawned clear and still.
Up before 5 a.m: early start.
Second photographs of temples
and synagogues of dykes and
laccolitic beds. Traveled down
Central Desert: camped 3 p.m.)
at the "Grass Patch," near
a small supply of very
bad water. This point is within
two miles of the Selenite
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Nov. 10.			18
The mound is larger than the
geode already removed from
the South Desert: (see Field
Notes.) No opening appears
and it is impossible to ascertain
by simple inspection whether
we have to deal with a solid
mass or a hollow geode.  Worked
until a late hour endeavoring
to dig and blast a hole.
Discovered another deposit of
Selenite between this Mound
and our camping place.
	   — Nov. 11 —
Rose before 5 o'clock: returned
to Selenite. While the digging
and blasting work was in
progress I explored the
region and found a third
large deposit. At night we
found that the large mound
had been cut through a
distance of 5 or 5½ feet; pro-
gress is slow owing to tough-
ness of the material; blasting
material all consumed. I decided
to abandon the attempt to
penetrate the shell, (if shell
there be) at present, and
arranged for the work to be
carried on by Bro. Young, results

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to be reported; this work will
probably be continued during
the present winter.  We came
with no expectation of cutting
into the deposit at this time
unless the labor could be ac-
complished easily.
	    —Nov. 12—
Thermometric observations with
self registering instruments show
an average range from 95° F
in sun during daytime to
9°F at night.  Deposition of
hoar frost at night, bed
covered. Pleasing (?) sensation on
turning one's head on improvised
pillow to find oneself nestling
in a rank bed of frost
flowers. While packing was
in progress I visited (before sun-
rise) "temples" in neighborhood.
Secured pictures: located another
large Selenite mound sighted
by Bro. Tanner yesterday, and
found two other mounds.
Numerous tracks of wolves,
and one of mountain lion; the
animals have probably followed
a sheep here which passed
yesterday from the mountain.
Rode to Caneville, traversing
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Nov. 12.			18
Wash, with its magnificent
monuments of erosion. At Cane-
ville we halted for lunch. Went
on later, and camped for the 
night in the canyon by the
Fremont river. Abundant evidence
of the recent disastrous flood
which swept through the canyon
and out into the valleys is
seen everywhere. Driftage
marks the height of the water
in the canyon, and mud-covered
fields and ruined farms tell
the story of desolation in
the valleys. The worst effects
seem to have been produced
in Blue Valley, where most. of
the people have suffered serious
losses.
		— Nov. 13 —
Crossed Blue Flat, - the site
of an old lake and ascended
Hartnett Wash. Camped
at the head of Central Desert,
very near our halting plan
on the first day out from Fremont
	—Nov. 14—
Second pictures on mesa at
sunrise. Then resumed our
journey, and reached Fremont
at 2 p.m. The view of the
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slopes of the mountain were
most inspiring. I have never
seen so clear a picture of
that wonderful region.
	— Nov. 15 —    Sunday
The necessity of my hastening
home appeared to me good
reason for traveling today.
Bro. Young and I left Fremont
with team and light wagon
during forenoon, intending
to reach Grass Valley in
time to attend afternoon
meeting there. We made
slower progress than had been
hoped for, and so missed the
meeting; we continued our
journey and about 8 p.m.
reached Sigurd. Stopped over
night at a camp house
in Sigurd.
	 — Nov. 16 —
Early this morning Brother
Young started on his return
journey home. I waited at
the station until 10:30 a.m. then
took train for Salt Lake City.
Reached home at 6 p.m.
Found wife and children fairly
well. Little Paul has been worse
during my absence but is now
gaining strength.

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		—Nov. 26—
Thanksgiving Day. Holiday, spent
with family. By previous appoint-
ment I this day delivered the
Thanksgiving Sermon at the
services held in observance of the
day in Second Ward.
		—Nov. 28—
Attended meeting of State Board
of Education.
	      —Dec. 1—
The course of public lectures
offered for the current season
under University auspices was
inaugurated tonight. The lectures
are to be given on Tuesday evenings
from the present until April next,
with holiday interruptions. This
evening's lecture, the initial
address of the course was
delivered by myself, subject
"Ice and Snow", illustrated by
stereopticon views. Attendance
very large, over 200 were denied
admittance through lack of room.
	  —Dec. 6—	Sunday
Fast day. Attended meeting with
family. Today the changed order
goes into effect, making the
first Sunday, rather than as
heretofore, the first Thursday
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general fasting throughout the
church. The change is doubtless
inspired by wisdom, and will
give satisfaction to many.
To myself the change is very
acceptable: I have had few
opportunities of attending the
Thursday fast meetings.
	    —Dec. 11—
Annual meeting of the Micro-
scopical Society of Utah at
8 pm. In the election of officers
for the ensuing year, I was
again chosen President.
	—Dec. 13—		Sunday.
By appointment went to Ogden,
noon train. Spoke at afternoon
meeting under auspices of
combined Improvement Associa-
tions of the Fourth Ward on "Religious
Freedom." Visited Utah School
for Deaf, Dumb, and Blind. Returned
home by evening train.
	    —Dec. 18—
According to previous appoint-
ment went today to Richfield
to meet with the people in
discussion of school questions:
also tod attend Stake Conference
of the Y. M. M. I. A. Entertained
at home of Bro. Wm Ogden,
one of the School Trustees.

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		—Dec. 19—
Morning meeting of conference.
Small attendance; the officers
report but little interest in
the Improvement Association
work. By request I represent
the General Superintendency in
this conference. Addressed the morn-
ing meeting. During the afternoon
attended School Meeting called
by the Trustees for the purpose of
levying a special tax for the
establishment of a high school.
Considerable opposition to the pro-
posed levy had already been shown,
and the Trustees and other friends
of the movement feared while they
expected defeat. Opposition was
shown by two factions, – one com-
posing citizens who are uniformly
opposed to taxation with little or
no regard for the purpose, and the
other composed of Latter day Saints
who profess to hold strong hopes
that a church school, – a Stake
Academy can be established soon.
Prest. Seegmiller and other Stake
officers had stated to me that
they had no hope of re-establish-
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Richfield but had died out after
a troubled existence. The brethren
said that many of the people
who were opposing the tax on
the grounds of their alleged friend-
liness for a church school, had
already shown themselves wholly
unwilling to help such a school
when they had one. I was outspo-
ken in my preference for a 
church school if such could be
maintained of proper grade and
efficiency; I regret to say however
that our church schools have
sprung up like mushrooms in
a night and have died out as
quickly. Not as a Latter day Saint
alone, but as a public teacher,
I maintain the position that
well-conducted denominational
schools of secondary grade
are preferable to public schools
into which positive religious
teaching may not enter. The
church authorities in Richfield
promised <to> support the high
school movement. At four o'clock
the polls opened. The result was
reported to me at the close of an
evening lecture, and by request
announced the same to the
people. There was much enthusiasm

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when it was learned that
the vote had gone almost two
to one in favor of the High
School.   During the evening I
delivered a lecture as a part of
the Y.M.M.I.A conference pro-
ceedings, subject, "Difference
between liberty and license."
	— Dec. 20 —	Sunday.
Having appointments in the
City tomorrow I was compelled to
return north today.  Went to
Lake View, thence walked to the
Farm and spent the evening
with the folks.  Father, Mother,
and I talked over the proposition
to sell the Farm if a favorable
opportunity presents itself. I think
it is time my parents find
rest in retirement from such
responsible duties as caring
for a large farm, and shall
try to find a purchaser.
	  —Dec. 21 —
Returned to the City. In the
evening I delivered an address
at the Sunday School Union
meeting on Method its use
and abuse in Sunday School
teaching. Bro. Maeser was
present and addressed the
assembly.

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		–Dec. 25–
Christmas day: Spent with folks
at home.
		–Dec. 27–	Sunday.
Closed the course of study and
informal lectures on "Articles
of Faith" before the Sunday
School Theology Class in
Second Ward.  The many appoint-
ments for Sunday which come to
me rendered it inexpedient for
me to continue as a regular
teacher in the School.  I have
promised to be present and as-
sist whenever possible.
		–Dec. 28–
Meeting of the Board of Regents.
We are preparing reports for
the Legislature; and thus far
there has been very little vacation
for me.
		–Dec. 31–
The year closes with favorable
surroundings and pleasing
prospects for us.  We are grate-
ful for the blessings and
treasures which it has brought
to us.  One of our greatest
blessings is the advent
of a beloved daughter.

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	   —January 1—
New Year's day.  Spent quietly
at home.  A pleasant holiday.
	      — Jan. 4 —
University session resumed
after the holiday recess.
		— Jan. 7 —
Delivered a lecture under the
auspices of the Second Ward
Improvement Associations: subject
"Our loves and hates."  An ad-
mission fee was charged, the
proceeds being applied for the
benefit of the Associations
		—Jan. 9 —
Sessions of the State Board of
Education yesterday and today.
I was under appointment to
meet with the teachers of
Sevier Co. today, but the
call for a meeting of the State
Board prevented my meeting
the appointment.  Prof. Kings-
bury of the University went
in my places.
	     — Jan. 10 —
Went by noon train to Lakeview
thence to the Farm.  Took with
me our two sons who go to
visit their grandparents. Spent
a pleasant afternoon and
evening with the folks: then

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went to Provo, visited Sister Alice,
and returned home by night
train.  Brother Albert accom-
panied me.
		–Jan. 15–
According to previous appoint-
ment I went by afternoon
train to Mount Pleasant, San-
pete Co.  The good people of
that place have today
enjoyed the pleasing experience
of formally opening and
dedicating a new school
house of the town. I was
unable to be present at the
afternoon exercises; but I
attended an evening session,
and delivered a lecture under
the title "Educational Duties."
A pleasing reception, and an
enthusiastic audience.  Many
of the teachers from other
towns in the county were
present.  I was entertained
at the residence of Mr
Jensen, Chairman of the
Board of Trustees.  A dinner
given by Mr. and Mrs. Jenson
before the lecture was largely
attended by school officials,
including representatives of
public and denominational schools.

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	      – Jan. 16 –
Met with the teachers and
school official in the
regular County Institute, and
delivered addresses at morning
and afternoon sessions; subjects,
"The Teacher" and "Use and
Abuse of Methods."  After the
adjournment of the Institute
I took evening train and
went to Ephraim.  Had the
pleasure of meeting on the
train Apostle A.H. Lund,
and by his invitation I accom-
panied him to his home, whereI was entertained.  In the
evening I delivered a lecture
under the auspices of the
Sanpete Stake Academy, subject,
"Religious Liberty."
I appreciate the privilege
of so pleasant a visit
with Brother Lund, we
sat talking until a
late hour
     — Jan. 17—  Sunday.
Early morning call on
the venerable President
Peterson of Sanpete Stake
Then visited two of the
three Sunday Schools;
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Took the 12.20 train north-
ward bound.  In accordance
with arrangements made
yesterday with Principal
C.E. Christensen of the
Springville Schools whom
I met on the train I stopped
at Springville tonight; to
meet the people in a
school meeting.  Delivered
a lecture in the Tabernacle
on "Educational duties of
parents."  Pleasantly enter-
tained before and after
meeting at the house
of Bro. Christensen.  Took
night train to Salt Lake
City arriving home shortly 
after midnight.
		–Jan. 18–
Meetings of the State Board
of Education occupied my
time throughout the day.
		–Jan. 22–
Meeting of the Microscopical
Society of Utah.  By appoint-
ment I delivered an address, sub-
ject "Dust"
		–Jan. 23–
Went to Provo by early train.
Met the Utah County teachers

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— Jan. 23 —

in their regular County Asso-
ciatino session; and by appoint-
ment lectured on the subject
"Lake Bonneville".  Pleasantly enter-
tained during afternoon at the
residence of Bro. S.P. Eggerton
one of the city teachers. In
the evening I delivered a lecture
in the large tabernacle subject
"Ice and Snow", illustrated by
stereopticon views. After the
lecture I went to the Farm
and met the folks and our boys
Sterling and Paul who are
visiting their grandparents.
	 — Jan 24 —	Sunday.
Spent greater part of day
with the folks at home.
Went to Provo and visited friends
during afternoon: proceeded to
Springville by evening and
delivered as lecture in the
meeting house under Mutual
Improvement Association
auspices, subject "Liberty and
Toleration ". Returned to Salt
Lake City by even night train.
	      — Jan. 29 —
Meetings with Legislative
Committees in interests of the
University.

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	 —Jan. 30 —
Filled appointment by deliver-
ing lecture under auspices
of the Salt Lake County Teacher's
Institute: subject "Teachers and
Text Books".
	 — Jan. 31.— Sunday
Funeral services over the remains
of Elder Edward Stevenson, one of
the Presidents of Seventies were
held during the afternoon.
In the evening I went by ap-
pointment to Lehi and there
delivered a public lecture under
Public School auspices. subject,
"Educational Duties". Entertained at
the house of Brother Child, Principal
of School. Returned home by
night train.
	— Feb. 2 —
Went to Ogden by evening train,
taking my brother Albert to
the Utah School for the Deaf
and Blind. It has long been
his desire, and the desire of
Father and Mother that he
should enter there, and he
came from Provo several
weeks ago for the purpose
of going on to Ogden. The
School is in a prosperous condition.

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Feb. 2.
before the department for the
blind was set in operation
the School for the Deaf and
Dumb was for years associated
with the University of Utah
as a department, and for two
years after my accession to
the presidency of the University
the School remained technically
a part of the institution. I am
therefore personally familiar
with the condition and method
of operation.  Albert was welcomed
with every evidence of cor-
diality and is very pleased with
his new position.  His is a choice
spirit as pure, I believe, as
mortals usually can be. I
remained with him during the
night.
	      — Feb. 3 —
Returned to Salt Lake City by
early train.  Spent this fore-
noon, as I have had to spend
many parts of days lately,
in conference with certain
committees of the State Legis-
lature: I am trying to secure
proper consideration of Univ-
ersity affairs: and am
succeeding well.  I find a

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fairly liberal and kind feeling
toward public institutions. Since
the opening of the session
much better feeling has shown
itself in the matter of our
election of U.S. Senator.  The
local press of the time has
been filled with comment
and hostile declarations. Today
the contest was decided in favor
of Hon. Joseph L. Rawlins: his
principal opponent was Moses
Thatcher, formerly one of the
Quorum of Apostles.
	   — Feb. 7 —     Sunday
Went to Ogden by afternoon
train to see Albert. Found
him well and highly pleased
with his work. Together we
attended Fast Meeting in the
Third Ward.  By request I oc-
cupied part of the time in
an address to the people.
The Bishop and others gave
Albert a blessing.  Returned
home by evening train.
	— Feb 11—
Left Salt Lake City by early
U. Pacific train en route for
the east.  I go to attend edu-
cational meetings at Indianapolis
& for other University work.

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	—Feb 13—
Reached Chicago on time at
7.45 am, after a pleasant
and uneventful journey. Took
room at the Palmer House.
	   — Feb. 14 —   Sunday.
Attended morning service at
Plymouth Church, where I
listened to an excellent ser-
mon by Dr Gunsahes. Took 
night train via Pennsylvania
Line for Indianapolis.
	    — Feb 15 —
Arrived at Indianapolis Ind.
early. Took quarters at the
Bates Hotel.  Spent part
of the day at the State
Capitol, visiting the Legisla-
ture now in session, and the
State Geological Museum.
Met Prof. W.S. Blatchley
State Geologist and made
arrangements for exchange
of specimens.  In the evening
I attended a lecture at
Plymouth Church, delivered by
the venerable "Poet of the
Sierras", Joaquin Miller. The
speaker was introduced by
James Whitcomb Riley in
a thoughtful, though

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labored address, which was,
drearily read.  Mr Miller's
subject was "Lessons not
in books." He pleaded for
simplicity, less affectation,
and a consequent saving
of time.  He deprecated the
wasting of time and energy
on discussions of questions
long since settled.  Of this
class of questions he instanced
belief in the immortality
of the soul: belief in
man as the child of God.
The lecture was interesting
and instinctive throughout.
	   — Feb. 16 —
This day marked the open-
ing of the current session
of the Department of
Superintendence, National
Educational Associations.
Attended the general meeting
during forenoon and the
Round Table session devoted
to "College Entrance Require-
ments" in afternoon. Attended
night lecture by Prof. James
of the University of Chicago,
subject, "High Schools, the
peoples' Colleges".  Grand

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—Feb. 16—
reception after the evening
session tendered by local
educational organizations;
it was held in the Propylæum.
	— Feb. 17 —
Morning session of the
Department. In the after-
noon a meeting of the National
Association of State Universities,
at which plans for securing
additional assistance from the
federal government for state
universities were discussed.
Evening lecture by Prof. Tomlins
of Chicago on "Music in Education".
By the aid of the city directory
I found one of the Talmage
family here: one Wm J. Talmage
from whom I secured items
of information regarding the
branch to which he belongs.
	    — Feb. 18 —
Last day of the session. Before
and between meetings I found
opportunity to visit the
City Library, and also to
run out to Garfield Park.
After the close of the evening
meeting I took night
train via Pennsylvania
line to Chicago

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	—Feb. 19—
Arrived in Chicago at 7.30
a.m.; took room at Palmer
House.  Busy during most
of the day examining
apparating at the various
furnishing houses.
	—Feb. 20—
Spent day in business.
Took night train via
Chicago and North
Western Ry for the west.
	  —Feb. 23—
Reached Salt Lake City at
3.30 am.  On my arrival
at home.  I found wife
and Baby Elsie well: the
lateset news from our boys
who are visiting their
grandparents, told of
their good health also.
Resumed work at the
University without delay.
	     — March 1 —
Yesterday (Sunday) and today
have been devoted here to
a birth-day celebration in
honor of President Wilford Woodruff,
who today completes his 90th
year.  All classes and conditions
seem united in an effort to do
him honor.

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		—Mar 7—
Sunday and Fast Day. By call
of the Bishop I addressed
the Ward congregation at the
evening meeting –
	    —March 16 —
According to previous ap-
pointment I delivered a
lecture this afternoon
before the Woman's Club
on a subject chosen for
me "The economy of waste."
	   —March 17—
Delivered a night lecture
in the Assembly Hall, sub-
ject "The foundation of Faith".
This is one of a series of
lectures on theological topics
now being delivered under the
auspices of the Improvement
Associations. My turn as
originally set came much
earlier; but my recent absence
in the East caused a post-
ponement.
	—March 18. —
Went to Ogden and delivered
evening lecture in taber-
nacle, subject "The foundation
of Faith".  The entire series of

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lectures arranged for Salt Lake
City will probably be repeated
in Ogden.   Spent night with
Albert at "School for the Blind".
Albert seems to be progressing
well with his work.
	— March 21 —	Sunday.
Usual meetings.  By request
I attended the funeral services
of Sister Free, a sister of the
17" Ward who passed away at
the age of 97 years. I was one
of the speakers at the funeral.
	   —March 25—
Performed marriage ceremony,
uniting John E. Emms and
Blanche S. Sheets, both of
Salt Lake City.  The bride
is a daughter of the venerable
Bishop Sheets: the young mom
is not a member of our Church.
	—Mar. 28 — 	Sunday.
Visited the folks on the Farm,
going down by morning train
and returning by evening
train. Found all reasonably
well.
	      — April 2 —
Delivered an illustrated lecture
entitled "A Visit to Pompeii" the
lecture was given in the

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–Apr. 2–
Assembly Hall for the benefit 
of the Utah Kindergarten 
Association. 
		–April 3– 
A few days ago I presented 
my resignation as President 
of the University of Utah; 
today the resignation was 
accepted by the Executive 
Committee of the Board 
of Regents. My reasons are 
briefly these:– 1. I have no 
liking for the administra-
tive duties of the Presidency; 
the labors are to me onerous,
2. I hold the Professorship 
of Geology: an endowed 
chair and one entitled to 
much more of the occupants 
attention than I am able 
to give it. 3. The last State 
Legislature fixed as the
maximum salary to be 
allowed any officer or 
member of the Faculty 
$2500 per year: this is 
but $100 in excess of the 
salary attached to the 
Professorship in Geology; 
and while salary considerations 
ought not to have undue

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weight, I cannot help
feeling that such a
salary for the combined offices
of President and Professor
is wholly inadequate. It
appears to me that proper
regard for the dignity of
the office would suggest
my resigning. This opinion
is shared by many of my
friends, among them those
to whom I am inclined
to look for counsel: and
want of whose positive
advice has deterred me from
taking this step long ago.
My resignation is to take
effect at the close of
the current school year:
and I look forward with
great pleasure to the
prospective lightening of
my burdens.
	—April 6—
The sixty-seventh annual
conference of the Church
closed today. The conference has
lasted three days, and has
been marked by a spirit
of great earnestness. There
was a very large attendance.

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	     – April 11— Sunday.
By call of the Presidency, I
officiated as one of the speakers
at the afternoon services in
the Tabernacle.
		— April 12 —
This evening I officiated in
performing a marriage ceremony
uniting Benjamin S. Rives, and
Gertie S. Peterson, both of
Salt Lake City.
Today the Board of Regents
of the University met and ratified
the action of the Executive
Committee in accepting my
resignation as President of
the University. There has been
much misrepresentation in the
newspaper accounts of my
action. Before I had fully
decided to press my resignation
at once, I was urged by the
officers of the Board to go
ahead with the nominations
for the next year. I suggested
the advisability of making
certain changes in the
personnel of the teaching
force, and after these sug-
gestions had been endorsed
by the Advisory Committee,

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and by the Chairman of the
Board, the men <concerned> were notified.
After my resignation was presented,
I learned that some members
of the Faculty had protested
against what appeared to 
them to be a purely arbitrary
act of mine, in notifying pro-
fessors of their probable dis-
missal.   Now the papers have
made it appear that the
resignation was forced. My
reason for presenting the
resignation at that particular
time was this:– During the
time of my occupancy of 
the Presidency I have held
also the Deseret Professorship
in Geology. This chair is
specially endowed, and the
Salt Lake Literary and Scientific
Association, who made the
endowment has the right to
nominate the occupant of the
chair. For two years past I
have urged upon the notice
of the Association officers,
the growing necessity of an
early segregation of the two
offices, and have asked that
if they desired me to retain

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the Professorship in preferenc
to the presidency they would
so notify me; and that if they
preferred to have another
professor in the chair of
Geology they proceed to 
select the man. I have been
emphatic in expressing my
preferences for the professorship.
For two weeks past I have
been earnestly seeking advice
from the officers of the Scientific
and Literary Association; and
on the evening of April 1, I received
word from Prest. George Q. Cannon
through Bro. F. M. Lyman that
it was desired that I retain
the professorship. My resignation
was written immediately.
I regret the misunderstanding
resulting from newspaper
misrepresentation. But for this,
I should regard the change
with unalloyed satisfaction.
Not the least pleasing incident
of the change is the promised
increase of personal freedom
in church work. During the
time of my presidency, it ap-
peared proper to the minds
of the church authorities

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that I refrain from taking
any prominent part in 
church work. I have always
loved to do what little I could
do in church labor, and this
restriction has been positively
irksome to me. I rejoice on
the thought that I may be
allowed to act more freely soon.
		—April 13— 
Delived a public lecture in
the University course this
evening, entitled "Hot Springs
and Geysers" illustrated by
stereopticon views. This closes
the public lecture course
for the current season.
		—April 18— Sunday.
By previous appointment I
went to Big Cottonwood this
evening and delivered a lecture
under the auspices of the
Mutual Improvement Associa-
tion: subject "Foundation of
Faith."
		—April 24—
Attended monthly meeting of
the High Priest Quorum. 
By call I took part in 
ordaining the brethren selected
to the High Priesthood: and I 
also addressed the meeting.

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	   —April 27—
Delivered a lecture in Farmer's
Ward under the auspices of
the Improvement Associations;
subject:– "Religious Liberty."
	     —May 1—
Went to Ogden by afternoon
train and visited Albert at
the School for the Blind.
Then went by evening train
to Lake View and spent the
night with the folks on the
Farm. 	All well.	 —May 2— 	Sunday.
Returned to town <Salt Lake City> by early train
by the evening, according to
previous appointment, I deliver-
ed a lecture in the Sixteenth
Ward under the auspices
of the Improvement Associations;
subject, "Religious freedom."
	  —May 3—
An act passed by the last
legislature provided for the
establishment of a Branch
Normal School in one of
the counties. Beaver and
Iron; and created a Commission
to locate the site of the
school. This Commission
consists of Dr John R Park

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State supt. of Public Instruction
Dr Karl G. Maeser, and
myself as President of
the University of Utah.
This evening the Commission
left Salt Lake City for
Milford.
	—May 4—
Arrived at Milford at 6 am.
After breakfast at the
Tanner house, we took
private conveyance and
started for Beaver. Reached
Beaver during early after-
noon; took rooms at the
Bakes House. During the
afternoon we held meetings
with a committee of citizens
who appeared to urge the
claims of Beaver as a
site for the Normal School.
Under the escort of the
Committee we visited the
Stake Academy building,
which is offered for Normal
School purposes. The people
have been making preparations
on a great scale for our
entertainment, but we have
deemed it best to ask that
we be left as independent
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	    —May 5—
Early this morning the Commis-
sion visited the sites offered
by the citizens of Beaver for
the Normal School.  We were
escorted by the citizen's com-
mittee in carriages.  Visited
also Fort Cameron, which was
abandoned long ago as a
military post, and which
has been often offered as
a school site.
In the evening Bro. Maeser
and I attended the Beaver Priest-
hood meeting, and each of
us addressed the meeting.
	  —May 6 —
Left Beaver by private con-
veyance at 9 a.m; for Parowan.
Reached Parowan at 3 p.m. We
were surprised to find that
elaborate arrangements for our
reception had been made.
At the entrance to the city
we were met and welcomed
by a Committee of fifteen
members; the silver band
greeted us with stirring
music; on one side of the
street were the citizens, or
at least many of them: and on

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the opposite side were over
300 school children, with
banners specially prepared with
appropriate inscriptions. The
Mayor of Parowan tendered us
the freedom of the city. We
had to leave the carriage,
and walk through the lines
of citizens and children. We
had planned going to the
hotel direct, but the offers
of hospitality and solicitations
for us to accept the same
were so numerous and strong
that we felt compelled to change
our plans. Bro. Maeser was
entertained at the home of Bishop
Adams; and Dr. Park and myself
were cared for at the residence
of Mr Edgar Clark.
At 4.30 we were in meeting
with the Committee and received
their propositions relative to the
School. At night a concert
was given in our honor. The
meeting was crowded, and the
exercises throughout were cred-
itable. Music by choir, orchestra,
and band, recitations, readings,
and speeches were rendered. Dr
Park as chairman of the Commission
responded.

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		May 7
Early start, under the escort of
the Citizens committee; we
visited the sites offered for
the school; examined stone and
brick which may have to
be used in the building, etc.
We were taken to the fields below
the city, and inspected the
artesian wells, and the local
reservoirs by which the fields
are supplied with water. The
committee professed a desire
to show us that the city
would probably grow. Extensive
fields are here cultivated, where
but three years ago all was
barren, because of the in-
adequate water supply.
In the afternoon we visited
Parowan Canyon; this visit
was a treat to me. Secured
specimens of stone, and some
pictures of the formation.
At night a public I meeting
was held under the auspices
of the Citizens' Committee.
Dr Maeser and I addressed
the people on educational
topics. Dr Park declined to address
the meeting as he had spoken at
last night's meeting.

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       — May 8 —
At 8.15 a.m. we started to visit
the Court House, which may be
offered for school purposes.
At 9.30 we took leave of Parowan
and drove at once to Cedar City.
Took quarters at the Coray House.
In the afternoon a meeting
and conference was held with
the Citizens' Committee. Representa-
tives from Washington County
were in attendance and addressed
the Commission in behalf of
Cedar City as a place for the
School. We were then taken by
the Committee on a tour of
inspection to the site which
is offered and to various buildings
in the city.
	    — May 9. —   Sunday
Bro. Maeser and I attended Sunday
School during forenoon, and
each of us addressed the
gathering. Attended meeting
in afternoon, and Bro. Maeser
spoke to the people. In the
evening a general meeting
under the auspices of the
Mutual Improvement Association
was held; and I delivered a lecture
on "Faith and Freedom."

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	—May. 10— 
After a conference with the 
Commission, the Citizen Com-
mittee of Cedar City has de-
cided to make a second
proposition or rather to
amend the original propo-
sition by offering a larger
tract of land than at first
intended for the Normal School.
This amendment is to be sub-
mitted to and to be accepted
by the people before it is
presented to the Commission.
A mass meeting has been called
for tonight. We can really
do nothing more in the business
of the Commission until after
this meeting. Finding that we
would be at liberty today
I urged a visit to the celebrated
iron ore deposits in the
western part of the country.
Thomas Taylor, formerly Bishop
of the 14" Ward Salt Lake City, 
and the principal owner of
the iron mines, accompanied 
us and all of the Commission
took the journey. We started
at 7.30 a.m; and reached Cedar
City on the return at 7 p.m, after 
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We visited the principal iron
ore deposits in this region of
marvellous wealth. Here there
are literal mountains of iron
ore, seemingly very pure
consisting mostly of hema-
tite, magnitite, and specular
hematite.
In the evening, the mass
meeting of citizens was held.
The proposition formulated by
the Citizens' Committee was
submitted to the people and
ratified by unanimous vote.
Then the meeting was resolved
into an educational gathering,
and by request, Bro Maeser
and I addressed the people. 
		May 11
By invitation I went this
morning to the upper part
of Cedar Cañon. Bros. John Parry,
Mayhew Dalley, and Andrew
Corry accompanied me. We had
splendid riding horses, and
good time was made. We
visited the great deposits of
building stone, gypsum, and
coal. The cañon is most
interesting from a geological
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—May 11—
to Cedar City. I joined the rest
of the Commission in a final
interview with the Citizens'
Committee. At 3 p.m. we
started on the return journey.
Reached Parowan at 6.30
and took quarters at the
Evan's House: Bro. Maeser went
at a later hour to Bishop
Adam's residence where he
stayed. Held an evening
conference with the Citizens' 
Committee of Parowan.
	—May 12—
Morning interview with the
Chairman of the Committee.
Drove to Paragoonah, and
there met the Citizens' Com-
mittee in conference on the
subject of Normal School
location. Entertained at the
house of Bro. Richard, Robison, 
one of the Committee.
Then drove to Beaver where
we met again members of
the Beaver Committee. A general
meeting having been called
in the evening Bro. Maeser
and I addressed the people on
educational matters in general. 
Dr Park did not attend the
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		May 13
Left Beaver in company with
Dr Park at 2 p.m. and drove
to Milford. Bro. Maeser will
remain in the south for a
few days to attend to Sunday
School matters. We were ac-
companied to Milford by a
Mr Orr of Beaver, who acted
as our driver and by County
Clerk Hearst, one of the Beaver
Committee.    Took places
on northbound train at
9 p.m.
		May 14
Reached Salt Lake City at
9.30 a.m. Found all well at <home>
Resumed work at the
University.
		May 17
Meetings of State Board of
Education.
		May 19
Meetings of Normal School
Commission.  Decision as to the
location of the Branch Normal
School was rendered today.  The
Commission decided to locate
the school at Cedar City, Iron
Co. Doubtless dissatisfaction as
to the decision will be expressed
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to place the school where it
would do good for the greatest
number.
	—May 23—	Sunday.
Went to Provo; attended after-
noon session of the Young
Peoples' Improvement Association
Conference. In the evening
by previous appointment
I delivered a lecture under
the auspices of the Associations,
subject:- "Foundations of Faith."
Visited the folks on the Farm
between meetings. Returned
home by midnight train.
		—May 25—
Attended joint meeting of the
Improvement Associations in
the 22" Ward; and delivered an
address, subject "Astronomy."
		—May 28—
Went to Ogden by evening
train and delivered a lecture
in the Tabernacle. The subject
was "Ice and Snow", illustrated
by stereopticon views. The
lecture was delivered for
the benefit of the Kinder-
garten Assn.  Spent the
evening at the School for
the Blind, with Albert.

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		May 29
Returned home by morning
train. Attended High Priests
meeting during forenoon.
In afternoon I was present
at a meeting of the Board
of Regents' Executive Committee
called at my request. I made
report of the Contingent fund
in the hands of the President
of the University, which account
was audited and approved.
I was given leave of absence
for part of the current acad-
emic year and for a portion
of the next year. My plan is
to visit Europe during the
coming summer.
In the evening I delivered a
lecture before the University
Club of the City, subject: –
"Geological Fragments, illus-
trated by lantern views.
		May 30	Sunday.
Usual meetings. During the
afternoon service at the
Tabernacle I was called to
officiate as a speaker.
Elder Milton Bennion followed
me in addressing the
congregation.

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	—May 31—
Day observed as a holiday,
in consequence of the 30"
(Memorial or Decoration Day)
falling on the sabbath.
Wife sons and self paid an
early morning visit to the
cemetery where our daughter
Zella sleeps.
	 —June 1—
President Brigham Young's natal
day. H Conference of the Im-
provement Association of
the Stake was held today.  Ac-
cording to previous appointment
I delivered an address at the even-
ing session; subject "Improve-
ment as a species of Evolution."
The meetings were held in the
Tabernacle.
	    —June 4—
Attended the closing exercises
of the Salt Lake County Public
Schools, held at 10. a.m. in the
Murray Opera House.  I took
part on the program by
delivering the closing
address to the graduating
students.   In the afternoon,
I was duly set apart for
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prospective journey to Europe.
A number of Elders appoint-
ed to missions were set apart
at the same time. In my
case Elders George Reynolds
and Jonathan G. Kimball of
the Council of Seventies of-
ficiated, the latter being
spokesman. I was blessed
for a peaceful journey, and
a safe return; for success
in my undertaking; was 
promised friends who would
rise up on the right hand,
and on the left; and was
told that no blessing to
which I may properly
aspire should be withheld
if I remain faithful at
heart. I received a Mission-
ary Certificate.
	—June 5—
Our son Sterling, who
reached his eighth birthday
on the 21" of May was
today baptized. The ordinance
was performed by Elder
Moses Taylor: May and I
witnessed it.We are happy
in the thought of having
a son so initiated unto the
Church. Today I formally

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transferred the effects of my
office as President of the Univ-
ersity to Dr Kingsbury Vice
President and President-elect.
	   —June 6— Sunday
Sterling is to be confirmed
at the Fast Meeting today.
I am not able to be at the
meeting myself.  The pos-
sibility of my being de-
tained by business on the
overland journey, and the
absolute necessity of my
catching the steamer on
Saturday next if I am to
meet appointments made,
render it expedient for me
to start on my journey
at once.   Left Salt Lake
City by 7 a.m. train en-
route to Chicago by Oregon
Short Line and Union
Pacific Rys.  The purpose
of my journey is to attend
meetings of Museums Asso-
ciation in England, and the
International Congress of
Geologists in Russia.
	  —June 8—
Reached Chicago 7.45 a.m.
Took room at the
Palmer House.

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	—June 90—
Left by 10:30 am. train, via
Pennsylvania Ry. for Phila-
delphia.
	—June 10—
Reached Philadelphia 1 p. m.
Took room at Hotel Vendig.
	—June 11—
Visited S. S. office and perfected
arrangements for securing
passage. I am to sail to-
morrow by S. S. "Waesland."
	—June 12—
The "Waesland" left dock at
7 a. m. Early start encouraged us
in the hope of a gain of time,
however at 11 a.m. the vessel
touched bottom, and it was
6 p.m., before she floated
again. The ship is heavily
laden; and every passenger
berth is filled. Elders C. W. Peterson,
A. L. Larson, and L. M. Christenson
of Utah are aboard; and these
with myself are crowded into
one small state room. Eastward
travel is very heavy at pre-
sent, owing to the appointed
Queen's Jubilee celebration, I was
favored with a note of special
recommendation from the Manage
to Captain Ehoff of the "Waesland."

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	      —June 13—  Sunday
Services morning, afternoon
and evening under church of
England auspices.   Among the
passengers are Dr Coleman, Epis-
copal Bishop of Delaware,
and from other Episcopal
ministers.    . Beside the Utah
elders mentioned yesterday, there
are two of our Utah citizens
in the steerage. These are
Bro. Hansen of Riverton, and
Sister Pexton of Spring City <Nephi>.
These are desirous of securing
cabin passage, but the
crowded condition of the vessel
compels them to travel by
steerage or not at all.
	    —June 19—
Evening concert, the proceeds
of which are to be devoted
to the aid of the "Seaman's
Home".
	    —June 20—  Sunday.
Services as last week.  An
episcopal christening took
place on deck this after-
noon, the subject being a
child of one of the steerage
passengers. We are now on
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to our posted chart, we are
still a long distance from
shore. I had hoped that we
would reach London by
the 23" as I desire to attend
a meeting of the Geolog-
ical Society on the evening
of that day. Now I fear that
I will have to abandon the
hope. I rejoice in having
escaped thus far the suf-
ferings and inconveniences
of sea sickness: my room-
mates have been similarly
blessed. The weather has
been generally bad; rain
and fog, with choppy seas,
though no really rough
seas or heavy storms have
thus far been encountered.
The seamen indulge their
proverbially superstitious no-
tions, and ascribe the bad
weather to the number of
ministers aboard. One of the
stewards declared with
well feigned seriousness that
the presence of more than
one "preached" aboard always
brings bad weather, and he
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June 20.
law restricting the number
of ministers sailing on any
vessel.  An old salt sailor,
smilingly grumbled to me
about the sunless state and
declared that there is little
hope of our seeing the sun
with so many "sky pilots"
aboard. In the same facetious
strain a passenger has
suggested "Parsonitis" as
a name for the distress
so caused.
This is the anniversary
of Queen Victoria's accession
to the throne.  Special
prayers were offered at
the services today, and the
British flag was raised to
the masthead.
	   —June 22 —
Sighted land at 8.00 a.m.
Fogs prevailed and compelled
slow travel.  Came to a stop
outside Queenstown harbor at
3 p. m. Fogs prevented our
enjoying a view of the Irish
coast.   Resumed our journey
after a stop of 15 minutes
	  — June 23 —
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12.30 p. m. Passed Customs House
by 1. Proceeded to the Church
office at 42 Islington.  Here
we met Elders Parry, James,
and Blake of Utah; the last
named was at the dock
when we landed.  Here I found
letters awaiting me, one
from home dated June 10,
converying the good news
that all were well at that
time. Letters from St. Petersburg
enclosing my Card of Member-
ship in the International
Geological Congress, and the
order for free transporta-
tion over the Russian rail-
ways were received. The courtesy
of a railway pass has been
promised each regular
member of the Congress.
Took the 4 p. m. train on
London and North Western Ry.
and reached Euston at 8.20.
Hurried at once to the
rooms of the Geological
Society at Burlington House,
arriving in time to witness
the latter part of the pro-
ceedings at the Society
meeting. No other regular

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June 23.
meeting of the Society will
be held before November next,
and this fact made me the
more desirous of being present
tonight.  Furthermore, although
I have been a Fellow of the
Society since February 1895 I 
have not been able to attend
any of the meetings, and have
never been formally presented
before the Society as a Fellow.
This interesting ceremony was
attended to in my case tonight.
The President, Dr Hicks, announced
me in the formal manner pre-
scribed by the regulations. Then
I signed the roll. The paper
under discussion when I reached
the meeting hall dealt with
the rocks and fossils recently
collected in Franz Josef Land.
After the meeting came the
inevitable tea party, which
seems to be an inseparable
element of British society
meetings.  I had the pleasure
of conversing with a number
of the distinguished fellows
of the Society. It was after
11 p. m. before I left Burling-
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and took a room at the
Edwards Hotel.
   And now to return for a
moment to the incidents at-
tending the close of a voyage.
There is much impressiveness
in such scenes.  The vessel
is a scene of bustle and
seeming confusion. The hatch
ways leading to the hold
which have been closed
since leaving port are
opened, and great ropes, as
thick as a man's forearm
are brought out,– like
monster serpents crawling
from their dens.  At last
the engines stop: the heart
of the great ocean traveller
is stilled; and one feels no
more the throb of the pulse
that for so many days
has been beating time, tel-
ling of the formidable
energy within.
	  —June 24—
Found a suitable room
and engaged it for my
stay in London.  It is at the
house of a family named
Mikkish, 17 Huntley St. off
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—June 24—
Busy during the day in
attending to correspondence.
The great celebration incident
to the Queen's Diamond Jubilee
took place on the 22.  I ar-
rived in London 24 hours too
late to witness the proceeding.
This fact I do not regret.
However, the decorations are
still in place; and last night
and tonight have been gala
times. Flags, streamers and
bunting are seen on all sides:
some of the decorative designs
are most elaborate. The il-
lumination at night is
superb. Everywhere the queen's
initials and the royal arms,
and many mottoes are seen
in blazing colors, lighted by
electric lamp's and gas jets.
The celebration of Victoria's sixty
year reign has been conducted
on a scale of unparalleled
magnificence.
	—June 25—
Visited Church office at 36 Penton
St. Pentonville, and met several
of the brethren there.  Still
busy with correspondence and
other writing.

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	— June 26 —
Spent part of the day at the
Geological Society rooms, Burlington
House.
	   —July<June.> 27—  Sunday.
Attended morning service at
the City Temple, and heard the
renowned Dr Joseph Parker preach.
In the evening I attended our
church meeting at 36 Penton St.
and by request I filled the speak-
er's stand for the evening. Here
I met a number of acquaintances
whom I have seen on previous
visits to London, and also many
elders laboring here as missionaries.
Of these missionaries not a few
are one-time students of mine.
	 —July<June>28 —
Spent the day at rooms of
Geological Society, Royal Micro-
scopical Society, and at the
Museum of Practical Geology
Jermyn St.  Had a long con-
versation with Mr Belliufante,
one of the Secretaries of the Geol-
ogical Society on Utah and the
Mormons.
	    —July<June> 29—
Spent most of day at the
Museum of Practical Geology,
and rooms of the Geological Society.

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		  —June 30—
This is "Commemoration Day", or the
day of the great annual funstu[-]
the "Encaenia" at Oxford University.
I have been favored with an
invitation to be present from Prof
H.A. Miers F.R.S. the newly elected
Profesor of Mineralogy, whom I have
had the pleasure of meeting on
my former visits to England while
he was an officer of the South
Kensington Museum. Went to Oxford
by early morning train; was met
at the station by Prof. Miers, whose
guest I have the honor to be today.
The "Encaenia" is the occasion on
which the D.C.L. honorary degree
is bestowed, and where the prize
poems, orations etc. are delivered. My
ticket admitted me to the area of
the Sheldonian Theatre, the floor
of the oval, almost circular, am-
phitheatre, around which are
arranged galleries of seats. Most
of the seats are reserved for
the lady visitors, except in the
upper gallery to which the
undergraduate students and their
friends are admitted. At one
end of the long diameter of the 
oval the seat of the Vice Chan-
cellor is stationed; on either side

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of this, a step lower, are the
seats of the Proctors: certain other
seats are reserved for the officers of
the University, and others for those
who are to receive the honorary
degree No seats at all are provided
for the Area: here the men who are
members of "Convocation" or who are
present as invited guests, stand and
walk around as the press of the
crowd will permit. Galleries and
area were thronged a full hour
before the time of beginning.  I
understand by enquiry that tickets
of admission are at a great
premium: and I conclude that I
have been honored in receiving
a "billet." At 12m; the great doors
opposite the Vice Chancellor's chair
were thrown open and the Vice
Chancellor with his Proctors entered,
preceded by officers with maces
and truncheons of authority. All
the officers were in academic
costume as were those members
of "Convocation" who thronged the
area. The Vice Chancellor proceeded
to read something, ever and anon
lifting his academic cap, in
which action he was immediately
immitated by the Proctors. The
noise was so great that I could

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not distinguish a single word: I
knew only that his lips were moving,
that he turned the pages of a
book or paper before him, and that
at intervals he looked around and
lifted his cap, whereupon the proc –
torial caps were lifted also. I learned
by subsequent enquiry that he was
formally proclaiming to the
"Convocation" the official recom-
mendations of the "Congregation" and
demanding that objections be
raised now if ever. The "Congrega-
tion" consists of all the resident
M.A's., and others who have received
higher degrees of the University; the
"Convocation" consists of all resident
and nonresident Oxford M.A's, a gradu-
ates of higher rank. University
legislation originates with the
Subdomadal Council consisting of
elected members of the congregation
of specified rank or professional
position acting taken by the
Council has to be carried before the
"Congregation" thence to the "Convo-
cation" duly called. No objection
being raised when the proclamation
was made a messenger was sent
out and the procession of officers
and candidates for degrees entered
Each candidate was presented

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before the Vice Chancellor by the Public
Orator in a Latin oration, at the
conclusion of which the V. Chancellor
lifted his hat (as did the Proctors)
and conferred the degree, then receiving
the candidate, now a D.C.L. by the
hand and directing him to a seat
Degrees were given today only to
those who have officially figured
in the Queen's Jubilee celebration.
Each candidate wore the D.C.L. robe,
– a combination of scarlet and
pink silk by no <means> pleasing
to my taste for colors.
Two pulpits are placed. <on> opposite
sides of the oval, and on a level
above that of the chief officer's
seat. The exercises followed according
to the order of a printed program:
no announcements were made, and as
one began to wonder what was
coming next, a voice was heard
issuing from one of the pulpits:
the only recognition of the speaker
at the opening and again at
the close of his address, was
a lifting of the V. Chancellor's
hat, and a corresponding motion
of the proctorial head coverings.
The Professor of Poetry delivered the
Creweian Oration in Latin: then
followed in order an English Essay,

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a Greek verse composition, a Latin
verse composition; a Historical
Essay: Latin Essay, and a Prize
Poem. Then to organ music the
procession of officers and newly
Created doctors reformed, and left
the building: and the Eucaenia
was over for the year. The ram-
pant disorder of the undergraduates
on Eucaenia days is a matter of
general repute. I am informed that
on other occasions no disorder of
the kind is observed. As to the
origin of this unseemly behavior I
could learn only that very long ago
the exercises were held in a public
theatre or play house, and that the
boys considered themselves licensed
to take liberties in such a place,
and that the disreputable custom
has continued until the present.
I have no hesitation in describing
the scene as a disgrace to an
institution of learning. All manner
of gibes and real insults were toler-
ated. I record a few instances for
future reference. After a very
fine organ solo, the undergraduates
called out to the organist "Now
Sir, after that please give us a 
tune." In his presentation speech
(Latin) the orator used the word

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"omnibus"; and one called out "No sir: he
did not come in an omnibus; he had
a cab, I saw him" I could recognise
an attempt to burlesque the manners
of the instructors: for example to the
orator: – "That is a fair composition
Sir, but you read very badly." Again;–
"That seems to be a favorite expression
with you Sir: pray consult your diction-
ary of synonyms." "That's a very
touching passage Sir." After two or
three had received degrees, the next was
greeted with, "Tis the same formula
for all, run up and shake hands
Sir, let's get through with this."
One man with the name "Sir John
Gordon Sprigg" was asked in the
solemn time used in reciting the
catechism "Who gave you that
name?" A candidate was referred
to by the orator as having spent much
time in New York, and was asked
"Do you know Mr. Barnes, Sir?" A book
that has had quite a run on both
sides of the water is entitled "Mr.
Barnes of New York." Some one called
out "Which is Nelson?" and another
in the gallery called in the tone
of authority, "Mr Nelson will please
stand up." And so from beginning
to near the close the clamor con-
tinued. To the observer, the ceremony

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was little more than a dumb show.
There was one bull. In the recitation
of the prize poem, – the last item on
the program, – the speaker made
himself heard in the expression of
a patriotic sentiment: when the
applause subsided, even the under-
grad savages waited for more and
the reciter held attention to the
close. All the speeches had been print-
ed beforehand. After the exercises
I was taken by Prof. Miers to his
rooms in Magdalen College (pronounce
(Mandalen) there to brunch in the
Fellow's hall: then through the
college grounds. The Professor left
on the afternoon train (4.30 p.m.) on his
journey to Canada.
An hour later I took train and
proceeded to Hungerford, Berks, - my
birthplace. I had almost abandoned
hope of finding time to visit the
old home: as it is I can make
but a hurried visit. Heretofore
while visiting Hungerford I have
stopped at the house of our old
friend; this friend was away at
this time, so I took a room at
the "Craven Arms". Called on my
old schoolmates, Mr. James Newhook,
who is hale and hearty, though much 
more gray than when I saw him last.

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My reception by him and Mrs Newhook
was all that I could desire. Then visited
an old friend Michael Gibbs who is 
suffering under domestic infelicity. 
It was long after midnight before 
I retired to rest.	
		 — July 1 —
During the morning and evening 
I visited Mr + Mrs Wm Harris, our 
old neighbors: Mr Wiggins, and 
Mr Berryman, - fathers old-time
acquaintances: Richard Barnard: 
Mrs. Brothers of Eddington; Mr and 
Mrs Samson (former neighbors.) and
Mr W.G. Taylor the chemist. Took 
a walk along the canal, where I 
fished so zealously 23 years ago, 
thence through the churchyard 
where my elder sister Patience was 
buried. I regret that I have not 
leisure to spend in the haunts 
of my boyhood. 
	Hiring a horse and trap I drive 
to Ramsbury. Here I visited as 
many acquaintances and relatives
as follows. Mr Geat-uncle, John 
Talmage is dead; he passed away 
Dec. 1, 1896 ages 84 years. His daughter 
Annie is living at their old home 
she has married a widow with a 
family, named Wyeld; she has no 
children of her own. Cousin

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Ada Talmage - my Great-uncle Wil-
liam's daughter, now Mrs. Rosier, and
her husband and children are well. 
I failed to see Jesse and Tobias, 
(Uncle John's sons) they being away 
from home. Mr and Mrs. Bullen
(Cousin Annie Hacker) received me 
very kindly. Called on Mrs Rosier 
the mother of my old school-mate 
Harry Rosier, now deceased. Cousin 
Joseph Hacker is still hearty and 
affable. Cousin John Hacker is 
seriously afflicted: he was stricken 
with influenza soon after my last 
visit in 1894; and has never recovered. 
He is truly <in> a pitiable condition, 
having lost the power of coherent 
speech, and the power of locomotion. 
He wept as a babe while I talked 
with him; and made me under-
stand that he wanted  me to pray 
for him. He seemed very pleased 
when I told him that I would 
pray for him, and that I would 
wrtie to Father and ask him to 
do likewise. Heretofore Cousin John 
has been very haughty and even 
defiant in matters of religion: 
now he seems truly humbled. 
At the old red (now dirty-brown) 
school house I found my former 
school-mate and rival indeed,

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Thomas Orchard in full charge as 
school master. He is as bald as a 
door knob. We have not met since 
our folks left Ramsbury in May 
1876 and the reunion was a 
happy one. I took a walk 
through the churchyard and found 
the family tomb intact. Then 
reluctantly I bade good-bye to 
Ramsbury, and drove to Lambourne. 
Here I found Aunt Mary Blu[-]ing
and Aunt Sarah Green (Mother's 
sister and half sister). Enjoyed a 
happy 2 hour visit. Aunt Sarah's 
husband Wm Green was home, and 
all tried to make my visit a 
pleasant one. All are well. Also
visited Mrs. Noon, an aged lady who 
was one of Mother's chums. Then 
drove to Woodland's St. Mary, and 
called upon Miss Sarah Bew, - a
friend of Aunt Julia Howe's. Mrs
Bew, the lady's mother has died 
since my last visit. Then came 
a rapid evening drive back to 
Eddington and Hungerford.
Took the 9 p.m. train for London 
(Paddington), reaching my lodgings 
in Huntley St; sometime after 
midnight. The day has been a 
busy one.

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		— July 2 —
Morning visit to the Geological
Society rooms; then to the Church
Office.  In the evening I attended
by invitation a meeting of the
Geologists' Association at Univer-
sity College, Gower St.  The program
was devoted to explanations of the
proposed excursions to Edinburgh
The principal item was an il-
lustrated lecture by Mr Goodchild,
a Museum  Curator of Edinburgh,
whom I had the pleasure of meeting
at the house of Dr Heddle, at St.
Andrews in 1894.
		— July 3 —
Geological Society rooms, part of the
day; correspondence consumed most
of the remainder.
		— July 4 —		Sunday.
Independence Day at home.  Attended
morning service at the Congregational
City Temple, where I listened again
to Dr. Jos. Parker.  Then visited St.
Pauls cathedral, and witnessed
part of the orthodox service
there.  In the evening attended our
service at 36 Penton St. and by
request I followed Elder Carpenter
in addressing the people.  Enjoyed
a pleasant visit with the elders
here (some of whom are my former

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students) and with the resident
members of the church.  I cannot
help lamenting that our church
office and meeting house are not
more cleanly, comfortable and at-
tractive.
	    — July 5 —
Spent a great part of the
day visiting United States Em-
bassy, also Russian Embassy
and the two consulates, making
enquiries regarding necessary
vise regulations on passports.
Visited rooms of the Geological
Society.
	— July 6 —
Visited United States.  Consulate-
General and Russian Consulate,
and had my passport vised for
my prospective journey to Russia.
Took noon train at Paddington
and proceeded to Oxford where
the current session of the
Museum's Association is to be
held.  Located at the Clarendon
Hotel.  At 3 p.m. I attended a
meeting of the Association
Council of which I am a
member.  Meeting was held
at the University Museum.
I was much gratified in meeting
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saw in Dublin three years ago.
and I was pleased to find that
most of them remember me.
In the evening from 9 to 12 o'clock
we attended a Garden Party in
Exeter College, tendered by Prof. E.
Ray Lancaster F.R.S. who is the
President of the Museums' Association
for the current session.  It was
in every way a brilliant affair.
The party was held in the spa-
cious quadrangle of the College,
within which were suspended
many scores, (I believe hundreds)
of Chinese lanterns.  Tables were
set on <3 of> the sides laden with
refreshments, some of the inno-
cent order; others consisting of
whiskey, brandy etc; with an
abundance of cigars and cigar-
ettes.  There was delightful band
music, as also singing by male
choirs.  All the members of the
University present wore academical
costume; other gentlemen were
in evening dress; and the ladies
were richly attired; decollette
dresses were the order of the
evening.  I had the pleasure
of conversing with a number
of the University officers and
others.

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	—July 7—
First formal session of the
Association was held this
morning in the theatre of the
Ashmolean Museum.  After an
excellent address by the President,
Prof. Lancaster papers were read
and discussed until 1 p.m.
Afternoon was devoted to visits
to the Ashmolean Museum col-
lections under the guidance
of Mr Evans the Ashmolean
Keeper, and Prof. Gardner of the
department of Classical Art.
Then followed a river boat
ride in which I did not take
part as I had correspondence
to take my attention.  In the
evening the Association Dinner
was held at the Clarendon
Hotel.  It was a very enjoyable
affair.  Against my protest,
I was given the seat of honor
next the Chairman, and during
the evening I was made the
subject of a number of compli-
mentary remarks, culminating
in a formal toast, and the
drinking of my health, to
which of course I had to
respond in a short speech.
After the loyal toasts, others

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were given and drunk – to the
in-coming and former officers,
to the people of Oxford, etc; and
as stated to myself as one who 
had come so far. Wine flowed
very freely; I was made the sub-
ject of a number of good natured
jokes because I did not drink
wine. There were Scotch songs
and speeches Etc. The sedate and
dignified Dr. Henry Woodward F.R.S.
for a long time President, and now
Vice President of the Geological
Society became so jolly as to favor
the company with the classical (?)
song "Guzzling Jack and googing
Jimmy".
		–July 8–
Council meeting at 9.30 am. In
the nomination of officers to be
presented before the Association
tomorrow, I was again named
as a member of the Council.
Regular session from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
As on yesterday I took some
part in the discussion of
the papers presented. In the
afternoon.  I formed one of a party
conducted by Prof Lankester through
the zoological and paleontolog-
ical divisions of the University
museum: and later of a party

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conducted by Mr Balfore M.A. through
the famed Pitt-Rivers collection
in the department of Anthropology.
In the Mineralogical collection.
In find a specimen of Vaniscite
presented by me to Prof. Maskelyne
three years ago, and concerning
which I made a brief address to
the Mineralogical Society in London,
still labeled under the name
proposed by Prof. Maskelyne, viz:
"Talmageite".  Maskelyne wrote to
me telling me of the name pro-
posed. I do not regard the mineral
as a new species, and moreover,
if it were such, I have done
too little in its elucidation to
merit such a name. I shall
write to Prof. Miers, – who is Maskelyne's
successor, protesting against this
intended but undeserved honor.
This evening a very brilliant
reception announced as an
"At Home" was given at the
Ashmolean Museum by Prof.
Gardner and Mr Evans. I attend-
ed with the rest of the officers
and most of the members of the
Association by invitation. The
magnificent collections and
many special exhibits were
shown.  There was music by

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expert performers.  Academic robes,
evening suits, and decollete dresses
were displayed.
	Today I received notification from
the Russian Embassy that I have
been confirmed as a Delegate
to the International Geological
Congress from the Royal Society
of Edinburgh, and that a report
to this effect had been sent to
the Russian Government.
Word also came from home that
all were well at the time
of writing, -June 21.-
		—July 9 —
Last day's session of the Museum's
Association.  Council meeting at
9.30 a.m.  At the regular meeting
(10 .am.)  I gave by request a
short address on "Some geolog-
ical features of Utah" illustrated
by lantern views.  After this
came the Business Meeting, at
which new officers were chosen,
and formal thanks given to all
who had labored in and for the
Oxford meeting.  At 1.15 pm. the
Association adjourned to meet
next year at Sheffield.
I visited several of the Colleges,
- Worcester and Brasenose
specially: also the Bodleian

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Library and other places
of interest. Returned to London
by evening train: resumed oc-
cupancy of room at 17 Huntley
St.
		–July 10–
Another letter from Wife
came to gladden me today.
At the time of writing – June
26, she had just arrived
in San Francisco, whither she
has gone on a visit to Aunt
Bessie. Busy making prepar-
ation for departure to the
Continent.
		–July 11–   Sunday.
Not wishing to be traveling
during the entire sabbath.  I
postponed my start, at first
planned for the morning until
evening. Attended afternoon
meeting at 36 Penton St. the
meeting was devoted to testimony
speaking. Bro. Jno. W. Young
introduced a New Zealand brother
– one of the Rifle Corps, now in
England on the mission con-
nected with the Queen's Jubilee
celebration: he spoke during
the meeting with sincerity and
power. It was no common
sight, – that of one clad in the

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livery of war testifying to the
gospel of peace.  Attendance was
small but feeling was good.  Many
bore their testimony to the truth,
myself among the number.  I attended
the evening meeting also, and by
request addressed the congregation.
Immediately after closing, and before
the meeting was concluded I with-
drew, and in company of Bro. Stewart
a former student of music at the
University of Utah, I hastened to
the station.  Left Halborn Viaduct
station at 8.45 en route for Queens-
borough.  Exciting ride, fast ex-
press train, running through the
streets, or rather over and across
the streets on elevated tracks: the
tops of houses seemingly faming
a continuous but an uneven roof.
Reached Queensborough at 10.20, and
immediately embarked on Steam
packet "Königin-Regentes" for
Flushing.
		—July 12—
After a somewhat disturbed pas-
sage from which many suffered,
we reached the shores of Holland
at 4.50 am. landing at Flushing.
I proceeded by train to Hamburg,
via Goch, Wesel and Bremen.
Good corridor train; dining car

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attached; fair prices; very attentive
servants and officers: a lady servant
pretends to dust the carriage: but
one's surroundings become very
filthy. In Holland:- typical
Dutchmen, - large wooden shoes:
women with short skirts; children
dressed so as to appear like pocket
editions of the adults: characteristic
politeness; houses thatched or
with fluted tile roofs; many church
spires in each town; rail way
signal stations at so short
intervals as to be within sight
of each other; usually women
are seen at these stations on
duty as the train passes. Good
roads; some of them pav[-]d with
brick; dykes show how the land
has been reclaimed, and justify
the name "Netherlands": fields
cut by many trenches for purposes
the reverse of those of irrigation,
viz, the draining of the land.
Crossed the frontier and entered
German territory at Goch. German
signal stations seem to be attended
by men only. Telegraph poles are
double with cross pieces:—
insulators on each pole and
on top cross piece. Poorly
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Special charge (2 marks) for
reserved seat on express trains: obligation
as only reserved-seat carriages are
run.   Coin-in-the-slot machine
is used in the "About": drop in a 
10 pfennig piece and you get a
package with "Hand-tuch" ( a small
un-hemmed piece of cambric), "Seife,
und Abort Papier".
	Reached Hamburg at 5.40 p.m.
took room at Streit Hotel.
In the course of an evening walk
about the streets one of the first
novelties to attract attention
was the so-called automatic res-
taurant;—  on the coin-in-the slot
principle and under a "Bediene
Selbst" motto, coffee chocolate,
tea, boullion (all hot), from kinds
of beer, portes, and three varieties
of wine are offered.  You simply
drop a 10d piece, having first placed
the cup or glass in position,
and the beverage is delivered In
the case of coffee etc, one presses
a button and a flow of milk fol-
lows.  On revolving platforms
under glass globes, sandwiches
and tasty delicacies are arranged,
each to be obtained by the
magic influence of a coin dropped
in the slot.

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	—July 13—
My principal purpose in
breaking the journey at Ham-
burg is to enable me to meet
some of our missionary elders
who are here.  I did not expect
so pleasant a surprise as
awaited me today.  While making
my way this morning to the
address of the church headquar-
ters at 108 Heidenskamp's
Hin Weg, I met Bro. Joseph
McMurrin of Salt Lake City; we
were soon joined by Bro. Lurks
of the same place; they ac-
companied me to a group of
elders - Prest. Rulon S. Wells
of S.L. City, now presiding over
the European mission, and Elders
Lantenson R Burn, Thompson,
(Anchar) and Neal (formerly my
Assistant at the University of
Utah), Crismon (a former student
of mine) and Sister Rasmussen.
Together we visited the
"Naturhistorische Museum zu
Hamburg". In the afternoon
or rather evening I visited head
quarters, and found several of the
brethren just leaving to visit an
equestrian exhibition: at their
invitation I accompanied them

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Impressions of Hamburg:– Combina-
tions of old and new: best streets
are wide, well paved and clean:
many narrow, with old houses
bordering them; good electric
cars, large clear glass windows,
separated cars with placards
Fur Rancher"; cheap fares (10[-]):
large substantial buildings:
open squares and parks: museums
etc. Poor quality of drinking water:–
to this, particularly its unfiltered
condition is ascribed the outbreak
of cholera a few years ago.
		–July 14–
Morning spent in viewing
the city. At 12.45 p.m. took
train for Berlin. This is a
side trip from the course
planned when I obtained my
ticket for St. Petersburg, via
Copenhagen and Stockholm: I
make it in response to a
very kind invitation from
Prof. Dr. C. Klein of Berlin.
Arrived at 5 p.m.; took room
at Hotel Continental. Heavy
rain storm at and for hours
after arrival here. Made prep-
arations for visits tomorrow.
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	—July 15—
Early morning visit to the
"Museum für Natünkunde" at
Invalidenstrasse 43. where I
spent a profitable time in
examining specimens and method
of exhibiting. Met again Dr
C. Klein whom I had the
pleasure of seeing here three
years ago: he is the director
of the Mineralogical depart-
ment and Professor of Mineralogy
in the University. Also met his
assistants Mr Tanner and Dr
Adolf Klantssch; also Prof. Dr
Dames of the department of
Geology.  Had the pleasure of
presenting to the University
Museum another specimen
of Selenite, and a piece of
Variscite ("Talmageite" according
to Prof. MasKelyne.) Received a
number of European minerals,
principally from the Harz
mountains. Dr Klautzsek
accompanied me on a visit
to the University, and explained
to me many points of interest
in its organization.
Then called upon the brethren
at church head quarters; —
Dresdened Stiasse 108, zweiter Hof."

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There I met Elder Houtz, Stewart,
Larkin, and later Pres. Rulon S.
Wells, and Elder Lantensuch and
McMurrin, and A. E. Hyde. (Prest.
of Berlin conference). Visited
picture gallery and museum
with some of the brethren. Of 
the elders named, Houtz was 
a student of mine at the
Latter-day Saints' College and
Hyde at the University; Stewart
also was a student at the
Brigham Young Academy, while
I was a teacher there. Today
I witnessed part of funeral procession
of the Catholic Bishop of Berlin:
an imposing cortege.
Military organizations very prom-
inent in Germany.
Took train at 11.25 p.m. for Kiel
via Hamburg.
		— July 16 —
Reached Kiel at 9 a.m. At 11.15 a.m.
sailed by Royal German S.S. "Prinz
Adelbert" for Korsor. Choppy
passage. Good boats; excellent
accommodations. Reached Korsor
Denmark at 5.30 p.m. Customs
House examination a mere for-
mality; extremely hasty. Proceeded
at once by train. Good coaches.

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electric lights in compartments.
Reached Copenhagen or Kjöben-
havn at 7.40 p.m. Took room
at Dagman Hotel. Heavy
rain storm prevented much
sight-seeing this evening.
	—July 17—
Called this morning at the
church Head-quarters;-Sankt
Paul's Gade 14; there met Prest.
C. N. Lund (in charge of this
mission– the Scandinavian) and
Elders Christensen and Peterson.
At my request two of them ac-
companied me to the University,
where their assistance as in-
terpreters was greatly appreciated
I met Prof. N. V. Ussing, in charge
of the department of Mineralogy,
to whom I had sent from London
a box containing Selenite crystal
and other specimens. The speci-
mens had arrived in good order.
The professor accompanied me
through the mineralogical,
geological, and paleontological
museums, showing every possible
kindness. He promises specimens
for our home museum. Brother
Christensen accompanied me to
Thorvalden Gallery of sculpture
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From experience at home I have
acquired a profound respect
for the Danish people, and
this regard is intensified and
confirmed by what I see of them
in their native land. Copenhagen
is a beautiful city: good streets,
trams and electric cars; substan-
tial buildings, and fine parks.
Order and cleanliness here very
marked, but, as I am informed by
the brethren, these qualities
are not greatly developed in the
country districts Interesting scene
in the fish market – fisher women
setting each with a basket
of fish, – seldom more than one
kind in each basket. As stated
by my companions and as seen by
myself in Kiel these women
sit at their posts through all
kinds of weather; at Kiel when
I passed through the market, a
heavy rain storm was in
progress. In the evening at
the invitation of the brethren
I visited the "Tivoli" pleasure
garden with them. The principal
attraction was an exhibition of
desert life, horsemanship and
camel riding by a company of
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Today also I wrote home, to Wife 
and children. The Lord be praised 
for memory and her charms. There
may have been something akin to 
wisdom in the philosopher's wish 
that he might learn the art of 
forgetting for doubtless every 
man would fain consign to 
oblivion some, perhaps many pas-
sages of his life yet I would never 
have that art become habitual. 
Though some of the lines on 
memory's page are blotted, all 
are not blurred; and I read there 
many many sentences of baby 
smiles, and boyish prattle, and 
of deeds and forbearing words on 
the part of a God-given wife. 
And I read and reread those lines 
which oft-times by the very dash
of their penning tell of the 
heart throbs that unfilled the
hand that traced them, when the 
Monitor from the deep under - 
current of thought, calls attention 
to the present; to the customs 
of a strange people to the sug-
gestiveness of foreign scenes 
to the formations of a land 
from which I must soon
depart; but tonight, as often
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of a room which for the time-
being is mine, I would have for 
my sole companion that sacred 
volume. What are the priceless 
canvasses in their costly frames 
upon which I have gazed today, 
to the pictures in that book? 
each is a living biograph 
that surpasses in beauty and 
fidility the achievments of an 
Edison. The peace of heaven be 
over and about the subjects of 
those pictures forever.
	   — July 18 —    Sunday
At the request of Prest. Lund 
and the other brethren here, I 
changed my plan of leaving 
Copenhagen by early boat this 
morning, and on their assur-
ance that I could catch the 
early evening train at Malmö 
by taking afternoon boat here,
I agreed to have the pleasure 
of attending the fore part of 
the afternoon meeting. I dined 
with the brethren at their 
head-quarters, and went with 
them to meeting. The little 
hall was well-filled, though 
I am informed that the even-
ing meeting is more largely 
attended. The singing of the

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Scandinavian saints is indeed
soul-stirring; the times were
familiar and the general
feeling to me was home like.
They sang a hymn in English
very creditably. Elder Enoch
Jorgensen (a student of mine,
– but not in music) is the
choir leader. By invitation I
addressed the congregation,
Elder Christensen (also one of my
students) translating and
repeating. I could feel the
earnestness of the people 
and the sincerity of their faith
At 3 p.m. I had to leave the
meeting in order to catch
the boat for Malmö. Prest.
Lund and Bro. Christensen insisted
on accompanying me to the
wharf. Politeness is a marked
characteristic of the Scandinav-
ians. I could understand their
word for "Welcome!" which was
spoken by everyone with whom
I was able to shake hands
on arriving at the hall, and
as we left the entire con-
gregation arose and remained
standing until we had passed
through the aisle and from
the room. The brethren had

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a cab in waiting, and we 
drove at once to my hotel, 
thence to the dock. At 3.30 
the boat left the pier, Bros. 
Lund and Christensen waving 
adieus as long as they could 
see me. The courtesy of the 
brethren here has been greater
than I could have desired: not 
only have they shown me every 
kindness within ordinary bounds,
but they have insisted in a way 
that left me no alternative, 
on paying for cab, tickets to 
"Tivoli" etc. At 5.15 our boat, 
the "Hveen" reached Malmö. A 
heavy rain storm has followed 
me since early morning. Elder 
Norman Lee of Brigham City Utah 
here located was at the Custom 
House door to meet me: I find 
that the brethren had written 
from Copenhagen to inform him 
of my coming. Then I learned 
that no train leaves Malmö 
for Stockholm at 5.30 as sup-
posed, and that I cannot con-
tinue my journey until 11.10
tonight. While the delay is 
disappointing for I had hoped to 
reach Stockholm early tomorrow, 
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attending meeting with the
Saints here. There was a good
attendance in spite of the heavy
rain. Bro. Lee is for the present
laboring here alone: he has
gained considerable efficiency in
the Swedish language though
but 8 months in the field, and
knowing nothing of the tongue
when he came here. The meeting
began at 6.30. With guitar
accompaniments there was
excellent singing. Elder Larsen
of St. George arrived just before
the meeting on his way home:
he has been released prematurely
on account of deafness. By
request I addressed the meeting,
Bro. Lee acting as interpreter. 
Bros. Larsen and Lee then spoke 
in turn the former in English,
the latter in Swedish. The saints
lingered long after the meeting
closed, conversing, discussing,
scripture and singing. Sister
Sexton of Nephi, Utah – a fellow
passenger in the "Waesland"
came to see me after the
meeting. Bro Lee took me to
a private boarding house
for supper. There was spread,
a characteristic table of the

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country, the "Branvisbord," or 
"Smörgåsbord", liberally translated 
bread-and-butter table, with bread 
and butter, cheese, cold meat, several 
kinds of fish, - smoked and turned, 
relishes etc. I enjoyed it: the
charge seemed rediculously low, - 
only 45 öre (13 cents.) They say 
the unboiled water is not 
wholesome, and here as in Copen-
hagen a brown liquid "O"I" is 
served warranted non-alcoholic. 
Its taste is that of dilute sen-
na tea with a dash of extract 
of rhubarb. I think all who 
drink it on principle deserve 
great praise. 
At 11.10 p.m. I left Malmö on 
Snall--d (not "snail train" but
quick train) for Stockholm. 
Sleeping cars (sofvagon) are 
provided both 1" and 2" class, 
but I did not patronize either.
 The second class carriage are 
good; the seats are like sofas,
and if one is alone on the 
seat he can stretch himself 
out and sleep well. Here as 
elsewhere on the continent 
the light is enclosed in a 
half globe set in the ceiling, 
with a dark cover which many

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be drawn down when one wishes
to modify the light. There are
curtains to the windows and sliding
doors to the compartments.
	— July 19 —
Morning halt (8-30) at Katrina
Lolm for breakfast. I have
observed that the principle of
"help yourself" prevails at most
Scandinavian tables; this was
exemplified this morning. On
a central table were piles of
plates, baskets of knives, forks
and spoons, a huge dish
with sliced meat, others with
potatoes and peas (all hot),
and cold meats, fish (mostly
smoked, salted, or pickled),
eggs, bread, butter, cheese; all
these were set out in a very
cleanly and orderly manner.
A number of small tables
with chairs were distributed
throughout the room. I first
took my seat at one of
these; but in less than a
minute I had learned the
custom of the place and adapted
myself thereto. So following
example I went to the main
table, secured plate, knife and
fork, filled the first named and
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On hay fields rows of sticks, each comprising 8 to 12: about 1 foot apart,
each 5-7 ft high: upon these hay is "cocked" for drying.
Mowing and reaping machines but little used.

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made a hearty breakfast. The
cost was 50 öre (.less than 15 cents.)
The entire region is distinctly
glaciated. Roches moutounees
abound; the striations are
very distinct. Numerous glacial
lakes dot the country.
Reached Stockholm shortly before
noon. Took room at "Tarist Ho-
tellet."  Not an excellent hotel,
but still offering tolerable
accommodations, and making
moderate changes. 	Soon after
arrival I made my way to
"Hornsgatan 80",  the church
office quarters here. Met Elder
Johnson of Murray Utah: he 
has been in the field here about 
two months. At my request he
accompanied me during the
afternoon. We first visited
Steam Ship Office, where I
exchanged my passage ticket
for a berth ticket on steamer
"Wasa" which sails tomorrow
evening for Russia.  Then we
visited a number of interesting
places in the city,– monuments,
old buildings, the king's palace
etc. viewing all from the
outside, as hours of admission
even to places generally open

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were gone for the day. Then we 
took boat and visited the great 
Exposition which draws so many 
visitors to Stockholm just now. 
The exposition will continue open 
until October. I visited Machinery 
Hall, a hall of weapons, Art 
Museum, a chemical exhibit, 
iron, glass, and porcelain, cloth 
agricultural displays. etc. Of 
course the war building with 
weapons, miniature camps, 
castles, ambulances, wax models 
of soldiers in varied situations 
attracts great numbers. The glory 
of the world is still that of 
carnage and conquest. A special 
exhibit of Swedish iron ores and 
manufactured products was 
particularly instructive. Of 
course the exposition is small 
when compared with the great 
Columbian Exposition in 1893; but 
it is highly creditable and in-
structive 
In all the continental countries 
thus far visited I note the use 
if use porcelain stoves some-
times cylindrical, sometimes 
rectangular, reaching from 
floor to ceiling. Am informed
that they give a steady continued

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heat when once set in operation. 
Metallic bedsteads almost universal 
with head and foot-boards padded: 
bags filled with soft down - "feather 
beds" for covering during cold 
nights. In Scandinavia I have 
seen no house sewer systems: 
even in great hotels waste water 
is carried out by hand, and the 
closets are constructed on the 
portable, dry-earth plan.
		— July 20 — 
According to plans made yes-
terday Elder C. A. Ahlquist, President 
of the conference here called upon 
me early this morning. We pro-
ceded at once to the Geological 
Museum at No. 36, "Master Samuel's
Gatan." There I met Statsgeologen 
Edvard Erdman, who had received 
my letter sent from London re-
garding the shipment of a 
specimen of Selenite; the speci-
men however had not yet arrived. 
The gentleman received me with 
marked kindness; and although 
this happened to be a day on 
which by regulation the Museum 
is closed, he conducted us 
through the institution and 
personally explained the organ-
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me the promise of good speci-
mens in exchange. The exhibits
of Swedish iron ore, of glacial
specimens and of contorted laminac
were especially interesting.
Then Bro. Ahlquist and I visited
the National Museum; where we
were joined by Elder Johnson,
Fahlgren(?) and Anderson. The
institution is large and the col-
lections rich and instructive.
Then followed a few visits to
other places of interest; and
preparations for departure.
I have seldom visited a land
form which I part with more
sincere regret than that which
I feel on leaving Scandinavia.
The people are strong in
national character: the nation
is a great one. Their institutions
are grand. I feel that the
blood of Israel is here in rich
abundance; indeed I think one
may not have to travel much
farther north to find many
of the tribes that were lost.
The Lord will achieve great
purposes through the people
of these northern lands.
In early evening Elder Ahlquist
called and accompanied me to the
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Picturesque Swedish costume still worn. (see pictures.)

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boat: there we were joined by the
other brethren; they remained with
me until the time of starting
and parted with many expressions
 of good wishes. At 6 p.m. the
Finnish steamer "Wasa" on which
I had taken passage, left the
pier, and the final stage of my
journey to Russia was begun.
The evening ride down the
harbor was very interesting;
our course lay among the numerous
islets, each a rocky mound,
smoothed and glaciated; with
trees rooted in the stony crevices.
Here and there soil has accumulat-
ed, and verdure flourishes. On
every dangerous point, a dimin-
utive light house is set, with
revolving globes, showing alter-
nately white and red lights.
Sometimes the "Wasa" passed so
near the isles that we could
talk with the people ashore; and
enjoy the music at the many
places of evening entertainment.
At 8.30 the evening meal was
served; I shall not forget the
occasion. Long tables were set on
the upper deck; these were sup-
plied with plates, knives, forks,
napkins, and glasses but with no

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eatables. An inprovised central 
table (the top of a frame work 
surrounding an opening with the 
saloon below) was literally crowded 
with dishes; there were bread & butter, 
cheese, cold meats, sausage (many 
kinds) fish, and relishes in great 
number. This is the character-
istic "Smorgasbord." At the sound 
of the gong the people crowded 
around, pushing and edging 
their way from dish to dish: 
helped themselves, and most of 
them ate standing, while a 
few retired to the side tables with 
laden platters, and returned for a 
fresh supply at intervals. At 
one end of the table were a 
number of bottles and small 
glasses. Some of the colored bot-
tles showed by their labels that 
they contained spirits; but there 
was one large cut-glass bottle, 
a kind of canape, colorless, and 
containing a clear liquid. From 
the way in which the people 
filled the glasses and the ease with 
which they gulped the liquid, I 
concluded that here at last was 
water: true I wondered somewhat 
at the smallness of the glasses; 
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The first and last sip taught me
that the liquid was alcohol
(aqua-vit here called); I believe it
was of full proof strength. As
the people satisfied themselves
at the Smörgäsbord they retired
to the side tables, where supper
was served; consisting of hot meats,
poultry and vegetables, and such
liquors as the guests ordered. I
understand that such a meal is
served here thrice daily. The charge
is 2 Kroners.
The passengers are mostly Finnish
and Russian with a few Swedish
travellers. There are half a dozen
Americans and Englishmen. I was
drawn into conversation with a
young gentleman who speaks
fairly good English, but German
in preference. He is evidently an
educated, and accomplished; and he
discussed with me the merits of
the Swedish Finnish, and Russian
tongues with all of which he ap-
pears to be familiar as also with
French and Latin. He is of unas-
suming ways, somewhat delicate
in health, of temperate habits ap-
parently, and of a companionable
disposition. He learned from
our conversation of my Utah home,

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and in answer to his direct question
that I am a "Mormon." Then followed
a long conversation lasting until
nearly 1 a.m. on our people and
religion. I promised to send him
a copy of the Book of Mormon
and other literature. He asked
me to permit him to send me
a "stone", which offer I res-
pectfully declined. We exchanged
cards early in the interview, and
I found that my acquaintance
was Baron Luthar von Gathus
of Curland, Schloss Wainoden.
He professes little friendship
for the Russian natives.
	      —July 21—
I rose, as I thought early
after so late a sitting, but
I found the Baron awaiting me
in the sitting room. The ship's
passenger list, and an accidental
glance at his trunks, revealed
the same name and title. We
continued our conversation until
we reached Abo, (10.30 a.m.) where
the gentleman (nobleman to those
who draw a distinction) left
the boat on a trip to the
interior of Finland; he gave
many assurances of friendship and
promises of future correspondence.

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This morning I made the ac-
quaintance of the venerable
Professor Hall, long State Geol-
ogist of New York. He is on
his way to Russia, to attend the
Congress. The course leading
into the Gulf of Abo is very
interesting. The shores are of
the usual type, rocky, glaciated,
wooded. Many small steamers,
sail boats, and row boates; the last
named generally "manned" by
women; who pull at the oars
with vigor and skill. Timber
and lumber seem to be the chief 
articles of trade on a large scale.
Many passengers left at Abo:
here the boat remained several
hours. I went ashore, camera
in hand and made my way to the 
hills. Rocks are mostly crystal-
line igneous, – granites, red and
gray: gneisses, diorites etc.
Evidences of glaciation everywhere.
Many scenes of interest in this
the first Finnish town which
I have visited. Very little display
in shop windows; busy market
square, with crowded booths under
canvas roofs. Women sit on the
earth, often without even a canvas
covering, each with a basket of

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small wares. As I prepared to take
a "snap-shot" of the market 
booths, the girls in attendance 
immediately struck attitudes  
which declared their acquaintance 
with the camera, and as I closed 
the instrument they gathered around
me in a thick swarm all 
talking at once in the richly 
sounding tongue of <the-> Finns; but 
whether they yearned for an im-
possible sight of the picture, or 
wanted to extort a fee for having 
posed before me I could not tell. 
There are good buildings here, 
well constructed wharves, and 
streets substantially paved with 
glacial pebbles. 
	Not having breakfasted, I 
went with a cafe at 1 o'clock 
and tried to get some bread and 
cheese. A man who prided him-
self on his ability to talk English 
made me understand that they 
had no cheese, and proposed 
sandwiches and "grapes" (he 
pronounced it "crapes"). I agreed, 
and soon they brought me some 
Swedish or Finnish bread (brown, 
coarse, brittle, in thin pan-cake
like pieces) some corned beef 
and a dish of freshly cooked

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"cray-fish." I suppose the "crapes" 
meant "crabs,"  a misnomer for 
the small crustaceans brought. 
I returned to the "Wasa" at 1.45 p.m. 
and at 2 she resumed her journey. 
At 7.30 p.m. we reached the pier 
of Hangö. Here the Wasa is 
scheduled to remain until 2 a.m. 
I hurried ashore and explored the 
granitic sea cliffs, and walked 
through the streets of the town.
Here as in Abo I was impres-
sed by the quiet of the place. 
Most of the houses are of 
wood, neatly constructed  and 
painted, and seldem more than
one story. A bath house and 
boat establishment was of inter-
est. The pleasure boats are of 
the "kyak" type; small and 
light; I lifted one, and would 
estimate its weight at from 40-
50 lbs. Such a boat is slender 
and pointed; built for one: is pro-
pelled by a double paddle for-
ward as the rower rowed faces. Speed
 of travel is remarkable; I saw 
a boy in such a craft overtake 
a sailing yacht scudding 
before a really stiff breeze. 
Women and girls propel these 
kyaks with ease and skill.

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The town is built in the forest:
or rather the houses are set
in natural groves of pine. I met
a fellow passenger, Herr Harm-
sen of Amsterdam and together
we visited some of the sea side
restaurants, at which good
orchestral music is rendered
from the balconies. At mid-
night the twilight was still
bright visible I could readily read the
time from my watch. Then as
we started toward the vessel
my companion, who has been
in the lumber business, caught
the puffing of a steam saw mill
through the forest, and suggest-
ed a visit thereto. We left the
mill at 1 o'clock, and at 1.30
were aboard the "Wasa"; at 2
she left the pier. As I re-
tired to rest the eastern twi-
light had dimmed that of the
west.
	  —July 22 —
At 9 a.m. we tied up at Hel-
singfors, where we remain
until 5 this afternoon. I 
spent the day ashore. This
is the largest town yet visited
in Finland. It is decidedly mod-
ern in aspect: indeed one would

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hardly know from the streets
that he was not in a city
of Central or Southern Europe.
The market scene on the open
square, and the market house
are like those in Åbo on a
larger scale.  The Finnish
droschis are small 4-wheeled
carriages, the seat top not more
than four feet from the ground:
each drawn by a single pony.
There are no traces or "tugs" to
the harness:  short straps pass
from the collar to the fire part
of the shafts, and other straps
from the "belly-band".  A large
arch spans the horses' neck
from shaft to shaft.  The animals
are spry little creatures and are
driven at a seemingly reckless
gait.  Many large open squares
with linden trees: seats are
provided. Birds (pigeons and
sparrows) are very tame: this
speaks well for the orderly
behavior of the children.  Numerous
open air restaurants, with band
stands; good music: military
bands and lady orchestras.
Beautiful flower beds: and large
potted shrubs.  A large cemetery
is used as a public resort:

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some of the monuments one huge
blocks of the crystalline rock
here abounding, each with but
one dressed and polished face on
which the inscription is cut:
the rest of the stone is in its
natural roughness. Churches
and other public buildings are
set on hills, generally founded
in the ice scored boulders. <or bed rock> Wild
flowers are of familiar types
dock, thistle, dandelion, butter-
cup etc. Nature recognises none
of man's artificial lines defin-
ing countries and provinces. And
man is almost as cosmopoli-
tan in some respects. Here the
people dress as they do at home:
uniforms are characteristic, but
the civilian dress is ordinary.
I visited many of the public
buildings; churches, observatory,
"bibliothek", university, and
museum; in the last named
I spent considerable time.
Took lunch in a little restau-
rant where I could observe
some customs of the laboring
classes. Same superabundance
of flesh foods, fats, and meat
relishes, and comparitive dearth
of bread. Wheaten bread is a
[The following is written sideways in left margin]
Herr Halmsen and I engaged a "druschi" and drove about the town
during the afternoon.

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luxury and the hard coarse
rye substitute is perhaps not
sufficiently appetizing to be
in favor. I was served <with> or rather
I took, (for everyone helps himself
some pieces of hard pan-cake
or "tack" which would not very
easily break under the hammer.
Men were eating sausages, fish,
and raw meat chopped up with
onions Etc. but little or no bread.
At 5 p.m. the "Wasa" was under
way bound for St. Petersburg.
The vessel is a good one: meals
are somewhat expensive, yet really
the charge is not exorbitant
when one considers what is supplied.
The servants are maids; aside
from Captain officers and crew, there
is not a male attendant aboard.
The many stops, and the liberal
waiting at each place have given
me better opportunity of observing
the people, towns and formations
of Southern Finland than a journey
by rail could have afforded. On
the vessel as in Scandinavia I
have been impressed by the confidence
which employers repose in their ser-
vants. At hotels, restaurants etc, there
is apparently no check system: the
attendants collect the money as if

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it were their own. The  service is good.
		— July 23 —
Early this morning we passed 
the Kronstadt fortifications; the 
port holes with protruding cannons 
and the impregnable appearance 
promise a warm welcome to vessel 
or fleet attempting to enter the 
Neva against the will of the au-
thorities. Reached dock in St. 
Petersburg at 8.30 a.m. Formalities 
of Pass-port inspection were tedious. 
As my name was called, mangled 
though it was by the military 
officer in charge  of passports, it 
was recognized by a gentleman who 
came foward and announced himself 
to me as M. Tschermpchen the Secretary-
General of the Geological Congress.
Had early evidence of the courtesies 
offered by the Russian government to 
members of the Congress, in the fact 
that by an exhibiting my "Carte de 
Membre" I was allowed to take my 
baggage through the Customs house
 without opening a package.
Herr Hahnsen and I took a droskehi
from the pier, I stopping at 
the Hotel Victoria where I engaged 
a room, he going to relatives. 
I find that he spent the greater 
part of his early life in Russia,

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and the return after 15 years absence 
was affecting to him. He kept
repeating as familiar scenes ap-
peared, "Oh it is very 'funny'", evidently 
meaning "impressive", for his tone
suggested something more serious
than the comic sense, and I saw a
tear or two glistening on his bushy
beard.	The world is growing more
cosmopolitan every day. A few hours
showed me here, however more distin-
guishing characteristics than usually
appear in European countries. In 
dress, long coats for men prevail: partic-
ularly is this true of military and other
officials. Majority of the women, par-
ticularly of lower orders wear no hats;
a thin shawl covering the head. Boots
are more common than shoes, and
are worn by women as well as by men.
The workingmen wear a shirt of col-
ored stuff (generally red) gathered by
a belt or even a cord about the
waist; this tunic pattern prevails
in the dress of boys. Long beards
are common; in many cases those are
decidedly unkempt. The droskchi
drivers are dressed in blue coats
reaching to the feet a colored band
or belt encircles the waist; red nec-
kerchief and cuffs of same color are
common; the hat is presumably

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of genus "stovepipe", but of species
new; there are:- sharply turned brim:
short or low crown, rapidly enlarging
upward:- [image of hat]. Rubber tires are
common on droskchi wheels; horses
generally have no blinds. Fares are
low - 20 Kopecks for an ordinary drive.
At frequent intervals along streets are
Kegs of water with cups: these contain
boiled water: I am informed that the
police directly supervise these port-
able supplies of water, none of the
unboiled liquid being offered for drinking.
I visited the [--]t[---]or Dwor, - a large
block of buildings used as bazaars
and shops: mostly one story: covered
arcade extends entirely around. During
afternoon Herr Hahnsen and I visited
Kasansche church, - an enormous struct
ure, with imposing colonnade in
form of half circle, somewhat after
pattern of St. Peters in Rome. As
one enters he is impressed by the
general massiveness, and by the
display of silver and gold. There
is a pair of ponderous doors of
solid silver, enclosing, or rather
guarding the entrance to, the
altar place; to which, by the
way, no woman is ever admitted.
Enormous candelabra, pendants, and
stands of solid silver, are displayed

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in abundance. Pictures representing
the Virgin and the Christ-child are
framed in gold, and bordered by
brilliants and rubies. A single candle
stand contains, we were told, 100 pounds
of silver: and in all <there are here> several thousands
of pounds weight. Gold is displayed
in rich supply: the precious metals
bear the official stamp of genuine-
ness which the attendants point 
out. There are floor sections of com-
plicated pattern, made of marble 
and modular granite. Roof is supported
by 56 granite columns; each costing
it is said 30000 roubles. Then there are
numerous flags tattered and bloodstained,
taken in war; and other trophies of
strife, such as keys to fortresses cap-
tured etc. One hardly knows whether 
he is in the house of peace and goodwill
to men, or in a structure dedicated to
the god of war. But with all this
lavish display of wealth, there is an
associated condition of extreme poverty.
About the doors are mendicant women,
each with a book on the cover of which
the cross is blazoned; this is held out
as a receptable for alms. Outside
and inside are crippled and poor,
begging a Kopeck of each passer-by.
There are hundreds of candles burning
before the various shrines: these candles

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are sold within the church to the
worshippers: and from this traffic no
inconsiderable revenue is derived. In
a glass case at the foot of a cross
on which an effigy of the Christ
is shown is an iron nail:- [image of a nail]
said to be of the kind used in cruci-
fixion in Christ's time.	A massive
gilt pendant holds hundreds of candles:
these were ready for lighting at the
next service: a fuse ran from wick
to wick so that the flame would be
readily communicated. Of course there
are lamps kept perpetually burning.
	I note on the streets:- watering by
hose from hydrants: wooden pavement,
(hexagonal blocks.): many stands for sale
of mild drinks: boys hawk something
called lemonade, in large glass jugs,
each with a block of ice in the
neck: Beside great cathedrals and
churches, there are small chapels, and
also small shrines set at street
crossings and in walls of buildings.
The people are very devout.
In the evening I visited the Aqua-
rium:- a place designated by a
misnomer: it is nothing but a
pleasure garden. There was good music
from as Roumanian orchestra: and ex-
cellent singing. The [---]e Russian
peasant dance was interesting.

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	     —July 24—
Utah's natal day: this year to be
marked by jubilee festivities. I could
wish I were home: for such a cel-
ebration is of great significance.
Early today I witnessed a small
funeral procession on the way to the
church. Casket was set on a very low
carriage, drawn by 2 horses, clothed
in black: preceded by two men in
black suits and hats, bordered with
silver lace: each of these bore a
lighted lamp, enclosed in lantern like
a street lamp, but surmounted by a 
cross. There were but few followers, and
these afoot. There were white plumes
on horses and bier.
   Herr Halmsen called at hotel, and
together we visited many places of interest
repeating some visits of yesterday. Went
across the Neva on floating bridge,
past the Czar's Winter Palace: then
to Bourse, and to the church and
fortifications of Sts. Peter and Paul.
This Church carries a very high and
slender pyramidal tower, gilded. As
one enters he is bewildered by the
display of silver and gold. Here lie
burried 37 of the royal families of
Russia. The tombs of those who have
actually reigned are marked by
a golden emblem at each corner, con-

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sisting of double eagle crowned, and 
holding in claws the sceptre. Tombs 
are of plain marble without, each 
bearing a massive cross of gilded 
metal. Tomb of last Czar is sur-
rounded by potted plants, and wreaths 
of fresh flowers rest on top. There 
are numerous candles burning, and 
lamps after the pattern of a crown.
Flowers are resting on some of the other 
tombs, but generally the older ones are 
not so ornamented. Tables and the 
massive pillars are hidden by the 
funeral offerings made to the im-
perial dead. Most of these offerings 
have come from relatives, and from 
foreign governments or rulers. 
There are wreaths and bouquets of
silver and gold; marble carvings, 
a large wreath cut from a single
block of nephrit; pillows of costliest 
velvet and silk each bearing an 
emblem of great cost. Some of these 
wreaths weigh hundreds of pounds, 
a single leaf or sprig would relieve 
the immediate distress of a family, 
One large wreath sent by President of 
French Republic at death of Alexander 
III is said to weigh over 100 lbs; it is 
of silver, of pattern oak-leaves, and 
acorns, with a central palm leaf 3 ft. 
long, of gold. Here are displayed carvings

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in ivory executed by the hand of Peter I.
Here as in other churches, an ex-
tensive traffic in candles etc, is Kept
up and contributions are solicited;
but mendicants are not allowed
about the doors. Armed men guard
this palace of wealth and death.
Here again are banners and other
war trophies.
	On the Neva are many barges
of enormous size, which come from
the interior laden with fire wood.
Wood is almost the only fuel here: it
is used on locomotives even.
I note a very general politeness
amongst the common people: workmen
salute each other respectfully: young
men raise their hats to one another:
hats are removed by the men in banks
and shops.
	In the afternoon I visited the office
of the Comité Geologique; and learned
that my appointment as Delegate
from the Royal Society of Edinburgh
had been duly received.	 Visited 
Russian Bath-house: good baths, sep-
arate dressing rooms, supplied with
lounges etc. and slabs on which the
par-boiled bather may stretch
himself to cool.
  In the evening I crossed the
Neva on one of the little steamers,

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and visited the Zoological gardens. 
Good collection of animals, though 
not extensive. Place is more of a 
pleasure resort. 
Winters must be severe here: I am 
informed that the floating bridges 
are all removed as the river freezes, 
and that all traffic of crossing 
is done on the ice. There are but 
3 or 4 hours daylight <each day> during winter 
months. Summer appears to be 
made use of in repair work; streets 
and buildings are all being reno-
vated here at present; there is a 
very general air of wholesale spring
cleaning.
		— July 25 —    Sunday.
Early visit to Isaacs Cathedral; fol-
lowed by visits to many other churches 
chapels and smaller shrines. In 
common with most Catholic peoples 
the Russians seem to be very devout: 
the Church has a strong power of 
control. Every church seemed to be 
literally packed; the people stood 
crossing themselves as the services 
proceeded, some of the more devout 
prostrating themselves with the forehead 
on the floor: this I witnessed also 
outside the buildings. They were
 buying their candles: the poor 
woman - a single light for a Kopeck,

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July 25
the richer buying them by the handful.
Tiny loaves of bread are sold for the
rites of worship. The churches are
both houses of prayer and of traffic.
On the streets one sees the offering
of the signs of devotion on every
hand. Witnessing such demonstra-
tions, I look around and find perhaps
a tiny shrine, with burning lamp:
the devout Russian would not pass
it without crossing himself. I saw
a droskchi-man conveying an officer
of rank, but at the sacred shrine, the
driver checked his fiery little pony,
and each of the men - one of high,
the other of low degree - offered his
devotions.
	I learn that there is no general
toleration of un-orthodox sects here;
yet varied forms of worship are al-
lowed. If however a heterodox be-
liever marries a wife of the Russian
church, the children are claimed
by that church; if a Russian
churchman and a un-orthodox
woman desire to marry she must
first enter the Church. All Russians
are officially of the orthodox profession.
There are churches for foreigners, —
Sweedish, Dutch, etc.
This afternoon I went into a
"Tracteri" — a sort of coffee house or
[The following is written sideways in left margin]
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small vestament; as both Russian
and German signs were displayed at
the door I supposed that I could make
my wants known in German. No one
in attendance could understand either
German or English however: I could not
read the Russian bill of fare; so
preferring to experiment, if at all, in
an inexpensive manner, I picked
out an item opposite which a price of
15 Kopecks was given. I was served
with a dish new to me, but excellent
nevertheless,  a light dough cake,
filled with milk curd all steaming
hot. Had an interesting experience
with literal translations yesterday. Went
to a bank to change money; the ex-
change clerk spoke English through
but poorly. I gave £4 in gold, and received
an order on another and distant de-
partment for 39 roubles, 56 Kopecks.
The paying clerk to whom I presented
my order said something in Russian;
I shook my head: he then spoke in
what I took to be the Finnish tongue:
another vacant look from me. His
ammunition seemed to be exhausted,
and another clerk was called: he
seemed to be talking Swedish, which
was as Russian to me: then came some-
thing more familiar:- "Nehmen Sie Platz"
but it was spoken so rapidly that

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I required time to separate the words: 
the meaning was gradually revealing 
itself when a literal translation 
was exploded: - "Take place Sir". Im-
mediately I took place, or to go one 
step further in absurdity, and this
on dictionary authority I happened,
occurred or came to pass into a chair. 
	Example of composite type spoken 
of by travellers among strange people:- 
At Helsingfors, Finnland, my com-
panion and I hired a droskchi: the
driver was a Russian, with wiry brown 
beard: At the St. Petersburg dock 
the same (?) fellow presented himself and 
his droskchi: he drove us to our hotels. 
Going on streets later I met him again 
and again in many parts of the city: 
he was almost omnipresent; then I 
saw him passing me in two droskchis, 
one on either side simultaneously. 
I then learned to recognize three 
droskchi-men <one> of the type given above. 
another with wiry black beard: a
third with no beard worth mentioning. 
I believe that composite photography 
would reveal a typical droskchi man 
face. 
	Left St. Petersburg for Moscow at 9.30 
p.m. At the station (Nicolai) as also 
at other stations visited, shrines are 
erected and lamps are kept burning,

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in the waiting rooms of all classes.
Here my "billet gratuit" given by the
Russian government came into use.
It is a pass, first class on all rail-
roads in Russia and Finland. Good
carriages: seats are individual chairs,
roomy, upholstered: comfortable. These are
thrown  to horizontal position at night,
and a small mattress is supplied, mak-
ing a real pallet. Sleeping cars pro-
per have permanently horizontal sofas,
and are divided into many compart-
ments, two passengers, or if upper
berths attachments are made, four
are assigned fto each division. Charge
for sleeping berth per night – 75 cen
3 roubles ($150). Ordinary first class cars
are divided each into 3 compartments
with 5 chairs in each; corridor pas-
sages in sleeping cars only; good 
toilet rooms. 	A fellow passen-
ger whose acquaintance I made:-
"Ceperin Ubareoburrs Tareunerere."
(this appearing on his card, and rendered 
in English at my request "Serge John
Ganeshin") proved to be a Russian
gentleman of education. He gave me
much information regarding Russain
affairs, particularly those pertaining
to the church. He emphasizes fact
of difference between educated and
ignorant classes in devotion to church;

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and claims that influence of church 
is waning. Great wealth of churches he 
ascribes wholly to acquisitions in for-
mer years, when doctrine was generally 
accepted as now by the poor only, that 
safe conduct for the soul after death 
could be secured by liberal donations 
and bequests to the church, and in no 
other way. Sermons are rarely given 
in Greek Catholic services, and the 
educated tire, he says, of the bare 
ritual, splendid though it be from 
an artistic view. The Slavonic lan-
guage is used in worship; this is close-
ly allied to Russian.
		— July 26 —
Reached Moscow at 10.15 am. Met at 
station by attendants wearing badge 
of Geological Congress; was directed 
to one of three hotels selected for the 
members; took room at Hotel Lo[-]-
coutnaja" on Twerskay St. Here I 
met Prof. Hall again: also Judge 
Ives of Crookston Mum., Dr. I. C. White 
Treasurer of Geological Society of America; 
Dr. Persifor Frazer of Philadelphia, and 
others, who speak the best of 
languages (because mine.) 
In the afternoon I went with 
others to the University of Moscow,: 
where each paid his fee for the Ural 
trip $50 Roubles, and received guide

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books, circulars of instruction, maps etc.
and the badge of membership; this
last is a silver medal, with the
emblem of the Congress on obverse,
and on reverse "Russia 1897" surrounded
by a wreath; the two inscriptions are
combined in the seal of the Congress
for its current session. [Seal with the words "GEOLOGORUM CONVENTUS MENTE ET MALLEO VII 1897 ROSSIA"]
The medal is hung by
a bow of tricolored ribbon.
Spent greater part of
day in viewing places
of interest:- Kremlin,
churches gardens etc. In the evening
Dr. White and I visited the "Parc
Petrovsky".
Educated Europeans are good linguists;
few of ordinary classes here can
talk anything but the vernacular.
Even with my imperfect knowledge of
German and French, the sound of
these tongues is welcome. Prof. Frazer
and I were making our way to University
by side streets: he wanted to make
enquiry, and seeing a face that
promised something, the Professor
ran across the street and cried out
"Monsieur, can you Deutsch sprechen?"
Our answer was a vacant stare and
a head shake.	Difficulty is found
by foreigners in Russia from the fact
that the alphabet of the country

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not only comprises strange characters,
such would be expected, but letters
which we call English, of entirely dif-
ferent sound from that which we give.
Thus PecTopaHb is pronounced
"restauran", the last character serving
simply to define the hard sound of the
"H" which is sounded "N." Many of our
party spell aloud the signs as they
pass along the streets. I noted the
interest and perhaps sympathy expres-
sed in the gaze of some boys on top of
train car, at our efforts; they each
read easily, and the labored struggles
of these men, each with the badge
of a learned society of international scope,
doctors, and professors, heads of great
institutions, and directors of vast enter-
prises, representatives of powerful
organizations, seemed ludicrous in
comparison. The Russian speech
is phonetic; there are 35 characters,
and in general each represents but
a single sound. It is easier to
recognise resemblances to other languages
in spoken than in written Russian.
I was puzzled over "Abpopa," but
when pronounced "Avrora" I caught
the relationship with "aurora", and 
the context showed the meaning.
This would weaken the objection urged
against English spelling reform

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that the relationship of words would 
be destroyed by phonetic spelling. 
Pronunciation, not spelling reveals 
the kinship of words.
		— July 27 —
The Russians still hold to the old 
Julian calendar, which is now 12 days 
behind ours. My hotel bill at St. 
Petersburg received on Sunday last (25") 
is dated July 13, on which date (13") I
was in Hamburg. Receipt for fees
paid yesterday is dated July 14." We 
are notified to be ready for certain 
excursions July 16; and for departure 
to Urals July 18. 
During morning I visited University; 
and the museums of geology palean-
tology and mineralogy. Then Dr. 
White, Judge Ives and I visited in 
company. We spent considerable time 
in Musee historique, in which are 
displayed specimens and paintings 
illustrative of advancement in 
Russia, from stone age, through 
bronze and iron, to modern life repre-
sented by Christian institutions. (See 
guide book and notes.) Then visited 
the Imperial Palace and Terem 
Palace with their wealth of orna-
mentation and royal splendor. 
Visited also cannon and bell of the 
Kremlin.

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Some deference is shown to members
of our Congress as their badges are
seen. On enquiry I find that police
and other officers are instructed to
assist wearers of the medal. At the
palace we offered for inspection our
cards of membership, but were in-
formed that the badge was suf-
ficient. 	Moscow presents a
beautiful appearance when viewed
from a distance; its many towers, and
domes highly colored in ultramarine,
green or gilt, its green roofs,
castle and palaces, give a fine
impression. However the streets are
roughly paved; the side walks are
narrow, and with the streets tortuous, 
and the general arrangement poor.
	Saw two boys laughing, talking,
and smoking cigarettes together: they
came to a shrine; the cigarettes were
taken from their mouths, hats were
removed, and the signs made: then
the laughing and joking were resumed.
Small pictures as shrines are found
in the corner of each room in 
our hotel.
The Salvation Army has not yet
established itself here: I am informed
that these demonstrative organization
cannot be tolerated; that indeed
no haranguing is allowed: no

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gathering of crowds and speechmaking
indoors or out can be tolerated except
by express permit in each case.
	Here as at St Petersburg passports
have been collected from the hotel
guests to be vised by the police.
My own name, written in Russian
at my request is
	Ilkobre Mannewgster. — 
During the afternoon we visited
the Kremlin, particularly the
"Cannon of the Kremlin" — great
numbers of guns and cannon ball
captured from the French; also
the great bell, broken by a fall:
the New Imperial Palace and
the Terem Palace. We were con-
ducted through the palaces by
appointed officers and were given
opportunity of visiting every 
important part. The splendor
 of the buildings and their decora-
tions is almost beyond
description. I have before
visited royal and imperial
abodes, but no one I think 
surpasses that of the Czar.
In the evening I visited the
"Arc de triomphe." and the plains
on which occurred the terrible
fatalities on the occasion of the
recent coronation.

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	    — July 28 — 
During the morning Dr. White
and I visited:- 1. The Church of
St. Basil; more specifically "Cathe-
dral de la Protection de la Vierge, 
dite Vasilli,  Blagenny"; commonly
called "Pine Apple Church" from
the bulbous cupolas. An ancient
structure, constructed 1555 by order
of Ivan the Terrible. Current tradition,
that the monarch was delighted
with the church when completed,
and he asked the architect if he could
devise a structure even more beauti-
ful; being answered in the affirmative
he declared "You shall never do so,"
and ordered the man's eyes to be put
out. Narrow passages: every
nook and corner ornately decorated.
Entirely over ornamented.
2. "Cathedral du Sanvern" (Church
of our Savior." This is the most
beautiful church in Moscow, and
indeed one of the most imposing
architectural triumphs of its kind
in the world. It is said to have
cost 15 million roubles; there are
magnificent floors, and ceilings:
walls of the finest granite and
marble; paintings by masters.
(See guide-book and pictures
for details."

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At 3 p.m. the members of Congress
Geologique assembled at the Uni-
versity, and thence we went in
a body on a short excursion.
We inspected the Kremlin under
the leadership of S. Kikitin one of
the officials of the Congress: then
took boat, and sailed down the
Mockva to Mount Worvbivny — a
small hill of some geological
interest though but slightly
characteristic. A superb view
of the city was obtained from
the hill.    At 9.30 p.m., a
reunion of the members was held
at Hotel Continental: here we
received our tickets for berths in
the special train for the Urals.
		— July 29 — 
Busily engaged preparing for
the long journey. We have been
told to supply ourselves with rugs,
boots, pillows, waterproofs, etc.
Today, Judge Ives, Dr White, and I
visited the Palace of Michael
Ronmanoff- an old building
restored after partial destruction;
old windows of mica plates: ancient
beds: furniture, toys, cooking utensils
etc. Then we visited the zoolog-
ical gardens: – good, but not ex-
tensive. To these places, as to many

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others, we were admitted by showing
our badges, without special tickets,
or fees. Gratuities are expected
however on every side.
	     — July 30 —
Spent part of day visiting
places of interest. We are schedul-
ed to leave Moscow for the Urals
tonight. My impression of the
Russian people as I have met
them in the cities is a favorable
one; they are courteous, hard-working,
and seemingly sincere. There must
be generic differences between the
lower classes in cities and in the
interior country districts if half the
newspaper reports of Russian in-
tolerance and lack of civilization
be founded on fact. I shall hope
to test this question for myself.
My disappointment at receiving
no letter here from home is great.
The last word to hand was received
in London dated June 26.
At 8.30 p.m. we were at the station.
A special train composed of first
and second class sleeping coaches,
and baggage cars was in readiness.
Pres. Karpinski, Secretary Tocherny-
chen and other officers of the
Congress were at the station: our
Director for the first stage of the

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journey is S. Nikitin. At the first
stopping place (10.15 p.m.) there
was an interesting scramble 
for eatables, and "drinkables", – the
latter particularly. We are to be
supplied with meals, cost for which
has been included in the fee
charged, but the arrangement does
not go into effect until tomorrow.
At the station restaurants, as
at other supply places, those in
charge appear to trust, almost
implicitly the customers. One helps
himself, or receives what he calls
for, and then tells what he has
had, and learns the cost.
	      — July 31 —
Charming early morning ride.
Very flat region: apparently but
moderately productive: peasants
in the fields working at 4.30 o'clock:
men mostly bearded: bareheaded:
women in the fields: boots or rag
leggings with rush slippers very
generally worn. Customary early
morning "bite" was served on train,
consisting of Taw (pronounced Tchai), –
a very weak tea, with slices of
lemon: also weak coffee, and rusks
covered with wasted crushed nuts.
The drinks named appear to be the
common indulgences in cities and

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country places. At 10 o'clock we
stopped at Morchansk where
breakfast (Dejenner) was served in
the station, which had been elaborate-
ly decorated for the occasion with
oak and evergreens, flags and bunting.
Special train in which we travel
attracts much attention: peasants
flock in from the fields: great crowds
greet us at every station. At the
dinner station priests and peasant
were there: there seems to be much
curiosity as to the nature of the
animals "geologues" passing through
the country. Interesting groups for
the camera.
		— Aug. 1 —	Sunday.
The program of travel and work
provides for no observance of the
Sabbath. Reached Batpakn (Batraki)
at 8 a.m. Here the train remains
at rest for 20 hours. Steamboat ride
down the Volga to Kachpom: then 
return to the train for "breakfast" at
3 p.m: meal served in the cars: (there
are freight cars specially arranged
with tables and chairs). Evening visit
by steamboat to point 6 miles up the
Volga where carboniferous exposures
occur. Excellent fossils (Ammonites,
Belmnites etc) at Kachpom: and
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the carboniferous outcrop. I am sur-
prised at the volume of the Volga
so far from the Caspian. Very large
steamers, all burning oil; enormous
barges floating with current, or
being towed up by tugs; rafts of
timber, 300 to 400 ft. long descending:
on these good sized houses are built,
poles are erected and clothes-lines
strung; sometimes seats with roofs
after the fashion of summer houses.
Passed 14 large boats filled with people
evidently on pleasure excursion; 100 to
200 in each boat; Red is the favorite
color of shirts for the men and
dresses for women; blue also common;
boat loads of people suggest
a huge banquet. Crowds on shore
like red patches; peasants in fields
like animated poppies. These boats
were propelled by oars, aided by a 
single square sail to each.
As to our party:– we number at
present about 150: many applicants
were refused place among the excur-
sionists because permission had been
given to so many; doubtless many
worthy people were kept away, while
many who have been enrolled and
are here show no interest and if
possible less skill, in geology.
Some who were enrolled failed to reach

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Moscow in time to come with us. I 
am quartered in a first-class com-
partment with Herr von Reinach
from Frankfurt on Main. Some com-
partments are crowded, each with
four inmates, using upper and lower
berths. We appreciate the comfort
of more room. There are many more
Americans than Englishmen; Germans
and French are here in good numbers.
Considerable fruit is raised here: at
Kachpum we saw excellent apples, 
cherries, plums etc. also melons, etc.
			— Aug. 2 —
Reached Camapa (Samara) at 6.30
a.m. train remained until 10 p.m.
Took boat to Hills of Jeguili, and 
Mountain of Tsar, 12 or more miles up 
the Volga. Here we had excellent
carboniferous and Permian exposures.
Boat ride on Volga afforded much
evidence of extensive traffic. Rafts
and wood laden barges descending
and barges in tow ascending; latter
laden with merchandise from Astra-
kan for Nijni Novgorod. Common
sight, – five huge barges towed by
a single little tug. We halted
on the up-journey at a little
summer resort evidently owned by
wealthy people; here we examined
Permian formations, and were treated

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to genuine Kumys – fermented mare's
milk highly carbonated. The taste
for it is evidently a cultivated one.
The ride on droskchi from train to
boat and return was exciting. There
were about 80 droskchis in service, and
the drivers raced at a reckless rate
over streets paved (?) with enormous pebbles,
and in most wretchedly neglected condition.
Evening reception in station to Nikitin
our conductor. Heat is very oppressive:
29° R in cars; and 30° R observed in
town. Instructions in circulars sent out
by Committee mentioned necessity of
taking warm clothes for Ural trip:
many understood this to mean that only
warm clothes would be of good service
and in this region of great heat they
suffer much.
		— Aug. 3 —
Morning halt at Chafranowa;
good exposures of "Zechstein." Interesting
groups of Tartars – peasants and
stone cutters at station and in
quarries. Good view of topography
of the Steppes. Along the road
we pass many villages, composed 
almost wholly of thatched wooden
houses; however poor or neglected
the town as a whole may ap-
pear, the church is always
an imposing structure. School

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houses are not conspicuous. Today
we have at every station a motley
assemblage of Russians, Tartars
and Basques. Poorer classes wear
sheepskin caps, white or black or
frequently no hats at all. Children
generally appear in loose frock (for
girls) and trouserettes and shirt (for
boys.) Some of the men wear a coat
fitting tightly about the upper
part, and spreading as a skirt
below. Reached Oufa at 3 p.m,
St. Petersburg time, 4.45 by local time.
Were met by 80 or more droskchis:
these are of usual type, or of a
boat-like pattern made of wickerwork.
A few two horse droskchis were there:
in these the extra horse is attached
by thils alongside, the shafts, and
is driven by a single outside rein;
the shaft horse usually trots, the
outer one gallops. Usual reckless
driving. Dr. White, my companion
in a two horse basket work car-
riage undertook by gesture to
compliment the driver on his horses,
and the animals were worthy of a
compliment: the droskchiman,
mistook this for a request to drive
ahead and he urged the steeds into
a fast gallop, over rough roads,
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would invoke the intervention of the
police. Here Secretary Tschernijche[--]
becomes the Director of the party:
Mr Nikitin is to resume charge
at a later stage; We were
taken to Cemetery hill, from which
an excellent view of the river, Oufa,
and the valley was obtained. Then
followed visit and reception at
Museum. Collection is small, and
heterogeneous; good mammoth teeth
in sockets. Here champagne
was served. <※> On returning to station
a bath in the Oufa was arranged:
then followed tea in a grove near
by. The whole town was decorated:
flags and streamers on every side:
a large arch spanning the road
was covered with tri-colored streamers.
The station was illuminated at
night. In the cemetery I note
very large mounds; the inscriptions
are in Persian or Turkish characters.
The town is built almost wholly
of wood; generally the houses are of
logs, sometimes of sawn lumber.
Some are decorated with good wood
carvings. Here as in larger towns
and in the cities the fire tower is
conspicuous: watchmen are ever on
duty. No water system; fire carts —
barrels on wheels convey water.
[The following is written sideways in left margin]
※ Speech of welcome by Museum Director:
and responses Prof. Hall spoke in English
in reply: Dr Frazier translated into German.

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Police and soldiers are almost omni-
present. We see that foreigners are
not common visitors here; and that
it would be difficult if at all possible
for a traveller to make his way
without special auspices through
these interior parts. The people
are uniformly courteous; they impress
one as being by nature sad and wor-
ried; they seem to groan under a 
burden of incessant toil. I have never
heard singing except at places of
amusement: and in such places,
the Russian singing while very attract-
ive is seemingly sad. I should note
an exception: yesterday while we were
descending the Volga on our return
to Samara, at the request of some,
a number of Russians sang a few
native songs; the music produced
on me the usual impression as noted
above. 
	    — Aug. 4 —
Program for this day included railroad
ride to station Acha: there the company
separated, one division proceeding
afoot, another by rail to station
Miniar. To my great regret I was
compelled to remain on the train,
being very seriously indisposed,
through an attack of dysentery. A
number of the party are similarly

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affected, and we attribute the illness
to the drinking of impure water.
At the table, water is supplied at
dinner only: it is claimed that the
water is boiled before being placed
on the table, and contrary to advice
I have drunk of it.  I do not
like to use tea and coffee, both of
which are supplied freely, or of
beer and wine, which most of the
company order at meals.  I have used
Seltzer (Seltz) water frequently, but
this, I have reason to believe is
prepared from impure water.  Today
I have had leisure to examine, some-
what more attentively than usual,
the types of humanity to be seen
in the villages and at the stations
through which we pass.  One recog-
nises both Malay and Mongolian
features.  People are generally poor;
many variations in dress: rush slippers
are in common use: these are worn
by peasants and poor people generally:
they are bound by thongs about ankle
with cloth, generally rags under the
strings.  Tonight we find ourselves
among the spurs of the Urals.  Heat
continues to be oppressive: in the
cars this afternoon, temperature
has ranged from 27° to 29.5° R.  Very

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		— Aug. 5 —
Train moved on to Simskia arriving
at 6.26 a.m. by St. Petersburg, or
railway time; and 8.15 local time.
Short morning excursion to Devonian
outcrops rich in fossils. Then partly
by carriages of many kinds, partly
by improvised flat cars with seats, on a
narrow guage horse railway constructed
we are told especially for our use,
the party proceeded to Simsk. We
were received at the residence of the
chief official of the Iron Mfg. Co.
here established. Extensive prepara-
tions for our visit had been made,
and we were entertained on a
scale of lavish liberality. After a
bath in the Lac du Simsk, and a 
lunch in the grove, the party visited
Lower Carboniferous exposures, and the
somewhat famous Artinsk beds. In the
former we had good examples of vertical
tilting, curved strata and murschu[--]
(See pictures and field notes.) Now as
to our entertainment; - for the day was
practically devoted to such. We were
the guests of the great Iron Co. par-
ticularly of the Director, Mr Balachen
(Valachof) and his chief representative
Mining Engineer Umoff. Ladies and
gentlemen of culture and refinement,
generally versed in German and

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French were there to receive and entertain
us.  The badge of the Congress - crossed
hammers - was displayed in various
devices.  A very large grove adjourning
the house was richly decorated with
flags, streamers, mottoes in Russian
and French, Chinese lanterns etc.
A large roofed pavilion had been
erected as a dining hall.  Flags of
many nations were displayed: the
Americans were gratified to see the
Stars and Stripes conspicuously
placed: three of these flags were
floating in front of the pavilion;
Open the front and read in large
letters "Congress Geologique Inlet
national".  Excellent lunch was
served soon after our arrival, and
in the afternoon a dinner.  The
latter was preceded, or perhaps was
commenced by the Sakuska, which
is the equivalent of the Sweedish
Smörgasbord: Fermented, vinous, and
spirituous liquors, literally flowed as
freely as does water at ordinary
feast.  I noted native and imported
beer, white and red wines, Madeira
and sherry, and champagne, Eau de
vie, cognac, and vodka.  A choice
dish was a huge sterlyot fish,
probably 6 or more feet long: it was
cooked whole, and was carried in

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on a treucher by three men.  This
fish oceans abundantly in the Volga;
it is highly esteemed in Russia, and
the first of the kind caught during
any season is sent to the table of
the Czar. There was an appearance
of barbaric splendor, about this
day's dinner, reminding one of
the feudal entertainments. Speeches
were made in many languages, –
Russian, French, German, Spanish,
English, Japanese, Chilian etc. In
the evening the pavilion and
grounds were illuminated: there
were singing, music by band, danc-
ing etc. Party then returned to cars.
Between the Station and Sunsk both
ways, we were attended by armed guards
though for what reason I could not
perceive: lamp bearers accompanied
us at night, and workmen with
crow bars and other tools ran alongside
the tram cars to render assistance
if necessary. Crowds of people gathered
on the streets of Sunsk and about
the pavilion during dinner. No circus
could attract more attention than does
this geological party. Probably an
international gathering has never
been seen in these parts before: in-
deed there are people here who have
never before seen a foreigner. The

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smelting works at Simsk are very
small. The Siemens-Martin process
is used, and a good quality of charcoal
iron is produced. Streets of Simsk
are narrow; houses mostly built of
logs: sheep and goats lie basking
on the streets: generally poor ap-
pearance, but the church lifts its
spire and dome with an air of
palatial grandeur.
		— Aug. 6 —
Welcome rain storm, serving to abate
the excessive heat. Twenty of the
party are reported down with dysentery:
some are so ill as to be confined in
the hospital car. Morning run
to Yakhia: from this place a walking
excursion was taken, the excursionists
rejoining the train at Oust-Kataw.
I was able to take the walk. Inter-
esting exposures of Carboniferous [--]
pos[---] strata; some good features
of which are shown in the recent
cuttings made for the Siberian
railroad on which we are travelling.
Afternoon excursion to other exposure.
Rain the whole day with short
intermissions; but this is a welcome
change from the heat. At Oust-
Kataw <we> were again received and entertained
"in state." Sheds had been erected near
the station: these were decorated with

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leaves, branches, flowers, flags, mottoes,
etc. Tables were spread with many
eatables, and the usual liberal sup-
plies of beer, wines and liquors: also <Kwass.>
Sakuska preceded theach meal.
Menu "cards were distributed facetunely
written with lists of fossils found
in neighborhood. A side table was
laden with dishes of fossils from 
the Carboniferous limestone, and of
these we were invited "to partake;"
Floors of the dining sheds were covered
with thick carpet of fresh grass
from the meadows. Interesting dishes
served:– baked dough rolls, containing
fish; young pigs cooked whole; and
as observed on other occasions, fish
soup – containing great slices of fish:
pearl barly cooked with butter and
hard boiled–eggs; sausage rolls etc.
Usual crowds of people; "best" dress
with these poor people seems to con-
sist essentially in a brilliant dis-
play of colors. Better classes dress
in style of western fashions. Excessive
courtesy is shown by lower classes; my
hat brim is broken through repeated
liftings in recognition of bows and
other marks of obeisance. This feature
approaches the limits of servility; the
old-time conditions of serfdom have
left their mark. I note less of this

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servile action among the ol younger
generation; the people seem to be
outgrowing it.
	I took part today in the performance
of a disagreeable duty. Among the Amer-
icans in the party is a woman
from Buffalo N.Y., She was probably 
enrolled through a very early applica-
tion, before the committee had become
strict in their tests of eligibility; she 
seems entirely devoid of ability or
interest in matters geological and
has exhibited such a "forward" if not
indeed loose disposition, and so strong
a liking for tobacco and liquor
as to make herself an object of
ridicule. At the Simsk entertain-
ment yesterday she was intoxicated.
We have long felt that the reputation
of the Americans would suffer by
her actions: and yesterday Dr. Harvey,
Prof. Merrill, and myself induced some
ladies of our party to lead her from
the grounds. This morning we three
informed her that her course of action
must be changed. The matter has
become a serious one; the officers
of the expedition are greatly con-
cerned, and the Americans with the
reputation of their nation to sustain
are alarmed.

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		—Aug. 7—
Train moved on to Wiasowaja, arriv-
ing at 7.30 a.m. Foot excursion to
Palezoic exposures. At 1 p.m. most
of party started for Bakal Iron
Mines. The day is one to be remem-
bered. We were provided by <with> droski
carriages of many kinds: evidently
the region had been put under
tribute for the occasion, and many
of the vehicles had evidently been
hastily put in comparative order for
the day. The name "trika" was ap-
plied to some, though I was unable
to learn of any specific difference
between "trika" and droschki. Typical
style of trika: — a brickboard frame
with thin ash poles connecting
the wheel gears: poles served as a
sort of spring for the body of the
coach resting on them; this "body"
was a kind of cradle-like affair,
barely wide enough for two at the
rear, and narrowing forward: board
across front narrow end served as
driver's seat; pile of grass or hay
was usually the only seat provided
for the two occupants: mats of leather
in the best carriages, and of brick bark
in the less pretentious covered the
body. As usual two or three horses
were attached to each: one shaft-
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horse pulling without traces; the
side horse or horses provided with
rope traces, and managed by a
single outer rein (usually a
hempen rope). Wherever possible
on the poor roads, the animals
were driven at a gallop. Very bad
weather, rain and wind; deep mud:
very cold; mud flying as flakes in
a heavy snow storm. Passed through
two mountain villages;– log huts:
very poor streets; dirty and ill-
kept; sheep, goats, and pigs, run-
ning loose; last named – a rough
species, with prominent ridge
of bristles on back, evidently but
slightly removed from the wild boar.
Good view of Ural scenery afforded
by the journey: – low hills, wooded
to top: rich verdure, – several
kinds of grasses including red-top
and timothy growing wild: ap-
parently l an excellent region
for grazing, yet but few animals
were seen; absence of rugged
mountain scenery.
Small village at the mines.
A large canvas-covered structure
open at sides had been erected
and decorated for our reception, but
the inclemency of weather prevented
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at the Lower Mines and others, in-
cluding myself at the less com-
modious offices of the Upper 
Mines. Dinner served in offices, with
usual liquid accompaniments, and
preceded by "Sakuska." Party were
distributed for the night in many 
houses, floors of which had been
cleared of furniture, and covered with
hay for the occasion. As instructed,
each had brought blanket and
pillow. During the night, we 
had a good opportunity of collecting
entomological specimens, – roaches,
small beetles, house flies, and bugs
covered the walls of room in which 
I slept, and fleas abounded.
		— Aug. 8 —		Sunday.
Sabbath observance entirely omitted.
We were called up at 4.30 a.m. "Chai,"
bread and cakes were supplied: we
then walked to the Lower Mines:
exasperating delay followed: at
10 o'clock we were driven to distant
mine workings, from which we pro-
ceded by foot, up hill and down
through long wet grass, most of 
time in heavy rain. Very interesting
formations. Fine quartzite ridges, deeply
notched by weathering; Iron ore is
limonite after siderite; some
hand specimens show crystalline

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sidente in matrix of dolomitic
limestone, altering to oxid forms.
After lunch (breakfast as here
termed, served at 12 o'clock) we started
in carriages of yesterday on the
return; not by same route however.
Drove to Satka: here examined
charcoal — iron furnaces: and a
good exposure of Devonian (?) lime-
stone with diorite contacts.
Enormous crowds of people at Satka,
but for assistance of police we
could hardly have threaded the
streets. Here we changed horses,
and in most cases carriages
also; with fresh teams we were
driven at maddening pace over
the worst of roads to Sonleia,
where the train awaited us. Today's
ride was even more exciting than
that of yesterday. Reached our tem-
porary home, the train, at night-
fall, cold, wet, and so completely covered
with mud as to be scarcely recognisable.
At night, most of the English—
speaking members of the party gathered
in a sort of indignation assembly.
On two occasions, small self-constituted
committees have undertaken to "do the
grand thing" for the party by making
expenditures, and then have called
on the main body for reimbursement.

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Today, two members who are perhaps
the wealthiest of the party, presented
100 roubles as "trink-geld" to the 
servants of the Mining Co. by whom
we were entertained, and then sent
collectors to gather one rouble from
each participant in the excursion
to the mines. Knowing nothing of
this general "tip," many did as I did –
gave fees to the servants individually.
The American spirit revolts against
"taxation without representation," and
not a little trouble was caused. Steps
were taken to form a committee of
representatives from different nations,
to prevent a recurrence of the cir-
cumstance. The amount asked, or I
think it is proper to say demanded,
is insignificant, but the principle
involved is great.
		— Aug. 9 —
Moved on to Slatonst. At 5.45 a.m.
a short walking trip was taken from
an intermediate station (Berdia<o>nsk)
At 10 we started on day excursion from
Slatonst, visiting hills, here called
mountains, in neighborhood: charming
views of mountain villages and small
lakes; return by outcrops of Devonian
metamorphic deposits, – schists 
rich in open garnets. Some of
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the forests were literally covered with
garnets, weathered from the schists:
yet some of the unobservant trod them
under foot, knowing not their nature
until such was pointed out.
I note very primitive farming 
oppe operations. At the museum
in Oufa farm machinery is dis-
played, but in the rural districts
I have not seen a reaping, mow-
ing, - or other labor saving machine
in use; straight-handled sythe with
small blade is the common tool
in meadows; a primitive cradle-
attachment is used in cutting grains.
At many places along the railroad
we have seen trains of people on
their way to Siberia; they go, we
are told, as voluntary settlers,
a bonus of land etc, being promised
by the Czar. The people seem to
be of the lowest classes: they are
conveyed in common freight cars,
housed like cattle. At some of the
stations, where these emigrant trains
have halted, the platforms have
been covered by the poor travelers,
sleeping with insufficient covering,
often indeed with no covering at all.
Much railway traffic in oil convey-
ance: many of the locomotives and
most of steam-boats burn oil.

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At many places in interior of Russia
I have observed peculiar cross surmount-
ing the shrines; there are three
cross pieces, the middle piece [the cross described is drawn]
longer than the others, and
the lowest always at a slanting
angle; I have not learned the
significance: though as far as seen
the irregularly placed beam points up-
ward toward the east.
In the early evening I joined a
small party in a visit to the
town of Slatoust, or Zlatoust, which
is situated two miles or more from
the station. Visited the Arsenal, where,
in addition to the display of
weapons and accoutrements usually
found in such places, one sees many
samples of fine and ornamental
casting in iron. Most of the houses
are of wood, usually of logs. Very few
houses open directly on the street.
Glass in the windows is often
iridescent; - possibly from an oily
film or from corrosion.
		— August 10 —
Arrangements for the day provided
for a division of the party, one
section to visit certain mines (iron
ore with other minerals), the other
to scale Mount Taganai. Day
opened with heavy rains: a few

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left for the mines, but at the time 
set for the start of the other section 
for the Grand Taganai the weather 
was so inclement that a change 
in the program was necessary. 
Later in the day we started, in 
spite of bad weather. First came 
an hours drive in a heterogeneous 
assembly of carriages, then a 
climb. But for the many streams 
of huge quartzite boulders which 
we had to cross, the path would 
have been uniformly good: in com-
parison with our mountain climb-
ing at home, this day's climb 
was a mere pleasure walk. We 
gained the summit of one of the 
prominent peaks on the Grand 
Taganai ridge. The Taganai is 
one of the high ridges of the Urals
system, it is not a part of the 
specific Ural chain however. The 
mountain is in reality but a fair 
hill. Verdure is rank even at the 
summit, except of course the bare 
rock ridge. From the summit we 
had an excellent view of the Siberian 
plains, - my first glance at Asia. 
We stood upon a wall, looking over 
two continents. Returnd to train 
during early evening.
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		—Aug.11—
At 5.30 a.m. returned over our former
course to Station Coussinskaja. About
100 of the company took this ex-
cursion; we travelled by the "Speise
Zug", the passentger train remain-
ing at Slatoust (or Zlatoust). At
Koussinskaja (or Coussinskaja — both
spellings are given) we took
carriages and drove to quarries
and mining prospects in the
neighborhood. Returned to train for
lunch; then by carriages to Koussa,
where we examined Paleozoic
outcrops, — limestone and shales
called Lower Devonian and showing
contorted layers. Visited iron works,
and "saw" the town. Little work is
done by the villagers while the
foreigners are in town. Our walk
through Koussa was apparently
regarded by the villagers as a sort
of circus parade. Here as in Slatoust
we could purchase interesting castings
and ornamental work in iron. Returned
to Coussinskaja, thence by Speise-Zug
to Slatoust; reached our living train
at 11.30 p.m.	Cold wet day; rain has
followed us since we left the plains;
on several occasions out-door temper-
ature has fallen to 5°R.
[The following is written sideways in left margin]
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		— Aug. 12 —
President Karpinsky, head of the
current Congress reached Slatoust
and joined the party this morning.
Train left Slatoust at 7.30 a.m.; 
proceeded to Onyimska. Walking
excursion to Mount Alexandrovskaia
Sapka – a quartzite hill, prominent
by reason of its rocky barrenness
contrasting with the surrounding
wooded slopes. On the railway track
we saw an obelisk marking the
line of division between two continents:
here one may stand with one foot
in Europe, the other in Asia. During
the afternoon our train moved forward
to Miass, – the first station in Asia.
Very rapid descent from Slat[-]rist.
We are now among the eastern
foot-hills of the Urals; great dif-
ference in temperature; 20° R ob-
served this afternoon. At Miass
Station we took carriages and
drove to the Gold Placers; examined 
auriferous material, and method
of extraction; process is simple
and primitive; A "sweep up" was
ordered for our benefit, and the con-
centrates were subjected to amalgama-
tion, and the amalgams was distilled.
We were then driven to the town of
Miass, where a grand banquet was

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Aug. 12.
given in our honor. Meal was
served in a public hall; it was
preceded by Sakuska: and was accom-
panied by liberal supply of liquors.
Returned to train at night. Miass
is prettily situated; several brick
houses; mostly log houses however:
handsome church: cemetery situated
in thick grove.
		—Aug. 13—
Early dip in Lac du Ilineine. Morning
and afternoon excursions to mines
and quarries furnishing feldspars,
granites, syenites, Miassite, flureite,
zincon sodalite, Amazon stone, il-
menite etc. Beautiful scenery, Urals
to the west of use, low wooded hills leading
up to them; lake and forest and plain.
Were Siberia everywhere and always like
this, the place as a place were not
to be dreaded. In our geological ram-
bles, the mineralogical side of the 
subject is now receiving more attention.
Hitherto attention has been given almost
exclusively to the paleontological side:
indeed I have thought that most of the
geologists regarded rocks as of value
for the fossils they contain, only, instead
of regarding the fossil as of use mainly
for determining the origin and nature
of the rock. Wherever we go we find
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roadside such a monument of reverence
has been erected.
I have ascertained that the name
"trika" applied to carriage and team,
has reference to the number of horses:
three horses constitute the trika team;
these run abreast, the side horses gal-
loping while the shaft horse trots.
A common form of vehicle is a four-
wheel with seats running lengthwise
between the axles, accommodating four
persons who ride back to back facing
sideways, — a sort of four wheel
jaunting car, but much more comfort-
able than the Irish [---]h.
Here as in the Urals I note very large
ant-hills:— three to four and a half feet
high, four feet diameter at base.
In the early evening train moved on
to Tcheliabinsk: reception at the
station by the authorities of the town
and of the Siberian province. After
dinner four of us drove to the town:
we noticed a wooden structure
circular, comical roof, illuminated:
we joined the crowd and having
entered we found ourselves in a cir-
cus enclosure. The performance
was not Russian greatly to
our disappointment: a troop
of Kaffirs gave exhibition of desert
war tactics; this is the selfsame
[The following is written sideways in left margin]
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troop which I saw in Berlin three
years ago; another of our party had
seen them in London. Audience was
composed of well-dressed and well
behaved people; music was poor, and
the structure, decorations and furniture
very primitive.
		— Aug. 14 —
Morning drive to mines of Won-
liarlarski; we travelled by the
famed Siberian road. Visited gold
quartz mine, inspected the under-
ground workings, and the extracting
plant. A lunch was given by the
officials of the mines. Returned to
train. Visited markets etc. in 
Tcheliabinsk. Prominent structure is
combined barracks and stockaded
fort in which prisoners are confined
temporarily while in their march to
the convict sections of Siberia. Day's 
journey afforded good illustration of
great plains of Siberia, – the be-
ginning of the Steppes. This
region is devoted largely to wheat
raising; the crops however are
small; soil appears to be good,
but subsoil is gravelly and sandy;
wheat is short: heads small, pick-
able yield 10 - 15 bushels per acre.
Tcheliabinsk marks the eastern
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am farther from home than ever
I have been before; there are
11 1/2 hours difference in sun time
between Salt Lake City and this
place, and 12 1/2 hours between
San Francisco where Wife and the
greater part of our family are
now and this point. The earth
is between my loved ones and my-
self; in point of actual distance
I look now to the east, rather
than over the route traversed,
as the nearest way to the treas-
ures of my heart. During the 
evening we moved on to Kychtym.
		—Aug 15—	Sunday.
During morning party drove
to foot of Mount Sougomak, then
ascended afoot. From summit
a magnificent view of Siberian
plains and lakes is afforded.
Mountain is mass of tough ser-
pentine. Lunch was served on
the flanks of the mountain
by the authorities of the met-
allurgical works at Kychtym.
Return drive during afternoon,
with stop at a beautiful private
estate which boasts of gardens,
parks, greenhouses etc. In the 
evening a grand banquet was
given us by the Mining & Smelting Co.

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— Aug. 15 —
The dinner was served at a pal-
atial private residence, and in
a style that would do honor to
a great city. I freely confess
that I am tiring of these great
"feeds"; there is little of the in-
tellectual feast about them, and
they appear to be in favor mostly
with those of our party who are
fond of wine and liquors. Neverthe-
less the intent of our entertainers
is of the best.
[The following is written in left margin next to above paragraph]
A medal specially cast in iron
was presented to each guest.
[Resume original text layout]
	— Aug. 16 —
Morning start for Ekat<h>erinebourg:
arrived at 3 p.m. local time; grand
reception at the station, the local
officials appearing in full dress
to meet us. Printed programs and
invitations were distributed to us.
At 5 p.m. we were conducted through
the Museum,— a good institution,
evidently alive and growing. At
6.30 p.m., we paid a visit to the
imperial stone cutting establish-
ment, where an exhibition of rough
and cut ornamental stones and gems
was in progress: here are offered
rock crystals, tourmalines, nep[---],
jaspers, onyx, sard, garnet, emerald,
malachite, alabaster, etc. etc. At
8 p.m. we were taken to the Club
House, where an elaborate banquet

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was served as the comliments of 
the local Ural Society of Natural
Science. Profuse decorations, fine
music by band and orchestra, ex-
cellent menu, stately attendance
gave an aristocratic air to the
proceeding. Full dress was the
order among the entertainers: the
guests however appeared in their
travelling or field clothes; here-
tofore our hosts have avoided the
dress suit, probably out of respect
for our condition, as we can scarcely
be expected to have the regalia
of society entertainments with us
on such a journey. I left long
before the party disbanded, but not
before many had reached a state
of maudlin conviviality. 
		— Aug. 17 —
Party divided into sections for
separate excursions. I joined the
section scheduled to visit the vil-
lage of Palkina. We traversed
Lake Werkh-Irsetzky on small
steamer: embarkation and landing
stage were decorated with evergreens
and flags, as also was the boat. 
Heavy rains prevented much work.
Visited hills from which l many
archeological relics have been
taken, copper-bronze, stone and

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pottery. Lunch was given by a wealthy
land owner of the place; and the
drinking was kept up through out
the homeward voyage, with bad ef-
fect. Reached train at 5.30 p.m.
Russian colors so profusely used in the
decorations in our honor is are a simple com-
bination:— three strips, one each of
white, blue, and red, in the order
named, ranging downward:- [A flag is drawn with three sections: the tope is labeled "White", the middle is labeled "Blue", and the bottom is labeled "Red."]
Essential articles of food are
very cheap in these parts;
flour is sold at 40 to 50 kopecks per
po[-]d (36 pounds.): meat even cheaper.
I spoke with a prominent gold mine
proprietor, and was told by him that
his men are boarded at the mines
for from 2 to 4 roubles per month: and
that they are supplied with all the
bread and fresh meat they desire.
		—Aug 18—
Moved on to Tagil. Afternoon was
spent in a visit to Mount Wys-
sokaia,- a great deposit of iron
oxids - hematite, magnetite and mar-
tite. Night banquet was given by
the mine owners in the theatre. At
the dinner the English speaking people
declined to have one of their number
speak, owing to an apparent slight
shown them in the arrangement of the
program, and also to discrimination

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against them in the selection of those 
who are to visit the platinum mines
tomorrow. There is no doubt that the 
Germans are trying to "run" affairs
in their  way. The Americans 
suffer from the fact that many of 
their number are in no sense geologists: 
nor are they delegates with authority: 
they are evidently tourists who want 
to boast of having traversed the Urals 
and <who> have secured admission through 
the leniency of the officials in charge 
of the excursions. Indeed the Director 
(Tchemychew) has expressed regret 
that there is so much "rubbish" 
in the American party. 
Most of the mines of this region 
are owned in whole or in part by 
the Demidoff family. A tradition
 here current is to the effect that 
the first Demidoff to acquire fame 
was a country blacksmith. Peter the 
Great passing with his retinue once 
stopped at the smithy to have his 
horse shod. Picking up a horse shoe 
the Herculean monarch twisted or 
broke it with his hands; he did the 
same with another, and then told the 
smith that his horse shoes were of 
little worth. Peter then threw a rouble
in coin to the man as recompense for 
the injured shoes: the smith who was

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a man of great strength easily bent
the rouble double, and said "Sire, it
appears that your roubles are no
better than my horse-shoes." The czar
was pleased with the retort, and on
learning that the man reduced his
own iron from the ore, agreed to give
him large tracts of iron-bearing
land on condition that the man
should develop the mines, and pay
a certain tribute to the crown. Other
mines – of gold, platinum etc, have been
worked in the property, and the Demidoffs
(Demider) are now of great wealth and
high station. 			A most pleasing
surprise befel me today. A bundle of
eleven letters, forwarded from St. Peters-
burg was placed in my hands; among
them are three from home, the latest
of date July 19. All were well at that
writing; Paul with his grandparents:
Wife, Sterling and Elsie in California.
		— Aug. 19 —
Party divided: I was included in the
division visiting the Platinum mines.
We travelled by vehicles of varied kinds:
40 kilometers to Platina. Examined
platniferous gravels, and the works from
which the precious metal is derived.
— olivine rock (peridotite) in contact
with diorite etc: and serpentine.
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treatment from the first washing
to the final separation of the
grains. We were informed that
£70000 wirth are <is> separated per year,
of which sum £20000 profit is
derived. Grand dinner at the mines:
night drive back: we reached train
at 2 a.m. Our journey carried us
across the line into Europe: in fact
some of us crossed and recrossed the
dividing line: some of us are able
to boast of having visited Asia
many times.
		— Aug. 20 —
Train moved on to Barantcha; early
morning reception at station: officials,
brass band, and great crowds of people.
Program included visits to formations
in neighborhood: grand lunch: then
train ride to Konchava and other
foot excursions. Acting under ad-
vise I remained in train most of
the day, as I am suffering from a 
horse kick received last evening, and
am unable to walk freely. Inconvenience
will be but temporary; I am thankful
for the protection which saved me from
what might have been a very serious
accident. After dinner a torch-light
procession with songs and speeches
greeted Secretary Tchermychen who returned
to St. Petersburg by the late train.

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		— Aug. 21 —
Morning start. At 8.30 a.m. we crossed
the line and found ourselves once more
in Europe. Many snap photographs were
take at the monument marking the
line. Quick descent on the European
side. We took breakfast (dejennyr) in
Chersovskia at 4.15 p.m. From this
point a short excursion by boat was
taken to Permian exposures in neigh-
borhood. During the night the rail-
road journey was resumed.
		— Aug. 22 —		Sunday
At 6 a.m. we stopped at Perm: here
we left the train and took passage
on the river steamer "Ekatherineburg"
for Nijni Novgorod, via Kazan. Our 
journey from St. Petersburg to this point
has been by train with many side ex-
cursions. In general I must express
much appreciation of the careful
and efficient way in which arrange-
ments for our journey have been
made and carried out. However,
some of our company profess to have
found much cause for complaint.
The great irregularity in meals has
been a source of inconvenience and
of injury to health. Americans
are not accustomed to a glass of
"Chai" and a slice of bread in the
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six or eight hours before a substan-
tial meal is served, and perhaps
a long and arduous journey in
the meantime. Thus far however
the journey hither has been an easy
one; I had expected some hardship
on a geological trip to the Urals.
	A delay of several hours gave
us opportunity of visiting places
of interest in Perm. I spent some
time in the Musee, and on the
streets, and made a hasty inspec-
tion of Permian outcrops in the
neighborhood. From this locality
the Permian takes its name. The
street market scene was a busy one:
the scene animated in the extreme.
Along the wharf are many stalls
and booths, with stores of fruit,
vegetables, white and black bread,
smoked fish, dried meats, sausage,
loaves stuffed with fish or meat,
bottles of kvass, konmiss etc. Peddlers
go around with tray-loads of trinkets
on their heads, or hung in strings
around their necks: women with
baskets, trays, or bundles, two apiece
hung from the ends of a shoulder
bow similar to those used by the
water carriers. Birch-bark fir-
kins are offered for sale in great
variety of sizes and styles of ornamenta<tion>.

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At noon the boat started: our
course lies down the Kama to the
junction of that stream with the
Volga, then up the latter to Nijni.
Boat is well equipped: indeed I 
have seldom taken passage on a
cleaner or more commodious paddle
steamer. My room mates are Judge
Ives, and Dr. Harvey. Very pleasant
afternoon ride: river runs through
red Permian beds: generally well
wooded: many pretty villages and
well arranged small farms on
banks. Many barges ascending
the river towed by tug steamer, or 
frequently by men, six or eight in
a team. A small party of us
left the boat in the early evening
for a visit to Permian exposures:
we were taken on a flat-boat, and
were towed up stream by eight men
and boys. Returned to steamer at 
dark.
		— Aug 23 —
Annoying stop at 10 am. caused by
a broken paddle wheel. Short
stop at Tikhia Gory, and excursion 
to Upper Permian exposures.
		— Aug. 24 —
At 6 a.m. we passed through the
mouth of the Kama, and entered
the Volga. Stopped at Bogorodskoie

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a short distance above junction: visit
to Middle Permian; exposure of
formation as river cliffs. At the 
confluence, the Kama is much
the larger stream; the heavy craft
here transfer their cargoes to smal-
ler vessels for the later stage of the 
journey to Nijni. Busy scene in
the boats; stevedores carrying enor-
mous loads, each man clad in a 
shirt only or perhaps a pair of
diminuitive breeches; many of the
men swarthy and bearded.
	At 12.30 pm. we reached Kazan
where we were received and entertained 
in state. Landing pier had been
richly decorated; the walk leading
to the street was carpeted with rich
rugs and carpets. The chief officials 
of the city, President of the University
and others met us, and delivered
speeches of welcome. Party went by
train cars to University, where lunch
was served after more addresses of
welcome. Then followed an inspection
of the University Museum etc; four 
hours sight-seeing in the city, 
visit to the city museum, and a 
grand evening banquet. The din-
ner was served in the Noblemen's 
Club House, and the affair had been
arranged on a princely scale.

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Marble columns of the banqueting
hall had been richly decorated:
flags of all nations were displayed,
and miniature flags ornamented
the tables: large gallery was filled
with spectators. Many speeches by
representatives of different nations.
Night ride back to boat was
animated: way lined for long dist-
ances by people: illuminations
everywhere: even the poor tried to
have some kind of a torch in
front of their humble dwellings.
The afternoon visit to the city was
full of interest. Between the outer
part of the city proper and the
river side the few houses there built
are constructed on piles 7 or 8 feet
above ground, and there are many other
signs of high water over flows in
the spring. Kazan was the cap-
ital of the old Tartar government
and is a place of great historic
interest. We visited Mosque, with
the crescent ornamenting cupola and
spire: here we were required to
remove our shoes, but not our hats,
– a curious contrast with our own
marks of reverence; the interior of
the mosque is very simple in con-
struction and decoration. Many
Mohammedans on street: the

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women are slightly if at all
veiled: most of them however have
shawls about head, or wear a long
sleeved mantle thrown over head and
allowed to fall over body: evidently
to be at times worn as a coat;
young girls with brilliant head
wrappings, and bangle ornaments
on forehead.	Visited bazaars in
the Mohammedan and Turkish quar-
ters; richly ornamented slippers, shoes,
and boots, many of them broidered
in gold; some of the loots are richly
ornamented at the heel, otherwise
plain; some have soft flexible soles
— a kind of leathern stocking;
over such are worn stiff-soled slippers.
Visited Kremlin, — and entered the
churches.		Noted large crowds
of women washing at the river
side: they carry the washed clothes,
wet and heavy on shoulder [---]s of
peculiar construction
[Picture of a bell curve with "a" written at the bottom of either side] The mosques are orna-
mented by many decorative
devices — in reality writing, the
matter consisting of selections
from the Koran.
		—Aug. 25—
This morning letters came to hand:
among them are from Wife dated
July 27, bringing good news. One of

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our party received a letter which had
been mailed in New York Aug 3 and
which had been postmarked in Mos-
cow Aug 3;– the 12 days difference between
Gregorian and Julian calendars furnish-
es an explanation. Morning stops
and short excursions at Tcheboksary,
and Kozmodemiansk. Evening stoppage
through vessel grounding on sand
bank. Volga is in bad condition for
navigation at this stage; nevertheless
the water traffic is great.
		— Aug. 26 —
Arrived at Nejni Norgowd at 9-10
a.m. Busy river slcene: small steamers,
barges, tugs, sail and row boats do
a lively business. Rowers of small
boats run their tiny craft behind
barges and attach them by cords –
like the boys in our cities who hitch
their sleds behind wagons. Company
visited Kremlin, churches etc. in
a body: then after lunch we
visited individually most of us
spending the time at the Nijni
Fair which is now nearing its
close for the season. This "Fair" is
of world wide repute; here one sees
the products of many countries,
and the space devoted to shops
and booths is apportioned to the
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Persian quarter, as also a Turkish,
a Chinese etc. Most of the business
of the fair is done on a wholesale
scale: by retail the commodities
are not very cheap. Main staples
of the wholesale trade are iron,
salt, oil, cotton, silk, furs, precious
stones, hides, etc. Many of our
party who expected to see a "fair"
in our western sense, were disap-
pointed.	Evening dinner was
served at the "Wastotcheny Bazar" —
a restaurant reputed to be the
best in Nijni. We found a small
theatre in connection with the res-
taurant; and observation showed
the place to be a favorite resort
of the demi monde. Many police
officers were present, and we were
told by the chief, of his instructions
which were to the effect, that
if any one of our party wished to
accompany one of these girls of the
town a policeman would be sent
with the couple to see that the
amorous "géologue" was not robbed
or otherwise imposed upon.
	At 11 p.m. we took train for
St. Petersburg.
		—Aug. 27—
Morning halt at Moscow: journey
was then resumed.
[The following is written sideways in left margin]
Guide-books state that the business done yearly at
the Fair is fully ₤20,000,000.

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		— Aug. 28 —
Reached St. Petersburg at 8. a.m. I 
took a room at the Hotel Victoria.
Visited Academy of Sciences, at which
headquarters of the Congress have
been established. Evening reception
tendered by the general Committee at
No 1. Demidon pereonlok, - a grand af-
fair of its kind; – conversation, much
eating, more drinking. During the
evening I met a number of American
and English geologists who have taken
some of the shorter excursions during
the time of Ural trip, or who have
come to attend the Congress without
taking the excursions. Met my friend
and some-time assistant, – Bro. Wm D.
Neal, who has obtained leave of
absence from his field of missionary
labor in Germany to attend the
current Congress; he has taken the
Finland excursion. Several inter-
national assemblies are now being
held in Russia; – the Congres de Medicin
has just closed its session, and the
Congres Statistique is now open.
		  —Aug 29—  Sunday.
This is the day of the formal
opening of the Geological Con-
gress. the fact of its being the
Sabbath has been unheeded, or
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selection of this date. Opening cere-
monies began at 2 p.m. in the hall
of the Academy of Sciences. Represen-
tatives of royalty officiated. The
presiding officer was the honorary
president, announced on the pro-
gram and bulletin as "Son Altesse
Imperiale, Monseigneur le Grand
Duc Constantin Constantinovitch."
After his address came one from
"Son Altesse Imperiale, Madame la
Princess Eugenie Maximilianova
d' Oldenburg"; she is announced
as President of the Imperial Min-
eralogical Society. During the
delivery of these addresses, the
audience remained standing; ad-
dresses from other officers were
received by the audience sitting.
The Czar has given the Congress
many evidences of his approving
favor. Yesterday a delegation
consisting of one from each
nationality was received at the
Peterhof by the Czar and the
Czarina. Prof. Hall, the venerable
American geologist was properly
chosen as the representative of 
our country.
		— Aug. 30 —
Sessions of the Congress 10.<30> am and
3 p.m. Little was done aside from

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the formal presentation of papers:
and if the readings and announce-
ments had been in English few of
us would have understood the pro-
ceedings in full. The specialists
interested in any particular paper
gathered in as that subject came
in the program; and generally there
was a typical moving audience.
I was present at part of each
session. During the day I visited
the Winter Palace and the Hermitage
Museum, and spent a very short
time at the Academy of Fine Arts.
The Palace is a marvel of mag-
nificence: the Musee is a grand
collection of paintings and sculptures,
antiquities and armor, with a wealth 
of carved and polished malachite,
jasper, amethyst, crystal, marble,
porphyry etc.
Letter from Wife brings good tidings
that on the 9" all were well.
	    — Aug. 31 —
Program for the day included a
visit to Peterhof, – the summer
residence of the Czar. Left St. Peters-
burg at 11 a.m. some (among them
myself) by boat, others by train
At Peterhof we were received by
the officials, and were conveyed
in carriages to the palace.

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A number of carriages, adorned
with the imperial crest, in charge
of drivers wearing the Czar's livery,
including grotesque cocked hats,
worn slantwise; were at our dis-
posal, and beside these there
were numerous droschkis, and side
seat affairs, each vehicle drawn
by four horses running abreast.
The palace and grounds are fash-
ioned after Versailles. The fountains
usually allowed to act during the
evening only, were kept in play
during our visit. We inspected
the gorgeously ornamented apart-
ments, and lunched in the imperial
dining hall. The meal was an
expanded Sakuska, and was partaken
of by the guests standing. After
lunch we visited the stone cutting 
works, where the columns, urns,
vases, slabs, etc. used in decorating
the imperial and state buildings
are prepared. Work was in progress
on jasper, serpentine, marble,
rock crystal, porphyry etc.
Then followed short visits to
Marly and Monplasir. I confess
that I have had enough of
palaces, and state banquets.
Returned to St. Petersburg by
early evening.

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		—Sept. 1—
Morning and afternoon sessions
of the Congress.  I was present
during part of each session
Visited also Academy of Fine Arts,
and the University.		 Presented a
box of Utah specimens to the
Comite' Geologigne with the
compliments of the Deseret Museum.
There are, according to program
two day's regular session of the
Congress yet to be held: but some
minor excursions and pleasure
parties are to be interjected.  My
time is very limited, and after care-
ful consideration I have concluded
that greater advantage will be
found for me in devoting a few
days to travel in Southern Russia
than in remaining longer here.
Secretary Tschemyschew with whom
I have spoken on the subject
approves my plan.  Judge Ives
of Crookston Minn. who has been
my travelling mate during part
of the Ural journey desire's to leave
for the south also.  We left St.
Petersburg by evening train.
		  — Sept. 2 —
Reached Moscow at 9.10 a.m.  In the
transfer to another station we
met a file of soldiers, escorting

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a line of prisoners. A sad spectacle
indeed:– not fewer than a hundred
in durance, young men and old, and
many children and women; most were
walking, a few however rode on the
score of wagons following the file
and laden for the most with bundles
and other baggage. Many of the men
were chained below the knees. We were
told in response to enquiry that
the prisoners were convicts sentenced
to transportation. Took the noon
train for Southern Russia. Region
traversed during afternoon is very
dry; present season is one of dronth:
many women working in fields: wind
mills seen in great numbers
		— Sept. 3— 
Reached Kharkoo (Harkoo) at 9:30
am. a halt of 4 hours gave us
opportunity of visiting city:– museums,
university, bazaars etc. At 12:30 resumed
journey south. An International
Sleeping Car Co. operates sleeping
cars on this road: the ordinary
first class carriage, to which our
passes entitle us, were satisfactory
to us however. Here as elsewhere
in Russia I note the clock work
paper and pencil attachment to the
telegraphic receivers in all offices
Great grain region. Very hot.

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		— Sept. 4 —
Early morning passage by
within sight of the Putrid Sea, and Sea
of Azor. Reached Sebastopol (here
called Sevastopol) at 8.35. Took
rooms at Hotel Wetzel. Visited War
Museum, containing portraits and scenes
as also cannon, mortars, and hand
weapons, commemorative of the
great siege of 1854-55. Crossed the Bay
by boat and visited Inkerman, – the 
site of the famous battle. Caverns
hewn in rocks for sharpshooters and
artillery are still seen: also ruins
of the fortifications on Inkerman
heights. There is a church hewn in
the solid rock. Visited cemeteries also.
At some distance is field known as
Balaklava – the scene of the Light
Brigade's famous charge.
The Crimea is a dry region: very
fertile near the few water causes,
otherwise almost barren. Fruit
trees and vines flourish. General
aspect is suggestive of the desert
regions in southern Utah. Primitive
farming operations; lumbering wagons
with heavy wooden wheels, without
tires: drawn by oxen; poorly constructed
yokes for the animals. Men wear
big baggy pantaloons.
Additional items regarding the

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Russian cuisine:– Soups in great 
variety, most of them to be eaten
with knife, fork, and spoon; even the
watery soups contain in each plate a 
large slice of meat, or a big cut of
fish, or even a joint of a bird. Most
peculiar soup is the Russian, or Bal-
vinia:– a dish of this served to me
at today's dinner consisted of highly
curried Kvas, with an accompanying
platter containing a slice of boiled fish
and finely cut pickles, horse radish,
onions, cucumbers, dill, smoked and
spiced raw fish; floating in the
kvas was a large lump of ice. Fol-
lowing instructions as to the proper
mode of treatment, and after the exam-
ple of those who knew, I emptied the
platter on my plate, then ladled out
the ice cold kvas. It was palatable and
good. At breakfast, turbot from
the Sea of Azov was served:– boiled, and
accompanied by butter dressing containing
minced hard boiled eggs, potatoes, raw
carrots (each piece cut to resemble a
flower, lobsters tail in a miniature
basket cut from a lemon, and a
number of cray fish or very small
lobsters, the whole sprinkled with
chopped dill. This dill seems to be
an indispensable condiment here.
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	— Sept. 5 —		Sunday.
Visits to public gardens, boulevards,
and other places of interest. Many
bath houses on shore of bay. Men
and women both but a short distance 
apart, though separate dressing
houses are provided. Spectators look
on unconcernedly. No false modesty is
encouraged. 	    Sebastopol is a beau-
tiful city: having been rebuilt after
almost total destruction in 1854-55,
it presents an aspect of freshness and
newness. Streets are well paved. Side-
walk paving – of cement, with small
pebbles (size of hazel nut and smaller)
worked into the upper surface; forming
an artificial conglomerate.    Good
carriage, or droschkis, – generally of
basket work, with covering roof, in
plan of landau. "Baie Meridinale" –
an arm of the Bay of Sebastopol,
runs rapidly to an end; though large
ships can make their way almost
to the end. Five Russian men-of-
war lie at anchor within sight
from my window. Cemeteris are generally
well kept. In one lie 40000 Russian
dead, who fell during the Crimean
war. At 4 p.m. we took boat for
Odessa. Pleasant evening journey
across Black Sea. Deck on portion
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was crowded with motley groups, men,
women & children lying about on
improvised pallets, or on bare deck.
		— Sept. 6 —
Heavy winds and high sea during
early morning. Reached Odessa
at 8 am: went to office of McCor-
mick Reaping Machine Co. to the of-
ficials of which Judge Ive's bears a
letter of introduction from the chief
office in America. Were kindly re-
ceived by the agent-in-chief, Mr Tracey,
and by his assistants. Mr Tracey has
lived in Russia several years, and has
traversed the empire; from him and
from Dr. Heenan the American Con-
sul, who has lived here for 12 years
we learned much of Russian Instruc-
tions and customs. Passport regulations
are very strict. Ordinarily three days
are required for the formalities of
passport rise for departure: a
story commonly current here is to
this effect: a man came without a 
passport: was told by the police
that he must leave the country
within twelve hours: this he agreed
to do, but was at once informed that
a pass to cross the frontier could
not be secured in less than 3
days; Conundrum: how did the man
get out, or what else did he do?

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Liberty of speech and press entirely 
denied. Press censors inspect everything
submitted for print. Mr. Tracey states
that only visiting cards, with nothing
but name and address can be
printed without the censor's vise. Even
the company's advertisements and letter
heads have first to be approved, or
no printer will undertake the work.
Permits must be secured and licenses
issued for use of mimeographs or
other copying devices, and type-
writers, because by means of such
placards could be provided and
distributed without official sanction.
Power of church is mighty: masses of
people are extremely ignorant: schools
are neglected: if famine occurs, or
disease breaks out, priests tell them 
it is because they have paid too
little to the church, and the people
will give even their last kopeck. Very
poor sanitary arrangements even in
large cities and in small towns great
squallor and filth prevail. Religion 
is purely ceremonial; even the 
priests are in many cases unedu-
cated: people comply with ceremonial
requirements, and think little of
personal impurity and sin. Mr. Tracey
states that 80% of the peasant
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wives. Better conditions exist in
upper circles. Intrigues, political and
other, are common. Church has little
power among better classes. Mission-
aries are not allowed to labor or
proselyte in Russia. People however
are open hearted, kind and hospit-
able. In Caucasus region the Cos-
sacks are still plying their trade
as marauders; policy of government is
to enlist them as soldiers, to keep them
contented in times of peace, and to
give them free rein in pillage 
and robbery in times of war. The
Cossacks only among Russian subjects
are exempt from taxation. Taxes
are heavy; business men are taxed on
their stock, their store houses, their
offices, their employees, skilled and
common, each separately. Import
duties very high. Present year is one
of crop failure in many parts, and
partial famine is feared. In times of
scarcity the people grind up bark
of trees with their grain. 
	We applied to the American
Consul here resident, Dr. Thos. E. Heenan
for assistance in getting the re-
quired vise to our passports, so 
as to enable us to leave the
country without delay; he courteously
made a personal application to the

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Sept. 6.				  18
Russian governor and secured for
us the endorsement desired, without
fee or delay. With Mr. Tracey, and
his assistant Mr Rogers we visited
the "Toll Chuck" or Jewish market:–
a collection of tumble-down sheds,
where one may find something of
everything, sometimes new, more gener-
ally second hand. Common belief is that
stolen articles make up the bulk
of the stock in trade. In "Shoe Alley"
"Old Clothes Row" etc; one finds trash of
the kind suggested by the name
with much of a different kind. The
stock-in-trade of one vendor consisted
of a patched pair of shoes, a bundle
of rusty nails, a pair of gilded cuff-
buttons, an old watch chain, some
slices of ill-looking watermelon
and a heap of rusty pins. 
Dr Heenan the Consul proves to
be a Minnesota man, as is Judge
Ives: the two were delighted with
the opportunity of talking over
old times, so we were invited to dine
at the Consulate. Spent a very
enjoyable evening. In answer to
my questions Dr Heenan stated: –
that in Russia capital punish-
ment is inflicted for political of-
fenses only; other convicts, even
murderers are simply transported,

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usually to Siberia for life: he had been
informed by the governor, that he
(the governor) hardly dared to enter
the prison, where a number of con-
victs who are awaiting transportation
are confined, as the prisoners offer
insults and violence; one had spat 
in the governor's face, another had
seized and had tried to strike him; and
yet the governor declares himself without
authority to punish such offenders,
as they have already received the
severest sentence allowed by law. The 
convicts are said to dread above all
other prisons that at Odessa, which
is the only prison in Russia conducted
on the so-called "American plan" –
the separate cell plan.
	The consul speaks of the primitive
and wretched methods of farming
here practiced; the people have not
learned the effect of rotating crops
and of giving the land  occasional
rest. The government has established
so called "Farming-schools," such as those
at Kazan, where contiguous patches
are cultivated with the same crop,
one by the old method, the other
with attention to the needs of the
land; only by such object lessons
can the people be convinced of
the value of improved methods.

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Sept. 6				18
Today I saw a number of soldiers
at a corner in the market of-
ferring for sale loaves of black
bread. these loaves I learned were
part of their rations, which they
sell; their cash pay is about 30 to
60 kopecks per month.
Immediately after dinner we were
driven in the consul's carriage to
the station where we took train
for the frontier. Dr. Heenan and
Mr Rogers were at the station to
see us off.
		—J Sept. 7 —
At 9 a.m. we reached "Volochisk,"
where a rigorous examination of
passports was made. Then we
crossed the line into Austria-Hungary:
stopping at "Pod-wlochisk" for
customs examination, then hastening
on toward Vienna. I leave Russia
with some regret that time will not
allow me to continue my observations
of the people and the country.
Ride through the valleys of
Austria revealed the rich possibility
of this land. Good farms - rich crops:
grain, buckwheat, flax etc. Rain seems 
to be abundant.
		— Sept. 8 —
Reached Vienna at 8 a.m; took room
at Hotel Royal. I have long

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desired to visit this famous city, and
finding it possible to select a
route that would lead me here I have
done so, even though I can have but
a glance. Spent a busy day in
spite of almost incessant rain.
This is a Catholic holiday and many
public institutions are closed.
Spent great part of my time in
Hof Museum, – an institution which
in scope richness and beauty sug-
gests for comparison the British
Museum only. Visited also Cathedral,
group along the Danube, and
some of the large gardens.
Left by 9 p.m. train for Paris,
leaving my friend Judge Ives
whose time is less limited than
is my own.
	  — Sept. 9 —
By the light of early dawn I
found myself among the majestic
mountains of the Tyrol. I was ill
yesterday and last night so much
so that the Judge almost in-
sisted on my remaining at Vienna,
but the sight of these mountains
cured me. They are mountains worthy
of the name: in their presence
I felt that I was nearing home.
It is long since I have seen mountains:
the Urals are mere hills.

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Sept. 9.					18
The day's ride was a charming
one: defiles and narrow valleys:
numerous tunnels — the longest
that of Arlberg, ~11 kilometres:
lakes, and meadows. Wherever
possible the mountain slopes are
cultivated, and peasants' huts are
perched like ant hills on the
heights. Oxen are very generally
used for draught: they are har-
nessed like horses. Hay making
was in progress: the hay is
heaped on stakes which are [a drawing of stakes]
set in rows through the meadows,
and in subdued light the piles
look like a procession of hooded
and cloaked monks.
A stop of two hours at Zurich
and a still longer halt at Basel
gave me an opportunity of seeing
a little of these Swiss cities.
Crossed the frontier into France
about midnight.
	— Sept 10 —
Reached Paris at 7 a.m. took
room at Hotel St. Petersburg.
I expected to find letters here,
but was disappointed. Spent most
of day in rest, of which indeed
I felt in sore need. Visited a
few places of interest during
the afternoon.

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	— Sept. 11 —
The expected letters came to
hand; – one from home dated Aug.
24, brings good news. Wife and
children had returned in safety
from California. A communica-
tion from the Church office in
Liverpool informs me that the
earliest passage procurable
on west-bound steamer is for
the 18" inst. and that there is doubt
of my securing that unless im-
mediate action be taken. I applied
at once at shipping agency,
telegraphed order to London and
deposited money to secure a 
berth, on S.S. "City of Paris" sail-
ing from South hampton on Sat-
urday next. Took night train
for London.
	—Sept 12 — 		Sunday.
  Rather rough channel passage;
reached London at 8 a.m. Took room
at my old lodgings – house of
Mrs Mikkish, 17 Huntley St. W.C.
Attended morning service at City
Temple. In evening I attended 
our meeting at 36 Penton St.,
& by request addressed the Saints.
Had pleasant and profitable
visit with the missionary elders
and resident saints.

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18
	 — Sept. 12 and 13 —
Busy with correspondence and
matters of business. Visited the
"Victorian Era Exhibition" at Earl's
Court; – a demonstration of pro-
gress during the Queen's long
reign.
	    — Sept. 14 —
Day spent visiting places of
interest.
	     — Sept. 15 —
Visited Mr. Arthur Reynolds, the
brother of Elder George Reynolds.
	      — Sept. 16 —
Spent part of day at geological
and other museums. In the evening
Elder Shorten and I visited by invitation
Mr and Sister Jennings of the London
branch; we took supper with
them. Mr Jennings is not a mem-
ber of the church but he regards
the work with favor. In the
evening the regular weekly
meeting of the Saints was 
held: by request of the presiding
officials I occupied part of the
time in speaking.
	    — Sept. 17 —
Busy preparing for departure.
During the evening Bro. Shorten
and I visited family of Bro. Jm. W.
Young.

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	—Sept. 18—
Left London by 9 a.m. train
for Southampton, where I took
passage on S. S. "City of Paris"
for New York. I travel as a
Second Cabin passenger the
first class passage price being
beyond my means at present.
We sailed at noon; fair weather
and encouraging conditions
generally.
	—Sept. 19—	 Sunday.
Official announcement at noon
showed 429 knots covered. The
"Paris" appears to be a good boat.
		—Sept. 20—
Day's run (since noon yesterday).
472 knots. "Squally" seas: consider-
able sickness.
	  —Sept 21—
Day's run - 478 knots. This
is my birthday: 35 years old:
ah me! I have usually been
at home on this date each
year since I have had a home
of my own. Today I celebrated
my birthday in my bunk in
close companionship with a
"storm can."
		—Sept. 22—
Twenty-four horse's run: – 459 knots.
Bad weather: much illness.

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18
	   —Sept. 23—
Knots covered:– 446 Evening
concert in the cabin.
		—Sept. 24—
491 knots completed: distant
from Sandy Hook:- 279. We hope
to land early tomorrow.
	    — Sept. 25 —
Reached Quarantine at 4 a.m.
Left ship at 8 o'clock: by 9.30
I had passed Custom's House and
was free. Left New York at 5.45
p.m. by "N.Y. Ontario and Western"
for Chicago.
		— Sept. 26 —     Sunday
Brief opportunity of examining
Niagara Falls, and Rapids during
early morning stop. Proceeded
by Wabash line, entering Canada
at Suspension Bridge, and returning
to United States at Detroit.
Train was 2 hours 30 minutes late in
Chicago, making it impossible
for me to connect with west-
bound train. Reached Palmer
House at 12:30; took a room for
the night. 
	   — Sept. 27 —
Letters from home dated Sept.
21 and 22. Good news as to the
loved ones there. My ticket home
takes me by Kansas City and

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Abstract of pocket memoranda of
expenses on trip to Russia:-
P.1. in U.S.				$88.65
" 2:- £ 5.-4-6 : =			 25.15
" 3:- £ 8.-14.-6 =			 43.15
" 4:- £ 14-3-0 =			 67.20
"  5 = 71.50 Marks = 71 M. 50 Pfennig = 17.50
"  6 = 44 Kroners = $13.20 +
	20 Finnish Marks = $400 } 17.20
"  7 = 214 Roubles, 50 Kopecks =  107.25
"  8 = 91 Roubles  =			 45.50
" 9 = 34 		"  =				 17.00
" 9 = 150 Gulden  =			  67.50
" 10 = 90 Francs   = 	   	  	  18.00 
" 10 = £13 - 13 - 0 =       		   67.60
"11 = 						   43.00
		Total Expenditure =	 $624.70

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Denver: not the most direct
route but the way I have to
follow, as the ticket-procured
through our Liverpool Church
Office admits of no variation.
Left Chicago by night (11.30)
Chicago and Alton Ry; en route
for Kansas City.
	  —Sept 28—
Continuous travel: reached Kansas
City at 7 p.m.: left immediately
for the West, via Union Pacific
Ry.
	  —Sept. 29—
This is Wife's birthday. I regret
that I am not home, to offer her 
my congratulations in person.
Journey was broken today by a
forced stop at Denver.
	    —Sept. 30—
Reached home at 4 p.m. To
my great joy I found wife and
children well. And so my
long journey ends. I am happy
and thankful for the blessings
of the journey and for those
of the return.
	     —October 1 —
Reported for work at the University
Some of my classes have been
conducted by my former assistant 
before my return.

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18
Oct. 1 
Had an interview with the First
Presidency and secured an ap-
pointment for a future meeting.
The venerable President Woodruff
is in fair health. 
            	—Oct 2—
Attended stake Priesthood Meeting
and by call of the President and
directed the meeting; I was one
among many brethren who spoke
on the occasion. 
	     —October 3—    Sunday
Monthly fast day. Attended Circle
Meeting in morning and fast
meeting during the afternoon.
By request I spoke at the morning
meeting.
	       —Oct. 4—
The semi-annual Conference of the
Church convened today.
	      —Oct. 14—
Delivered a lecture at Center
Ward under the auspices of
the Improvement Associations:
subject "Improvement."
		—Oct. 16—
Went to Lakeview by early
train and visited the folks.
Both Father and Mother have
been seriously ill of late
but both are in an improved
condition. Proceeded to Provo.

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and called on Sister Alice, whose
little son is seriously afflicted.
Returned home by night train.
	    — Oct. 17—	 Sunday
Usual meetings. Addressed the Second
Ward evening meeting by call of
the Bishop.
		— Oct. 25 —
Attended reception given by the
Young Ladie's Assn. of the Second
Ward to the elderly folks of the
Ward. By appointment I delivered
an address.
	 — Oct. 26 —
Delivered a lecture on "Improve-
ment" in 21" Ward, under auspices
of the Improvement Assne of the
Ward. 
	    — Oct. 30 —
Attended monthly meeting of 
High Priests' Quorum; and by
call of the President addressed the 
meeting.
	      — Oct. 31 —   Sunday.
Confined to the house by an attack
of my old complaint; –  Quinsy:
the first stroke for several
years.
	    — Nov. 6 —
Visited School for the Blind, Ogden,
and spent the afternoon with Albert.
He is suffering from a cold otherwise well.
Returned home by evening train.

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		—Nov. 7— Sunday
Delivered an addres at the 17" Ward,
at evening meeting. In accordance 
with a regulation recently extablished
the evening of Fast Sunday -- the First
Sabbath of the month is to be
devoted to a meeting of the
Improvement Associations in the 
various wards of the city.
		—Nov. 12—
Delivered an illustrated lecture in "Rome,"
at University. charge for admission was
made, the proceeds going to meet a 
debt incurred by the College Paper.
		—Nov 14— Sunday
Addressed the Second Ward evening
meeting by call of the Bishopric
		—Nov. 15—
Attended evening exercises commemo-
rative of the founding of the Latter
day Saints' College: and by request ad-
dressed the meeting.
		—Nov. 20—
Spent day in Farmington Cañon and
vicinity with Geology classes.
		—Nov 21— Sunday --
Went to Draper by evening train,
and delivered public lecture in Improvement
under auspice of Y. M. M. Improvement
Assn. Spent night at house
of Bro. Rawlins, a former student of
mine, now Principal of Schools at Draper

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		—Nov. 22 —
Returned to the city by morning train.
In evening went to Sandy and lectured
under auspices of the public schools;
on "Failure and Success." Returned home
after the lecture.
		— Nov. 25 —
Thanksgiving Day holiday: spent at
home.
		— Dec 3 —
Delivered lecture in Assembly Hall for
the benefit of the Kindergarten Assn; subject
"Rome" with lantern illustrations. An
admission fee was charged; proceeds wholly
going to the Kindergarten Assn.
		— Dec. 5—    Sunday
Fast-day.   Usual meetings. In even-
ing I delivered by appointment a lecture
in East Mill Creek under Improvement
Association auspices, subject: "Failure
and Success."
		— Dec. 7 — 
Delivered address at meeting called
for the reorganization of the Young
Mens' Improvement Assm. of Second Ward.
In consultation with Bishop Hardy, I
had agreed to assist by accepting the Pres-
idency of the Assn; and the Bishop had
made announcement to that effect;
but other officers in the Church rather
advised that I remain free so as to be
able to attend to my appointed work of lecturing etc.

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1897.

Dec. 10. Annual meeting of the 
Microscopical Society of Utah. I 
was elected President for the year 1898. 
Dec. 12. Sunday. Second day's meeting of 
the Stake Quarterly Conference. I was sus-
tained again in a position which I had held 
for several years, and from which I was 
relieved when called to the Presidency of the 
University in 1894, - that of a Home Mis-
sionary in the Stake. In the evening 
I went to Taylorsville and lectured under 
Mutual Improvement Assn. auspices, on 
"Success and Failure." 
Dec. 15. Delivered an illustrated lecture on 
"Russia and the Russians" in Salt Lake 
Theatre under management of the 
Theatre Company. 
Dec. 19. Sunday. Usual meetings. Attended 
morning Sabbath School: and by request 
addressed the Theology Class. At the after-
noon tabernacle s--ces I addressed the con-
gregation by call of the authorities. Apostle 
Brigham Young followed. In the evening 
Elder J. D. Spencer and I officiated as Home 
Missionaries in the Fifteenth Ward Branch. 
Dec. 25. Christmas day. During the 
morning the regular monthly meeting 
of the High Priests' Quorum was held: and 
by previous appointment I delivered an 
address on the "Birth and Life of Christ." 
Spent remainder of the day at home:
Brother Albert is with us on a visit,

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1897	Page 
.
	— December 29 —
Home Missionary meeting
at night. I attended, and
and by call of the President ad-
dressed the meeting.
	— Dec. 31 —
So ends another year; and
here I close this the ninth
volume of my Journal. I
purpose using separate
sheets in place of bound
books for my Journal
writing hereafter, the leaves
to be bound after writing.

At this the last hour of
1897 I express my gratitude
to God for the blessings
of the past, and await
the operation of His will for
the year about to dawn.
		J E Talmage
			Salt Lake City
				Utah.
[The following is written at the top of the page]
Dec. 28.
See entry for
January 3 1898.

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1898.	January 1. 
	With the beginning of a
new year I open Volume X of my
Journal. Heretofore it has been
my habit to use bound books
for journal writing, but the 
method has not proved satisfactory.
Some of the books are of poor
quality in respect to both paper
and binding; yet on each occasion
of buying a new book an effort
has been made to secure a good
kind. In using bound books I
have repeatedly found it necessary
to carry with me, while traveling
abroad, the record of a year or
more, because the book in which
the entries for that time had been
made was not full. This was
attended with danger of loss, to say
nothing of the inconvenience of

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1898.  (2)  January 1, continued.
carrying so large a volume. 
I now propose to use a portable
adjustable form of single sheet
note book, such as I have found
convenient for field notes etc. At
intervals, as they are filled, the
written sheets will be transferred
from the temporary holder to a 
properly constructed cover; and, if
deemed desirable, after a time
the leaves can be permanently
bound.————————
	At this writing, on New Year's day,
I am at home with our little
family, consisting of Wife, two
sons - Sterling and Paul, and one
little daughter, Elsie, at 333 East
Seventh South St; Salt Lake City.
All are fairly well and happy. Today
I attended the regular monthly Priest-
hood meeting of the stake.

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1898.  (
)   January 2; Sunday.
Fast day. Attended usual meetings.
According to previous appointment,
I delivered an evening lecture in
the Ninth Ward under the auspices
of the combined Mutual Improvement
Associations, on the subject, "Failures
and Success."
	 —— January 3.——
Work resumed at the University of
Utah after a vacation of two
weeks. This day brought to me
official notification of an event
which was announced through
the telegraphic despatches in the
daily press several days ago: –
viz, that on the 28th day of last
December I had been duly elected
Fellow of the Geological Society
of America. The election took place
at the winter meeting of the Society,

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1898.  (4)	January 3: (continued.)
held at Montreal, Canada. The
formalities of nomination, recom-
mendation etc.; were attended to while
I was in Russia last summer. Several
officers and prominent members of
the Society were there, and the nomina-
tion was proffered by them. I ap-
preciate the honor though it carries
with it additional responsibilities. Fel-
lowship in the Society is eagerly
sought by many: the distinction
has come to me without my special
seeking. For a time I was reluctant
to have my name presented. I was
already a Fellow of the Geological
Society, London, (F. G. S.), and a mem-
ber of other societies not specifically
geological:— Royal Microscopical
Society, London (F. R. M. S.): Royal Society 
of Edinburgh (F. R. S. E.); so that

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1898.   (5)	Jan. 3. (continued.)
    I had little inducement to care
for further honors of titled mem-
bership. And moreover, the fees and
dues attending membership in these
distinguished societies, while they
are in no case greater than the
subscription price to the respective
publications, are nevertheless consider-
able. But in the light of further
consideration, and of counsel from
those in whose judgment I have
confidence, it appeared to me desir-
able and proper to accept the
proffered membership in the
Geological Society of America.
Membership in such an organiza-
tion of my own country is likely
to be more directly beneficial to
me than is fellowship in a foreign
organization; and moreover, improper

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1898.   (
)	Jan. 3: (continued.)
and unfavorable inferences are
apt to be drawn from the fact that
I am not given fellowship in the
home Society, while I am professing
membership in the foreign body. It
might appear as a case of one
being too well known in his own
country. However, these considerations
are now of the past: I have con-
sented to the nomination, and the
"F. G. S. A." has been duly awarded.
	——January 7.——
My town in the current public
lecture course at the University
came tonight. I spoke on the
topic "Lake Bonneville; the story
of the Great Salt Lake;" stereop-
ticon views were used to illus-
trate the lecture. Large and
attentive audience.

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1898.   7 	January 9.	Sunday.
Usual meetings. In the evening
I went to Sandy, and lectured
under Improvement Association aus-
pices; subject  "Liberty and Toleration."
After the meeting I was taken by
carriage to Murray, where I took
train, returning directly home.
	   —January 15.—
Morning lecture before the Teacher's
Association of Salt Lake County;
on the subject "Some physical
features of Europe".
	   —January 16,—	Sunday.
At the Tabernacle services this
afternoon, Dr. J. H. Reiner of New
York City addressed the congregation.
This gentleman called upon me a few
days ago, and asked for an opportunity 
to converse with me on the principles
of the Latter-day Saint faith. In the

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1898. (8)——January 16:  (cont.)
early part of our conversation I
found him to be a keen critic,
a sharp controversialist, and a strong
reasoner. He is a Catholic, and
plainly declares that in the
world today there are but two
churches claiming to possess
the essential characteristics of the
church of Christ,- our church and
the Church of Rome. He has had
conversations with Elders B. H. Roberts,
and C. W. Penrose on matters of church
doctrine. I took him to meet the
First Presidency, and in accordance
with an invitation given by Prest.
Woodruff on the occasion of the
visit the Doctor addressed the Taber-
nacle congregation today. His sermon
was unobjectionable, and on the
whole praiseworthy. He was followed
by Elder Penrose, after whom President

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1898. (
)	   January 16: (cont.)
Woodruff spoke for a short time.
Dr. Reiner desired to meet Elder Roberts
because the latter is the author of
a work entitled "Outlines of Eccles-
iastical History" which sets forth 
views to which the Doctor objects.
The discussions between the gentlemen
were interesting and instructive.
		—January 23—Sunday.
Delivered a night lecture in the
Tabernacle, subject "Sights and
Scenes in Russia". illustrated with
stereopticon views. A very large
attendance was present. A small
admission fee was charged, the
proceeds in full going to the
Mutual Improvement League.
This is the first time that lantern
views have been projected in
that immense building, and I

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1898. (10)  January 23. (cont.)
regarded the undertaking as an
experiment; in general it was 
successful. As to the propriety
of giving secular lectures on the 
Sabbath, in a house of worship,
for money, <a question> has been raised by the
proposition which culminated
in tonight's meeting. Personally
I have expressed my disapproval
of any "pay" entertainments on
Sunday; and for some time I
declined to accept the invitation
for tonight. Then, being informed
that the church officials had
approved the plan I waived
my objection. Later it appeared
that the First Presidency in
consenting to the use of the Taber-
nacle for the lecture, had not
considered the Sunday night as
the time: and yesterday morning

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(
)  January 23: (cont.)
I was officially informed of the
brethrens' objection. The Improve-
ment Assn. officers pleaded that the
order be <not> countermanded in view of
the lateness of the action by the
First Presidency, and as a result
final consent for the carrying
out of the program was given,
with the proviso that the oc-
casion should not be held as
an authoritative precedent for the
future.
		January 25.
Evening lecture in the Eighth Ward,
City, under the auspices of the com-
bined Mutual Improvement Assns.
The subject was "Liberty and License."
		January 30. – Sunday.
Sunday lecture this evening at
Mill Creek under management of
Mutual Improvement Associations.
Subject:– "Liberty and Toleration."

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1898.  (12)	February 5.
According to previous appoint-
ment I went by morning train to
Logan. During the afternoon I
delivered a lecture in the Temple,
under the auspices of the Temple
Association; subject "Scientific
Methods and Motives." The address
was well received, though I had
expected some criticism of the
choice of topic. It has become
quite the fashion among some
of our preachers, – the little-great
men amongst us, to denounce science
and all its teachings; and this
has been carried so far that
many of our young people be-
lieve that science has no place
in the religious soul, and that sci-
entific teachings are contrary
to the precepts of the doctrines
of Christ. The leaders of our

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Feb. 5- (cont.)
our <(13)> people are not so careless:
they may as they do at times
point out the dangers of mans'
philosophical systems, and such
caution is good; but the lay
speakers are apt to indulge
in the common pastime of
uninformed prejudice – denun –
ciation. 	    After the meeting
I visited the Agricultural Col-
lege. In the evening I lectured
under the auspices of the
Philomathic Society of the Brig-
ham Young College; subject:–
"Silent Forces in geological
work," with optical lantern il-
lustrations. The meeting was held
in the lower hall of the Stake
Tabernacle. During my stay in
Logan I was located at the Hanks
Hotel. 	 ———

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1898. (14)	February 6 – Sunday.
	Attended First Ward Sunday School.
This is one of the most orderly Sun-
day Schools which I have ever 
visited among our people. By 
request I addressed the School.
Interesting testimony exercises in-
cident to Fast Day were held.
During the early afternoon I visited
the buildings of the Brigham
Young College. Returned home by
evening train.
		— Feb. 8 —
Attended Young Mens Mutual Improve-
ment Assn. in our own ward, <Second Ward> and
by request addressed the gathering.
		— Feb. 13 —	 Sunday.
Elder A. J. Seare and I officiated
as Home Missionaries in the
First Ward at this evening's
meeting.

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1898. (15) ——Feb. 18——
	Attended public exercises incident
to the opening of the City Free
Library; and by request I was one
of the speakers.
		   Feb. 20		Sunday.
  Attended funeral services of Sister
Jensen mother of our next-door
neighbor, Sister Peterson. By request
of the family I was one of the
speakers.    Went by evening train
to Springville according to previous
appointment, and delivered a lecture
in the Tabernacle under the
auspices of the public schools of
the city. My subject was "Success
in Life." Was hospitably enter-
tained at the house of Bro. and Sis.
Packard.
		    Feb. 21.
Returned to Salt Lake City by early
train.

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1898.		(
)
	February 25.	By previous
agreement went by morning
train to Manti to attend joint
institute of the school officers from
Sanpete and Sevier counties. The first
session opened at 2.15 p.m. According
to program I took part in the
exercises by delivering a lecture,
subject:– "Scientific methods for the
teacher." In the evening I was
taken by carriage to Ephraim,
and there lectured under the aus-
pices of the Sanpete Stake Academy
subject "Failures and Success." Spent 
the night at the Ephraim Hotel.
		Feb. 26.
Returned to Manti: attended morning
session of the Institute: delivered
a lecture on "Travels in Russia."
Returned home by afternoon train.
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1898   (
)    March 2.
  Attended funeral services of
James T. Little, a prominent
citizen of Salt Lake City, and accord-
ing to previous agreement I
delivered the funeral sermon.
In the evening, lectured under the
auspices of the Latter-day Saints'
College: subject:– "Small duties
in life."
		March 4.
Went to Coalville, Summit Co; by
morning train, via Ogden. I have
been sometime under appointment
to lecture in Coalville tomorrow
night, and I made the journey
today so as to have opportunity
of studying the geological
features of the neighborhood. I was
met at the station by Principal
Henry Peterson of the Stake Academy
and by Prest. W. W. Cluff. Was installed

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1898: 
 March 4. (cont.)
   in Prest. Cluff's hospitable
home for entertainment during
my stay in Coalville. Attended
the Stake Priesthood Meeting, and
by request addressed the brethren.
Assisted the Stake Presidency in
ordaining and setting apart brethren
to special offices, and officiated
in ordaining Elder John Wickle
a High Priest, and in setting him
apart as Second Counsellor to the
Bishop of Echo Ward. In the after-
noon, in company with Prest. Cluff,
Bishop Wright, and several others
I visited the Wasatch Coal Mine,
and neighboring formations. Went
underground, and examined the
coal deposits. This coal field is
part of the great Green River
Coral Basin: and is very extensive.
(See Field Notes)

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1898. (19)  March 5. 	Sunday.
Fast-day. Spent early part of the
morning in long walk over the
hills. Attended sabbath-school, and
by request addressed the theological
class as also the school in general.
Against my protest the regular exer-
cises of the school were suspended
to give me more time. Attended the
afternoon fast meeting, and again
the services were changed, and the
time <was> given to me. I could not see
the propriety of such interruptions
and I seriously objected; but the
suspension was ordered by the Bishop
of the Ward, and the President of
the Stake. After the meeting, I as-
sisted in administering to the sick.
Then in the evening I delivered a
lecture under the auspice's of the
Stake Academy; on the subject
"Failure and Success," in Stake tabernacle

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1898. 
	March 6.
Early morning ride in company with 
Bishop Wright to the bluffs south-
west of town; then with Bro. Allen
to the Hopkins coal mine. Received
many favors from each of the breth-
ren named in connection with my
visit, as also from Bros. Beard,
Eldredge, Branch, and others. The
Bishop drove me to Echo, where I
took the west-bound train, and 
returned home.
	— March 11. —
Delivered an afternoon address to
the Critic Teachers of the State
Normal School: subject "The new
in education." In the evening
presided at the regular monthly 
meeting of the Microscopical Society
of Utah; and took part on the
program by delivering an address on
"Some fossil corals."

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1898   (21)   —March 12.—
     Spent the day with the geology
classes in the field. Went to Murray
by car, thence by wagon and riding
horses to Little Cottonwood Cañon;
returning by way of Big Cottonwood
Cañon, where we visited the great
power house, at which electricity
is generated for the city, from the
canon water current.
	 ——March 13.——Sunday.
Morning and afternoon meetings
of stake conference. Went to Pleasant
Grove by evening train; delivered
a lecture under the auspices of
the Young Ladies' Improvement Asso-
ciation, subject "Failures and Successes."
I was surprised to find that an
admission charge had been made,
the purpose being to raise funds
for the Association library. The
Bishop and local authorities generally

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Mar. 13 – (cont.)  (
)		1898.
justify their course in charging
for admission to a church house
on the Sabbath by referring to
the example set at "head quarters"
(see entry for Jan. 23, 1898.) Was entertained
for the night at the Mayhew House.
	   ——March. 14.——
Returned to Salt Lake City by morning
train. On the way I had the pleasure
of a conversation with Prest. George Q.
Cannon. I urged the propriety of
the authorities of the church giving
careful, and perhaps official consid-
eration to the scientific questions
on which there is at least a strong
appearance of antagonism with
religious creeds. He acquiesced in
the suggestion, and suggested that
I bring the matter before the First
Presidency.

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Sunday  (
)	——March 15.——1898.
     During the afternoon I attended
funeral services of Phyllis Done,
infant daughter of my friend
and colaborer, Bro. Willard Done.
Officiated as one of the speakers
on the occasion. Elders John
Nicholson and B. H. Roberts pre-
ceded me, and Bishop L. G. Hardy
followed me in addressing the
assembly. In the af evening
I lectured by appointment in
Cannon Ward, under Improvement
Association auspices, subject:–
"True Success." This evening
also Wife Maia was out on a 
lecture appointment. She spoke
in the 21st Ward, City, on the 
subject "Longfellow and his
works." She is one of the corps
of lecturers operating under Mutual
Improvement Assn. auspices here.

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March 16.     (24)			1898.
	Attended an evening entertain-
ment at the residence of Bro. and
Sis. W. B. Dongall under the auspices
of the general officers of the Young
Men's and Young Ladie's Improvement
Association I was there by invitation
as the honored husband of one of
the general officials. Prest. George
Q. Cannon in an informal way spoke
of the work before the young
women of our people, and stated that
in his opinion the women would
soon take a prominent part in our
foreign missionary labor. He cited
several instances of great good
already accomplished by our sisters
who have gone abroad, and predicted
that our girls would be called to
go into the field before long. He
thought that in this way some
kind of solution would be found to
the problem so often discussed.
"What shall we do with our
girls?".

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March 18.  (25)			 1898.
     Bro. Reuben Clark and I went by
evening Utah Central train to Park
City, in accordance with appointment
for me to lecture there under the
auspices of our church organiza-
tion there. Met at station by Elder
T. L. Allen of Coalville who presides
in the branch. Delivered a lecture
entitled "Russia and her people," using
stereopticon illustrations. Bro. Clark
manipulated the instrument. Very
large attendance. We were entertained
for the night at the residence of
Brother Lowe.
March 19.   Early visit to the
Anchor Concentrator. Then by re-
quest presented last evening I
attended the morning session of
the Summit County Teachers' In-
stitute, and delivered a lecture on
"The New in Education."

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March 19. (continued)   (
)	 1898.
	Then by kindness of Bro. Allen
we were taken by sleigh to the
Silver King mine, and after dinner
we were conducted through the mine.
Spent most of the time examining
the workings on the 900 foot level.
An enquiry of mine based on an exam-
ination of the map of the mining
district, called forth the information,
vouched for by Bro. Allen on the
authority of David Keith a prominent
mine owner of the region, that already
6500 mining claims have been patented
within this district, and that of these
only about six can fairly be classed
as dividend payers. Surely the
mining occupation as generally
followed is a lottery; and in it we
are prone to note the successes
while we ignore the failures.
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March 19 (con) (
)	     1898.
  sleigh for Heber City, in charge of
Bro. John Lambert who had come for
us. In Heber City we were taken
to the home of Prest. Abram Hatch
where we are to be entertained during
our stay. Sister Hatch is aunt to
Bro. Reuben Clark.
March 20. 			  Sunday.
Attending morning Sunday School:
by request Bro. Clark and I each ad-
dressed the School. Then, by invitation
I attended the President's Prayer Circle,
and there at made a short address.
At the afternoon Stake meeting
held in the tabernacle, Bro Clark
and I occupied the stand in turn.
In the evening came the special
meeting for which we have come
here, – a lecture on "Russia and her
people," with stereopticon accom-
paniments. The lecture was given

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Mar. 20. (con.)  (
)	1898.
in aid of the Sunday School, an
admission fee being charged. A very
large attendance gave substantial
and to the School.
Mar. 21.   In spite of a very heavy
fall of snow and a severe storm
still in progress Pres. Hatch, in
accordance with a promise kindly given
before we left home, drove us to Midway.
Here we were joined by Bishop John
Watkins, and together we visited a
number of the hot springs for which
the region is famous. These are
lime depositing springs, commonly
known as the Hot Pots. I have
visited them before. Returned to
Heber City, and in the afternoon started
by sleigh for Park City. The heavy
snow and the extreme cold made the
journey long and trying. I suffered
severely. We were in charge of Bro. Smithers,

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Mar. 21 	(
)			   1898.
  who had we were told the best team
in the town, of which he was extremely
careful and justifiably proud. I have
traveled before with "best teams," and as
in this case would have preferred a
good, rather than the best. Our good
driver was so thoughtful for his
horses that he seldom allowed them
to go off the walk, and had them
rest at very short intervals as if
they were drawing a load of ore.
Reached Park City, with hardly time to
"thaw out" before the evening meeting
which had been appointed in view of
our return here. From the "best team
in the town" may we be in future
preserved. Gratified to meet Elder Allen
and Pres. Cluff from Coalville, both of
whom had remained over after yesterday's
conference held here, so as to attend
tonight's meeting. I had expected to meet

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Mar. 21. (con.)  (
)	       1898.
the Improvement Associations, but
learned that a general meeting of
Latter-day Saints and others had been an-
nounced, and that I was expected to
lecture. Spoke on "Religious liberty
and toleration." We were entertained
as before at Bro. Lowe's.
March 22. 	Left by 7.30 a.m. train,
and reached Salt Lake City in time
for classes at the University.
Mar. 25. Attended and addressed
afternoon session of General The-
ological Meeting at the Business
School of the Latter-day Saints' Col-
lege.
March 26. Went to Brigham
City by morning train; and during
the afternoon delivered a lecture
before the Box Elder County Teacher's
Convention; subject "Scientific Methods
and motives for the Teacher." Was <entertained.>

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March 26. (cont.)  (
) 	    1898
until evening by Bro. F. W. Fish-
burn, County Superintendent of Schools:
then I was taken to the home of
Bro. Oleen Stohl, Stake President of
the Young Men's Improvement Asso-
ciation. During the evening I
attended, in company with Bro. & Sister
Stohl, a <dramatic> performance by a local
company, given for the benefit of
Bro. D. P. Burt who is soon to depart
on a mission abroad.
March 27.			Sunday.
With Bro. Stohl I attended Sunday
School in the Third Ward. By request
I delivered a short address. At the
afternoon tabernacle service I was
the speaker, by call of the President
of the Stake. During the evening
I lectured to an immense audience
in the tabernacle, subject:– "Sights
and Scenes in Russia". Bro. Reuben Clark

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Mar. 27. (cont.)  (
)	1898.
who came from the City this
morning manipulated the stereop-
ticon. <Lecture was given under the auspices> of the improvement Association.
March 28. Returned to Salt Lake
City by early train.
April 1. Left by morning train, and
went to Richfield. Was met by Bro.
Jacob Magleby, Supt. of Schools for
Sevier County, who drove me to Monroe.
Entertained at the house of Bishop
Orson Magleby. Honored by an afternoon
serenade by the brass band. Evening
lecture under the auspices of the
Sevier County Teachers' Institute,
subject, "Success and Failure."
April 2. Morning session of the
Institute. By appointment I lectured
on the topic "Geological Fragments."
and as my remarks had reference to
the structure of the neighborhood
formations, I suggested a visit to the

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April 2: (cont.)  (
)		1898.
canyon. Within twenty minutes after
the close of the meeting, twelve teams
with wagons, buggies etc; and as
many spare riding horses were
in readiness, and away we went. The
entire party reached a point just
beyond the "Narrows," or more properly
the "Gate of Monroe." This gave us a
good view of the propylite through
which the "gate" has been cut, and
the Monroe Amphitheatre, which has
been described as a "huge bowl full
of mountains." Examined also the
tuff near the Canyon mouth. I
gave a descriptive talk to the party
at the Gate. It was here that a
former student of mine, Bro. Ras-
mussen met his death through a
fall from the upper cliffs in 1888.
Returned to town, and went at once
to the afternoon session of the Institute.

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April 2: (cont.)  (
)	1898.
My part on the afternoon program
was a lecture on "School Cabinets;"
and in addition to this I gave by
request an address to parents on
school duties in general. After the
meeting, the teachers and I adjourned
from the Ward House in which the
sessions have been held, to the
school house, where I gave with
blackboard help an outline of classi-
fication for school collections; and
demonstrated simple tests for common
rocks. Then followed several hurried
visits, among others, one to the home
of Bro. Jacob Magleby, to see a fine
six months old son, who has been
named partly in my honor I am
told. Rulon Talmage Magleby. A
hasty visit to the hot springs
gave me an opportunity of another
determination of the temperature

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April 2 – (cont.)  (
)	  1898.
of the issuing water. By this time
night had fallen, and we had to
drive with all speed to Richfield.
Arrived at 8.01, only a minute late
for the appointed meeting. Lectured
in the Opera House under the auspices
of the High School, subject "Likes
and Dislikes". Spent the night
at the Wright Hotel.
April 3. Sunday.   Early visit to
the foothills. Left by morning train
and returned home. Had to decline
a pressing request to lecture tonight
in Salina, as the engagement would
have kept me away tomorrow. In
conversation with the County Superintend
ent and other school officials I
learn that the school work has been
very seriously interfered with through
the repeated calling of the teachers
on foreign missions. Inferior teachers

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April 3: (cont.)  (
)		1898.
some of them strangers to our people
and to Utah have been of necessity
engaged because "native" teachers have
been called away, and others could not
be secured when wanted.
   On reaching home I found Wife
suffering from a severe cold, with symp-
tons of lung trouble. She remained
at home, and I took her place on the
program of the Second Ward Improve-
ment Association meeting, by delivering
an address on "Easter."
April 8."  According to previous
arrangements I lectured tonight in
the tabernacle, subject "Russia and
the Russians. Stereopticon views were
used. Lecture was for the benefit of
the Mutual Improvement Associa-
tion League; and charge was made and
the proceeds went to the League.

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April 10:  
  Sunday.			1898.
The 68" annual conference of the church
closed today. It has been in session
since the morning of the 6" inst. The
conference has been a valuable one 
to the people. Special counsel has
been given concerning the attitude
of our people toward the war questions
now confronting the nation. The differences
between Spain and the United States
are becoming daily more alarming. Our
people are advised to pray and work
for peace; and yet to be ready to defend
the country's honor against any foe.
At the Deseret Sunday School Union
conference held this evening, the veteran 
worker Elder Geo. Goddard was presented
with a medal and a purse of money by
the various stake officials. A more worthy
recipient of such an honor could hardly be
found; it is pleasing to see such honor
done to our elderly deserving brethren while
they are still with us.

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1898.
April 12. 
 Took part this after-
noon, according to previous ap-
pointment, in the exercises of a
meeting of the Woman's Club. There
was a lengthy program among the
items on which were addresses by
Dr. Millspaugh the city Superintend-
ent of Schools, Dr. Winship a visiting
educator, Mrs. Maynard, the <a> resident
Unitarian minister, and myself. My
talk was entitled "Books: their use
and misuse."
April 14.  Wife Maria, her sister Han-
nah and myself spent this day
in the temple engaged in ordinance
work. Wife, her sister, and other
members of her family have spent
other days this week there. This is
the first opportunity of the sort
that has come to me for some
time. By call I spoke at the opening services.

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1898.
April 17. 
 Sunday.  Rode by wheel
to West Jordan, and there filled
an appointment as a Home Mis-
sionary. The companion appointed to
go with me was released last night,
and I was notified to go alone. How-
ever Elder J. Nichols, a member of the
missionary corps, mistaking the place
of his appointment, and went to West
Jordan; fortunately therefore I was not
alone. In the evening I was called 
to the stand in the Second Ward meet-
ing, and occupied most of the time
following Bro. J. Gallagher of the bishop-
ric.
April 18.  University resumed session
after a week's spring recess. This after-
noon I lectured to the Normal School
class of 1899, on "Motives in work."

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1898.
April 20.  
  Great excitement in the
city yesterday and today owing to
the departure of the soldiers, heretofore
stationed at Fort Douglas, for the
scene of what appears to be an im-
pending conflict between the United 
States and Spain. Patriotic manifesta-
tions, many of them genuine, some
mere exhibitions of rashness and
bombast, are common here, and, as
indicated by press dispatches, through-
out the country. For two years
past, the advisability of intervention
on the part of the United States
in the bloody struggle between
Spain and her former subjects in
Cuba has been discussed. The horrible 
cruelties of the inhuman war by which
Spain has sought to suppress the
Cuban struggles for liberty, have been
described by eye-witnesses; and this

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April 20: (cont.)  
	   1898.
government holds that it is bound
to intervene on the broad grounds
of humanity; and for more specific
cause alleges that great loss has
accrued to American commerce through
the revolting scenes of bloody strife
at our very doors, and moreover
that the destruction of the U.S.
battleship "Maine" with the loss of
266 of her officers and crew, which
calamity occurred during February
in the harbor of Havana, furnishes
ample evidence that Spain is
unable to maintain control in
Cuba. The U.S. government has
delivered to Spain an ultimatum
requiring the withdrawal of Spanish
forces from Cuba and Cuban waters
by or before noon of Saturday next,
April 23. –

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1898.
April 21.  <(42)>  Went to Ogden by
afternoon train. Attended class
sessions at the Weber Stake Academy,
and addressed the students at
the general gathering, on "Individual
effort." At 4 p.m. I lectured before
the city school teachers in the
High School building; subject:–
"The old and the new in teaching."
Night lecture in the tabernacle,
"Sights and scenes in Russia," with
stereopticon illustrations. The lecture
was given for the benefit of the
library of the Weber Stake Academy.
Spent the night at the School
for the Blind, with Albert. He is
progressing well.
April 22. Returned to Salt Lake
City by early train, in time for
daily lectures.

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1898.
April 24. (43) Sunday. Visited during
forenoon the theological class in
Second Ward Sunday School; and
delivered short address. In the
evening Elder Fulmer and I of-
ficiated as Home Missionaries
in the Third Ward.
May 1. Sunday. Sunday School during
morning: addresses before Intermediate
and Theological classes. Home during
afternoon while wife attended Fast-
meeting. In evening went to Center
Ward; and there lectured under the
auspices of the Improvement As-
sociations on "Liberty and License."
May 3. War excitement is at a high
level. Several captures of Spanish ves-
sels by U. S. ships are reported, and
news has come of a most remark-
able victory <May 1.> over the Spanish fleet

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1898. May 3. (cont.)  

by our Asiatic squadron under Commo-
dore Dewey. It is said that all the
enemys' ships were captured or destroyed
and that, without the loss of a single
life on our side, or serious damage to
the American ships. A call has been
issued by the President of the United States
for 125 000 volunteer soldiers, and of this
number Utah's quota is about 500 men.
The First Presidency of the church has
openly recommended a prompt response
on the part of our young men, and
altogether, the war fever is as high
here as it seems to be in other parts
of the country.
May 4.  Left by evening train for
Cedar City, to which place I go to visit
the branch of the State Normal School
there located.
May 5.  Reached Milford at dawn.
By 7.30 I was on the way in 
charge of Bro. Adams of Cedar City,
who met me with a conveyance.
Reached Cedar at 7 p.m. Arrangements

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1898. May 5: (cont.)  (45)
made by the committee in charge
provide for my lodging at the home
of Bishop C[---]. Corey.
May 6. Spent the day at the Normal
School; visited all classes. Conducted
morning chapel service. Delivered a 
brief lecture to the science classes.
Addressed a meeting of the teachers at 4
p.m. Evening lecture under the auspices
of the School on "Travels in Russia"
May 7. Spent the day in the canon
and on the hills. Bros. Bennion, Decker,
and Driggs of the teaching corps
accompanied me: with good horses
we were able to cover much ground.
Evening lecture on "Habits & Customs."
May 8. Sunday. Attended Sabbath School,
and took part in the exercises.
At the afternoon tabernacle services,
by request I occupied the stand.
Evening lecture in tabernacle under
Improvement Association auspices
on "Success and Failure."

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1898.
May 9.  I leave Cedar with great
admiration for the energy and enter-
prise exhibited by the citizens in their
preparations for the Normal School. I
feel that the institution is properly
located. (See May 8"–11", and 19", 1897.). The
hospitality and kind treatment extended
by the people here is greatly appreciated.
Left Cedar City at 7.15 am. in charge
of Bro. "Bud" Lay. Reached Milford at
7 p.m. Took room at the Tanner
House.
May 10.  Left on morning train. Arrived
home at 7 p.m.
May 14.  Went to Provo by morning 
train. Delivered morning lecture
before Utah County Teacher's Asso-
ciation, subject "Scientific Methods
for the teacher." Spent part of day
visiting friends in Provo: then went
to the Farm, and spent the night
with the folks.
May 13 (omitted.) Delivered afternoon lecture
before the University Normal Society: on
"Use and Abuse of Method."

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May 15. Sunday.  
 	    1898.
	Spent day with the folks at
home. Returned to Salt Lake City
by evening train. This evening 
the first company of Utah volunteers
left for the front to take part
in the war with Spain.
May 17.  Attended Mutual Improvement
Annual in Second Ward, and by previous
appointment delivered an address on
"Value of Time." The Association was
honored by the presence of President
Woodruff, who addressed the gathering
and remained to <attend> the banquet.
May 18. Delivered an illustrated
lecture on "Rome" at Murray Opera
House under the auspices of the
Literary Society of that place.
The proceeds were for the aid of the
Society library. Returned home after
the lecture.
May 20.  Another company of Utah
volunteers left for the seat of war
today. Two batteries of artillery start
for San Francisco on the way to the
Phillippine Islands.

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May. 24					1898.
	Today a <(48)> troop of Utah cavalry
volunteers left for the west en route
for the Phillipine Islands. There
was the usual suspension of business
and school work, and a hearty demon-
stration of "God speed" to the depart-
ing soldiers.
May 25. Wife and I went to Provo
and attended a part of the exer—
cises incident to the close of the
current school year at the Brigham
Young Academy. This day was known
as "Maeser day;" and the proceedings
were wholly in honor of the fiftieth
anniversary — the jubilee — of the
work of Bro. K. G. Maeser as a 
teacher. The program of the celebration
comprised a parade at 10 a.m. in the
course of which Bro. Maeser was con-
ducted from the home of his son to
the site of the old Academy build-
ing, there to the present home
of the institution; a program of
literary exercises etc; an afternoon <banquet>

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May 25: cont.					    1898.
and an evening <
> reception. By appoint-
ment and request I took part at
the morning exercises by M delivering
a short address of reminiscences, and by
a toast response at the banquet.
All the exercises were strikingly
appropriate and pleasingly impressive.
Beside addresses (by Bro. J. M. Tanner,
Bro. Reed Smart, and self.) recitations, 
(the most important being a poem
for the occasion, composed and
rendered by Miss Annie Pike), singing
(with two specially prepared songs)
there was a novel and interesting
recital of Bro. Maeser's fifty years
of teaching, by 50 students, who 
were divided into parties of ten, equally
divided as to sex, each of which di-
visions extolled the results of one
decade of the veteran's labor;
and presented him with a bunch
of ten roses. The effect was
genuinely pleasing. I am glad
that honor is paid to the pioneer

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May 25: (cont.)  (50)		1898.
teacher whom I have reason to love
so well and that before he graduates
from the school of life. His work
has been divinely inspired. God bless
Brother Maeser. Returned home
by evening train: Maia remaining
to be present at tomorrow's exercises.
May 29. Sunday. Morning Prayer
Circle as usual: by appointment I
delivered a brief address. This day
marked the opening of the joint
conference of the Improvement
Associations. There was present a
very large representation, – from
Canada and Mexico, and from many
places between. Prest. Woodruff
presided in person.
May 31. Memorial Day. We paid
a morning visit to the cemetery
and planted flowers on the little
spot beneath which rests the body
of our babe.

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May 31. <
> Close of the Improvement<1898.>
Association conference marked by 
a grand reunion in a social 
gathering and ball. Wife May, as 
a member of the General Board 
of the Young Ladies' organization 
has had her share of busy em-
ployment in the work of the con-
ference. A pleasing feature of 
this evening's gathering was the 
presence of the Superintendent 
of the Associations, Pres. Wilford 
Woodruff. He addressed the assembly.
There was an old-time congeniality 
throughout. Pres. Joseph F. Smith led 
the march, and Apostle Heber J. 
Grant officiated as floor manager.

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June 3.  (52)				1898.
	Last meeting with my classes
for the year. Instruction formally
closes at the University a week
hence: but, by request of my classes
I have held special sessions of late,
so that my class-work closes some-
what earlier, leaving students and
myself free next week, – a circumstance
which will be of advantage to me.
June 4. After consultation with
certain of the Church authorities,
I have concluded to visit Europe
again this summer. Left home
this morning, taking passage by
Oregon Short Line to Ogden, thence
eastward by Union Pacific. On the
train I was fortunate in having
the company of Patriarch John
Smith as far as Echo, and that of
Apostles John Henry Smith, Mathias
Cowley and A. O. Woodruff to Evan-
ston. All the brethren gave me
their blessing for my journey. The
Patriarch took me by the hand,

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June 4: (cont.)	 
	      1898.
and blessed me as nearly as I was 
able to set it down afterward, in the 
following words:- "The God of our 
fathers go with thee: His peace be 
over thee! If you seek the guidance 
of the Spirit of God, and strive to do
right, you shall receive inspiration 
from day to day, and from hour to hour 
saying to you 'Go here': or 'Do not go
there'. If you strive to do well, you 
shall be successful in the great mis-
sion on which you are setting out,
and shall return in safety, and all 
shall be well with yours during 
your absence."
June 5. Sunday. The great "Trans-
Mississippi <Exposition> is now open at Omaha.
I had a half-formed plan of spend-
ing a day there: but the weather 
proved so inclement, the city ap-
peared almost in the condition of a 
quagmire, and the exhibits are reported 
as being at this early stage so
incomplete that I abandoned the

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June 5: cont.  (54) 			1898.
purpose, with the uncertain hope
of being able to stop on my return.
At Council Bluffs I witnessed a
repetition of our Utah scenes of
farewell to departing soldiers: an
Iowa division leaving today for
the Phillipine Islands.
June 6. Reached Chicago at 8 a.m.,
took room at the Palmer House.
Had the pleasure of meeting Bro.
Hugh Dougall of Salt Lake City;
he is engaged in the study of
music here. He took me to see
Bro. Russel of Ogden, who is working
for the Marshall Field Mercantile
Co; and who returned but two weeks
ago from a sad visit to his home,
the purpose of which was to bury
his wife of eight months. Visited
the great Chicago Library; and spent
considerable time at the Academy
of Sciences in Lincoln Park. An
interesting skeleton of the mammoth
is there, — found in Spokane Co. Washington.

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June 7.  
		   1898.
Left by Pennsylvania road for
Philadelphia. Met Judge W. W. King,
our representative in Congress: he
is returning to Washington.
June 8.  Reached Philadelphia
at 1 p.m. took quarters at the
Hotel Vindig. Spent part of after-
noon in Fairmount Park.
June 9.  Took train and proceeded
to New York. Put up at the
Everett House.
June 10.  Visited office of the Cunard
Steam ship Co., and went aboard
the "Etruria", on which I am to
sail tomorrow. Spent most of the
day in attending to correspond-
ence and business. Attended theatre
in evening.
June 11. Went aboard the "Etruria"
at 9 a.m. To my great and pleas-
ing surprise I was hailed at the
dock by Elders Kesler, President of
the Brooklyn Conference of the
Church, and Elder Lashbrook Lakes

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June 11. (cont.) (56)		1898.
a former student of mine at the
University, and at present on mis-
sionary duty at Brooklyn. By these
brethren I was taken to see Bishop
Robt. Price of Paris Idaho, and Bro.
Jas. H. Wallis a former associate in
Provo. To my joy I learned that
Bros. Price and Wallis are to be
fellow passengers. I am glad to
be disappointed in my dolorous
expectations of being without Utah
friends on the voyage. At 10 a.m.
the "Eturia" left dock. Bros. Price
& Wallis and myself travel as second
cabin passengers, and we are
located in contiguous state rooms.
Another gladdening surprise befel 
me this morning. While writing
a last note to Maia, in the hope
of sending it ashore by the Pilot, 
my name was called by the Steward,
and a letter from home was
placed in my hands. It was dated
June 6, at which time all were well.

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June 11. (cont.)  
	     1898.
Delayed by fog in the harbor;
and the course to Sandy Hook
was long, owing to the mines
that have been placed in the
channel in view of a possible 
attack by the Spaniards.
June 12. Sunday.	Morning
service in the saloon. No sermon,
merely a reading of the Church
of England ritual. The bulletin
at 12 m today showed:—
Latitude (by dead reckoning) 40.81. N.
Longitude 64.44 W. Distance
417 from Sandy Hook Light-
ship.
June 13. – Noon bulletin:–
Latitude (observed) 40.81 N:
Longitude:– 54.58 W. Distance
449."	Choppy seas: generally
disagreeable. A night storm:
torrents of rain; strong thunder,
and vivid lightning. The angry
seas were lighted up by the bright
flashes with startling effect.

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June 14		
   1898.
	Ten years ago today, I
led sweet Maia to the altar
in the temple. We had both 
hoped that the tenth anni-
versary of that event would
find us together, but the day
is here, and we are thousands
of miles apart. May peace
and comfort be with her and our
loved ones at home.
Bulletin at 12 m:– Lat. 41.50 N.
Long. 45.45 W: Distance 452.
June 15.  Bulletin:– Lat. 45.35 N.
Long 36.47:  Distance 449.
June 16.  At noon:– Lat. 48.42 N.;
Long. 26.33.; Distance 458. And
so the days run by. I cannot
deny that a sea voyage makes
me unutterably lazy. I am able to
read, and I read much; writing
is difficult, and any systematic
work is a failure even if I
can bring myself to attempt 
it.

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※ Bulletin posted at noon today;-
Lat. 50.43 N: Long. 15. 7 W; Distance
run during last day:– 460. Distance
from Daniel's Rock Lightship
at noon:— 268 miles.
For map chart of the voyage,
see card under date August 11. 1898.

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1898.
June 17. <x> By <(59)> inquiry of the offices
I have learned the following
items of interest regarding the
"Etrurial". This is her 155" voyage
across the Atlantic. Her length
is 520 feet: horse power:- 12500;
burns on an average 310 tons of
coal per day; highest record of
speed 25 mls. an hour, maintain-
ed for an entire day; her last
voyage but one was completed in
5 days, 21 hours. Among her officers
and crew are a number of the
Royal Navy Reserve, all skilled
gunners and liable to be sum-
moned to duty in case of an out-
break of hostilities.
June 18. The "Etruria" reached
her dock at 3.30 this afternoon.
Her last days' run was a good
one. We made our way to the
church office, 42 Islington, and
received a kind welcome from the
elders there stationed. Presidents

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June 18: (cont.) (
)	  1898.
	Wells, and Mc. Murrin are both
away at present.  Bishop Price,
left immediately to visit friends
in London, and Bro. Wallis and myself
took rooms at the Stewart Hotel
next door to the office. As I write I
am sitting by an open window
overlooking the noisy, dirty, and wholly
uninviting street intersection. Suf-
fering as I am from my common
and baneful disorder, insomnia, I
have sat late into the night. There
are two grogshops within sight,
both well patronized and the tap-
room of at least one, as I can
see from the window, holds a
crowd partly made up of women.
Mandlin songs from tipsy revel-
ers, interspersed with the noise of
drunken brawls, and varied by
police commands to "move on"
rise from the street. There has
been a fist fight and an arrest 
in consequence during the last

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June 18: (cont.)    <
>  1898.
hour; and a continuous stream
of vulgar profanity has flowed
about the door of our church
head-quarters. There are wanton
girls seeking patronage in rice,
and the whole scene is an orgie 
of wickedness.
June 19.  Sunday. Some of the
brethren in the office next door
had noticed the, to them, scarcely
unusual disturbances of last night 
and took me to see the blood patches
on pavement and street, that testi-
fy to the brawls of midnight.
At 11 a.m, we were at Sunday School.
The attendance I was told was
very large; it comprised five mis-
sionary elders, two visiting elders
(Wallis and self) five resident mem-
bers of the church; one non-member,
and five children. It is well that
greatness is not mere bigness, and
that value is not properly reck-
oned in terms of bulk. I was

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June 19: (cont.) <(62)>  		1898.
laid up during the afternoon
with my usual Liverpool head-ache.
Sunday School exercises consisted of
a reading (John xx); and an address
on the chapter by myself. In the 
evening the usual meeting was
held, Elders Wallis and Stringham
and myself being <were> the speakers.
Pleasant gathering of the saints
in the office after meeting.
June 20. I learn from letters that
have reached me here, of a meeting
of the Royal Society of Edinburgh tonight,
and a meeting of the Geological
Society, London, two days hence. I can-
not well attend both, and as the ap-
proaching meeting of the Geolog-
ical Society is the last of the ses-
sion, while two later meetings
of the R.S.E. are scheduled, I
have decided to go to London.
A further reason for my present
choice of London rather than Edin—
burgh, lies in the necessity of

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June 20: (cont.) (
) 	      1898.
my meeting Bro. Jos. Mc Murrin,
who in the absence of Pres. Rulon
S. Wells is in charge of the British
mission affairs and who is him-
self absent from Liverpool at
present. I may meet him in London,
or failing in that, will find him
here on my return northward.
Started from Liverpool at 11.05 a.m.
Arrived in London, and took room
at a private house, occupied
by a family named "Hersant," at
15 Gower Place, off Gower St. W.C.
Attended evening entertainment
at the Egyptian Hall.
June 21. Spent day in visiting:
mostly in British Museum
South Kensington. Visited also
National Gallery, and the National
Gallery of Portraits. In early after-
noon visited Law Courts, and observed
proceedings in the Queen's Bench
Division. Formality is striking;
almost ridiculous indeed. Judges

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June 21 (cont.)		   1898.
and barristers,<
> be[-]gged and be-
gowned; gloomy old halls, all things 
cramped and crowded. Barristers
sit at long desks with straight-
backed benches for seats, like 
school boys at their tasks, except 
that such furniture would not be 
tolerated in a good modern school.
From the spectators' gallery one 
looks down upon the roofs of boxes 
and stalls where sit judges, jury,
etc; each roof bearing the dust 
of years. It's old-time dust, and there-
fore must not be disturbed.
June 22. Part of forenoon spent 
at the Old Bailey Courts. In the 
criminal division, specifically the 
"Old Court", I watched the formal 
opening by the Lord Mayor, whose 
arrival I had before seen on the out-
side. He came in his carriage 
of state, in robes and chain of gold 
attended by outriders, chief among 
whom was the City Marshall.

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※ Literally there is an elaborate 
display of red-tape in the judicial
proceedure. Papers and parchments
are all tied with the crimson strips,
as if the learned bauisters had
never heard of the merits of
rubber bands.
		—————
Quill pens are almost exclusively
used.


				
			1898. June 22: cont.

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June 22 (cont.) <(65)>         1898.
and accompanied by the carriages
of the Sheriffs- scarcely less gor-
geous than his own. Lackeys and
officers of rank in rich livery, bear-
ing the insignia of office, partic-
ularly the sword and mace, formed
a brilliant setting to the picture.
The actual ceremony of opening the
session (this is the first day of the
term) was very simple. Judge, Lord
Mayor, Sheriffs, and attendants came
in, and were received by barristers,
officers of the court and others pre-
sent standing. Then the crier an-
nounced the session, and business be-
gan. The high officials came in,
each bearing a bunch of flowers,
which with the brilliant robes
gave color to the otherwise somber
spectacle. Mayor, Sheriffs and others
soon withdrew, without having spo-
ken a word, and the Judge, in his robe
of scarlet silk, with black bands,
and cream cuffs, and his painfully

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1898. 	June 22  
							cont.

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June 22					 1898.
tight wig, was(
) left alone on the
bench. In the space of 55 minutes
I witnessed the arraignment of seven
prisoners, the full trial with verdict
in the case of one, the swearing in
of another jury, and the beginning
of a second trial on a serious charge.
The first case tried was that of a
woman, evidently poor, certainly in
agonizing distress, charged with the
murder of her child, and attempted
suicide. While crazed with drink
and desperate from home troubles,
she had thrown herself, with babe
in arms into a canal. She had been
rescued and restored, but the babe had
been drowned. The judge directed the
prosecutor to proceed on the attempt-
ed suicide count. Not a word was
said about an attorney for the pris-
oner. The case was put through
with alarming dispatch: the prose-
cutor had his questions all prepared
in writing, and evidently got from

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1898.	June 22.
							cont.

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June 22					      1898
each witness<
> the answers: expected.
Witnesses were sworn by kissing the 
bible, and even literally rushed into 
and out from the witness box - liter-
ally a box - at railroad speed. It 
is fair to say that the prosecutor 
both in his opening speech, and 
in the examination of witnesses 
gave due consideration to the question 
of the prisoner's sanity at the time 
of the alleged crime. The prisoner 
was asked by the judge, as each 
witness was disposed of by the 
prosecutor, if she had any question 
to ask the witness; and as the jury 
was about to be sworn she was 
told of her right to object to or 
to challenge any juror; but the 
poor creature, illiterate, ignorant, 
heart-broken, could only shake her head,
and this mute sign of a reply to 
"His Lordship's" question could be se-
cured only after repeated efforts.

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1898. June 22. 
				   cont

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June 22.					1898.
The judge charged the jury, without 
calling a witness for the defence. 
The prisoner stated that she tripped 
on the bank and fell into the water: 
and her tearful, agonized statement 
was received with smiles of incredulity 
by the barristers, - to whom trials of 
the sort are evidently daily experiences. 
The judge's charge was delivered in 3 min-
utes; then the jury were left to them-
selves, and but for their whisperings to
one another,  leaning over from one high 
bench to another, - the court was idle, 
and evidently impatiently so. After four 
minutes, the judge told the jury that 
if they could not agree, they would 
better retire; this was effective, and in 
one minute more, the foreman de-
livered a verbal verdict —"Guilty," 
The prisoner had sat alone in the 
dock, mercifully protected from the 
gaze of part of the assembly, by the
high front wall of the dock. She was 
sentenced to two months imprisonment. 
But now, what of the next charge, — <
>

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1898    June 22 
								cont

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June 22.				1898.
that of murdering the babe? — It
would seem that with such a ver-
dict on the first count, there can
be no doubt as to her intent to
kill the babe; and the trial on that
charge may be even more easy and
sure for the prosecution. The woman
was alone, without a legal adviser
or a friend: yet the evidence ap-
peared conclusive, and I cannot see
that the verdict was other than
just. Another case, — that of man
charged with shooting at police of-
ficers who were trying to arrest
him for a minor offense, was
immediately called. In this case the
judge appointed a barrister to defend
the prisoner, but the trial went on
with little time for preparation on
the part of the defendant counsel.
I see by the afternoon papers that 
the verdict was guilty, — rendered by
the jury without their leaving the 
box: and the sentance: — penal ([-]9)

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[text written upside down]
	1898	June 22
				cont past

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June 22			     1898
   servitude for life. I spent part
of the day with the brethren at
church head-quarters and the remainder
at the rooms of the Geological
Society, Burlington House. In the
evening I attended the regular
session, the last of the season, –
of the Geological Society. Met many
friends, among them Mr Rudler F.G.S.
Curator of the Museum of Practical
Geology; Mr. Goodchild F.G.S., of Edinburgh.
Mr. Bellinfante F.G.S. Asst. Secretary of the
Society, and one of my traveling com-
panions of the Russian trip last year,
and Prof. C Lawson, a visitor from Cal-
ifornia. I had a half-formed plan
of presenting a paper at the
meeting but found the program
unusually full, and therefore remained
silent. After the session came the
inevitable reunion in the tea-room.
The Royal Microscopical Society held
its last session tonight, but I chose
the Geological Society meeting.
			————	(
)

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June 23. 				   1898.
	     Morning meeting with the
brethren at church office. Rest of 
day spent in correspondence and
business. Evening meeting at church
office; by request I occupied the 
time in addressing the people.
June 24. Morning departure via
Midland Ry. (St. Pancras station)
for Liverpool: arrived at 5.30 p.m. 
Met Pres. J.W. Mc Murrin at office.
By invitation I "put up" at the 
church office.
June 25. My great desire for several 
days past has been to hasten
on to Edinburgh, and I felt that
having reached Liverpool on my 
return from the south I was well
in the way. However Pres. Mc Murrin
has tried to convince me that my
best route to Scotland is south 
by way of Bristol; that is to say
he requests me to accompany him 
to Bristol where the elders are at 
present holding special meeting: <
>

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June 25.				1898.
and are in other ways making
unusual efforts in the missionary
work. Bro. McMurrin and I left
Liverpool today at noon: reached
Bristol by evening. The journey was
an interesting one, — by Shrewsbury
and Hereford, and along the base
of the Malvern Hills; then from
Newport under the mighty Severn
by the great tunnel. At the sta-
tion we were met by Elder J. W. Knight
of Provo, Branch President here.
After a hasty lunch we were
carried off, ourselves eager and wil-
ling, to the Haymarket, — a pub-
lic meeting place, where we found
open-air meetings in progress.
Bros. Poulton and Pike were the
speakers, and evidently a good im-
pression was made on some of the
large but shifting audience. I
cannot resist the thought that
part of the good accomplished
through the agency of our meetings
is sometimes neutralized by the after 						(72)

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June 25.					1898.
discussion between the elders, and
members of the crowd. Tonight the
usual experiences were repeated;- each
of the brethren was drawn into con-
troversy with some noisy fellow or
fellows, and boisterous assaults were
made and met. It has seemed to me
generally preferable to invite earnest
enquirers and honest investigators
to visit headquarters, but to refuse
to enter into wordy disputes in 
public. Pres. Mc Murrin, wisely I 
think, directed the brethren to
withdraw tonight. We are told that
last night and on former occasions
the meetings have broken up under
conditions almost riotous. We met
a number of the elders here stationed,
among them Elder W. G. Noall of
Salt Lake City, heretofore President
of this the Cheltenham conference,
now released to return home. Sister
Noall is with him. Here also
we met Sister Inez Knight and
Jennie Brimhall of Provo, duly (
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June 25.					  1898
appointed missionaries. These sisters
are among the first lady mission-
aries to be formally commissioned 
as traveling ministers of our people. 
The elders who have watched their 
labors, including local and general 
officers report the results as pos-
itively good.	After this evenings 
meeting we were escorted on a 
sightseeing tour through some of 
the principal streets: then followed 
a pleasant gathering at the home 
of Bro. Cooper, a resident member 
of the church. For the night, Bro. 
McMurrin went to the conference 
house, and I was entertained 
at the lodgings of Bro. Knight 
in the house of a family named 
A-stice, 30 Seymour Road. Here 
Bro. Knight, his sister, Inez, and Sister 
Brimhall are for the present
residing amid unusually comfortable 
surroundings. Great earnestness is 
displayed by all the missionaries 
in their work.

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June 26:  Sunday.			 1898.
	Meetings in forenoon, afternoon 
and evening: these were held in 
the Vestry Hall; a commodious struct-
ure rented for the current series 
of special meetings. As to the aud-
iences there were present about 50 
strangers at the morning services, 
100 in the afternoon and about 200 
at night. Short addresses were made 
by a number of the elders: Sister 
Knight spoke in the morning, 
Sister Brimhall in the afternoon, 
and both of them as also Sister Noall 
at night. Most of the time was 
occupied by Elder McMurrin at the 
morning and afternoon sessions, 
and by myself in the evening. 
The fears expressed by some of the 
elders that the meetings would 
be broken up by opponents were 
shown to be groundless, though a 
feeble attempt was made by one 
poor fellow to interrupt the 
morning service. Bro. McMurrin

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June 26.				       1898.
promptly rebuked him, and it was
plainly evident that the sympathies
of the congregation were with our
people. The sisters' testimonies were
received with marked respect. Bro. Mc
Murrin stated (as he said to me afterward,
with some surprise at his own boldness)
that one of the ladies (Sister Inez Knight)
was the sister of the Chairman (Bro.
J. W. Knight) and that the other (Sister
Brimhall) was Bro. Knights affianced
wife. I believe the utterance was in-
spired; it will disarm the criticism
of some, who we learned afterward,
have already tried to stir up a 
scandal sensation over the fact that
women are traveling with the elders,
and stopping in the same houses
with them. The sisters tell me that
they enjoy their labors, though they
are frequently embarrased, and not in-
frequently insulted. Just before the
evening meeting, a short open air
service was held, at which Bro. J. H.
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June 26, 					1898 
speaker; most of the audience followed
to the hall and attended the night
meeting. Bro. and Sister Knight have
been blessed with a fair degree of
wealth, and they use it wisely and
liberally in their missionary work.
Between meetings a few of us found
time to visit the parks and other
places of interest in and about the
city. There was a pleasant reunion
tonight at the conference office,
at which the elders and saints ex-
pressed unbounded and thankful
satisfaction with the results of
their special effort in Bristol.
June 27. Today Bro. Mc Murrin and
I were claimed as the guests of
Bro. Knight and his Sister Inez.
With them and Sis. Brimhall we
visited Clifton Downs: the Floating
Harbour; Clifton Suspension Bridge
etc, in Bristol: and then proceeded
by train to Bath. There we visited
the famous Old Abbey, and the
great Roman Baths. On the   (
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June 27.				1898.
foundations of the latter, a modern
structure of palatial proportions
has been reared; - the old supporting
the new. Evidently much of the old-
time social grandeur of Bath is
still maintained. The famed society
leader Bean Nash is represented by a 
grave and a statue in the Abbey. 
Then we took train for the north,
parting from our friends and genial
entertainers, with sincere regret, at
Bristol. Bro. Mc Murrin pronounces
this visit one of the most pleasing
and successful in his missionary
experience; I join him in his words
of praise. We reached Liverpool
at 9 p.m. and spent the night
at the church office.
June 28. I went on to Edinburgh,
journeying via Preston and Carlisle,
and arriving at 4 pm. Took a
room at my old stopping place,
– the New Waverly Temperance
Hotel. In the evening I witnessed a 
performance of the national drama "Rob Roy."

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1898. 
June 29.  Morning visit to the 
University. Attended the regular
class lecture on "Light" by Prof.
P. G. Tait, my former and honored
acquaintance here. After the lecture
the venerable Professor conducted me
through parts of his extensive lab-
oratory as he did five years ago:
he is still a boy in enthusiasm
and energy, interested in everything.
Visited Prof. Crum Brown, who is
one of my sponsors in the Royal
Society of Edinburgh. He took
me through the new and magnif-
icent chemical laboratories, and
then delivered me into the hands of
Dr. Marshall for a talk on Min-
eralogy. Spent the greater part
of the afternoon in the Museums,
and attended last lecture of the
day (4 p.m.) by Prof. Jas. Geikie
in Geology. Prof. Geikie showed
his usual kindness and consideration 
He has extended much assistance
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June 30.				    1898
	Early visit to 14 Edina Place,
the address given me in Liverpool
at which to find our elders. There
I met Bro. & Sis. White, resident mem-
bers of the Church, with whom I enjoyed
a pleasant though short visit:
and by whom I was referred to the
elders' lodgings – 6 Albert Place
Leith Walk. At this last address
I found Elders Leishman and Miller
of Utah.	  At noon I was again
in Prof. Taits Lecture room. I have
observed on former visits, and again
now, the abominable disorder of
these classes, and the marked contrast
in this respect between the classes
of different professors. Geikies
classes are strictly orderly, Taits' are
a scene of boisterous disorder
except of course while the
professor is actually talking.
Tait commented on the circumstance,
and explained that this class	   (
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June 30.				   1898.
up of medical students who are
proverbially noisy. My entrance yes-
terday was greeted with a perfect
roar of welcome, which I might
as well have regarded as a howl of
derision. I soon learned that I
had taken my seat on the bench
reserved for ladies, of whom there
are two in the class. Today after
the lecture the professor suggested
that we leave the laboratory by
a side door; "for" said he "should
we show our faces before the 
students have dispersed, we
would be deafened. Hear," he continued
"what they do to my assistant"
as a roar of shouts and growls
greeted the assistant who had been
sent again into the lecture room
where many of the students were
still congregated. Prof. Tait hon-
ored me with an invitation to
lunch: we went to his house
from the laboratory together. 
I had the pleasure of meeting 
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June 30.					1898
Mrs. Tait, Miss Tait, and a married
daughter Mrs. Cathcart. I was shown
a multitude of trophies, ranging
from small medals to massive
silver cups, won by a son of the
Taits who is a world-famed
golf player. "At present" said
Mrs Tait "the professor is mostly 
known as the father of Herbert (?) 
Tait, the champion golfer." 
Afternoon was spent in the
museums, and with Prof. Geikie
Attended Geikie's lecture on
"Applied Geology."
July 1. Letter from home today, written
on the 14 ult. – our wedding day,
bringing good tidings. Morning
visit to Prof. Tait's department at
his invitation to witness the
"ghastly prepartions" for a final
examination. Then followed a visit
to the Royal Observatory, a long visit
to the justly famous Industrial Museum
and then Prof. Geikie's lecture. Visited
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July 2.					  1898.
	Geological excursion with Prof.
Geikie and his classes. We went to
Salisbury Crags, Samson's Ribs, and
Arthurs Seat to study the intrusive
sheets and to give the students
practice in field mapping. Our
projected work was cut short by
heavy rains. In the afternoon, by
request of Pres. Mc Murrin I went
to Glasgow. Took room at the Wav-
erly Temperance Hotel Sanchiehall
St. Confined to my room in the
evening from the results of a 
fall received on the hills this
morning.
July 3. Sunday. Morning call at
the Conference House, 53 Holmhead
St; there I met Bro. David O. McKay
a former student of mine at the 
University, also Bros. Calder and Pug-
mire, students of mine at the L.D.S.
College, Bros. Edwards and Pender,
& Houston, and others, and later
Pres. McMurrin. Bro. McKay is now (
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※ Bro. Mc Murrin spoke very plainly
to the people on the departure from
old-time customs in the church
missions, particularly in the present
failure of the people to contribute
to the support of the missionaries.
He deplored the fact that the brethren
are living in lodging places instead of
visiting and staying with the people 
in their homes; and he ascribed part
of the blame to the elders them-
selves who are often averse to
accepting proffered aid. Bro. Leggatt,
President of the branch, told me
afterward that he had many times
felt hurt through the elders' refusal
to accept his hospitality; and he
declared that since they ceased to
visit him, he has been gradually but
surely growing poorer.

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July 3, (cont.)				    1898.
President of the Scottish conferences,
he and I attended a service at the
St. Paul's Free Church. Then we went 
to our church meeting hall on Oxford
St, and took part in the class exer-
cises of the Sunday School. Then
followed the afternoon meeting, today
(Fast-day) set apart as a testimony
meeting. By Pres. McMurrin's request
I occupied a good part of the time
in speaking to the people. Attended
evening service, and again I was given
the greater part of the time. Bro. Mc-
Murrin※ followed. He and I arrived
late, and Elders Pugmire and Calder
had spoken before we entered. Some
of the brethren had held an evening
open air meeting; – one of many, for
we saw on the streets a number
of sectarian gatherings. Then fol-
lowed a pleasant gathering of the
elders at the Conference House.
The usual strict observance of
the Sabbath, common to Scotland
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July 3 (cont.)			    1898.
was observable, though in some
particulars, as in the running of
trams etc. Glasgow is less bound
than is Edinburgh.
July 4. Independence Day. Morning
visit to the University, most of the
time spent at the Hunterian Museum,
to which I was welcomed by my former
acquaintance Dr. John Young. Received
many courtesies. On leaving I found
Bro. McKay who was seeking me.
He brought letters, among them
one from home dated June 20, with
good news. Visited Conference House,
and in the afternoon returned to
Edinburgh, resuming my lodgings
at the New Waverly Temperance
Hotel. In the evening I attended
the 14" meeting (current session) of
the Royal Society of Edinburgh.
When last I visited the Royal Institu-
tion I was a stranger, tonight I
was welcomed as a Fellow. One
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July 4 (cont.)				1898,
to sign the roll of Fellows, and each
of us received the official hand-shake 
of "His Lordship" (Lord McLaren, the 
Vice President was in the chair.) The 
principal paper was by Prof. Copeland 
Astronomer-Royal for Scotland, on the 
total solar eclipse of Jan. 21" 1898,
observed by him in India. Other papers
were presented by Dr. R. H. Traquair F.R.S.
on certain Silurian Fishes of Scotland,
and by Dr. W. A. Aitchison on "Mixed
Diet." After the close of the meeting
Prof. Copeland spent considerable
time talking with me; then as he
had to wait for the suburban train
he accompanied me to the hotel, and
gave me interesting companionship until
the time of his departure. He is as
venerable as able, and anyone ought
to feel honored in his companionship.
July 5. Took morning train and
proceeded to Liverpool en route for
Sheffield. Spent the night in Liverpool,
<at church office> being detained in waiting for word from
Pres. McMurrin on a matter that may
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July 6			     1898
Proceeded to Sheffield; arrived 
at 10.45 am; took room at the
Royal Victorian Hotel,– the head-
quarters of the Museum's Associa-
tion. Went at once to the Associa-
tion meeting, in progress at the New 
Town Hall. Was received with unex-
pected cordiality by acquaintances
made by me on former occasions of
the Association meetings. The current
annual session began on the 4": this
morning the Lord Mayor of Sheffield
gave an address of welcome; I was not
present at the time, but I was in-
formed that he made reference to me
by name, congratulated the Associa-
tion on having a delegate from so
great a distance, and publicly expressed
a desire to meet me. Immediately
 after the morning meeting I was
presented to the Lord Mayor. At 1 p.m.
a formal luncheon was served on
the Lord Mayor's invitation in the
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July 6: 1898.

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Town Hall. In the afternoon we
were taken to the cutlery and electro-
plating establishment of Hall and
Walker; there we saw the processes of
table cutlery and other manufacture
from beginning to end. Magnificent
work is done. Then followed a visit 
to the Steel Works of Cammell and Co. where
we witnessed the manufacture of rails,
files etc. and especially of armor plate.
One plate rolled in our presence was 
said to be intended for H. M. S. "Ocean"; 
it weighed 21 tons and in its undressed 
state cost over £2,000. In the evening 
the official dinner was held in the 
Masonic Hall. It was a full-dress 
and a grand affair. The President of the 
Assn;- Alman W. H. Brittainder presides, 
and the Lord Mayor was present, wearing 
the gold chain and shield as the emblem 
of civic dignity. The chain is made up
of ornamented links, each bearing the
name of an incumbent of the office,
and the date and duration of his term.
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display of formality & dignity. At
luncheon and dinner the announce-
ment was made by a uniformed beadle
with great display. That functionary,
after striking the table in the wait-
ing room with an ivory gavel, calls
out "My Lord Mayor, Mr. President, Ladies
& Gentlemen," & by this time one is apt
to think that nothing less than an
announcement of an execution is
to follow, but the beadle concludes
with great impressiveness, "dinner is served."
Again I was the subject of attention
beyond my deserts; no seat but one at
the chief table, by the side of the
Lady Mayoress was allowed me. The
Lord Mayor expressed a hope that ex-
changes between the museums of Shef-
field and those of Utah could be made.
Of course there were the incutable jokes
about the much-married delegate from Utah
and then I was called upon to propose 
the toast "The Ladies." The toast list
was long. After dinner, late as the hour was <(
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some of us were carried off as guests of the
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1898.

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July 7. Early meeting of the Council, 
of which body I am still retained a
member. Regular session 10 am–1 p.m. Took
part in discussion of paper by Bather
on Russian Museums. Lunch with all
formality at 1 o'clock. Afternoon drive
in carriage to Langsett where we visited
the great reservoir works now in course 
of construction. Journey led through the
picturesque valley of the Don. Returned
to Sheffield at night.
July 8. Visit to Castleton Derbyshire,
a drive of 16 miles: lunch on the way
and a grand entertainment at the Peak
Hotel. Course took us over the moorlands
of eastern Derbyshire, through the
famed vales of the Derwent to Castleton.
The ruined castle is made famous by
Scott's "Peveril of the Peak," Visited the 
"Blue John Mine" from which the renownd
blue Fluorite here called "Blue John" 
is taken. Visited also Peak cavern and 
Cave Dale. Most returned to Sheffield by 
carriage, I took evening train back
to gain time. 
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※"Shivering Mountain" or "Mam Tor" 
presents a bold escarpment probably
300 ft high. Remains of a Roman
encampment, with trenches etc, are
seen on top; this was orginigally
circular; now less than half the
circle remains, the rest having been
been carried down by the breaking
away of the face. This furnishes
data regarding the rate of the
disintigration. 



※ Millstone Grit is here used for the 
manufacture of mill stones. We saw 
the work in progress. 

			July 8, 	1898. 
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In the course of today's travel
we witnessed excellent exposures of
the Mill-stone Grit,※ and of the Carbon-
iferous shales. Best example of the
latter is "Shivering Mountain" so called
from its rapid disintegration, shown by
the constant fall of material: also
known as "Mam-Tor", from a legend
that a child was once thrown from
the top by its inhuman mother,
and that as the little one slid and
rolled down the face of the escarp-
ment, it cried out "Mam, Mam, Mam,!"
   In the "Blue John" mine Fluor is still
seen in place. The mine is sunk in
a fissure, and a succession of small caverns:
the largest of which is the "Dining Room".
Caves have hardly reached the deposition
or ornamentation stage. Utterly in-
significant when compared with our
great caves in America. Large open
mouth of Peak Cavern, entered through
a monstrous natural arch is utilized
for rope manufacture; the work is
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July 8, 1898.

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out "Flitch of Bacon," Shoulder of
Mutton" etc, among the fanciful forms
of pendant masses, wrongly described,
however forcibly asserted by the attend-
ants as "petrifactions". The masses are
not even stalactitic deposits, – they are
purely the result of erosion of the 
limestone. In the Stillwell Mine, a
great succession of caves is threaded
by a large stream, of course called the
Styx. At Hathersage, a village
passed on the way from Sheffield to
Castleton, a number of needle factories
are operatated. In the churchyard
there may be seen the alledged
grave of "Little John" of Robin Hood
fame. The stones marking head and
foot are over 7 feet apart. His name
is said to have been "John Little," but
the parts were reversed out of ironical
reference to his gigantic proportions.
Our entertainment at Sheffield has been on
a grand scale throughout; and the
wish was publicly expressed that
the Association might always be the
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1898.

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July 9.  Early train to Newcastle-
on-Tyne en route for Norway. Met
at Newcastle by Elder J. B. B Walton,
an old-time school-mate at the B.Y
Academy, now missionary president of the
Newcastle district, and by Elders Meeks and 
others. Spent the day with these brethren,
partly at the Conference house 37 Caven-
dish Road, Jesmond, where they keep
Bachelor's Hall in excellent style, and
partly visiting places of interest. We
saw the old castle, the stone stair-case
connected in legend with the exploits
of Dick Turpin, the monuments, promin-
ent among which is that of Earl Grey:
then we had a pleasant walk through
Jesmond Dene – a park with enough
of Nature left in it to be natural.
Viewed also the old-time locomotive mounted
in the Central Station. An inscription
declares that this was one of the first
engines made and operated by George
Stephenson: it stands on portions of
the original rails. At 6 p.m. I took
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1898. July 9.

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leave of the brethren at the station
and boarded the train for Albert Edward
Dock and at 6.30 went on board the
Yachting S. S. "Venus" of "Det Bergenske
Dampskibsselskab". Pleasant ride down
the Tyne. Before we left the mouth
however we <were> seized by the North Sea
furies, and for the rest of the day were
entirely at their mercy. I plan a
short visit to the Bratlands Valley
and the principal fiords of western
Norway.
July 10. - Sunday. A day of disturbed
emotions. For the greater part the
sky was clear, but the sea was in 
a turmoil. Practically everybody was
sick.
July 11. At 12.10 London time (1.10 local
time a.m.) the "Venus" tied up at the
Stavanger pier: at that hour there
was enough morning light to
enable us to read small print with
ease. About a dozen passengers, in-
cluding myself left the vessel for
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1898. July 11.

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the side journey; most of us took
rooms at the Grand Hotel (where our
hotel coupons are negotiable), and went
to bed by broad daylight. Surely such is
not indicative of late hours. However,
the sun was shining brightly long
before I went to sleep. After break-
fast I visited a number of places of
interest:- the cathedral; the museum;
etc, the parks, the streets, and the fish
market. The independent fishermen
come in, each in his little l row boat
or small sail craft, with his live fish
in a water-filled compartment. As cus-
tomers approach, the fish are lifted
out in a dip net; and each fish as
purchased is quickly killed by having
its head turned back so as to break its
neck. I observed a disinclination on the
part of buyers to take a fish that was
not vigorous in the water. Fish are
very cheap; fine mackerel were sold, – half
a dozen for 50 öre (15-cents.) Stavanger
is very hilly; narrow streets: houses almost
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Carts and low 4-wheeled wagons used
for drayage, each drawn by a single
horse, – sturdy little beast, usually with
highly roached mane, very like the Fin-
nish pony: harnessed without tugs,
fastened to shafts, but without the arch
or duga so common in Finland and
Russia. Shafts are very heavy, & short:
a very short strap (perhaps it may be 
called a trace) passes from the collar
to the end of the shaft, which reaches
to the line of the cart-saddle- just 
back of the animal's withers. This
arrangement of heavy shafts etc. appears
inferior to the light Russian shafts,
equalized by the duga, and strengthened
by the straps running to the wheel
nave. The region is typically glacial:
country rock – granites and schists. I
photographed a great "traveled boulder" 
on one of the streets, houses have been
built against it; and it serves as one
wall of a hen coop.
	At 2 p.m. took passage for Sand
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by the little steamer "Skjold." A 
charming 5 hours ride, between and
among islands innumerable: through
narrow sea passages, with an occasional
glimpse of the ocean to the west; past
the entrances to great fiords (fjords) among
them the Ids, Hille, Fister, Narstrands,
and Sands Fjords. The last named we
entered and followed to the village of
Sand, when the fjord forks forming
the Hyls (S.E.) and Saude (N.) Fjords.
After my glimpse of the coasts of Sweden
and Finland last year I have greatly desired
a sight of the western fjords of Norway.
My wish is being gratified: I find my pre-
conceived idea a very correct one. The fiords
are great canyons, with a water floor,
enabling us to float far up along
the mountain sides. Walls in places
very precipitous; and again rounded into
typical sheepbacks, with a top dressing
of perched boulders. Hills are mostly
bare: lightly wooded in places, pines
spring up from the clefts. Where debris
has accumulated the spots are cultivated
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※  Children were still playing
outside the hotel at midnight
and boys and girls rowing in the
fiord at a later hour still.








			
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and small homes have been established.
Sands is a little village of wooden houses
at the mouth of the Logen said to be
a fine salmon stream. Took room at the
Kaarhus Hotel, a huge wooden structure
spacious and comfortable, painted on the
outside, but without the least covering to
on the boards within; bare floors, with
a tiny square of carpet or a woolen shawl
in  each bedroom. Supper of fish from 
the neighboring fiord, cooked in a
delicious style, said to be characteristic
of the country, highly praised by Mathew,
Williams and other writers, and I believe
with good reason. After supper I 
enjoyed a climb to the top of a knoll;
rich in the legends of the Ice Kings'
rule. There I saw the sun sink
behind the enl mountains at 8.45;
then back to the hotel to write
up my journal, which I finish here,
sitting by a western window, by
the daylight at exactly ten minutes
past eleven o'clock. ※		(
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1898.

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July 12.  Early start from Sand. I 
have fallen into company with three
travelers following my route, a Mr.
Whitcumb, <of Croydon> a Mr Blych <of Hamstead, London> and Rev Mr Bone
of <Bishops'> Forthill Wilts. We traveled together
today, starting from Sand in two Stolk-
jaerres (literally translated "stool chairs")
This vehicle is a two wheeled affair, a
sort of cart, with a seat for two, and
a tiny perch for the driver behind,
the reins passing between the passen-
gers. The "Rev." and myself were seat-
mates and most of the time was
spent in a discussion of Mormonism.
My companion had the usual misappre-
hension of our religion and people: he
expressed himself as pleased with and
enlighted by our conversation.
The journey to Osen on Lake Suldal
(2¼ hours) lay along the Logen river with
its fine cascades, and numerous fine
views. A drizzling rain and heavy
clouds obscured to some extent
the view, yet lent a peculiar charm
to the general landscape. Arrived 
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※ The coffin
presented this
form in end
section:—
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at Osen 12 m; and remained for the
evening boat. Pleasant occupation
exploring the numerous ravines and
hills: all telling the same story of
ince work. Diminuitive grist mills, and
occasional saw mills are met with in
the course of the turbulent mountain
rivulets; sometimes these are not more
spacious than an ordinary hen coop.
At Osen, an imposing mountain mass
reminds one of a dwarfed "El Capitan."
Osen marks the lower end of the 
lake (Suldal), and the head of this lower
section of the Logen; lake is here scarce
wider than the river. Saw a Norwegian
funeral, evidently of the poorer classes:
procession was a loose one: first went
four men, with open hymn books
singing dolefully: then came two others
drawing an ordinary cart by the
handle shafts: on the cart was the
coffin, a common structure of plain
wood stained black: and of somewhat
peculiar shape※: with cord handles.
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				July 12.

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There was no draping of coffin or
cart. Following the bier came twenty
or thirty men and women and a few chil-
dren: the women and girls each wore
a black head kerchief. My ministerial
friend and I followed the procession to
the churchyard, – almost a mile; singing
by the men was kept up all the way.
At the gate the coffin was lifted
to the ground, and the cart trundled to
one side: then the company fell into
conversation seemingly neglectful of the
dead: two of the men went off and in
ten minutes or more returned with the
priest: in the mean time others had pro-
cured a number of spades and shovels. 
The priest came up smiling and shook
hands with several; he wore a black
robe with a voluminous white roll
like a ruffle about the neck, and
a high silk hat. Singing was resumed:
& the coffin was carried to the grove
by four men by two ropes passed
through the handles. Following the
coffin came the priest and the
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				July 12.

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crowd. The body was immediately
lowered into the grave; then came
singing by the company, a prayer
and a long address by the priest: then
another prayer, and the grave was
closed. My friend of the Church of
England was shocked at the seeming
informality of the affair.    At 5 pm
we took boat "Suldal" for passage
via Lake Suldal to Naes. Stormy weather
marring much of the scenic grandeur.
Yet it was <a> grand sight. Arrived at
Naes at 7.30: took quarters at the
Batlandsval Hotel. Evening meal
on the Smorgasbord plan. Stormy
evening. I write this in my bedroom,
overlooking the lake, with the stately
mountains rising beyond. Outside
there is a mighty anthem of wind
and beating water, with a stage
setting of moving clouds and droop-
ing mists; and a heavy downpour.
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July 13. Early start: stolkjaerre style, Mr
Bone & self together. Drove to Hörre (Breiford)
at first stage. Road reveals mountains
and valley scenery, reputed as amongst
the best of such to be seen in Norway.
Our course lay through the famed
Bratlandsdal, with its picturesque vales,
its turbulent stream, – the Bratlands –
Elv, marked by many rapids and cascades,
and augmented by numerous streams from
great water-falls. Road itself is well
kept: narrow, and guarded on the preci-
pice side by massive stones. Took lunch
at Breiford Hotel, Hörre, or as sometimes
written Røldal. Then proceeded by the
winding road up the Hörrebrekkene, then
over the snow fields at the summit:
the road is at present open, though
as shown by the snow sleds kept for
use, passengers have often to leave
the wheeled vehicles, and take to the
sleds. Very steep ascent: had to walk
most of way. Then follows a rapid
fall to Seljestad: After an hours' stop
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※ Road in places is very narrow, and
is cut in the rock. A plate set in
face of cliff marks place at which
a German lieutenant lost his life
by running off while riding a bicycle: he
was dashed to death in the rushing
stream. A rope is now stretched along the
top of the stone pillars round the
sharp curve. Body was not found
until 3 months later.      





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at this place we changed vehicles &
horses, and drove on to Odda. Charming
scenery: magnificent peaks, and roaring
waterfalls among the latter, Esplandfos
and Lotefos. ※ Arrived at Odda (or Odde)
10 p.m:  took quarters at the Hardanger
Hotel. Good accommodations: largest
and best conducted hotel yet visited in
Norway.	 Many of the houses are
roofed with slabs of the schistose rock
so abundant here. Small and otherwise
less pretentious structures are covered with
irregular slabs: better buildings have
well trimmed pieces, rectangular, or with
a curved ornamental lower edge; the
slabs are 1 to 1½ inch in thickness. Cottages
of the poor and out-buildings are roofed
with birch bark on which a thick
layer of turf is placed. Such a roof
supports a garden of grass, weeds and
wild flowers. 	Hay is cured by being
hung by hand on long hurdle like frames:
5 to 6 ft. high: 20 to 30 ft. long. Women
and children are employed in gathering
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July 14. A busy day. Early start to
the Buarbrae Glacier. Examination of many
ancient moraines; then up the Jordal
Valley, between the towering peaks —
Eidesnut, and Jordalsnut. Mr Bone accom –
panied me to the end of the glacier: then
he returned and I had the rest of the day
to myself on the glacier. The Buarbae is
a typical glacier: though small it presents
more of the characteristic features than does
many a larger stream of ice. The Ur-
botten, a huge rocky mass divides the
ice river in its upper part, and the
separate streams come together again
as independent tributaries, forming
a very large medial moraine. Enormous
lateral fissures: good photographs secured.
Glacier is receding: fresh exposure of
moraine and bed. Immense caverns, partly
due to the inflow of streams coming down
as great waterfalls on the side and
finding an entrance to swell the sub-
glacial stream. Beautifully carved ter-
mination or snout: big stream of milky water <(
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Difficult to traverse the ice: many
surface streams finding their way into
crevasses: today heavy rains, and a very
strong wind added to the troubles. I was
alone: and on a few occasions began to
think I had been unduly rash in making
an attempt to traverse the glacier: but
now I have nothing more serious to re-
member than a few narrow escapes from
slipping into crevases, and a very
respectable degree of fatigue. I write
this at the close of the day, after a
refreshing rest aided by a good Norwegian
dinner in which reindeer meat, goat's milk,
and a cheese made from the latter, were 
notable items. 		Here as in other
spots, I note the care with which every
bit of available ground is cultivated. I have
roughly measured some little patches of
potatoes etc, each not more than 2 square 
yards. Every bit of soil,-  a talus pile, a
sheltered nook under a great rock, where
the soil is held is made use of. Along the
roads between villages, every talus is worked for
the gravel there obtainable, and this is
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July 15. Spent day in neighborhood
of Odda; examined the ancient glacier
moraines which here abound. These depos-
its are so numerous that every cottager
seems to have appropriated a section
of one for a garden plot. Here as
elsewhere one sees many arrangement
for the transfer of daily products Etc.
from the mountain sides to the valleys,
usually consisting of a start wire,
(half as thick as little finger) with
a windlass at either end. The yacht-
ing steamer "Vega" arrived this morn-
ing. On this we sail at 6 p.m. for
the northern fiords.
There is a retention of national
characteristics in dress, which to say
the least produces a picturesque
and pleasing effect. The woman's
apparel of note includes a red
bodice, sleveless and tight-fitting: this
is worn over a white waist, to which
is added a white skirt, or a black
skirt with snowy apron. The crimson
bodice cut low in front, is richly
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bedecked with beads and other bril-
liant attachments; and is bordered
with variegated material: bangle
brooches, sometimes as large as the
palm of the hand are worn on
the breast; and a bright belt with
ornamental buckles, set with many
imitation precious stones encircles
the waist. The costume includes large
and significant head dresses; that
of the married woman consisting 
of a large spreading cap with
cape behind; all white and starched.
Here we see the Hardanger costume
of which there are variations in other
parts; this however (the Hardanger)
is regarded as most characteristically
national, as it is most elaborate.
This dress is worn by the attend-
ants at hotels etc; and very generally
we are told, by the women on
Sundays and holidays. Filigree
silver work, birch bark and wooden
carved articles etc; are offered for
sale in great variety. There seem <108>

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[The page is written upside down]
※ Such a stove appears in
front section thus:—
A	Fire box: supported on legs C:
	provided with ash pit B, and 
	front damper D and feeding
	door E.
F:F':	Smoke channels from
	fire box to upper chamber
	G from which leads the
	pipe H to chimney.
I	Doors in front: usually
	of open iron work, or of
	register style: opening
	into cupboard-like com-
	partments, used for warming
	drying etc.

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to be many varieties of stoves:
but the better kind of heating stoves,
seen in sitting rooms, hotels etc,
consists of a small fire box, with
upright attachments leading to a
height of 6 ft. or more: the pipe
is attached at the top communicating
with a box into which two smoke
channels lead from the fire box. X
Left Odde at 6 o'clock by steamer "Vega":
followed Sor Fiord to its juncture with the
larger Hardanger fiord: thence to Eide.
Night journey down the magnificent
Hardanger, then up the Bjorne fiord,
and in and out among the islands to
Bergen. A large party of American
travelers left the steamer at Eide
for an overland journey; their depart-
ure was openly made a subject of
rejoicing among the other passengers;
by whom it is claimed that the Americans
have been exceedingly inconsiderate, and
otherwise offensive. This is a very
common complaint regarding my country-
men and women; and while I believe that

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much of it is due to a misapprehension
of the American frankness and vivacity
I am sure that the improper actions and the
offensive familiarity of some of our people
give rise to many stories of undignified
behavior. Evening journey showed many
snow patches, each with a small streamer
– an incipient glacier: approaching the
"hanging glacier" type.
July 16.	Reached Bergen 4.30 a.m.
left 2½ hours later; we are to return
hither. Many of the passengers left
the steamer for an overland journey
to Gudvangen, via Stalheim; but the
threatening weather promised so little
that I concluded to keep to the coast.
Course lay among the many islands, –
spectres, or at best skeletons of sunken
land masses. Here and there we had
glimpses of the open sea, and felt the
swell of the ocean. This coast deserves
its fame as a theatre of mighty ocean
conquests of the land; and the suggestion
of Le Conte is apt, that the sea has
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already eaten through the backbone
of the Scandinavian land mass, and is
already <now> gnawing among the ribs on
the eastern side. Then we traversed
the great Sogne fiord, and turned into
the Naero fiord, reaching Gudvangen
at 6 p.m. The Naero fiord (narrow fiord) is
in places less than 1000 yards in width:
it is spoken of as the grandest of the
Sogne ramifications. Waterfalls in
great number add to the beauty, and
snow capped mountains form a fitting
background to the picture. Gudvangen
is a tiny village, at the head of the Naero
fiord: here as in other parts, the water
is deep to the very head of the fiord.
Mountains rise on either side 5000 ft. or
more: and so completely shut in the
place, that no sun light reaches the
village during winter. Went ashore
and explored for a short distance the
Naerodal (Narrow valley). Here the Naer—
odal costume is worn by the women, –
less elaborate than the Hardanger.
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July 17 Sunday:–  Morning walk
up the Naersdal to Stalheim, from
which latter place a most imposing
veiw is obtained. In early afternoon
the vessel left; and retracing its
way down the Naersfiord, entered the
Sogne, and turned into the Fjaerlands
fiord, following the last named to
its head. Excellent view of the twin
glaciers Bojurns, and Suphelle,
seemingly descending from the same
snow field. The Sulphelle appears to 
be a recemented glacier. Fjaerlands
fiord is one of the most imposing 
seen. Night journey down the Sogne
fiord, between the islands facing the
open sea, northward to the Nord fiord,
July 18: - thence the sto Stor fiord, and down up
its southern branches the Jorund and
the Sunde, the latter narrowing to
the Geiranger fiord, - one of the best.
Waterfalls line the walls of the
Geiranger, prominent among them
are the Seven Sisters cascades. Stops
were made at the little hamlets

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				July 18 (cont.)

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July 18. 	Oie and Hellesylt, between
which places many of the passengers
traveled overland. A halt of six (6)
hours was made at Merok, situated
at the head of the Geiranger fiord.
In every instance the fiord holds deep
water to its termination, where it
receives a stream. Glacial moraines
abound near the head of the fiord.
Impressive experience, steaming along
in deep water, almost within boat-
hook distance of the rocky wall;
such a condition was seen in our
journey up the Geiranger.
July 19.  Morning run up the
Molde fiord thence into the Romsdal
to Naes. Heavy rain, and thick
clouds forbade the land excursions
planned for this place. A few
of the great mountains, notably
the Romsdalhorn were dimly
seen. Arrived at Naes 8 a.m. program
provided for a stay until 4 p.m; but
owing to rainy condition, the "Vega" left
at noon, and proceeded to Molde.
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At Molde, a stay of 8 hours enabled
us to go ashore; where in spite of
rain we visited places of interest in
the town and suburbs. Left Molde
at midnight.
July 19. 20.	Reached Trondhjem at noon.
This marks the northern limit of
our cruise; lat. 63° 26' N. Spent the
afternoon in the town. My first call
was at the Tourist Office for letters;
among them was one from home
dated June 26: on which date all were
well. Thanks for good news. Visited
the cathedral; said to  be the largest
national building in Norway; very
old; commenced about 1000 A.D. now
however so completely renovated
as to show but few evidences of
antiquity. Streets of Trondhjem are
wide; generally intersecting at right
angles. Buildings mostly of wood.
Stiftsgaard – a large wooden struct-
ure is the royal abode in this
the most northerly of the great
towns of Europe. During the

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afternoon I witnessed four funerals,
two of poor people; two of those who
were counted among the better classes.
Coffin in each case was conveyed on
a wheeled bier; in the cases of the poor
the bier was open; it was draped as
were the horses; in the others a glass-
walled hearse was used. All the
followers were on foot: evidently the
principal services were held at
the residence; priests (usually two)
followed; dressed as described under July
12. At the grave the coffin was
immediately lowered; then followed
singing by male voices only, prayer,
a short address, benediction and singing.
In the cemetery the cross is shown on
the monuments; these are of wood,
or, more generally of iron; sometimes of
stone. Took supper at the Hjörten
restaurants, when our ship's coupons
are available, then witnessed a
concert at the Hjorten Tivoli. Back
to the boat at 11.30 p.m; still
broad daylight. Experimented on the
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taking of photographs by day-
light at midnight. There is some-
thing impressive about the city
at night in daylight, yet generally
silent. One fancies himself in
a deserted town, or in a city of
the dead.
July 21. Spent day in town and
suburbs, — stone quarries; course of
the river Nid etc. Enquiring as to
the principal suburbs and adjacent
towns worth visiting I was politely
told to "go to Hell." The place with
the ominous name proved to be a 
very interesting village. By a strange
condition of things, the most convenient
trains for the place, the excursion
trains and the like run mostly on
Sundays. In the matter of climate
there has been some misrepresenta—
tion:– overcoats are a necessity
there at this season. At midnight
the "Vega" turned her prow south-
ward, and began the return 
journey.					(116)

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1898.

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July 22.  	Stops were made at
Christiansund, and Aalesund:
with turn at each place for shore
visits. At Aalesund, with the assist-
ance of two fellow passengers, I
caught a Medusa of large size,
– nearly 2 ft. diameter, and 4–5 feet
streamers.
July 23. Morning arrival at Bergen
where the day was spent. Centre
of fishing trade: dried fish tied in
bundles like cord wood; fresh fish
in great variety. Visited churches;
public buildings etc; including
Hanseatic Museum, Bergen Museum
and Art Gallery. Spent considerable
time in the great Exposition (Inter-
national Fisheries Exhibition, with
Norwegian Industrial Exhilituri) Aside
from the ordinary trades displays,
I was most impressed by the fish-
eries exhibit; and the excellent
showing of Sloyd work done in
the Norwegian schools. The
educational exhibits were generally very good. <(
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Rain has pursued us through
a great part of our cruise. This
day has been very wet. In common
with friends, I was glad to get back
to the shelter of the boat in the even-
ing. Sailed at 9 p.m.
July 24. Sunday. Pioneer day at home,
with me a day of disturbed emotions.
Worst sea-passage I have ever ex-
perienced.
July 25. Landed at Newcastle,
7 a.m. Elders from the office met
me at the station. At the church
office I found Pres. McMurrin from
Liverpool, and a number of elders
and saints from the conference.
In accordance with a wish expressed
by the church officials at home,
and by the authorities here, I consented
before leaving for Norway to deliver
on my return to England a lecture
on Utah topics, in a few of the
cities of England. I had not antici-
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PROGRAMME OF DR. TALMAGE'S LECTURE TOUR.

THE following is the complete list of bookings for the lecture entitled
"Utah and its People," to be delivered by Dr. James E. Talmage, in some
of the principal cities of the United Kingdom.
Newcastle-on-Tyne 	Lovaine Hall,							Monday, 		July 25.
Norwich 				Victoria Hall,							Tuesday,		July 26.
London				Clerkenwell Town Hall, Roseberry Avenue,	Wednesday, 	July 27.
Bristol				Vestry Hall, Pennywell Road, 			Thursday, 	July 28.
Nottingham 			Mechanic's Hall,						Friday, 		July 29.
Leeds				Temperance Hall, Leeds Road, 			Saturday, 	July 30.
Oldham				Unity Hall, King Street, 					Sunday, 		July 31.
Sheffield 			Arcade Hall, Barnsley,					Monday, 		August 1.
Glasgow													Tuesday, 		August 2.
Belfast				White Hall Buildings, Anne Street,		Wednesday, 	Aug. 3.
Liverpool												Friday, 		August 5.

[The following is written sideways next to above]
From
	"Millennial Star"
		July 21, 1898.
[The following is written towards the bottom of page]
1898. July 25.

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arrangements as has been made
for me. In Newcastle I find flaming
posters and hand bills announcing
a lecture tonight, and similar an-
nouncements I am told have been
made in eight other English cities
as well as in Glasgow and in Bel-
fast. The lecture is entitled "Utah
and its people": to be illustrated
by stereopticon views. The pictures
I brought with me from Utah; the
authorities here have purchased a
stereopticon, and have detailed Elder
Robert Anderson of Logan, at present a
laborer in the London conference
to operate the instrument. Lecture
tonight was given in Loraine Hall,
the audience was a surprise to all
of us; indeed fears had been expressed
that an audience could not be
brought together for a lecture at
this season; and I am told that local
lecture associations have assured
the brethren who made enquiry, (
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that the futility of attempts at
summer lectures had been fully
demonstrated. I am in no way res-
ponsible for the plans made, but
I trust the wisdom of the mission
officers who have gone ahead with
the arrangements. Certainly tonights
audience was all that could be
desired both as to size as also
and particularly as to quality:
The people gave their attention
and showed marked sympathy with
the subject applauding the des-
criptions of Mormon suffering and
perseverance, and cheering the men-
tion of the great leader Brigham
Young. Pres. McMurrin and the elders
are enthusiastic in their satisfaction.
A great and unusual counter attraction
tonight made the large attendance
the more gratifying. Bro. Anderson
went forward by midnight train
with the apparatus to prepare for
tomorrow night in Norwich. I "put up"
at the Tyne Temperance Hotel. 
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1898.

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July 26, Morning meeting with and
parting from the brethren at the
station. Bro. Mc Murrin returned to
Liverpool: I went on to Norwich.
Arrived at 6p.m. Lecture given in
Victoria hall: fully 800 present,- a 
full house. Same gratifying success.
Verdict of the elders is that good
has been done by the removal of
prejudice. Bro. Anderson and I even
entertained at the house of Mr. &
Mrs. J. S. Copsey who and whose fam-
ily, particularly the son Charles W.-
while not members of the church 
have shown their great sympathy
with the work of the resident elders.
We were treated as honored friends:
and were kept in not unwilling con-
versation on the principles of the gos-
pel until nearly 2.am. Elder Porter of
Davis Co. now presiding here, and his 
associates have been earnest and ef-
ficient in advertising and preparing
otherwise for the lecture. Elder Porter
acted as chairman tonight.

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July 27. Early parting from our
good friends. Mr. Copsey and his son
with a large body of the elders ac-
companied us to the station. Pro-
ceeded to London. Until an hour
before the time set for tonight's lec-
ture I was busily but vainly trying
to dispose of business for which I had
confidently expected to have at least
two days on my return from the
continent. Meeting tonight was
held in the new Clerkenwell Town
Hall. Mr. Tripp, one of the town
councilmen presided. He has visited
Utah and spoke in warm praise
of the state and the people both
before and after the address. It has
been my expressed wish <that> wherever
possible a local official or otherwise
prominent man of the place be
asked to take the chair; indeed it has
been deemed wise to keep the "Mormon"
element in the background through-
out the lecture tour. The audience
tonight was as enthusiastic as (
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were those of Newcastle and Norwich.
Not a sign of dissent nor a symptom
of opposition asserted itself. As in
the other places, some seats were reserved
at a nominal charge of sixpence;
the rest of the seats being free. When
tonight the chairman announced at
the close of the meeting that those
who had not purchased reserved-seat
tickets could contribute to the expenses
of the hall if they so desired, there
was a strong expression of approval
and a fair contribution was made.
As on previous occasions a number
of people came to the stand to
congratulate me, and not a few
expressed satisfaction with my work
in the "Christian Herald." This I had to
disavow; they evidently mistake me
for T. De Witt Talmage, the Brooklyn
preacher; though such a mistake
is hardly excusable, for in all ad-
vertisements my name has been given
with initials; but if there be any
excuse for the mistake before the
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lecture was given, one would think
the favorable treatment of the
Mormons given in the address would
disabuse the minds of such people
for the Brooklyn Talmage is known
as an inveterate hater of the Latter-
day Saints. 	Spent the night at
the Home and Colonial Hotel,
Euston.
July 28. Proceeded to Bristol, Bro.
Anderson going ahead by an earlier
train. I arrived at 4 p.m. Received
and entertained at the temporary home
of Elder W. Knight (missionary presi-
dent here) and his sister Inez with
her missionary companion Miss Brim-
hall. Before the meeting, some
fear was expressed that a disturb-
ance was likely to occur. Much
opposition has been shown toward
the missionaries here, and I find by
enquiry that in advertizing the
lecture through distribution of
bills etc; the missionaries have
made themselves very conspicuous. (
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Some of the noisy characters who
have been persistently annoying
the missionaries here have been
loud in their promises to be present
and make it hot for the lecturer
if he said anything favorable of
the Mormons. Bristol is regarded
as the chief seat of opposition
in the British mission at present.
Then further, through a misunder-
standing of the counsel sent out by
Pres. McMurrin, no charge has been
announced, no reserved seats promised,
but a free for all invitation extended.
The lecture was held in Vestry Hall;
there was a large attendance; some-
what noisy at the start. Elder Pike
presided; and for some reason he was
unable to speak loud enough to be
heard, though usually, I am told, he
has a very powerful voice; v[---] and
the excuse for crying "Louder!" was
taken advantage of to raise a great
tumult of disorder. After I had
been talking less than ten  (125)

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minutes, during which time the
audience had become quiet; and
when I was beginning to feel that
perhaps the spirit of disturbance
had been divinely overruled, suddenly
with no visible cause apparent to 
me, Bro. Anderson, the lantern operator
sprang up, and seized a man who
had been sitting near him, and
began to hustle the fellow to the
door. The man showed fight, whereupon
Bro. Knight, and a resident elder, Bro.
McCready, gave their aid, and the
man was ejected. Of course there
was an uproar, and some cries of
"Shame!"; the man was old and gray
and therefore the sympathies of those
who had perceived no cause for the
summary ejection, were with the man.
I deemed it proper to summon Ander-
son to the platform, and to show my
disapproval of his act. This mollified
the disgruntled part of the audience
to some extent, and soon good order <
>
was restored. On subsequent enquiry

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I found that the fellow was a 
chronic disturber of the meetings called
by the elders, and that at the door
tonight he had shouted derision about
Mormons and their many wives. Anderson
says the fellow kept mumbling about
"Brigham and his wives," until he (Ander-
son) could stand the abuse no longer.
I am of the opinion that the act
was hasty and unnecessary. The sym-
pathies of the great majority of the
audience were with the lecturer and
his subject: but, when the pictures
of Brigham Young's statue and grave
were shown, there was a loud his-
sing. This was drowned in the ap-
plause of the majority, which fact
with a gentle rebuke from the plat-
form seemed to be decisive, and there-
after only applause greeted the mention
of the pioneer leader and his achiev-
ments. This is practically my first
experience with an unruly audience,
and but a small part of this con-
gregation was of that nature. (
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1898. July 28.

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To my own surprise I was but little
disturbed by the noisy interruptions.
I felt so secure in the thought that
the spirit of peace would finally
prevail. I consider this nights' meeting
one of the most successful thus far
held; opposition manifested itself but
was overruled by the better influences.
July 29. 	Proceeded to Nottingham;
arriving at 3 p.m. Pres. Mc Murrin arrived
from Liverpool later.   Arrangements made
for lecture in Mechanics' Hall. I found
awaiting me a letter from my friend
and former associate in the Museum's 
Assn. <Prof. Carr.> asking me to accept the hospit-
ality of his home while I was in the city.
I felt compelled to decline as otherwise
my time would hardly be my own. Prof.
J. W. Carr is of the staff of University
College here. I asked him to act as chair-
man of the lecture meeting tonight,
and <to> such he agreed. We learn that
opposition to Mormon preaching had
been shown here; and that specific
threats of interference tonight (
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had been made. We were told
that committees had been formed
to cry down the lecturer if he favored
the Mormon side. There was an
audience of fully 800 present. Some little
disturbance was caused while the
chairman was speaking: and there was
an occasional interruption through
noisy movements, and a hiss or two
at the mention of Brigham Young.
At the close of the meeting several
of the would-be disturbers tried to
make a sensation; and this was to
some extent aided by the inverse 
zeal of some of our elders who got
into argument with the noisy roughs.
Then it was seen that most of the
disturbers were of the notorious "Jarman"
band; they were busy distributing
tracts and other anti-Mormon liter-
ature at the doors. Prof. and Mrs. Carr
were very desirous of getting me safely
away, offering to escort me to a cab
for fear of possible assault from the
roughs who they say are called (129)

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1898 		July 29.

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"Nottingham lambs," I declined all
such precautions; and results showed
that I was justified in so doing.
The incipient disturbances during
the lecture all came from the back
seats, – the free seats. Prof. Carr says
that free lectures are not in favor with
the orderly people, as the "riff-raff"
will be sure to gather on such
occasions; even for University lectures
they make a nominal charge for
seats. 	I was placed for the night
at <a> private lodging house on Blue
Bell Hill. No. 36; – a house patronized
by our elders.
July 30.	Morning visit to University
college under the guidance of Prof.
Carr. Then Bros. McMurrin and Anderson
and I went on to Bradford. Took
room at the Hey Temperance Hotel.
Night lecture at Temperance Hall,
attendance 500–600. Excellent attention;
not a symptom of disturbance.
The brethren are elated. Pres. Mc
Murrin acted as chairman.

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1898.

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July 31. Sunday. Morning meeting
with the brethren at the Conference
house. Then left for Oldham, where
we arrived at 3.15. Pres. Mc Murrin
hurried with me by cab to the church
meeting house, where the saints and
others were assembled. We had been
expected to arrive before the meeting,
but the irregularities of Sunday trains
have delayed us. I was kindly but
hastily taken to the stand, and
within a few minutes after arrival
was addressing the saints. The lecture
had been announced for 6.30; on our
way to the hall Bro. Mc Murrin & I
were met by a messenger sent to
say that the house was already crowded,
then but 6.15. The hall proprietors
claim that they had 1500 seats; these
were filled; many stood in the aisles,
and we were told afterward that
hundreds were turned away unable
to find entrance. The audience
excelled in quality as in numbers.
Elder Owen acted as chairman. (
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X An organization known as
the "Pleasant Sunday Afternoon
Association" has given many
sabbath-day entertainments here
we were told..
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Strictest attention was given through-
out. The brethren pronounce the meet-
ing a great success. I record these
evidences of good results, with no thought
of self complacency, but to show
that those in authority who planned
the lectures, even in spite of great
discouragement due to the unseason-
able time, were properly inspired. I
know to whom thanks are due for
the measure of success attending
the undertaking, and reverently I
give thanks to Him. While it was
decided to  avoid, in general, appoint-
ments for Sunday evening lectures,
the conditions here appeared to favor
such an appointment as similar
meetings have been held under other
auspicest <x> After the lecture, there
was a pleasant gathering of saints
at the home of Bro. & Sis. Collins
recent converts; I was entertained there
for the night. A great many elders
are present in Oldham at present,
they having come in from contiguous (132)
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1898.

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August 1. Morning visit to Oldham
headquarters for the church, where
a priesthood meeting was held.
By request I addressed the meeting.
Then McMurrin, Anderson & I proceeded
to Barnsley. I was "located" at a 
private boarding house, 13 South St.
Added to the unfavorable condition
of the summer season, this day is
a "bank holiday," and fears for the
attendance at the lecture have been
expressed. A good audience filling the
Arcade Hall greeted me this evening.
The meeting was pronounced a success
Prof- J.H. Paul officiated as chair-
man. With all respect for and ap-
preciation of his efficient presidency,
I was slightly disappointed in the
approach to what seemed to me
lack of discretion in his introductory
remarks. He urged the people, and
in a manner savoring of warning
if not of threat, to preserve order:
stating that laughter and boisterous
conduct would not be tolerated, and 
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<x> In my opening remarks, I sought to
mollify the feelings of the audience
by letting them that I was an
Englishmen born, and that I had
full confidence in the behaviour
of my fellow-Britishers. I laughing
by explained that the Chairman 
was not an Englishman, and
therefore ought to be excused for
any fears he may have had. 
The audience cheered, and good-will
was enlisted.







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appealing to the people to sup-
port the chairman in his deter–
mination to suppress any disorder
that might arise. Had the audience
been of the inflammatory kind
such a remark would have proved
a spark, possibly leading to a 
conflagration.※ However, all resulted
well.	Letters from Wife and son
Sterling dated July 17 brought
welcome news.
August 2. A day of bustle and
anxiety. I have been "billed" <for> tonight
in Glasgow. Pres. Mc Murrin took
the responsibility of arranging for
the departure of Anderson and self,
he (Mc Murrin) returning to Liverpool
by an early train. We were to take
the 9.37 express, and a cab was to
call for us at 9 a.m. All worked
well seemingly; we were at the
station ready to start at 9.12.
& then learned that the train had
left at 9.07. No other train for
Glasgow left before 12.53 and 
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AN ILLUSTRATED LECTURE,
Utah and its People,
CITY HALL, GLASGOW, AUGUST 2ND, 1898,
	BY
Dr. JAS. E. TALMAGE, F.R.S.E., F.G.S.

Mr. SAMUEL M. TAYLOR, U.S. Consul,
	IN THE CHAIR.

PROF. HAROLD RYDER, ORGANIST.

	Programme of Organ Solos.
	FROM 7.30 TO 8.
1. CORONATION MARCH from "Le Profete,"	-	Meyerbeer.
2. OVERTURE,	-	"Bohemian Girl,"	-	-	-	Balfe.
3. CONCERT FANTASIE on Scottish Melodies,	-	A. L Peace.
	("Charlie is my Darling," "Wandering Willie," Robin Adair,"
		"The Piper o' Dundee," "My Love she's but a Lassie yet,"
		War Song, "Wha wadna' Fecht for Charlie?")
	AFTER LECTURE.
4. MARCH MILITAIRE,	-	-	-	-	-	Gounod.
5. OVERTURE to "Masaniello,"	-	-	-	-	-	Auber.
	CONCLUDING WITH
6. GRAND PROCESSIONAL MARCH,	-	-	-	Gounod.

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AN ILLUSTRATED LECTURE,
		    Utah and its People,
CITY HALL, GLASGOW, AUGUST 2ND, 1898,
				 BY
Dr. JAS. E. TALMAGE, F.R.S.E., F.G.S.

     Mr. SAMUEL M. TAYLOR, U.S. Consul,
			IN THE CHAIR.

	PROF. HAROLD RYDER, ORGANIST. 





					1898.  	Aug. 2.

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that scheduled to reach destination
at 7.35 p.m. Evidently Mc Murrin
had mistaken the time. Telephoned 
Liverpool and Glasgow and waited
in anxious impatience. In the interval
we attended a council meeting
of the brethren; and by request
addressed the meeting. Train was
late in starting, and fell more
and more behind schedule time.
I had been informed that the
Glasgow meeting had been ar-
ranged under somewhat "distin-
guished auspices": — a fine hall
of fashionable pretension had been
engaged; the United States Consul
was to preside; a professor of music
was to perform. the meeting was
to be a "dress affair," and double
charge for reserved seats had been
announced. A special request from
Pres. McKay reached me, that I
"come to Glasgow early" to meet
certain distinguished people
before the lecture etc. Yet we (
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[The following is written upside down]
1898 Aug. 2.

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found ourselves doomed to be late,
and through no fault of ours.
Fortunately Bro. Anderson and I 
had a compartment to ourselves:
Near 8 o'clock I resolved to dress
for the lecture as best I could
on the train. Dusty and black
from the 220 miles ride I made use
of a rain storm then in progress
and "hung myself" out of the windows
cathing the falling water on
face and hands: that was the
best available approach to a
wash; then donned a dress suit,
and persuaded myself that I was 
ready. Reached station at 8.20; Elder
Calder met me: we were driven with
all speed to Argyle Hotel, where
we were joined by Mr Samuel M. 
Taylor U.S. Consul; then to the 
city hall arriving at 8.35. An 
expectant audience of <over 1500> 1000 people
(according to the brethren's estimate)
greeted us loudly as we took 
the platform seats. A somewhat

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X After the description of
Brigham Young's pioneer labors and
their results, every mention of 
the great leader's name, and every
display of his statue in the
views were received with loud
applause.

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elaborate program had been pre-
pared; there were six musical
numbers under the direction of
Prof. Harold Ryder; this part
of the proceedings had been
in progress since 7.30. I am sure
the audience would have been
excusable had it indulged in
impatient manifestations. Consul
Taylor made an introductory speech,
and at 8.45 I began. No speaker
could hope for a more attentive,
appreciative or sympathetic
audience.※ It was 10.45 when I
closed; then followed hearty votes
of thanks, a "silver collection" as
had been announced; and more music
as the audience dispersed. The
hall was a magnificent one and
all the preparations were of high
order, and efficiently made In
accordance with instructions tele-
graphed ahead, a screen and a (
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1898.      Aug. 2.

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a local firm, as it was plain
we would have no time to arrange
our own apparatus. The picture
projection tonight was the worst
feature,- far inferior to our own
exhibitions, which Bro. Anderson
has learned to conduct very satis-
factorily. To avoid as far as pos-
sible other risks of delay, I decided
to take night boat for Belfast
where we are to appear tomorrow
night. With too little time to
shake each of the brethren by the
hand, we took cab, and were driven
at a speed that attracted the
attention of the constables, to the
station. Fortunately for us this
time the train was delayed in
starting. At 11.10 we were on our
way to Ardrossan; another experience
in dressing on the train. At 12.15
we were afloat on the channel
(H.M.S. "Hound."):, then for the first
time since leaving Banesley had a 
chance to eat.

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1898.

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August 3. Landed at Belfast
at 5.45 a.m. Jaunting car ride
to 5 My Lady's Road – the conference
head quarters; there we aroused
the brethren who had not expected
us before the afternoon boat. Pres.
McQuarrie, and Elders Nell, Duncan
and Allen took charge of the prepar-
ations; I was installed at the
International Hotel (Temperance)
and promised the day to myself.
I can claim none of the credit for
this close setting of appointments
for places so far apart. There are
strong probabilities of delay in a
journey of 220 miles; and a lecturer
is not likely to be at his best
when called to speak immediately
after such a ride. Yet my time
is limited, and the mission author-
ities were desirous of having the
lecture in as many places as
possible. I feel that all have (
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striven to do their best. Yesterdays
threatened disappointment was a

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1898.   Aug. 3.

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fitting subject of prayer: and I
feel that we were divinely helped.
I have seldom felt better before an
audience than I did last night.
Too much praise cannot be given
the brethren for the energy and
earnestness with which they have
prosecuted the arrangements in
each place. Not only has there
been much and difficult labor
in securing and fitting up of halls,
but the expenses have had to be
guaranteed; and a good part of
such to be paid by the elders.
Pres. McMurrin assures me that
such cost will come out of the
conference funds. I trust that the
sacrifice and effort will not
go unrewarded. Spent part of
the day in the Natural History
Museum, where I renewed acquaint
ance with my friend Mr S. A. Stewart.
He is a venerable man 73 years
old; yet in spirit as young as
a boy.				(140)

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Visited the Belfast Free Read-
ing Room and Museum;– very
interesting collections from the
peat bogs.   Evening lecture in
Whitehall Building;– a full
house, and a most appreciative
audience. Announcements had
been made that all seats
would be free; but a collection
was suggested, and a good con-
tribution was reported. The chair-
man was a Mr Atchison; a non-
member of the church, but a 
professed, and seemingly a
sincere friend of our elders. He
attended the lecture in Newcas-
tle. One aged member of the church,
a brother named Kelly came from the
Isle of Man to attend the lecture.
Many pleasant meetings with the
saints. The elders here located speak
in high praise of the people
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1898.
August 4. Took morning train to
Dublin, at which place I had
hoped to meet a number of
friends whose acquaintance I made
during the meeting of the Museum's
Association in 1894. Most of them
were away from town however. My
principal call today was on Prof. Cun-
ningham at Trinity College. Spent
greater part of the day at Trinity;
visited also Museum, and Phoenix
Park in which the Zoological Gardens
are situated. Took passage on night
boat "Louth" for Liverpool. Bro. Anderson
did not accompany me to Dublin; he
sails tonight from D Belfast for
Liverpool. This is the first evening
since my arrival in Newcastle on the
return from Norway, not occupied in
a public lecture.
August 5. Landed at 7 a.m; spent day
at church office. Proceeded at night
to Wigan, for which place the last
of the promised lectures was announced.
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1898. 	Aug. 5.

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Seven elders and three sisters from the
office accompanied us. At Wigan
we were informed of somewhat unusual
advertising for the occasion. Attention
had been drawn to the event by the
usual posting of placards, distribu-
tion of hand bills, newspaper notices
etc; these had been read by some of
the rabid opponents of the elders here,
whose attacks and attempts at dis-
turbance were as regular as the
meetings held. One of the loudest
of these denouncers had harangued
crowds on the public squares, cal-
ling attention <to> the approaching lec-
ture, and recommending all to at-
tend, promising the people that they
would see the hated Mormons for
once "shown up" in their true light,
and that the other side of their
infamous doctrines would be exposed.
Evidently the fellow's ignorance, and
inattention to names led him to ex- (
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pect a visit from T. De Witt Talmage,

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1898.   	Aug. 5.

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whose anti-Mormon publications,
particularly his "Mormonism, – An
Exposure", are well read here. There
was abundant evidence that the
advertising had been well done; for
in spite of a drenching rain, which
continued in torrents during afternoon,
evening and night, a very large
audience greeted me. The meeting was
held in Public Hall; some of the
gallery seats were empty, but more
people than these would have ac-
commodated crowded the aisles and
the entry. Elder Geo. E. Carpenter of
the Liverpool office served efficient-
ly as chairman. The attention
shown was all that could have
been desired; applause loud and
long greeted the recital of our peoples'
sacrifice, industry, and victory. Not
a sign of disturbance was visible;
<while I was speaking> and this was somewhat surprising
from the fact that the resident
elders here had cause to expect "trouble"
as I was assured before the lecture.
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1898. 	Aug. 5.

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During my preliminary wait in the
ante-room word was brought to me
that an ill-looking fellow (as was
afterward determined he was the same
indefatiguable advertiser) was distrib-
uting anti-Mormon tracts amongst
the gathering audience; at which
information our stalwart friend
Anderson, who had distinguished him-
self at Bristol (July 28) by resolutely
pitching a would-be disturber into the
street, thereby winning for himself
among his missionary associates
the title of "the champion 'chucker'-
out," fairly blazed with the thought
of having another opportunity of show-
ing his prowess. However he was
warned, as were the other brethren,
not to interfere. But as stated, the
meeting <up to the close of my address> was in every appearance
orderly and attentive to the extreme.
At the close of the address the cus-
tomary votes of thanks were given,
and the people began to disperse,
when a man calling in a loud voice
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asked the lecturer if he would ans-
wer a few questions. The audience
quieted down, most of them standing.
I replied that it would give me pleas-
ure to answer as far as able, any
person who desired to investigate the
subject of the evening, provided the
person would come to me, but as I
had not come there to debate I would
positively decline to enter into any
discussion in public. There were many
cries of "Hear, Hear!" and other loud
evidences of approval. The man him-
self seemed to go wild; I saw him
"laying about" him, in a manner
that threatened the safety of those
near him. I requested the chairman
to go and invite the man to meet me
in the ante-room; the invitation was
boisterously declined; the fellow declar-
ing that he had been deceived; he had
come there to hear Mormonism exposed,
and had heard it extolled, and had given
away he said nearly a £1's worth of (
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identified him as their chronic an-
noyer, – one "Heeps" by name. The elders
here located, who by-the-way had
refrained from making themselves
conspicuous during the evening stood
at their door, smilingly enjoying
their triumph.	So ends the
present attempt at lectures on
Utah in foreign parts. I regret
the high pressure and bustle
under which the effort has been
carried out; the results are left
to the Power that can over-rule
all things for good. My satisfaction
will be complete if I find that
this beginning prove to be a
fertilized seed; to be followed by
a good increase of such labor.
Returned to Liverpool in company
with the party from the office
by midnight train. I learn that the
next issue of the "Millenial Star" is
to contain a condensed report on the lectures
<effort> from the several conferences; for future
reference I incorporate such herewith.
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THE LATTER-DAY SAINTS' MILLENIAL STAR.
										P.

		THURSDAY, AUGUST 11, 1898

	THE STEREOPTICON VERSUS PREJUDICE.

IT is a little more than a year ago, that several Elders were discussing
upon missionary topics, and above all as regards what would be the best
policy in order to peacefully combat the extraordinary ideas prevalent in
the world, regarding the moral status of the Latter-day Saints as a people.
The Elders had just returned from an out-door meeting that they had
been attemping to hold, but the proceedings had been broken up by an
individual who had indulged in statements regarding the characters of
these particular Elders and the Saints at large, the accusations made
being of the usual nature indulged in by persons of that ilk. Finally one
Elder broke out with the observation that "the only way to remove this
prejudice was to have some good lectures delivered in the principal cities
of the United Kingdom, and to illustrate the same by stereopticon views
of Utah and her institutions." The suggestion was a good one. At the
convention of the presidency and conference presidents of the British
Mission, held in the Latter-day Saints Chapel, Birmingham, on the 8th to
the 12th inclusive, January, 1898, the matter was thoroughly ventilated
and its adoption, pending the sanction of the First Presidency of the
Church, strongly urged. A petition to the above effect was engrossed
on parchment and sent to the President's office at a later date by a
special messenger.
	On June 18th, 1898, Dr. James E. Talmage arrived in Liverpool per
Cunard S.S. Etruria, having in his possession a set of artistic views of
Utahnian scenery, Mormon enterprises, etc., etc. After a brief stay he
proceeded to Norway with a party of scientists.
	In the meantime preparations were in progress for a succession of lec-
tures to be delivered throughout Great Britain. Within a week, halls
were engaged and saffron-colored two-sheet double-crown posters began
to appear on the dead walls of the prominent cities of England, Scotland
and Ireland. They bore the legend that "Dr. Jas. E. Talmage, F.R.S.E.,
F.G.S., etc., would deliver a lecture on Utah and its people."
	In the meanwhile Elders Geo. Palmer and Robert Anderson, on behalf
of the British Mission, purchased a latest improved stereopticon, together
with all necessary adjuncts connected with the same, the Elders mentioned
donating a part of the purchase money from their own pockets. After all

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preparations were consummated there were a few days remaining wherein
to sit down and anxiously debate over the result of the venture.
	It seemed to be the universally conceded verdict that the tour was ill-
timed, and that discouraging results in the way of slim audiences were
inevitable. It was the wrong time of year for a stereopticon lecture:
darkness did not ensue until 9:15 p.m. "The weather was too hot, and
above all it was the August Bank holiday week, wherein there is a general
migration from town to country and the sea-side, on the part of everyone
who can afford it; why, even the theatres were closed. If it were only in
the winter time, the season of long evenings, the result would be so
different." Such were the words of encouragement received from the
authorities in charge of the various halls engaged. How different the re-
sults really were, will be seen upon another page. Never in the history of
the Church have such a high class array of well known halls been thrown
open for the use of the Latter-day Saints. In almost every case the best
hall that money could furnish in every town had been secured. In Oldham
it is estimated that 700 people were reluctantly turned away from the
doors. It remained for the year 1898 to produce the phenomenal spectacle
of men rising to their feet and cheering the mention of Brigham Young's
name, in conjunction with co-operation, whilst the well known picture of
"Utah's best crop" thrown upon the screen, never failed to create a furore
of enthusiasm. A curious development of the tour was the fact that rabid
anti-Mormons mistook the name of the eminent lecturer for that of a well
known American preacher, whose pamphlet on "Mormonism, an exposure"
is extensively circulated among the credulous. In one case in particular
for a week before the lecture, one of these individuals stood upon the
market place and urged all  passers-by to attend the lecture, and
hear "the truth regarding Mormonism." They attended and cheered the
"truth" to the echo.
	The MILLENNIAL STAR takes this occasion on behalf of the Presidency
of the European Mission and the Elders laboring in Great Britain, to
herewith heartily thank Dr. Talmage for the splendid series of lectures
he has delivered, which have been the means of removing a vast amount
of prejudice, that only otherwise could have been accomplished by a per-
sonal trip to the State of Utah.
	Elder Robert Anderson, who accompanied the distinguished lecturer as
operator, is not to be forgotten, for upon his shoulders rested the mechan-
ical part of the program–lots of honest hard work and little glory, to
pack up the various chattels at midnight, and like the famous Arab,
"silently steal away" to travel eight or nine hours to the next stand;
a little sleep snatched, then the screen to be hung, windows darkened, gas
generated, etc. Such were his "daily round and common task," all true
and faithfully volunteered for the Cause. Both brethren have the hearty
thanks of every member of the Church in the British Isles for their noble
efforts performed during the last twelve days, the results of which labor,
togther with the £87 10s. that has been expended on placing these inter-
esting lectures before the public, cannot be estimated.
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LATTER-DAY SAINTS' MILLENNIAL STAR.  		
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													Aug. 11, 1897.
					LIME-LIGHT VIEWS.

	CHELTENHAM:— We feel safe in saying that the lecture at Bristol passed
off very successfully and our talk with strangers who attended the lecture
proved in very deed that much good was done, for many have expressed
themselves as being highly pleased with Dr. Talmage's eloquent effort.
	There were about six hundred in attendance, and among that number
were some of our bitterest enemies, who still persist in fighting against
things they know to be true; by this we know that the evil one is on the
alert to destroy the good which has been accomplished.
	We do not feel that too much credit could be given Bro. Talmage
for his kindness in bringing such a flood of light to this part of the world,
in regard to Utah and her people. – H.L. JAMES.
	LONDON: The Lecture given by Dr. J. E. Talmage at the Clerkenwell
Town Hall, Roseberry Avenue, London, July 27th, was well attended not-
withstanding the predictions of many, that it would be impossible to get
an audience to attend a lecture in London at this season of the year. The
seats were full and scores of people were standing in the rear end of the
large Hall. Mr. E. H. Tripp a member of the local Town Council occupied
the chair, and this had a good influence on the audience. When Dr. 
Talmage had been introduced by the chairman in a complimentary
speech, and rose to his feet, he was received with a round of applause
which was repeated at moment intervals throughout the lecture.
	The name of Brigham Young was greeted with cheers and applause
several times when the lecturer referred to some philanthropic act or
noble deed of the great man's life, and this was quite a diversion in this
part of the world where his name is seldom mentioned without drawing
forth words of slander and reproach.
	There can be no doubt that many delusions and evil impressions were
dispelled from the minds of those present.
	An extended series of lectures of this kind by Dr. Talmage would be
the means of doing an incalculable amount of good in allaying the great
prejudice that exists against the Latter-day Saints in this land, more,
possibly, than can be done in many years by the Elders with the mode at
the present in use.—W. E. CLARK.
	NORWICH:—Dr. Talmage's lecture on "Utah and its people," delivered
here on the 26th inst. was a splendid success. At the appointed
hour, the large hall was well filled. The audience listened with intense
interest to the instructive remarks of Dr. Talmage; and the various views
presented, together with the vivid explanations and pleasing comments
upon the same, were highly appreciated by those present, was manifested
by the hearty applause that frequently interrupted the progress of the 
lecture. Without doubt, a vast amount of good has been done here by
the Doctor's welcome visit. Many minds have been cleared of the foolish
ideas they have long held of the condition of affairs in Utah, and lasting
impressions have been made, which will have a telling effect in allaying
prejudice.

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	We feel greatly indebted to Dr. Talmage and Elder Anderson for their
kindness in favoring us with such a beneficial treat, and express our
hearty thanks.—JOHN F. PORTER.
	MANCHESTER:—The lecture was a success exceeding the most sanguine
expectations of those most interested; an event that is confidently expected
to mark the dawning of a new era for the disseminating of the Gospel.
An audience of from fifteen to sixteen hundred people filled the spacious
Unity Hall, and many others noting the crowded condition turned
regretfully away. To say that the audience were interested, and that
they were entertained are hardly strong enough terms. The evening was
extremely sultry and close, but the best of order prevailed throughout,
and not a murmur of discontent or dissatisfaction was manifest.
	The applause was frequent but not boisterous, a regard for the sabbath,
probably restraining them from displaying openly the unusual enthu-
siasm, which their countenances so fully portrayed. President E. R. Owen
of the Welsh Conference, occupied the chair. At the conclusion of the
lecture of two hours duration, a vote of thanks to the lecturer was pro-
posed by President McMurrin, and was given in a hearty and almost
unanimous spirit. An opportunity was given the people as they passed
out, to contribute towards defraying the expenses, three pound ten was
the result, half enough to defray the expenses incurred. Time alone will
tell the amount of good done, and the amount of prejudice and misunder-
standing removed as the result of so able a lecture on Utah and its people.
—JAMES BLAKE.
	NOTTINGHAM:—Having secured the largest hall in Nottingham and also
expended a considerable sum in advertising we therefore felt that we
were justified in counting upon a crowded house. However it is the esti-
mate of those who are capable of judging the size of an audience, that
there were no less than 700 present all of whom evinced the greatest
interest in the proceedings, save a few at the back of the hall, who at
times made attempts at a disturbance but were speedily suppressed by
the better element present.
	The intelligent and respectable portion of the audience were well
pleased with the lecture, some having expressed to me since their great
satisfaction and their desire to hear Dr. Talmage again. We cannot help
but feel that many false ideas regarding the Mormon people have been
removed from the minds of those who heard it; casting aside the gigantic
proportions we expected it to assume and coming down to a more reason-
able calculation, considering the season of the year, the lecture was indeed
a success. We were honored by Professor J. W. Carr, M. A. F. G. S. of the
University College taking the chair.—J. W. STRINGFELLOW.
	LEEDS:—The lecture delivered by Dr. Jas. E. Talmage, Saturday, July
30th, at Bradford, subject—"Utah and its people"—was an unqualified
success, and will result in much good in removing from the minds of those
present many erroneous conceptions they have heretofore entertained
regarding the conditions, social and ecclesiastical, of the Saints and their
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	The subject of co-operation, as illustrated in the Z. C. M. Institution
and kindred industries was enthusiastically applauded and a perfect
interest in all matters treated upon, was thoroughly manifest throughout
the entire evening.
	A notice of the lecture in the Bradford Observer, written by their reporter,
has thus far caused much favorable comment.—CHAS. WOOLFENDEN.
	SCOTTISH:—Dr. Talmage did not begin his lecture until 8:30 p.m. as the
train was late, but the excellent music by Prof. Ryder kept the audience
contented. There were present about 1500 and for two hours and five
minutes the lecturer held them spell-bound, only interrupted here and
there with a great round of applause, and when he mentioned closing they
urged him to continue. The Hon. S. M. Taylor, U. S. Consul, made a
splendid chairman. The good effects of the lecture are already realized.
Business men are eager to tell anyone interested in the meeting about the
merits of Dr. Talmage as a lecturer. They treat us as courteously as they
possibly can. Prof. Ryder has been so favorably impressed that he has
offerred his services gratuitously whenever we hold any similar or smaller
gatherings.
	The next time Dr. Talmage appears in Glasgow he can fill the same
hall (City Hall) with half the amount of advertising. Our receipts
amounted to the sum of ₤12.—D. O. McKAY.
	SHEFFIELD:—On Monday evening, Dr. J. E. Talmage addressed about
500 people in the Arcade Hall on "Utah and its people." We were
pleasantly disappointed at the large crowd, as it's being Bank Holiday
made us rather doubtful about getting a crowd. The audience were not
very demonstrative but very attentive. They seemed to be wafted to
dream-land by the Doctor's magic power.
	President J. H. Paul of the Birmingham Conference, acted as chairman,
while the musical part of the program was ably furnished by Mr. Geo.
Mellor, soloist of the Crystal Palace Choir, who rendered "Calvary" with
touching emphasis. In our judgment the lecture was a success in every
way and its benefits will be unmeasurable.—E. P. OLDHAM.
	IRISH:—It was a grand and complete success. The hall was packed
to the doors. They cheered from beginning to end; they even cheered
the name of our beloved prophet Brigham Young, and it would be impos-
sible for a better feeling or a better spirit to be in a house where so few
Latter-day Saints were. We consider under the circumstances that we had
great honor shown to us by the people of Belfast, for we had such a nice
class of people; there was not one disrespectful person present. We pre-
ferred to give the lecture free.
	Robert J. Aitcheson, Esq., our chairman, is a very able man,
widely known among religious societies, and has the name of being hard
to beat as a lecturer himself; he says that the doctor's lecture is the best
he ever heard.—H. A. McQUARRIE.
	NEWCASTLE:—I will say that the lecture, "Utah and its people," as
delivered by Dr. J. E. Talmage in the Geographical Institute, Newcastle,
July 25, 1898, was a success in every particular.

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	The large hall was well filled with a refined and intelligent audience,
the best society in the town, who manifested their interest by close atten-
tion and frequent outbursts of applause, as the lecturer developed his
points into climaxes.
	One man of influence expressed himself to me, that he had never heard
a lecture before that he enjoyed so well, and only regretted that it would
not likely be repeated.
	Another man, a minister, acknowledged before a large gathering on the
Quay Side, that Dr. Talmage's lecture was a rare intellectual feast.
	I have every reason to believe that all present, if interviewed, would
express themselves in similar sentiments.—JAS. B. WALTON.

	LIVERPOOL:—It rained in torrents without cessation the entire evening.
However, nothing daunted, the public began to take their seats fully an
hour before the advertized time for the lecturer to appear. At eight
o'clock people were standing up at the back of the Public Hall, Wigan.
There was also a sprinkling of auditors in the gallery. After Dr. Talmage
was introduced by the chairman, it was but a question of a few moments
before the audience were following the lecturer's remarks with riveted
attention that did not abate for the next two hours. His sentences were
punctuated by frequent rounds of applause. Undoubtedly if it had been
a fine evening hundreds would have been turned away from the doors.
	We tender the heartiest thanks to Dr. Talmage, together with Elder
Robert Anderson, who attended to the mechanical part of the program,
for being the means of eradicating many false impressions regarding
Utah and its people, from the minds of some of the people of Lancashire,
one of whom was heard to audibly remark at the close, "That was vastly
different to Jarman's lecture." Despite the fact that one individual made
himself conspicuous in the hall by delivering anti-Mormon literature,
the best possible spirit and riveted attention were the order of the evening.
Elder Geo. E. Carpenter of the MILLENNIAL STAR office occupied the chair.
—JED STRINGHAM.

	ILLUSTRATIVE of the bustle and high pressure under which the recent
lecture tour of Dr. J. E. Talmage was operated, the following interesting
and really amusing incident is related by Brother Robert Anderson, who
was the Doctor's traveling companion and very efficient assistant through-
out the course. "On the day advertized for the lecture in Glasgow, we
had to make a journey of over two hundred miles, and to our great
anxiety we learned that the train was not due at its destination until a
few minutes before the time set for the opening of the meeting. Reluct-
antly we realized that the train was falling behind schedule time: and it
was soon evident that we could not arrive in season. Instructions were
telegraphed ahead directing that a stereopticon be secured in the city, for
there would be no opportunity of setting up our own instrument.
	The somewhat elaborate program arranged for the occasion had been
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of a dress affair. How could the Doctor hope for a chance to dress for the
evening? both of us were grimy and black from the long dusty ride.
Fortunately we had a train compartment to ourselves; a heavy rain was
falling; the belated express was going at a terrific speed, in an endeavor 
to gain a few minutes. The Doctor thought of an expedient, throwing off
part of his clothing he literally hung himself out of the window, I holding
fast to his legs: by the aid of the lavish contributions of Jupiter Pluvius,
and a subsequent application of the domestic pocket-handkerchief, face
and hands soon began to show their natural tints. Evening dress was
donned, and the toilet thus completed under difficulty."
	Fifteen minutes later when the genial Professor, accompanied by the
U. S. Consul who was in faultless attire, stepped upon the platform before
that packed hall, no one in the audience, other than the operator, could
have imagined that but a few brief moments since, Dr. Talmage had been
busily engaged in reducing his cranial integument to a state of artistic
subjection by aid of a railway ticket and a safety match.

	The doctor is worth hearing. With clean-shaven intellectual face, he has the appear-
ance of a man who would look well in wig and gown, and he has a power of persuasive
oratory which might carry him ahead at the bar. . . . . He did not start speaking
until nearly nine o'clock, but so interesting was his manner and so fascinating his style
that he held the attention of his audience for close on a couple of hours. The doctor
hails from Utah. He did not preach Mormonism, but he praised the Mormons in many
an eloquent sentence. . . . The doctor has the knack of the orator. . . . We
were shown temples and colleges and co-operative buildings—marvellously fine structures
which stand as monuments of Mormon industry and culture. . . .—Glasgow Evening
Times.
	Dr. Talmage is making a lecture tour in Great Britain, and is giving addresses in all
the principal towns. He is a Professor of Geology in the University at Salt Lake City,
and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh. Possessed of a good platform manner,
he is enabled to enlist the attention and sympathies of his audiences to a marked degree,
and on Saturday evening his remarks were followed with close attention by a large
audience. . . .—The Bradford Observer.

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August 6.   Day set for the start
toward home. Took passage on
the Cunard steamer "Campania," one
of the fastest vessels afloat; left
dock at 4.45 p.m. Am pleased to
have for travelling companions and
room mates Bishop Price, and Elder
Jas Wallis of Paris Idaho; these brethren
and I came over together on the "Etruria".
Pleasant evening ride, with good
view of Welsh coast lasting until
darkness fell. I must not forget
the kind and affecting farewell
by the elders at Liverpool. A num-
ber of them remained at the dock
until we left, among them Bro. Her-
bert L. James, who has a load
at once heavy and unusual to
bear. His wife, whose mind seems
to have been poisoned by interested
but mistaken if not unprincipled
parties, has turned against the
Church and has left her husband.
At Bro. James's request, Bp. Price, Elder Wallis
and I joined in blessing him today.
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August 7. Sunday. Morning ar-
rival at Queenstown: short stop
waiting for the mails; usual di-
version caused by the Irish women
and lassies coming out in boats
with Shilalah's and blackthorns &
things made of log oak, Irish
linen etc; which they "cry" for sale
with much bluster and blarney.
August 8. Bulletin posted at
noon today showed:– Lat. 51. 19° N.
Long 23.52 W: distance:– 591 mls. from
Daunt's Rock, or 535 from Fastnet.
Fastnet is set down as 60 mls. from
Queenstown, or 300 from Liverpool.
We have covered therefore 835 mls.
Aug. 9.  At noon:– 49.°12 N. Lat.
37.9 W. Long: 525 mls; fresh west-
erly breeze; squally. We have a
large passenger list, and particular-
ly in second cabin where we are
located, there is a condition of un-
comfortable crowding. Good weather
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RECORD PASSAGES & FASTEST OCEAN STEAMING OF			LUCANIA			CAMPANIA			UMBRIA			ETRURIA.
Fastest Passage WESTWARD ..	..	..	..	..				5 days 7 hours 23 mins.	5 days 9 hours 6 mins.	5 days 22 hours 7 mins.	5 days 21 hours 10 mins.
	Do.		EASTWARD	..	..	..	..	..				5 days 8 hours 38 mins.	5 days 9 hours 18 mins.	6 days 1 hour 15 mins.	6 days 0 hours 37 mins.
Highway day's run WESTWARD	..	..	..	..					562 Knots.			553 Knots.			510 Knots.			509 Knots.
	Do.	do.	EASTWARD		..	..	..	..					533 do.				528 do.				473 do.				485 do.
Average speed throughout passage WESTWARD	..				21'81 Knots per Hour.	21'59 Knots per Hour.	19'57 Knots per Hour.	19'72 Knots per Hour.
	Do.		do.		do.		EASTWARD	..				22'01	do.			21'88	do.			19'76	do.			20'00	do.
Average Speed for five successive passages	..	..				21'72	do.			21'65	do.			19'24	do.			19'89	do.
Average Speed for the whole year EASTWARD	..				21'47	do.			21'40	do.			19'01	do.			19'38	do.
	Do.		do.		do. EASTWARD and WESTWARD		20'90	do.			20'95	do.			18'46	do.			18'93	do.

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August. 10. Reached Banks of
Newfoundland during forenoon;
low temperature: four icebergs,
three to south, one on north, were
sighted during day; the nearest
was fully <2 to> 3 miles away; and the
most distant probably 4 or 5 miles.
One berg shared a thin edge, and
towered up like a steeple; the
rest were more nearly cuboidal.
Many fishing vessels on Banks.
Noon bulletin: Lat. 45°. 47 N; Long: -
49°.22 W; distance 536; moderate breeze
overcast.
August 11. At noon:– Lat. 42°.38 N.
Long 61° W; Distance 535; slight breeze
and hazy.    The 'Campania" is mak-
ing a good record. She is a new
vessel built in 1893; according to
published statement by the company,
she is of 12950 tons; and measures
625 ft. in length;– a little less than
1/8 of a mile. According to Chief
Engineer's answer to enquiry, she
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Additional items pertaining
to "Campania" as learned from posted
notices, pamphlets etc: issued by Company
No. of life boats:—45; of these
20 are capable of conveying 1161 pas-
sengers. Anchors 8: Water-tight
bulk heads 16: Feet of hose 2220;
Two triple expansion engines with
59 ½ ft. stroke of piston: Draft:—
29 ft. of water.
Licensed to carry
	1509 passengers	560 Salons
					316 Second Calm
					633 Steerage
					1509
Passengers in this voyage:—
	Salom		527
	Second Cabin	300
	Steerage		590
				1427
	Crew:—		430
				1857 Souls aboard.
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and burns on an average 520 tons
of coal per day. The fastest west
ward passage (Fastnet to Sandy Hook)
has been recorded as 5 dys. 9 hrs. 6 min.
highest day's run westward 562 knots <※>
	While reading today I had in
hand "Charles Kingsley: His letters
and memories of his life" edited by
his wife, London 1879. On page 320
of vol. II, in a description of his visit
to the west in 1874 I read of his stop
at Salt Lake City, and of his preaching
there in St. Marks, an episcopal
church; May 17 1874. His daughter
writes "Brigham Young sent to offer
my father the tabernacle to lecture
or preach in, but of this offer he
of course took no notice whatever."
	It is sad to note such a lack of
courtesy in so great a man. In
writing to his wife from Salt Lake
City May 16, 1874, <Canon> Kingsley describes
his "Journey of  luxury, through a
thousand miles of desert plains, <(
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road lay through snow drifts Etc
and " all along by our side the
old trail where every mile is fat
with Mormon bones. Sadness and as-
tonishment overpower me at it all.
The city is thriving xxxx but, ah!
what horrors this place has seen.
Thank God it is all breaking up fast.
The tyrant [Brigham Young] is 70 and
must soon go to his account; and
what an awful one! xxx Interrupted
by a most interesting and painful
talk with a man who has been
U. S. Governor here. It is all very
dreadful. Thank God we in England
know what love and purity is."
	Now, who can blame the aver-
age reader among even the better
classes for holding absurdly in-
correct views of our people, when
such men of renown as Kingsley
put forth such statements as the
foregoing? His covert references
and insinuations are more injurious
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[The following is written on a GUNARD TRACK CHART.]
Southern route: by "Etruria," New
York to Liverpool June 12 - 18, 1898.

[Column 1]
Sun. June 12
Mon. 13
Tues. 14
Wed. 15
Thurs. 16.
Friday 17

[Column 2]
Friday Aug. 12.
Thurs. Aug 11
Wednesday Aug. 10.
Tues. Aug 9
Mon. Aug. 8.

Northern route (red): traversed by
"Campania," Liverpool to New York
	Aug 6 - 13, 1898.

1898. Aug. 11.

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than plain statements; the latter
however incorrect, could be the more
easily met and answered. Evidently 
Canon Kingsley was prevented from
seeing for himself; as was also Henry 
Ward Beecher as shown by his state-
ments of absurd untruth in public
lectures in 1883; I was then a student
at Johns Hopkins University, and
was bold enough to make a reply
to Beecher's untruths, through the 
public press.
	Today I made acquaintance with
Dr. Joseph Parry of Cardiff, the
famous musical composer; now on
his way to Salt Lake City, to serve
as adjudicator in the October musi-
cal festival. Also met Rev. Dr. T.C.
Edwards of Seranton Pa; now returning
from a musical festival in Wales.
August 12. News bulletin;– Lat. 40.28
N: Long. 72.32 W. Distance 538; To 
Sandy Hook Light Ship 59. Passed 
Sandy Hook at 4 p.m.; reached
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New York "Sun"
	August 13, 1898.

[The following newspaper clippings are attached to page]
	The Cunarder Campania completed
yesterday a swi[-]t run from Liverpool and
Queenstown and reached her pier at 6
o'clock p. m. Her time was 5 days, 11
hours and 13 minutes, which is less than
two hours behind her westward record.

	The Campania passed five miles south
of a gigantic iceberg off the Bank on
Wednesday. The day was clear and
some of the passengers took snapshots of
the berg. On Thursday, off Sable Island,
the Campania passed many life preserv-
ers from the lost steamship Burgoyne,
and the corpse of a child encircled by a
cork jacket.

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Customs examination and on shore
by 7.30. Took room at Everett 
House where I found awaiting
me letter from home dated Aug 6., 
with news that all were well
at that time.	On the way
to dock, the "Campania" passed
the battle-cruiser "Yale," formerly
the "Pairs" on which I crossed 
from Southampton to New York
last September; she has done 
effective work during the war.
Witnessed the explosive of a 
small submarine mine, down
the bay near Quaratntine Station.
The "Campania" was about ¼ mile
away; the concussion through 
the water reached our vessel
a perceptible interval before the 
aerial report. The column of 
water appeared very like that 
issuing from Old Faithful Geyser
during eruption. Word brough (
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by the pilot, and confirmed by the 
evening papers is to the effect

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that the war is practically 
at an end, the protocol for
a treaty of peace between the 
United States and Spain having
been signed today. Good news
indeed.
Aug. 13. Left by evening train 
via New York Ontario and 
Western Ry; bound for Chicago.
August 14. Sunday. Morning 
view of Niagara. Reached 
Chicago via Wabash Ry. at 10p.m.
too late to continue journey
westward. Took room at Palmer
House. Telegram from house
answering a message sent from
New York brings news that all
are well, and assures me that there
is no necessity for me to hasten.
Aug 14 15 Spent in business
and visiting places of interest.
Aug 156 Left Chicago by evening
train en route for Omaha.	(
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Trans-Mississippi Exposition now 
in open session here. Utah's showing
is good in Mining, Agricultural and
Apiary departments. Left for home
by evening train, in company with
Bro. Jos. Hunter of Cedar City
Aug 19. Reached Salt Lake City at 
3.30 a.m. Found all well at home.
This journey from England hither
has been the quickest ever made 
by me. Leaving Liverpool on the 
evening of Aug. 6; I was in New York
six days later; and find myself at 
home before the first half of the 13"
day has passed; with stops as follows,
24 hours in New York; 45 hours in 
Chicago: 7 in Omaha: in all 76 hrs:
leaving for actual journey 9 days
a8 hours. This is in reality about 
9 dys. 16 hours, allowing for the
difference in time.
Aug. 20. Spent in rest and in
visiting. A typical holiday.
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1898.
August 21. Sunday. Usual meetings.
At the morning Prayer Circle I
delivered an address by call of the
President. Addressed evening meeting 
in the Second Ward by call of the 
Bishop. Occupied until a late hour
assisting the Bishopric in administer
ing to the sick of the ward: admin-
istered to Sister Ann Mc Gregor, Bro. Freder-
ick Peterson, and Sister Peterson.
August 22. Bicycle ride from Salt 
Lake City to Timpanogos to visit the 
folks on the farm. Found all family
well. Son Paul is visiting his grand-
parents.
Aug. 23. Remained with the folks
on the farm.
Aug. 24. Morning ride by wheel
home: started at 4.45; reached
home at 9.40 a.m.
Aug 25. Conference with Elder Geo. Reynolds <(
)>
the Secretary to the First Presidency: to 
whom in the absence of the First Pres-
idency I made report of my visit to Europe

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August 26. The "Deseret Evening News"
of this date contains editorial notice,
and an extensive column treatment of
the lectures on Utah, recently given in
Britain. Some extracts from the British
press are incorporated, and the whole
of the Millennial Star matter (See
August 11,). For purposes of easy refer-
ence in future I include the clippings
here:–





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Editorial columns:—

[Column 1]
DESERET EVENING NEWS.

Deseret News Publishing Com-
	pany. Lessees.

Friday.	-	-	-	August 26, 1898

DR. TALMAGE'S LECTURES ABROAD.

	As already stated in the "News," Dr.
J. E. Talmage has recently returned
home after an absence of eleven weeks,
spent in travel, mostly in Great Britain
and Norway. The principal purpose of
the gentleman's visit abroad was that
of attending meetings of certain edu-
cational and scientific organizations,
observing the work of foreign colleges
and universities, and studying the geo-
logical features of the countries tra-
versed. A very important incident of
the professor's tour was that of the
lectures delivered on the way. On this
trip, as on former visits abroad, Dr.
Talmage was invited to deliver ad-
dresses in different cities on various
phases of Utah and the West. It is
well known that a vast amount of
prejudice still exists particularly in the
minds of the not over-careful populace,
regarding our own great and growing
State. This bias the missionaries of
the Mormon Church have had to meet
in many and varied forms; and no lit-
tle persecution has resulted from the
efforts made to stem this tide of popu-
lar prejudice and opposition based on
ignorance. Dr. Talmage agreed to de-
liver a few lectures on Utah topics
during the past summer in England;
at the instance of the missionary offi-
cials and with this purpose in view, he
took with him from home an extensive
series of stereopticon photographs, il-
lustrative of our towns and cities,
humble dwellings and more pretentious
homes; schools, academies, colleges,
and the University; county and muni-
cipal buildings and institutions; pic-
tures showing irrigation processes;
mines and mining operations; railroad
scenes; the unsurpassed scen-
ery of our lakes, canyons, and
mountains; the chief products
of our State, including "Utah's best
crop," and numerous other items of
interest.

[Column 2]
	The unseasonable nature of
the time for which the lectures were
announced was very generally recog-
nized; the summer months in England
are not lecture months and many fears
were felt by the missionaries who un-
dertook to arrange for the addresses in
the various cities that the interest of
the people would not be strong enough
to rise above the very discouraging
conditions incident to the heated sea-
son. Nevertheless as summer is the
only time at which a visit from Dr.
Talmage could be expected, the de-
cision was speedily reached that the
lectures should be announced in spite
of all obstacles. The wisdom of the
step has been demonstrated by the
result in every case. By articles pub-
lished in the Millennial Star, and in
numerous British newspapers, we learn
of the success which has attended the
effort. In no single instance, we are
told, was an unsatisfactory audience
present; and on most occasions vast
congregations assembled to hear the 
lecture on "Utah and its People." It
is needless to say that the audiences
were enthusiastic in their commenda-
tion of the subject and praise of the
lecturer. Many people in Utah have
heard lectures by Dr. Talmage, and his
illustrated talks aided by stereopticon
views have been enjoyed by thousands.
His popularity abroad, where he is at
all known, is evidently no less than
that which attends his work at home.
	Elsewhere in this evening's "News"
will be found an account of Dr. Tal-
mage's lectures abroad.

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[left column]
	DR. TALMAGE IN EUROPE

How the Professor Was Greeted With Large
		and Enthusiastic Audiences.

MANY FAVORABLE PRESS COMMENTS.

Remarkable Change of Sentiment Shown
 	Towards Mormons-The Name of 
		 President Young Cheered.

	The recent visit of Dr. James E. Tal-
mage to Europe was a most interesting
event in the gentleman's perigrinating
experiences. It was also profitable to
this section of the country in that it
threw a great deal of light on questions
that were little understood.
	But, as to the popular verdict re-
garding the success of the doctor's ad-
dresses in the United Kingdom, let the
following extracts from the British
press speak for themselves.
	Barnsly Independent, published at
Barnsly, near Sheffield, presents the
following under date of Aug. 6, 1898:
	"On Mondy evening a lecture was
delivered in the Arcade Hall by Dr. J.
E. Talmage, F.R.S.E., F.G.S., who was
formerly a resident of England, now of
Salt Lake City, U.S.A. Prof. J. H.
Paul, Ph.B, M.A., officiated as chair-
man. There was an exceptionally good
attendance of people from Hoyland
Common, Wombwell, Royston, Higham
and other parts of the district. The
lecture was illustrated by limelight
views, and was highly appreciated.
The first part of the lecture was de-
voted to an interesting recital of the
events leading to the migration of 
Mormons westward from their former
homes in Ohio, Missouri and Illinois,
and their settlement in the then arid
and forbidding valley of the Great Salt
Lake. While the speaker refrained
from any discussion of Mormon tenets
or creed, he showed the close connec-
tion between the history of Utah, and
that of the peculiar Church which has
always been dominant in that place.
The descriptive part of the address
was rendered the plainer and the more
interesting by the aid of a large collec-
tion of excellent lime-light pictures.
Descriptions, eloquent and graphic,
were given, illustrative of the weari-
some march across the desert fraught
with danger at every step; the first ef-
forts at raising crops in the desert; the
devastation of the fields by the dreaded
Rocky Mountain locusts, the season-

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able arrival of the sea gulls, and the
providential destruction of the insect
pests; the effect of the "gold fever" in-
cident to the discovery of the yellow
metal in California; the drafting in of
the 'Mormon battalion' to serve in the
war between the United States and
Mexico; and the more recent rapid de-
velopment of the new State. A num-
ber of scenes were shown illustrative
of the great Union Pacific railway;
that road was referred to as the pio-
neer railway across the plains, and as
the most important of the great trunk
lines now reaching Utah. There were
pictures of mountain scenery, canyons,
mines, extensive fields under irrigation,
towns and cities with their most im-
posing buildings and important streets.
Special attention was given to the edu-
cational institutions of Utah, common
schools, high schools, denominational
acadamies and seminaries, and to the
State university, and the State agricul-
trual college.	Amongst the churches
were the famous Tabernacle and Tem-
ples of the Mormons; the Jewish syna-
gogue; as well as Episcopalian, Pres-
byterian, Catholic, Methodist, and
other edifices, including the barracks
of the Salvation Army. Dr. Talmage
paid a strong tribute to the pioneers,
irrespctive of creed, who have done so
much to establish and develop the com-
monwealth now thriving in the great
American desert. Irrigation was re-
ferred to as the magic wand by which
the transformation from wilderness to
flower garden was effected. The value
of co-operation in business and other
enterprises was commended. During
the evening the audience were favored
with a solo, Calvary, by Mr. Mellor
(Sheffield), soloist of the Crystal Pal-
ace choir."

	The Bradford Observer says:

	"On Saturday evening a lecture on
'Utah and its People" was given at the
Temperance Hall, Bradford, by Dr. J.
E. Talmage of Salt Lake City. Dr.
Talmage is making a lecturing tour in
Great Britain and is giving addresses
in all the principal towns. He is a 
professor of geology in the university
at Salt Lake City, and a fellow of the
Royal Society of Edinburgh. Possess-
ing a good platform manner, he is able
to enlist the attention and the sympa-
thies of his audiences to a marked de-
gree, and on Saturday evening his re-
marks were followed with close atten-
tion by a large audience. Dr. Talmage 
traced the early history of the Mor-
mons, described the persecutions which
they underwent, and their final migra-
tion to Salt Lake City. He then dealt
in detail with the work they had ac-
complished in developing the resources
of Utah. Incidentally Dr. Talmage re-
futed many charges brought against
the Mormons, and pointed out that
polygamy had been abolished some
years ago. His remarks were illustrat-
ed by about eighty lantern views."


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DESERET EVENING NEWS: FRIDAY, AUGUST 26, 1898.

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Another extract is herewith present-
ed, this from the Evening Times, Glas-
gow, Scotland, Aug. 3, 1898:

 For the average person who has
never known the plains of Utah Mor-
monism suggests only matrimony run
mad, and Salt Lake City a place where
even the man who yearns after bigamy
—the law courts of our prosaic land
have never done justice to that heroic 
soul—would be overwhelmed with "too
muchness" of opportunity, as rare
Artemus would have put it. But last
night we had Mormonism presented in 
a pleasanter light. Dr. James E. Tal-
mage lectured in the City Hall on
"Utah and its people." Had the 
cinnamon-colored placards been more
plentifully posted on the city board-
ings there had doubtless been a bigger
audience. As it was, the area of the 
hall was filled, and ladies were not in
a minority. The doctor is worth hear-
ing. With clean shaven, intellectual
face, he has the appearance of a man
who would look well in a wig and 
gown, and he has a power of 
     PERSUASIVE ORATORY
which might carry him ahead at the
bar. Owing to the promptness with
which trains are run in this country,
the doctor was half an hour late ap-
pearing on the platform. He did not 
start speaking until after 9 o'clock, but 
so interesting was his matter and so 
fascinating his style  that he held the 
attention of his audience for close on
a couple of hours. The doctor hails 
from Utah. He did not preach Mor-
monism, but he praised the Mormons
in many an eloquent sentence. He re-
minded his hearers that in the early
day of Christianity the enemies of
the Meek Man of Nazareth infused in-
to the "term Christian" all the hatred
and rancor they could summon. To 
be called a Christian now was the 
greatest honor, said the doctor, and 
having got his audience, he added—
"While I don't claim there is any honor
in being called a Mormon, Mormons no
longer feel that the name is used in 
ridicule." The doctor has the knack 
of the orator. He proceeds to tell,
with 
NO MEAN DESCRIPTIVE POWER,
of the struggles of the Mormon settlers
in their march to Utah, over 1,000 miles
and more, the roads they traversed
marked by "a boundary of graves."
And when they got to the valley of 
the Salt Lake, how a swarm of locusts
came down and threatened to devastate
the land; and how just then a flock of
seagulls swooped down and destroyed 
the insect pest. From that day the
seagull is sacred in Utah. At the be-
gining the Mormons established a sort
of co-operative commonwealth.
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						When
the first wagon of merchandise came,
the people agreed that it should be dis-
tributed according to the size of the 
families. The principle has been carried
out to this day. There is a touch of 
socialism in the doctor's nature. Nine-
tenths of the complaints of society are,
he believes, based upon, not that the
people have so little, but that someone
else has more. There is no "more" in
Utah, and hence he claims the 
PEOPLE ARE CONENTED AND  ["t" written off to the side]
			HAPPY.
The lecturer showed a number of lime-
light vews ilustrating Salt Lake City,
and the plans of Utah. We were shown
temples and colleges, and co-operative
buildings-marvelously fine structures,
which stand as monuments of Mor-
mon industry and culture. They have 
electric cars in Salt Lake City; the 
force being got from a waterfall fifty
miles away; and not only that, but the 
power is also utilized for other in-
dustries.
The doctor also spoke glowingly of
Brigham Young, though he was not 
there to defend Brigham's virtues or
his vices. There are different denomi-
nations in Salt Lake City; Catholics,
Jews, Episcopalans, and the Salvation 
Army. But they all get along har-
moniously, because everybody minds
his own business; and he who does that 
gets along all right in Utah. And that
damns the place as a resort for the 
average Briton.
 It is interesting to note that in no
instance have unfavorable comments
appeared in the press concerning these
lectures; praise liberal and genuine has
been the rule. Addresses were given in
Newcastle-on-Tyne, Norwich, London,
Bristol, Nottingham, Bradford, Oldham,
Barnsley, Wigan, Glasgow and Bel-
fast.
As seen from the foregoing extracts,
the lecture dealt with the story of
Utah's growth, and her present great-
ness. The sincerity and earnestness of
the people, the evident blessing of Di-
vine favor under which they have
prospered, and the strength of their in-
stitutions founded on co-operation and
union, were very properly praised; but
a strictly non-sectarian treatment was
presented.

Then follows a reproduc-
tion of the Star Articles
See Aug. 5, 1898: Star
dated Aug. 11, 1898.

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Aug. 27. Attended regular monthly
meeting of the High Priests' quorum. 
By call, I occupied part of the time
in addressing the meeting on the insidents
of my recent visit abroad.
Aug. 28. Sunday. Morning Sabbath
School in Second Ward; by request
I delivered a short address before the
theological class. At the afternoon
Tabernacle services Elder H. C. Iverson,
myself, and Elder Andrew Jensen ad-
dressed the congregation in the order
named.
August 29. Monday. Another day
to be remembered in the history
of our family; for this after-
noon there came another great
blessing to our house. At 2.20 
p.m. (Mountain time) Wife May 
gave birth to a son. It was in 
anticipation of such an event
that I hastened home from my
journey abroad, weeks earlier than
I might otherwise have done. 
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We are grateful for this blessing
of increased posterity, and for
the good condition of mother and
child.
August 31. Interview with Pres. Jos. F.
Smith — the only member of the
First Presidency at present in the city.
The work done in Britain in the lecture
field this summer was discussed, and
various items in connection with mis-
sionary work received attention: Apostle
Geo. Teasdale gave me much en-
couragement for the work in which
I am engaged.
September 2. A day of mourning
among the Latter-day Saints. At 11 a.m.
today notice was received that
Pres. Wilford Woodruff died this
morning in San Francisco at
6.40 Pacific time (7.40 Mountain time)
Pres. Woodruff, in company with Pres.
Geo. Q. Cannon and others had gone
to California in search of rest.
While he has been ailing for years
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the final illness was of short
duration. But few particulars have
come to hand today; however it
has been reported that the ven-
erable president passed painlessly
and quietly into the sleep of death.
September 3. Later reports are to
the effect that President Woodruff
was at the house of Colonel Isaac
Trumbo, a non-member of our
church, but a friend of the
people. Pres. Geo. Q. Cannon
was with him at the time of
his death. Among the many
expressions of sorrow over the
sudden departure of our beloved
President, is what amounts
almost to a wail that he died
away from home and in the
house of a "Gentile." To me there
seems little in this circumstance
to warrant additional grief.
In conversations with Apostle Heber
J. Grant and Elder George Reynolds 
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I heard expressed a thought 
which has long lurked in my 
own mind: - that the Lord may 
choose as the time for the calling 
home of his servants, an occasion 
when they are removed to some 
extent from the direct ministrations
of the priesthood in force. Indeed 
I feel that many a one is held on 
earth by the faith of the people, 
when but for such ministrations
and "prayers of the faithful," the 
sufferer would perhaps be taken. 
It has been the opinion of many 
that Pres. Woodruff's time for 
release had come, perhaps [-]
before this. 
September 4. Sunday: Fast-day. 
Pres. Woodruff's body arrived home 
today. I witnessed the procession 
on its way from the R. G. Western 
railway station, as I was coming 
from the temple after morning 
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delivered a short address. Attended
afternoon fast-meeting. In the
evening I went to Farmer's Ward
and delivered a lecture under the
auspices of the joint Improvement
Associations, subject: – "Habits of
Sincerity."
Sept. 5. This evening we gave our
son a name, and I gave him a
father's blessing. We have named
him James Karl Talmage. My
good parents have greatly desired
to see our family name for sons,
– James – continued, and it is partly
due to that wish that my own
cognomen has been bestowed upon
the child. For my part I look
with little favor on the practice
of giving the same name to every.
generation. However, we intend to
call the boy by the second name.
I have felt to bless this son by the
power of the priesthood, with rich
promises of life, success, and use-
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September 6. Attended the funeral
of Bro. Frederick Peterson a neigh-
bor of ours. By request I was one
of several speakers on the occasion.
Bro. Peterson was a humble, sincere,
and noble man. 	Our son Paul
returned home today, after a long
visit with his grandparents. With
him came Albert, who is on his way
to Ogden to resume his studies
in the School for the Blind, and
Susa, who will visit us for a 
time. 
Sept. 8. This day was marked by the
funeral of Pres. Wilford Woodruff.
The fourth president of the church
in this dispensation has been lain
in the earth; three of such have
passed away during my short life-
time, and since I first came to
Utah; the funerals of Presidents
John Taylor and Wilford Woodruff
I have had the privilege to attend.
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announcements of Prest. Woodruff's
death have demonstrated, what
indeed was fully known before, —
the uniform honor and respect
in which the great leader was
held by all classes of the commun-
ity. Newspapers which a few years
ago had nothing that was not
vile to say of any office or
member of our church, and which
now under the present conditions
of temporarily softened asperity
lose our opportunity of venting
calumny and derision upon the
church and people, have given
eloquent tribute to the work
and memory of our last departed
leader. The ceremonies at the
tabernacle and the grave, and
the cortege procession to the
burial ground were grand in
their simplicity – typical of the
life and character of the man.
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presents a good account of the 
proceedings. It is unnecessary 
for me to record details here. 
A great man has gone to associate 
with that band of high and bright 
ones, of whom the Lord said "of these 
I will make my leaders", to which 
land he belonged before he came 
to this sphere of painful activity. 
He has been a veritable link 
of communion between the leaders 
in the first stages of the 
churche's history in this dis-
pensation, and those of the 
present. His life has proved 
that the Lord may safely 
entrust dignity, honor, and 
power to his humble servants. 
Humility, simplicity of life and 
desire, and sincerity of purpose 
and action are among the foremost 
features of his noble character. 
To know him was to be honored, 
to think of him is to gain en- <
>
couragement and inspiration for duty.

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1898.

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Sept. 10. Holidays practically over:
first Faculty meeting at the Univer-
sity for the new year held today.
Sept. 11. Sunday. Second day of
the Salt Lake Stake conference. At
the afternoon session Apostle Owen Wood-
ruff and I occupied the stand in the
reverse of the order named. At the
morning session Apostle Jno. W. Taylor
gave timely instructions and counsel
regarding the "evil gifts" after which
men seek in place of the good gifts:
and deplored the tendancy of some among
our people to run after those who
use "peep stones" and other devises of the
evil one. 	This evening Elder A. C. 
Meyer and I officiated as home
missionaries in the Fourth Ward.
At the prayer circle (8.30 a.m.) I of-
ficiated at the altar.
Sept. 13. Today the announcement
is publicly made that at a meeting
of the Council of Apostles held this
morning, the First Presidency of the	
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1898. 	Sept. 13. (contd.)

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Church was reorganized, as follows
Lorenzo Snow, President; Geo. Q. Cannon
and Joseph F. Smith counsellors: While
unusual, this speedy reorganization
following so closely upon the death
of Prest. Woodruff must appeal to
the people as a wise course. There
seemed to be no need of waiting.
Sept. 14. Spent part of the day
in the temple; and by special re-
quest and appointment officiated
in the sealing ordinance of marriage
between Joshua Reuben Clark, and
Luacine Annetta Savage. The groom
has been a student of mine in the
Latter-day Saints' College in the Church
University and in the University of
Utah; beside which, he has been
clerk and assistant to me in the
Deseret Museum since I first took
charge of the institution; and was
my private secretary during the
three years of my service as Pres-
ident of the University of Utah.
He took his degree at the University
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last June and is about to leave
Salt Lake City, to assume the
principalship of the Heber City
High School. A more faithful
man than he in any of the capac-
ities in which we have been asso-
ciated I could not name, and could
hardly desire to find. I feel his
leaving me as keenly as I think I
would feel the departure of a son.
The bride was also a student of
mine. She is the daughter of our
respected Bro. C. R. Savage. At the
request of groom, bride, and friends,
Pres. Lorenzo Snow consented to so
far suspend the temple rules
restricting ordinance work of seal-
ing to the regularly appointed
workers in the sacred edifice, as
to allow me to officiate in marrying
my beloved friends. I am informed
that the concession is by no means
a small one, as the rules governing
the matter are strict; and I appreciate
the honor. May the marriage be a
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1898.

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Sept. 18 Sunday. Attended the funeral 
services of Bro. James Astle of the 
Third Ward. By request I officiated as 
one of the speakers. 
Sept. 19. University session for 1898-99
opened today. 
Sept. 25. Sunday Morning prayer 
circle; at which I delivered a 
short address. In the afternoon 
I attended by request funeral of the 
18 months— old child of Bro. and Sis. Wm 
White of the 11" Ward. I was one of 
the speakers. 	Evening meeting in 
Fifth Ward, at which Elder Frederick 
Langton and I officiated as home 
missionaries. After meeting I witnessed 
an operation for appendicitis at 
the Holy Cross Hospital. Little son 
Karl, 27 days old, was circumcised 
today. 
Sept. 28. Pleasant party at the res-
idence of Bro. Wm N. Williams in honor 
of Dr. Parry, the famous Welsh com-
poser, who is here to serve as adjudica-
tor in the natural Eisteddfod. I met Dr. Parry 
on board the Campania

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1898.

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Sept. 30. Left home in company
with Bro. Robert H. Bradford of the
University instructing force, and Mr.
E. A. Taylor, a student of the institu-
tion particularly interested in geology
for a trip to the canyons. Went by
wheel to Cottonwood, then a horseback
up Big Cottonwood Canyon to
Brighton at its head. Impressive
ride; amidst the grandeur of a
mountain storm. Reached Brighton
at 9.15 p.m. We were saved the
inconvenience of camping out, being
entertained in the Brighton hotel,
now deserted for the season by all
except Mr Brighton, a relative
of Bro. Taylor's, and a few employees
in charge of the place.
October 1. Heavy fall of snow
during the night; this seriously
interferes with our work. Proceeded
afoot across the flanks of Mount
Majestic, more properly called (
)
Clayton's Peak, and across the
pass to the head of Snake Creek.

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1898.	
		Oct. 1. (contd.)

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to examine occurrence of garnet,
cl[--]oclore, and other rare minerals,
the exact location of which was 
known to Bro. Taylor, and to Bro. Ross
who accompanied us from Brighton.
We were successful though under
difficulty. Had to make use of a 
very unprofessional implement, – a
broom which did us good service in
clearing the snow from the rocks
in which the minerals were known
to occur. At the highest point
reached, the barometer indicated
a pressure of but 20.28 inches;
showing an altitude of something
over 10000 feet. I suffered greatly
from shortness of breath and other
discomforts resulting from the rarified
atmosphere. Returning to Brighton
we took horse for home. Rode to
Cottonwood through snow and mud:
thence afoot to Sugar Ward, and
by street car to the city. Arrived <(
)>
home a little before 10 o'clock p.m.

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1898.

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October 2.  Sunday.  Fast-day. In the
evening I delivered a lecture in
the Eleventh Ward, under the auspices
of the Improvement Associations;
subject:– "Success in life."
October 9.  Sunday.  This day marks
the close of the 69th Semi-annual
Conference of the Church, which has
been in session since the morning
of the 6" inst. I was able to attend
two afternoon meetings, yesterday –
morning's priesthood meeting, and
today's meetings. This afternoon the
priesthood were assembled in
an organized capacity, for the pur-
pose of voting by quorums on
the general authorities of the
church. The body of the tabernacle
was occupied by the priesthood
organizations, the galleries being
devoted to the use of lay-members
and the public generally. The	

three members of the First Presidency,
<and> the president of the Quorum

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1898.	Oct. 9
						cont.

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of the Twelve were each voted
upon separately; then <the names of> the eleven
apostles were presented in a body;
then the name of the nominee to the
vacancy in the Council of the Twelve.
The order of voting by the priest-
hood organizations was as follows:–
1. Apostles.
2. Patriarchs, Presidents of Stakes
    and Counsellors; and High Councilors
3. High Priests.
4. Seventies, with the Seven Presi-
    dents at their head.
5. Elders.
6. Bishoprics of wards, with the
    Presiding Bishopric at the head
7. Lesser Priesthood:– Priests, Teachers,
    and Deacons.
Then followed a general vote by the
congregation. I note the foregoing
as it presents that order of pro-
ceedure which appears to me most
nearly in accord with the written
word concerning the ranks in (
)
the priesthood. I observe some

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1898.  Oct. 9.
		(cont.)

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slight differences between the order
followed in today's Solemn Assembly
and that of the Assembly which ratified
Pres. Woodruff's nomination to the
presidency. On the former occasion,
the vote of the apostles was followed by
that of the First Seven Presidents of
Seventies, after which came the votes
of (1) Seventies, (2) Bishoprics, Presidents of
Stakes and High Councils: (3) High
Priests: (4) Elders: (5) Lesser Priesthood
and (6) general congregation. The differences
are not important perhaps, yet
they are interesting to a student
of church government. Elder Rudger
Clawson, President of Box-elder Stake
was nominated and sustained as
an apostle to fill the vacancy in
the council. The proceedings
were varied by an unusual inci-
dent. When the negative vote was
called, in connections with the
renomination of the eleven apostles,
contrary to the usual custom
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1898.	Oct. 9
		    cont.

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there was a response, two or three
holders of the priesthood, and several
times the number among members
of the tabernacle choir voting a-
gainst the nomination of Apostle 
Jno. W. Taylor. The objections stated
that the reason for their action lay
in the fact that Bro. Taylor had cast
unfavorable reflections upon the choir
in the matter of morality, or rather of
alleged immorality.
October 12.  By request I officiated
as chairman at a meeting held
to inaugurate the Franco-American
Alliance in Utah. The meeting was held
in the Assembly Hall, at the instance
of Dr. Antoine Muzzarelli, the representa-
tive of the Alliance. Program con-
sisted of short addressed explanatory
of the organization and a lecture
by Dr Muzzarelli on "Napoleon and
Josephine.", with stereopticon views.
A good attendance marked the
initial steps toward the proposed
organization.

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1898.

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October 13.  Early this morning, at
the Holy Cross hospital died
Sister Loretta Ann Whitly, aged 20,
daughter of Sister and Brother
Thomas Whitly of Alpine. This young
sister came in August last to 
live with us as help for May.
After a few days' ailing she took
to her bed September 15; and on the
day following was declared by Dr C.F.
Wilcox to be suffering from an
attack of typhoid fever. Her parents
were summoned, and after consulta-
tion, Dr Wilcox decided to remove
her to the hospital, as a means
of securing for her the best
nursing available. The disease
ran its course in an assuring way.
I have visited her frequently, she
has been administered to as she
desired; her name has been
kept on the altar at temple prayer,
and all concerned have had faith
and confidence in her prospective
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1898.
				Oct. 13 (contd.)

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recovery. Two days ago, however,
a sudden change was manifest;
she grew rapidly worse. I left her
last midnight, with her father by her
side. This morning she passed away.
My observation confirms the general
esteem in which she is held by
all who know her. (See Oct. 15" below)
October 14.  Opening session of the
Microscopical Society of Utah
for the season.
Oct. 15. Sunday. Went to Alpine
accompanying the remains of
Sister Loretta. <(See above)> Long procession of
friends followed from American
Fork to Alpine. Services were
held during the afternoon. By
request I officiated as one of the
speakers, Bro. Strong, and Bishop
Marsh being the others. Every
possible mark of respect was
made to show the esteem in
which the young girl was held.
	Returned home in the evening

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1898.

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October 23. Sunday. Usual meetings.
Delivered address at the morning
Prayer Circle. In the evening Elder Platt
of 13th Ward, and I officiated as Home
Missionaries in the Sixth Ward.
October 27. Complimentary party given
by Young Ladie's Association of our ward
to the aged brethren and sisters. I at-
tended by invitation and took a small
part in the program by giving a
short descriptive talk on travel, with
lantern illustrations.
October 28. Delivered evening lecture
in Templeton Lecture Hall, under the
auspices of Z.C.M.I. Factory
Association. The maintaining of an
entertainment organization
among the employees of this great
institution is in every way com-
mendable. Monthly meetings are 
held for entertainment and instruc-
tion. Interesting musical program
was rendered tonight.
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1898.

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October 30. Sunday. Addressed evening
meeting in Second Ward by call of the
Bishopric.
Novemeber 4. Address before Normal
Society of University: subject:– System,
its use and misuse.
Nov. 5. Saturday. Every Saturday of late
has been spent by me in the field
with geology classes. Today we went
to Little Cottonwood Canyon, spending
entire day on the trip.
Nov. 6. Sunday. At regular fast-day
meeting in Second Ward, our son Karl
James Karl was blessed, Bro. Paul
Olsen, counselor in the bishopric
officiating. By call I officiated
in the ordinance of blessing of
children, in turn with others
In the evening I delivered a
lecture, "Failure and Success" in the
Twentieth Ward, under Improvement
Association auspices.
Nov. 11.	Presided at regular monthly
meeting of Mircoscopical Society
of Utah: 8 p.m. 				(
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1898.

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Nov. 13.  Sunday. Elder Joshua Selley
and I filled appointments as
Home Missionaries in Sugar House
Ward: meeting at 2 p.m.
Nov. 15.  Anniversary of the estab-
lishment of the Latter-day Saints
College. By previous appointment
I took part on the program by
delivering an address.
Nov. 20.  Sunday. Elder J. W. Walker
and I filled evening appointment
as Home Missionaries in Seventh Ward
Nov. 24.  Thanksgiving day. By previous
appointment I went to Sugar
House Ward and attended morning
service, delivering the thanksgiving
sermon.
Nov. 28.  This day witnessed the open-
ing of the Church Sunday School
convention, which is announced for
two days. An elaborate program
has been arranged. I took a small
part at the afternoon session by
delivering a short address on "The <
> use
of the Sunday School leaflets.

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1898.

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December 4. Sunday. Fast-day. Delivered
evening lecture in Eighteenth ward, under
Improvement Association auspices, subject
"Failure and Success."
Dec. 11. Sunday. Delivered address at
evening meeting in Second Ward, by
call of the Bishop.
December 14. Spent part of day in
Temple and participated as a
principal in a sacred sealing
ordinance for self and the dead.
(see Temple record.)
Dec. 18. Sunday. Elder Hyrum M. Smith
and I filled appointments as Home
Missionaries in Tenth Ward.
Dec. 24. Delivered address at the funeral
of the child of Bro. Frank Mitchell
the funeral was conducted at the
residence of Bro. Mitchell's sister – Sis.
Margaret Caine, in Second Ward.
Dec. 25. Went to Ogden and returned
with my brother Albert, whose comes<(
)>
from his school to spend the holidays
with us. In Ogden I visited Sunday School
for Deaf & Blind; addressed the pupils.

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1898.

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Dec. 27. Began the reading of
manuscript for a proposed theo-
logical publication; the reading
was before a committee created at
my request by action of the First
Presidency of the Church. The
history of the affair is briefly as
follows.– Years ago, while I was
offically connected with the Church
School work, the First Presidency
expressed to me their desire to have
prepared a book or a series of
books, suitable for use as text-
books in theological classes of
the church: (see Journal entry, Sept.
14, 1891: vol. 5, page 74-) This deveop-
ed into a request that I write such
a book. (Jan. 31, 1893: Journal vol. 6. p. 170),
and a letter of appointment to the
work dated Feb. 20, 1893, was recieved
Feb. 22, 1893: (see last date, Journal
vol. 6. p. 183.) When the theology
class in connection with the
Church Univesrity was established
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1898.	Dec. 27.

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I was appointed instructor, and
the work decided upon was a 
series of lectures on the "Articles of
Faith." the plan being that I
present in lecture form the matter
which would have been published
as the substance of the proposed
book. (See Oct. 20, and 29, 1893: Journal
vol.7. pages 94 and 101) At my request
a commitee was appointed to pass
upon the matter of the lecture (see
Nov. 6, and 16, 1893: Journal Vol. 7, pages
102 and 103.) Twenty-two lectures were
given before the class: then on April
1, 1894 (Journal Vol. 7. p. 134) the
class was discontinued owing to my
call to the presidency of the Univ-
ersity of Utah. I was counseled to
drop the work of preparing the un-
finished part of the lectures for
the time being, in view of my
busy condition. Part of the matter
presented to the class was pub-
lished in serial form in the

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1898. 	Dec. 27-

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"Juvenile Instructor" commencing
Nov. 15. 1893, and running to Aug.
15, 1894. Many requests, personal
and official have been made for
the continuation of the work. The 
subjects of the "articles" not presented
before the Church University class
were subsequently treated before
other classes and theological
organizations. Not until this
autumn have I been able to resume
the work of writing the lectures.
For three months past I have been
suffering from my baneful 
affliction of sleeplessness, and my
nights, often extending until day-
light have been devoted to writing
the matter, which is now practically
completed. The printed parts have
been completely re-written, and
the unpublished part has been 
added. As stated, at my recent
request, the First Presidency
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1898.  Dec 27.

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appointed a committee to hear
and pass upon the matter in its
present form. This is really
the old committee reconstituted,
the only change in the personnel
being the appointment of Apostle
Author H Lund in place of
Apostle Abram H. Cannon deceased,
Apostle F.M. Lyman continues as
chariman; the other members are 
Elders George Reynolds John
Nicholson, and Karl G. Maeser
Two settings, each two hours,
were held today and such are to
continue daily with as few inter-
ruptions as possible until the
reading is finished.
Dec. 31. Another year is ended.
It has been a year fraught
with much cause for thankful-
ness amongst our family. a 
year of great developments, (
)
of many joys and some sorrows.

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1898, Dec. 31.

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In national and general affairs
1898 has been a year of mighty
occurrences. The nation has passed
through the ordeal of war; with 
a victorious outcome it is true,
nevertheless with many losses,
and much affliction. The
policy of our country's govern-
ment has been modified, and
expansion has been decided upon
in connection with the national
domain. It has been a year,
bright with blessings yet
lurid with the light of
coming events, and frought
from  first to last with certain
signs of marvelous times. The 
fig tree is budding apace.
What will the record of 1899 be?
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Personal Journal
	1899.
		J E Talmage.

[Calendar for 1899]

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————1899.————
January 1.   Sunday. Went by
early train to Lake-View; and 
spent the day with Father and
Mother.
Jan. 2. Returned home.
Jan. 5. Finished the reading of
manuscript on "Articles of Faith".to the Committee. Committee
passed a unanimous vote of 
hearty approval: and refined
the question of publication to
the First Presidency.
Jan. 7. Went by early train to Coal-
ville, Summit Co; under appoint-
ment to meet the teachers and 
school officers in county conven-
tion. Arrived at 11 a.m. Finding
that the morning session was
a business meeting only, and that
my presence thereat was not (
)
needed, I accepted visitation

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1899.	 Jan. 7: cont.

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from Pres. W. W. Chiff of Summit
Stake to attend the month by
priesthood meeting. By request
I delivered an address on "Educa-
tion among the Latter-day Saints."
At the afternoon session of the 
school convention Miss M and May
Babcock and I occupied three
hours between us: she delivered
a lecture on "Reading." and I 
one one "Teachers and Teaching."
For the evening a reception was
announced; the affair was a 
very pleasant one - a combined
reception concert', picnic party,
and ball. Miss Babcock recited, 
and I made a speech. Entertained
for the night at Cliff's Hotel.
Jan. 8. Sunday. Attended Sunday
School in the Stake Tabernacle.
Without any previous notice to 
me the Superintendent announced <
>
a suspension of classes, and kept

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1899. Jan. 8.

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all departments together for
me to address them. Against
all rules and under protest. I
occupied nearly an hour. Lunched
with Bro. Jas. Beard and family:
Bro. Beard is enthusiastic and
talented as an artist. Attended
afternoon service at Tabernacle,
and addressed the people. This
was in compliance with an in-
vitation of long standing from
the authorities of the Ward, for
me to visit them on Sunday,
and speak in the Tabernacle.
After supper at Bishop Wright's
the Bishop took me by sleigh
to Henefer (9 miles), with several
of the Coalville brethren. The
presidency of the Stake were
at Henefer, the occasion being <(
)>
that of a conference of several
wards. I delivered an address
at the evening meeting. The 
brethren returning to Coalville

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1899. Jan. 8.

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took me as far as Echo where
I remained to await the west-
bound train.
Jan. 9. Train nearly three hours
late, giving me a not very pleasant
wait of 5½ hours in a dark,
cold, and dreary way station,
with hardly a decent seat. Reached
Salt Lake City at 6.45 a.m.
Resumed work at the University –
after the Christmas recess. Not
able to go home until evening.
Miss Babcock escaped the tedious
night journey by returning yester-
day noon.
Jan. 13. Meeting with the First
Presidency and the Committee
on the lecture book: at which
the latter referred certain points
of doctrine, and requested in-
structions as to the manner of
publishing. As the book has been
written by appointment previously
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1899. Jan. 13.

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made, I knew not whether to con-
sider my mission completed now
that the mrs. has been approved,
or to regard myself as under ap-
pointment until the book appears
in print. I was surprised at a
suggestion made by the committee
a few days ago, and still more
so at the approval of the sug-
gestion by the First Presidency,
viz: that the book be published
by the Church. I was not aware
that such an honor had ever
been paid to one of our writers;
and I hardly felt to urge the mat-
ter for I don't think the Church
is rightly to be made responsible
for the ships and errors which
will inevitably appear in thebook. The details of publication
were not settled today. One of
the questions referred to the First
Presidency by the Committee was,
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1899.
	       Jan. 13.

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as to the advisability of reprinting
the lecture entitled "The Holy Ghost"
which appeared in the "Juvenile In-
structor" soon after its delivery in
the theology class of the Church
University. I remember that consider-
able discussion attended the read-
ing of the lecture before the former
committee prior to its delivery.
(See January 5, 1894: Journal VII p. 116)
The question hung upon the expediency
and wisdom of expressing views
as definite as those presented in the
lecture regarding the presonailty
of the Holy Ghost, when marked
ambiguity and differences of opin-
ion appeared in the published
writings of our Church authorites
on the subject. The lecture was
approved as it appeared in the 
"Instructor." I have incorporated it
in the prospective book in practic-
ally an unaltered form. President

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1899. July <January> 13.

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Snow took the article under ad-
visement today. In conversation
Pres. Geo. Q. Cannon supported the 
view of the distinct personality of the 
Holy Ghost and stated that he had
actually heard the voice of the
third member of the Godhead,
actually talking to him.
Jan. 15.  Sunday.  A day of funerals.
The present seems to be a har-
vest season for death. Influenza,
or the so-called La Grippe, with
many attendant ills, is afflicting
many; and fatalities are common.
Among today's burials were those
of Elder Charles Cannon (funeral
at 12 m.) and of Patriarch George
Goddard (services in tabernacle
at 2 p.m.) Wife attended the first, 
and I the latter. Elder Goddard 
was a great man; his labors
among the children in the Sunday
School cause, and among the

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1899.  January
	  July 15.

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aged as a prominent worker on the
Old Folks' Committee, have endeared
him to all Israel. He was a
man who filled his station.
This evening Elder Jas. Davis of 22nd
Ward and I officiated as Home
Missionaries in 8th Ward.
January 16. Meeting with the 
First Presidency on the lecture
book matter. Pres. Snow announced
his unqualified approval of the 
lecture on the "Holy Ghost;" and
directed its insertion. The prelim-
inaries relating to publication
were furthered.
	In the evening I took part
on the program of the Utah
State Historical Society's annual
meeting by delivering an address
on "The materials of history." The 
other speakers were Pres. F. D Richards, <(
)>
Mr Don Maguire, and Mrs Maynard (Unit-
arian Minister); and a letter in lien
of an address from Governor H.M. Wells.

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1899.

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Jan. 17. Final word from the First
Presidency regarding the publications
of the lectures. It has been decided
that the Church publish the
lectures<work>. This action will give the
book greater prestige, and will
doubtless add to its usefulness
among the people. I am sensitive
of the confidence in the work thus
shown by the authorities, and of 
the honor thus given to myself.
The printing is to be done at the
"Deseret News" office – the Church
publishing establishment. I am
notified that new type is to be
purchased for the work, and I am
asked to make the selection. An
edition of 10,000 copies is ordered.
As to the financial phase of the
undertaking I note this:– in my
first acceptance of the appoint-
ment to prepare a text-book
for use in our theological organizations. <(
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1899.
							Jan. 17.

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I expressed a willingness to under-
take the work, without hope of
royalty or other pecuniary advant-
age from the sales, provided the
book could be sold at cost. In a 
reply to this the First Presidency
wrote me under date of Feb. 20 1893,
as follows :- "We understand it is 
your intention not to make any
charge for the preparation of
this work, so that it may be
placed on the market at so low
a price that it will be within
the reach of all; with this sug-
gestion we heartily concur."
In presenting recently the question
of publication before the Committee,
and the First Presidency, this offer
of mine was commended as liberal
and praiseworthy; although some
opposition was referred to; the <
>
thought of some of the brethren
being, that the waving of the

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1899.
	Jan. 17.

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royalty would either make so little
difference in the price of the book
as to be inappreciable, or, should
the cost of the publication permit a 
markedly low price to be charged,
there would be danger of a some-
what demoralizing effect on home
publications in general. Pres. Geo. Q. 
Cannon was outspoken in the
belief that no unusually low price
should be set on the book. Never-
theless my offer was treated from
the first as fully accepted. In an 
itemized estimate of the cost of
publication, H.G. Whitney, Business
Manager of the "News" establish-
ment, writes me under yesterday's
date that the new type needed
will cost about $200.00, and that
"the work with typesetting and 	(203)
paper will cost, "...$1500 to $1600 on
an edition of 10000, "to which is to
be added 25 cents per copy for
c[--] cloth binding. "It is proposed

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1899.
	Jan. 17.

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to charge not less than $100 per copy
for the cloth- bound book. Evidently
this allows considerable profit, which
I am told will accrue to the Church. 
While the purpose of my offer to 
do the work without charge was
to secure a selling- price of the
book at cost, I do not dem[--]r to 
this plan of a moderate profit being
made for the Church. I have tried
to do the work in the true spirit
of making an offering to the
Church, and I leave the matter
to the authorities. If I can feel
that the Lord has accepted my 
humble and imperfect offering
I shall count myself as richly 
recompensed. But the work is not
yet finished; the Mss. is to be 
prepared for the press, and the
labor of carrying the book through
will be considerable.

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1899.

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Jan. 28. A season of much illness.
Every ill evening I am kept busy
until a late hour visiting the 
sick. A species of influenza com-
monly called "La Grippe" is af-
flicting the people. Wife May
has suffered greatly from the pre-
vailing disorder, complicated with 
neuralgia
Jan. 30. Attended funeral services 
of Sister Karen Peterson, wife of Bro.
Samuel Peterson, our next-door neighbor.
By request I acted as one of the
speakers, and officiated in the
dedication of the grave.
Feb. 2. Monthly meeting of the
Microscopical Society of Utah.
I took part on the program by
delivering an address on "The Geol-
ogical work accomplished by tiny
organisms" with slide demonstrations.
At the January meeting of the Society
I was re-elected President for 1899.
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Some time ago I recommended 
to the Society the advisability of
agitating a movement toward the
organization of a State Academy
of Sciences or some such general
establishment, with sections or
departments covering the fields
now claimed by the several small
and confessedly weak Societies attempt-
ing special works. It may be 
that the occasion is not yet
ripe for such a general or-
ganization, but the question of
attempting it is not out of
place; sooner or later the organ-
ization will be effected.
Feb. 5.  Sunday:  Fast-day. Delivered
an evening lecture in the
Seventh Ward, under the auspices
of the Improvement Associations
on "Failure and Success." I confess
that the appointment was filled in
the spirit of sacrifice: I have had

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1899.
			Feb. 5. (cont.)

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to send a substitute to the Seventh
Ward once — a month ago —and I
felt that duty required my meeting
the present appointment: yet I have
been confined to my room, and part
of the time to my bed for two days
with a threatened attack of pneu—
monia; and to leave my bed this
evening at 5, to meet a lecture
appointment at 6 o'clock, re—
quired about all the faith and
determination I could muster.
I fear that the audience was
annoyed with my hoarseness.
Feb. 6. An unexpected holiday
which in my state of ill-
health is not entirely unwelcome.
On going to the University at 10.30
a.m. I found that the heating
apparatus is deranged owing to
to the unusual cold (—12 F. last
night), and all classes had to be
suspended. Returned home to
nurse my cold. 		(207)

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1899.

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Feb. 7. Attended funeral services
of Sister Ann Hossack Mc Gregor, of
our Ward: and officiated as one of
the speakers. Sis. Mc Gregor has been
a great sufferer for years, and her
death, even from the purely human
point of view, is a blessed release.
She has been afflicted with cancer,
located in the face. The doctors des-
cribe the cancer as of the 
"rodent" variety: it has gnawed
away the right part of the face,
flesh, bone and all; and had begun
its ravage on the other side. The
right eye had gone; the palatat
bones had been almost destroyed:– it
was a terrible case. Through it all
the woman has behaved as a saint
and a heroine. Her patience and sub-
mission constitute a sermon to all
who knew her. Before her disability
grew she was ever active in the benevo-
lent organization, and had won for herself
the title "Mother of the Ward" She died on
Saturday last, Feb. 4.                         (
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1899.

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Feb. 8.  Sorrowful tidings have come
to Utah in the word that in the
recent fighting near Manilla,
Phileppine Islands, three of her
sons have been killed, and three 
others wounded. The killed are
Dr. Harry A. Young, Asst. Surgeon
and Lieutenant in Utah Volunteers,
John G. Young (Corporal,) and 
Wilhelm Goodman, -all of Salt
Lake City. Among the wounded
is Isaac Russell, who at the time
of his enlistment was an undergrad-
uate at one university. These
fatalities are the first that have
befallen the Utah soldiers, although
our boys were prominent in 
the fight against the Spaniards
in the Philippines. The recent
engagments have been between
our troops and the insurgent
natives. We could hardly hope
to escape all the horrors of <
>
war, with so many in active service.

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1899.

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Feb. 12. Sunday. Morning Prayer Circle:
I officiated at the altar. Evening
memorial services conducted by the
 ΔΦ Fraternity of the University in honor
of Abraham Lincoln on this the 90th
anniversary of his birth. Services
were held in the Congregational
Church. By previous agreement I
gave the invocation.
Feb. 14. Afternoon lecture before
the Woman's Club; subject:– "Beauty
in Stones", illustrated with specimens
and by experiments.
Feb. 16. Afternoon lecture before
the Second Year Class at the State
Normal School; subject "Lessons
not on the program."
Feb. 19. Sunday. Usual day meetings.
In the evening went to West
Jordan and delivered a lecture,
"Success in life" under the auspices
of the combined Mutual Im-
provement Associations. Returned
same evening.			(210)

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1899.

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Feb. 21. Evening meeting of Young
Men's Mutual Improvement Assn.
in Second Ward. Delivered short
address.
Feb. 25. At last typographical work
has begun on the "Articles of Faith"
book. (See entry for Jan. 17" last.) New
type was ordered from the East, and
the kind selected had to be made to
order; then a delay was caused by
the recent snow blockades on the
railways; and the last lot of type
arrived yesterday. The first form
of the book was placed in
my hands for proof reading
tonight. The plan is to keep up
the printing operations night
and day if necessary, so as to
bring out the book by or before
the time of the April conference
Feb. 16.  Sunday.  Elder Wm McEwan
and I officiated as Home Mission-
aries in the Sixth Ward tonight.
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1899.

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Feb. 28.  Evening celebration at the
University of Utah in honor of
the legislative action looking
toward the removal of the insti-
tution from its present site
to better and more extensive grounds.
March 4.  Delivered lecture before 
the Salt Lake County. Teacher's 
Association, on "Science Teaching."
The other part of the program
consisted of a lecture by Dr
Orson Howard, on "Lymphatics,"
March 5.  Sunday.  Early morning
prayer circle in Temple. By ap-
pointment I delivered an address.
Then in accordance with arrange-
ments previously made I visited
the Ninth Ward Sabbath School.
Addressed the School; then met the
combined theological and teachers' classes
and conducted a "pattern-class;" then was 
followed by an address to teachers.
Evening lecture in Nineteenth Ward
under Improvement Assn. auspices,
subject:- "Success & Failure."

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1899.

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March 9. Attended a "joint assembly"
session of Utah's third legislature
and thereat witnessed scenes which, 
it is to be hoped, will not be
repeated. For sixty days the legisla-
ture has been in session; and for
fifty-two of those days, the Assembly
has been balloting for the election
of a U.S. Senator. The time for
effecting such election would expire
at 12 midnight and a strong though
ineffectual effort was made to
secure agreement among the legislators
The contest has been a bitter one:
charges of crimination have been
indulged, and heated personalities
have been common; and a long
and tedious investigation of a
specific accusation of bribery
on the part of A. W. Mc Cune, – the
leading candidate, has been prosecuted.
The Democratic party overwhelmingly
dominant in the legislature
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1899.
	March 9.

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was hopelessly divided against
itself. A strong minority of demo-
crats seemed as intensely opposed
to, as were the others determined
on McCune's election. Open threats
were made by McCune's supporters
that if their candidate could not
be elected, they would maintain
the dead-lock, and prevent the
election of any other person. The
better class of citizens hoped
that such prediction was nothing
more than an empty threat; but
events showed the intensity of
partisan determination; and to the
disgrace of the legislature of
Utah, the constitutional time
limit was reached and passed
without an election. The fight at
tonight's session of the joint as-
sembly – the last, – was between
A. W. McCune, and Pres. Geo. Q.
Cannon, the latter having entered (214)

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1899.   March. 9.

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the field yesterday as a "compromise
candidate," with a hope of preventing
the impending disgrace of failure
to elect. The last ballot was the
165th cast during the legislative
session. It is sad that such
lack of harmony could exist. But
for the unlooked – for relief of a 
special session of the legislature
with a more united action of the
members, there is no chance of
Utah having her quota of repre-
sentation in the upper house
of Congress for two years to come.
March 10. In this evenings issue 
of the "Deseret News" appeared
the first public announcement
of the prospective book on
the "Articles of Faith." This first
mention is made by the President 
of the Church, in the manner
following:—
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1899.	March 10.

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[left column]
	

      DERSET EVENING NEWS
Organ of the Church of Jesus Christ of
                  Latter-day Saints.
LORENZO SNOW, TRUSTEE-IN-TRUST.

	PUBLISHED EVERY EVENING
		(SUNDAYS EXCEPTED.)
Corner of South Temple and East Temple Streets,
                      Salt Lake City, Utah.
Charles W. Penrose, -    -    -   Editor
Horace G. Whitney, Business Manager

SALT LAKE CITY, MARCH 10, 1899.
[right column]
  OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT.

	During the early part of April there
will be issued by the Deseret News a 
Church work, entitled "The Articles
of Faith," the same being a series of
lectures on the principal doctrines of
the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-
day Saints, by Dr. James E. Talmage.
The lectures were prepared by appoint-
ment of the First Presidency, and the
book will be published by the Church.
It is intended for use as a text book in
Church schools, Sunday schools, Im-
provement associations, quorums of the
Priesthood, and other Church organiza-
tions in which the study of Theology
is pursued, and also for individual use
among the members of the Church. The 
work has been approved by the First
Presidency, and I heartily commend it
to the members of the Church.
			   LORENZO SNOW.

[normal text layout resumed]
The work of printing is progressing
at the rate of a form (16 pages)
every day; and the assurance 
is still held that the work
will be completed by the approach
ing April conference.
March 19. Sunday.  Delivered an
address at the funeral services
of Bro. Geo. Hewlett, an aged
member of the Third Ward of
this City. March 20: See April
		 7, 1899.			(
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1899.

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March 23. Attended funeral
services over the remains of
James Simpson of Second
Ward. Addressed the assembly.
March 27. Delivered the last lecture
in the University course of popular
addresses for the current season: my
subject was "The Everlasting Hills",
a discussion of mountain architec-
ture and sculpture": illustrated.
April 1. Read proof of last form
on the "Articles of Faith" book. The
preface will be put to press under
date of Monday next (the 3rd.) and my
work on the book is finished
for the present. I read proof of the
first form (16 pp.) Feb. 25: one form
per day was promised: 32 forms
have been completed in the 30 inter-
vening days (Sundays excepted)
April 4. First copies of the book
left the bindery. The earliest issues
were taken to the office of the
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THE

	        	ARTICLES OF FAITH.

	    A SERIES OF LECTURES ON THE 
         	  PRINCIPAL DOCTRINES OF


	   THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF
			LATTER-DAY SAINTS,


					BY

			DR. JAMES E. TALMAGE,

WRITTEN BY APPOINTMENT; AND PUBLISHED BY THE CHURCH.




			THE DESERET NEWS
		     SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH.
					1899.

			1899.	April 4.

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First Presidency. The matter of the
lectures with appendix and index
occupies 490: the book in its
entirety 498 pages. The title page
is as above: for that I am not
responsible as it was prescribed
by the First Presidency. President
Snow disapproved of my preference
of "Elder" as the title of the
author, saying that the name
as given above would be more
assuming to non-members of the
Church into whose hands the
book may come. I have copy-
righted the book in my own
name, and will assign the
right for the first edition to
the Church. In deference to my
wish to have the work sold at
the lowest possible price, the
cloth-bound copy is offered at $100;
prices of other bindings $150 to $250
Actual cost of the cloth-bound copy <(
)>
as per statement of the "Deseret News" Man-
ager is 45 cents.

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1899.

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April 6.  First day of the 69th.
Annual Conference of the Church.
Tonight according to previous
appointment I delivered an illus-
trated lecture in the Tabernacle,
subject, "Scandinavia and her
people." A nominal admission fee
of 15 cents was charged;- for the 
benefit of the Deseret Museum .
April 7. Recieved policy in the 
State Life Insurance Co. of Indianapolis
Indiana for $5000 dated March 20"
last, on which day I made appli-
cation for this additional insurance
for the benefit of my family in
case of my demise. I note here, for
ease of future reference the
insurance which I now carry:-
Equitable Insurance Co. (N.Y)}
paid up policy     		         }   $75000
Penn Mutual Co. 		     	   $800000
State Life Ins. Co. of Indianapolis}
		20 yr. convertible policy}$500000
Massachusetts Bennefit Co: – policy lapsed. (
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———1899.————

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April 12. Attended evening meeting
in 21st Ward, in honor of Elders
Misha Markon, Percy Goddard,
and James Woodruff who are 
leaving on missions. I took part
on the program by delivering an
address.
April 15. Saturday. Spent day in
Neff's Cañon engaged in geolog-
ical work.
April 22. Visit to the folks on the
farm. At last I have succeeded
in inducing Father to consent to
rent the farm, and reserve from
it himself. His health is in a
precarious condition and the
worry over the responsibility of
caring for the farm is highly
injurious. Mother is not less in
need of rest. Brother George O.
Noble of Salt Lake City has
taken the farm for the
current year on the share
plan. 
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April 29. Went to Logan accord-
ing to previous appointment, and
delivered an evening lecture
under the auspices of the Brig-
ham Young College, subject:-
"Beauty in Stones." Spent afternoon
in company with Bro. Linford, of
the College Faculty, in a geological
outing. "Put up" at the Hanks hotel
April 30 Sunday. At the irrita
tion of Stake President Smith
and others I went this morning
to Smithfield, where the confer-
ence of the Stake is to begin
today. Bro. J. B. Stewart kindly 
drove me over. President C. J. Fjel-
stead of the Presiding Quorum of
Seventy, and I occupied the stand
during the forenoon, in reverse
of order named. Apostles Merrill and
Lund and Presiding Bishop Preston 
were present. I took passage by after-
noon train, and returned home.

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1899.

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May. 6. Went to Provo; lectured
in the afternoon before the Utah
County Teachers' Association; subject:-
"Order in the Mineral World." In the 
evening I lectured before the Brig-
ham Young Academy Debating <Literary>
Society; subject "Successes and Failures."
After the meeting attended a reception
given by the Teachers' Association.
By request I delivered a short
address.   Spent night with Parents
and the folks, who have recently
moved from the farm to Provo.
May 7. Sunday. Visited farm during
forenoon. Returned home by 
afternoon train: went direct
to 16" Ward Meeting, where I 
was appointed to speak. Lec-
tured under Improvement Assn.
auspices, on "Successes and
Failures." This topic was chosen
for me: I am not responsible for
the frequent repetition of this
lecture.				   (

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1899.

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May. 14. Sunday. Was one of two
speakers at the evening meeting
in the Second Ward.
May. 15. One of the speakers at 
a general meeting held in the
Assembly Hall as a part of the
general movement in the interest 
of peace. The proposition made
by the Czar to the powers
last August that a general
peace conference of the rep-
presentatives of nations be held
has had the effect of calling
forth an effort on the part
of each of the great nations,
and commissioners have been 
sent to the Hague - where 
the conference is to be held
on the 18th of the present month.
Popular meetings have been
recommended for this day 
in each of the civilized
countries; and tonight's meeting 
here was in pursuance of the

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plan. The popular movement 
is under the auspices of the
Women's organization. I am not 
convinced that an era of universal
peace is about to be ushered
in; the unfulfilled part of 
ancient prophecy points to
much strife and bloodshed as 
a predicted characteristic 
of the last days; and the 
substitution of judicial action
for the arbitrament of war
is at present apparently re-
mote. But the effort is worth
many times its cost; and the
arousing of public opinion
and interest in the matter 
is commendable. As to the
sincerity, or hypocrisy of
the czar's proposal for general
disarmament there are di-
vergent opinions. The out come
of the movement will be 
intently watched.

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1899

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May 19. Took part by delivering
an address at a farewell enter-
tainment tendered Bishop Leonard
G. Hardy of our (the Second) Ward,
on the occasion of the departure
of himself and family. They go to
Alberta, Canada, to found a 
new home. I can conscientiously
speak well of Bishop Hardy; he
was ordained to his office shortly
before we came to the Ward, and
his administration has shown
that the spirit of his calling
has rested upon him. I can per-
sonally testify that he has been
the medium of the power of
healing (see entry for July 15, 1890.
Journal volume III: page 279) and
many have been blessed under
his ministrations.
	A jarring circumstance occured
at the meeting tonight, which
were it not already of general
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1899.
	May 19 cont.

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public knowledge in the Ward, and,
judging from the inquiring ac-
tivity of the reporters, sure to be
made a topic of newspaper no-
toriety, would not be mentioned
here. An interesting item for which
preparation had been made was
to have consisted in the presenta-
tion of a gold watch chain, with
$6000 in gold attached, - the result
of free-will donations by members
of the Ward. Just as the presenta-
tion was about to take place,
a constable served a garnishee
writ on the member of the Committee
to whom the  pleasant duty had been
assigned, attaching the gift
for a small debt at the instance
of the Utah Implement Co. The
indignation of those who knew of
the matter was very great. The
selection of such a moment
for the legal service appears heartless.

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The Bishop, in common with many
others is deeply involved in finan-
cial difficulties: but such condition
is regarded rather as misfortune
than as culpability. Surely the
annoyances and horrors of debt
are extreme.
May 20. Field work with my
geology classes in Farmington
Cañon. Returned home same 
day.
May 21. Sunday. A day of Church
duties. Wife as one of the gen-
eral officers of the Y.L.M.I.A.
went to Ogden to take part in
the stake conference there. I
attended morning Prayer Circle in
the Temple, and by appointment
delivered an address. Then went
to Second Ward Sunday School:
and by request addressed, as one
of several speakers the Theology
Class. At the afternoon	     (
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1899.	May 21 cont.

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Tabernacle services I occupied the
pulpit by call of the Stake Presi-
dency. Very large attendance today;
many sectarian ministers, principally
Baptists being present; they are 
on their way to a general
conference in California. After the
services a great many of the visitors 
came to visit me, and to ask 
questions concerning our religion.
May 23.  	By request I attended
funeral of the 10 year old son
of Bro. Fred. Beesley of the 22"
Ward: and addressed the assembly.
Services were held at the residence.
May 25. A memorable day for
wife and self. Spent part
of the day in the Temple. At
the opening services in the
Annex I delivered a short
address. The special purpose
of our visit was a call from
the presiding officers, that we

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1899.	May 25 cont.

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report for certain higher ordin-
ance work. (See Temple Record for
particulars; i.e. our family record
of Temple work.) These blessings
come when we seek and expect 
them the least. I had supposed
that with the exception of those
who are called to presiding
offices in the priesthood,
only elderly members of the
Church are selected for these
special calls I was greatly sur-
prised when Bishop Hardy
of our Ward brought me the
recommendation to the Temple
signed by President Snow.
May 28. Sunday, Opening day of
the annual conference of the
Improvement Associations. The
afternoon program was varied
owing to the presence of a
distinguished visitors whose
coming had been heralded; and
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1899.
	May 28,
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for whose attendance at the
Tabernacle special arrangements
had been made. The chief of the
visiting company was Rear Ad-
miral W. S. Schley, the victorious
hero of the Santiago naval
battle July 3rd last. He was
accompanied by his wife and by
Senator and Mrs. Manderson.
Among the items on the program
of entertainment incident to his
short sojourn in Salt Lake City 
was a visit to the Tabernacle
at 2 p.m. today. Special music was
rendered by the Choir. Then by
personal request of Pres. Snow, I
delivered a 15 minute address.
Admiral Schley and Senator
Manderson were then escorted
to the President's stand, from
which, after a hand-shake
and greeting with those who
were on the stand, the two 
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1899.
	May 28: cont.

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distinguished gentlemen addressed
the [--]use congregation in turn.
Each paid a tribute to the achiev-
ments of the pioneers in these
valleys, and to the patriotic  
work of the Utah volunteers 
during the war with Spain, and
in the present Philippine Island 
strife. The visiting party with-
drew while "America" was sung 
by choir and congregation. Then 
the regular order of the conference 
proceedings was resumed. 
Aside from the presenting of 
reports, and votes on the officers 
of the Associations, there were 
two addressess, one by Pres. Jos. F. 
Smith, the other by Sister 
May Talmage. On this occasion 
as on others, I was proud of 
and thankful for my little 
Wife. She is humble, earnest<
> 
and efficient in her public duties 
as our officer of the Y.L.M.I.A.

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1899
	   May 28.
		 cont.

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Reverting to the demonstration in
honor of Admiral Schley's visit, –
it is very evident that the Latter-
day Saints are the peers of any
people in their "hero-worship"
of war and warriors. I do not
condemn this trait, but I deplore
the fact that we seem to set the 
heroism of blood-shed and des-
truction above all other phases
of the heroic. Even at the risk
of recording a note wholly dis-
cordant when compared with the 
common exultation over Admirals
Dewey and Schley, and others who
did so much in the strife, I
venture to say that I believe the 
people are over-doing it, and
that they are fostering in the
rising generation a love for the 
hero of bloody conquest, to the 
neglect of the higher valor of
devotion to principle in the 
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1899

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May 29. This day's mail brings 
me official notification that I 
have been elected a member of
the Victoria Institute, London,
otherwise known as the Philosoph-
ical Society of Great Britain.
This organization professes as
its chief purpose the study
of the harmonies between Science
and the revealed word of God.
I have been proffered membership
for tl two years past; but only 
last month did I signify my 
acceptance, and then only at
the suggestion of brethren here
in authority in the Church.
The title of membership is 
"Member of the Victoria Institute"
(M.V.I.)
May 30. Memorial Day. Visit 
to the cemetery with wife and
sons to place a flower on the 
grave of our sleeping daughter.
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1899.

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May 31. Closing lectures in my 
classes at the University for
the year. Busy with preparations
for my departure on another 
journey to England. Owning to
my very busy condition in
missionary labor last year
I accomplished but little of
the scientific work which I 
went to do; and I have been 
impressed with a desire to 
return. In recent conversations
with the First Presidency, this 
desire was strengthened by their
expressed wish that I would 
go. Indeed Prest. Snow first
proposed that the Church ap-
propriate $300– for my expenses
but this suggestion I could not
urge knowing as I do how
embarrassed the authorities
are in a financial sense, 
and realizing that it is the
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1899 May 31: cont.

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duty of every member of the 
Church rather to aid the 
authorities in ridding the
Church of debt than to increase
the burden. When, therefore,
the brethren told me how
reluctant they were to aban-
don the hope of my going
abroad and meeting again
men in high circles as I
have been privileged to do
on former visits, I volunteered
to go at my own expense.
Heavy as is the burden of
cost, it is not greater than
that borne by the missionaries
who leave their occupation
and lose all chance of
receiving an income during
their two or three years 
absence. While I have no
money to spare I am thankful
to be able to undertake the journey
with little danger of running in
debt thereby.			   (
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1899.

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June 1. Goodbye to Wife and
children before they had risen.
Took passage by Oregon Short
Line, then by Union Pacific Rys.
Had the pleasure of meeting my
brother Albert at Ogden; he was
brought to the station by Supt
Metcalf of the School for the
Blind. The day's travel was
of but ordinary interest.
June 2. Riding day and night.
June 3. Arrived at Chicago;
took room at the Palmer
House. Tired:- I have sat up
both nights on the way: and 
am otherwise ill. Spent day in
rest and some little business.
June 4. Sunday. Left Chicago
by 10.30 a.m. Pennsylvania train,
(Panhandle route), bound for
New York.
June 5. Arrived at New York, 3 p.m.
Took room at St. Denis hotel.
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1899.

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June 6.  Morning visit to steam-
ship office, and to the American
Line steamer "St. Paul", on which
I am to sail tomorrow. Heat is
excessive, many prostrations are
reported through the papers.
June 7  Went aboard steamer 
"St. Paul" at 9 a.m. We have quite
a party of Utah people; there are
Elders Harding and Erickson, and Sister
Josie Booth – wife's niece, – all of
whom are on their way to foreign
missionary fields; and Sisters Mc
Cune, Knight, Caine, Alder, and
Thomas, the last named accompan-
ied by two daughters and a son.
The "St. Paul" left dock at 10a.m,
and proceeded on her voyage 
without hindrance. Of the
passengers named above, Sisters 
McCune and Knight travel as
saloon passengers, the rest, in-
cluding myself, as second class
ticket-holders.

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※ The "Paris" is the vessel on which
I sailed from Southampton to New York
in September 1897- on my return
from Russia. She did efficient
service for our country during
our war with Spain; in this
service she was known as the 
"Yale".———————




			1899.

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June. 10. Have progressed well 
with little of special interest.
Choppy seas have caused much
sickness among the passengers.
Sister R. K. Thomas and her daugh-
ter Miss Katie, have been seriously
ill. All are improving.
June 11. Sunday.  Episcopal service
at 10 a.m. in Saloon, and at 8 p.m.
in Second Cabin.
June 14.  The anniversary of our
wedding day; and again on its
recurrence Wife and I are thousands
of miles apart. May it be a day
of comfort and peace to her.
Early this morning land was 
sighted first the cliffs of Land's 
End: then Lizard Point. The names
being to me memories of my geog-
raphy lessons as an English
school-boy. At 8 a.m. we passed
within sight of the wrecked line
steamer "Paris"※ lying on the (
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1899. June 14: cont.

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Manacles,—sunken rocks off the
coast of Cornwall. She was im-
paled there a few weeks ago: and
thus far all attempts to get her
off have been futile.
	The daily announcements of our
run according to bulletin posted
at noon each day have been as
follows:—
Noon	Latitude.		Longitude.		Miles.
June 8.	40.41 N.		54.36 <64.31> W.	435
" 9		40.35 "		54.36 "			444
" 10		41.43 "		45.41 "			448
" 11		45.16 "		35.52 "			454
" 12		47.49 "		25.19 "			462.
" 13		49.14 "		14.62 "			453
	From Sandy Hook Light-ship 2696 mls.
	To Needles Point			495 "
" 14		Channel				428 miles.
	From Sandy Hook Light-ship 3124
	To Needles				67.
We reached dock at 6 p.m. and
an hour later we landed. Boarded
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special train for London; arrived
at Waterloo station shortly before
10 p.m. At Southampton we were
met by Bro. and Sis. Hyde, residents
of that place; they rendered great
assistance in getting our little 
party through the Custom
House and to the train. The ex-
perience were new to most of the 
party, and not a little attention
was required. At Waterloo we 
were met by Bros. Knight and 
Farr of the missionary corp.
they took charge of the party
consisting of Bros. Erickson
and Harding and Sisters Alder,
Caine, and Josie Booth, and 
conveyed them to the church 
office. Sister Thomas and family
were recieved at the station by
their friends. I took room at 
the Oxford Temperance Hotel,
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1899.

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June 15. Business and correspond-
ence occupied most of the day;
- getting money from bank, and 
finding a lodging place. Took 
a room in the house of a 
family named Bruton, at
133 Gorver St. W.C. Visited 
Church office and spent an 
hour or two with the missionaries 
there. Met my old companion in 
last year's lecture tour, Bro. Andersen, 
also Sis. Inez Knight, who continues 
as an active missionary, Sister
Chipman, Bro. Squires, and others.
	In the evening I visited the 
Egyptian Hall. In the course of 
a stage demonstration, the flags
of many natives were displayed. 
as a crowning feature "the grandest 
flag of all" was spread; it proved
to be the Union Jack and the 
Stars and Stripes sewn together.
The enthusiasm shown was signif-
icant.

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1899.

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June 16. Visited 8 Adelphi Terrace,
Strand W.C. – the headquarters of
the Victoria Institute, otherwise
known as the Philosophical
Society of Great Britain, of which
I have been recently elected a 
member. Met the Secretary, Capt.
Petrie F.G.S., and received many 
courtesies at his hands. His per-
sonality is most peculiar- he ap-
pears as a sort of Lord Dun-
dreary, perpetually on the run.
June 17. Spent in visiting places
of interest, and in letter-writing.
Visited picture galleries etc: in the
evening attended Lyceum theater
to see Irving in the powerful
drama "Robespierre;" certainly one of 
the strongest stage productions I
have ever witnessed. Presentation
of scenes incident to the reign
of terror was most impressive
and instructive.		(
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1899.

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June 18. Sunday. Attended service
at the City Temple, and listened
again to Dr. Jos. Parker. In the
evening attended our own service,
and by request addressed the 
congregation. I am glad to find 
that the London Saints have procured
for their Sabbath meetings a 
better hall than the dingy 
place at 36 Penton St. They are 
using a well fitted hall <room> in
the Clerkenwell Town Hall on
Roseberry Avenue. The old place 
is still kept for minor meetings
and the office is retained there.
An important part of the missionary
work here in progress consists
in open-air meetings in Hyde
Park: in these out-door demonstra-
tions, I have been advised by
the brethren at home not to 
take active part. I enjoyed many <(
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pleasant meetings with old acquaintances
among the Saints this evening.

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1899.

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June 19. Morning visit to Westmin-
ster Abbey, where England's great
ones sleep. In the afternoon attend-
ed the annual meeting of the
Victoria Institute. The address was
delivered by "The Rt. Hon. Sir Richard
Temple. Bart. G. C. S. I. M. P., F.R.S."; it was
mainly extempore or at least without
manuscript, and consisted of an 
extended series of biblical incidents
which modern exploration in
Egypt and Palestine serves to con-
firm. The address when written for
publication may present some
good points but, as delivered, it
seemed to d me hardly worthy of
begin called a strong argument.
Yet there were many remarks
of commendation in the motion
and second for a vote of thanks
to "the Rt. Hon. Gentleman." The
Society professes as the chief object
of its existence, that of examining <(
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1899.
	June 19, cont.

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"science generally, and more especially
those theories which are alleged 
to contradict revelation." Some
excellent publications have been
put out by the Society. An interest-
ing incident of the meeting was
the presentation of an address of
felicitation and congratulation
to "Sir Gabriel Stokes Bart., LL.D.
Sc. D. F.R.S" who as President of the 
Institute occupied the chair. Sir 
Gabriel Stokes has just completed the
50" year of his tenure of the office
of Lucasian Professor of Mathematics
in the University of Cambridge
and a great jubilie celebration has 
been held at the university named.
The Victoria Institute added its item
of honor to the venerable Professor.
A copy of the address on vellum signed
by the Lord High Chancellor of England
(Lord Halsbury) as senior Vice President
was presented. I had the pleasures
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1899
	June 19 (cont.)

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of brief conversation, at the close
of the meeting with some of the
officers and members of the Institute
The present meeting is the last for the 
current session. Usual tea-talk accompaniment.
June 20. Morning visit to the 
physical apparatus house of
Negretti and Zambra. In the after-
noon attended by invitation a meeting 
of the Royal Statistical Society, at
which a paper was read by A.W. 
Flux, M.A., on "The Flag and Trade,"
An interesting but I think an in-
effective effort to prove that the 
colonial relation controls the trade.
I believe that the geographical 
propinquity, or the easy facilities 
of transportation, the adaptability
of export and import, and<or> the
adaptability of favorable exchange
by import and export rather
than the sense of dependency upon
the mother country determines
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1899.
	June 20: (cont.)

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the drift and channels of trade.
<I w[-]rt able t[-]a table> At night I attended, by invitation
(for which I am indebted to Capt.
Petrie Hon. Sec. of the Victoria In-
stitute) a conversazione of the
Society of Arts, held at the National
History Museum, South Kensing-
ton. It was, of course, a full dress,
and generally a grand affair. A
reception was held, 9 to 10 p.m. by
"Sir John Wolfe Barry, K.C.B. F.R.S.,
and other members of the Council.
There were present Knights and
Baronets, Lords and Earls, and
ladies in profusion. There was
music by the String Band of the
Royal Artillery and by the Red
Hungarian Band. Refreshments
were served on an elaborate
scale. The halls of the great Museum
were crowded but it was purely
a social affair. The excellent
exhibits at the Museum are open
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1899.
	June 20
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and one can examine them to
greater advantage by daylight.
Nobody had time for more than
a passing word with anybody
else. I was announced as "Dr.
Talmage from Salt Lake City,"
immediately after Lord Somebody—
or-other, and I passed the recep-
tion committee with as graceful
a bow as I was capable of offer-
ing; then I roamed through
the grand galleries, with an oc-
casional word to acquaintances,
visited the refreshment tables, and
went to my lodgings.
June 20. Morning visit to Pad-
dington. Then "took in" Madame
Tussaud's wax work exhibition.
For the evening I had to decide
between two meetings of interest
— that of the Geological Society
and that of the Royal Microscop-
ical Society. I chose the latter
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1899.
	June 21 (cont)

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as I have not been privileged to
attend a session for several years.
Went early as I have learned through
<experiense> that much of interest in the mat-
ter of conversation with members
and exhibition of slides occurs
before the session opens. I was
gratified to find that many of
the officers and members remem-
ber me. Grand exhibition of slides;
over 30 microscopes were in use.
Actual session was short the pa-
pers, which were of a technical
nature being "taken as read," and
referred for publication. Then
the conversazione was resumed, of
course with tea-table incidentals.
At 9.15 p.m. the members were leav-
ing: I hastened to Burlington
House, and found the Geological
Society still in session, and a
very instructive lecture in progress
by Mr Garwood on the glacial
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1899.
	June 21 
		(cont.)

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phenomena of Spitzbergen with
lantern illustrations. Met a mem-
ber of friends – Mr. Bellinfante,
Prof. Watts, Mr. Rudler and others
at the refreshment table after
the meeting.
June 22. Rainy day. Spent portion
of day writing article for one of
our home magazines. In the even-
ing indulged a visit to the
opera, but was unable to sit
through the performance, – so
empty and nonsensical. Rejoiced
in the receipt of a letter from
home dated June 9: all well at
that writing.
June 23. Spent in visiting:
principally the British Museum.
June 24. Attended Earl's Court
Exhibition. Magnificent display
of products from Greater Britain
- Britain and colonies. Area re-
presentation of life in "Savage
South Africa."      		  (
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1899.

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June 25. Sunday. Attended service
at St. Pancras Church. An attack 
of my baneful headache kept
me away from our church
service in the evening.
June 26. Spent part of day
at the church office with
the missionaries. Visits to St.
Paul's etc.
June 27. Sight seeing, coupled
with an attempt to take photo-
graphs for possible use in prepar-
ing lantern slides. Visited some
of the poorer quarters, – Oh, the
misery and the squalor, – a squal-
or all the more terrible because
of its dwarfing effect on moral-
ity and personal purity.
June 28. Spent some time
at the rooms of the Royal
Microscopical Society. This
is the vacation season and but
few of the Fellows are to be 
found there.			(
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※ June 29. (Omission). Attended
the weekday evening service
at 36 Penton St. Elders Mc
Murrin and Naisbitt of the
European Mission presidency
were present; they and I
occupied the speaker's stand
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			1899.

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June 29. Museum of Practical
Geology took my time and at-
tention today. American mail
brought letters from home. Word
from Wife, of June 14 – a wed-
ding day offering of kind
wishes and fond hopes, was
among the epistles. ※
June 30. Spent forenoon in
the rooms of the Geological
Society, Burlington House. In
the afternoon Bro. J. R. Hindley 
conference President here, and I
visited Mr. Arthur Reynolds,
brother to our Elder Geo. Reynolds,
also a Mr. Cooper, 25 Mandeville
St. Rushmore Rd. N.E. upon
whom I was requested to call,
by letter from his sister,
a Mrs. Buckle of Salt Lake
City. Correspondence labors
filled out the day.
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July 1. It has been requested of
me that I accompany some
of the Utah people on a visit
to places of interest. This day was
agreed upon for the visit. The
sisters who had planned to go
were prevented by their duties
at the International Women's Con-
gress. Our party consisted of Elders
Mc Murrin, Hindley, Partington,
and Squires, and myself. We
visited historical streets Fire Mon-
ument, Billingsgate Market,
Tower Bridge, and the Tower.
Other projected visits were aban-
doned on account of the rain,
which fell at intervals in
torrents.
July 2. Sunday Attended morning
service at the Church of St.
Martins-in-the-Fields. In the
evening I went by special
request to Stratford, and (
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1899.
	July 2. Sunday
		(cont.)

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there attended service with our
people. I occupied the stand
for the evening. Visited
the martyr's monument, erected
in memory of over 100 martyrs
who were burned to death in
the place, during the days of
Bonner's tyrrany. Returned
to my lodgings after the
meeting.
July 3. Visit to the Victoria
Institute; short visit to St.
Paul's. Spent considerable time
with the brethren at the Church
office. They are full of questions
on matters of scriptural inter-
pretation and doctrine.
July 4. Independence Day. The
Stars and Stripes were liberally
displayed in London, and in many
cases the American and English
flags were floating together. On
Regent St; I noticed stretched across
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1899.
	July 4, (cont.)

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the thoroughfare, the two flags
suspended from the same cord,
and coupled by a huge bow of
ribbon. Spent considerable part
of the day with Utah brethren at
the British Museum. I had prom-
ised to accompany some of them
there and Bros. Hindley, Partington,
and Berry joined me.
July 5. Preparing to leave London
tomorrow. Busy today with cor-
respondence, and shopping, - the
latter quite a feminine occu-
pation, but in my case dealing
mostly with books and pictures.
At 6 p.m. I found myself at the
Church office, by invitation, to
attend as I supposed an ordinary
meeting, though I had been told
that the assembly would consist
mostly of Utah elders and sisters.
I found a large gathering, amongst
which there was but one non-Utah
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1899.
	July 5.
		(cont.)

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elder. Tables were placed in the
old hall laden with good things
in abundance. It was a banquet
excelling in plenty and richness
many very pretentious spreads 
to which I have sat down. After
the meal, which was a scene
of genuine good-feeling remind-
ing us all of home, there was
rendered a program of vocal
and instrumental music, recita-
tions etc. I had to contribute a
speech. Then followed a short
dance. The night will be re-
membered by all who had the
privilege of being present. The
resident brother, – a Bro. Crossworth,
expressed his pleasure over the
freedom, simplicity, and innocence
of the amusements in which the
Utah people delight. "The Mormons,"
said he, "are the happiest peo-
ple I have ever seen." 	(
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July 6. Noon train from Euston,
bound for Liverpool. Arrived
in early evening. Pleasant meeting
with the brethren at the office,
and later with the missionary
elders and some of the saints at
the week-day meeting held
at the new place of assembly,
141 Islington. By request I was
the speaker for the evening.
Letter from home, dated June 21:
good news of the well-being of
our little household. Passed
the night at the Church office.
Here as elsewhere the Elders are
in a state of semi-unrest over
the seemingly small result of
their labor. The gatherings are
small, and the interest in
the work as shown by outsiders
weak. Still I am sure good
seed is being sown; and the
harvest, however distant is
sure. 			     (
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July 7. Took train at 1 p.m:
proceeded to Glasgow. I am on
the way to Edinburgh, and this
route was followed at the
suggestion of the Liverpool
brethren, to give me a Sabbath
here. At Glasgow I took
quarters at the Balinoral Tem-
perance Hotel, Sanchiehall St.
my favorite putting-up-place
-the Waverly, being full.
July 8. Forenoon spent with the
missionary elders at the confer-
ence house, 53 Holmhead St.
Afternoon visits to museums, etc;
evening devoted to the Corpora-
tion Galleries. Pleasant call by
Bro. David McKay, conference presi-
dent, who had hastily returned
from Edinburgh on hearing of
my visit here. Elders Mitchell,
Eccles and Young are located here
with Bro. McKay. 			(
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July 9. Sunday. Attended fore-
noon service at the Adelaide 
Baptist Church. Afternoon ser-
vice and sacrament meeting
of our people at 4 Carlton Place
By request I occupied the af-
ternoon meeting time in ad-
dressing the congregation.
Dinner by invitation at the
home of Bro. & Sis. Nelson;– a
time of whole-souled Scottish
hospitality. Evening meeting
at 6.30. Again I was the
speaker for most of the time.
Bro. Leggit, a local resident
was called at my suggestion
and gave a short address.
Then followed a pleasant
gathering of Utah saints
and members of the local
branch, at the conference
head-quarters.		(
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July 10. Morning visit to
Corporation and Museums; I
met my old-time acquaintance,
Mr. Jas. Paton who accompan-
ied me to Kelvingrove Museum
and other places of interest.
Then followed a visit to the
University. Letter from home dated 
June 26 brought welcome tidings.
Proceeded by evening train
to Edinburgh; took room at
the Darling Temperance hotel.
July 11. Moved to a room, which
I have rented, in the house
of a Mrs Macgregor, No. 30
Montgomery St. Called on
Bros. Gardiner and Kerr, two
of the missionaries here located.
Visited the University; attended
lectures by my friend, Prof. Tait.
Spent a considerable part of
the day in the rooms of the
Royal Society.		    (
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July 12. Visits to Antiquarian
Museum, Gallery of Portraits
Edinburgh Library, and the
University.
July 13. Early part of day on
Calton Hill and in neighborhood.
Afternoon at University. Attended
lecture by Prof. Geikie; pleasant
reception by the Professor.
July 14. Morning call on
Bros. Miller, Worthington, and
others of the locally assigned
elders. Then a visit to the
Royal Society rooms; and after-
ward a visit to the University;
lecture by Prof. Geikie, – the
closing lecture of the course.
A pleasing event marked the
close of the instruction; tea
was served in the laboratory,
and the medal and prizes
were awarded. 	    (
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July 15. Visit to Blackford Hill
where the Royal Observatory
is situated. Afternoon spent in
the rooms of the Royal Society.
July 16. Sunday. Attended
morning service at the Gaelic
Church (Church of Scotland.)
Afternoon and evening meetings
with our people at their
assembly hall in the Free
Gardener's Institute 14 Picardy
Place. At both meetings I oc-
cupied the speaker's stand
by request. Between the meetings
I was pleasantly entertained
at "tea" at the home of Bro.
and Sis. White, 14 Edina Place.
The day has been a typical
Edinburgh sabbath, – all street
cars and other public traffic
suspended, and even restaurants
closed. Such revelry as was common
last night on the streets would seem to
call for a rest immediately after. (
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July. 17. Morning visit to the hills
driven in by rain. Devoted the
afternoon to writing an article
for a home magazine. In the
evening I attended the last
meeting of the Royal Society
for the current session. Small
attendance. Principal paper was
by Sir John Murray on "Bathy-
metrical Surveys of Scottish Lochs."
July 18. Spent the day in the
Antiquarian Museum, and at
the Royal Institution. Rainy day.
July 19. Visit to the hills: rest
of the day devoted to correspondence
etc.
July 20. Went to Glasgow at the
invitation of Prof. John Young, and
witnessed the graduation ceremonies
at the University. The medical depart-
ment was the principal one repre-
sented, though four honorary de-
grees were conferred. There was the
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1899.
	July 20: cont.

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usual academic display, and the
traditional irreverence and ill-
mannered confusion on the part
of the undergraduates. The hon<or>ary
graduands receiving the LL.D. degree
were Sir Henry Irving, Mr. Jack
an Austraian Surveyor- General,
Col. Hector Mc Donald, – The hero of
the hour because of his recentbravery at Obdurman, - and a
Professor from the Univ. of Lille who
has found his way to the Scottish
heart by his published admiration
of Burns. The usual degree in
medicine was that of Bachelor of
Medicine associated with either
Bachelor or Master of Surgery.
The M. D. was conferred as a post-
graduate degree on a few practition-
ers of standing. The ceremony of
"capping" each recipient of a 
degree was almost ludicrous.
The Vice Chancellor presided and (
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1899.
	July 20, (cont.)

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bestowed the degrees. Presentation
addresses were delivered in English
but the invocation, the benediction,
and the ceremony of bestowal of
degrees were in Latin. Even the prayer
could not be followed, so great was
the confusion caused by the under-
graduate contingent.
After the exercises I visited the
Kelvingrove Museum; and the
Corporation Galleries; at the
latter place I found the director
Mr. Jas. Paton, who accompanied
me to another of the corporation
museums,- the Peoples' Palace at
Glasgow Green. Then followed
a visit to the brethren at the
Church office. Returned to Edin-
burgh by night train. By the
late mail I received letter from
home dated July 4. All were
well at that time. 			     		(
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July 21. The brethren here and those
in Glasgow tell me of a despatch
printed in the British papers
to the effect that Pres. Angus
M. Cannon of the Salt Lake
Stake had been arrested on the
old thread-bare charge, and that
Pres. Snow and others of the church
authorities are threatened. If this
be so I take it that the plot
is an attempt to manufacture
political capital for use in the
prospective anti-Roberts con-
gressional crusade.
	Wife writes that a solemn
assembly was convened in the
Temple on the Fast-day Sabbath
of the present month. I did not
learn the specific purpose of
the call; perhaps the clouds
of persecution are again threat-
ening to break over our people.
I am anxious to learn more. 
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1899.
	July 21.
		  (cont.)

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Spent the day in general sight-
seeing and in writing.
July 22. A lazy day. Threatening
weather changed my plans of
excursions. Visited the hills and
parks.
July 23. Sunday. Attended morn-
ing service at the Greenside
Church, (Established Church of
Scotland.) Then went according to
previous invitation to the Royal
Observatory, Blackford Hill, and
dined with Prof. Copeland, – the
Astronomer Royal, – and family:
Drove out through a heavy rain-
storm. Met there a Mr. Parsons
grandson of Lord Rosse, of reflecting
– telescope fame. Had long conversation
on Utah and the "Mormon" people.
Attended evening service of our
church, and by request occupied
the time in addressing the con-
gregation. At a later hour the elders <(
)>
and saints held an out-door meeting.

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July 24. Pioneer day at home.
Spent day at University, and at
the Royal Institution.
July 25. Devoted to Botanical
Gardens, and places of general
interest.
July 26 and 27. Inclement weather.
Spent time in Museums, Gardens etc.
July 28. Morning mail brought
me a letter from Maia, dated July
10th. Good news, thankfully received.
Morning visit to the elders at
missionary head-quarters. They
report the receipt of instructions
to suspend emigration operations
for the present. In the evening
I dined with Prof. Jas. Geikie
and family. Conversation was turned
on Utah and the "Mormons,"
and a friendly discussion ensued.
One of the University Professors
who was present had read part <(
)>
of the Book of Mormon and ap-
peared to have been favorably impressed.

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July 29. Graduation day at
the University, mostly for the
medical department. I had been
honored with a ticket for a plat-
form seat among the professors.
Interesting ceremony, in which
the procedure of "capping" at-
tracted much attention.
	After the exercises I was introduced
by Prof Copeland to Sir Wm Turner,
the Professor of Anatomy. Sir
William conducted us personally
through the extensive museum.
He is specially interested in
craniology, and desires speci-
mens of modern and ancient
Indian heads from our region.
A very pleasant walk and chat
with Prof Copeland followed.
This venerable man seems
very desirous of extending (
)
courtesies and favors to me.
He has been exceedingly kind on
each of my several visits here.

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July 30. Sunday. Attended morning
service at Glenorchy Free Church,
(Ch. of Scotland.) Afternoon and
evening services with our people.
The afternoon was devoted to ad-
dresses by visiting elders; in the
evening I occupied most of the
time by request; Elders Kerr, and
Thompson and myself were the
speakers.
July 31. Morning visit with the
elders. Afternoon devoted to general
visits, and preparations for de-
partures.
Aug. 1. By train to Liverpool.
Delayed on the way by a derailed
engine belonging to train ahead
of us. Pleasant meeting with the
brethren at the church office.
Spent evening with them, and took
quarters for the night at Stewart
Temperance Hotel, next door from
the office.				(
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Aug. 2. Took passage by 10.30 a.m.
boat for the Isle of Man. Landed
at Douglas 2 p.m. Spent rest of
day visiting places of interest
and in general sightseeing. Visited
Trades Exhibition and Derby Castle.
Took room for the night at Almo-
rah House Buck's Road.
Aug. 3. Took morning train to Peel.
A delightful ride across the greatest
width of this diminuitive isle. The
entire journey was ten (10) miles in
length; and, by slow train, with
many stops, was covered in 24 min-
utes. A fast train could traverse
the line in less than ten minutes.
Spent an hour or two in examin-
ing the geological structure of the
region. Then called on Bro. J. H. Kelly
a member of the church of long
standing and one who has been
faithful to his professions in
spite of much opposition. I found
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1899.
	Aug 3.		cont.

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him in a poorly furnished room,
surrounded with little that speaks
of comfort beyond his thankful-
ness and contentment. He accompan-
ied me to the historic Peel Castle,
of interest in fable and in song;
his genial disposition and his inti-
mate acquaintance with the place
made his companionship both
profitable and pleasant. Bro.
Kelly is in his 80th year; he has
lived since his birth in Peel. I learn
that this little town is the birth
place of Utah's citizen, and some-
time Representative or rather Delegate
in Congress - John T. Caine. Pres Geo.
Q. Cannon is of Isle of Man ancestry.
Returned to Douglas during the
afternoon. Spent some time on
the shore and in rambles over the
hills. The history and traditions
of Manxland are strange and
interesting. Saw several of the
Manx cats (tail-less) and more
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1899.
		
		Aug. 3
			(cont.)

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of the felines whose tails had been
amputated. The strange coat of
arms, – the three legs – appears every
where, with the motto – "Quocun-
que jeceris stabt," - "Howsoever
you throw it, it stands." The
autonomous government of the
so-called independent island
is a subject for study.
	Took room for the night at the
Great Malvern, - a temperance hotel
on Walpole St.
Aug. 4. Returned to Liverpool by
morning packet. Nasty passage;
arrived at 1.15. Spent day in office
– 42 Islington. Took lodgings at
the Stewart Hotel, next door:
Met a number of newly arrived
missionaries.
Aug. 5. Morning spent in prepara-
tions for departure. At 3 p.m. went
aboard the Cunard liner "Umbria"
as second cabin passenger bound
for New York. Vessel left dock
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1899.
	Aug 5. 
		cont.

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at 4.30 p.m. Fair passage until
about 10 o'clock; then we experienc-
ed a heavy thunder storm. Some
little excitement aboard, owing to
the vessel being struck by light
ning. The engines were stopped,
and for a time some of the pas-
sengers were greatly agitated.
No damage was done. The brilli-
ant illumination by the flashes,
and the roar of the thunder
presented a scenic combination
of the grandest kind.
Aug. 6. Sunday. Stopped at Queens-
town 7.30 a.m. Proceeded after a
halt of half an hour. Morning
service (Church of England) in the
saloon at 11 a.m. Fair passage,
during the day. Rainstorm during
afternoon; black clouds in the
east, and the most brilliant
rainbow I have ever seen. Reflection
from the water surface seemed
to continue the bow to the sides
of the vessel. 			(
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August 7. I share my state-room
with three other gentlemen. Yesterday
and today conversation among us
has led to a friendly discussion
of Mormonism.
Aug. 8 and 9. Rough weather. Many
ill. My friends continue their
enquiries concerning our people.
Aug. 10 & 11. Good weather, fair progress.
Aug. 12. The Umbria reached
her dock at 7 p.m. I was delayed
in the Customs House through
a misplacement of my baggage.
Reached hotel at 10 o'clock. Took
room at the Morton House, Union
Square.
Aug. 13. Sunday. Letter from home
dated 8" inst; good news in that
Maia and children were well.
Attended morning service at
Grace Church. Crossed to Brook-
lyn and called at church
headquarters – 50 Concord St. Here
I met Pres. W. H. Smart, Elder E. H. Snow
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[The following is pasted sideways]
	ABSTRACT OF LOG OF THE
CUNARD ROYAL MAIL STEAMSHIP "UMBRIA,"
	(CAPTAIN DUTTON),
FROM LIVERPOOL TO NEW YORK.

	Date 1899			Distance		Latitude			Longitude			Winds

Saturday		August	5							Left Liverpool		at 5 p.m.	E.
Sunday		,,		6	228		From Liverpool	Bar Lightship		Arrived at Queenstown at 7.32 a.m.
,,			,,		,,	71				From	Daunt's Rock		Left Daunt's Rock at 8.51 a.m.
Monday		,,		7	460			50.03 N		21.53 W					E.N.E. to N.N.W.
Tuesday		,,		8	466			47.31 ,,		33.02 ,,					S.W. to N.W.
Wednesday	,,		9	453			44.02 ,,		42.37 ,,					N.W. to S.W.
Thursday		,,		10	436			41.59 ,,		51.41 ,,					W.
Friday		,,		11	462			41.19 ,,		61.57 ,,					N.W. & Vble
Saturday		,,		12	466			40.25 ,,		72.09 ,,					S.E.
						77				To Sandy	Hook Lightship	4.10 p.m. Sandy Hook L'ship abeam
From Daunt's Rock to		—
	Sandy Hook Lightship	2,891											PASSAGE
From Liverpool Bar to		—										Daunt's Rock to Sandy Hook L'ship
	Sandy Hook Lightship	3,119										6 days, 11 hours 54 minutes

RECORD PASSAGES & FASTEST OCEAN STEAMING OF	"LUCANIA"		"CAMPANIA"	"UMBRIA"		"ETRURIA"
	Fastest Passage 	WESTWARD	...	..	...	...	...	5	7	23		5	9	6		5	22	7		5	20	55
		Do.			EASTWARD	...	...	...	...	...	5	8	38		5	9	18		6	1	15		6	0	37
	Highest day's run	WESTWARD	...	...	...	...	...	562 Knots.		553 Knots		510 Knots		509 Knots
		Do.			EASTWARD	...	...	...	...	...	533 do.			528 do.			473 do.			485 do.
	Average Speed throughout passage 	WESTWARD		21.81 ks. per hr.	21.59 ks. per hr.	19.57 ks. per hr.	19.94 ks. per hr.
		Do.		do		do.			EASTWARD		22.01 do.			21.88 do.			19.76 do.			20.00 do.
	Average Speed for five successive passages		...	...	21.72 do.			21.65 do.			19.24 do.			19.89 do.
	Average Speed for the whole year EASTWARD		...	21.47 do.			21.40 do.			19.01 do.			19.38 do.
		Do.		do.	EASTWARD and WESTWARD	...	20.90 do.			20.95 do.			18.46 do.			18.93 do.

[The following is written below above]
1899.
	Aug 13. <cont>

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and many other elders. Went with
the brethren to the afternoon
meeting and by request occupied
most of the time addressing the
congregation. Elder Bunker of
Nevada preceded me in speaking
Returned to the office and
spent the evening with the
brethren. Recrossed to New York
at night. I note in New York
the first practical working
of electric cars with underground
circuit, thus dispensing with
the objectionable trolly-wire above
The contact is effected by a so-
called "plow" which passes into a
central slit and joins the conductor
in a conduit similar to the cable
conduit.
Aug. 14. Morning spent in business.
Took passage by afternoon train
(Delaware Lackawana Western Ry.) for
Na Chicago.

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1899.

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Aug. 15. Arrived at Chicago, 5 p.m.
Took room at Palmer House. Letter
from Wife dated 12" inst. brought good
news.
Aug. 16. Day spent in business.
Took evening train by Chicago
and North Western, westward bound.
Aug. 17.	Reached Council Bluffs at
8 a.m. Proceeded westward by Union
Pacific train.
Aug. 178. Met on train this morning.
Elder Brown of Centerville, who is just
returning from his mission to England,
and several saints just emigrated
from their father-land.
Reached Salt Lake City at 3.30 p.m.
Found the house closed, as Wife and
children are away. I have intentionally
refrained from notifying them of my
return plans, so as not to cut short
their holiday. At 7.30 p.m., however, Wife
returned with all the children except
Paul, who remains with his grandparents.
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1899.
	Aug. 18, (cont.)

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Thus we are united again. I am
thankful to find all well.
Aug. 19. Day of note in Utah. Early
this morning the volunteers who
responded to the country's call at
the outbreak of hostilities with
Spain, and who have just returned
from Manila, arrived in Salt Lake
City. Elaborate preparations had
been made for a patriotic demon-
stration of welcome. The city was
decorated; an elaborate large and
magnificent triumphal arch
(on which were emblazoned the
names of officers and new portraits
of the leaders, list of battles, etc)
had been erected at the intersection
of East Temple and Second South Sts.
The Utah volunteers who started
for Cuba returned months ago.
They were included as subjects of
today's demonstration. Today
there were processions and pageants
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such as Utah has perhaps never
seen before. In Liberty Park a program
of music, speeches, etc. was rendered,
and medals were there presented.
Welcome to Utah's soldiers; and thanks
to God that so few have been left
behind among the dead.
Aug. 20. Sunday. Morning Prayer
Circle in the Temple. By call of
the President I addressed the Circle.
Afternoon meeting at the Tabernacle,
there also I was the speaker. In
the evening attended meeting in
our own ward, and by request
occupied the whole of the time
allotted to speaking. Since I left
home last the Bishopric of the
Second Ward has been reorganized,
Bro. Heber Iverson – a neighbor,
of ours and one of my students in
the Latter-day Saints College, – is
Bishop; Bros. Paul Olson and
Frank Branting are counselors.
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August 21. Went to Provo by morning
train to visit the folks. Found
all fairly well in health, but greatly
distressed in mind over the un-
favorable state of affairs on the
farm. Late in the season the farm
was rented to George Noble; there
was no time to lose in getting
crops started; nevertheless the man
delayed; and the few and feeble efforts
at planting were rendered fruitless
by what appears to be inexcusable
neglect. There will be practically
no returns from the farm this
season. Father, George, and I visited
the farm this afternoon; Noble
was not there. We enlisted the brotherly
offices of Bishop Peter Wentz, in
the hope of averting necessity of further
prosecution. In the evening Patriarch
Jesse Martin who was visiting the
folks, gave me a patriarchal
blessing. It reads as follows: –
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Provo City, Utah,
									August 21, 1899.
A PATRIARCHAL BLESSING, given by Jesse B. Martin, upon
the head of James Edward Talmage, son of James J. and
Susannah Talmage, born Sept. 21st, 1862, at Hungerford,
Berks, England.
	JAMES EDWARD, in the name of Jesus Christ, I lay
my hands upon thy head, and give thee a Patriarchal Bles-
sing; for thou art a literal descendant of Ephraim, and
entitled to all the blessings pertaining to that tribe.
And thou shalt have all things given unto thee through
thy holy anointings, that shall prepare thee for a ful-
ness of glory in the Celestial Kingdom of God. For thou
art one of the chosen of the Lord, to do a great work
among the Saints of the Most High, as well as amongst
the world. And the Lord shall bless thee with the dis-
cernment of spirits, and thou shalt not be deceived by
wicked and designing persons. And the time is not far
distant when thou shalt be called and set apart and or-
dained as one of the Apostles of Jesus Christ in this
dispensation. And thou shalt do much good among the
people in preparing them to go to the Center Stake of
Zion; for the Holy Ghost shall rest down upon thee in (
)
all thy labors, and thou shalt speak forth words of truth 
with power and much assurance, and thousands will flock

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around thee to hear thy words; and thy influence among
the people shall cause many to turn from their wayward
ways and serve the Lord more perfectly. And thou shalt
have the privilege of going with the Saints of God even
to the Center Stake of Zion, and do much good in help-
ing to build that beautiful Temple; for the Saints will
listen to thy words and thy counsel as they would to
an angel from the presence of God. Thou shalt enter
into that Temple when it shall be prepared for the re-
ception of Jesus Christ; and thou shalt see the Re-
deemer and know that He is the Son of God. And thou
shalt travel from place to place with the Apostles of
God and organize stakes in the land of Zion; for thou
hat been chosen to do this great work, and thou shalt
never be forsaken by thy Father in Heaven; for thou
art of the royal seed, and shalt accomplish a great and
glorious work for the redemption of the human family.
Thou shalt be a savior upon Mount Zion, because of the
work thou shalt do for thy friends that have passed a-
way behind the vail. And thou shalt be ready and pre-
pared to meet the Savior when He shall come upon the
earth. And thou shalt enter into the great feast as
one of the wise, and shalt feast and drink wine with (
) 
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this earth. Let thy heart be comforted, and fear not
the powers of darkness, for thou shalt have power over
all evil spirits that come in thy way, and they shall have
no power to tempt thee more than thou canst bear.
	And I seal thee up against the power of the Devil,
and he shall not lead thee from the Church of Jesus
Christ. And I seal thee up unto Eternal Life, to come
forth in the morning of the first resurrection.
	All these blessings I seal upon thy head in the name
of Jesus Christ; AMEN.
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Aug. 22. Returned home by morning
train.
Aug. 26. Monthly meeting of the
High Priests' quorum. By request
I addressed the meeting, following
Patriarch Coray.
Aug. 27. Sunday. Morning Prayer
Circle. Then, according to previous
appointment I visited the Sabbath
School of the Seventh Ward. By
request I addressed the Theology Class: and
later the assembled classes in a
general capacity. A teacher's meeting
followed at which I spoke again
by call. Officiated with the Bishop
and the Superintendent of the school
in setting apart Bro. J. E. Cowley as
First Asst. Supt. In the evening I
went to Cannon Ward and in company
with Bro. Campbell Burns officiated
as Home Missionary. I took the place
of an elder previously appointed, who
was detained by illness. Pres. Geo. Q.
Cannon, – just returned from a journey <(
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to Canada, addressed the meeting after
the missionaries had spoken. Two of his
sons – Joseph and Sylvester presented
their farewells as they are just about
to start for a mission abroad. They are
both former students of mine. As I see
my students going forth in the work
of the minestry; and taking their
places as Bishops, High Councilors,
Apostles etc. I experience a feeling
of pride and satisfaction which is
perhaps analogous to that of a father
who sees his children so progress.
At the 7" Ward teacher's meeting today,
one third of all the assembled officers
and teachers were members of my
classes in past days.
August. 31.  Attended reception proceed-
ings in the Ward (Second); incidental
to the return of the volunteers from
the Philippines. By prior invitation
I delivered the address of welcome.
There was rendered a long and varied
program. 				   (
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1899.

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September 1. Interview with Pres. Snow
concerning my recent journey abroad.
September 3. Sunday. Morning Prayer
Circle; it fell to my turn to officiate
at the altar. Attended Second Ward
Sabbath School and by call addressed
the Theology Class, and the school in
an assembled capacity. Attended after-
noon Fast Meeting in Second Ward, and
there assisted the Bishopric in the
ordinances of blessing children and
confirming recently baptized candidates.
In the evening I delivered a lecture
in the Fourteenth Ward under the
auspices of the Improvement Associations
subject "Failures and Success."; (by request)
Sept. 4. Legal holiday in Utah – Labor
Day. Spent the day in Parley's Cañon
Smith's Fork. Dr. C. F. Wilcox, Preston
Richards and I left town early
horseback. Joined Bro. Willard Richards
and wife, & Alma Pratt and son in
the canyon. Returned home in
early evening.	 			(
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1899.

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Sept. 8. Went to Provo by morning train.
For the first time in my life I find
myself a party (as Father's representative)
in an arbitration difficulty with a fellow
member of the Church. Bro. Geo O Noble
who is the tenant on our farm, appears
to have been wilfully neglectful, and other
wise censurable in his administration
of affairs on the farm; and father's
grievances were so serious as to necessitate
an investigation by disinterested natives
Bros. Wm. Partridge and Wm Blake
were chosen by the parties, and Bishop
Wentz was selected by the two. The
investigation was held on the farm.
Matter was taken under advisement
by the arbitrators.
Sept. 9. Patriarch Jesse B. Martin, Father,
and I administered to Albert this morning.
Albert's <patriarchal> blessing assures him of 
restoration to sight. Impossible as is
this to man, with God all things
are possible. 	Paul and I returned
home by morning train. 		(
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Sept. 10 Sunday. Yesterday and today
have been devoted to the quarterly
conference of the Salt Lake Stake.
But one subject has been presented
by the authorities, and that was
Tithing. In July last (on Fast-day) a
solemn assembly of the church
officials was called in the Temple
and thereat the imperativeness of a
strict observance of the tithing law
was dwelt upon. Since that time the
presidency and the apostles have
been visiting the various stakes,
presenting this subject to the people.
I rejoice in this authoritative
enforcement of a law, without which
Zion could not be sanctified. In
the matter of tithe-paying, I have the
consciousness of having tried to obey
the law in its fullness.
	In the evening Elder Joshua Selley
and I officiated as Home Missionaries
in the Ninth Ward.			(
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1899

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Sept. 13. Interview with the First
Presidency for consultation regarding
certain matters of scientific interest,
and the views of the Church au-
thorities concerning the same.
Sept. 16. Vacation ended; Faculty
meeting at the University today
opened the work of the year.
Sept. 18. Registration day at the
University.
Sept. 19. Lectures and class-work
begin for the year.
Sept. 21. Thirty-seven years old!
Sept. 23. Spent day in the hills
engaged in geological work.
Sept. 24. Sunday. Elder Harrison
E. Jenkins and I officiated as
Home Missionaries in the 18th Ward
this evening.
Sept. 27. Attended monthly meeting
of the Home Missionaries of Salt Lake
Stake, and by request addressed the
meeting as one of several speakers. 
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1899.

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Sept. 30 Combined meeting of High Priests'
quorum, and general priesthood assembly
of the stake.
October 1. Sunday. Fast-day. Delivered
evening lecture in First Ward under the
Improvement Assn. auspices; subject:- 
"A jealous God."
October 8. - Sunday. Last day of the
sevenetieth semi-annual conference
of the Church; the conference has
lasted three days. Full and forceful
instructions have been given in relation
to tithing in particular and obedience
to the revealed law of God in general.
This evening the jubilee celebration of
the Deseret Sunday School Union
was held. It was a grand occasion.
Fully 10 000 people were present, and
every stake of the church was
represented. The gathering, the
program, and the time, unite
to make the meeting one of the
most notable of Sunday School
exercises ever held. 	(
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October 15. Sunday. Sabbath School in
Second Ward: Delivered short address
to Theology Class.
Oct. 21. Spent in the field with my
geology classes. Party of over 70.
October 22. Sunday. Delivered address
at morning Prayer Circle in Temple.
In evening Elder E.S. Woodruff
and myself officiated as Home
Missionaries in the Eleventh Ward.
October 25. Monthly meeting of the
Home Missionary corps. By call I
delivered an address.
Oct. 28. Field day with Geology classes.
Oct. 29. Sunday. Usual meetings
at Second Ward Sunday School
I delivered a short address before
the Theology Class.
November 4. Field day with Geology
classes.
Nov. 5. Sunday. Usual meetings. Fast Day.
By appointment went to Utah Peniten-
tiary and held afternoon service. The
Third Ward choir accompanied me. (
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1899.
	Nov. 5. Sunday
		continued.

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In evening delivered lecture in the
Twenty-third Ward under Mutual
Improvement Association auspices
(conjoint meeting). subject:–"Failures
and Successes". Old subject repeated
by request.
Nov. 10. Lectured before Normal Society
in connection with the University:
subject, "Lessons not on the
program."
Nov. 11. Field excursion with my
classes. Visited Little Cottonwood,
and Big Cottonwood Canyons.
Large party, – 88 in all. Traveled
by wagons, buggies, surreys, horse-
back etc. Long day; very successful.
Nov. 17. Evening lecture at the University
under the auspices of the Micro-
scopical Society of Utah; subject,
"A Peep through the Microscope".
The lecture was public and the
hall was crowded. The meeting
took the place of the regular sessions
of the Society for the current month
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Nov. 19.  Sunday.  Attended usual
meetings. At the afternoon services
in the Tabernacle Apostle Brigham
Young and I addressed the congregation 
in the order named. In the evening
Elder Bryon S. West and I officiated
as Home Missionaries in the
Twenty-second Ward.
Nov. 21. Attended a called meeting of the
Salt Lake Literary and Scientific Associa-
tion; at which action was taken in
resolving to transfer from the Asso-
ciation to the Church the property of
the Association, including the Deseret
Museum, in satisfaction of debt.
Nov. 22. Attended funeral of Anna
C. Maeser, daughter of my teacher,
brother, and friend, Bro. Karl G.
Maeser, and Sister Amelia Maeser. Four
of the apostles were present, and each
addressed the congregation; there
were other speakers, myself among <(
)>
the number. The circumstances
of the death of this young sister

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		Nov. 22, 
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are particularly pathetic. She was
an estimable young woman,
and was engaged to Dr Harry
Young, one of the Utah heroes
who fell in the Philippine Islands
on the field of battle. The news
of his death, which reached her
when she was weak from recent
illness was a crushing blow
from which she could not
rally.
Nov. 25. Went to Mercur by
early train and delivered a lecture
before the Tooele County Teachers'
Institute; subject– "Nature Study
and Books." Spent some time visiting
geological formations, mines, and
mills. Returned by evening train.
Nov. 29. Left by night train, on a
geological excursion to Monument
at the north end of the lake. My
decision to start tonight was hastily
made. For some time past the Museum
officials have shared my belief  (
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1899.
	Nov. 29 (cont.)

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that I should visit the place named, 
but the inconvenient train schedule has
prevented my going. This evening I
learned of a special excursion to 
the spot the occassion being a 
rabbit hunt. I regretted my action
soon after starting; for the sleeping
car held a crowd of rabbit hunters,
most of them intoxicated, and notable
for their profanity and obscenity
of language.
Nov. 30. Thanksgiving Day. Our
car was sidetracked at Monument;
and soon after daylight the hunters
were off with their guns. I spent the
day on the lake shore and in the 
neighborhood. The special purpose 
of visit is that of examinig
a supposed <meteorite> lying on the lake margin;
the fall of which is said to have
been witnessed in 1892. Reports of the
alleged aerolite have come from the
East, and my opinion has been asked.
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1899. 
	Nov. 30 
		(cont.)

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I had little difficulty in finding the
alleged meteorite; it proved to be an
erratic of volcanic stone. Return
train was greatly belated. Reached the
city at 10.15: I was glad to escape that
from the drinking, smoking, swear-
ing crowd.
Dec. 1. Morning visit with Prest's.
Snow and Cannon on Museum matters.
Little was done except to appoint
a time for further consideration.
December 3. Sunday. Fast day. At
morning Prayer Circle in the Temple,
I delivered short address by call of
the presiding officer. Most of the
day was devoted to preparing leaflets
for the Sunday Schools at request
of Deseret Sunday School Union officers.
Evening lecture in Sixteenth
Ward under Mutual Improvement
auspices; subject;- "A jealous
God".
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Dec. 7. Presided at the meeting
of the Microscopical Society of
Utah. Gave a short address with
demonstrations on photomicrography.
Dec. 9. This morning's despatches
bring word that at 14 minutes
after last midnight Pres. Franklin
D. Richards, President of the 
Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
died at his home in Ogden. He
has been ill for several weeks
past; and his demise is scarcely
a surprise to those who knew
of his condition. He has been
a blessing to the Latter-day Saints.
Dec. 11. University classes were
adjourned at 1.30 today as a 
mark of respect to the memory
of Prof. George R. Mathews, whose
death occurred last night
in California. He has been on leave
of absence for over a year ow-
ing to ill-health; and his recovery
has long appeared hopeless. (
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Dec. 13. Slight earth-tremor, hardly
to be called an earth-quake was
felt in Salt Lake City at 6.50 a.m.
(Standard time) today. Apparently
it is due to a slight disturbance
in the Basin region to the west.
The direction of transit appeared
to <be> from W.N.W. to E.S.E.
Dec. 14. Centenary of the death of 
George Washington. A century of
development unknown before.
The dispatches bring word of
fitting observances in many
parts of the country. No public
exercises were held in this city,
but announcements for such
have been made for an early
date.
Dec. 19. Attended Improvement Assn.
meeting in Second Ward, and by request
delivered brief address.
Dec. 21.  This day, our second son,
Paul, completes his eigth year. 
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Dec. 21: (cont.)  This evening I performed
the marriage ceremony uniting Charles
W. Reeder, and Lila Sheets. This is
another instance of one of the daughters
of our people marrying a non-member
of the Church. I consented to officiate
only on the urgent request of the
parents, <of the bride,> who, having exhausted their
powers of counsel and persuasion,
felt that they could do nothing
further. The bride is the daughter
of Bishop Sheets, an honored officer
in the Church.
Dec. 22. Christmas vacation begins.
Dec. 24. Sunday. At Second Ward
Sunday School I delivered an address
on "Christmas duties," by prior appoint-
ment. In the evening I addressed
the Ward meeting by call of the 
Bishopric.
Dec. 25. Christmas day. Spent the
day at home with the family.
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1899.
Dec. 26. Wife and self, with three
of the children – Paul, Elsie, and
Karl left by the Oregon Short
Line, 8.45 p.m. train, en route for
California. At Ogden transferred to
Southern Pacific line; tourist sleeping
car. Left Ogden at 1.40. a.m. Dec 27.
Dec. 27. Day of continuous travel.
Dec. 29.8  Arrived at San Francisco,
9.45 a.m; took quarters at Win-
chester Hotel Third St. near Market.
Afternoon visit to Aunt Bessie, —
Mrs. Rawlinson, 1219 Lombard St, whom
I have seen but once – on the oc-
casion of my former visit to 
California, – since leaving England
first. Left the family with Aunt
Bessie and spent rest of the day
at the rooms of the Academy of
Science; returned to Lombard St.
in the evening, and met our
cousins. We returned to the
hotel for the night. 		(
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Dec. 30. <29.> May and the children spent
the day in visiting. At 10 a.m.
was at the Academy of Science
when the sessions of the Cordilleran
Section, Geological Society of America
are to be held today. Of the fellows
of the Society present I met Professors
Le Conte, Lawson, and Merriam of
the University of California and
Prof. Branner of Leland Stanford
Jr. Univeristy. Telegram from the
main division of the Society now
in session at Washington, an-
nounced official recognition of
the Cordilleran Section. Professors
Le Conte, and Lawson, and myself
were elected a Committee in
charge of the affairs of the
Cordilleran Section. Morning
session was devoted to the business
of organization, and to the con-
sideration of papers by Branner,
("Sandstone Reefs of Brazil"), and
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1899. Dec 29 : cont.

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Merriam, ("Ground Sloth.") At the after-
nooon meeting addresses were given
by myself (1. " Notes concerning
erosion forms and exposures in
the 'deserts' of south-central Utah,"
2: "Peculiar markings in a sed-
imentary stone from the vicinity
of Glen Cañon, Arizona"; 3. "Con-
glomerate 'puddings', from Paria
cañon."); Prof Merriam ("Classifica-
tion of the John Day beds".); Dr.
Tangier Smith, ("Islands of southern
California"); and Prof Le Conte
("An old-time geological ex-
cursion.") Prof Le Conte in
describing his trip down the
Mississippi, 55 years ago re-
ferred to the beauties of the Nau-
voo temple as he saw the struc-
ture, and regretted its destruction
	Rejoined wife and baby at the hotel
in the evening; Paul and Elsie
remained at Aunt Bessie's. 
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Dec. 30. Left for Berkeley at 8.30 a.m,
and attended morning and afternoon
sessions of the Cordilleran Section,
G.S.A., which were held at the
University of California. Lunched
with the veteran geologist Prof.
J. L. Le Conte at his residence, and
spent an additional hour with
him at his office. Spent the
early evening with Prof. A. C. Lawson,
one of my travelling companions
in Russia. Returned to San
Francisco by night boat. May
and the children remained during
the night at Aunt Bessie's.
Dec. 31. Sunday. Attended Sunday
School of our mission, 10. a.m.
at the meeting house on Market
St. Delivered a short address on
the structure of the Book of
Mormon. Attended the morning
session, which began at
11.15 a.m. By request I occupied
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1899. Dec. 31: cont.

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the time in addressing the congre-
gation which consisted almost
wholly of members of the Church.
May, Cousin Florence, and I, visited
Golden Gate Park during the 
afternoon. Took dinner with
Aunt Bessie and family. Attended
evening service of our Church,
beginning at 7:45. I occupied
the evening in an address to
the people.
	The close of the year and the
welcoming in of the new year
was noisily celebrated, in a manner
which we are told is peculiar to
San Francisco. The streets were
crowded with people, most of them
provided with horns, rattles, or
cow bells. There seemed to be no
system, nothing in the way of
parade or historic representations
– nothing but confusion & noise.
Maskers promenaded the streets, and played
harmless pranks on the people as
they chose. So ends 1899.	   (
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[A calendar for 1899, 1900, and 1901 attached to page]
1900

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Personal Journal
	1900
		J E Talmage

[Calendar for first half of 1900 attached to bottom of page]

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1900.
January 1.  The first day of
the new year found us at an
early hour engaged in preparations
for the baptism of our son Paul.
There was no regularly appointed
baptismal day at home between
his eighth birthday, and the time
of our departure; and I obtained
the sanction of the authorities at
home to administer the ordinance
here. Other baptisms had been
appointed for today by Pres. Nye
of the California mission. The
ordinances of baptism and con-
firmation were attended to at
Sutro's Baths. I baptized Paul,
and, assisted by Elders Nye, Layton,
and Mann, confirmed him. Aunt
Bessie, Cousins Florence and Eddy
and Wife May were present. We
hail this as an auspicious
beginning of the new year. (
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1900. 
							Jan. 1. cont.

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In the afternoon I called at
St. Luke's hospital and visited
Bro. Heber Sharp, one of the
missionary elders here, who has
recently undergone a surgical
operation.
January 2. Day devoted to visits.
I have found two "Talmages," and
one "Talmadge" named in the city
directory, and have endeavored
though without success thus
far to find them.
January 3. Good-bye to wife and
children for a season. They left
this morning for Pacific Grove
where, according to present plans
they will remain until spring.
It was my intention to accompany
them; indeed I had bought my
ticket for the journey; but half
an hour before starting a letter was
received from some of Wife's friends 	(306) 
already there, stating that they were 
expecting her, and would meet her at the

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1900.
									Jan. 4., <3.> (cont)

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at train. Spent the day at museums
and with professional friends.
Jan. 4. Telegram received from
Maia stating that all had ar-
rived safely, that they were well,
and that they had procured a 
cottage for the season in close
proximity to her friends. Spent
some time at the mission head-
quarters, 939 Golden Gate Avenue:
Called on a "Wm. G. Talmage,"
whose name I had obtained from
the directory, and gathered some
items of family history. Visited
St. Luke's hospital; found Bro.
Heber Sharp there progressing well.
This experience of a snowless, frost-
less new year season is unique
with me. There has been much
rain since we arrived in San
Francisco, and while the temper-
ature according to published
weather reports has ranged 
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from 55°F to 42°F, I have felt
the cold dampness with as much
discomfort as would ordinarily
accompany 10° or 12°F. at home.
The people here profess to be-
lieve they need no fires in their
houses, and heating arrangements
are on the make-shift plan.
In the meeting room on Sunday
last a tiny oil stove giving out
about as much warmth as 
would a large coal-oil lamp
was burning with a smoky
ill-smelling flame in front
of the speaker's stand. I was told
that this stove was a new ac-
quisition. The water supplied
through the city pipe system
is very hard.
Left San Francisco by the 4 p.m.
train and stopped off at Sacra-
mento. Took room at the
Western Hotel.
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Jan. 5. Water here is muddy
but soft. For drinking purposes
it has to be filtered and then
it has bad taste. Rain! rain!!
rain!!! I had planned spending a
day here in the interests of
general observation; but the bad
weather induced me to move on.
Left Sacramento by 11.20 east-bound
train, – the "flyer". Most of the land
around the city is under water.
Orange trees with fruit were seen
at several places. Noticed first
patch of snow at Blue Cañon,
which has recorded altitude of
4695 feet; from that point snow
increased to the summit, – 7017
feet. Magnificent view ascending
and crossing the Sierras; deep
canons half filled with clouds
far below us. Arrived at Reno Nev,
6.15 p.m; and finding the ground
clear from snow I resolved to
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break the journey here in the
hope of making a side trip the
purpose of which would have
been frustrated had the snow
been deep. Left the train at
Reno and took a room at the
Hotel Clarendon.
January 6. Left by 8.30 train for
Carson City. Walked from the
town to the State Prison (2 miles)
and secured admittance to the
prison yard. The purpose of
my visit is that of examining
certain foot-prints in the sand-
stone of the court yard. The
floor is a natural rock bedding
surface from which the once
overlying strata have been
removed. In places the rock is
covered with impressions; the
footprints of birds and small
quadrupeds are numerous, but
the most attractive are certain
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	1900
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huge depressions, 25 to 26 inches
in diameter, and 3 to 6 inches deep
- probably the track of an ex-
tinct elephant; and in addition
certain crescentic impressions
supposed by some who have
written on the matter to be
the prints of a moccasin-covered
foot of a human giant. I incline
to the belief of other observers
that the evidence of the human
origin of the marks is very
unsatisfactory and that the
tracks may be those of a 
mylodon or some allied form
of ground sloth. (For measurements,
etc, see Field notes, this date.) The
elephant tracks and the disputed
crescentic markings are traceable
over an area range of 350 — 
360 feet already uncovered; the
animals seem to have marched
down to a spring in the lower
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	Jan. 6. cont.

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corner of what is now the jail
yard. I must record my ap-
preciation of the many courtesies
and favors granted by the prison
authorities. At the prison I met
a visitor, – Mr. A. J. McGowan of
Carson City, formerly District Attorney.
He took me to the state Capitol,
presented me to the Governor,
the State Librarian, the State Supt.
of Public Instruction <2 of the Supreme Court Judges> and others. I
was shown plaster casts of the
foot-prints in the prison yard,
bones etc, taken from the deposits
and other specimens of interest.
Returned to Reno by night train,
traveled with Dr. Stubbs, President
of the State University. I can understand
what is so often said of Nevada's decline.
Mr Mc Gowan assures me that the
entire population of the state is little
of at all above 40,000, and the full
voting strength is not above 10,000.
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Yet such a handful – smaller
than the population of a single
ward in some cities, – has represent-
ation in the national senate equal
to that of the most populous state,
sends a representative to Congress,
and has three votes in the electoral
college. Carson, the capital, has
unpaved streets, and not a <single> car
line; or other evidence of municipal
advancement. Took 9.30 eastbound
train for home.
Jan. 7. Sunday. Nevada deserts. Reached
Ogden 6.30 p.m. and Salt Lake City 8:30.
Received as hearty a welcome as
a cold and tenantless house can
offer as a silent apology for
home.
Jan. 8. According to program this
day would mark the reopening
of the schools after the Christmas
recess. Under direction of the City
Board of Health, however, all
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schools are to be suspended for
a week from this date, owing
to the existence of several cases
of small-pox in the city and
elsewhere in the state. My own
opinion is that the prevalent
"scare" over the small-pox situation
is unwarranted; but precautionary
measures are perhaps best.
Jan. 9. Morning visit to the 
President's Office, and a partial
report on my visit to the Cal-
ifornia branch of the Church.
Jan. 11.  Interview with the First
Presidency, to answer certain en-
quiries regarding the condition
of the California mission.
Jan. 14.  Sunday. At the early morning
Prayer Circle in the Temple I delivered
an address by request. Attended
Second Ward Sabbath School, and
addressed the Theological Class.
Other meetings as usual. I am
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disappointed in my hope that
Sterling would be with me
by this time. Arrangements for
his return had been made, but
the ruling has gone forth from
the Board of Education that
city schools shall remain closed
for another week to allow of
more time for the vaccination
of the children. I confess to
feeling very much alone. To be
travelling and thus be separated
from wife and children is one
thing; and to be at our own
house, where I have been accus-
tomed to their society, and
yet to be separated from them,
is another. I do not disguise
my present feelings of home-
sickness. At the Second
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1900.
Ward meeting tonight, our son
Paul was received by vote as a
member on certificate from the
California Mission.
January 15.  Resumed labors in
the University. The small-pox
excitement has not subsided, and
the city schools remain closed.
University students were required
to individually pass an examina-
tion before a physician.
Letter from Maia dated 12th inst:
brings word of health and happi-
ness.
Jan. 18. For the first time in my
life I tonight appeared as a party
to a Bishop's trial. I was not directly
the party in this instance as I appeared
as Father's representative. He has seen
fit to file a complaint in the Bishop's
Court of the 19th Ward against
George O. Noble (See entry for Sept. 8, 1899)
for un-Christian-like conduct in his
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behavior and actions as tenant of
our farm. His action was such as
to compel Father to seek redress in
arbitration, according to the terms
of the contract in the case. With
the decision of the arbitrators,
Noble has neglected and refused
to comply; and, acting under advice
of Church officials, Father made com-
plaint before Noble's Bishop. This
evening's session of the Court
was a brief one, resulting in a
postponement until February 2
on account of Noble's absence. <See April 5, 1900>
January 19. Today the University
Board of Regents took action
closing the institution for
the next two weeks. This is due
to the present excitement over
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1900.
<alledged> small-pox in the city. The City Board
of Health issued peremptory orders 
that no student or teacher who could
not show signs and proof of recent
successful vaccination shall be
admitted to the schools; and private
schools as well as the University
are included. There is a very serious
difference of opinion in the com-
munity as to the efficacy of vac-
cination as a safe-guard against
small-pox; and intense opposition
against compulsory vaccination
is shown. Many of the University
students, and a majority of the
teachers are opposed to a meek
submission in the matter of the
mandatory edict of the Board
of Health; and rather than re-
quire compliance therewith under
existing circumstances, the
Regents suspended session for a
season. It appears to me that the
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inconsistent manner to say the
least, inasmuch as its edicts thus
for issued are directed to schools
only, which of all institutions having
to deal with large public as-
semblies are the safest in the
matter of possible spread of in-
fection, provided the officers are
efficient and trust-worthy, as
the law would presume. School
officers have authority to exclude
students who may threaten danger,
whereas no such authority operates 
in the case of theatres, concerts,
crowded stock-exchange gatherings,
etc. etc.; yet only against schools
is the mandate of the Health
Officer's directed.

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1900
Jan. 21. Sunday. Usual meetings. At
the evening meeting in the Second
Ward, I was one of several speakers.
Jan. 23. Spent the day in geological
work among the mountains. Such
undertakings at this season of
the year are usually out of the
question; but for two weeks past
the weather has been as balmy
and fair as we usually have <experience>
in April.
Jan. 24. Sterling returned from
Provo, after a visit there of
four weeks. I am glad to welcome
him back, for I have felt
very much alone of late. Today
I was vaccinated by Dr. Wilcox.
Sterling was vaccinated by his
Grand father in Provo; he returned
to school today. Only vaccinated
pupils are admitted under
the rulings of the Board of 
Education now in force. Today's
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papers announce that under this
ruling 8000 children are shut
out from the schools. The popular
feeling against compulsory vaccina-
tion runs very high,&nbsp;and a large
proportion of the citizens are op-
posed to vaccination under any
and all conditions. An "Anti-com-
pulsory Vaccination League" has
been formed in this city with
a strong membership, including
many of the most prominent
citizens. A test case is before the
courts, to determine the question
of the authority of the Boards of
Health and Education to exclude
non-vaccinated, healthy, children
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1900.
Jan. 25. This evening's dispatches
bring the word that the now famous
"Roberts case" has been closed in the
national House of Representatives by
a vote of 268 to 50 in favor of
excluding B. H. Roberts from membership
in that body. Feeling wider than
national has been aroused over the
case, and a seven weeks' congressional
dispute has run its course before
a committee. Roberts was elected on
the Democratic ticket as representa-
tive from Utah. A storm of opposi-
tion on the grounds of alleged in-
eligibility through polygamous
practices was started by the hostile
"anti-Mormons" of Salt Lake City, and
practically every newspaper and
magazine of general scope in the 
country has had something to say
on the matter. The furor has been
kept up with the result reached
today. At strong though unsuccessful
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attempt has been made to make
it appear that he was a "Church"
candidate. Such he certainly was not."
Jan. 27. Monthly meeting of the
High Priests' quorum of the Stake.
By call of the presiding officers
I occupied in addressing the meeting
the whole of the time devoted to
discourses. The membership in
this Quorum will soon be greatly
reduced; for this day marks the
organization of the second of two
new stakes from what was formerly
the Salt Lake Stake of Zion. The
south-western part has been formed
into "Jordan Stake"; the south-
eastern portion becomes now "Granite
Stake."   The small-pox scare
is still strong. The <district> courts have
decided that the Board of Health
exceeded its legal powers in

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directing the exclusion of non-vaccinat-
ed children from the public schools,
and tonight the Board of Education
issued an order closing the schools
to all pupils, pending an appeal
in the case to the supreme court.
Sabbath-schools in the city have been
ordered closed by the Board of Health, but
the order was issued too late to permit
of its observance tomorrow; so says the
"Deseret News" tonight.
January 28. Sunday. Went to the Temple
for usual Prayer Circle at 8.30 a.m., only
to find that through the closing of the
Temple for the present, such meetings
have been suspended. Attended theol-
ogical class in Second Ward Sunday
School, and addressed the class. At the
afternoon Tabernacle services Prest. Geo.
Q. Cannon and myself were the speakers
in the reverse of the order named.
In the evening Elder Geo. Mills and I
addressed the 15th Ward meeting as
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Jan. 29. Spent greater part of the
day in geological work ac-
companied by Dr. C. F. Wilcox. We
took street car to Murray, and
proceeded thence by buggy to
Wasatch, and other points of
interest in Little Cottonwood
Canyon.
February 1. Went to Sandy by early
train, thence horseback to the
Wasatch canyons. Visited Little
Cottonwood; North, Middle, and
South Dry Creek canyons. Rocky
Mouth; and Big and Little Willow
Creek canyons. Long ride. Returned
from Sandy by evening train. The
unseasonable, and unusually fine
weather makes possible this rare
opportunity of field work at
this season. The report of the
local weather bureau just issued
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1900.
(January 1900) to have been of exceptional
kind. The temperature was a daily excess
of 7 degrees over the average for the
month during the last 25 years.
The mean temperature was 35º. I append, for
purposes of future reference an extract
from the "Deseret News" of this date:—

[Column 1]
WAS A RECORD BREAKER.

Last Month the Warmest and Dryest Up to
Date.

Nothing Like This January Ever Reg-
istered by the Local Weather Bu-
reau—Excess of Sunshine.

	Viewing the month of January just
past from a weather standpoint it was
perhaps the most remarkable month
since records of the weather began to
be taken in Utah. It broke the record
of all its predecessors as to warmth,and
every other feature except the rainfall,
and only one month registers less preci-
pitation than the one just just and that
is the January of 1880, the rainfall be-
ing 29-100 of an inch. Last month it was
44-100, being one inch below the nor-
mal.
	The excess of temperature for the
month aggregated 240 degrees, which
was 7 degrees daily above the average
temperature for January, taken from
the records of twenty-five years. The
mean temperature for the month was
35 degrees. The months that approached
that record nearest, were January of
both 1896 and 1899, their mean tempera-
ture being 34 degrees, 6 degrees above
the average. January of 1887 came a
little closes, registering 30 degrees,
these three months being the most
formidable rivals for the record in this
particular held by the first month of
the present year.

[Column 2]
	Indeed, last month was full of re-
sources for record-breaking, it boasts
of having the warmest day that was
ever recorded for the month of January
in Utah. This unprecedented day was
the 13th, when the mercury climbed to
57 degrees. This record was first tak-
en by January, 1896, the thermometer
reaching 54 degrees on the 27th day of
that month, but the 31st of January,
1899, attained to the same temperature,
and that remarkable record died with-
in a year. The coldest day of last
month was its first day, 20 degrees be-
ing registered. From that date the
mercury began to ascend and on the
13th reached a climax.
	As may be expected the snowfall rec-
ord was buried under. The month reg-
istering 1.8 inches, the lowest ever re-
corded in this State. January, 1890,
holds the snowfall record, being 3.08
inches.
	The sunshine recorder is an instru-
ment of more recent invention, there-
fore the records which it is the prov-
ince of this instrument to register do
not go back very far into the past, but
this record also was taken by the last
month. The average sunshine for any
summer or winter day in the year, is
9 hours and 36 minutes daily. But
January last, without any respect
whatever to the precedents of her pre-
decessors, which forbade the lord of
day to show himself very much, regis-
tered an average of 52 per cent of the
daily quota.
	Many days old Sol rose unobscured
and traversed the entire length of his
inverted path without a singe cloud to
abate his radiance.
	The average January can boast of
about twenty-five miles of wind daily,
but the hight velocity last month at-
tained by the wind was fifteen miles.
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    1900

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1900
February 2. Had interview with the
First Presidency in a matter which
has been under informal consideration
for some time, viz: that of preparing
a revised edition of the "Pearl of Great
Price" one of the standard works of
the Church. I was appointed today to
prepare the same, the text to be
divided into paragraphs or verses,
with references. I undertake this as
I have attempted other labors in con-
nection with Church work, in a mis-
sionary spirit without hope or expectation
of reward. Indeed I doubt that I will
be known as the reviser even if the
work be completed, and an revised
edition published. (See March 2)
This evening I had the disagreeable
experience of appearing as a party
to a Bishop's trial (as my father's
representative). The case is that
against George O. Noble who acted
in so dishonest a way in his deal-
ings with Father in the farm affair. <(
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Feb 4. Sunday. Attended funeral
services over the remains of Elder George
B. Wallace, President of the High Priest's
Quorum of this Stake. He has
a faithful man, zealous for the
truth. This evening I lectured
in the Ninth Ward under Mutual
Improvement Association auspices,
subject:– "A Jealous God."
Feb. 5. University and Public Schools
reopened, to all students irrespective
of their vaccinated or other condition.
The Board of Health has announced
that danger from small-pox does
not appear at present to be
great. I trust the farcical
proceedings are at an end.

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1900.
Feb. 6 Learned the decision of the
Bishop's Court in the Noble trial.
(See Feb. 2). It is to the effect that
Father's complaint was sustained in
all particulars. The man is required
to make satisfactory arrangements by
the 7th of March next.
Feb. 7. Performed marriage ceremony
uniting Walter D. Nebeker and
Emeline F. Young. The young lady
is a former student of mine, and
the daughter of Bro. Heber S. Young.
Feb. 8. The interest aroused here of
late in the subject of vaccination
and its results may excuse mention of
my own case, which is somewhat pecu-
liar. I submitted to vaccination January
24". Five days after the operation the
physician examined the arm, and said the
vaccination was futile, and would not "take",
On the tenth day he desired to repeat the
operation; but I objected. Two days ago (the
13th day after the operation the arm became
inflamed, and I have been constitutionally
ill since. The Doctor admits that it has 

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Feb. 10.  The "Deseret News" announce
this (Saturday) evening that since
April 1" last, six thousand (6000) 
copies of the book "The Articles
of Faith" have been sold; and
asserts that this is the largest
sale of any home publication
in the same length of time.
Feb. 11 (Sunday) Funeral services
over the remains of four of
Utah's soldier-dead who fell 
in the Philippine Islands or
died of disease incident to
the war, were held this after-
noon at the Tabernacle. The
bodies present were those of
Lieut. Harry G. A. Young, Corporal
Wm <John> G. Young (the former a son,
the latter a grandson of the
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1900
late Patriarch Lorenzo D. Young), and
Privates Parson and Goodman.
Other bodies are expected soon; one
has already been interred at the for-
mer home of the deceased. Services
are held in accordance with the wishes
of the relatives. The remains of those
soldiers now here awaiting burial, 
and such as may arrive in time
are to be interred on Tuesday next
(13" inst.) with military honors. This
afternoon's services comprised select-
ed music and several addresses.
The speakers were, Governor Heber
M. Wells, Elders Le Grande Young,
Seymour B. Young, S. W. Stewart,
<and> Joseph E. Taylor, Dr. Jos. T. Kingsbury,
and myself.
This evening Elder Louis Iverson
and I spoke in the Nineteenth
Ward in the capacity of Home
Missionaries.
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Feb. 16. Attended annual reunion
of Normal Class, Twenty-first
Ward Sunday School. Delivered
short address.
Feb. 18. Sunday. Early morning
Prayer Circle in Temple. These
meetings have been discontinued
since January 21" last, owing to the
fact that the temples have
been closed on account of the
small-pox disturbance.
Went to Lehi by evening train,
and lectured under the auspices
of the Mutual Improvement Asso-
ciation; subject:– "Failures and
Success". Spent the night at
the residence of Bishop R. T.
Cutler.
Feb. 19. Returned to the city by
morning train.
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Feb. 22. Washington's birth-day: holiday.
Spent in my room at the house
which once I called home, engaged in
the work of re-arranging the "Pearl
of Great Price"
Feb. 24. Regular monthly meeting of the
High Priests' Quorum of the Stake, to
which I have the honor of belonging.
A re-organization rendered necessary by
the death of the former president
Geo. B. Wallace (see Feb. 4" last); and
the re-arrangement of the Salt Lake
Stake of Zion, resulting in the placing
of Counsellor Nathaniel V. Jones in
another Stake; together with the
serious and protracted illness
of Counsellor Wm C. Dunbar, was
rendered necessary. Elder David Mc
Kenzie was sustained as President
and Elders Wm Asper and Hamilton
G. Park as Counsellors.
Feb. 25. Sunday. Usual meetings at
the forenoon session of the Theolog-
ical Class of the Second Ward Sunday 
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School I delivered a short ad-
dress on the "Degrees of Glory prom-
ised unto the Redeemed." Attended
afternoon services at the Tabernacle,
at which Elder Joseph R. Emery
recently returned from a mission
to the Southern States (North
Carolina) was one of three
speakers. In the course of his
remarks he spoke in Congress
for two or three minutes:—

[A newspaper clipping attached]
	Elder Joseph R. Emery, recently re-
turned from North Carolina, was the
next speaker. This young man was so
wrought upon by the Spirit of God, that
he startled the congregation by speak-
ing in tongues. His voice was clear and
for several moments he spoke in that
strange language with perfect felicity.
Elder Emery himself interpreted the
remarks he made in tongues. He stated
[---] a great cloud was hanging over the
Sain[--], and unless they become more
humble they would not be able to en-
dure the persecutions that would come
upon them. The speaker stated that
while [-]aboring in the city of Raleigh he
had been treated with courtesy, espec-
ially by Governor Wells of North Caro-
lina, that gentleman even desiring
him to remain longer in the South. The
Elders in the South, said the speaker,
are meeting with success.

[Resume original text]
In the evening Elders David Affleck
of the 21st. Ward, and I, officiated
as Home Missionaries in the
Tenth Ward of the City.
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[The following is written sideways on right side of page]
"Deseret Evening
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1900
March 2. Interview with the First
Presidency, at which I reported
my readiness to present the "Pearl
of Great Price" with chapter and
verse divisions and with references.
(See Feb. 2, last.) also March 20.).
March 4, Sunday. Fast Day. At
morning Prayer Circle in the Temple
I delivered an address. In the evening
lectured before the Twenty-second
Ward assembly under Mutual
Improvement Association auspices,
subject:– "A Jealous God".
March 8. Word has come at regular
weekly intervals, from the dear ones
in California, and every letter has
brought the good news of their well-
being. I rejoice in the rest which the
change of scene and surroundings
must afford Wife May, and I am
willing to endure the inconvenience
incident to the life of a married
bachelor that she may have a 
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1900.
March 11. Sunday. Yesterday
and today have been devoted
to Stake Conference. I have been
able to attend most of the
meetings. This evening Elder
Frederick Langston and I officiated
as Home Missionaries in the
Seventh Ward.
March 14. Received official notice
from the President's Office of the
appointment of a Committee
to examine my work on the Pearl
of Great Price"
March 17. Attended meeting in
Second Ward at 8 p.m. incident to
the Relief Society needs work, and by
previous appointment delivered
an address. This evening's issue
of the Deseret News announces
that 7200 copies of the "Articles
of Faith" have been sold. (Com-
pare Feb. 10 last.)
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1900.
March 20. Began the reading of
"The Pearl of Great Price" before
the committee on revision appointed
by the First Presidency. The commit-
tee consists of Apostles Francis M.
Lyman, and Arthur H. Lund, and Elder
Geo. Reynolds. Two sessions today, one
before and one after my lectures at
the University.
March 22. Letter from the absent ones
from which I learn that Maia and
the children left Pacific Grove and
proceeded to San Francisco on
Monday last (19.")
March 24.  Performed marriage ceremony
uniting Basil M. Cornish of Robinson
Juab County, and Gunnel Petersen
of the 13th Ward, this city. This is
another instance of a daughter of
our people marrying a non-member
of the Church. It was only at the
earnest solicitation of the parties,
coupled with request of the bride's
mother, and under the counsel of
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1900
March 25. Sunday.  Usual meetings.
Attended Second Ward Sunday
School during fore-noon and
addressed the Theology Class. In
the evening Elder Geo. Mills and
I officiated as Home Missionaries
in the Twelfth Ward.
March 28.  Wife and three children
returned from California, reaching
the City by the 8 p.m. train. All
are well. Our little family is
again united at home.
April 1.  Sunday:  Fast-day.
Attended meetings as follows:–
Morning Prayer Circle in Temple;
officiated in administration to the
sick. Sunday School in Second
Ward; delivered an address to the
school. In the afternoon attended
funeral services over the

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six year old son of Bro. & Sister 
H. S. Wallace of the 17" ward;
Bro. N. Y. Schofield and myself were
the speakers. Evening meeting
in 17th ward; lectured under
auspices, subject- "A Jealous God."
April 4 Attended funeral services
over the remains of Dora, the two
year old daughter of Bro. & Sister
Thos. Hilton. The child met a
tragic death on the 2" inst., her
dress igniting at a bon-fire
about which she was playing.
She was so badly burned that
she died a few hours after the
accident. Sister Hilton was also
burned severely in attempting to
save the little girl. Funeral services
were held today in the 20" Ward.
Bishops Romney and Iverson, Prest.
Jos. E. Taylor, Apostle Teasdale
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1900.
April 5.  Father and George
came up from Provo, to attend
conference and to be present at
the trial of Geo. O. Noble before
the Bishop's Court of the 19th
Ward on Father's complaint. This
case was once tried, and the decision
was rendered in Father's favor; but
as the defendant was not then 
present in person he asked a
re-hearing, which request was
not opposed by the plaintiff.
The journey was so fatiguing to
Father that he was unable to
attend the trial; therefore I
had to represent him.
I trust this will close the 
disagreeable incident
See entry for Jan. 18, 1900.
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1900.
April 6. The annual conference of the
Church opened today; this marks the
70th" anniversary of the Church
organization. This evening I delivered 
in the Tabernacle an illustrated
lecture on "The Sun, Moon, and
Stars". The lecture was given under
Deseret Museum auspices; a nominal
admission fee of ten cents was
charged. The attendance was of
gratifying proportions, – over 3000
were present by actual count of
tickets.
April 7. At 4.30 I delivered an address
before the University Normal Class
of 1895 at the Univeristy building.
At the evening general Priesthood
meeting which I attended, tithing
was the theme. Prest. Snow presented
a record book containing the
names of ten thousand non-tithe-
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1900.
April 7<8>.  Sunday.  Conference closed
today. The vacancy in the
Council of the Twelve Apostles
was filled by the selection of
Elder Reed Smoot of Provo to
be an Apostle. 
April 14.  Went to Farmington and
delivered a lecture before the
Davis County Teachers' Institute, on
"Earth-study." Went on to Kaysville
to examine site of an alleged
find of Carboniferous fossils.
Returned home by late afternoon
train. A geological field trip,
in which my classes and the
Davis Co. teachers were to take
part, had been planned, but
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April 16.					1900.
	Arbor Day in Utah; observed
as a holiday by the University. Spent
fore-part of day on the new campus
in tree-planting.
April 17. Today a letter accompanied
by a diploma arrived informing
me that on the 30" day of March
last I was elected to honorary
membership in the "Society of Biol-
ogical Chemistry," London. I am at a 
loss to understand why such action
was taken, for I have done no work
in the field named, and indeed for
several years I have done little
or nothing in any branch of Chem-
istry. Moreover I know nothing
of the Society. I shall institute en-
quiries before I express an acceptance
of the fellowship.
April 20. Evening lecture at the Uni-
versity under the auspices of and for the
benefit of the Athletic Assn. Subject:–
"In the land of the Czar," with stereopticon
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1900.
April 22. Sunday. In the evening
Elder John Woodmansee of the 21st
Ward and I officiated as Home
Missionaries in the 13th Ward.
April 27. Went to Ogden by
evening train, and lectured
at the Weber Stake Academy;
subject "Failure and Success."
Stayed at the Reed Hotel.
April 28. Returned to the
city by morning train.
April 29. Sunday. At the evening
meeting in the Second Ward,
Elder Thomas Hilton and I 
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1900.
May 2. Went to Revere by morning
train, thence to Butterfield Cañon
and vicinity horseback. I was ac-
companied by Bro. E. S. Hinckley
of Provo, and at Revere we were
joined by Bishop Crane of Herriman
Spent the entire day examining
the geological structure of the
region. Traversed the celebrated
Butterfield tunnel its full length
of 9000 feet into the hill. Reached
Herriman at 7 p.m; from which
place we drove to the City, reaching
home shortly before midnight.
The journey was made necessary by
the circumstances attending an
important trial now in progress
in the District Court, in which
the Herriman Irrigation Company
contends for the right to certain
waters, which they claim have been
diverted by the Butterfield Mining
Co. and others through the construction
of the tunnel. In this case I have

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1900
been subpoenaed as a witness, to
give evidence on certain geological
matters.
	Surely this is an age of calamity
and suffering. For months the daily
press has been teeming with the
horrors of the English-Boer war
in South Africa, and with the
bloodshed still in progress in
the Philippines. During recent 
weeks news has come of a terrible
famine in India, causing the
death of thousands. Millions there
are said to be in danger of starva-
tion. On the 27" of last month
word arrived of a disastrous fire in
Hull and Ottawa, Canada, which it
is said has rendered 15000 people
homeless. Now Utah is known as
the scene of one of the most
distressing accidents of the times.
On May 1" an explosion occurred in
one of the Pleasant Valley coal mines
presumably through the firing of blast
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May 2, 
					1900.
powder or through the ignition of
coal dust. The first report was that
25 men had been killed; now it is
authoritatively announced that fully
250 have been killed by the explosion.
There is scarcely a home in Scofield
where the accident occurred, not
mourning its dead.
May 3. The horror of the Scofield 
disaster grows with time. The President
of the nation, has telegraphed an
expression of sympathy, and the Pres-
ident of the French Republic has
expressed the condolence of his people.
The British papers announce the oc-
currence as the most distressing event
since the destruction of the battle-
ship "Maine." It is comforting to
observe the liberal and prompt response
to the appeal for aid on the part
of private citizens, corporations,&nbsp;munici-
pal organizations etc. There are many
widows and orphans to be cared for.

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May 5.			   1900.
	Spent entire day examining
the Butterfield Mining Company's
property and adjacent formations.
Went to Revere by early morning
R. G. W. train, thence horseback over
the hills to Bingham Cañon
Butterfield Cañon etc. Bishop
Crane and Bro. George Miller
of Herriman met me at the
railway and accompanied me
during the day. Barlow Ferguson
one of the attorneys for the 
plaintiff took part of the
journey but remained to visit
in Bingham. We reached
Herriman sometime after 9 p.m,
– too late to permit of my returning
home. Spent the night at Bishop
Crane's. Ill tonight partly from
exertion at great altitudes, but

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more particularly through my having
encountered foul air in a tunnel
of the Queen mine today. I was passing
through a tunnel and had just gone
beyond a door dividing the passage
when my candle went out from
"choke-damp" present, and I almost lost
consciousness.
May. 6. Sunday. Left Herriman
at 6 a.m., drove to Murray: there
took electric car line home. Quite
ill during part of the day. At night
I lectured under Improvement Asso-
ciation auspices in the 18th Ward,
subject:– "A jealous God."
May 10. Have been in attendance at
court under subpoena as a witness in
the Herriman Irrigation Co, vs. the But-
terfield Mining Co. and others. Today
I was on the witness stand for 4 1/2 hours.
In the evening I presided at the making
of the Microscopical Society of
Utah, and delivered an address with
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1900.
May 12. Went to head of City
Creek Canyon. Travelled horseback.
Encountered heavy fall of wet
snow at altitude of 7500 feet;
returned home completely drenched.
May 13.  Sunday. Usual meetings.
At morning prayer circle in
the Temple I officiated in ad-
ministering to the sick. Delivered
brief address at Theology Class of
Second Ward Sabbath School. 
May 19. Saturday – Spent in Mill
Creek Cañon and vicinity engaged
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May 20. Sunday. In the evening
Elder Fuller of the 10" Ward and I
officiated as Home Missionaries in
the 16" Ward.
May 21. Proceeded by train to Revere
thence by tram to Herriman and
Butterfield cañon, and then went
horseback over part of the ground
concerned in the suit at law between
the Herriman Irrigation Co. and the
Butterfield Mining Co. The journey
was undertaken by order of the court.
Party comprised Judge Rolapp before
whom the case is tried, Mr Keel
(one of the defendants) Attorney George
Sutherland and Engineer Doremers (for
the defendants); and on the plaintiff's
side – Bishop Crane of Herriman,
Attorney Barlow Ferguson, and myself.
We spent the entire day on the ground,
and part of the night in the But-
terfield tunnel. Passed the night
at Mr Keel's residence near the 
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1900.
May 22. Day was spent in further
examination of the Butterfield
property. Returned to the city
by evening train.
May 23.  Attended funeral services
of Sister Zina Smoot Whitney
of the 18" ward, – wife of Bishop
O. F. Whitney. The speakers were
Presidents Jos. F. Smith and George
Q. Cannon, myself, Bro. B. S. Young,
and Bro. Karl G. Maeser in the
reverse of the order stated. Sister
Whitney and I were school mates
together in the Brigham Young
Academy, and her demise came to
me and to her many friends as a
saddening shock.
	Spent the evening until a late
hour administering to the sick.
This has been my frequent occupation
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May 27. Sunday. During the afternoon
I attended funeral services of Sister
Sheets wife of Bishop Sheets of the
8th Ward. Services were held in the
8" Ward meeting house. The Counsellors
to Bishop Sheets, Bp. Burton of
Farmer's Ward, Prest. Jos. E. Taylor
and myself were the speakers.
May 29. This day is to be remem-
bered as one of rejoicing and
anxiety in our household. At 8.30 p.m.
Wife gave birth to a daughter.
The child is physically perfect
to all appearances, and the birth
ordeal was passed without serious
complications. My anxiety is for
the Wife and Mother who usually
suffers greatly for a few days
after the delivery. May the Lord
protect and comfort her. The advent
of a child is to us an accession of
wealth that shall not perish
with earth. This is the sixth
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child born to us, and tonight
we rejoice in five living in the
flesh, and in one who lives in a 
truer sense. May wisdom commen-
surate with the added responsibility
be given us, that these gifts of
God may in due course of divine
events return to Him in honor.
May 30.	Decoration Day:– a legal
holiday, in consequence of which all
University exercises were suspended.
Spent greater part of day in attendance
on Wife; in the afternoon took the
children to the cemetery to place a
floral tribute on the grave of our
departed baby-daughter. Took
part with Prest. Joseph F. Smith and
Dr. Chas. F. Wilcox in administering
to the son of the last named. The boy,
Frederick, who is in his 14" year was
thrown from his horse this morning
and received a fracture at the base
of the skull. He is in a very precarious
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1900
May 3I. Took part in administering to Fred, the son
of our friend and brother, Dr.C.F.Wilcox. The phy-
cians in attendance on the boy offer very little
hope of his recovery; nevertheless the elders who
administer to him exhibit great faith. In one of
the administrations referred to above, I was asso-
ciated with the boy's father; in the other I took
part with Patriarch John Smith, Pres. Seymour B.
Young, and Elders W.N.Williams and C.F.Wilcox.The
assurance was given that all shall be well with the
lad.
	June I.By request I officiated at the graduation
exercises of the Sumner School (City), by making a
brief address and distributing certificates. Again
took part in administering to Fred Wilcox, he still
lies in an unconscious state,yet there are signs of
improvement. This day is the 99th anniversary of
the birth of Pres. Brigham Young. A celebration pro-
gram was observed in the city,--processions of chil-
dren, decoration of the Brigham Young monument,an
excursion to Saltair etc.
	June 3. Sunday. Stake conference today. Delivered
an address at the morning Prayer Circle in the Tem-
ple. Took part with Patriarch John Smith in admin-
istering to Fred Wilcox.

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1900.
	June 6. This day is the eighth of our youngest
daughter's life. I bestowed upon her a parent's
blessing and the name LUCILE. Mother and child are
doing well. This evening I officiated at a mar-
riage ceremony, uniting MARCELLUS L. NEBEKER and
Miss HARRIETT T. BADGER, both of Salt Lake City.
The bride is the daughter of our friend Bro. Rod-
ney Badger, and grand-daughter of the late Pres.
John Taylor.
	June 7. Took part with Bishop Heber Iverson and
Elder Herbert White in administering to Sister Mary
Ann Hyde, wife of the late Apostle Orson Hyde. I
have officiated at frequent intervals for weeks
past in the same ordinance. The aged sister appears
to be dying of general weakness complicated by
heart troubles.
	June 8. Took part with Apostles Lund and Cowley
and Elders John Nicholson and C.F.Wilcox in admin-
istering to the son of the last named who is still
in a critical condition. We administered also to
Eva Stevenson, niece to Sister Wilcox.
June 9. Attended reception given to the Faculty and
graduate students of the University at the residence
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1900
	June I0. Sunday. General conference of the Y.M.&
Y.L.M.I.A. Took part with Bishop Iverson and Elder
Herbert White in administering to Sister Hyde. Also
with Patriarch John Smith in administering to Fred
Wilcox. Serious complications have arisen in the
boy's condition, yet I have full faith.
	June II:— Served as one of the judges on "Thought
& Composition" in an oratorical contest under M.I.A.
auspices.
	June I3. Just before midnight I was called to the
house of a neighbor--Sister Mackay, whose I7 months
son (Fred Talmage Mackay) was in a serious condi-
tion from what proved to be a poisoning accident.
The little one had swallowed a solution from ar-
senical fly-poison paper. We promptly gave anti-
dotes and administered to the child. A few hours
later the boy appeared to be out of danger.
June I4. Mackay child recovering. Attended funeral
services of Sister Alma H. L. Forsberg, wife of Bro.
William Forsberg--an employee of the University. The
young woman who was about to become a mother for the 
second time , passed away after a short but very se-
vere illness.Elders Christensen and Dahlquist, Dr.
Kingsbury of the University and I were the speakers
at the services.						
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1900.
  June 15. Administered again to Sister Hyde. The
Sister appears to be traversing with painful tread
every foot of the path leading to the grave. 
 June 17, Sunday. Closing day of the Scandinavian
Jubilee, which has been in progress since the 14th. 
Attended funeral of Sister Mary Ann Hyde, held in 
the Second Ward at 4.30 p.m.The speakers were Elder 
A.M.Musser,Apostle Lund, Sister Emmeline B.Wells, 
myself, and Elder Alonzo Hyde in the order named.
In the evening I attended the baccalaureate sermon 
exercises in the Congregational Church. The address 
to the graduating students was delivered by Pastor
Brown of the church named. 
 June 18. Faculty reception to graduating students. 
 June 20:– Commencement exercises at the University. 
Officiated in marrying GEORGE T. JONES and NETTA M. 
CORLESS, both of the Fourth Ward, City.
 June 22. Went to Provo to visit the folks and the
farm. Found all well. Returned home by night train. 
 June 23. Contracted with the Deseret News for the 
publication of a tiny volume on "The Great Salt
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1900.
June 24. Sunday. Attended morning session of the Sec-
ond Ward Sunday School, and delivered an address be-
fore the Theology class. In the afternoon I addresse[d]
the Tabernacle assembly by call of the presiding of-
ficer. Elders Hyldall and Jensen recently returned
from the missionary field preceded me with a brief
report of their labors.
	June 25. Visited by Mr. Swem of Washington,D.C. who
professes to be investigating our people and their
religion. He claims to have been greatly impressed
by the Tabernacle proceedings on Sunday last.
	June 27. Married OSCAR HEMENWAYand Miss REBECCA M.
HADDOCK, both of the City.
June 28. Visited by Dr. Gregory of the department
of Physiography at Yale. 
	June 29. Attended reception at the Bee-Hive House
Pres. Snow"s residence in honor of the marriage of
his son LeRoi.
	June 30. The month just closing has been a re-
markable one in weather conditions. The temperature
has been unusually high-- several days above 100 de-
grees in the shade. The official reports state that
the temperature has not been so high in Salt Lake
City for eleven years past.
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1900
	July 1. Sunday. At the Fast Meeting held during
the afternoon in the Second Ward our son STERLING
was ordained a Deacon, Bishop Iverson officiating,
myself and others assisting. Our daughter LUCILE
was blessed and had her named confirmed upon her at
the same meeting, myself officiating assisted by the
bishopric of the ward and other Elders. I officia-
ted in ordaining Christen Christianson to the office
of Deacon, and assisted in other ordinances. In the
evening I lectured in the 15th Ward under Mutual Im-
provement auspices; subject-- "A Jealous God".
	July 3. A severe electrical storm broke over the
city shortly after noon. There was a heavy fall of
rain which was welcomed, but the electrical dis-
play was terrifying to many. A number of electric
light circuits were burned out; our house among
many was thus affected.  This evening Wife and
three of the children left for a visit to Alpine.
The other children were already away, so I am left
in bachelor solitude. 
	July 4. Independence Day; no public celebration
in the city. During the morning I attended funeral
of Brother Andrew Brixen in the 20th Ward. The speak-
ers were Presidents Jos.F.Smith and Geo.Q.Cannon, 
Pres.Angus M.Cannon,Bishops Taylor (14TH ward) and
Romney (20th Ward), and myself. For the rest of the
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July 6:-- Truly the signs of the times are multi-
plying apace. Every day brings news of accidents and
horrors greater than those that went before. The ter-
rible slaughter incident to the English-Boer war has
been partially lost sight of in the glare of anxiety
caused by news of the horrifying news <conditions> of famine and
pestilence in India; and now comes word of an upris-
ing in China, accompanied by great slaughter and the
threatened massacre of all the foreigners at the cap-
ital. The "Boxers" are said to have decreed the des-
truction of all foreign residents. Many of the great
powers including our own nation are co-operating in
an attempt to check the increasing danger. A few
days ago there occurred at Hoboken a disastrous fire
whereby several of the great ocean steamers then ly-
ing helpless in dock were injured and great loss of
life ensued. The press reports put the loss of prop-
erty at over ten millions of dollars. Individual
crime appears to be increasing; and it would seem that
the prophecies concerning the last days are being rap-
idly fulfilled; and that truly the Lord is cutting the
preparatory work short.

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Concerning the losses due to the Hoboken fire on June
30th, the New York Journal of Commerce says that the
destruction of property is conservatively placed at
$6000000. and the loss of life at from 150 to 350.
It is stated and seemingly confirmed that instances 
of cruel and brutal neglect were common; for example,
that several tug-boat captains "refused to rescue 
drowning men because it was more profitable to save 
cotton at $40 a bale". See Literary Digest July 7,
1900. The papers affirm that the rescuers refused to
take drowning people aboard their boats unless compen-
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1900.

	July 7: Spent most of the day on a geological jaunt
among the mountains. Traveled horseback and traversed
City Creek canyon to its head.

	July 8: Sunday; Usual meetings. Addressed Theology
class of the Second Ward during the morning, and the
sacrament meeting in the evening.

July 9: Left at 4.30 a.m., and spent the day in Big
Cottonwood canyon with Dr. Wilcox and his son Fred. The
promises made to the boy as to his recovery are being
rapidly verified.

July 12: Left the city by evening train on the way to
Vernal, Uintah county where I am to take part in the
Teachers' Institute. Prof. J.M.Tanner, bound on a sim-
ilar errand joined me on the train. Arrived at Price
two hours after midnight; took room at the Mathis Hotel.

July 13: Took stage at 8.30 a.m. With two changes of
horses and one change of drivers we reached the Wells
at 9.30 p.m., dust covered and tired.

July 14: Resumed journey at 3 a.m. Two changes of hor-
ses during the day. A typical desert ride. Reached Ver-
nal at 4 p.m., completely begrimed. I was taken in
charge by County Supt. Nelson G. Sowards, and was in-
stalled at his house. Bro. Tanner went to the home of
a relative. Both Brother and Sister Sowards are former
students of mine.

July 15; Sunday: Sabbath School at 10 a.m., and a meet-
ing of officers and teachers at noon; ward sacrament
meeting in the afternoon. At each of these meetings
both Bro.Tanner and I addressed the people. In the even-
ing a special meeting was called under the auspices of
the Sunday Schools, at which Bro. Tanner, who is a mem-
ber of the Board, delivered a lecture. Between afternoon
and evening meetings we were pleasantly entertained at
the home of Bishop Davis, where there was assembled a
company of ward and stake officers.

July 16: Teachers' Institute, or as it is commonly 
called here, the Summer School, opened at 9 a.m. with
an attendance exceeding precedent and the expectation
of the promoters. According to program I am to lecture
daily at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. with Bro.Tanner occupying
the next hour. My topics today were "Scientific meth-
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1900.
After the sessions I was driven by Bro. Sowards to the 
Silver Gate, -- the lower part of the Ashley Gorge, where 
Ashley river leaves the Uintahs. In the evening I lec-
tured in the Stake House, pursuant to request of the 
Stake officers, on "Failure and Success". During the 
night I was called up to assist in administering to 
Karl, the baby son of Bro. and Sis. Sowards. The child 
was in great distress from what appeared to be an ab-
cess in the region of the ear; the administration was 
followed by quiet rest. 

July 17: Regular lectures morning and afternoon; topics
were <was> "School Cabinets". Visited with Bro. Sowards the 
foothills; examined coal seams and fossiliferous rocks; 
found sharks' teeth and other remains. During the even-
ing I lectured at the Stake House; subject, by request- 
"A Jealous God". The brass band made good music before 
the meeting. Bro. Tanner held a meeting in Mill Ward 
under Sunday School auspices. 

July 18: In accordance with a decision reached yester-
day by vote, the members of the Institute went today 
to Ashley Gorge. Many others joined and a large party 
made the journey. I traveled with Supt. Sowards part 
of the day and the rest of the time horseback. Two 
sessions of the Institute were held, -- morning meeting 
in a grove, and afternoon gathering in a natural amphi-
theatre on the mountain side, at the base of a rock 
which the teachers named "Lecture- rock." My topics were 
"Mountain origin" and "Mountain Structure". However un-
satisfactory the lectures may have been, surely the 
natural illustrations about us were all that could be 
asked. Returned to town about night-fall. 

July 19: Usual sessions. My topics were "Mountains" and 
School Cabinets", -- continuation and amplification of 
former addresses. We dined by invitation at the home 
of Bro. Ward Pack.  In the evening I was taken to Mill 
Ward and there lectured to a crowded house. These night 
meetings seldom begin before 9 o'clock. Returned to 
Vernal after the meeting. 

July 20:  Topics today--"Earth Science" and "Laboratory 
Methods". A party of us dined by invitation at the home 
of Sister Holdaway-- a relative of Bro. Tanner's and a 
former student of mine.  This day marks the close of 
the Institute. After the session Bro. Tanner and I were

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1900.
taken to the home of Bro. Wm. Gibson. Three of his
children-- his whole family-- have been students of
mine. My stay in Vernal has been a pleasant exper-
ience in spite of a very busy condition. The teachers
have been earnest and the people eager. They seem to
have an insatiable appetite for meetings and lectures;
I have made 17 address[-]es during my stay,-- the last
late to-night at Merrils' Ward on " Failure and Suc-
cess" (subject by request). 	The Ashley valley is
a beautiful one; it lies on the south of the Uintahs
like a bright oasis in the desert. It is literally
flowing with milk and honey,--apiaries are numerous and
the pasturage is of the best.  Asphaltum from the hills
near by is brought down and laid for sidewalks in Ver-
nal at a cost of 35 cents per square yard. It is prob-
able that the streets will soon be paved with the mater-
ial. 
July 21: Goodbye to Vernal. By good fortune I find my-
self able to start on the return journey by way of the
Duchesne and Strawberry valley. I am desirous of stud-
ying this region and am not sorry that I escape the
stage trip to Price. Bro. Tanner returns by the Price
route. Left Vernal at 7 a.m. as one of a party which
includes Bro.Harden Bennion (Bishop's Counselor and
State Senator), Bro. Orson Calder, his brother Bruce 
and son Leo. We are equipped with wagon and four-
horse team, and an extra saddle horse.  The day's 
journey was auspicious; we camped at 3 p.m. at Fort
Duchesne and at 8.30 on the bank of the Duchesne at the 
Price bridge. The saddle horse has been of great ser-
vice to me; I have made numerous side trips, visiting
the asphaltum deposits and the Gilsonite mines off 
from the road.  Night under the open skies. 
July 22: Sunday; The brethren say they have to travel
today. Broke camp at 4.45 a.m., two stops during the
day and night camp on Red Creek at 10 p.m. Rough roads--
one of the most difficult parts is known as "Nigger 
Heaven". 
July 23:  Early start and long drives with mid-day 
halt. Pleasing scenery through Strawberry valley and in 
Daniels canyon. I have put the saddle horse to good use.
Camped at 8 p.m. near the mouth of Daniels canyon with
the majestic Wasatch to the west of us.

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[the following is a newspaper clipping]	
	The June report of the Utah climate and
crop service by the weather bureau de-
tails the unusual excess of temperature
and deficiency of precipitation during the
six months of the current year, ending
June 30th. It notes that there was an
average daily excess of 4 degrees in tem-
perature during that time; also that Jan-
uary was the warmest January since the
establishment of the station, its mean
temperature being 36 degrees. June was
the warmest June on record, its mean
temperature being 74, or 4 degrees above
the preceding highest record. The total
deficiency in precipitation was 3.97 inches,
the normal being 9.47 inches.
[end newspaper clipping]
				Salt Lake "Tribune,"
					July 26, 1900.

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1900.
July 24: Pioneer Day; Early start from camp. A farmer
near whose home we spent the night made some interest-
ing statements concerning the water supply of the Pro-
vo valley. He said that the people of Utah valley below
no longer complain that the upper valley takes too
much water, for it has been demonstrated that the more
water used in Provo valley, the more regular and re-
liable is the suppley below. During the high water sea-
son the people of Provo valley saturate theidr land and
a resoervoidr is thus established for the lower valley,
which keeps the springs full.
	Took train at Heber City at 6.40 a.m. and enjoyed
for the first time a railway ride through Provo can-
yon. Left the train at American Fork and secured pas-
sage on the mail conveyance to Alpine where I was happy
to meet Wife and all the children except Paul who is
with his grand-parents at Provo. The loved ones are
well. Pleasant day's visit with them and with Wife's
relatives. Wife and little ones accompanied me to Amer-
ican Fork where I took train for Salt Lake City, they
returning to Alpine. I am glad that they are escap-
ing the heat of the city. Reached the house at 7 p.m.
The city is in gala dress on account of the ceremonies
attending the formal unveiling of the Brigham Young
monument today.

July 25: The little book "The Great Salt Lake, past
and present" has been issued from the press during may
absence. I read the final proofs shortly before leav-
ing. It appears as a small 8vo of 116 pages including
illustrations which occupy 15 pp. Press notices to
which my attention was called are favorable.

July 26: Changed life insurance heretofore held in the
Penn Mutual Company to another form.  Instead of the
$8000 "Ordinary Life" style I have this day taken a
policy for $5000 in the company named, on the "Ordinary
Life Trust Certificate" plan, the payments to be made
in case of death as an annuity to the beneficiary of
$500 for ten years.
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	Frequent comments appear in the papers concerning
the very unusual climatic conditions of the season.
Following an exceptionally mild winter we are experien-
cing a very heated season of drouth. Scarcity of water
is felt over the entire state, and many crops have
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Dr. Talmage's little book on "Great
Salt Lake, Present and Past," has been
on the market about two weeks and in
that time more than half the edition
has been sold. The first edition turned
out by the "News" was 5,000 copies,
and up to this time about 3,300 copies
have been disposed of. The retail price
of the book is 25 cents, and it can be
had at all book stores.

"News" Aug. 4 1900

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1900.
	July 27. Three hours session with the committee having
in charge the re-issuing of the Pearl of Great Price.
It required all the will power at my command to be pre-
sent as I have been ill for two days past.
	July 31. Have been confined to the house most of the
time since last entry. When I reached the city after
the Vernal trip I found myself suffering from an af-
fection of the throat; this increased until the ton-
sils were extensively involved and one ear became af-
fected. Have treated myself as best I could and have
had the benifits of administrations. I did not in-
form Maia of the matter as she and the children are
better away from the city during the heated spell. The
most distressing effect of the illness has been extreme
depression of spirits with loss of power of work.
	August 1. The little book on the Salt Lake is selling
rapidly; see clipping above.
Within the past week one fatally successful and two
futile attem<p>ts at assassination of monarchs have been
reported. King Humbert of Italy was shot to death by
an assassin named Bresci, and the life of the Shah of
Persia, in Paris while he was in attendance at the Ex-
position, and that of the King of Servia, have been at-
tempted. 
	Aug. 5.  Sunday; Fast-day. Left the city at 11 P.M. by
Oregon Short Line on a projected trip to Idaho. I
start tonight at the instance of the other parties con-
cerned, and I go to examine certain mining property.
Was met at the station by Bro. David Smellie under en-
gagement with whom I undertake the trip.
	Aug. 6. At Pocatello, Idaho, we were joined by John
the son of Bro. Smellie. Reached Shoshone at 9.30 a.m.
and transferrred to the Ketchum line, proceeding to Ti-
kura station. There we took conveyance and drove to
a spot in the east canyon of Fish Creek wheree we cam
camped for the night. 
Aug. 7. Left camp at 7.30 a.m. and returned at 6.30
p.m. having devoted the entire day to the examination
of the copper occurrences on Torbane Hill.
Aug. 8. Early start; continued examinations until
noon; left camp on the return journey via Carey and
caught train at Tikura at 5.15. At Shoshone I took room
at the Columbia hotel; the other brethren took night
train for home. My purpose in remaining is to make
other visits in the region. Hot springs occur near
Carey, and an interesting "sink" or surface depression
in the lava is seen near the station at Tikura. These
depressions are locally called craters.

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1900.
Aug. 9. My plan to visit the Falls today failed owing
to the non-arrival of the stage last night. The dis-
tance is but 50 miles there abnd back, but I found dif-
ficulty in getting a private conveyance so had to
remain in Shoshone. Spent the day in vists to the l
lava fields in the neighborhood and in rest.

Aug. 10. Left by early stage for the Falls. The jour-
ney was broken at Blue Lakes where two hours were
spent. It is a pretty spot situated in a gorge of the
Snake river. Artificial lakes have been formed from
the water of springs, and the water bodies are of
the richest blue. Barometric readings indicated a
descent of 415 feet from the road-entrance to the in-
cline, to the level of the Snake. A magnificent fruit
farm is conducted by the owner -Mr. Perrine, to whom
I am indebted for favors. Apples, pears, peaches,
plums, quinces, and a fruit new to me-- the Prunus
Simola or Chinese plum. The orchard is planted among
the lava blocks, and the soil is well adapted to the
purpose.	Proceeded to Shoshone Falls and took roomm
at the hotel--the only human habitation in the neigh-
borhood. Spent rest of the day in viewing the nat-
ural beauties of the region. Barometer indicates a
descent of 205 feet in the last leap of the river. I
am informed that x the Idaho State Engineer (Mills)
has given 210 feet, and for the fall of the river
from its level above the Falls to the level immedi-
ately below 280 feet. The deepening twilight gave a
new beauty to the region and the full moon as it
climbed toward the zenith addesd a softness of its own.

Aug. 11.	Early start horseback to the Twin Falls, --
three miles as the road runs above the main Falls.
The river's majestic gorge as the stream breaks
through the basaltisc beds is visible from many points
along the road, and the side gorges are scarcely less
impressive. The sediments of the river are gold-bear-
ing, but the metal is in a finely divided state. In
no instance did I fail to find gold by a simple wash-
ing in a tiny pan.	Took stage for the return ride,
stopping three hours at Blue Lakes and reaching Sho-
shone at noight. Resumed my quarters at the Columbia
hotel.
	Aug. 12, Sunday.	Left Shoshone by early train in-
tending to reach Swan Lake or Oxford, and there spend
the remainder of the day with the local Saints with
a further purpose of visiting Red Rock Pass tomorrow.
Owing to a change in train schedules I was detained.
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Aug.  12, 1900
at Pocatello three hours, and then concluded to con-
tinue by journey homeward. Good view of the Port-
neuf valley and the Pass at Red Rock with opportun-
ity of making barometrical readings for altitude.
Reached the City at 9 p.m., and was delighted to find
wife and children at home and all well. They returned
from their visit two days ago.
Aug. 16:	Interview with the First Presidency regard-
ing Museum affairs.

Aug. 19:	Sunday; Usual meetings. At the morning Prayer
meeting in the Temple, I officiated at the altar, and
also in administering to the sick. Delivered a short
address at the same meeting. Addressed Theology class
at the Second Ward Sabbath School.

Aug. 21:	Officiated in a marriage ceremony uniting
Alexander H. Birrell and Miss Claire J. Whitehead. The
bride was a student of mine at the University.

Aug. 25:	Attended High Priests' meeting, and addres-
sed the gathering as one of three speakers, the
others being Pres. McKenzie and Brother Matthoni
Thomas.	Left home by the O.S.L. train, 11 p.m.,
for Oregon.	I have longed to visit the north-west
portion of our country, and opportunity now offers
in the matter of cheap transportation and spare time.
I plan stopping at Baker City, and then proceeding
to Portland.

Aug. 26:	Sunday. Journey lay for a time over the
lava fields; the notable lava sinks --producing sur-
face configuration suggestive of the limestone sinks
of other regions-- are numerous. Train reached Baker
City at 8 p.m.-- three hours late. Before I left
home it was requested by Apostle Heber J. Grant that
I spend part of this day with the Saints at Baker,
and as it was impossible for me to leave by yester-
day's morning train, Brother B. F. Grant whom I am
to accompany on a side trip, came on the early train
and devoted the day to meetings here, giving notice
of a night meeting. He met me at the station with a
carriage, and hurried me to the meeting-house where
services were in session. I occupied the remainder
of the evening in addressing the people.	Bro. Grant
and I were entertained for the night at the home of
Brother Archibald Geddes.

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1900
Aug. 27:  Bro. Grant and I left by morning train for
Sumpter; there we took private conveyance and drove to
Granite--14 miles--thence to the placer mines on the
Klop claims on the north fork of the John Day river.
Spent the remainder of the day examining the claims;
then finding it too late to carry out our original in-
tention of returning to Granite, we established our-
selves at the mines for the night.

Aug. 28:  Further examination of the mines in the very
early morning. Left at 7 a.m., and drove to Granite,
thence to the Quebec mine--9 miles beyond Granite.
Examined the mine; then returned to Granite. Then decid-
ed on an night ride, and proceeded to Sumpter. Took
rooms at the Capital Hotel.  Granite and Sumpter are
evidently of the "boom" order of towns; they have
sprung up like mushrooms and are already declining.

Aug. 29:  Returned to Baker City by morning train.
Spent part of the day visiting resident saints and
other friends of Bro. Grant. Inspected Oregon Lumber
Co. mills; -- the visit was one of interest and profit.
Through hearty invitation we took up our abode again
at the home of Brother Geddes.  In the evening I lec-
tured in the meeting house in accordance with previous
appointment. Subject by request--"Failures and Success."
Brother Grant left for home by the night train.

Aug. 30:  Left Baker City for the west by morning
train. It was due at 2.45 a.m., but did not leave be-
fore 5.30.  Reached the Columbia at Umatilla, from
which point the railway parallels the river on the
south bank. Sand dunes border the track and threaten
the passage; gangs of men are kept at work clearing the
way, and sand-fences, -- lower but otherwise similar in
position and purpose to snow-fences, are placed at in-
tervals for miles.  The river cuts deep into the lava
and forms numerous cascades. Of interest were the falls
-- Bridal Veil, Latourelle, and others; the Cascade
Locks, etc.  Reached Portland at 6.15 p.m., and took
room at the Belvedere Hotel.

Aug. 31:  Spent day visiting places of interest; went
out to Mount Tabor -- a tiny hill. Visited the river
bank etc.  Not liking my room at the Belvedere I moved
to the Hotel Perkins.

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1900.
September 1:		Spent day in the environs of the city.
In the evening I went out to Albina and there called
upon the brethren in the mission office at 24i Stan-
ton Street.

Sept. 12: Sunday: Attended morning service at the Taylor 
St. M.E. church. and listened to a sermon by Dr. Day,
chancellor of the University of Syracuse. Attended
fast and testimony meeting with our people at the Alis-
ky Building during the afternoon, and by request occu-
pied part of the time addressing the saints.	Pres. 
Bramwell who has charge of the Mission was present, hav-
ing come from the headquarters at La Grande, arriving
this morning. He is seriously ill with stomach trouble;
by request we administered to him after the meeting.
Several of the elders in the mission are ailing.
Between afternoon and evening meetings I had the com-
pany of the elderes here located, with me at dinner in
the hotel. Attended evening meeting, and occupied the
time by call of the Presidnent.

Sept. 3: Visited parks, river cuttings, gravel deposits
etc.
Sept. 4: This day marks the openingbof a carnival for
which great preparations have been made. The affair
is under the patronage of the order of Elks, and the
city is decorated with the colors of the order--pur-
ple and white-- and with the elk in many presentments.
There was a great street parade followed by the coro-
nation of the carnival king and queen. In the evening
the Fair was opened to the publisc.	A good presenta-
tion of the State's resources was made.

Sept. 5:	Left by morning train for home. The glori-
ous scenery of the Columbia was again enjoyed.

Sept. 7: Reached home at 9.30 p.m., finding wife and
children well.

Sept. 9: Sunday. At the afternoon Tabernacle services
Elder Ephraim Jensen and I addressed the congregation
by call of the presiding officers.

Sept. 10: In the evening I delivered an address before
the Third Quorum of Elders, subject-- "The Elder".
This was in accordance with a prior appointment; the
meeting was held in the Second Ward assembly hall.
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1900.
Sept. 10/ This day's despatches bring word of a ter-
rible disaster at Galveston, Texas, and vicinity. The
city and neighborhood were visited by most destruct-
ive storms yesterday, whereby Galveston was almost en-
tirely destroyed. The waters of the Gulf "heaved them-
selves beyond their bounds" carrying devastation in their
course. It is estimated that fully 3000 people lost
their lives.

Sept. 12. Later reports of the Galveston horror give
the loss of life as much greater than was at first sup-
posed. It is stated that over 5000 people were killed
in Galveston and vicinity, and probably as many more
in other towns. The property loss is estimated at from 
ten to fifteen millions of dollars. Fearful scenes of
looting and robbery are described. Negroes appear to
have excelled in these ghoulish feats of robbing and
mutilating the dead. One who was arrested had 23 human
fingers in his pockets; these had been severed for the
rings they carried. Ears were cut off the dead for the
jewels. Martial law has been declared in the stricken
district, and over 50 ghouls are reported as having
been shot while in the act of robbing and mutilating
corpses. Destitution in the region is great and a
general call for help is out.

Sept. 13. Wife and I went to Bountiful and attended
the funeral services over the remains of Sister Louisa
Calder Lee, wife of our friend and brother William O.
Lee. The lamented Sister recently passed away from the
effects of fever following premature birth. The speak-
ers at the services were Apostles Heber J. Grant and
John W. Taylor, President Hess of Davis Stake, Elder
Wood of Salt Lake City, and myself,– in the reverse of
the order stated. The deceased filled an honorable 
mission with her husband in Samoa.  Returned home by
afternoon train.

Sept. 16. Sunday. At morning Prayer Circle in Temple,
I officiated in the consecrating ceremony on the oil.

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1900.
	September 21,-- Birthday here again; 38 years old to-
day, and as far as I can see no better than heretofore.

	Sept. 22:-- First Faculty meeting of the year.

	Sept. 23:-- Sunday; Delivered an address at the morn-
ing Prayer Circle. In the evening Elder George A.
Mills and I officiated as home missionaries in the Sev-
enth Ward.

	Sept. 25:-- Attended meeting of the directors of the
Grant Gold Mining Co., and at the request of the direc-
torate agreed to visit the mines in Oregon for the pur-
pose of continuing the examination begun on the occas-
sion of my recent visit there. Left home, taking pas-
sage on the 12 p.m. fast train.

Sept. 26:-- Arrived at Baker City, Oregon at 8 p.m.,--
over two hours late. Took room at the Hotel Warshauer.

	Sept. 27:-- Took early train for Sumpter, from which
place I had arranged to start by stage for Granite.
Three hours wait; spent time in examining deposits in
the neighborhood. Took afternoon passage on stage,
arriving at Granite in early evening. The stage ride
through the forests was an interesting one, in spite
of the discomforts of the old-style coach-- a sort of
box swung on straps.  Took room at the Hotel Grand.

	Sept. 28:--Early start for the mines in private con-
veyance previously engaged. Mr Walter Schluter-- a
relative by marriage of Heber J. Grant,-- accompanied
me; a Mr. Earby who had previously worked in the mine
also went with me, he traveling horseback.	Spent the
greater part of the dauy at the Quebec mine, inspect-
ing the workings and collecting samples. Returned to
Granite in the evening. Pleasant journey through the
forests. The tamarack is already assuming its winter
colors-- yellow and orange, and contrasts strongly with
the deep green of the yellow pine, red pine, white and
yellow fir, balsam, and spruce.

	Sept. 29:-- Wife's birthday, she is 32 years old today.
Left at 7 a.m. by stage for Sumpter. Arrived half an
hour too late for the morning train. Spent part of the
day on the placer workings of the neighborhood. Took
afternoon train and proceeded to Baker City. Pleasant
visit with Bros. David Eccles, Grant Geddeds and his
brother Archibald, J. W. Eardley, and others. Took
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1900.
passage on the 11 p.m. train for home.

   Sept. 30:--  Reached home at 9 p.m. finding all well.

   October 1:--  University session opens today.  The
work is announced to begin in the new buildings on the
east Bench.  This day has been one of utter confusion,
scarcely a room is ready, and the noise of the workmen
drowned all other sounds.

   October 3:--Suspension of all work at the University
and in all the public schools of the State owing to
the funeral of Dr. John R. Park who died on the night
of Sept. 30th.  Dr. Park is one of the veteran educa-
tors of Utah.  For nearly thirty years he was President
of the University of Utah, and at the time of his death
was State Superintendent of Public Instruction.  The
funeral was an impressive one.  The services were held n
in the Assembly Hall under the direction of the Bisop-
ric of the Eighteenth Ward, and all who took part in the
services including the pall-bearers were of those who
had been professionally associated with Dr. Park in the
  University of years ago, or in the State capacity s
since his election as State Superintendent.

   October 7:--Sunday; Closing day of the semi-annual Con-
ference of the Church, which has been in session for
three days.  Among the important points treated was one
spoken of by President Snow--the return of the Saints to
to Jackson County, Mo., which event he said was near at
hand, so near that he and his Counsellors and many of
the present quorum of the Apostles may take part in
the return.

   October 8:-- Attended evening meeting in the Third
Ward. The occasion was that of a missionary farewell
party in honor of three young elders who are about to
depart. By appointment I took a small part on a very
long program by delivering an address, which was billed
as "Missionary Advice".

October 14:-- Sunday.  In the evening I called upon
Patriarch John Smith by invitation, and accompanied him
to the sacrament meeting in the 14th Ward; where Pres.
David Cannon of St. George and I occupied the stand
during the meeting, addressing the people [-]in the order
named.  After meeting, Patriarch Smith, Bishop George H.
Taylor and I administered to the 13 year old son of the
Bishop.  The boy is suffering from an attack of typhoid
fever.

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Oct. 14, 1900.

At the house of Bishop Taylor, Patriarch Smith conferred
upon me a patriarchal blessing which I copy here.

A BLESSING given by JOHN SMITH, Patriarch, upon the head
of James Edward Talmage, son of James Joyce Talmage and
Susannah Preater Talmage, born in Hungerford, Berks, Eng-
land, September 21st, 1862.
	Brother James Edward Talmage, According to thy desire
I place my hands upon thy head to pronounce and seal a
blessing upon thee. And I ask God the Eternal Father for
His Spirit to indite thy blessing, and to fill thee with
the influence thereof, to give thee strength of memory
that you may comprehend not only thy duty but the bles-
sings promised unto the faithful. For thou art numbered
among the sons of Zion who were chosen at their birth
to labor in the ministery, to labor in the interest of
the youth of Zion, and to assist in gathering Israel.
	From early youth thou wert taught of thy parents the
principles of truth and virtue, for which the Lord was
well pleased, and gave thine Angel charge concerning
thee, who has watched over thee thus far, preserved thee
from the angels evils of the world, the power of the des-
troyer and those who fain would have led thee into by and
forbidden paths.
	From thy youth thou hast been true to thy trust, honest
in thy belief, and firm in thine integrity, and for this
the blessing of the Lord has attended thy labors, opened
the eyes of thine understanding that thou hast seen things
as they are; and as thy duty has been known to thee thou
hast cheerfully rendered obedience, for which thou shalt
verily receive thy reward.  Ansd as thou hast been called
to go or to come by the Priesthood, thou hast been faith-
ful; and in thy journeyings amongst strangers thou hast
found friends; and thou hast without fear or favor pro-
claimed the words of life and salvation unto all who
would listen; and thy word has on many occasions fell
with power, and the influence thereof will remain and
bring forth fruit in time to come.
	Therefore I say unto thee be of good cheer for the Lord
is pleased with thy integrity, and His favor shall go
with thee.	It is thy duty to preside in Council with
among thy brethren; to guide and to guard the minds of
the youth; to be one of the watchmen upon the towwers of
Zion. It is thy privilege when necessaery to have the
gift of discernment that you may detect error and also
evil. It is thy province to defend the oppressed, to
chide the guilty, and to pass sentence upon the wicked.
Therefore remember to be cheerful in thy deportment.
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   Thou art of Ephraim which is the lineage of thy pro-
genitors, many of whom look to thee for salvation, as
thou art the legal heir to this privilege,  holding the
Priesthood. 	It is thy privilege to live to a good old 
age, and the will of the Lord that  you should be an in-
strument in His hands in doing much good and become a
mighty man in Israel. And I say unto thee, in thy re-
flections go back to early youth and thou shalt real-
ize that the hand of the Lord has been over thee for
good, that thy life has been preserved by an unseen 
power and for a purpose. Thou shalt also realize that 
a decree of the Father has gone forth and that thy mis-
sion is barely begun.
   Hold sacred thy covenants and no power shall stay
thy progress; and thou shalt have joy in thy labors
spiritual and temporal. Thou shalt have great faith 
in the ordinances of the Lord's House. Thou shalt
lay hands on the sick and they shall recover, for
this is one of thy gifts which thou shalt receive 
through prayer and faith.
   Thy children shall grow up around thee, bless thee
in thy old age, and hold thy name in honorable re-
membrance.	Therefore be comforted for all shall be
well with thee both here and hereafter.	Thou shalt
also secure unto thyself an inheritance among those
who shall stand upon Mount Zion, saviors of men.
   Therefore look forth to the future with pleasure.   
   This Bles<s>ing I seal upon thee in the name of Jesus
Christ; and I seal thee up to eternal life to come
forth in the morning of the First Resurrection, a 
savior in thy father's house.
			Even so, AMEN.

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1900.

Oct. 17:-- Attended missionary farewell party in the
Second Ward incident to the departure of Brother James
Iverson, and delivered there an address.

Oct. 26:-- A month of school work is past. The exper-
ience has been a trying one owing to the unfinished
state of the buildings, and the lack of needed appli-
ances many of which are boxed and laid aside in the
old or the new buildings, but in either case unaccess-
ible. My own work has been seriously hindered. Through
a blunder on the part of the architect or some one else
in charge, the buildings are veritable sounding boxes
and the noise on the several floors is almost unendur-
able. The attendance is good; I have seldom had larger
classes in the advanced subjects. In addition to my
regular lectures on Geology, I take charge this year
of the work in Mineralogy; this owing to the absence
of the Assistant who has previously had charge of the
Mineralogy classes.

	Nov. 3:-- First field day of the year. Spent the day
with my classes in observation work.

Nov. 6:-- Presidential election day. Much political
excitement has run rampant of late, and extremes not
to be commended have been reached by both parties. Ac-
cording to the early returns the Republican victory is
general on national contests as also in Utah for State
officers.
	Nov. 10:-- Saturday; Spent in the field with the Ge-
ology classes.

	Nov. 11, Sunday:-- In the evening I occupied the
time allotted to speaking in the Second Ward Sacrament
meeting.

	Nov. 17:-- Interview with the First Presidency on
Deseret Museum affairs. Ecxcitement is again rising
on the existence of the alleged small-pox in Utah, and
particularly in Salt Lake City. By a published an-
nouncement of this date, the First Presidency direct 
the closing of the Latter-day Saints' College, and re-
commend vaccination, which they say has been proved to
be efficacious as a palliative if not as a preventive
measure. Through the papers the old dispute as to the 
merit of vaccination is still being carried on. There
are many cases of the disease in the City, but thus far
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L     1900.

   Nov. 18:-- Sunday;  At the afternoon Tabernacle ser-
vices, Elder J. M. Tanner and I occupied the speakers'
stand.  In the evening Elder J. W. Walker and myself
officiated as Home Missionaries in the Eighteenth Ward.

   Nov. 24; Saturday:-- Regular monthly meeting of the
High Priessts' Quorum. Patriarch Raleigh of this Stake
and I delivered addresses.

   Nov. 29:-- Thanksgiving Day; Went to Murray in afterno
noon and officiated in a marriage ceremony uniting
ALFRED E. PRITCHARD and MARGARET CAHOON, both former
students of mine.

   Nov. 30:-- Attended interview with President Snow,
and later a conference between the President, the Pre-
siding Bishop of the Church on the one side, and the
Governor of the State, and members of the State Board 
of Land Commissioners on the other. The question under
consideration was the disposition of the Deseret
Museum now that the University of Utah has vacated the
building previously occupied by the two institutions
jointly. Today the control of the building passes from
the control of the University authorities to that of
the State officials. The result of the conference was 
that the State officers granted to the Museum the en-
tire building together with the grounds and the other
structures situated thereon, for a term of one year or
until other quarters are provided for the Museum.  It
has been decided by President Snow that the Museum be
permanently housed in the new building now in course
of erection on the old "Council House" corner, now the
property of the Deseret News.  This promises the best
accommodations within sight and will be a great improve-
ment as to location and space on the present quarters.

   December 2:-- Fast Day;-- At the morning Circle meet-
ing in the Temple I delivered an address by appointment.
Attended Sunday School in the 21st Ward according to
agreement and delivered an address on "Thanksgiving"
before the higher classes. This class organization 
follows the commendable course of having exercises of
an appropriate nature on the Sabbath nearest every
notable holiday or other important occasion.  In the
evening I lectured in the 17th Ward under Improvement
Association auspices on "What's in a name?"

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1900.
	Dec. 7;  Delivered an afternoon address before the
University Normal Society on "Lessons not on the Pro-
gram".

	Dec. 8:-- Went to Grantsville by morning train and
private conveyance and lectured there under school
auspices on "Success in Life". Returned home in the
evening.

	Dec. 14:-- Presided at the annual meeting of the
Microscopical Society of Utah. Owing to the removal of
the University at which the sessions of the Society
have been usually held, this evening's meetindg was con-
ducted in the Templeton building. At the election of
officers for the coming year I was again elected Pres-
ident of the Society.

	Dec. 15:-- At the solicitation of the Deseret News
officials I have served as adjudicator on the composi-
tions offered in competition for the $50.00 prize
promised for the best Christmas story. My decision
was filed a week ago, and tonight the story is pub-
lished in the 68 page issue of the "Christmas News".
Brother Willard Done, my former student and co-laborer
and my successor in the presidency of the Latter-day
Saints College, was found to be the original of the
pen name subscribed to the story.

	Dec. 16:-- Sunday; Short addresseds at the morning
   Prayer Circle in the Temple, and before the Theology
Class of the Second Ward Sunday School.  In the evening
Elder Fred Daynes and I officiated as Home Missionaries
in the Twentieth Ward.

	Dec. 20:-- Brief address before the Third Year Nor-
mal Class at the University.

	Dec. 21:-- Christmas vacation begins.

	Dec. 22:-- Sterling, Paul, and I were vaccinated.
This is a repetition of the operation in the cases of
Sterling and myself; the Doctor claims that the opera-
tions lasyt year were not sufficiently efficacious. An
order has gone forth from the Board of Health requiring
all school pupils and teachers to be vaccinated before
the re-opening of schools after the holidays.

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1900.

	Dec. 23; Sunday:-- At the evening Sacrament meeting
in the Second wWard I spoke on a special topic by re—
quest of the Bishopric. The subject was the lack of
wisdom often displayed by our people in calling upon
Elders who are engaged in public work to visit houses
that are under quarantine to administer to patients
who are suffering from contagious disease. An editor-
ial in last night's "News" directed attention to the
matter and emphasized the fact that to make such visits
is to violate the law. On many occasion I have visited
houses under the conditions named; but when doing so
in term-time I have sought the company of a physician
of our people to whom I rendered obedience in the mat-
ter of preparation and subsequent disinfection. There 
is at present much contagion in the community, and it
is feared by many that the reckless visiting to houses
under quarantine may bring criticism upon our practice
of administering to the sick, to say nothing of the ac-
tual danger of conveying disease. Were I the only ac-
cessible Elder I believe no secular duty would keep me
from responding to every call in contagious cases, but
when Elders not engaged in labor that brings them in
contact with the public are within reach, I feel hesi-
tation in making such visits; particularly as I have
been personally instructed by those in authority to
abstain froms such .

	Dec. 25; The last Christmas of the century. It is
a "green" Christmas in truth, the weather being as mild
as we usually have it in April. There has been but one
slight fall of snow during the autumn and winter thus
far, and that melted almost as rapidly as it fell. A
repetition of last year's mild winter with its deficient
precipitation is feared by the farmers. Thus far we
have had no cold weather.
There is much illness in the city and throughout the
state. Houses quarantined for small-pox, diphtheria,
and scarlet fever are numerous. Our household has thus
far excaped, for which blessing we are grateful. Yet
our children have been exposed to diphtheria;--the fam-
ily of a servant girl who has been living with us and
frequently going home at night has been stricken and the
life of one of the members is at present despaired of.

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1900.

	Dec. 28:-- A trip to the Lake. Party consisted of
Dr. Wilcox and his son Fred in one conveyance; Bros.
David Ross and J. Nebeker, son Sterling and myself in
another. The purpose of our ljourney was to examine
the present height of the water. We drove to the shore
i.e. the shore of a year ago, and proceeded some dis-
tance over the recently abandoned sands. Then finding
the oolitic sand inconvenient for wheeled vehicles we
detached the horses, and with the Doctor and Fred
mounted on one, and Sterling and I on the other, we
crossed to Antelope Island. After a few attempts,
each of which took us into deep water we found a pas-
sage on the bar mostly dry-shod and nowhere with the
water more than 6 to 8 inches deep.	This fact is
indicative of the recent phenomenal shrinking of the
Lake. We returned home at night.

	Dec. 29:-- Witnessed the burial of the little child
Martha Aamodt. This is the one who was stricnken with
diphtheria in the house of our neighbor. She died
last night. The sanitary law requires speedy burial
in such cases, and of course all public services were
prohibited. By request I officiated in dedicating
the grave. May peace come to the widowed mother and
to the grieving sisters.

	Dec. 30:-- Sunday;-- In the evening I officiated as
a Home Missionary in Cannon Ward. My appointed com-
panion was not present.

	Dec. 31:-- Last day of the century. The cycle of
a hundred closes with an unparalleled record for an
equal space of time, and its requiem is sung in events
at once stirring and important. Beyond its marvellous
achievments in art, science, invention, and discovery,
it will be known as the century marked by the restora-
tion of the Gospel and the initiation of the Dispen-
sation of the Fullness of Times. All the developments
of recent years,-- all the "signs of the times"-- in-
dicate that the second coming of the Christ is near.
The fig-tree is budding apace; what fruitage shall the
Twentieth Century see?

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——Personal Journal——
	     for the year
	——1901.——
		Jas. E Talmage
			Salt Lake City,
				Utah.
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A. D. 1901.
	January 1:-- At the opening of the Twentieth Century
I find myself at home with our little family; and all
are well. The new century was welcomed by large con-
gregations assembled in watch-meetings; and during this
first day services have been held in the City and else-
where in connection with the various churches. The lar-
gest and most notable gathereing in the City was the
assembly in the Tabernacle at 11 a.m. under the name
"New Century Meeting". Sterling, Paul, and I attended.
The exercises consisted of musical renditions, poetical
recitations, and the reading of President Snow's "Ad-
dress to the World". And now we are fairly launched
on a century of incalaulable possibilities.
	Jan. 6, Sunday:-- Delivered a lecture in the Elev-
enth Ward under Mutual Improvement auspices, subject;
"What's in a name?"
	Jan. 7:--Resumed work at the University. Absentees
are numerous owing to the rule put in force today that
no unvaccinated person can be admitted to the schools.
Protests against compulsory vaccination are many, part-
ly on the ground of opposition to vaccination in gener-
al, and partly owing to the belief that existing con-
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conditions do not warrant such extreme measures as the
State Board of Health is striving to enforce.
	Jan. 12: -- Attended a meeting as one of a committee
appointed by the State Teachers' Association to devise
means of securing text-books on the natural history of 
the inter-mountain region.  An announcement in this 
evening's Deseret News is to the effect that 9200 cop-
ies of  "The Articles of Faith" have been sold. This is
characterized as the largest sale of any home publica-
tion in the same length of time.
	Jan. 20: -- Sunday: Usual meetings; in the evening I
attended by invitation and addressed the sacrament
meeting in the Sixteenth Ward.
	Jan. 22: -- Today news comes that Victoria, Britain's
Empress-Queen, is dead. The fact that the end was near
has been foreseen for several days past. According to
the despatches she died at 6.30 p.m. London time this 
date. The news was posted on the bulletin boards in
Salt Lake City by 3 p.m. Mountain time; - another strik-
ing example of electricity as applied by man outstrip-
ping the earth's movement. Victoria's reign has been
a long and glorious one. I believe that she was fore-
ordained of God for her exalted position among mortals
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raised to half-mast on receipt of the tidings of her
death, and the telegraph announces that the same sym-
bols of mrounrning were displayed at the national capi-
tal--an unusual tribute to a departed foreign ruler.
	Jan. 23:-- The State Legislature today elected Thomas
Kearns to the office of United States Senator from
Utah to fill the vacancy occasioned by the failure of
the last legislature (Democratic majority) to elect a
senator.  Kearns received the full Republican vote,--
37. Much excitement has arisen since he appeared as
a prominent candiedate, the claim being that he has
nothing but his wealth to commend him for the position
and that he is illiteracte if not ignorant. I have no
personal iacquaintance with the man, and know nothing
of his qualifications or lack of such. The "Salt Lake
Tribune" with its characteeristic venom and hatred of
the "Mormon" people has raised the olfd cry of Church
influence, and specifically charges that Kearns was
elected by direction of President Snow in accordance
with an agreement by which Kearns is to buy from the
Church certain unproductive railroad stock etsc.,- in
short, the paper affirms that the senatorship was pur-
chased from the Church.  The legislature is Republi-
can in majority and the "Tribune" claims to be the
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organ of that party; and the "Herald", which is recog-
nized as the Democratic organ, makes the same charges.
At the last national and state election which resulted
in a very general Republican victory the "Herald" ful-
minated its charges of Church influence, and claimed
that the State had been sold to the Republicans by the
Church. The charges are without foundation and are
absurb; nevertheless their reiteration will have an
effect on the public opinion of the nation The despatch-
es say that Senator Rawlins (Democratic, from Utah),
brought the subject to the notice of the U.S.Senate
at to-day's session; and the "Tribune" promises a cam-
paign that shall surpass the excitement of the Roberts
case, the agitation of which was started by that paper.
The "Tribune" justifies its claim to its locally popu-
lar cognomen,--"Storm-starter".
	Telegraphisc despatches say that the former Prince of
Wales, Albert Edwarsd, has been proclaimed "King of the
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland and Emperor
of India" with the title of Edward VII.
	Jan. 26:-- Went to Ogden by early train and devoted
the day to the examination of a tunnel connected with
the Utah Light and Power Company's pipe line near
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the mouth of Ogden Canyon. A dislocation of the rock
through which the tunnel passes has recently occurred,
and a fall of rock demolishing the steel bridge over
the Ogden River is among the results. Bishop Wade who
is one of the Company's local officers, and the engi-
neer, Mr. Hayward, accompanied me from Ogden; the lat-
ter spent the entire day with me climbing the hills
and making examinations. I took quarters for the night
at the Reed Hotel.
	Jan. 27:-- Compelled to stretch if not to break the
Sabbath. This is the only day of the week/on which the
water can be turned off so as to make possible an exam-
ination of the inside of the tunnel; and such an exam-
ination I am requested to make. Supt. Robert Capmpbell,
together with the officials named before, and others,
accompanied me. We entered the pipe (a conduit of wood
six feet diameter) through an orifice cut for the pur-
pose, and spent some hours in sections of the pipe and
in the tunnel. An echo perfect for four syllables was
noticed. The crack through which the water has escaped
cuts across the tunnel and traverses a vertical shaft
rising from the same. I am convinced the present calam-
ity to the Company could have been avoided had the pipe
been continued through the tunnel; and such a continu-
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ation would probably have been recommended had the work
of the endgineers been supplemented by a geological ex-
amination of surface features prior to the construction.
One of the local fault planes of the region traverses
the ctunnel, and it is probable that water has made its
way along this plane and has assisted in the work of 
displacement. I returned home by evening train.
	Jan. 28:-- Attended a meeting of the Executive Com-
mittee of the Light and Power Co., and made a prelim-
inary report.
	Jan 31:-- Delivered a lecture before the Engineering
Society of the University on "Metalliferous Deposits."
	Feb. 2:-- Meeting with the committee in charge of
the revision of the Pearl of Great Price.  We met with
the First Presidency.
	Feb. 3:-- Sunday: Prayer Circle in Temple at 8.30
a.m.; I delivered an address on Temple Rites. Then
at 10 a.m. I attended the regular Temple Fast Meeting;
and from 12.30 to 2.30 I was engaged with the First
Presidency and the Pearl of Great Price committee.
	Feb. 4:-- "John Marshall Day" marking the centen-
nial of the eminent Chief Justice's elevation to the 
supreme bench of the United States. Appropriate exer-
cises were held at the University. Commemorative pro-
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ceedings have been announced in connection with the
courts of the State and with those of other States.
	Feb. 5:-- Left home at 7 a.m. and proceeded to Manti
where I am to examine athe geological structure of an
area now under consideration in the court. Enginneer 
Higney and I drove from Manti to Sterling or Six Mile
Canyon where we were engaged until dark in our examin-
ation. Returned to Manti, feet wet and bodied chilled
from water encountered in the workings of the Sterling
Coal Co. mines. Quarters were provided for me at the
Eagle Hotel. 
	Feb. 6:-- Mr. Higney and one of the interested part-
ies in the suit accompanied me on another visit to
the area in dispute. Returned to Manti and made a pre-
liminary report to the attorneys; then, learning that
my testimony is not to be called at present, I returned
home.	Found our home in a state of semi-quarantine;
Daughter Elsie was ailing before I left, ansd as I had
observed some symptoms of scarlet fever I had called in
in Dr. Wilcox. He is not certain as to the nature of
the disease and therefore is not justified in quaran-
tining the house; but the little patient and her Mother
are isolated. We hope and pray for the bests.
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dition. Dr. Wilcox and the City Health Officer, Dr.
King, have examined her today, and they repoert that
they cannot order quarantine as she lacks some of the
essentaial features of the disease, notably the high
body temperature. The boys are kept from school, and
none of the children are allowed outside the lot.
	Feb. 9:-- Went to Morgan by early train and filled 
lecture appointment under County School auspices. Good
audience composed of teachers, parents, and school pu-
pils. Took passage on freight train to Ogden, thence hom
home by regular train.
	Feb. 10:-- Sunday:-Delivered short address at the ear-
ly morning meeting in the Temple. Elsie is still ill;
but the physician expresses the belief that the disease
is not what was feared. She was prayed for in the Temple
today.
	Feb. 11:-- Afternoon lecture before the University
Normal School on "Utah Physiography".
	Feb. 12:-- Returned to Manti in response to a subpoe-
na from the Court in connection with the water case,
(see Feb. 5, & 6). Took quarters at the Eagle Hotel.
Spent the afternoon in court.
	Feb. 13:-- Morning and afternoon session of court.
In the evening I lectured in the Tabernacle under Mutu-
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al Improvement auspices on"Failures and Success". I
was surprised to be greeted by a large audience; notice
of the meeting must have been brief for I was not con-
sulted on the matter until shortly before noon.
	Feb. 14:- Engineer Higney, Mr. tTufts (one of the in-
terested parties) and I left Manti at an early hour and
drove to Six Mile Canyon to afford me an opportunity of
examining a feature of the formation concerning which
I felt some uncertainty. Returning I reached the court
room at 11 a.m. and almost immediately was called to
the witness stand. My testimony occupied a great part
of the day's sessions.
	Feb. 15:-- Morning session of court at which the
taking <of> testimony in the case was concluded and the mat-
ter was taken under advisement by the Judge, pending
arguments by counsel, which are deferred until the sprn
spring weather permits a personal examinatuion of the
ground by the Court. The case,--"The Gunnison Irrigation
Co. vs The Sterling Coal and Coke Co.", is an important
one ivnvolving the rights of mining companies to tap the
springs from which the agriculturists have derived the
water for irrigation. Returned to Salt Lake City by
evening train. Our good friend Dr. Wilcox met me at the
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station with the cheering tidings that Elsie is practi-
cally well. He drove me to his house where I found Wife
Maia, who has been virtually confined to the house since
the appearance of suspected scarlet fever. On reaching
home later I found Elsie in good condition and the rest
well. We reverently acknowledge the Divine blessing in
answer to prayer.
	This day is marked by an event onf sad importance. W
While on the train I first heard a report afterward con-
firmed that our friend and brother,-almost my parent
in affection indeed,-- Dr. Karl G. Maeser, departed this
life at 4 a.m. today. Dr. Wilcox and I called at the
house and tried to speak comforting words to Sister
Maeser and the other sorrowing relatives. There are
few men in Israel whose demise would be mourned bay a 
larger circle. Brother Maeser's sytudents are numbered
by the many thousands, and he has endeared himself to
the hearts of the Latter-day Saints throughout the world.
His work has been a great one, and nobly has it been ac-
complished. I feel that he was assuredly fore-ordained
to his labor as a teacher in Zion. His place is not to 
be taken by another. I learn that he first complained 
of discomfort half an hour before he breathend his last,
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the great change it was thought by Sister Maeser that
he was in a natural sleep. Yesterday he performed
his usual labors, and retired to rest with no visible
evidences that the hour of departure was so near. Many
times has he expressed to me the hope that he might be
permitted to pass away while yet "In the harness". It
would seem that the Lord has granted his prayer.
	Feb. 17:-- Sunday; In the evening I attended by re-
quest the Sacrament meeting there <in 7th Ward>, and addressed the
people on "The Church and Kingdom of God." 
	Feb. 18:* Second half year at the University began
today. Busy until a late hour administering to the s
sick, of whom there are many.
	Feb. 19:-- Funeral services over our greatly beloved
Brother Maeser took place this afternoon at the Taber-
nacle. In spite of weather unusually inclement there
was a very large attendance, as might have been fore-
seen. Sixteen carloads of people are said to have come
from Utah County, the greater part from Provo, and
of these the majority from the Brigham Young Academy.
The organizations officially represented by their of-
ficers and in every instance by large bodies of their
members, were;- General Board of Education; Religion
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High Priests' Quorum; Brigham Young Academy; Latter-
day Saints, College and other Church Schools; and the
Church Authorities. President Geo. Q. Cannon presided
at the Tabernacle services; and the speakers in the 
order of their addresses were:-- President Wm. Budge
of Bear Lake Stake who was largely instrumental in
Brother Maeser's conversion; Bro. J.M.Tanner; myself;
Bro. Geo. H. Brimhall who is at present Acting-Presi-
dent of the Brigham Young Academy; Apostles Reed Smoot
Anthon H. Lund. Heber J. Grant; and Pres. Geo. Q. Can-
non. The grave was lined with white cloth covered with
flowers, and the casket was lowered into a floral bedd.
Brother Maeser was honored in life; his memory was re-
vered today and will be held in esteem by future gen-
ereations. His gentle life has been gloriously rounded
out; he lived unto the Lord; he has died unto the 
Lord; and is among the blessed. I am thankful that t
the people did not wait until his deatht to show their
appreciation of his ministries. I have been honored
in him as my teacher, companion, and brlother; and my
ambition ids to be allowed to renew such relations with
him in the world to come. May the Lord give comfort
to his stricken wife and children.
	Feb. 22:-- Washington's Birthday; attended services
at the Assembly Hall under auspices of the University.
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Feb. 23:-- High Priests' Quorum meeting. President
Angus M. Cannon, Bishop Geo. Romney, and I addressed the
meeting in reverse order, and several other members mad
made voluntary addresses. 
	March 1:-- Evening meeting under University student
auspices. According to prior appointment I took part
on the program by delivering an address on "Knowledge
and Wisdom".
	March 3:-- Sunday, and Fast Day; At the morning meet-
ing in the Temple I delivered a short address by request
and officiated in administering to the saick. Attended
forenoon fast meeting in the Temple. President Snow gave
excellent admonition, and spoke of the prospective re-
turn of the Saints to Jackson County Mo., declaring that
some there present would return and be privileged to
behold the Redeemer face to face. Attended afeternoon
fast meeting in our Ward and officiated in special pray-
er for the afflicted members of the Ward.
	March 8:-- By invitation I presided as Chairman at
the annual meeting (the fourth) of the Utah State His-
torical Society. Delivered a brief address of "The pre-
servation of historic land-marks".
	March 10:- Sunday; Once again circumstances have forced
me into secular work on the sabbath. Went to Ogden by
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early train and inspected the fracture in the tunnel at
the mouth of the Canyon. (See Jan. 26). Operations on 
a large scale have been carried on since my last visit,
and though reports of progress have been made to me from
time to time I had to see again for myself. The in-
specting and consultibng party today comprised:- State 
Engineer Gemmell; Ogden City Engineer Parker; The Com-
pany's&nbsp;Engineer, Hayward; Manager Wade; and myself.
I returned to the City by eveningb train.
	March 12;)) Left by evening Rio Grande Western train
for Denver. The purpose of my going is to fill a lec-
ture appointment under the auspices of the Denver Phil-
osophical Society.
	March 13;-- Day of travel. Interesting passages t
through the canyons of the Grand and the Arkansas; the
granite rocks are cut and gashed by veins. Between Sal-
ida and Denver the stratified rocks look like walls of 
masonry. Arrived in Denver at 9.15 p.m. and it being
too late to permit a call on the elders here stationed,
who by the way are not expecting me before tomorrow, I
went at once to the Brown Palace Hotel.
	March 14:-- Early call at the Church office. During
the day I met Elders J. A. McRae (presiding), Elias
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C. Jensen, C. Ashton, G.T. Holladay, and Elder Brimhall.
The brethren expressed themselves as somewhat concerned
over the probabilities of unfriendly demonstrations att
the lecture tonight as so many proofs of opposition
toward our people have shown themselves. Elder McRae
and I called upon Mr. Ernest Morris, Secretary of the 
Philosophical Society, and a very pleasant interview
resulted. Spent greater part of the day in business--
purchasing instruments for the University etc. In the
afternoon the elders and I met at the Church office
in the McPhee building and held a short prayer meet-
ing. The meetings of the Philosophical Society are
usually held in the "Ordinary" of the Brown Palace
Hotehl, but as the seating capacity there is small, the 
meeting for tonight has been set for the First Con)
gregatio<n>alist Church. According to the usual attend-
ance, the audience tonight was, I am told, a large one.
OmAdmission was by invitation ticket alone. The meeting
began shortly after 8 Pp.m. Dr. David Utter, Unitarian 
Minister here and froormerly of the same office ijn Salt
Lake City, presided. The subject upon which I came to 
speak is "The Philosophy of Mormonism". The appointment
was made several months ago, and came about in this
way: The Society was desirous of having lectures on
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the philosohphical bases of the several prominent sects,
and a request was made of President Snow that he send
a representative of our faith. The President appointed
me. My experience tonight was an interesting one. At
first the audience seemed cold and unresponsive; then
the people seemed to yield their sympathy, and on the 
whole I could not wish a more attentive congregation.
the close of the address discussion was called for
according to the rules of the Society. Two ministers,
Rev. Dr. Beche and Rev. Mr. Sykes had been appointed
to lead the discussion tonight. The first was absent
and the second respectfully declined, saying that he
was entirely unprepared to discuss the address. A gen-
eral discussion then followed and while there was the
freest possible expression odf opinions there was a vey
very friendly spirit manifested throughout. The ques-
tions asked were proper ones, and they were presente&nbsp;d
in a proper way. I had absolutely nothing to fight.
The principal questions were:-- How far does Mormonism
carry the doctrine of progression; do we believe that
God is actually a progressive Being? What proof is
there that death does not transform the character of
the soul so that a man may die a sinner and awake be-
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What is the present relation between the Mormon Church
organization and that of the State? What is the pre-
sent attitude of the Church toward the institution
of polygamy? 
	Dr. Utter, who while a resident of Salt Lake was very
bitter in his opposition against our people and who hs
has opposed our elders from his pulpit, proved to be 
a model chairman. He commented on parts of the lect
ture, and seemed unable to speak without saying some-
thing good of our people. I was amused at his seeming
impatience with himself for such remarks. One of the
Society members asked whether the lecturer was a rep-
resentative of the "Utah mMormons" or of the reorganiz-
ed church known as the "Josephites". The chairman
replied"The lecturer is from Utah of course; and he
represents the only Mormon Church there is; the "Jo-
sephites' are apostates and heretics". In commenting
on the characteristic tolerance of oufr Church Dr. Ut-
ter enlarged upon my brief mention of the persecutions
through which the people had passed, and said that the
tolerance professed by the Latter-day Saints was prob-
ably a result of what they had suffered, and added,
"If persecution bears such fruit I think it might be
of service here". After the lecture the brethren
went with me to the hotel for a visit. They appear
pleased with the result.
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March 15;--Took passage on morningb train for the
west. Stopped at Pueblo and spent the day in examin-
ing objects of interest. This is a centre for the ore
smelting business . Took room at the Morriss House--
a respectable furnished-room establishment.
	March 16:-- Early morning visit to geological ex-
posures in the locality. Took mid-day train for home.
	March 17: Sunday; Reached home at 10.30 a.m. and
found all well. Attended afternoon service in the As-
sembly Hall ; the meeting was held here on account of
repairs on the organ in the Tabernacle being in pro-
gress. Apostle F.M.Lyman, Elders W.H.King, and John
Nicholson, and myself were the speakers, in the reverse
of the order stated.
	March 19:-- Interview with the First Presidency for
the purpose of reporting on my visit to Denver.
	March 21:-- Delivered evening lecture in Second Ward
Hall, subject "The Holy Ghost". This meeting was one
of a series of ten arranged for by the ward authorities
for the purpose of presenting the first perinciples of
the Gospel to outsiders, to which class a special and
personal invitation has been given. The house was
crowded tonight and this has been the condition with
preceding lectures of the course.
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March 25:-- This day I received letters from my
friend Prof. James Geikie of Edinburgh and from the
Secretary of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society
informing me of my election as a Corresponding Member
of the Society named; the election occurred on Feb. 19.
	March 28:-- Meeting of the trustees of the Young
University, of whom I am one, to arrange for the trans-
fer of certain property.
	March 29;-- Meeting with the First Preseidency and
the Publication Committee relative to the issue of a
second edition of "The Articles of Faith". The first
edition has been practically exhausted for some time--
only a few copies in expensive bindings remaining.
	This evening I presided at the meeting of the Micro-
scopical Society of Utah, and delivered an address.
	March 31: Sunday;-- Observed as the montly fast day
owing to the fact that the first Sunday in April is
to be occupied by the annual conference of the Church.
Delivered address at the morning Prayer meeting in the
Temple. Attended forenoon fast meeting in Temple and
afternoon meeting in our ward. At the latter I assisted
in the ordinances of blessing children and confirming
members.  In the evening I lectured in Second Ward un-
der Mutual Improvement auspices on "A Jealous God".
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	April 5:-- Opening of the general conference of the
Church.
	April 6;-- Attended conference meetings, and before
morning sessions and after afternoon session, committee
meetings pertaining to the Pearl of Great Price publi-
cation. Priesthood meeting in the evening. Today for
the first time I heard the great organ in the taberna-
cle since its renovation. For some time changes on the 
great instrumen6t have been in progress, the purpose be-
ing to make its range commensurate with its size. I am
no musician, and perhaps <ought> not to venture an opinion, but
I cannot resist the impression that the changes have not
improved the quality of the tone. It has appeared to me
that our organ was chiefly famous on account of its tone
and now that it has been wrought upon it sounds to me
very like other great instruments to which I have listen-
ed, as those in Albert Hall and the Crystal Palace; but
heretofore it has sounded to me as no other instrument
ever did. But then I am so ignorant on matters musical
that I may be wholly mistaken; and if I am half way right
time perhaps may restore the quality I have so much en-
joyed, or develop other quality equally as good.

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1901.
	April 7: Sunday: Conference meetings. At noon I at-
tended the funeral of Brother Peter Hansen of the Second
Ward-- a neighbor of ours across the street. This brother
has been noted for his unassuming earnestness and devo-
tion to duty; he died suddenly a few days ago while en-
gaged in his usual labor, that of rock hauling,-- hard
work for a man of his advanced years. Bishop Iverson,
Bishop Jensen of Forest Dale, and myself were the speak-
ers at the funeral, in the reverse order. 
	April 12:-- This morning word reached the city that
President George Q. Cannon died in Monterey California
at 1.20 A.M. President Cannon has been failing in bodily
strength and health for a few years past; and during the
last two weeks he has been critically ill. He went to
the coast in the hope that change of climate and altitude
would improve his condition. Truly a great man has gone.
He has been First Counsellor in the First Presidency to
three Presidents-- John Taylor, Wilford Woordruff, and
Lorenzo Snow.
	April 17:-- Funeral services over the remains of Pres.
George Q. Cannon were held at noon today in the Taber-
nacle. The University suspended session at 11 a.m. and
the Faculty and Regents attended in a body; the students
also were present in an organized capacity.  President 
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Cannon served the University efficiently as Regent or a
as Chancellor for over twenty years. Most of the im-
portanyt Church organizations were represented at the
services today; and the attendance taxed the seating
capacity of the great auditorium to its utmost. The 
speakers were Apostles George Teasdale, Heber J. Grant,
John Henry Smith, and John W. Taylor; Elder George H.
Brimhall, President Joseph F. Smith; and President
Snow by proxy-- owing to his ill health he previously
wrote a short address which was read by his son Leroy.
	April 19: Evening meeting at the Assembly Hall on
the occasion of Temperance Lectures by Miss Florence
Marcutt of Australia and Dr. Alice Seabrook of Phil-
adelphia. The meeting was held under the auspices of
the M.I.A. By prior request I officiated in offering
the invocation, and then delivered a short address
after the ladies had spoken. Bro. B.F.Grant followed
with a short address.
	April 20: Went to Provo to visit the folks and to
attend to matter of business. Found the family in 
a fair state of health. Returned home same day.
	April 28; Sunday:--, With the father I officiated
in blessing an infant-- Talmage Brinton Burbidge, son
of George E. Burbidge and Minnie Brinton Burbidge,
born April 12th last.  I appreciate the compliment of
the name, and hope the little one will not feel that
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an unfair advantage was taken of his infancy and help-
lessness.
	May 1:-- Went to Provo by evening train and lectured
at the Brigham Young Academy under the auspices of the
Parents' Class on "Childhood and Youth". Spent the
night with the folks.
	May. 2: Returned home by morning train.
	May 4: According to the Weather Bureau records
Utah has received during the last three days the heav-
iest continuous rain yet chronicled. The storm began
near 9 a.m. Thursday the 2nd inst, and while for a time
violent, it was generally a steady rain. Between the
time stated and 10 p.m. yesterday (36 hours) the rain
gauge showed 3.34 inches; and today it is officially
reported that over 4 inches fell before the downpour
ceased. The rain was general over Utah and surround-
ing parts, and will be the means of great good.
	May 5; Sunday: Usual meetings. At the Temple Fast
Meeting in the morning I was one of a number of speak-
ers. Afternoon session of the Committee with whom I
confer on the revision of "The Articles of Faith" soon
to be put to press for a second edition.

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UTAH'S HEAVIEST RAIN

Precipitation of the Past Two Days the Greatest Known
	Since Establishment of Weather Bureau Here.

[Column 1]
Total precipitation during
	the storm up to 10
	o'clock last night . . . . . . 3.34 inches
Precipitation for twenty-
	four hours ended at 6
	o'clock last night . . . . . . 2.65 inches
Previous record for twen-
	ty-four hours (June 5,
	1885) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 inches

	The rain record for Salt Lake and
Utah has been broken by the unpre-
cedented storm which has prevailed
for the last two days and a large part
of the Rocky mountain region has
been given a thorough drenching. The
rainfall since the storm began at 8:20
Thursday morning had reached a total
of 3.34 inches at 10 o'clock last night,
and Section Director Murdoch of the
weather bureau said that from the
way the rain was coming down he
believed the total would reach at least
3.75 inches, and possibly four inches
before the end of the storm, which is
expected to occur some time this morn-
ing. There has been no such rainfall
in the State since the beginning of the
records, the nearest approach to it
having been on June 5, 1885, when two
inches of rain fell between 3:30 a. m.
and 6:35 p. m.
	The record of the regulation hours
of computing rainfall, that is the
twenty-four hours from 6 p. m. to
6 p. m., showed 2.65 inches for yes-
terday, which breaks the record by
.65 inch. The storm center has been
stationary on the Rocky mountain
slope.
	STORM WAS GENERAL.
	That the storm has been general is
evidenced not only by the regular
weather reports received at the Salt
Lake office of the weather bureau, but
from the reports of the railroads and
travelers arriving from different points.
The railroads were in straits yester-
day on account of trouble with the
wires. The Short Line's wires south of
this city were reported as all down for
a good part of the day, and connec-
tion with the north was not regular.
But reports that did get through gave
plenty of rain and wet snow to the
south, with rain in southern Idaho and
snow and rain in southern and west-
ern Wyoming. The Rio Grande West-
ern dispatcher's office was troubled
with bad wires all day, so that only
occasional messages could get through.
These reported rain all over the val-
leys, with snow in the mountains along
the line of the road. The fall was gen-
eral over the Green River desert, the
precipitation at Grand Junction yes-
terday morning having been nearly one
inch. Yesterday's weather map showed
a .12 inch fall at Winnemucca, .10 inch
at Santa Fe, .40 inch at Pocatello, .64
inch at Helena, and .08 inch at Miles
City. The range of the storm included
most of Texas and up through Illi-
nois, the rainfall at Chicago being .14
inch. The temperatures ranged mod-
erately high, and the wind in this city
reached 22 miles an hour at odd times.
	There was general interest in the
storm in this city yesterday, especially
after 10 a. m., when the weather bu-
reau sent out the bulletin that the
rainfall for the twenty-four hours end-
ing at that time was 2.44 inches, the
heaviest twenty-four hours' precipita-
tion that has occurred here since 1875,

[Column 2]
when the records began. The weather
office in the Dooly block was besieged
all day by inquirers, and the ring of
the telephone bell was heard all the
day long. Section Director Murdoch
and his assistants were on the jump
most of the day overhauling records
and answering countless questions, but
they replied to all queries with good
nature, and did not appear to be dis-
turbed at all.
	OTHER BIG RAINS.
	Mr. Murdoch published in connection
with yesterday's weather map a sched-
ule of some of the heaviest twenty-
four-hour rainfalls in Salt Lake City.
The statistics are as follows:
	0.62, 1888—January 4th.
	1.32, 1883—February 4th.
	1.17, 1874—March 30th.
	1.40, 1882—April 6th.
	1.33, 1886—April 7th, 8th.
	1.35, 1876—May 17th.
	1.35, 1896—June 29th, 30th.
	2.00, 1885—June 5th.
	0.77, 1893—July 23rd.
	1.04, 1898—August 29th, 30th.
	1.84, 1886—September 1st, 2nd.
	1.39, 1878—September 30th.
	1.01, 1886—October 18th, 19th.
	1.56, 1875—November 18th.
	1.38, 1888—December 14th, 15th.
	The normal precipitation at Salt Lake
City for May is 1.72 inches, and the
heaviest May precipitation was 4.30
inches, in 1876, the May precipitation
in 1898 being 4.19 inches.
	STORY OF THE STORM.
	The history of the storm is as fol-
lows: The barometric pressure began
to fall at this point on the morning of
April 27th, and on the morning of April
28th a storm of considerable energy
was noted on the Washington coast. On
the 29th the storm area had stretched
over the northwest coast, and in the
next twenty-four hours made rapid
progress, reaching Montana and Wyo-
ming on the 30th. Rain struck the
southwest part of this State May 1st,
and began falling in this city at 8:20 a.
m., May 2nd. The storm center passed
over Salt Lake Tuesday night, but it is
a peculiarity of this immediate region
that the heaviest precipitation follows
the passage of the storm center, while
in some other localities the heaviest
precipitation precedes the passage of
the storm center.
	When asked for scientific reasons for
the occurrence of such a storm, Sec-
tion Director Murdoch said that an at-
tempt to answer would be largely spec-
ulative, as the upper air currents often
change and assume conditions for
which no satisfactory reasons can be
assigned, owing to the currents being
beyond the reach of the instruments of
the weather bureau. So until the up-
per air currents can be reached by
some kite-flying apparatus for analy-
sis at critical moments, deductions
from probable conditions will have to
be relied upon.
	ON GREEN RIVER DESERT.
	At a late hour last night it was
learned that it was raining hard all
over the Green River desert. The
rain has made it necessary to run
slow on the railroads, owing to soften-
ing of roadbeds. The train from San
Francisco, due yesterday afternoon,
did not arrive until late in the evening,
and the evening train from the west
was four hours late. The Rio Grande
10:55 p. m. train of last night was over
two hours late and the trains from
the north and from the east over the
Union Pacific were belated.

[The following is written in red ink over the newspaper clippings]
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	May 10:  Completed revision of "The Articles of Faihth"
and submitted "Copy" for publication. The changes from
the first issue are few.
	May 11:  Field trip with the Geology classes.
	May 12; Sunday:  Morning Prayer Circle in Tample,-- I
officiated in the opening invocation, and by call de-
livered an address. At the afternoon Tabernavcle servi-
ces, Pres. Seymour B. Young and I addressed the congre-
gation in the reverse of the order stated. In the even-
ing at the Second Ward meeting Elders Herbert White and
George Bowles and myself addressed the people.
	May 14: On leave of absence from the University I went
today as one of a party of investigators to Antelope Is-
land. The journey was undertaken at the instance of the
Union Pacific Railroad Co.-- party to a case now in the
Land Office courts. The party consisted of Messrs White-
--(one of the chief owners of the land in dispute), Brown
(Engineer and Surveyor), Colbath, Harkness, and Gundry
(practical mining men), and myself as geologist. Made
early start and drove over the sand and through the water
(nowhere more than 9 inches deep) to the island. Made
headquarters at the White ranch. In afternoon we proceed
ed to the west side of the island, and spent time in ex-
amining alleged mining property. Returned to ranch at
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night. Observed a beautiful and very unusual phenom-
enon on the return journey. We were descending the slop
<slopes> toward the lake shore on the eastern side of the island;
storm clouds were gathering in the west and south though
the sun was not obscured. A heavy wind was setting in
toward the east, and water and mud from the lake sur-
face and bottom were gathered up and drifted toqward
the mainland. The wind struck a flat of dry oolitic
sand jsut off the south-east part of the island;-- we
knew the flat to be of this description for we had
crossed it this morning and I had examined the sand.
A column of the sand spherules was carried up, and
then there appeared a brilliant "sand bow" -- analogous
to a rainbow, but it was clear that no rain was fal-
ling at the spot or anywhere within the range of visinon
in that direction. The bow was not complete, indeed
the appearance was that of a coloumn showing all the 
prismatic colors, and in width fully three times the
apparent width of an ordinary rain-bow. A fainter
column of color corresponding to the secondary bow
wads clearly seen. It appears that the spherules of
oolitic sand-- ooliths-- which were polished to a pear-
ly lustre, reflected the light from their outer surface
ces so as to produce the specturm colors. I have not
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heard of a similar phenomenon reported. The conditions
for producing such are unusual.
	May 15: Early return to the west side of the island
where we continued the examination of  mining claims. In
the afternoon we returned to the arnch <ranch>, thence home.
	May 18: Spent the whole day in the field with the
geology classes. This was our,annual trip to the Cot-
tonwood canyons. Reached home at 8.30 p.m. I travelled
horseback. Over 60 persons took part in the trip.
	May 19; Sunday:-- At the evening sacrament meeting
in the First Ward, Elder Scott W. Anderson and I offi-
ciated as Home Missionaries.
	May 21; From 9 to 12, and from 3 to 4 o'clock I was
engaged with the attorneys in the Land Office Court in
the case of Pollard vs. Union Pacific Railway Co. This
is a protest case against the issuance of United States
patent to certain land recorded as agricultural, the
claim being that the land was mineral rather than agri-
cultural. Conducted classes between noon and 3p/m/.
	May 22: On witness stand in the above mentioned case
until noon. Then went to the Temple and took part with
Father, Mother, Albert, Alice, Sarah, and Mary in certain
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ordinance work. By special direction of the Faculty, to 
accommodate students in an appointed function, several
morning classes were postponed until afternoon for this
day. This arrangement enabled me to be present in the 
Temple. 
	May 25: Prodceeded by morning train to Mammoth (Tintic
Mining District). There according to appointment I was 
joined by Mr. John McClosky. We drove to West Tintic
where I examined a clay deposit, supposed to be a fire
clay. Returned to Mammoth at night. I took quarters at 
the Hotel Mammoth. 
	May 26: Sunday: Returned home. Owing to special Church
appointments for next Sabbath-- the regular Fast Day--
this day was so observed by direction of the First Pres-
idency. At the evening meeting in the Second Ward, 
three of our little family appeared on the program; Elsie
and Paul were among the singers, and Sterling delivereda Book of Mormon address. 
	May 27: Attended "Commencement exercises" at the 
Salt Lake Theatre incident to the close of the school 
year in the Salt Lake County schools. I delivered the
address to the graduates by previous appointment. 
	May 29: On witness stand both morning and afternoon
in the Land Office Court in the case before mentioned.
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	May 30: -- Memorial Day: -- By agreement I went to Amer-
ican Fork at the instance of the presidency of the Alpine
Stake and addressed the people at an afternoon meeting;
subject:-- Death and the Resurrection. Before the meet-
ing President S.L. Chipman and I drove to American Fork
canyon to afford me means of observing certain geologi-
cal structures. The meeting was largely attended. 
Returned home by evening train. Wife and children visit-
ed our little grave in the cemetery.
	May 31:-- When I submitted manuscript for the "Arti-
cles of Faith", the book that I had prepared in response
to the appointment of the First Presidency, I asked no
royalty on the sales or other pecuniary return; indeed 
I felt honored in being able to do that little for the
good of the Church. There was some hesitation on the
part of the First Presidency in accepting the gift, 
partly owing to a request of mine that the book be sold
strictly at cost, and partly because of Pres. Snow's 
statement that a proper payment ought to be made. The 
first edition of 10500 copies has been sold, and copy 
for a second issue is now in the hands of the electro-
typers. (See entry for 10th inst.) Several times I have 
been called into conference with the publication com-
mittee and with the Presidency relative to the transfer 
of my copyright to the Church; this the authorities
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desire, and for the same the Presidency declare a pay-
ment ought to be made. The brethren have urged the mat-
ter with such kindness that I could not well do other-
wise than express acquiescence. I was asked to name a 
sum that would be satisfactory; this I declined to do, 
saying that I had offered the work as a gift. Pres. 
Snow replied that it had been accepted as a gift, but 
they desired to make me a present in return. To day
Pres. Snow informed me of the decision reached, and I 
was handed a check for Fifteen Hundred Dollars. I made 
the legal transfer of copyright to the work, and assigned
all claims incident to the first edition.
	June 1:-- This day is the centennial anniversary of 
the boirth of President Brigham Young. A celebration had 
been arranged, and an elaborate program wqas carried out. 
An artillery salute of 100 guns was fired this morning; 
the statue on East Temple Street was decorated with flags
and flowers, and banners and bunting were displayed all 
over the city. The principal exercises of a formal char-
acter were carried out at Saltair, commencing at 3.30 p.m.
There were musical renditions and addresses. The speak-
ers were as follow in the order of their addresses: 
Governor Heber M. Wells, myself, Chief Justice Baskin, 
and Apostle Heber J. Grant. Festivities continued dur-
ing the afternoon and evening.
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	June 3:-- Today a business transaction was consummated
by which we become the owners of a house and lot on First
street near Q Street. For some time past Wife and I have
been contemplating such a purchase, for removal or chang-
es in our present home seemed necessary to meet the re-
quirements of our growing family. We had practically de-
cided to build, but reconsidered on finding the <First St.> house,
now our own, fairly suitable. The residence is a new one;
in fact it is not entirely finished as to fittings etc.
We prefer to bput the finishing touches     ourselves.To-
day the deed was recorded, thus passing the title from
the former owner-- Rachel McMaster Jr., to myself. The
price specified by the seller is $5000; the amount ac-
tually paid was $4750. To my dislaike there is a mort-
gage on the property amounting to $2000 drawing interest
at 7% per year; this I have assumed as part of the pur-
chase price since the holder of the mortgage is not with-
in reach, and therefore the incumbrance cannot be lifted.
The mortgage is to be paid as soon as the holder thereof
can be reached, and the transfer effected.
	June 4: F During the last few weeks I have been asked
by many friends to become a candidate for the position
of City Superintendent of Public Schools in Salt Lake
City. The present incumbent of the office is soon to
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leave the State, and there is a strong public sentiment
in favor of placing a Utah man in the office. I have
answered all suggestions of the sort with the statement
that the position would be distasteful to me, and my
taking it would be a seroious interruption to my profes-
sional work. True the salary now paid id<s> larger than
my present salary; but that is a small matter in com-
parison with other considerations. Today I was inter-
viewed on the subject by the president of the City Board
of Education, and was told that my election was assured
if I would accept. Tonight at the reception given in the
Bee Hive House under Improvement Association auspices,
President Snow asked my wishes in the matter, assuring me
that if I desired to accept I may be honorably released
from my present position in/the University-- a position
to which the Presidency of the Church nominates the man
under the provisions of the contract by which the chair
of Geology was endowed. On learning my wishes the Pres-
ident expressed himself as pleased and stated that I wo
would not be asked to make the change.
	June 5:-- Went to Ogden by evening train and filled an
appointment as a speaker on the program of the Weber
Stake Academy commencement exercises. Put up for the
night at the Reed Hotel.
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	June 6: Returned home by morning train.
	June 7: Attended Commencement Exercises of the City
High School at the Theatre, and by appointment officia-
ted in offering the benediction.
	June 9: Sunday: Attended funeral services over the
remains of Brother Stephen Tucker of our Ward. The
speakers were Elder Wm. H. King, Pres. Angus M. Cannon,
and myself. 
	June 12: Left home by 11 p.m. train for Albion, Idaho,
where I am to take part in the closing exercises of the
State Normal School.
	June 13: Left train at Minidoka, 8 a.m. and took pas-
sage by stage. Arrived at Albion 4.30 p.m. Quarters preo-
vided at private residence (Mrs Elliott) near the hotel.
Attended afternoon reception to Faculty and students;
dined by invitation with the Rev. Mr Haley and wife of
the Methodist Church. At the evening meeting I deliver-
ed the baccalaureate address. Pleasant meeting with
friends and officers. 
	June 14: Afternoon stage to Minidoka (30 miles); then
took midnight train for home. This is the thirteenth
anniversary of our wedding day. May the coming years be
as pleasant as have been the past period of married life.
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	June 19: Commencement exercises marking the close of
the University year.
	June 20: Spent day in Little Cottonwood canyon, near
Alta, in company with Mr. Geporge Holliaday. The purpose
of our journety was that of examining certain mining
properties at the instance of Judge LeGrand Young.
	June 23: Sunday; Addressed the evening sacrament meet-
ing in Second Ward. This probably is the last sabbath
of our residence in this Ward, as according to present
plans we shall maove to our new home during the coming
week.
	June 25: A day of disturbed conditions. Moved our
effects to the new residence on First Street No. 970.
	June 27: Witnessed the marriage of our cousin,
Florence Talmage Rawlinsojn (daughter of Father's sis-
ter, our Aunt Elizabeth Rawlinson of San Francisco).
The ceremony was performed in the Temple, and the hus-
band is Charles Hill of Wellington, Carbon County, Utah.
	June 30: Sunday: Officiated at the morning Prayer
Circle in the Temple. At the evening meeting in the
Twenty-first Warsd, self, Wife, and children were re-
ceived as members of the Ward. Elder Ezra Stevenson
and I officiated as Home Missionaries in 21st Ward.
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ing the marriage ceremony uniting Dr. Claudius Gates
and Miss Lyle E. Young. The bride is a former student
of mine and the daughter of our friend Hyrum S. Young.
Immediately afeter the ceremony I left for the station
and there, accodrding to prior appointment, met Mr. Geo.
Holladay, and together we took train for Thompson's
Springs, Carbon County. We go to examine certain min-
ing claims said to be phenomenally rich in manganese.
	July 3: Left train at Thompson's Springs at 5a.m.
--an hour late. Soon thereafter we started on the Moab
road toward the La Sal desert. We began the jounrney
in covered buggy accompanied by Mr. Ladd, -- a repre-
sentative of a Colorado iron establishment, and the
driver --one of the employes of Mr. Lester Taylor--
the owner of the properties. After them examination
we returned to the road and proceeded to Lower Court
House spring, where we found saddle horses awaiting 
us. Holladay and I, guided by Taylor's man whose
name I did not learn, started across the desert and
reached the Taylor cattle camp ,, arriving about 8p.m.
and there we spent the night.
	July 4;  Independence Day: Early start from camp.
Holladay and I were accompanied by gGeorge Taylor. We
visited a number of claims owned by the Taylors, and 
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then, leaving our guide, Holliday and self started acr
across the desert toward the railway line. Reached
Thompson's Springs by 3.15 Tthrough hard riding, and
the train being late we were enabled to take passage
to Price. Took quarters for the night at the Hotel
Clarke.
	July 5: Rose at 3.30 and soon thereafter were in
the saddle. Our early start was partluy due to our
desire to catch morning train, but more particularly
on account on Holladay's belief that men are watching
our movements to learn the location of the mining
property we are to examine innthis vicinity. We left
the road and travelled pacross country", hastily made
our collections and returned by way of Wellington.
Here I roused the household of our newly-wedded cousin
Florence, and spent a few minutes in greetings. Then
we galloped to Price arriving by 7 o'cloxck. A very
good twenty-mile rixde before breakfast. Took early
train westward. Mr. Holladay proceeded at once to
Salt Lake City, I stopped over at Proveo and visited
the folks until afternoon train, then went home. The
folks are preparing to move into a home I have recent-
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July 11: Bishop Edw. Ashton and I proceeded by evening
train to Mammoth, Tintic, for the purpose of making ex-
aminations as to the boundaries of certain fire-clay
deposits. Took rooms at the Mammoth Hotel.
	July 12: Early start, accompanied by Messrs. McClos-
ky and Evans, part owners of the claims in question.
Proceeded to West Tintic by team, and spent the greater
part of the day in the examinations required. Returned
to the hotel at nihght.
	July 13: Returned to Salt Lake City, and attended
a meeting of the parties interested in the clays.
	July 14: Sunday: Attended High Priests' meeting in 
the morning; Pres. Angus M. Cannon, Bishop Whitney, and
I were the speakers. At the afternoon tabernacle ser-
vices the vast building was filled owing to the fact
that thousands of members of the "Epworth League"-- a
Methodist endeavor society,-- were in the city, on the
way to an international gathering of the League in
California. Mrs May Wright Sewall, a prominent worker
in the"Woman's Cause" and the president of the Inter-
national Council of Women, addressed the audience on
the subject "Internationalism". I was then called to
the stand and <was> requested to occupy the rem<a>inder of the
time. I confess to a peculiar experience. In my pub
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public addresses I am seldom denunciatory--i.e.accord-
ing to my own judgment, but today I was conscious of
an influence which led me to criticize severely that
class of so-called ministers of the gospel who preach
for hire and divine for dollars; and moreover I insist-
ed that the persecution to which this Church was subjec-
ted was largely instigated by that same class.  I was
then led to criticise the false claims to authority in
the ministry. At the close of the meeting I asked the
presiding officers as to the propriety of my remarks,
and was assured by all--Apostle Young, the Stake Pres-
idency and others, that I had been governed by the true
Spirit, and that the address was suited to the occasion.
	In the eveningn Elder Frederick Brain and I officia-
ted as Home Missionaries in the 17th Ward.
	July 16: The "Tribune" treated me today to one of
its scurrilous attacks by cartoon and editorial mention
This is an additional assurance that my remarks on Sun-
day were rightly inspired. For some time past the pa-
per named has been very respectful in its mention of
mympublic work; and I have sometimes thought that I
must be guilty of something grossly wrong to permit <inspire>
such seeming kindness. I am somewhat comforted and as-
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July 16, (continued): This evening we were treated to
a partial surprise and a pleasant visit at the hands of
our former co-laborers as members of the Second Ward.
The Bishop and many of the ward members called upon us
and gave us a very pleasant evening as a mark of their
good feeling. Sister Talmage was presented with a fine
potted plant and jardiniere. We are grateful for the
esteem of our friends however undesrerved on our part.
	July 21; Sunday;-- Addressed evening meeting in the
21st Ward by call of the Bishop. Took passage by the
11 p.m.train for Boise, Idaho, where I am to attend the
4th session of the International Mining Congress, as a
Utah State Delaegate.
	July 22: Arrived at Boise City at 3/p.m. Took room
previously engaged at the Capitol Hotel.
	July 23: Congress opened at the Columbia Theatre. The
morning meeting was mostly taken up with the formalities
of opening and organization. Addresses of welcome were
made by the Governor of Idaho, the Mayor and the ex-
Mayor of Boise, and by U.S.Senator Dubois from Idaho.
Responses by Mr. Shaffner for the East, myself for the
intermountain region, and Mr. Ewing for the West. In
the afternoon committees were appointed; I was placed
on the committee on permanent organization. The after
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noon meeting was partly devoted to the reading of spe-
cial papers. I took my part as previouslynassigned by
presenting a paper on the "Geology of Utah". In the
evening attended a reception given by the state and city
officials and others.
	July 24: Pioneer Day at home. Attended sessions of th
the Congress and committee or special meetings before
between and after the regular sessions. Visited the
mineral exhibit at the State House. Owing to my other
duties I resolved to leave today, so took evening train
for Butte, Montana.
	July 25: Reached Butte in evening; took room at the
St. James hotel. Visited the display of minerals and
mineral products in connection with the carnival now
in progress here.
	July 26: Visited mineral exhibits and other things
of interest. Called at Church headquarters and met the
only elders stationed here-- Elders Romwell and Green-
well, both of Ogden. They appear somewhat discouraged
over lack of interest among the people. Took night tr
train for home.
	July 27; Arrived home 10 a.m.; found all well.

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July 28: Sunday; Visited by Professor A.C.Lawson in
charge of the department of Geology in the University
of California.

	July 31: Accompanied Professor Lawson and his party
of ou four to Little Cottonwood Canyon on geological
examination.

	August 2: In company with a Mr. Raleigh I left by
afternoon train for Green River, with the plan of pro-
ceeding thence to San Juan county to examine certain
mining properties. A telegram reached me on the train
from Judge LeGrand Young at whose instance the journey
is undertaken, informing us of difficulties reported
from Green River. We went on to Price and received
report from George Holladay who had gone ahead to ar-
range,for conveyances for the desert journey; this was
to the effect that the plan is impracticable owing to
the scarcity of water on the desert; and moreover that
the property is not desirable even though it prove a
valuable deposit of mineral owing to the great expense
of hauling the ore to a shipping point.  We all took
quarters for the night at the Hotel Clarke.

	Aug. 2: Raleigh returned home by morning train; Hol-
laday and I remained and spent the greater part of the
day examining the formations near Price. Took even-
ing train for home, but were delayed by a land slide.
The train was held at Helper for ten hours.

Aug. 2; Sunday; Train due here last night arrived at
9.35 this morning. Attended afternoon Fast Meeting in
the 21st Ward, and officiated in opening prayer and in
the addresses.

	August 7:  Delivered the address at the funeral ser-
vices over the remains of the infant son of Brother and
Sister Edwin E. Wilcox. Services weere held in the late
afternoon at the residence of the mothers parents--
Bishop and Sister R. T. Burton. This isn the third
young child of the family to be laid away, and each
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	August 8: Left home by afternoon train to fill ap-
pointments in Uinta County. Was joined by Brother Ed-
win Evans of the University instructing corps who is on
a simailar errand. We proceeded to Price and there took
quarters at the Clarke Hotel for the night.

	Aug. 9: Left Price by morning stage for Vernal. Reached
Smith's Wells a few minutes before midnight.

	Aug. 10: Were aroused between 4 and 5 a.m. and immedi-
ately resumed stage journey. Arrived at Vernal at 4.30
p.m., and took rooms at Noe's hotel.

	Aug. 11: Sunday; Attended Sunday School; I addressed
the Theology class, and Bro. Evans and I addressed the
school in its assembled capacity. At the afternoon sa-
crament meeting we spoke tocthe congregation in turn. In
the evening I delivered a lecture under the Improvement
Association auspices, on "What's in a name?"

	Aug. 12: The Uinta County Summer Institute opened with
a large attendqance. The program provides for a morning
and an afternoon session, at which Evans and I deliver
lectures and conduct classes. My subjects are "Domestic
Science" mornings, and "Natural Science" afternoons, the
text books of my own writing being followed. Bro. Evans
treats the subject of "Art". By request and cordial in-
vitation we left the hotel, Bro. Evans taking up his
abode at the home of Bro. Francis M. Young, principal of
the Central School, and I returning to my last year's
stopping place-- the hospitable home of Bro. N. G. Sowards
the County Superintendent.

	Aug. 14: Yesterday and today the regular sessions have
been held, with visits to places of interest before, be-
tween, and after the meetings. This evening I lectured
at the Stake House under public school auspices on "Likes
and Dislikes".

	Aug. 15: In the evening a pleasant we were the honored
guests at a very pleasing entertainment tendered by Bro.
and Sister Winder and several of the Calder family at the
home of Brother Hyrum Calder. A large proportion of the
party were among my students, stu dents-in-law, or grand-
students.
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	Aug. 16: Closing day of the Institute. My lectures to-
day were on special topics by request:  "The study and
use of English" and "Geography".
At 4 p.m. I bade adieu to our good friends, leaving Bro.
Evans whose plans for returning are not yet complete. Ac-
cording to plan I left with a party on the Rock Springs
road crossing the Uinta mountains with the intention of
examining certain mining properties on the way. The com-
pany includes Peter <Hanson> Hansonan and twelve year old son;
Leslie Ashton and his boy; W.D.Mundy, and John Thompson.
We camped for the night on Brush Creek. We travel with
two wagons.

	Aug. 17: On the road by 6 a.m. Halted in the early
afternoon at the head of Sear's Canyon; then proceeded
to the Green River, forded the stream, and camped on the
bank. We are now in Brown's Park-- a region rendered
notorious by the numerous outlaws and renegades whose
stroghold it has long been.

	Aug. 178: Sunday: Having failed to realize our plan of
reaching our destination yesterday we rese<u>med the jour-
ney this morning. Halted at the home of John Jarvie.
This man is well known among all who travel in these
parts, and I heard much of him before I left Vernal. He
is possessed of striking appearance, abundant hair and
beard completely gray, almost snow-white indeed; and he
lives the life of an active hermit. His favorite theme
of study is geology, and he has many theories respecting
the history of the immedaite region and of the earth in
general. Many of his conceptions are surely opposed to
fact; but he is an original thinker and a most enthu-
siastic worker.
 By noon we reached one of the properties to be examined
in Jesse Ewing canyon.  Today we were joined by two other
men of the interested parties-- Wm. Bingham and Alfred
Johnson, both of Vernal.

	Aug. 19: Entire day spent in examination of the min-
ing claims.

	Aug. 20: Until late afternoon I was occupied in a fur-
ther examination of the mining properties. Bingham and
Johnson returned; the rest of us broke camp and plroceeded
through Jesse Ewing canyon, thence through Clay Basin to
Red Creek canyon where we stopped for the night.

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	August 21: Early morning visits to mining claims near
the head of lower Red Creek canyon. Then we moved down
the canyon and devoted the rest of the day to the exam-
ination of other mining properties. After dusk we drove
on to "Jarvie's"--- a common stopping place for all trav-
ellers in this section. The venerable old gentleman was
abed when he heard our wagons appoaching his cabin, but
he was with us before the horses were unhitched, and
kept up a running fire of interesting talk until nearly
midnight. The natural beauty of this night I shall
long remember. Moonlight on the river, towering hills
which in the dim light assumed the proportions of lofty
mountains, an unusually clear atmosphere, and the desert
silence, all combined to produce an impressive effect.

   Aug. 22: At 7 a.m. Messrs Hanson, Ashton, and Mundy,
with the two boys, started on their return journey to
Vernal leaving Thompson and myself to go on to Rock
Springs. At Friend Jarvie's earnest request I spent a
couple of hours with him on the hills, principally on
certain mining claims of his. Brother Thompson and I
retraced our course through Red Creek canyon, then went
on by the Brown ranches, and camped for the night by
a spring about 35 miles from Jarvie's.

   Aug. 23: Reached Rock Springs about 3 p.m. I took
temporary quarters at the Commercial Hotel and there
enjoyed a much needed renovation in body and attire.
Took passage by the 9.20 p.m. train for Salt Lake.

   Aug. 24: Arrived at the house at 7 a.m. and found it
untenanted. Maia and the children (excepting Sterling)
are away on a visit. Reached Sterling by telephone and
learned of his well-being. During the evening I reache<d>
Maia by telephone, and, thanks to present facilities of
electric communication, enjoyed a conversation with her
andmwith our son Karl though we were separated by a dis-
tance of 40 miles.

   Aug. 25; Sunday; At the morning Prayer meeting in the
Temple I delivered an address by call[-]of the president.
Since my return I have been amused by comments of friend<s>
regarding a discussion recently held by the Presbyter-
ian Teachers' n Convention in this city. It appears that
some of our Church writers and speakers have been sever
criticised for alleged illiberality, and that I have
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enemy is sometimes unfavorably significant; and I have
been told to look to my own standing among our people.
The principal point of discussion has been on the mater-
iality of the Holy Ghost; and the use of the pronoun
"it" by our writers in referring to the third Person-
age of the Godhead has been condemned. It is strange
indeed that our Church should be charged with teach-
ing the false doctrine of anm impersonal Godhead, when
the opposite doctrine has been so long a principal dif-
ference between the Church and sectarians who have so
tenaciously held to the impossible god without body,
parts, or passions. This kind of attack is in line
with the persecution of ages;-- the Christ was condemned
for blasphemy, when He was the one being to whom the
crime of blasphemy was impossible; and the Latter-day
Saints have been charged with sins of lust when they
of all people are most strict in enforcing the require-
ments of sexual purity. It is well that our traducers
find it possible to attack only the virtues of the peo-
ple; and that the doctrines to be assailed are those
that embody the greatest truths.

   September 2: Labor Day-- a public holiday. Left home
by evening train for Milford.

September 3: Arrived at Milford 5 a.m. Joined Brother
Oscar Hardy of Salt Lake, and Bro. Burns of Milford, the
latter a former student of mine; together we traveled by
team to certain mining claims in the Star District. The
entire day was devoted to the examination. Returned to
Milford after nightfall. Took 11 p.m. train northward.

Sept. 4; Arrived home 10 a.m.
   
   Sept. 6: This afternoon our city in common with the na-
tion in general was shocked at the news of the shooting
of the President of the United States, William McKinley
while he was holding a reception in connection with his
visit to the Pan American Exposition at Buffalo, N.Y.
The dastardly crime was committed by one Czolgolz, a
self-acknowledged anarchist. At first the word was re-
ceived that the wound was surely a fatal one; but later
word told of the possible recovery of the President.
The assassin claims to have been driven to his deed by
the utterances of certain anarchists in lectures. Our l
laws are lax in making possible the general and public
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	Sept. 8: Sunday: Salt Lake Stake conference. At the
meetings, and at prayer gatherings in the Temple, sup-
plications were offered asking the Divine protection ove
over the President of the nation, and that his life be
spared.

	Sept. 9: The official bulletins relative to the Pres-
ident's condition speak of the strong probability of his
recovery; indeed the attending physicians and surgeons
state that barring unforeseen complications his recovery
is assured.
Sept. 13: Left by evening train in company with Brother
Oscar Hardy, and proceeded to Juab, arriving at 11 p.m.
Took rooms at the Railroad hotel. This afternoon news
of the very serious condition of President McKinley
reached the city; indeed the telegraphic despatches an-
nounced his death, and immediately the city went intoo
mourning; courts were adjourned and flags were half-mas-
ted. Later the word arrived that the President still
lived though he was sinking rapidly. The first word of
the unfavorable turn arrived yesterday morning.

	Sept. 14:-- The President's death is announced as hav-
ing occurred this morning soon after five o' clock. The 
nation weeps. 
	Bro. Hardy and I took horses early and rode to the
Iron Duke mining claims, where the day was spent in ex-
aminations. Returned to the hotel at Juab/after dark.

	Sept. 15: Sunday. Took 5.30 a.m. train and returned
home.

	Sept. 16: Opening day at the University.

	[-]Sept. 18: Officiated at marriage ceremony uniting Bro.
Eddie E. Rich and Miss Annie M. Smith.

Sept: 19: Public holiday and day of mourning; so pro-
claimed the President of the nation-- Theodore Roose-
velt, by the Governor of the State and by the Mayor of 
the City, and recommended by the President of the Church.
Public services at the tabernacle, beginning at 11 a.m.
Bishop O. F. Whitney delivered the address,, I offered the
opening prayer, and Apostle A. H. Lund pronounced the ben-
ediction. The musical exercises were special and appro-
priate. This is the day of the President's funeral. A
very large audience gathered at the services in the tab-
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	September 21:-- Thirty-nine years old today. 

	Sept. 28:-- Part of the day was spent at the Lake in 
collecting samples of the brine for analysis.

	Sept. 29: Sunday:-- Wife's birthday; she completes 
her thirty-third year of life today.  This day has 
been designated as the monthly fast-day owing to the 
fact that the first Sunday in October will be occupied
by the General Conference. Wife and I attended morning
fast-day services in the Temple. President Snow was 
present though in poor health. He made a short address
of convincing power. 
In the evening I lectured in the Nineteenth Ward under
Mutual Improvement auspices on "What's in a Name?"

	October 5:The General semi-annual Conference of the
Church began yesterday. I attended this day's sessions 
including the evening Priesthood Meeting. 

	Oct. 6; Sunday. Conference meetings forenoon and af-
ternoon. President Snow was present at the latter ses-
sion,&nbsp;though he is ill from a recent cold. He began 
to speak in a very feeble manner but soon was able to 
talk so that all could hear. His theme was principally 
the responsibility of local presiding officers; these 
he said were to assume the burden of their charges and
not expect the Apostles to do their work. The vacancy
in the First Presidency was filled by President Snow's 
selection of Apostle Rudger Clawson as Second Counselor.
President Joseph F. Smith being advanced to the position
of First Counselor. 
	In the evening the Sunday School conference was held
in the Tabernacle. By appointment I delivered an ad-
dress on "Ventilation, and its moral aspects in connec-
tion with Sunday Schools". The other speakers were
Second General Assistant- Superintendent J.M.Tanner, 
and Apostle Teasdale. 

	October 10: All Israel is in mourning. President
Lorenzo Snow died to-day at 3.35 p.m. His serious con-
dition became known to the public this morning; however, 
as I was detained at the University until late afternoon
I learned nothing of the impending dissolution until 
after the fatal summons had been received and responded
to. Indeed I was on my way to the President's office
when I heard the sad news. I continued my way and was 
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just as he had died, except that a bandage had been tied
under the chin. The news was a great shock to the peo-
ple; for although it was known that the venerable Pres-
dent was weak and ill, few had any idea that he was so
near the end. I had the privilege of shaking hands with 
him last Sunday as he made his way to the stand, and I 
was then impressed by his feeble gait and general weak-
ness. Others probably observed the same evidences of
ill-health, but his vigorous address following his en-
trance to the stand allayed all fears. 
	I am a firm believer in the physical power of faith 
and prayer; indeed I carry that belief so far as to in-
fer that sometimes the Lord is bound by His promise to 
grant was is asked in faith, even to the prolonging of 
life beyond the appointed termination. He appears to 
have taken President Snow to Himself without affording
the people time to put forth their powers of faith and 
prayer for the special blessing of prolonging the Pro_
phet's life.
	On the evening of this day (Oct. 10), according to 
prior appointment I officiated in a marriage ceremony
uniting William D. Riter, and Miss Lennie L. Savage. 

	October 13: Sunday; This day will be memorable among
the people as the day of President's Snow's funeral. Ser_
vices began in the Tabernacle at 10.30 a.m., after the 
body had lain is State and had been viewed by thousands. 
The procession from the residence--the Bee Hive House--
to the Tabernacle was made afoot. Seldom has the Taber-
nacle been decorated in a more pleasing though elabor-
ate way than today. At 1.30 a special funeral train
left the station for Brigham City, the former home of 
the President. The train carried the Church officials,
Committees in charge, officers of the auxilliary organ-
izations, the Family and a few invited guests. Wife 
Maia went as an officer of the Y.L.M.I.A., but I was
unable to accept an invitation owing to an appointment in 
in Ogden. The interment took place at Brigham City.
	I went to Ogden by the 1 p.m. train, and there joined
the procession to the station to meet the funeral train,
having first been taken to the Tabernacle. In the af-
ternoon I delivered an address under Stake Sunday School
auspices on the requested subject "What a Sunday School 
Teacher should be". There was a crowded house. Had a 
pleasant though brief visit with Albert who had come d
down with others from the School for the Blind. Return-
ed home by evening train.

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1901.
	October 17:-- Announcement is made today of the re-
organization of the First Presidency. Joseph F. Smith
is made President of the Church; John R. Winder, here-
tofore counselor in the Presiding Bishopric is made
First Counselor; and Apostle Anthon H. Lund becomes
Second Counselor. The selection of a counselor outside
the quorum of the Twelve was a surprise to many who had
come to consider it certain that the Apostles only were 
eligible for offices in the First Presidency. The pre-
sent action will be a lesson to the people regarding
the order of Church government. Wise and God-fearing 
men have been chosen; and I look for great developments
under the presidency of Brother Smith.

   October 18:-- Wife and I attended the Old Folks' party
in our old ward-- the Second. We were told that there
would be two old folks missing if we were absent. I took
a small part on the program by delivering a short ad-
dress. It is a pleasing custom to thus honor the aged
and the Second Ward has been prominent in the movement
for years. I wish it were a fixed custom in all the
wards.

   October 19:-- Married William B. Vaughn, and Mamie
E. Calton during the evening at the home of the bride.
The occasion was saddened by the illness of the bride-
groom who has been suffering from an increasing fever
for days. He insisted on rising from his bed and hav-
ing the ceremony performed though he was very weak and
ill. He appears to be suffering the early stages of
typhoid fever, of which there are many cases in the
city at present.

	October 20: Sunday:-- By call I delivered an address
at the morning prayer meeting in the Temple. Attended
High Priests' meeting beginning at 10 a.m. President
David McKenzie and I were the speakers. In the evening
Elder Joseph F. Smith Jr. and I officiated as Home Mis-
sionaries in the Nineteenth Ward.

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October 24:  Official announcement is made that at this
day's session of the First Presidency and the Apostles
in general council the va<c>ancy in the quorum of the Apos-
tles was filled by the selection and ordination of Elder
Hyrum Mack Smith, son of President Joseph F[-]. Smith.

   October 25:  Notified of my selectiona as a member of
the Deseret Sunday School Union Board. I have been asked
at intervals for years past whether I would accept a call
to this office; and my answer has always been that I
would accept any call coming from proper authority, but
that I would work as willingly in a non-official capacity
and that probably I could do[-] as much in a non-official
way.
   October 26:  Field day with my geology students.
 
   October 27:  Sunday: Attended Sunday School Review
morning and evening in the 21st Ward. Our three chil-
dren, Sterling, Paul, and Elsie took part on the program,
and I made a very brief address at the close of the even-
ing meeting.

   October 28:  According to prior appointment I went this
evening to Farmer's Ward and delivered an address at the
monthly meeting of the Granite Stake Sunday School Union
organization. My subject was "Theology in the Sunday
School."
   October 30:  Attended Home Missionary meeting of the
Salt Lake Stake. The speakers were Elder Samuel W. Rich-
ards, Counselor C. W. Penrose, myself, and Pres. A. M.
Cannon, in the order given.

 November 2:  Field day with the geology students.

   Nov. 3:  Sunday: Morning Fast Meeting in the temple, and
afternoon meeting in our Ward; at the first named meeting 
I was one among many speakers.  In the evening I del-
ivered a lecture in the Fourth Ward under Improvement As-
sociation auspices, on "A Jealous God." Subject by reques<t>.

   Nov. 7:  Went by evening train to Mammoth, Tintic, to
make certain mine examinations. Took quarters at the
Mammoth Hotel.

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1901.
   November 8:  In company with Messrs S.W.Tyler of Den-
ver and A.W.Wilson of Salt Lake City, both mining ex-
perts of experience and note, I spent the entire day in
examining portions of the property of the Mammoth and
Grand Central Mining companies. A law suit was tried
between these companies about a year ago; but a motion
for new trial was granted and the case is to be reopened
in the near future. I have been asked to engage in an
advisory capacity on the Grand Central side. I had al-
ready informed myself as to the question at issue and
had formed the opinion that the Grand Central company
was in the right before I consented to accept.

   Nov. 9:  Spent entire day in the mines.

   Nov. 10:  Sunday:  Returned home by early train. This
day has been set apart as the day for a special confer-
ference of the Church, to afford the people an opportun-
ity of taking action on the recent provisional reorgan-
ization effected by the quorum of the Apostles. I was
unable to/be present at the morning session. At the after-
noon meeting, the Church assembled in solemn order, the
various organizations of the Priesthood being seated
according to station. The voting was done by each quo-
rum or other organization separately, and then by all
the members of the Church present as a body. The order
was:-- First Presidency; the Apostles; Patriarchs; Stake
Presidencies and High Councils; High Priests; Seventies;
Bishoprics; Elders; the Lesser Priesthood; the Memebers
of the Church.  The proceeding was an impressive one.
In a brief address following the voting, President Joseph
F. Smith announced as his conviction that the counselors
in the First Presidency were Presidents of the Church,
and the the powers of the First Presidency were vested
in this quorum of three High Priests; then he declared a
pledge, or as he called it a covenant, that he would do
nothing in his official capacity as President of the
Church without the action of his counselors. He called
upon the apostles to note his pledge and to remind him
thereof if he seemed to depart therefrom. Changes in
the general organizations such as have occurred since
the last general conference were separately presented and
voted upon. President John R. Winder, myself, Elders
George M. Cannon, and Horace Cummings were sustained as
members of the Deseret Sunday School Union Board.

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1901.
Nov. 13:  Evening lacture under Mutual Improvement
auspices, before a gathering of the Association of-
cers of Salt Lake Stake. Meeting was held in the Lat-
ter-day Saints University; subject "The Mutual Improve-
ment Teacher."

Nov. 14: Attended afternoon session of the Deseret Sun-
day School Union Board. Took passage by evening train
to Mammoth. Put up at the Mammoth Hotel.

Nov. 15:  Spent entire day in company with Messrs.  S.W.
Tyler and Martin Harkness examining the workings in the
Mammoth mine. At night I lectured under the auspices
of Mammoth Ward on "Failure and Success".

Nov. 16:  Day devoted to the mine examinations.

Nov. 17:  Sunday;  Returned home by morning train. Elder
Samuel M. Taylor and I officiated as Home Missionaries
in the Fourth Ward.

Nov. 22:  Went by morning train to Mammoth and contin-
ued the examination in Grand Central and Mammoth mines.
Took quarters at the Mammoth Hotel.

Nov. 23:  Continued the mine work.  Returned home by
evening train. Attended reception with Wife at the
Bee Hive House, in honor of the visit of the former
queen of the Hawaian Islands, Lilioukalani. She has
been kind and considerate to our missionaries and resi-
dent Church members, and all seemed desirous of doing
honor to her visit.

Nov. 24:  Took my place as instructor of the Theology
class in the newly created Sunday School known as the
University Sunday School. This school has been or-
ganized to accommodate the many students who are re-
siding in the city during the school year but who
do not connect themselves with the wards of the city.

Nov. 28:  Thanksgiving Day.
Nov. 29:  Proceeded to Nephi by early train and attend
ed sessions of court at the trial of the Grand Central
and Mammoth companies suit.
Nov. 30:  After court I returned home by evening train.
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1901.
Dec. 4:--Attended funeral services over the remains of
William B. Vaughn, in the Second Ward meeting house.
The speakers were Bishop Heber Iverson and myself. T
This young man and his bride were married by me Oct-
ober 19th last. He was ill at the time but insisted on
the ceremony being performed. He has been suffering
from a severe attack of typhoid fever from before that
date to the time of his death two days ago. While not
a member of the Church he desired the administration
of the Elders, and I have assisted in the ordinance
twice.

	Dec. 5:--Proceeded to Nephi in response to a Court
call. The Mammoth side in the controversy is now being
presented. Put up as usual at the Forest House.

	Dec. 6-- Mr. W. A. Wilson and I left Nephi by 6 a.m.
train and proceeded to Mammoth where we spent the rest
of the day in surface examinations of the Mammoth and
Grand Central mining properties. A heavy snow storm
set in at night-- after the completion of our surface
work; it was the expectation of such a storm that
caused our hurried journey hither. Put up at the 
Hotel Mammoth.

   Dec. 7:-- Entire day spent in the underground workings
of the mines. Mr. Tyler arrived last night, and he, 
Wilson, and I worked together today.

	Dec. 8:-- Sunday: Returned home.

	Dec. 12:-- Returned to Nephi and spent the day in
Court. Quarters at the Forest House as usual.

	Dec. 14:-- Yesterday and today were spent in Court.
This evening I proceeded to Mammoth via Provo, and at
the last named place had time between trains to visit
Father and Mother.

   Dec. 15:  Sunday:  Again compelled to attend a lit-
tle work on the Sabbath. Collected a few samples from
the mines, the assays on which are needed at once.
Returned home by evening train.

	Dec. 19:  Went to Nephi again. Court attendance all
day. Usual quarters at the Forest House. Some time
after 10 o'clock tonight I was summoned to the telephon<e>
by a message from Maia at home. She informed me of 
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a serious disaster to the University. At the time of
her message the physical building was in flames. She
had just returned from a personal visit to the burning
building and gave me particulars as full as could be
ascertained at the time. The roof had fallen in but
the walls were saved from destruction.

	Dec. 21:-- Court yesterday and today. Tonight pro-
ceeded to Mammoth via Provo, spending an hour with
the folks between trainds. Quarters at the Hotel
Mammoth as usual.

Dec. 22:-- Spent a part of the day collecting samples
required by the exigencies of the case as developed
by the testimony of yesteradday in Court.

	Dec. 23: Morning train to Provo, (R.G.W.Ry.), thence
by Oregon Short Line to Nephi, with an hour between
trains at Provo which I spent in a morning call on
the folks.

	Dec. 24:-- Yesterday and today in Court. Went home
tonight.

	Dec. 25: Christmas Day; Spent quietly with the
family.

	Dec. 26: Returned to Nephi. Court.

	Dec. 27: Court all day. I went on the witness
stand for the first time in the case. The examination
was a brief one;;-- dealing with the samples collected.

		Dec. 28:-- Court.

	Dec. 29:-- Sunday : Attended morning Sabbath School
in the Second Ward, as a representative ogf the general
Sunday School Board. Addressed the School; also the
Theology Class. Then followed a Teachers' Meeting at
which I addressed the officers and teachers. In the
afternoon I addressed the Second Ward Sacrament Meet-
ing. In the evening I lecturesd in the Tabernacle
under Improvement Association auspices, subject:
Improvement.

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1901.

  Dec. 30:-- In Court again.  On the witness stand
for part of both morning and afternoon sessions, most-
ly for the identification of samples.

  Dec. 31: On the stand again at the morning session
of Court. Most of the attorneys and otherso on the
Grand Central side went home this afternoon to spend
New Year's day. I was compelled to remain however as
there is so much to be done on the maps.
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   And so the[-] first year of the New Century has passed
It has been a year of great and significant events to
the world at large and to our people particularly.


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Personal Journal	
		1902.
	J E Talmage
		Salt Lake City
			    Utah

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Personal Journal
		James Edward Talmage.
				1902.
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	January 1: On this New Year's day I find myself away
from home.  I am detained in Nephi, Utah, to which
place I have been called as a witness on geological 
structure in a noted mining suit now on trial in the 
court here--- The Grand Central Mining Company vs.
The Mammoth Mining Company.  The present needs of the 
case call for the examination of certain maps and the
construction of others, and I am compelled to remain
over the holiday.  Thanks to present facilities for
long distance communication, I was able to call up
the loved ones at home by telephone and express the
season's greetings over the wire.  I was on duty in
the map room until midnight.
	January 2:  In attendance at court during the day.
	January 3:  Returned home after the adjournment of
court.
	January 5:  Sunday:  Delivered an address by call, 
at the morning prayer gathering in[-] the Temple.  In
the evening I lectured in the Twelfth Ward under
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1902.
		
	January 6:-- Resumed work at the University after
the holiday recess.
	Jan. 7:  Obtained leave of absence from the Uni-
versity and proceeded to Nephi by evening train in
response to a call from court.  Resumed my old quar-
ters at the Forest House.
	January 8: Went to the witness stand during the af-
ternoon and remained under direct examination until
adjournment.
	Jan. 9: On the witness stand during the entire day.
Cross examination began during the afternoon.
	Jan. 10: Cross examination continued. This was
followed by re-direct and re-cross.  Finished at
4.15 p.m.
	Jan. 11: In company with Mr. Tyler-- an expert wit-
ness on the Grand Central side I went to Mammoth by
morning train.  We spent the rest of the day examin-
ing certain recent work done by the Mammoth Company
on their property.  Took quarters at the Hotel Mammoth.
	January 12: Sunday: Returned home.
	Jan. 15: Returned to Nephi by evening train in
response to summons from court.
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session of court giving testimony as to the results
of my recent visit to the Mammoth mine. Returned
home by evening train.
	January 19: Sunday: Resumed charge of the Theology
Class in the University Sunday School,-- the first
time I have been able to meet the class since Novem-
ber 31st. However, the class has held no session
during the holidays. Today Brother James H. Anderson
was installed as my associate teacher in the class.      
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	January 22: Called to Mammoth in by telephone mes-
sage from Nephi. Rebuttal testimony is now being put
in by the Mammoth Company (defendant and cross-com-
plainant in the case) and further examination is
wanted. Was joined at Provo by my fellow witness--
Mr. Sidney W. Tyler of Denver-- and together we pro-
ceeded to Mammoth. Took quarters as usual at the Ho-
tel Mammoth.
	January 23: Entire day spent in the Mammoth mine
and in surface examinations of new excavations.
	January 24: Proceeded to Nephi via Provo. During
an hour's interval between trains I was able to call
on Father and Mother. Went again to the witness
stand during afternoon session oof court; then took
evening train for home.
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	Sunday, January 19: By call of the presiding
officers I delivered the address at the afternoon ser-
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	January 26: Sunday: Usual session of the Univer-
sity Sunday School. In the evening a special meeting
was clalled of all members of the Twenty-first Ward
residing east of M Street; we are included and were
present-- wife, children, and self. As a result of
action taken at the meeting a new ward was organized
embracing the territory avbove given; this is to be
known as the Twenty-seventh Ward.

	January 29:-- "McKinley Day"; a memorial day set a-
part on this the natal day of the late President McKin-
ley, recently slain by an assassin's bullet. Special
services were held at the University.

	February 1:-- Message by wire from Nephi announcing
a verdict by the jury in favor of the Grand Central Co.
The judge appears to have been hostile to the winning
party, and to have sought to modify if not to annul
the jury's findingss.
	Feb. 9: Sunday:-- Usual Sunday School class. At
the evening meeting in the 27tgh Ward, our son Sterling
was appointed and set apart as President of the Dea-
cons' Quorum in the Ward. By appointment of the Bishop-
ric I officiated in the ceremonty.
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	February 16:  Sunday:  Temple meeting in the early
morning: I delivered an address by call.  Usual Sun-
day School class.  In the evening I delivered a short
address in the 27th Ward meeting.
	Feb. 21:  Morning train in company with Prof. E. P. 
Jennings, to Park City, thence to the Daly-West and 
Quincy mines.  Spent day in examination of the mines
with respect to a prospective litigation between the 
companies. After the examination I decided that the 
contention of the Quincy company was the just one, and
I agreed to undertake the further investigation in the
interests of that company.  This day I spent the after-
noon underground in the Daly-West mine, and the evening
in the Quincy.
	Feb. 22: Forenoon spent in the Daly-West mine; re-
turned home by evening train.
	Feb. 23: #Sunday: Address at the morning prayer meet-
ing in the Temple; usual Sunday School class.
	Feb. 28:-- Morning train to Park City, thence by
sleigh to the mines.  Afternoon was spent in the Daly-
West; evening with night-shift in the# Quincy.
	March 1: Forenoon in the Daly-West mine; Afternoon
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1902.
	March 2: Sunday: Compelled to remain here over the
Sabbath as certain work is in progress, and, contrary to
expectations, unfinished, which I am to inspect before
returning home.  A severe storm--wind and snow--has
been raging since last midnight; this morning the fury
of the elements was terrifying.  After inspecting the
new work I started in a light cutter for the town; an
inspiriting ride amid snow and wind down the mountain
side was the afternoone experience.  Returned home by
evening train.
    March 7: Train to Park City in company with <Ex- U.S.-> Senator
Arthur Brown of the Quincy counsel, and officers of the
Company; thence by cutter to the mines.  Day and even-
ing in the Daly-West and Quincy.  Returned to Park City
at night; Mr. Brown occupied a room in the Park City
Bank, and I one in the adjoining office of the Silver
King mining company.
     March 8: Before 7 a.m. we were on the raod <road> by sleigh
to the mines.  Forenoon spent in mine examination; re-
turned by afternoon train home.
     March 9; Sunday; Usual meetings, including Sunday
School class.
     March 12: Busy in preparations for journey to Cali-
fornia, whither I am directed by the First Presidency
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to go on the occasion of an excursion visit by the Taber-
nacle Choir. It is the intention of the authorities to
hold services in San Francisco on Sunday next; and I am
appointed to be one of the speakers. Wife Maia accom-
panies me. We left by 11 p.m. Rio Grande Western train,
transferring to the Southern Pacific at Ogden.
	March 13: Travelling. Day spent in traversing the
deserts of Nevada; as night fell we were approaching the
eastern slopes of the Sierra Nevada mountains.
	March 14: Arrived in San Francisco, nearly three h
hours behoind schedule time owing to the wrechk of a train
ahead of us. We took rooms at the Grand Hotel.  Maia
spent the day in visits to relatives and I in busibness
affairs.  Arranged with the officials of the University
of California for a visit to that institution by the
Tabernacle Choir on Tuesday next.
	March 15: Forenoon spent at the State Mining Bureau
and the latter part of the day at places where I have
business.  Wife and I visited Aunt Bessie and family.
The Choir arrived by special train this evening.
	March 16: Sunday: Morning service at the Metropopl)-itan Temple, beginning at 10.30. President Joseph E.
Robinson of the Californisa Mission presided; President
Joseph E. Taylor of the Salt Lake Stake presidency of-
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offered the opening prayer; Bishop Sheets of Salt La
Lake City pronounced the benediction, and I was the
speaker. The large building was completely filled,
and the closest attention was given during the ser-
vices. My address consisted in the reading of the
Articles of Faith, and in an exposition of some of 
the rp<r>inciples set forth therein. After the bene-
diction, the Choir rendered a number of pieces, and#
the audience remained until the end. It was a full
hour after the close before the Elders, including 
myself, could leave the building,--so many were the
questions asked of us.
   The presiding officers and certain invited guests,
including Wife Maia and myself, were entertained
at lunch at the cafe in the Call Building on the 
15th story, in the tower commanding a view of the
bay and the city. This was at the invitation of
Elder Swanson, the Branch President. The occasion 
was a pleasurable one. 	I spent the afternoon at
the hotel, while Wife joined the excursionists in
a visit to Golden Gate Park.
   At 8 p.m. the evening service opened at the Met-
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opening. It was stated by the police on guard that
tyhousands of applicants were denied admission. Wife
and I arrived a quartedr of an hour before the opening
and we had literally to fight our way in. At last the
police officers refused to admit others on account of
danger, and several members of the Choir were thus ex-
cluded. One of the missionary Elders offered the open-
ing prayer, Preesident Jos. E. Robinson pronounced the
benediction, and again I wqas the speaker. The immense
audience remained to listen tho the Choir after the reg-
ular sevrvices, and the applause was genuine and gen-
erous. Enquirers flocked around us at the close asking
for tracts, which were supplied by the elders, and
presenting questions. It was nearly midnight when Wife
and I reached our hotel. The churrch officers are en-
thusiastic over what they regard as a brilliant suc-
cess. Maty the Lord sanctify the effort!
	March 17:-- Bade goodbye to Maia at 7.30 a.m.; she
remains to take the pleasure trips arrangerd by the
Choir; I took passage on the 8 o'clock train eastward.
Stopped at Sacramento and spent day in visuiting places
of interest. Took quarters at the Capital Hotel.

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1902.
	March 18: -- Early part of the day spent in sight-see-
ing.  At 12.45 p.m. took passage on the fast train for
home. A daylight ride over the Coast Range and the Si-
erras with full enjoyment of all the scenic splendors.
Retired to rest as we entered the elevated valleys of
Nevada.
	March 19:-- Reached home at 4 p.m., finding all well.
Our Sister-in-law, Mrs. Rebeccah Booth has been in
charge during our absence. Paul and Elsie are with t
their Grand-parents in Provo.
	March 20:-- Resumed labors at the University. In the
afternoon I had an interview with the First Presidency
and reported my visit to California.
	March23:-- Sunday: Delivered an address at the
morning Prayer Circle in Temple; conducted University
Sunday bSchool class as usual. In the afternoon I occu-
pied the time allotted to speaking in the regular Taber-
nacle meeting.
	March 24:-- Maia returned with the Choir excursion
party. She is seriously ill, apparently from cold con-
tracted on the trip and from other complications. This
evening Paul returned from Provo where he has been visit
ing his grand-parents during our absence; he brings word
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									1902.
 March 25: Letter from Father assures us that Elsie
is doing well and not in special danger; she has con-
tracted a case of measles-- a disease very prevalent
in Provo as well as in this city. 
   March 27: Our little son Karl, who has been ailing
for some days, developed today a clear case of measles
Maia is still ill; and Elsie is kept in Provo with the
prevailing disorder.
   March 28: - Official notice received today to the
effect that the expected law suit between the Quincy
and the Daly-West mining companies has been settled
out of court by compromise and consolidation of in-
terests. This will terminate my labors in connection
with the case.
   March 30: -- Easter Sunday: Observed by our people
as a fast day owing to the General Conference of the
Church coming on next Sabbath-- the regular monthly
fast-day. Delivered a short address at the Temple
prayer meeting in the morning; then attended Temple
fast meeting during fore-noon; remained at home to re-
lieve Maia in the care of Karl during afternoon. In
the evening I delivered a lecture in the Fourteenth
Ward under Mutual Improvement auspices on the subject
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										1902.
	April 4. Opening day of the 72nd Annual Conference
of the Church. I was enabled to attend afternoon ser-
vice and evening Priesthood meeting. At the latter
the prevailing topic was counsel against going into
debt.
	April 6: Sunday: Conference sessions yesterday
and today, with adjournment this afternoon. Attended
conference of the Sunday Schools this evening.
	April 11: Proceeded to Green River, Utah, arriving
at 4 p.m. I accompany Judge W.C.Hall to make examina-
tion of oil lands. Crossed the river from station on
the ties of the railway bridge, and spent the night on
the east side at the cabin home of a Mr. Jean Bellers
who is interested in the oil prospects.
	April 12: On the way by 5.30 a.m. Horses were pro-
vided and we rode hard, reaching the region to be in-
vestigated, by 8 o'clock. Returned to Green River, ar-
riving in early evening after 11 hours in the saddle.
We were rowed across the river, and spent night at a
boarding house near the station.
	April 13: Sunday. Took 5 a.m. train and returned
home.
	April 15: Arbor Day; observed as a holiday with
exercises and tree planting at the University.
	April 18: Lecture before the Normal Society; "Lessons
not on the program."
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									1902.
	April 19: Went to Provo and lectured before the
Utah <County> Teachers' Institute, subiject: "The Everlasting
Hills." Pleasant visit with Father and Mother. Re-
turned home by evening train.
	April 24: Left by night train in company with
G.Y.Candish of Green River Wyomoing, ern route for
State Line, Utah, to examine certain mining claims.
	April 25: Arrived at Modena, 11 a.m. Took stage
and prodceeded to State Line; spent afternoon in a pre-
liminary examination of the region; then paid a night
visit to the Ophir mine. State Line is a mining town
of the fungus style of rapid growth. The conspicuous
buildings are mostly saloons and places of worse re-
sort. Pretentio<u>s names glare from the sign boards--
"Bon Ton Restaurant", "Vienna Cafe" etc. We took quar-
ters at the Smithson House-- clean and comfortable.
  April 26:--
	Early start ; first visited Johnny mine; then took
horses and rode to the claims under examination, owned
by the Venus Mining Co., with headquarters at Green
River, Wyoming, but a Utah Company. Returned by even-
ing stage to Modena, and there took night train for
home. 
	April 27: Sunday; Arrived home 10 a.m. At the
afternoon Tabernacle services I was called to the st
stand and occupied the time allotted to addresses. The
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occasion was marked by the attendance of a delegation
of prominent women on their way to a great convention
in California.
	May 3;  Annual outing with me Geology classes to 
the Cottonwood canyons. Party included about 50,-- a 
smaller company than usual on account of changes in
the membership of my classes for the current academic
year. Wife and son Sterling accompanied us. Proceed-
ed to Murray by car line; there took conveyances pre-
viously engaged. I rode horseback. A very successful
day was spent. We returned at nightfall and took car
homeward bound.
	May 4;  Sunday;  Fast-day; Usual morning Temple meet-
ing, and University Sunday School class. Took after-
noon train for Ogden and delivered evening lecture
under Mutual Improvement auspices on "Analysis of
Faith". Entertained during my stay at the home of
Mrs. Agnes Herrick-- mother of  President of M. I. A. 
Enjoyed a short visit with Albert who is laboring at
the School for the Blind.
m 	May 5:  Returned home by early train. 
	  May 11;  Sunday.  Usual meetings. At the evening 
meeting in 27th Ward I was the speaker. Attended meet
ing of the Ward Building Committee after the regular
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1902.
   May 12;
		This day's despatches bring the news of a 
frightful calamity of recent date, which has resulted in
the loss of thousands of lives. A week ago, on May 5,
a volcanic outburst on the island of Martinique, one of
the Lesser Antilles, was announced. But meagre informa-
tion has come to hand until today. Now it is told in
the language of the wire, that Mont Pelee on the island
named, suddenly burst into activity, pouring out floods
of lava, which utterly destroyed St. Pierre, the princi-
pal city of Martinique. It is reported that 40,000 lives
have been lost, and the region is a volcanic desert.
	May 13:  Reports of most recent date confirm the first
statements as to the destruction resulting from the erup-
tion of the volcano on Martinique.
	May 14:  Still the horror grows. Not only Martinique
but adjacent islands also have been visited by the fiery
destroyer. St. Vincent has suffered the loss of 1600,
some reports say many thousands, of lives. Still more
to add to the horror, word now comes that an earthquake,
reported a few weeks ago as occurring in Guatemala, then
supposed to be comparatively slight, has caused the deaths
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1902.
	May 15:-- Thiso day is generally observed throughou
out the civilized world as a day of Peace Conferences.
In Utah meetings intended to foster the spirit of peace
and to abjure war have been appointed in all the Wards
and in the educational institutions.  In the early
afternoon I delivered an address---"Blessed are the
peacemakers"--- at the meeting held in the Latter-
day Saints' University; Mrs. R.E. Little of the Uni-
versity of Utah regency was also a speaker at the meet
ing.  The University of Utah held meetings later in
the [-]day.  In the evening Wife Maia spoke on the
peace movement at the meeting held in the a 27th.
Ward; afterward she joined me at the theatre where we
listened to the annual inter-collegaite debate be-
tween the University of Utah and that of Nevada.  The
question debated was: "Resolved/, that the whites of 
the southern states are justified in using every peace
-able means to maintain their supremacy over the negro."
The University of Utah took the affirmative side of
the question and was adjudged the victors.
	May 16: -- Day of the interstate collegaiate athlet-
ic contests.  The meet occurred on the campus of the
University of Utah, and consisted of contests between
the classes of the institution named and those of the		(450)
Univ. University of Nevada.  University of Utah 
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	May 18: Sunday: Usual Sunday School class and
meetings.
	May 20: This day marks the birth of the independ-
ence of Cuba. In compliance with the declaration of
Congress at the opening of the Spanish war, the Uni-
ted States today evacuated the island and turned over
the affairs of government to the duly elected officers,
During the period of the U.S. occupation of Cuba, the
pestilential grounds in and about the principal cit-
ies have been converted into healthful homes; mon-
archial despotism has been supplanted by a represen-
tative government; and now the governmental control
of the island has been duly transferred to the offie-
cers chosen by the people.
	May 24: Went to Lehi by morning train; thence in
company with John Y. Smith and other officials of the
Mayflowe4r Mining Co., proceeded by conveyance to the
company's property in West Canyon, Cedar Valley. Aft-
er part of the day was spent in an examination of the
property. Returned to Lehi, too late to continue h
homeaward . Spent the night at the home of Bishop T. R.
Cutler.
	May 25: Sunday: Returned home. This day is ob-
served as Fast Day in Salt Lake Stake owing to special
appointments for the first Sunday in June.
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May 18:	Sunday; Usual Sunday School class, and meetings
   May 20: 	This day marks the birth of the independence
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									1902.
	May 29: Last lectures in my University classes
for the academic year now closing. At the Engineering
Society's banquet held tonight I officiated as toast
master.
	May 30; Memorial day. Went to Provo by morning
train, and, according to appointment, delivered an
address before the Alumni Association of the Brigham
Young Academy. Jugdge John E. Booth, president of the
Association was the other speaker; but beside the two
appointed addresses there were a number of short res-
ponses by representatives of the several classes?.  The
Alumni gathering for the present year is unusually
large owing to a general call for all early students
to assemble in honor of our lamented Dr. Karl G. Maeser.
Special exercises in commemoration of Brother Maeser's
work were held during the two preceding days, but I
have been unable to attend. I was appointed for an
address at one of the evening meetings, but had to
send a written tribute. Wife Maia attended on Wednes-
day and Thursday.			During this afternoon I
officiated as the speaker at the Memorial Day services
held in the Provo Tabernacle. There were several
other brief addresses. Had a short visit with the
folks and returned home by evening train. Maia and
the children placed our little tribute of flowers on
the grave where Baby Zella sleeps.

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	June 1; Sunday;--Addressed morning meeting in Temple;
visited Twenty-seventh Ward Sunday School in an official
capacity and addressed the school.  This day marks the 
close of the annual conference of the Improvement Asso-
ciations.  Attended evening service in the Assembly Hall
the occasion being that of the annual baccalaureate ser-
mon to the University graduates; it was delivered by 
Bishop O.F.Whitney. 
	June 4; Commencement Day at the University. 
	June 65; Graduation day at the city schools; Sterling
took his certificate of promotion from the grades to the
high school course; he graduated from the Wasatch School. 
Wea are pleased and proud of his success; he ranks among 
the young graduates from the grades. 		I left home
by 11 p.m. train northward boung, in company with Mr. 
Charles Knight, at whose instance I go to examine cer-
tain mining property in Idaho. 
	June 6: Arrived at Blackfoot, Idaho at 9 a.m., thence
proceeded by branch railroad to Mackay, thence to Dickey
by wagon.  Spent the night at the Dickey stage station,
kept by. A. L. West and wife.  Cold and desolate; a 
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										1902.
	June 7: Resumed our journey at 7 a.m., and drove to
the Ima mines, situated in Patterson canyon, which opens
into the Pahsimeri (or Pahsimero) valley from the east.
Our road lay over the Salmon River mountains via the
Willow Creek Pass, otherwise known as Double Spring Pass
Upper slopes of the mountains are particularly precipi-
tous and evidences oof snow slides and land avalanches
are numerous. In one instance the tree- and boulder-
strewn path of the avalanche is plain from a distance
down one mountain, across the valley. Very striking
mirage effects were noticed in Pahsimerio valley. Patter-
son Canyon is a vnarrow V-shaped cut in the Rocky <Salmon River> Mount-
ain mass. Spent later part of the day in surface exam-
inations.
	June 8: Sunday: Contrary to the usual custom in
mining operations, the Ima Company observes the Sab-
bath. We drove to Big Creek Canyon and returned to the
mines during the afternoon.
	June 9:  Entire day devoted to field work, embracing
two steep climbs, each to an altitude of 1500 feet or
more above the canyon floor, on an average slope of
over 30°. The mountains here are heavily timbered
wherever the slope is slight enough to give a girm foot-
hold.
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1902.
	June 10: On the way by 6.30 sun time.  Hard climb to
reach the claims known as #11, #12, and #8.  Average
slope of the mountain is 35° (observed) with several
pitches of 39°.  Followed the great vein for a mile up
and over the mountains.  Reached an altitude of over
about 9000 feet.  Many steep slopes of shelving rock
particuarlyd difficult to climb.  Magnificent view
of the Salmon River <Lost River> mountains in the distance, with
the Sawtooth range appearing through the canyon openings
We traveled as lightly laden as possible, but Mr. Knight
took his trusty rifle, saying that bears were numerous
in the upper parts. We saw no big game, as indeed we
could scarcely expect to do travelling as incautiously
as we did; but we saw evidences of bear, mountain sheep,
wild goats, wild cats, and mountain lions--- all of
which are numerous here as stated by the men at the
camp who hunt whenever opportunity allows.
	June 11: Day spent in further examination of the
property. The camp here is well conducted, the desire
of the company officers being to keep saloons and other
undesirable accompaniments of mining camps away.
	June 12: On the road by 4.30 a.m. sun-time, in
company with Mr. Harry Brooks, brother-in-law to Mr.
Knight. Mr. Brooks drove me through the Pahsimeri val-
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valley to Ellis Post-Office, 20 miles from the mines.
Antelope scurried across the valley in thee early morn
and we made a breakfast on antelope meat at Ellis. Mr.
Brooks returned to the mines, and I took the Challis-
Salmon City stage, and reached Salmon City at 6 p.m.
The 40 mile drive down the Salmon River was delightful/
Cicada were numerous and noisy. Took room at the Lemhi
hotel.
	June 13: Engaged team, carriage, and driver at
the livery stable and drove to Bohannon Ranch-- in the
region of the great placer deposits. The purpose of
my visit here is to examine certain allegedc coal depos-
its for the Oregon Short Line Railway Company. Mr. Bo-
hannon and I proceeded horseback from the ranch to the
coal outcrops, the examination of which occupied less
time than I had expected as they are small/, few/, and
unpromising. Heavy rain storm; I was completely drench-
ed. Returned to Salmon City and put up at the Shenon
hotel. Here met my old friend Fitz-Mac (Fitz-James
Macarthy) and his companion Mr. H.N.Merril of Denver.
	June 14: Anniversary of our wedding day; and as
usual I am away from home. Spent day in examining other
coal occurrences, notably the Pollard mines.

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								    		   1902.
	June 15: Sunday; Had intended spending the Sabbath
in Salmon City, but, learning that our people have no
organization here I proceeded by stage to Red Rock, Mon-
tana. An all-day ride,-- 70 miles on the regular style
Concord coach. At Red Rock I was pleasantly entertained
by Mr. Vogler, proprietor of the stage line. Took 11
p.m. train to Butte.
	June 16: Arrived at 3 a.m. tired and sleepy. Took
room at the St. James Hotel on account of its proximity
to the station. In the afternoon I removed to the Butte
hotel. Day spent in examining places of interest.
	June 17: Fore part of day spent in observation. Took
afternoon train homeward. Had as traveling companion
Mr. Merril of Denver.
	June 18: Reached home at 10 a.m. finding all well.
After part of day spent in consultation with parties at
whose instance I have recently traveled.
	June 22: Sunday. Usual meetings. During the morn-
ing I visited the Eighteenth Ward Sunday School, and
addressed the school, and later the teachers in a special
teachers' meetinfg. 

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1902.
   June 23:-- Left by evening train in company with
Mr. Charles Knight, for Milford.  The purpose of our
journey is that of visiting the Hub Company's mining
property.
	June 24; Train arrived at Milford 6.45 a.m. Took
saddle horses and rode to Elephant Canyon, where we
were joined by Mr. J.W. Burns who accompanied us on
the examination which lasted throughout the day.  In
the evening we returned to our quarters in the Tan-
ner House, and at 11 p.m. took north-bound train.
	June 25:  Arrived home.
	June 28:  High Priests' quorum meeting.  By call of
the President I delivered an address; there were sev-
eral voluntary speakers.
	June 29:  Sunday:  Delivered address at morning
prayer meeting in Temple; then visited 12th Ward Sun-
day School and addressed Theology class and the school
as a whole.
	July 4:  Independence Day; Unusually cold,,fires in
houses and overcoats on the streets have been called
for by the remarkable fall in temperature.  Outdoor
temperature has reached 38°F.  On the 1st inst. an
rain occurred accompanied by a fall of salt mud from
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1902
	July 10: Left by early morning train, accompanied by
Bro. W.F.Armstrong, president of the Utah Commercial
Bank. Proceeded to Lehi, thence by carriage to Pelican
Point, on the shore of Utah Lake. Put up at the house
of Olaf Cedarstrom. Afternoon and evening spent in
the examination of deposits of nAragonite or Utah Onyx
owned by the Cedarstroms and the Church. Slept in a
sheep-camp wagon.
	July 11: Early start; forenoon spent in examination
of other onyx properties. Afternoon drive to Lehi,
thence by train home.
	July 13: Sunday; visited Eleventh Ward Sunday School
as the representative of the General Board. Addressed
Theology class and the school in a general capacity,
also a teachers' meeting after the usual exercises. Two
representatives of the Stake Board-- Bros. Smith and Rom
ney were in attendance and each spoke at the several
meetings.
	July 16: News of a great calamity within our State
reaches us to-day. An explosion of giant powder in the
Daly-West mine at Park City resulted great loss of
life.
	July 17: The list of the dead in the Park City disas-
ter is to-day officially placed at 34.
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									1902.
July 20; Sunday: Visited the 21st Ward Sunday School
and delivered address. At the afternoon Tabernacle
services Elder N.L. Nelson, of Provo, and I addressed
the assembly in the reverse order.
	July 23: Attended funeral services onver the remains
of Elder W.L.Binder, in the 15th Ward Meeting House.
I was one of 12 speakers who paid brief eulogies to
the merits of the deceased. Elder Binder was a mission
ary in England during my boyhood days, and he often
made our house his home. I saw him at the Tabernacle
on Sunday last; he died about 3 a.Mm. on Monday.
	July 24; Left by night train (11 p.m.) for the north
accompanied by Judge David Evans, and our son, Sterling
We are bound for the Ima mines in Lemhib County, Idaho.
	July 25: Morning arrival at Blackfoot; thence by b
branch line to Mackay where we took private conveyance
and drove to Dickey. Night spent at the West House.
	July 26: Early start; drove to the Ima mines in Pat-
terson Canyon, arriving early in afternoon. Rest of day
spent in examinations.
	July 27: Sunday; Work in full progress, the only re-
cognition of the Sabbath being a closing down at 5 p.m.
instead of at 6 p.m. as on other days. The Judge and
I visited several claims during the day.
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	July 28: Hard climbing; day spent in surface and
under-ground examinations.
	zJuly 29:  Forenoon spent in the field. Lefyt at 2
p.m. in  conveyance hired from Mr. Drake who lives in
the neighborhood. Drove to Dickey, arriving at 8 p.m.
Spent nighteat the West House.
	July 30; Took stage to Mackay, and ensconced our-
selves at the Mackay Hotel. In the afternoon we as-
cended by electric railroad to the mines of the White
Knob Copper Company's mines-- a course of 12 miles and
an ascent of 2500 feet according to barometric indi-
cations. Enjoyed two hours' fishing in the Big Lost
River afterse sunset.
	July 31: Morning spent in fishing. CTook train to
Blackfoot, arriving at 5 p.m. Went fishing for cray-
fish in Snake River; good success.
	August 1: Took passage on 1 a.m. train south-bound.
Arrived at Salt Lake City at 8.30 a.m.; found all well
at home.
	August 3: Sunday: Address at morning prayer meet-
ing in Temple.  Visitors from the east called during
afternoon preventing attendance at Fast Meetinfg. In
the evening I lectured in the Second Ward under Mutual
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1902.
August 7; Wife and children, excepting Paul who is now
with his grand-parents in Provo, and Sterling who re-
mains with me, left today for an outing in Utah County.
	August 10; Sunday; Attended funeral services of Claude
Ridges, a former student of the University, who met
his death by being thrown from his horse a few days
ago, while on his honeymoon trip with his young bride.
The services were held in the 22nd Ward meeting house,
and the speakers in order were Elder James F. Smith,
Dr. J. T. Kingsbury, Elder J. L. Nebeker/,myself, and Bishop
Solomon of the ward.
    August 15:  Elected a director in the Hub Mining Co.,
and attended meeting of the Board.
    August 16:  Attended afternoon performance of "Cori-
nation" at theatre.  This is a play written by Bro. O.U.
Bean, and said to be founded on an incident recorded in
the Book of Mormon.  It has been well staged and the
actors are of high ability, but in my judgment the
presentation is of little value in Book of Mormon study
though it may rouse interest in that volume.
    Aug. 17:  Sunday. Went to Ogden with Elders Nuttal,
Griggs, and Richards of the Sunday School Board.  We
were assigned to different wards, I going to the First
Ward of Ogden under the guidance of Stake Supt. Evans.
Delivered addresses before several of the departments,
before the School in general, and at a teachers' meet-
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August 19: Sterling and I left by morning train for
Tooele County. At Half-Way House left train and took
stage to Grantsville. Dinner at the Fawson House. In
afternoon we started by team for the Westside <Lakeside> Mount-
ains, accompanying Bros. F.F.Hintze and son, and J.C.
Larson-Lund. At 9 p.m. we camped in Crainer Gulch,
by the only spring of fresh water known within a rad-
ius of 25 miles. Lulled to sleep by a coyote chorus.
    Aug. 20: Early start; entire day spent in examina-
tion of property belonging to the Lakeside Mining
Company. At nightfall we broke camp and started 
homeward. Camped on a saline flat about 8 miles from
the spring in Crainer Gulch.  
     Aug. 21: On the road soon after 5 a.m. Drove to
Grantsville in time for lunch, thence onward to the
Half-Way House where we parted from Bro. Hintze and
son who proceeded homeward by team, the rest of us
taking train for the Cityy.
    Aug. 24: Sunday: Early train to Ogden accompanying 
Asst. Gen. Supt. Geo. Reynolds, and Elders S.B.Young,
Richards, Griggs, and Peterson, all of the Sunday-
School Union Board. I was assigned to the First Ward.
Visited school; addressed the school in general and a
meeting of the officers and teachers later. Returned
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  Aug. 25:  Early morning train to Willard City, Box-
elder County.  Was joined at Ogden by Messrs James
E. Halverson and Frank Moore; and at Willard by Messrs
Geo. B. Barker and Geo. W. Lemmon.  At Willard we took
horses and rode up Willard Canyon.  Day was spent in 
examination of properties belonging to Section 19 Min-
ing Company.  Halverson and I returned to Willard in
advance of the rest in the hope of catching evening [-]
train.	 On the way, while we were still in the canyon,
my horse stepped into a hole and fell, seriously bruis-
ing my left foot on a boulder.  Suffered great pain on
the remainder of the ride.  Bro. Halverson did what he
could do for me at Willard.  There we learned that the
train would not stop at that #station and we galloped
to Hot Springs arriving just in time to catch train.
I reached home at 9 p.m. and was pleasantly surprised [-]
to find Wife and children ( except Paul) all at home.
   Aug. 26:  Though seriously disabled I was compelled
to leave by early train to keep engagement.  Took train
to Fairfield where I was met by Messrs Nels A. Naylor
and Wm. P. Duncan with team by which we proceeded across
the desert.  Camped for night at the James Ranch, Tooele
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1902.
   Aug. 27: Early start in wagon; day spent in examina-
tion of mining properties in and near Black Crook Hol-
low, at instance of Silver Copper King Mining Company.
Owing to my disability I was compelled to press one
of the driving horses t into service to carry me from
claim to claim. Descending and climbing ladders was
a painful experience. Returned to James Ranch, arriv-
ing at 9 p.m.
   Aug. 28: Earlys start; desert ride; alkali-dust
like flour into which we sank to a depth of half a
foot. Caught train at b Fairfield station where I took
passage for home, the others continuing by team.
    Aug. 29: Day spent in making reports on recent
mine examination. Took passage by 11 p.m. trainn for
Butte, Montana, whither I am bound to/attend the
annual meeting of the International Mining Congress.
    Aug. 30: Arrived at Butte at 5 p.m.  Took room at
Butte Hotel.
    Aug. 30: Sunday: Morning call on the Elders here
stationed, at 709 South Wyoming Street. Found all in
bed, and it was with difficulty that I secured recog-
nition of my knock:--- a common instance of the pro-
verbial indolence of many of our missionary offices.
Attended afternoon Sunday School, from 2 to 3 p.m.

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immediately followed by testimony and sacrament meet-
ing at 3 p.m:  Met Elders Pace, Huffaker/, Stanworth,
and Telforth, the last of whom called upon me at the
hotel during the forenoon.  I addressed the afternoon
meeting on Sunday School matters, and afterward spoke
to the officers and teachers in a special gathering.
I occupied the time at the evening meeting, begin-
ning at 8 p.m.
    September 1: Labor Day: Morning session of the
International Mining Congress which was adjourned im)-
mediately after assembling to enable all to take part
in the Labor- Day celebration. Afternoon session of
Mining Congress at which nothing was offered except
speeches of welcome and responses. In the afternoon
I visited Columbia Gardens where an exhibition of min-
erals has been prepared. Crowd too great; returned
to City early.
	Sept. 2: Congress sessions morning and afternoon;
committee meetings during evening.
	Sept. 3: Congress sessions forenoon and afternoon;
evening visit to Columbia Gardens where the[-]completed
display of minerals is on exhibition. To night a band
concert was given as a compliment from U.S. Senator
Wm. A. Clark. 
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1902.
Sept. 4: Morning session of Congress; afternoon visit
to Washoe Smelter at Anaconda. Returned to Butte 6
p.m. Called on brethren at Church headquarters; even-
ing meeting of the Congress. Late meeting of such
representatives here present as come from State
Schools of Mines; the meeting was held in the room of
Prof. Babcock of North Dakota in the Thornton Hotel/
beginning at 11 p.m. and lasting until 1.30 a. m.
next day. The National Association of State Mining
Schools was organized.
	Sept. 5: Closing day of the Congress. Last session
ended late in the afternoon.
	Sept. 6: Spent forenoon in visit to the Montana
School of Mines. Left Butte at 5 p.m. homeward bound.
 	Sept. 7: Sunday; Arrived home and found all well.
Am still suffering from results of the accident to my
foot. Rested the injured member as much as possible
today.
    Sept. 9: Examination of my injured foot by Doctor
Wilcox demonstrated that at least one of the meta-
tarsal bones is broken.  He encased the entire foot
in a plaster of Paris cast, and it appears that for
a time I will have to go about, if at all, with one
foot as big as that of a baby elephant.

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1902.
   Sept. 10; Was taken to the University to attend a
Faculty meeting. This week is marked by the opening
of schools for the ensuing year. Daughter Elsie en-
ters the beginners' grade in the Wasatch School; Paul
resumes his work in the same institution; Sterling
registered today as a student in the high school de-
partment of the Latter-day Saints' University. I send
Sterling to the school named in preference to secular
schools as I desire him to have a systematic course
of instruction in Theology as well as in the other
branches; and even from a professional standpoint I
think that the high school grade of instruction should
include religious training.
	Sept. 12 and 13: Botho days spent at the University
in work preliminary to the beginning of instruction an 
nounced for the 15th inst.
	Sept. 14: Sunday: Attended morning prayer meet-
ing in Temple and delivered a short address. Then fol-
lowed preliminary meeting of officers and teachers of
the University Sunday School, and later the first ses-
sion of the School for the current year. I resume my
labors as instructor of the Theology Class with El-
der James H. Anderson as associate teacher. Our sub-
ject is a continuation of the study of the "Articles
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1902.
	September 15: Beginning of class work in the Uni-
versity for the current year.
	Sept. 21: Sunday: Usual meetings including regular
lecture before the Theology Class of the University
Sunday School. This is the fortieth anniversary of
my natal day. The years are passing with impressive
rapidity, and I can no longer resist the impression
that I not still a boy as gauged by years, though I
feel as young as ever in spirit and desire. I am
deeply conscious of much that has been left undone, and
at times I find myself wishing for an opportunity to
fill out the many deficiencies in my life's work. The
other day, a lady, calling at the house, expressed her
commiseration over my hobbling gait--due to the broken
bone in my foot, and sagely remarked that in the case of 
of men at my age broken bones did <do> not heal as readily
as with persons of fewer years. Ah well! I have to
face the facts, hoping that the future years will
bring more of finished work than have the past.
	Sept. 28: Sunday: Fast Day in the Salt Lake Stake
owing to the appointment for the General Conference
of the Church next sabbath. A special meeting of the
Deseret Sunday9School Union Board had been called for
this day in the office of the First Presidency. We as-
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assembled at 9 a.m. and with two intermissions, one an
hour and the other 40 minutes, remained inssession until
10.30 p.m. I was excused at 11.15 a.m. to attend the
funeral of Sister Annie Smith Rich, daughter of our
friend and brother, John Y. Smith, and wife of Brother
Eddie E. Rich. A little over a year ago (Sept. 18,
1901) I performed the marriage ceremony uniting this
couple. The young wife passed away on the 23rd inst.,
a few days after becoming a mother. The funeral ser-
vices were held in the Third Ward, and the speakers
were Bishop Hodgson of the ward, Elder Vervee L. Halli-
day, and myself. I returned to the Board meeting and
remained in session with the brethren until the late
hour before given. The business before the Board was
the consideration of plans of, study for the entire
course (16 years) of sabbath-school instruction.
	September 29: Wife's birthday. She begins her 35th
year today. We are growing old together. Tonight I
attended the adjourned meeting of the Sunday School
Union Board. Presidents Joseph F. Smith and Anthon H.
Lund of the First Presidency were present.

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1902.
	October 3: Went by early train to Bingham, in com-
pany with and at the instance of Colonel Wall to ex-
amine certain mining property over which a law suit is
pending. Spent day at the mines; took quarters at the
Roberts Hotel.
	October 4: Continued work at the mines. The Colonel
returned to the City tonight but I was unable to catch
the train.
	Oct. 5: Sunday: No train until evening. Spent great-
er part of day on the surface of the property under
examination though I attempted little if any work. Took
afternoon train homeward, arriving soon after six o'
clock. Attended general conference of the Deseret
Sunday School Union at night in the Tabernacle. Presi-
dent Smith presided. The speakers were Pres. Smith a
and Elder Tanner of the General Superintendency, and
Elders Anthon H. Lund, J. W. Summerhays, Cummings, and
Peterson, and myself, all of the General Board.
	October 5<6>: Closing day of the general conference
which has been in session since the morning of the 4th.
I was able to attend this afternoon's meeting only.
At this last meeting the Pearl of Great Price in the
revised form prepared by the Committee and myself, was
accepted by vote as one of the standard works of the
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										1902.
	October 10; Went to Willard, Boxelder County, by
<early train> early train, and spent entire day in examination of 
mining property belonging  to the Overland Mining Com-
pany. Was accompanied by Messrs. Goddard, and Hestmark
of the Company's directorate. Returned home by night
train.
	October 11: In attendance at contest trial before
the Register and Receiver of the United States Land Of-
fice, regarding certain oil lands examined by me in the
vicinity of Green River, Utah, last spring. The case 
was adjourned until November 26.
	October 12: Sunday: Usual meetings. At the morning
Prayer Circle in the Temple I delivered an address and 
officiated in ordinance work. Then lectured before 
the Theology class at the University Sunday School, and
later attended funeral services over the remains of 
Florence Bitner, a University student who died on the
9th inst. The speakers were Elder McMaster of the
Eleventh Ward, myself, and Elder John Nicholson, in the
order named. The services were held in the Eleventh 
Ward meeting house.
	October 15: Began packing preparatory to the removal
of the Deseret Museum from the quarters it has occupied
for about ten years past, --- in the building erected for 
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its use and for that of the now defunct Church Univer-
sity. The building passed into the possession of the
University of Utah, later into that of the State, and
then its title passed into the City Board of Education.
It is possible that the Museum collections will have
to be packed and stored for some time to come.
	October 16: Total eclipse of the moon. The eclipse
was nearly central, the lunar orb remaining in the um-
bral shadow for 1 hour, 28 minutes.
	October 17: Proceeded to Willard, Boxelder County,
and in company with Mr. George Barker of the place rode
tom Overland Mining Company's property at altitude of
8400 feet above tide. Messrs Shields, Goddard, and 
Hestmark of the company named arrived at different 
times, and we all spent the night at the cabin. We 
werev engaged until nearly 11 p.m. in underground
workings.
	October 18: Early start; forenoon was spent in the
examination of Overland Company's property. Then des-
cended in company with Barker to the Section Nineteen
Company's property, where we were joined by Messrs
Moore and Lemmons. Returned to Willard and took night
train for home, which train was stopped at Willard by
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10/18/1902.
Today the effects of the Deseret Museum were moved,
or rather, a beginning in the matter of moving was ma
made. I have an office now at the Temple Cottage,
just inside the east gate to the Temple grounds.
	October 24: Left by early train and proceeded to 
Richfield, Sevier County, on combined work for the 
County Teachers' Insititute and parties interested in
geological structure as indidental to water supply. 
Arrived at 5 p.m. and was met by Brother J. M. Laurit-
zen, who with others accompanied me to the City Spring.
Evening lecture in the Richfield Tabernacle under the
auspices of the Public Schools, subject: True Elements
of Su ccess. Entertained for the night at the home
of Frank Seegmiller, a former student of mine, and at 
present Principal of the Richfield Schools and of the 
Richfield High Schools. At 10.L5 p.m. I was summoned 
to the telephone, and received a message from Dr. Wil-
cox to the effectt that Wife Maia had given birth to
a daughter at 9.45 o'clock. When I left this morning
Wife assured me that there was no imminent prospect of
the arrival today, and the little stranger arrives
several days earlier than we had a right to expect,
but she is none the less welcome. I hear that both
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								     10/24/1902.
our home, and each advent we regard as a special bles-
sing. I regret that I am away at the time.
	October 25: Last night on hearing of the new arrival
at home I insisted on cancelling all engagements for 
today and made all necessary plans to return home this
morning. Called up the folks by telephone and learned
from the nurse and physician that all conditions with 
Mother and Daughter were favorable and that there was
no necessity of my disappointing people here for a day.
At 7.30 a.m. I was in the saddle, accompanied by Messrs
Lauritzen, Morrison, and Seegmiller. We# rode to the
eastern front of the Pavant Range or Plateau and spent
forenoon in examination of the geological features of 
the region. Returned to# Richfield. At 2.30 p.m.
I was lecturing to the Sevier County Teachers' Insti-
tute; subject, -- The Dignity of the Teacher's Calling.
Immediately after the meeting I met the High School
Teachers and others in a free talk as to# methods of 
scientific illustration; and then I was taken in charge
by the County Superintendent, Jacob Magleby, who
drove me to Monroe. In the evening I lectured under
School auspices on the "Use and abuse of names"#. Was 
entertained for the night at[-] the home of the County 
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party gathered at the house of Brother Magleby after
the lecture and remained until a late hour. I was
pleased to meet my namesake-- Rulon Talmage Magleby,
whom I have not seen since he was a baby in arms; he
is now a strapping boy of five years.
	October 26: Sunday: Early morning drive in company of
Brother Jacob Magleby to Elsinore where I took train
for home. Arrived at 6.30 p.m., and was rejoiced to 
find all well. Mother and new daughter are in the
best of condition, and the reunion was a happy onee.
	October 29: Officiated ina marriage ceremony unit-
ing Leon R. Smithen (age 23) and Miss Minnie Sharp 
(age 21). The ceremony was performed at our home and
was allowed only on the# plea of the bridegroom being a
former student of mine, and the bride being a former
acquaintance whom I met at the Liverpool officemsome
years ago.
    November 1: Day  spent in the field with students of Geo
Geology, Physiography, and Mineralogy classes. This 
evening, itb being the eighth day of our little daugh-
ters mortal life, I blessed and named her, giving her
the name of HELEN MAY .
	Nov. 2: Sunday: Ususal meetings, including lecture
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noojn Attended Fast Meeting in our Ward, and took part
in ordinance work and in speaking.
	November 6; Left by night train for the south en
route to Stateline, Iron County.
	Nov. 7: Arrived at Modena at 11 a.m., and immediate-
ly started by stage. Arrived at Stateline in early
afternoon, and spent rem<a>inder of day in field work
on the property of the Johnny Mining Company. Spent
part of the night in the underground workings. Took
quarters at the Smithson House.
	Nov. 8. Contuinued work in company with Mr. W. J.
Dooley of the Johnny Co., and Judge Grant H. Smith of
the Margaret Co., Took evening stage to Modena, and
there boarded night train for home.
	Nov. 9:  Sunday. Arrived home; spent rem<a>inder of day
with wife who is recovering her strength rapidly.

	Nov. 12:  Lectured in the new Twenty-first Ward cha-
<pel> pel, subject: "An Up-to-date Religion". This was one
of a series of addresses by different speakers incident
to the opening of the newly erected house of worship.
	

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1902.
Nov. 14:  At the request of the Governor of the State
I met with him and the State Board of Land Commission-
ers in conference on the subject of the feasibility of
utilizing artesian wells in Utah as a source of water
for irrigation.  	In the evening I attended High
Priests' meeting of the Salt Lake Stake, and took part
in the proceedings. The speaker of the evening# was
Elder Franklin S. Richards, who gave a graphic account
of the legal phases of the persecution to which the
Church was subjected a few years ago.
    Nov. 15:  Field day with the Geology classes in City
Creek canyon and vicinity.
    Nov. 16:  Sunday:  Attended meeting of the General
Board of the Deseret Sunday School Union, in the office
of the First Presidency of the Church, beginning at
9 a.m.   At 10 o'clock I was excused to conduct my clas
class in the University Sunday School. Returned to
the Board meeting, which remained in session with one
intermission until nearly 6 p.m. Had accepted an ap-
pointment to speak in Farmington at the Sunday School
conference, but the Board decided that I could not be
excused, and Elder Milton Bennion was sentt in my
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									1902.
Nov. 17: Left home by evening south-bound train at
instance of the Governor. Was joined by Messrs. Bullen
and Rees of the State Land Board.
	Nov. 18: At 2 a.m. we arrived at Oasis, Millard Coun-
ty; took rooms at the hotel. Early start, in company
with the Land Commisioners <named and Mr. Mellville> and Hon. Alma Greenwood who
was sent to meet un as representative of Fillmore City.
Rode to Fillmore horseback, departing from the road and
riding over the sand dunes to reach a line of springs.
Arriving at Fillmore I was assigned to quarters in the
Robison House, kept by Mrs. Robison, mother of my old
schoolmates, Josveph and Alvin Robison. 45 miles today.
	Nov. 19: Early morning horseback ride to Chalk
Creek canyon. Work greatly hindered by a heavy snow-
storm. Lectured at night under Public School auspices
on "Success and Failure in Life".
	Nov. 20: The inhabitants report the heaviest snow
storm experienced in many years past. Rode to Cedar
Mountain, but couldo do little owing to the heavy laye
layer of snow. Drove to Clear Lake in company with
Messrs Bullen and Rees of the Land Board, and Bro.
Peterson as driver. Took quarters at the Gordon House.

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											1902.
	Nov. 21: Train due at 2.35 a.m. arrived at 6 a.m. Took
passage and proceeded to Milford. Was met on train by
Messrs George and Henry Hayes of the "Wild Bill" mining
company. At Milford we took quarters at the Tanner
House. A four-horse team conveyed us to the Wild Bill
mine; the rest of the day was spent in underground exam-
inations; the snow made surface investigations impossi-
ble. Returned to Milford after night-fall.
	Earth-quake shocks are reported from Washington county.
	Nov. 22: Early start with four-horse team; proceeded
tpo Burning Moscow mine, where greater part of day was
spent in underground examinations. Returned to Wild Bill
mine and completed collection of samples, thence to Mil-
ford. Took passage on late night train for home.
	Nov. 23. Sunday: Arrived home.
	Nov. 26: Left by night train. over. —
	Nov. 27: At 4 a.m. arrived at Clear Lake; took a bed
in Gordon House. Rose at 8 a.m. and was greeted by Mes-
srs Melville of the State Land Board and <Alma> Greenwood of
Fillmore City. Early start to Dunderberg Butte, thence
toward Fillmore. I rode horseback. This is Thanksgiving
Day and fate has decreed that I spend it on the desert.
Resumed my quarters at the Robison House. Lectured in
the evening under Ward auspices on "Names".
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Nov. 26. 1902:  This day appeared as witness
in case in Land Office Court. Salt
Lake City, involving character of
land, as to whether it is Mineral
or Agricultural lands, near Green
River, Utah. I had simply to
authenticate my report as to the
oil-bearing character of the land,
to which I had certified in my
report of examination of the region
in question at instance of
Judge WC Hall and others, April
12th. last. 
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											1902.
Nov. 28: Horseback ride in company with Alma Greenwood
to Pioneer Canyon, near Holden. Messrs Melville and
Joshua Greenwood proceeded to a point indicated in the
valley where wem met them after the canyon examination.
Left Fillmore at 6 p.m. in company with the Messrs
Henry, Willard, and George Rogers, and drove to Clear
Lake. After a cold night ride we reached Clear Lake
and took beds at the Gordon house where quarters had
been engaged by telegraphic instructions.
	Nov. 29: Took buggy and saddle horses and proceeded
to Cricket Mountains--- really a part of tyhe Beaver
River Range. Entire day spent in examinatuojn of the
Century and Cyclone mining claims. On the mountains the
wind was blowing in blizzard fashion. Returned to
Clear Lake station at night, arriving at 9 p.m.
	Nov. 30: Sunday: Took passage by 2.35 a.m. train
for home. At 11 a.m. attended special meeting with
cerattain gentlemen from the East. At 12 m. attended fun-
eral services of Sister Holding wife of our friend and
brother, E. G. Holding. The services were held in the
15th Ward meeting house. The occasion was particularly
sad. Sister Holding really sacrificed her linfe in the
interest of her afflicted son who was injuered five
weeks ago having both legs amputated as a result of (
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an accident on the railway. The speakers at the ser-
vices were Elders William Ostler, Thomas Hull, and
myself, in the order named. Returned to a continued
conference with certain eastern gentlemen. Brother
Albert, who has been visiting at home during the Thanks-
giving recess, returned to his labors in the School for
Deaf, Dumb, and Blind, at Ogden.
	Dec. 1: Attended by invitation meeting of the Board
of Directors of the Ima Mining and Milling Company,
at 8 p.m. at the Knutsford Hotel. This Company owns
a property which I examined, and on which I reported in
June last. The president, Charles Knight, has been c
proved guilty of embessezzl<e>ment of the Company's funds
and an investigation has been in progress for several
days past. I specifically stated in my report as to
the geological structure in the region, that I had
not investigated and Lcould not vouch for the financial
stateus of the Company nor for the efficiency of its
officers. A large amount of stock has been taken
by Salt Lake and Utah parties, and they sate state
that they have acted mainly on my report. While not
responsible I feel a deep interest in the welfare of
the Company, in which, indeed, I have taken stock
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1902.
December 3:	Attended stock-holders' meeting of the 
Ima Mining Company held at the Knutsford hotel, and by
request of the Board of Directors I presided.
	Dec. 4: Was elected a director in the Ima Company:
I accept this position by request of the stock-holders
as expressed by vote at the recent meeting.
	Dec. 5: Went to Bingham by early train and spent
the day in examination of Julia Dean and Red Wing min-
ing properties.  Litigation is pending in the courts 
between the owners of these properties, and after the 
examination I agreed to testify as to geological con-
ditions in behalf of the Red Wing Company whose con-
tention appears to be the right one.  Took quarters at
the Roberts hotel.  Was accompanied over the ground
by Walter Orem of the Red Wing management.
	Dec. 6: Day spent in mine examination.
	Dec. 7: Sunday: Returned home, too late, however
for Sunday School or usual meetings.
	Dec. 8: Lectured in evening before the Fourth Quo-
rum of Seventies in the 21st Ward meeting-house; sub-
ject, "The Holy Priesthood".  Attended 10 p.m. consult-
ation on Ima Co. business.

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	Dec. 11: Went to Bingham under leave of absence from
the University, and in company with Messrs O.A.Palmer
and Frank Anderson, Mining Engineers, spent day in ex-
amination of Red Wing and Julia Dean properties. Re-
sumed my quarters at the Roberts hotel. 
	Dec 12 and 13: Days spent in mine examination; on
the evening of the 13th I returned home.
	Dec. 14; Sunday: Attended committee meeting of the
Deseret Sunday School Union Board in the office of
the First Presidency at 9 a.m. Conducted theology
class in the University Sunday School, and returned to
the Board meeting after the class session. Salt Lake
Stake conference is in session today; I was able to
attend the afternoon meeting. In the evening I
attended, by invitation, a reading of part of Bishop
O.F.Whitney's new poem entitled "The Messenger". The
reading was given at the residence of Colonel Nephi
W. Clayton, and was by the author.


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1902.

	Dec. 19; Proceeded by early train to Bingham and
spent day on Red Wing and Julia Dean mining properties
in company with Messrs. O.A.Palmer/ W.Orem, and Frank
Pierce, the last named being attprney for the Red Wing
company. Took room at residence of Peter Olson where
others of the party have heretofore put up.
	Dec. 20: Examination continued; returned home.
	Dec. 21; Sunday: Attended morning prayer meeting in
Temple and delivered an address. This day has been
set apart by the First Presidency for special services
commemorative of the birth of the prophet Joseph Smith,
the anniversary of which occurs on the 23rd.
	Dec. 22: This marks the beginning of the winter
recess at the University. Returned to Bingham and spent
day in a preliminary examination of the Ben Butler
property. Resumed quarters at the Ols#on house.
	Dec. 23: Continued work on Ben Butler ground.
	Dec. 24: Spent day on Red Wing ground and returned
home by night train.
	Dec. 25: Christmas Day: Spent in part with the fam–
ily, but contrary to my will part of the day was taken
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										1902.
	December 26: Took early train to Bingham, where
Mr. O. A. Palmer and I spent the day in mine work. Re-
sumed my quarters at the Olsen house.
	Dec. 27: Continued examination of Red Wing and
Julia Dean properties as well as Ben Butler ground.
	Dec. 28: Sunday: At the request of the Sunday School
authorities I remain over at Bingham today to attend
Sunday School. Attended the regular school session
during the forenoon, and met the teachers and officers
in a special meeting. Addressed both gatherings. In
the evening delivered a lecture under Ward auspices
on "False failure and true success." Was entertained
at dinner at the home of Bishop Waters.
	Dec. 29: Day spent in mine work. Returned home by
evening train in response to telephone call on busi-
ness matters.
	Dec. 31: Returned to Bingham by morning train and
devoted the day to Red Wing mine examination. Return-
ed home by nightb train. Am happy to be able to
spend the evening with the family. The year 1902 thus
closes for us and for all. The advent of 1903 finds
us all in fair health and happy. We are grateful for
the blessings which an over-ruling Providence has
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1902.
The year has brought a new soul to our household. We
have been blessed with material prosperity, with health
and strength, and with <a> multiplicity ogf Divine favors.
May our gratitude be commensurate with our blessings.
							Jas. E. Talmage,
						   Salt Lake City, Utah,
							   Dec. 31, 1902.



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PERSONAL JOURNAL,

	for the year 1903,

		James Edward Talmage,

			Salt Lake City, Utah.

[A calendar for 1903 at bottom of page]

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			PERSONAL JOURNAL
                  James Edward Talmage,
					Salt Lake City, Utah;
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	January 1: Day spent at home with Wife and chil-
dren. This is the first holiday I have had for many
months.
	January 2: Went to Bingham by early train and re-
sumed my old quarters at the Olsen House. Day spent
in examination of Julia Dean and Red Wing Mining Com-
panies' properties, now in litigation.
	Jan. 3: Continued field work.
	January 4: Sunday: No train until evening: returned
home.
	Jan. 5: Resumed work at the University of Utah af-
ter the mid-winter holidays.
	January 9: Every day since last entry has been spent
in part at the court proceedings incident to the trial
now in progress between the Red Wing Mining Company
vs. W.D.Clays (representing the Julia Dean interests)
During my absence from the University my classes have
been conducted by an assistant.
	January 10: Went to Bingham by early train, in (
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		1/10, '03. contnd.
mine examinations and collection of samples.
	January 11: Sunday.	Returned home.
	January 13: Called to the witness stand for direct
examination in the mining suit in progress between the 
Red Wing and the Julia Dean companies.
	January 14: On the witness stand all day. Cross
examination began during the afternoon.
	January 15: Cross examination continued.
	January 16: Conducted classes at the University;
on witness stand in court during a part of the after-
noon.
	January 17: Went to Bingham by early train and 
spent day in examination of the Ben Butler mining
property in company with Mr. James Beveridge. Re-
turned home at night.
	January 18: Morning prayer meeting in Temple; de-
livered an address. Took charge of and lectured to
Theology class in University Sunday School.
	January 20---22: In court part of each day.
	Jan. 23: Went to Bingham by early train and spent
day in company with Supt. Coale of the Ben Butler Co.
in examination of that property. Resumed my room at 
the Olson House.

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	January 24: Entire day spent in examination of
Red Wing and Julia Dean properties.
	January 25: Sunday: Compelled to remain in Bing-
ham to inspect some work now in progress, the results
of whichm are to be presented in court, probably 
tomorrow. Attended Sunday School in the Bingham
ward, and addressed the school and the teachers. Re-
turned home by afternoon train.
	January 28a: Every day since last entry has been
spent, in part at least, in court. The case is
dragging slowly on.
	Jan. 30: Went to Bingham by early train in company
with Messrs. Palmer, Petrkins, and Anderson. Spent day
in eaxamination of properties now under examination in
Court. Resumed quarters at Olson House.
	Jan. 31: Continued examination: Returned home in
evening.
	Feb. 1: Sunday: Usual meetings, comprising morning
Prayer Circle in Temple, University Sunday School, and
Ward Fast Meeting in afternoon.
	Feb 2; Second half-year at the University begins
today.

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									  1903.
	February 7: This is the first Saturday I have spent 
at home
at home for months past; and my present freedom from
outside appointments is due to a temporary adjournment
of the case in court.
	Feb. 8: Sunday: Usual meetings, including lecture
before the University Sunday School Theology class. In
the afternoon I occupied the time allotted to speaking
at the Tabernacle services; this by call of the Stake
Presidency.
	Feb. 14: Went to Bingham by early train in company
with Messrs. Pierce/, Palmer/, and Perkins. Spent day
on the mining property in litigation. Took my old room
at the Olsen residence.
	Feb. 15: Sunday: Returndded home, leaving Bingham by
morning train. Proceeded by train to Bibngham Junction,
and finding there that the north-bound train was sev-
eral hours late I hired conveyance and drove to Murray,
thence proceeded home by electric cars.
	Feb. 19: In court at least part of every day since
last entry. Yesterday and today I have been on the wit-
ness stand in rebuttal testimony.
	Feb. 23: Attended 27th Ward reunion this evening and
took part on the program by giving a short closing ad-
dress. An excellent supper was served for all in the
Ward.
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											1903.
	March 5: Went to Bingham by morning train in company
with Judge Stewart, and Messrs. Pierce, Frick, and Ral-
eigh. The case of the Red Wing Co., against the Julia
Dean was tried before Judge Stewart, and the purpose of 
the present visit is that of affording an inspection
of the ground by the Judge. I took room at the Olson
House aas usual.
	March 6: Examination continued with Attorney Edwards
in place of his partner Mr. Frick. Returned home.
	March 8: Sunday: Stake Conference
	March 15: Sunday: Delivered address at the morning
prayer meeting int the Temple, and as usual at the Uni-
versity Sunday School.
	March 17: This day marks them 61st anniversary of the
organixzation of the Relief Society by Joseph Smith, and
according to custom, commemorative exercises were held
in the several wards of the Church. By previous appoint-
ment I addressed the assembly in the Eleventh Ward on
#"Giving".
	March 21: Went to Provo accompanied by Elsie and Karl
and spent day with the folks. Returned by night train.
	March 22: Sunday; Usual meetings including theology
class at University Sunday School. In evening I delivered
address in 27th Ward by previous request of the Bishop.
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									1903.
	March 27:  Early train to Bingham; continued exam-
ination of Ben Butler mining property.  Quarters at
the Olsen House as usual.
	March 28:  Examination continued; returned home by 
veening train.
	March 29: Sunday: Observed as Fast Day in Salt Lake
Stake owing to close approach of Annual Conference. De-
livered addresses today at the morning Prayer Circle, at 
the morning Fast Meeting in  Temple, and at the Thirty-
first Ward in  evening.  The last named address was in 
the nature of a lecture under Mutual Improvement Assn.
auspices, subject;"The Old and the New".
	March 30: Attended evening meeting of the Sixth Quo-
rum of Elders in the 16th Ward meeting house, and by
prior appointment lectured on "Theology and Religion".
April 3:  Morning train to Bingham.  Day spent o[-] [---]
Ben Butler ground.
	April 4: Mine examination continued: Returned home.
	April 5: Second day of Annual Conference of the Church.
	April 6: Conference closed.  Attended general Priest-
hood meeting at night.
	April 9: Left bey night train for southern Utah and 
Nevada, in company with Judge Grant H. Smith.
	April 10: Left train at Modena, 11 a.m., and took

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April 1: (Omission). Lectured before the Engineering
Society of Universirty of Utah on "Investigations as to
Apex."

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							  April 10: 1903.
stage to Fay, Nevada. Arrived at 3 p.m. and proceeded
at once to the Irus mining property, and spent the rest 
of the day until 7 p.m. in examination of the property.
Judge Smith and I put up at the home of Mr. Larson, an
employe at the mine; we took our meals at the house and
slept in a near-by tent.
	April 11: At the mine early. Continued examination
until evening. Then I took private conveyance and drove
to Modena, where I boarded the night train for home.
	April 12: Arrived home at 10, a.m. I learn from the
papers that Apostle Brigham Young, president of the
Council of the Twelve Apostles, did died last night.
	April 15: Arbor Day, and consequently a holiday at
the University. Morning spent in tree planting on the
University campus. The funeral services over the re-
mians of President Brigham Young were held during the
afternoon at the tabernacle.
	April 16: Left by night train, in company with
Attorney Frank B. Stephens and Engineer Guy Sterling
for Iron County. I go to make a geological examination
of the iron-ore deposits within a limited area.
	April 17: Left the train at Lund, 10.30 a.m. and pr
proceeded by conveyance, there by appointment, to South
Star mining property, about 12 miles from Cedar City.
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April 17: 1903.
Spent afternoon in examination of the property; then
proceeded to Cedar City.  Took quarters at the "hotel"
kept by the former Bishop, Corey.  In the evening, ac-
cording to prior appointment, I delivered a lecture in
the tabernacle, under auspices of the Southern Branch
of the State Normal School.  The subject was "Sights and
Scenes in Russia", illustrated by stereopticon views.
	Apr<i>l; 18: Early start from Cedar City. Proceeded
directly to the mines in company with Attorney Stephens
Engineer Sterling, and Manager O. M. Ladd representing
the Colorado Fuel and Iron Company.  Returned to Cedar 
at night-fall.
	April 19: Sunday: Attended Sunday School, visiting
the several departments as a representative of the Gen-
eral Board: addressed several of the departments and
the School asa a whole.  Then held a meeting of the 
Teachers and Officers. 		Mr. Seephens , who is not a
member of our Church, attended the School, and3 at my
request addressed the assembled departments. Under the
exigencies of my limited time here I visited the mining
property with Mr. Ladd during the afternoon. In the
evening Mr. Stephens and I lectured to the people in
the tabernacle, under Normal School auspices.

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									1903.
	April 20: Early start for the mines. Most of day
spent on the Desert Mound claims. Drove to stage sta-
tiojn at the "Springs" and there took stage for Lund,
arriving in time for night train northward.
April 21:	Reached Salt Lake City at 9.35 a.m; tele-
phoned home and learned that all are well; then proceed-
ed to the University, and did not reach home until 9
o'clock at night.
	April 23: Aunt Annie, Father's sister, the wife of
Edgar Howe, died at about 7 a.m.	We recieved telephone
message# within a few minutes of her death. Wife and
  I vistied her last evening and plainly saw that she
had but little time before her for earthly suffering.
She has not left her home duringt the last segven months,
and her last dropsical,  affection had been plainly
fatal from the time	of its last virulent assault.
	April 24: To Bingham by early train; long day at a
the mines. Night spent at the Olsen House.
	A=ril 25: BReturned home by night train.
	April 26: Sunday: Aunt Annie's funeral at the 20th
Ward meeting house at 1 p.m. I officiated in dedica-
ting the grave.	Wife, Syterling, Paul, and Elsie, at-
tended with me.	Thus she is laid to rest.
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.					1903.
	May 1: Went to Bingham by early train; day spent
on Butler property.
	May 2: Examination continued: returned home at night.
	May 3: Sunday: Usual Sunday School lecture; in the
evening lectured in the 16th Ward under Improvement
Association auspices on "The old and the new".
	May 8: Evening meeting of the High Priests' quorum;
I was one of several speakers.
	May 10: Sunday: Temple meeting and Sunday School
lecture during morning; then went to Ogden by special
appointment and lectured in the tabernacle during af-
ternoon, under Sunday School Union auspices on "Sunday
School possibilities." Pleasant visit with Albert at
the School for the Blind. Returned home by evening
train.
	May 16: Field day in Cottonwood canyon with geology
students. Stormy day.
	May 24: Sunday: To Provo by early train. The oc-
casion is the conference of Utah Stake Sunday Schools,
and the assembling of the Book of Mormon convention.
The latter is presided over by President Joseph F.
Smith. At yesterday's session the location of Book of
Mormon lands and the pronunciation of Book of Mormon
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session addresses were delivered by B. H. Roberts, my-
self and O.F.Whitney in the order named, with brief
xcomment and discussion by others. Convention adjourn-
ed at close of morning session, subject to call of the
President of the Church. My subject was "Internal
evidences of the authenticity of the Book". 
	Before the convention meeting in morning I attended
and addressed the Union meeting of Sunday School workesrs
and in afternoon I attended the S.S. conference in the
tabernacle. The afternoon speakers are were Elder S. P.
Eggertson, Pres. A.H.Lund, and myself. Then followed
usual meeting of officers anfd teachers, at which the
speakers were President J.F.Smith, Elder George Rey-
nolds, and myself.
	Enjoyed visit with the folks between meetings. Took
night train home; the train was several hours late,
leaving Provo at 1.20 and reaching Salt Lake City at
2.40--- "tomorrow morning". I reached home sometime
after 3 o'clock, May 25.:
	May 27: Annual banquet of the Engineering Society
at the University, in the evening. I was pressed into
service as toast-master.
	May 28: Instruction closed for the school yeara at
the University.
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	May 29: A day generally observed as a holiday to
be known as "Roseveldt Day", marked by a visit to the
city by Theodore Roseveldt, President of the United
States. The occasion was fittingly observed. At the
University all exercises were suspended.
	May 30: Went to Bingham by morning train in company
with Manager W.C. Orem and Engineer Fred Perkins of
the York Mining Company. Spent day on the property
of the Company; returned at night.
	May 31: Sunday: Mutual Improvement Association con-
ference in session. At night the closing exercises
of the university year were begun by the baccalaureate
sermon, which was delivered by Minister Goshen at the
Congregational Church.
	June 1: Faculty reception to the graduating classes
in the afternoon. I acted as crs chairman of the com-
mittee in charge of the affair.
	June 4: Attended court to observe proceedings in
damage suit against the Highland Boy Smelter Company/
In the afternoon I visited the smelter plant and vicin
ity. Returned home by night car and attended Alumni
gathering at the University.
	June 7: Sunday: Attended Temple Fast Meeting in
forenoon, and in afternoon was predsent at the Sunday
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6/7/'03.

School conference of the Granite Stake. The meeting
was held in Forest Dale Ward. Elder Dennis Harris, a
visitor from Mexico; Elder Horace Cummings of the
Deseret Union Board, and myself of the same Board were
the speakers, in addition to Sister Horne, who took
part in the pre-arranged program. Returned home af-
ter the meeting.
	June 11: In court as witness on matters of chem-
ical nature in case of alleged injury from smelter
smoke and dust. 
	June 12: Again in court. At night attended High
Priests' quorum meeting, and addressed the meeting
as one of several speakers.
	June 13: Day spent at smelters and vicinity.
	June 14: Sunday. Attended usual meetings. This 
is the anniversary of our wedding day, completing
fifteen years of married life.
	June 15: In court again. At night attended birth-
day party in honor of Aunt Julia Howe.
	June 16: Day spent at smelters.
	June 21: Sunday: Went to Ogden to meet Sister Sara
Whalen on matters pertaining to School for Blind.
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	June 22, 23, 24: Busy in laboratory practically 15
hours per day, engaged in investigation incident to
smelter cases now in court.
	June 25, 26: In court.
	June 278: Sunday: Attended funeral services in 7th
Ward over remains of Sister Ollis, wife of George
Ollis. The husband is not a member of our Church, bbut
he desired the services to be conducted by the Ward
authorities. The speakers were Elders Sears and Wallace
and myself. At the evening meeting in our own Ward,
the 27th, Elder Paul and I were the speakers.
	June 29: Went to Grantsville by morning train, and
in company with Messrs A. Fred Anderson, Benson, Hudson,
and Wrathall, proceeded to West Mountain and spent rest
of day examining mining property. At night I lectured
in Ward house under direction of bishop. The talk was
a general one on Growth and Development.
	June 30: Returned home. I went out with understanding
that I spend two days in examination of the property,
but yesterday's examination convinced me that the mines
were not worth further expendirture so I voluntarily
cancelled engagement for this day and reduced the charg-
es one half. 
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.			   1903.
	July 2: Sunday School Union meeting and interview
with the First Presidency.
	July 3: Left by evening train for southern Nevada
in company with Judge Grant H. Smith and Mr. T<w>ritchell
of Columbus, Ohio. 
	July 4: Independence Day: Left train at Modena and
proceeded by stage to Stateline. Rest of day was spent
in examination of mining property. Took quarters at
the Smithson house. 
	July 5: Returned to Modena by way of Fay, Nevada.
Took evening train homeward.
	July 6: Arrived home.
	July 7: Interview with First Presidency reag<a>rding
prospective publication of some of our Church literature
for the Blind. Sister Sara Whalen of the School for
the Blind came down from Ogden to meet the brethren on
this matter.
	Left home by midnight train for Idaho in company
with J. W. Taylor, president of the Ima Mining VCompany,
and Colonel Willard Young.
	July 8: Arrived at Mackay, the railway terminus on
branch road at 4 p.m. Took private conveyance to Dickey
and put up at West's house.

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1903. 
July 9: Drove to the Ima mines in Patterson Creek
canyon, Pahsimero valley, arriving at 2 p.m. Spent
rest of day in examination of the property.
	July 10: Entire day spent in mine examination.
	July 11: Examination continued. At 2 p.m. Mr. Tay-
lor, Colonel Young and I left the mines and drove to
Ellis, thence up the Salmon river to Challis, reaching
destination at 11 p.m. Put up at the New Challis House.
	July 12: Morning drive to Bay Horse, Custer County.
Stopped at the one little hotel in the place. 
	July 13: Early start for the mines. During our stay
here we visited and partly examined the Skylark
and Ramshorn mines. Bay Horse is a typical example
of a deserted mining camp; evidently it was once a
busy place, now its entire resident population is said
to number 11, of whom 7 are men and 4 women. Parted o
company at 1 o'clock leaving Mr. Taylor and the Colonel
to go on by way of Clayton, I taking stage to Challis,
thence to Dickey, reaching my destination half an hour
after midnight.
	July 14: Stage ride to Mackay, thence by train to
Blackfoot, where I took passage on regular express
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							7/15, 1903.
and spent rest of day in court watching proceedings in
an important mining case now on trial trail, involving
apex of Nipper and Blue veins.
	July 16: 17: Still in court.
	July 18: Morning train to Helena; took room at the
Grand Central Hotel. Day spent in examinaing places of
interest.
	July 19: Sunday; I find no branch of our Church at
this place. Attended services at CMethodist and Catholic
churches. At the last bnamed the services were partic-
ularly solemn owing to the hourly-expected death of
Pope Leo xiii.
	July 20: Returned to Butte, and again attended
court. Took nihght train homeward. The news comes
that the pope died at 4.04 this afternoon, Rome time/
	July 21: Arrived home, finding all well. Busy day
owing to accumulated work.
	July 24,;Pioneer Day; 56 years since the vanguard of
the Latter-day Saint hosts entered this valley. I had
the p<l>easure of spending this day with the folks in
peace at home. In the evening we took a carriage ride
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										1903.
	July 26: Sunday: Went to Brigham City as representa-
tive of the Sunday School Board, and attended exercises.
The afternoon service was the usual Stake meeting; by
call of the Stake Presidency I addressed the congre-
gation. In the late afternoon, commencing at 4 o'clock
the Stake Union meeting was held at which I delivered
an address as per appointment. Returned home by night
train. 
	July 28: Attended reunion of the Turkish mission-
aries and Saints at the farm home of Brother F.F.Hintze
in Cottonwood. It was a pleasurable and notable gath-
ering. The Presidency of the Church were present. m
The particular occasion was the complimentary farewell
to our brother, J. Wilford Booth, who recently returned
from a four years' mission to Turkey and who is soon
to return to that country. His wife, Aunt Reba, will
accompany him.
	July 30: Wife and all the children who had not
previously gone left to#day for an outing in Provo
and Alpine. So I am a lone disconsolate bachelor once
more.
	This day marks the completion of the work of moving
the Deseret Museum from the quarters it has occupied
during the last eleven years. I have to confess to a 
pang of regret at leaving the building that was erected
for museum and Church University purposes. The collec-
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1903.
								July 30, continued.
	We have found storage room in the Lion House, Tem-
ple Annex and Temple Cottage, and elsewhere. It is
the plans of the authorities at present to provide
a permanent home for the Museum in the prospective
Joseph Smith Memorial Building to be erected on the
old Deseret News corner. But the Museum is at present
buried, probably for years.
	August 2: Sunday: At morning prayer circle in Tem-
ple I addressed the meeting by call. Then attended
Fast Meeting in temple, and during afternoon attended
our Ward fast meeting; at each of these I was one of
several speakers. Aftern the afternoon fast meeting
a special meeting incident to the raising of means
for the completion of the Ward meeting house was
held. One of the Stake Presidency and a High Council-
or was were present. I was called to deliver an
address. In the evening I attended the 18th Ward
services under Mutual Improvement auspices, and by
prior appointment delivered an address on #"The Lan-
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1903.
	August 3---7: Engaged every day in court attending
trial that involves the geological character of cer-
tain of the iron deposits in Iron County, Utah. The
case is planted in the Federal Court and the testi-
mony is taken before a Master in Chancery preparatory
to argument before the court.
	August 8: Left by night train for Iron County, in
company with Engineer Guy Sterling and Mr. <Duncan> Frew. At
Provo during the train stop I had a few minutes' visit
with Susa, Albert, and our son Paul.
	August 9: Left train at Lund, and proceeded by pri-
vate conveyance to South Star and Iron Dyke claims
where we went into camp. The court case has been ad-
journed so as to give us opportunity of again visit-
ing the property/, and the urgency is such as to make
necessary traveling today, though this be the sabbath.
	August 10--14: Each day spent in examination of the
property. Drove to Lund this afternoon and took night
train north-bound.
	August 15: Reached the house at 11 a.m. Telephoned
to Alpine and learned that the family are well except
little Helen who is slightly ailing from the heat.
	Aug. 16: Sunday: Visited 17th Ward Sunday School. In
afternoon attended funeral services of Elder Thomas C.
Griggs, a faithful member of the General S. S. Board.

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										1903.
August 17--20: Engaged in laboratory work at the Uni-
versity, and in finishing work of Deseret Museum re-
moval.
	August 21: Went to Bingham in company with Engi-
neer J? Fewson Smith, and Manager Andrew Mayberry of
the United States Mining Company. Proceeded at once
to the mines and had quarters assigned at the Old
Jordan establishmentmwhere we are to be accommodated
during the course of an examination now pending. Spent
afternoon undergroungd in the Old Telegraph workings.
	Augiust 22: Day spent in mines. Took evening train to
Bingham Junction, thence on main line to American Fork,
where Iw was met by wife and children. A happy reunion/
We drove to Alpine where Wife is spending the heated
season with our little colony.
	August 23: Sunday: Under prior appointment from the
General Board I visited the Alpine Sunday School: addres-
sed the departments and the School as a whole. Then
held a meeting of teachers and officers, and delivered
an address. At the afternoon sacrament meeting Elder
Alma Vance and I addressed the congregation. In the
evening by request of the bishopric I delivered a lec-
ture under Waed auspices, on "What's in a name?".

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									   1903.
	August 24. Ante-sunsrise horseback ride with wife and
Sterling into the canyons adjacent. Spent part of  day
in examination of mining claims in which our brother-in-
law, Cristopher Hackett, is interested. Then drove
to American Fork in company with Wife and Baby Helen.
 They returned to Alpine; I took train to Salt Lake City
and spent the night at the house.
	Aufgust 25: Proceeded to Bingham in company with
Engineer Fewsom Smith. Resumed quartedrs at the Old
Jordan, and spent after part of the day in the Tele-
graph Mine.
#	August 29: Since ;last entry have been daily en-
gaged in the mines. This day took evening train to
Salt Lake City., Brother Albert was in the city hav-
ing come up from Provo to consult with the officers of
the School for the Deaf and Blind. I brought him
to the house and we spent the night together.
	August 30: Sunday: Albert returned to Provo by
morning train. This is conference day for the Salt
Lahke Stake Sunday School organization. Attended
meetings.
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									1903.
	August 31: September 1, 2: In court each day
in connection with Iron County mining cases. On
the witness stand each day.
	September 3: Returned to United States Mining
Company's property at Bungham. Continued the mine
examination.
  Sept. 4: Continued mine examination.
	Sept. 5: Returned home. On the train at Bingham
Junction I found Wife Maia, and all the children
except Paul: we reached the house together.
	Sept. 6: Sunday: Fast-day. Usual meetings in-
cluding morning fast meeting in Temple. In the late
afternoon I delivered the address at services incident
to the unveiling of a monument erected in the city
cemetery over the grave of James Robert Hay, the man
who was so foully murdered in December 1901. The
swervices were held at the grave:
	Sept. 7: Took morning train to Bingham, and re-
sumed mine work.
	Sept. 11: Every day since last entry has been
devoted to mine work. Returned home this evening.
	Sept. 12: Registration day at the University.
	Sept. 13: Attended Davis Stake Sunday School con-

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							Sept. 13: 1903.
ference at Kaysville, in company with Asst? Gen?.
Superintendent George Reynolds, and Henry Peterson of
the General Board. Each of us addressed the 8.30 a.m.
meeting of officers, and the 10 a.m. regular meeting.
Brother Reynolds and Brother Peterson spoke as did many
others at the afternoon session, and in the evening I
delivered a lecture on "What's in a name?" Between
the afternoon and evening meetings the funeral services
over the remains of Brother John Ellison were held; he
was a long-time Sunday School worker. Returned home
by night train.
	Sept. 14: Instruction resumed at the University.
The vacation has passedwith less of the usual opportun-
ity for rest and recreation to which I have been accus-
tomed: indeed I feel that I have had but little vaca-
tion rest/, having been engaged in court work, laboratory
routine, and field labor most of the time. I asked the
First Presidency of the Church, who as the assigns of the
Salt Lake Literary and Scientific Association have the
nominating power in the matter of the Deseret Professor-
ship of Geology at the State University, that chair be-
ing specially endowed according to law, whether it would
be agreeable for me to withdraw or at least take a leave
of absence from the University. I was asked to continue
for the present. I would like to devote myself to field
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1903.
	Sept. 18: By early train to Bingham; there resumed
work at the United States mine.
	Sept. 19: Work continued; returned home by night
train.
	Sept. 20: Sunday: Confined to bed all day by the
physician's orders. Have been suffering from effects
of a chill experienced while at the mines.
	Sept. 21: Forty-one years old today. The time passes
whether I keep abreast of it with my work or not.
	Sept. 23: In court during afternoon at a further
hearing in the Iron County cases.
	Sept. 25: Returned to Bingham and continued work
at the mines.
	Sept. 26: Home by night train.
	Sept. 27: Sunday: Resumed my work as instructor of
the theology class at the University Sunday School.
This school is conducted under the direct administration
of the Deseret Sunday School Union Board for the accom-
modation of students of high-school and collegiate rank
who are residing in the City attending school and who
are not directly connected with the wards. 
	Sept. 29: Wife's birthday; this day marks the close
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									    1903.
	October 2: By early train to Bingham; day spent
in company with Messrs Drummond, Mayberry, and Craig
examining Arganaut Placer claim at instance of Utah
Consolidated Mining Co. Very rainy day. Put up at
the Highland Boy mine office for the night.
	  Oct. 3: Forenoon on Arganaut claim, afternoon at
the U.S. Co's property. Returned home at night.
	October 4: Sunday: Opening of the general conference
of the Church; Sunday School conference at night.
	October 6: Conference closed. Elder George A. Smith
was sustained as one of the Twelve to fill the vacancy
occasioned by the death of Apostle Brigham Young.
	Oct. #7: In court, testifying as to geological struct-
ure of the Arganaut mining claim at Bingham.
	Oct. 89: Morning train to Bingham; continued work at
the U. S. mines.
	Oct. 10: Morning work at the U.S. mines; afternoon on
the Arganaut. Returned home by night train.
	  Oct. 12, 13: In court both days on Arganaut case.
	Oct. 14: Field day with geology calasses.
	October 16: At Bingham, on U.S. property examination.
	Oct. 17: Work continued; returned home.
	Oct. 18: Sunday: Usual meetings, including lecture
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1903.
	October 23: Returned to Bingham, U.S. examination.
	Oct. 25. Returned home; yesterday's work prevented
an earlier return.
	Oct. 26: Lectured at night in Granite Stake under
Stake Sunday School auspices at the Union meeting on
"The lesson-giver and the teacher". Home after the
meeting.
	October 28: Field day with the university classes.
	October 30: Returned to Bingham and resumed work at
the U.S. mines.
	October 31: Work continued; home by night train.
	November 1: Sunday; Fast-day: Usual meetings; morning
lecture at University Sunday School.
	Nov. 5: Bingham by early train; examinations in
classes at the University in charge of my assistant.
	Nov. 7: Yesterday and today spent in the mines; re-
turned home this evening.
	Nov. 8: Sunday: Address at the morning prayer cir-
cle at the Temple; lecture at the University Sunday
School: then to Ogden by noon train to meet the offio-
cers and teachers# of the Weber Stake in their month-
ly Union meeting, at which I lectured on "God in Na-
ture" by request. Had pleasant visit with my brother
Albert after the meeting. Returned home by night
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	Nov. 10: Lectured to the Engineering Society of the
Ubniversity of Utah on "Lodes and Bedded Deposits of
Ore".
	Nov. 14: Evening train to Provo: spent night with
parents.
	Nov. 15: Sunday: During forenoon attended Brigham
Young Academy Sunday School and delivered address to
the assembled School. During the afternoon attended
the Utah Stake Sunday School Union meeting and deliv-
ered addresses before three of the departments and be-
fore the assembled School. Returned home by afternoon
train.
	Nov. 22: U Sunday; Usual meetings: address be-
fore the Theology Class of the University Sunday School
and another before the assembled School.
	November 26: Thanksgiving Dayll: holiday at the
University; spent most of day in laboratory; re-
mainder with family not<at> home.
	Nov. 28: Early train to Bingham: day sepent in mines
in company with Messrs O. A. Palmer and J. Fewson
Smith Jr.
	November 29: Sunday: Returned home; work at the
mines detained us until after train time yesterday. 

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December 3: A day of lectures: at 8 a.m. del-
ivered lantern lecture on geology: conducted usual
classes during the day: at 8 p.m. delivered public lec-
ture with stereopticon illustrations on "Pompeii, a
City of the Past", at the University under the auspices
of the "1904 Bachelor Maids".
	December 11: Bingham by early train: day spent in
U. S. mines in company with Messrs Palmer and Smith.
	December 12: Returned home by night train. 

	(Note: Entries from December 12 to Dec. 27 inclu-
sive are made from notes made at my request during
illness). 

	December 12: Reached home by 7 p.m., ill from ef-
fects of wound received in right hand through a broken
glass in the laboratory the night before Thanks-
giving Day. The wound had partially healed but by work
in the laboratory I had re-opened it and apparently it
had become poisoned. 	Septic symptoms were prominent
tonight, and Dr. C. F. Wilcox ordered me to bed.

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	December 13: Sunday: Elders called in gto adminis-
ter to me; and my name was placed on the altar in
the Temple. The doctor tells me plainly that I am
in a dangerous condition from blood poisoning. Fever
or rather temperature is rising. 
	December 14: Wound in the hand still septic;
inflammation extends to the elbow; large abscess de-
veloping in fleshy part od the right lower limb.
	December 15: Doctor pronounces me worse and I feel
so: still I have faith and confidence as the prom-
ises pronounced in administrations assure me recov-
ery; and moreover I am under skilfull treatment in
the hands of Doctor Wilcox, who joins with the Elders
in administering gto me.
	Dec. 16: The Doctor operated on the large abscess;
he tells me that the inflamed area is fully 10
inches in diameter and that the main abscess was ful-
ly two inches deep in the flesh part of the limb.
Felt better after the operation.
	Dec. 17---19: Days of suffering; weak and unable
to turn in bed without help: still I have confidence
in ultimate recovery.
	Dec. 18: Christmas vacation be<g>ins at the Univer-
sity; these are the ad<a>ys for which I had promised
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December 20: Sunday: Doctor pronounces symptoms
favorable though there is no relief from suffering.
Administrations have been continued from day to day
by the Bishopric of our Ward, and other Elders. To-
day the President (Elder George C. Lambert) and other
members of my Prayer Circle called and administered
to me.
	December 22: Decidedly better; temperature is
falling; pulse is becoming more nearly normal, and
pain is diminishing.
	December 24: Narrow escape from having to face
a session of the U. S. or Federal Court, Chancery
Division/, in my bed-room. A case is before the
court in which I am engaged as a witness on scientific
questions, and the time set for the taking of tes-
timony before the Master in Chancery expires today.
Yesterday the attorneys on our side called upon me,
and seeing my weakened condition applied to the attor-
ney on the other side (E. B. Critchlow of the firm of
Pierce, Critchlow, and Barrette) for a continuance
of the trial; but the opposing attorney (Critchlow)
opposed this, desiring to have my testimony put in
now or not at all. Our attorneys left me last even-
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						Dec. 24, 1903.
the session to be held in my bedroom. Late last
night a special message was sent me to the effect that
I would not be called upon to testify. Today I
learn that our attorneys# (Sutherland, Van Cott, and
Allison) went before the Federal Court (Judge Marsha<ll>)
and secured a continuance for a month on account of
my disability. This action was taken over the
protest of the opposing attorney (Critchlow). 
	December 25: Slowly gaining strength, though as
yet unable to leave my bed. This is Christmas Day:
have had to leave the little ones to their own en-
joyments. Mamma has bravely filled my place.
	December 26; Left bed for the first time since the
12th. Sat up for several hours.
	December 27: Remained up the greater part of the
day. Many friends called. I think it possible for
one to literally shake off much of the weakness
incident to diseasd disease, and now that the fav-
orable turn has come in my case I feel to fight
weakness and inactivity.


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	December 28: Mrorning call to attend the Federal
Court in the Chancery Division to observe in the mat-
ter of testimony presented by opponents inthhe the
Iron County cases (see August 3rd and 31st last) . 
Felt unable to respond to call; at noon a renewed
call was sent and I ordered a carriage and proceeded
to the court room though feeling physically unable.
Remained during the whole of the afternoon session.
	December 31: Since last entry have been in court
every day both forenoon and afternoon. Am still
weak from recent illness as I am left with a decided
aversion for food. For eleven days after I took to
my bed I had no solid nourishment whatever, in fact
no nutriment at all; and since I leftx I have eaten
only as I have forced myself so to do.
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	And thus the year 1903 leaves us; with the excep-
tion of myself the members of the family are well, and
we have much to be thankfull for.
	With the close of the year comes the news of a
sickening holocaust in Chicago; yesterday the Iroquois
Theater, a new play-house, took fire during a matinee
permformance, and 600 de<a>da are reported. Most of the
victims were trampled beyond recognition. Surely the
powers of destruction are aboroad. 
							J E Talmage
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Journal.
				1904.
					J E Talmage

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PERSONAL JOURNAL,
			James Edward Talmage, 
				Salt Lake City, Utah. 
					For the Year 1904. 
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1904. 

January 1; 	This New Year's Day finds me at home
with my family, all well except myself. I am con-
valescent from a recent attack of septic poisoning due
to an accident in the chemical laboratory, as detailed
in the December entries. 	Attended today both fore-
noon and afternoon proceedings in the Chancery Divi-
sion of the United States Court, noting proceedings in
a mining suit involving the geological structure of
certain iron ore deposits in Iron County, Utah, in
which case I am a witness on geological matters on the
side of the defendants. As testimony is taken before
a Master in Chancery, the stipulation of each side
was enough to warrant proceedings on this day, a le-
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							          Jan. 1/ 1904

	The last year has closed with reports of a horror
forming a terrible climax to the series of casualties
and accidents by which 1903 has been marked. Yester-
day and today the despatches have told of a most des-
tructive fire in the Iroquois theatre, Chicago, during
a matinee performance <on Dec 30.> The audience, it appears con-
sisted largely of women and children, and early in the
course of the play an explosion of a compressed gases in
a tank occurred, causing a fire which spread beyond con-
trol with alarming rapidity. The reports give the names
or other specifications of nearly 600 dead. Most of
those who thus lost their lives were terribly mutilated
by the rush of the crowd; and the details of the calam-
ity are horrible beyond description.

	January 2: In court during the entire day.
	January 3: Sunday: Fast Day: Attended early morn-
ing prayer meeting <in> the Temple to the surprise of many
of the brethren who visited me during my recent illness.
My rapid recovery is a marvel to those who knew of my
condition; and I reverently acknowledge Divine inter-
position in my welfare. Addressed the meeting. Then
attended Temple Fast Meeting at which I was one of
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	January 4: Resumed work at the University.
	Jan. 8--9: Engaged in office work incident to the
U. S. Mining Company's pending litigation. Jan.
	Jqan. 10: Sunday: Short address in answer to theol-
ogical questions at the morning Prayer Circle. Resumed
my labors as instructor of the Theology Class in the 
University Sunday School, and delivered an address on
the "Dispersion of Israel". 
	Jan. 15: The last two weeks of work hasve/been weeks
of considerable suffering. I am evidently not yet
well. Today I had to give up work again.
	January 16: The Doctor pronounces what I had supposed
to be an attack of rheumatism affecting the right shoul-
der joint to be a return of the blood-poisoning trouble.
He considers the case sufficiently serious to order me
to bed again; and he immediately proceeded with very
strong measures to limit the trouble.
	January 23: During the entire week have been confined
to my room, and practically to bed. Recovering slowly.
The Doctor attributed the relapse to my too early re-
sumption of labor after the former attack.
	Jan. 27: Resumed work at University with the Doctor's
reluctant consent. Have to carry right arm in sling.
	Jan. 31: Lecture before the University Sunday School.
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1904.
	Feb. 7: Fast Sunday: 	Usual meetings; subject at Un-
iversity Sunday School class--Second coming of Christ/.
Attended afternoon fast meeting in the ward where I
was one of many speakers.
	Feb. 13: In court all day, in the Federal District
court, chancery division. During the forenoon in the
Iron County cases I was listening to the testimony of
Professor Sadtler of Denver; during the afternoon I
was on the witness stand in connection with the High-
land Boy smelter dust cases.
	Feb. 18: Left the city by night train in company
with Ellsworth Daggett, ex-Surveyor-General for Utah.
Our destination is Iron Mountain in Iron County. Bro.
Brigham Perkins, one of my students, goes down in con-
nection with the collecting work incident to the appro-
proaching world's exposition at St. Louis.
	Feb. 19: Reached Lund at 9.30 a.m., and immediately
took stage for the desert ride. Made our head quarters
at the stage station known locally as "Root's." Here we
met O.M. Ladd, representative of the Denver parties in
the pending suit, and Messrs Dalley, Higbee, and Jed.
Jones of Cedar. Afternoon was spent on the Great West-
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								1904.
	Feb. 20: Forenoon spent on the claims in contro-
versy in the Iron Springs district; then drove to
Pinto district, and took quarters for the night at
D. R. Page's place---a very commodious and comfortable
stopping place and the only one for miles around.
	Feb. 21: This is the sabbath, but the demands of
the court oblige me to travel today. The case has
been carried over on affidavits of my illness, and the
limit of the extended time is near. Traversed horse-
back a number of Pinto claims; then drove to Desert
Mound, thence to Root's stage station house.
	Feb. 22: National holiday--Washington's birthday;
I spent the day in further examinatuion of the ground
in controversy.
	Feb. 23: In the field until 1 p.m.; then I took
stage for Lund, leaving General Daggett with the rest
of the party to continue the work. At Lund took pas-
sage on night train for the north.
	Feb. 24: Reached home at 10, a.m.; resumed work at
the University. 
	Feb. 25: Consultation with attorneys in the case.
	Feb. 26: In court on Iron County cases. I was on
the stand during all of the forenoon and part of the
afternoon in rebuttal testimony. 
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									1904.
	Feb. 28: Sunday: University Sunday School class
I conductesd during forenoon, topic:-The earth during 
the millennium. At the afternoon tabernacle services
Elder B. H. Roberts and I were the speakers.
	Feb. 29: In court giving further rebuttal testi-
mony. This is the first time this actual date inci-
dent to leap-year has recurred for eight years.
	March 2: Ivnvestigation begiun at Washington before
the Senate committee on privileges and elections rel-
ative to the right of Reed Smoot to retain his seat in
that body. The contest promises to be vigorous and the
incident epoch-making. Brother Smoot, who is one of
the quorum of Twelve Apostles, was duly elected U.S.
Senator from Utah by a rRepublican legislature; a furore
of protest has been raised throughout the country de-
manding his expulsion from the Senate in which he has
been seated, on the grounds that he as a member of the
second body of government in the Church, is not fit
to sit in the nation's councils. On Sunday last I
ventured yto say in my tabernacle address that the in-
vestigation then about to be begun would bring the
Church and its doctrines before many whom it and they
would probably not otherwise reach; and that good would
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1904.
	March 6: Sunday: Conducted University Sunday
School class, topic: Resurrection of the Body. 	In the
evening I delivered a lecture in the 22nd ward on
"The Higher Criticism". This is the regular monthly
fast day.
	March 11: Went to Bingham by morning train with
Engineer J. Fewson Smith Jr., and resumed work in the
U. S. Mine. 	My last visit here was exactly three
months ago, since which time illness has prevented a
return in general, and for the last few weeks other
engagements incident to accumulated work. In our work
today we had to face a genuine mountain blizzard. The
weather was so inclement that we did not attempt to
return to the Jordan headquarters after work, but remain-
ed at the Old Telegraph workings, where our work lies,
occupying one of the company's houses for the night.
	March 12: Continued work and returned home by night
train.
	March 13: Sunday: Delivered address by call at the
morning prayer circle in Temple. University Sunday
School topic today was "Resurrection". 	Despatches
from Washington indicate an acrimonious contest in the
case of Apostle Smoot. 	The press of the country ex-
presses surprise at the candor and ready testimony of
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										1904.
	March 19: Went to Ogden by evening train, the oc-
casion being the district conventiojn of Sunday Schools. 
Took part on the evening program by delivering an add-
dress on "Efferct of heating, lighting, and ventilating
in Sunday School wpork". Entertained for the night at
the home of Briother R.L.Taylor.
	March 20: Sunday: Returned by early train. Usiual
meetings. At the University Sunday School session I
conducted Theology class; subject: "Resurrrsection of the
body." At the evening meeting in the 27th Ward Elder
Galder <Coalter> and I were the speakers.
	March 25: Went to Bingham and resumed work on the
U.S. Mining Co. 's property.
	March 26: Returned home.
	March 27: Sunday, observed as Fast-day owing to the
general conference of the Church coming on the first
Sunday in April. Topic at the University Sunday School
class: "Religious leiberty and toleration." Evening lec-
ture in 27th Ward under Mutual Improvement auspices
on "The higher criticism".
	March 28: Evening meeting in Assembly Hall, called
for the priesthood of the wards lying east of Main
Street and north of Third South street, preliminary to
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1904.
	April 1: General meeting in Assembly Hall at night.
New Stake organized under name of Ensign Stake with
Elder Richard W. Young as president. 
	April 3: 74th annual conference of the Church opened
today.
	April 5: Father and Mother came to visit us and at-
tend conference. 	Albert came down from Ogden, and
Sister Susa came up from Provo to spend the day. A
pleasant family reunion resulted.
	April 7: Went to Bingham and resumed work in com-
pany with Messrs O.A.Palmer and Newton Dunyon.
	April 9: Continued work yesterday and today. Tonight
returned home.
	April 10: Sunday: Topic at University Sunday School
class: "Liberty and license."
	April 13: Evening lecture on "Russia and the Rus-
sians" with stereopticon illustrations in our ward,
(the 27th). Purpose of the lecture was to raise funds
for the completion of the new meeting house. Good at-
tendance, and according to the Bishop's statement a
good financial result#. 
	April 16: Field day#with the geology classes.
	April 17: Sunday: Topic at Sunday School class:
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									1904.
	April 17: Sunday: (continued). In the evening I
delivered a lecture in Unity Hall on "The Land of
the Czar" with lantern illustrations. Lecture was
under auspices of Unity Society, and was free.
	April 18: Ill again; return of old trouble this 
time affecting the throat. My throat has never been 
in good condition since the last relapse; and last
nights' lecture affected me very unfavorably. 
	April 19: Doctor Wilcox expresses fear that I have
contracted diphtheria through some exposure while the
throat was inflamed and specially receptive. He took
cultures for bacteriological examination. In the mean
time I am informally under quarantine.
	April 25: Confined to the house since last Monday. 
I am thankful that the fear of diphtheria proved to 
by unfounded. Resumed work at the University today
though still ill.
	April 26: Aunt Elizabeth Rawlinson and Cousin May
Rawlinson arrived from San Francisco.
	April 27. Cousin May was married in the Temple
today to Ray Scovill.
	April 30. Field day with the geology classes in 
Farmington canyon and vicinity.

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	May 1: Sunday: Topic at University Sunday Class
today was "Submission to secular authority".
	May 7: Bishop James Maxwell and I performed the
ordinance of blessing the infant child of Mr. and Mrs.
Reynolds, our next-door neirghbors; we also administer-
ed to Mrs. Reynolds, whose life has been despaired of
since the birth of the child a week ago.
	May 10: With my colleagues in the University Fac-
ulty and with a body of students, attended funeral
of James Sharp who died on the 7th. Brotherr Sharp
has long been an efficient regent of the University
and at the time of his death was chairman of the Board.
As one of a committee I assisted in preparing an ex-
pression of condolence.
	May 11: Went to Ogden bey evening train and deliv-
ered illustrated lecture in Tabernacle under Stake
Academy auspices on "The Land of the Czar". Brother
William Forsberg accompanied me as operator. We
put up for the night at the Reed Hotel.
	May 12: Returned home by early train.
	May 15: Sunday: Sunday School topic:"A practical
religion". At the afternoon services in the Taber-
nacle I addressesd the congregation by call of the
presidency. This is the first time services have been
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May 15/ continued.—
held in the tabernacle for weeks past as the building
has been closed for repairs. Since the division of
the old Salt Lake Stake the tabernacle services have
been under the direction of the general authorities
of the Church, the First Presidency presiding, and not
under stake auspices as heretofore. This evening I
attended by request the ward meeting in the 15th Ward,
formerly the 24th Ward; and delivered an address.
	May 19: Left by evening train in company with Attor-
ney Frank B. Stephens for Milford.
	May 20: Reached Milford at 6 a/m/; preceeded to
site of certain mining claims and spent day in examina-
tion of same. Took night train north-bound.
	May 21: Reached home early; On duty at University
during day. This is Son Sterling's birthday; he is fif-
teen years old.
	May 22: Closing session of the University Sunday
School for the year. I lectured before my class and
addressed the assembled school. In our class we finish
the study of the "Articles of Faith" to which we have de-
voted three years. Delivered evening lecture in the
Second Ward on "Peace and arbitration". This day is
devoted to the consideration of the peace movement
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	May 27: Instruction closed for the season at the
University. 
	May 28: Graduation exercises at the Latter-day
Saints University; by request I delivered the address
to the graduating classes.
	May 29: Fast Sunday, so observed as the first sab-
bath in June is set apart for the Improvement Asso-
ciation conference. Closing exercises of the Univer-
sity inaugurated tonight by the baccalaureate sermon,
which was delivered in the Assembly Hall by Elder
Nephi Morris, president of the Salyt Lake stake.
	May 30: Memorial Day. In the afternoon the Faculty re-
ception to graduates at the University was held.
	May 31: Wife and I attended the alumni banquet of
the University of Utah. 
	June 1: University commencement exercises at night
in the Salt Lake theatre.
	June 9: Week past spent mostly in laboratory work.
Today left home for Bingham, where I began examination
of new work done on the New Red Wing properties. Took
room at the Roberts hotel.
	June 10: Continued the work. Changed lodgings to
a newly opened furnished room establishment.
	June 11: Proceeded to U.S. mines and resumed work
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1904.
	June 12: Sunday. Spent day in a greatly appreciat-
ed rest.
	June 13: Continued work at the U.S. mines, then
returned to the Red Wing for a special observation of
certain work, and took evening train home.
	June 14: Our wedding anniversary. Sixteen years
since we went to the altar together. Wife, children
and I spent latter part of the day in Liberty Park.
Albert and his presiding teacher in the School for the
Blind, Sister Whalen, joined us in the park and came
with us home for a visit.
	June 15: Retu[-]<r>ned to Bingham with Engineer J. Few-
son Smith Jr., and resumed examination at U.S. mines.
	June 18: Intervening days spent in work at the mines;
returned home tonight.
	June 19: Sunday: Delivered address at morning prayer
meeting; then visited our own ward Sunday-school (27th
ward), and addressed the school.
	June 21: Saddening news arrived this morning, to the
effect that Apostle Owen Woodruff died last night at
El Paso, Texas, from small pox. A week ago his wife
died in Mexico from the same dread disease, and he
contracted the malady through his personal attentions
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children are left orphans. Brother Woodruff was a
blessing to the people in his labors, and his depart-
ure will be keenly felt. Both were students of mine in
days gone by, and both were great personal friends.
By marriage we may claim relationship, as Sister woodr
Woodruff (Helen Winters) and our sister-in-law (Mrs.
John E. Booth) were sisters.
	June 22: Arrived at American Falls, Idaho, for
which place I took train at Salt Lake City shortly
before last midnight. In company with James Reston
drove to Sunbeam group of mining claims and spent en-
tire day in examination of same.
	June 23: Took train at 1.115 a.m. homeward bound.
Had to sit up all night in the smoking roon of the day
coach, no sleeping berth procuravble. Arrived home
at 10 a.m.
	June 24: Early train for Manti; spent afternoon
on land a few miles south from Manti concerning which
litigation is pending. Question at issue is as to min-
eral or non-mineral character of a certain 40 acres.
Accompanied by State Mine Inspector, Gomer Thomas,
and Messrs Edwards and Robbins of Gunnison. Took roomsS
at Tuttle hotel.
	June 25: Continued examination and returned home.
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1904.
	June 26: Sunday. First quarterly of conference of
our newly organized Ensign Stake of Zion. Morning ses-
sion in the Assembly Hall was of the ordinary nature of
such meetings; the afternoon session in the tabernacle
was devoted to memorial services in honor of Apostle
and Sister Woodruff, recently deceased. This day has
been named by the First Presidency as the time for
such special services in all the stakes and wards. At
the evening meeting in our own (27th) ward Sister Tal-
mage delivered an address in behalf of the Board of the
Young Ladies Mutual Improvement Association, of which
Sister Woodruff was a member; and I spoke by appoint-
ment of the Bishop. The afternoon services were impres-
sive and in some respects elaborate; addresses were de-
livered by several of the Church authorities.
	June 28--29: Divided time between court attendance
and laboratory work in connection with coal case.
	June 29: In court and on witness stand most of day/
	July 3: Sunday: Usual meetings.
	July 4: Independence Day; spent mostly at home with
family.
	July 5: Day spent in examination of farms near
smelters in vicinity of Murray. In evening attended
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presidency addressed the meeting, speaking on general
topics as to the duties of those holding the Priest-
hood. 
	July 6: Laboratory in forenoon; during afternoon at-
tended in the Assembly Hall funeral services over the
remains of Bishop Elijah F. Sheets. Brother Sheets 
is generally believed to have been for some time the
oldest bishop in the charge Church. He was relieved 
at his own request from his charge---the Eighth Ward 
of this City---but a few weeks ago.
	In the evening attended with wife and at her invi-
tation a reunion of The Authors' Club at the Jennings 
Farm in Davis County. Returned home by night train.
For some time Wife Maia was president of this organi-
zation.
	July 7:  Went by early train to Park City accompan-
ied by Son Sterling. Proceeded at once from the city
to the Little Bell mine where we met Professor Wilson
and the senior class of mining engineering students
from the University of Utah. I make this visit by in-
vitation and request of the University authorities to 
assist the students for a day or two in the study of 
structural featur<e>s displayed in mines. We# took quar-
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placed at the disposal of the class. By the rules of
the University, students in the course of mining engi-
neering are required to devote six weeks of the vaca-
tion period between their junior and senior years in
practicanl mine surveying work. Their current term of
work ends this week, and I visit them as stated to as-
sist with suggestions as to work in the study of the
structural features in mine excavations. Spent with
the cul class day period and night shift time until
nearly 11 o'clock in the workings of the Quincy mine.
	July 8: Forenoon and afternoon with students and
their professor-in-charge in the workings of the Daly-
West mine. On the 14-hundred foot level of this fam-
ous mine we discovered excellent crystals of galena in
vug holes occurring in the roof and sides of the stopes/.
Supt. Kirby pronounces our finds the best he has seen
taken out of the mine, and expressed his belief thant per-
haps a large amount of this fine material has been sent
to the mill, as the occurrence of such crystals had not
before been known.
	Telephone message from Salt Lake City requests my
presence at the Surnc Ontario mine tomorrow; so Sterling
and I this evening bade adieu to the Little Bell headquar-
ters, to the students, their professor-in-charge, and his
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wife, Mrs. Wilson, and repaired to the Ontario headquar-
ters in Ontario canyon or gulch, and there took up our
residence for the night.
	July 9: Met Professor O.A.Palmer who came up by ear-
ly train. Together we drive to the mouth of Ontario
Drain Tunnel #2. The recent fire at the Ontario mine,
destroying the hoisting apparatus by which we might
otherwise have been lowered directly to the tunnel
level, necessitated our driving from Park City through
Deer Valley, <and> Keetley Gulch, to the Tunnel mouth. Re-
mainder of day was spent in the tunnel. Returned to
Ontario headquarters at night. Purpose of present
examination is to determine whether tunnel named has
drained springs prevoiously flowing in Red Pine Gulch
and Ross Hollow as alleged by resident farmers and 
ranchers.
	July 10: Sunday: Walked from Ontario headquarters
in the upper part of Ontario gulch or canyon and at-
tended Sunday School in Park City. Arrangements to
this end were made yesterday with Brother Stromness
superintendent of the School, in consultation with
Bishop Rasband. Attended preliminary meeting of of-
ficers abnd teachers, and addressed the assembly briefly/
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									1904.
Visited the several departments of the school and addre<s>-
sed the school in an assembled capacity. Then held a 
meeting of officers and teachers, which by reason of 
the many questions asked lasted about an hour and a
half. Sterling and I were entertained at lunch by 
Brother and Sister Stromness. We returned home by 
evening train. 
	July 11--12: Laboratory work in connection with
cases now pending.
	July 13: Day spent at Murray and vicinity examin-
ing farms alleged to have been injured by smelter
emanations.
	July 14: Day spent as per previous appointment with
attorneys and company officials in consideration of 
Ontario Company matters.
	July 15: Returned to Park City in company with
Mr. O.A.Palmer, and resumed examination work.
	July 16: Mine work continued.
	July 17: Sunday: Attended regular services of the 
Ward, and lectured in the evening on "Success and Fail-
ure". Bishop Rasband kindly conveyed me from and back
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1904.
								July 17: Cont.
	After the meeting I officiated by request of the
Bishopric in ordaining William Wallace Murdock to the
office of an elder.  This young man has been a member
of the Church but a few months; but he tells me that
his reason for deferring so long his baptism has been
the request of his father, who, while not opposing his
joining the Church, has desired a full investigation
on the part of the son.  The young elder is about to
set out on a mission.
	July 20: Mine examination work each day since last
entry.  This evening I returned home.  This evening
by previous request of Elder John Smith who is Patri-
arch to the Churchs.  I officiated in the ceremony of
uniting in marriage the Patriarch's son, Alvin F. Smith,
and Abba E. Rumel.  The ceremony was performed in the
new home erected by the young couple, at Forest Dale,
Granite Stake.
	July 21, 22: In consultation with attorneys and in
laboratory work boths days.
	July 23: Consultation during forenoon.  Took after-
noon train, accompanied by Sterling, and by Attorney
Richard Wedgwood, for Helper, Carbon county.  My brother
Albert, who has been visiting us far a few weeks past,
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and daughter Elsie, who goes on a visit, went with us
as far as Provo.  Arrived at Helper at 7.30 p.m. and
took rooms at the railroad hotel.
	July 24: Sunday: Pioneer Day, the recurrence of 
which is to be celebrated as a legal holiday is to be
deferred until tomorrow as the actual anniversary falls
on the Sabbath.  Our purpose in leaving home yesterday
was primarily to enable me to reach our destination,
Sunnyside, today, so that I could meet the Sunday
School and the Ward.  We learn however, that trains on
the branch line to Sunnyside run every day except
Sunday.  We are stranded here for the day.  The occa-
sion affords a rest that I do not deplore, unless my
presence at Sunnyside was requisite. Captain Wedgwood
is chra chagrined at the delay as he is in charge of
the expedition and assured me we could proceed to Sun-
nyside today.  There is no organization of our Church
here.
	July 25: Early train for Sunnyside, a slow coal
train at that.  We arrived about noon.  Took quarters in
in the office of the Utah Fuel Company. Object of
visit os to investigate sources of water flowing into
the coal mines here.  During afternoon drove with Capt.
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July 25, cont.
										1904.
Daniel Harrington, to headwaters of streams flowing
down Grassy Trail canyon, otherwise known as Whitmore
canyon, and as Sunnyside canyon. Engaged until late
hour.
	July [-]27: Yesterday and today engaged in surface
and undergro<u>nd examination. Train for home tonight,
arriving about an hour after midnight.
	July 28: Consultation and laboratory. Wife Maia is
ill: today she underwent the chloroform ordeal in the
process of teeth extraction. Tonight <I> had late call
from a Prof. Fitch of Southe Dakota: he professes an
interest in Utah geology and in Mormon affairs. 
	July 29: Maia is better. Proceeded by morning train
to Park city with Palmer, and resumed investigation on
Ontario water sources. Roomed[-] at the[-] Company's
headquarters. After-part of day spent in Drain Tun-
nel.
	July 31: Yesterday spent in continuation of work ; [-]
too late to catch evening train. Returned tonight,
and found the house deserted, Maia and children having 
eveidently carried to success their plans of going to
Utah county for a summer rest. I scarcely thought
they would get away before my return, though such was
the plan.
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	August 1,and 2: Laboratory work on coal mine and
smelter cases. August 3--5; work continued.
	Aug. 5: By morning train started for Nevada in com-
pany with Judge G.W. Bartch of the State Supreme Court,
Attorney Everard Bierer, and Mr. W. H. Child.
	Aug. 6: Left train at# Mill City, 2.40 a.m.; drove
to Sheba and DeSoto mines in Star canyon, a distance
of 13 miles.
	Aug. 14: Entire week has been devoted to examina-
tion of the mining properties, and the method of mill
treatment of ores. The week has been full of work;
usually we began by 7.30 a.m., and nearly every day
put in a night "shift", rarely quitting before 10.30
or 11 p.m. Ground examined embraces the old-time and
famous Sheba mine; the likewise famed De Soto; also
the Mammoth, Silver Reef, and McKinley groups. This
day Bierer, Child, and I left during afternoon and #
drove to Mill City, where we boarded east-bound train.
	Aug. 15: Reached Salt Lake City. Day spent in
business affairs and laboratory work.
	Aug 16: By good fortune I found by telephone the
location of Maia, and we had a late conversation over
the wire. I left by night train en route for Portland
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sion of the American Mining Congress. I have strongly
urged Maia to follow me, as the trip promises to be of
benefit to her health.
	Aug. 18: Reached the Dalles, Oregon, shortly after
3 a.m.. Here I left the train and took quarters at the
Umatilla hotel. Spent fore part of the day examining
the formations of the neighborhood. A dense smoke
and fog, explained by the papers as due to forest fires
in the vicinity, obscured the otherwise magnificent
view. Proceeded by afternoon train to Portland under
the same cloud of smoke. This condition would be the
cause of deeper disappointment had I not already seen
and enjoyed the unsurpassed scenery of the Columbia;
yet I occasionally indulge the feeling that the dis-
appointment is the keener for this reason. At Port)-
land I took room at the Hotel Belvedere.
	Aug. 19: Re ported early at the headquarters of the
Mining Congress. Part of the day spent spent in the
neighborhood of the city, examining the formations.

	Aug. 20: Part of daty at headquarters; remainder in
sight seeing.  Telegram from Maia tells me she is al-
ready on the way.  With a view to her comfort and con-
ven#ience I moved to the Hotel Perkins.
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	August 21: Sunday: Met Maia at station at 7.15 a.m.
Together we attended Sunday School at the meeting place
of our people, in Ali<s>ky building. I visited classes
and addressed the school. Then attended and addressed
a meeting of officers and teachers of the Sunday School
called at my request. I note here a generally prom-
ising condition in SundaYy School work, but there is
much room for improvement. Two teachers (half of the
entire corps) were absent, and their places were taken
by elders here on missions; these two classes were
badly conducted. I took occasion in the meeting of
teachers and officers to urge upon the elders here
located that they prepare the Sunday School lessons in
advance. Surely they have time enough; and the sem-
balance of apathy manifested is in line with the idle-
ness I have observed in so many of our missions among
the elders. Attend4ed the regular afternoon session
of the church servisce, and by request addressed the
assembly.  Then attended evening meeting and aginain I
was called to be the speaker. We met Elder Marcus
Holling, president of the Branch; Elder Martell, pres-
ident of this conference; Elders Simmons, Hanksm, Lee,
Nibley, and Smith, here located as missionaries. 
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									1904.
	August 22: Seventh annual session of the American
Mining Congress opened at 10 a.m. in the Armory build-
ing; (10 a.m. officially; but nearly 11 o'clock actu-
ally). Following addresses of welcome from the Gov-
ernor of the State and the Mayor of the City came res-
posnses from representatives of selected states. I was
selected to represent Utah, and delivered a brief res-
ponse. Committee on Resolutions, the most important
and certainly the busiest committee of the Congress,
was announced by the president at the morning session.
I was named as the second member on this committee, and
at the first session of the committee (12.30) was
chosen vice-chairman and secretary. The chairman is
Dr. Buckley of Missouri, and old-time member of the
Congress. Afternoon sitting of the Congress was de-
voted to the reading of papers. Utah has an interest
greater than usual in the present session, inasmuch as
the official call announces as an important feature of
the proceedings the selection aof a place for the per-
manent headquarters of the organization. Salt Lake
City has entered the race, and a large delegation is
here to work for Utah in securing the location.

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								8/22/1904., contnd.
	This delegation organized at home: I was not able to
attend the meetings as I was out of the State at the # 
time.  Mr. John Dern of Salt Lake City is the chairman.
Great harmony prevails in the deliberations of the
delegation.  Our delegation is making an open and ag-
gressive campaign; it has decorated  the assembly hall
with banners and mottoes setting forth the claims of
our city, and at this date there is a favorable outlook
for Utah in the matter of winning in the race. However
I have found since my arrival in Portland a strong un-
dercurrent of prejudice against Utah, and this is
strengthened by the attitude of the Oregonian, the
principal daily paper of the city of Portland.
	August 25[--]:  Busy every day: the committee on rese
lutions has held a daily session at 8 a.m., requiring
my presence as early as 7.30; again between the fore-
noon and afternoon sittings of the Congress, and again
after the adjournment.  This afternoon has been set
apart by resolution duly adopted as the time for con-
sidering and determining the location of the permanent
headquarters. Our delegation rode to  the meeting place
in a four-horse tally-ho and other carriages, headed by
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	Judge O. W. Powers of Salt Lake City had been announ-
ced on the official program as the speaker for Utah. He
delivered an excellent address in masterly style. Then
followed a man known as Lafe Pence, at present a res-
ident of Lewiston, Idaho. He announced that Mr. Ham-
lin of Denver, who had been appointed as one of the
speakers in behalf of the Colorado delegation, was
absent, and that he (Pence) had been requested to take
Hamlin's place. He delivered an address remarkable
for satire and sarcasm, and singularly free from any
semblance of argument in favor of Denver, but full of
intended ridicule toward Salt Lake City. He went so
far as to bring the so-called "Mormon Question" into
the debate, and by the manner of delivery as well as b
by his utterances attacked and tried to ridicule the
honor and morality of the people of Utah. He made no
distinctions, but included in his denunciations every
citizen of outr State. At these utterances the Congress
was thrown into an uproar; the Utah delegates were
on their feet demanding a plain statement of the
object of the insinuations. The bringing in of a 
subject so foreign to the purposes of the Congress
and the intent of such action incited many to a state
of fury. Two or three short addresses were given in
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favor of Utah, but the Congress was in no state of
mind to consider facts or figures. Then, at the re-
quest of the chairman and many members of our dele-
gation I took the platform to reply to Pence. Denun-
ciation is not exactly in my line of speaking; but
this incident was not to be passed over. Our delega-
tion demanded a strong reply and the Congressc  ex-
pected such. I don't remember all I said, but our
delegates and many others tell me the address was a
most scathing one, and just what the maligner of Utah
deserved. I remember denouncing him as a coward and
a cannibal, seeking to prey on the flesh of another <others>
rather than labor for his own and the common grown. 
The president of the Congress told me personally af-
ter the sesssion that he would not have interfered
with my address however denunciatory it may have be-
come, because he saw that we of Utah scould not let
a matter of the kind pass without a vigorous pro-
test. The question was not brought to vote when
an adjournment for the day was taken.
	In the evening a meeting of the Utah delegation
was held, and the strongest indignation was expres-
sed. A set of resolutions was drawn up and would have
been passed and given out for publication had I not urged
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8/22<25>/'04; cont'nd.
delay until tomorrow. Our delegation is over-
whelmingly non-Mormon; indeed it is announced that I
am the only member of our Church on the ground as
a delegate. The so-called "Gentiles" are standing
up for the State they represent, and they resent, s
if possible more bitterly than do I, this utterly im-
proper and most despicable attempt to drag a question
of church import into a gathering of this kind.
	August 23<26>: Early session of the delegation in
continuation of the indignation meeting. The reso-
lutions were at my request again carried over until
a meeting to be called later in the day. They were
then passed and given out for publication. I append
a copy.
		Very Strong Resolutions.
	That Judge Powers voices the senti-
ment of his colleagues is apparent in
the resolutions herewith presented,
which were adopted at a caucus of the
Utah delegation on the morning after
the Powers-Pence-Talmage debate. The
declaration was not intended for the
congress, but in signing it each member
signified that he would not be fulfilling
his duty to the state should he fail to
resent the action of Pence and the fre-
quent injections of "the Mormon ques-
tion" into the columns of the Oregonian
during the campaign of the cities. The
attitude of the morning paper was char-
acterized as wholly unwarranted, espe-
cially so in view of the fact that in the
entire Utah delegation there was but one
Mormon–Dr. Talmage. The resolutions
follow:
	"Whereas, During the seventh annual
session of the American Mining Con-
gress, assembled at Portland, Or., par-
ticularly in connection with the pro-
ceedings incident to the locating of the
permanent headquarters of the congress,
certain remarks and insinuations were
made on the part of the Colorado delega-
tion, in the open session of the congress,
which remarks and insinuations were in
the nature of an unwarranted assault on
the moral and social status of the peo-
ple of Utah; and, 
	"Whereas, A certain newspaper–to-
wit., the Oregonian–published at Port-
land, Oregon, has directly and by in-
nuendo sought to frustrate the open and
honorable efforts of the people of Utah
to secure the establishment of the head-
quarters of the American Mining Con-
gress at the capital of their state by at-
tempting to interject the so-called Mor-
mon question' into the consideration of
the subject before the congress; now,
therefore, be it
	"Resolved, By the Utah delegates to
the seventh annual session of the Amer-
ican Mining Congress, on behalf of
themselves and of the people of Utah,
whom they represent:
	"First–That said remarks and insinu-
ations on the part of the Colorado dele-
gation were in their nature and in the
manner of their delivery vindicitive and
vicious, and were made with malicious
intent to cast gratuitous insult on the
people of Utah.
	"Second-That the course pursued by
the said newspaper, the Oregonian, in
the matter referred to, is utterly des-
picable and wholly alien to the ethics of
honest journalism."
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	At the forenoon session of the Congress the special
order was again taken up. Judge Powers expressed re-
gret and sorrow if any remark of his had offended the
Colorado men of <or> the Congress in general, assuring all
that he had no such inytention to offend. Pence fol-
lowed with what must be charitably construed as the
apology demeanded, though it was given in words and
manner declaring hypocrisy and insincerity. When
the question was put to vote everybody was allowed
to vote;--members whose dues were not paid, and who
are threrefore according to the constitution debarred
from voting; and numerous Oregon people who had been
rushed in as delegates at the last moment. Salt Lake
City lost in the vote by a minority of 11. Many of
our men left last night as did several members of the
Texas delegation, and the Washington delegation, who
had pledged their votes for Salt Lake; and moreover
a number who had promised us support, proincipally
residents of Portland, voted aginst us or left the
hall so as not to vote at all. One man admitted
afterward to Judge Powers, according to the Jyudge's
published statement, that he had voted for four absent
delegates when their names were called, and these votes
were for Denver. By motion of the a Utah man the
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vote was made unanimous for Denver. Peace was thus
officially, but not actually, restored. The man
Pence evinced great personal bitterness toward me; of for
this I am not sorry; our delegates and a multitude of
others have assured me that he deserved all the denun-
ciation I gave him. A telegram signed by a number
of prominent men in Idaho arrived during the session
repudiating Pence and his statements. We learn that
he an itinerant agitator; ready to take the stand for
the side that will pay him most. He was once a Con-
gressman from Colorado, during the populist agitation
in that State; later he posed as a resident of Colorado
California; and now of Idaho, though he was officially
introduced as from Colorado.	He became a member of
the Congress but a few hours before he delivered his
tirade. A telegram from Salt Lake City announces that
a warrant for his arrest has been issued on the charge
of obtaining money under false pretences. He is alleged
to have cashed a draft drawn by himself on an Idaho bank
for $90.00 when last in Salt Lake City, at the time and
since having no funds to meet such. At this after-
noon's session of the Congress a basket of roses was
presented to Pence, from the Rose Club, a prominent
womens' organization of Portland.	Of this no notice
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From Oregon Daily Journal,
	  Portland, Oregon, Aug. 27
					    1904

	"To be beaten fairly is a signal for
Salt Lake to be glorious in defeat, but
to be beaten by the underhanded,
despicable methods of a soldier of for-
tune-a man without a roof over his
head; a man whose home is Denver to-
day, San Francisco tomorrow, Boise the
next and Lewiston the fourth day is a
little more than we bargained for.  And
I want to say something about it."
	Judge O.W. Powers wrote a state-
ment for The Journal last evening at
the close of the contest for permanent
headquarters of the Mining congress,
and prefaced it with these remarks. The
judge is angry, very angry indeed. So
are all of the delegates from Salt Lake
and the supporters of that city. They
are angry because Lafe Pence made
what they characterize as an attack
upon the womanhood and manhood of
Utah in furthering the claim of Denver;
because the Rose club of this city pre-
sented Denver's champion with a bou-
quet of flowers, and because Oregon at
the last moment deserted the city of the
saints and cast her lot with the city of
the plains.
		Judge is Indignant.
	Here is Judge Power's statement,
which speaks for itself:
	"To the Editor of The Journal—Lest
some may believe that I am a Mormon,
and therefore conclude that what I may
say is influenced by that fact, let me
say that I am a Gentile, and in Utah, at
least, I am known as one who has com-
batted the things of which the Ameri-
can people have made complaint.
	"On Thursday, in the mining conven-
tion, an assault was made not only upon
our state, but reflection was cast upon
every man and woman within our state.
Today the Rose club of Portland has
added to the injury by presenting its
compliments to the man who insulted
our people.
	"There are in Salt Lake and in Utah,
just as good women, just as good
mothers, just as true ladies as live any-
where in the union.  and those women
I defend against the aspersions cast by
the words of the speaker and by the act
of the Rose club.
	"Let me say that the Mormon people,
whom you affect to despise, would not
treat you in Utah as you have treated
us in Portland.
	"It is manifest that the people of Salt
Lake are not welcome here. We were
in error when we thought that we were.
It is manifest that you want none of us
and none of our money at the Lewis and
Clark exposition. These are but few
Utah people who will force their pres-
ence upon you in the future.
				"O.W. POWERS."

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would ordinarily be taken; roses were presented to me
yesterday after my denunciatory sppeech; but this pre-
sentation to Pence was made by an officer of the Con-
gress in behalf of the womens' club, and as expressly
stated was intended as a mark of appreciation and th
thanks for his speech of yesterday"in defense of the
American home". This increased the indignation of our
delegates and many othesrs. The ladies here from Utah
are incensed beyond measure over the matter.
	August 27: This is the last day of the current ses-
sion of the Congress. Maia and I took early morning
steamer and ascended the Columbia to the Dalles. The
pall of smoke robbed the journey of much scenic inter-
est. Arrived at the Dalles we put up at the Umatilla
hotel. until the arrival of the Took midnight train
east-bound.
	August 28: Sunday: Left train at Baker City, Ore,/
at 11 a.m. According to previous arrangement Brother
David Eccles of Ogden met us at station, and we were
rapidly driven to the meeting house where our Sunday
Scholol was in session. I visited the classes, and
both Maia and I addressed the school. Then I addressed
a prolonged meeting of teachers and officers, called
at my request. Then attended afternoon meeting and I
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[Column 1]
TALMAGE TALKS
ON PORTLAND FIGHT

Found That Prejudice Was Strong
	Even Before the Delegates
		Arrived

OREGONIAN WAS VERY BITTER.

Utah People Were a Unit in All Mat-
	ers Calculated to Bring the Head-
		quarters to Salt Lake.

	Dr. James E. Talmage of the Uni-
versity of Utah returned home this
afternoon from Portland where he went
as a delegate to attend the session of
the Mining congress at that place. Ask-
ed by the Deseret News for a statement
concerning the fight that was waged
against Utah by Lafe Pence, the po-
litical nomad, he said:
	"I reached Portland some days ahead
of the delegation proper, and even at
that early day, discovered a strong
undercurrent of prejudice against Salt
Lake City and Utah. Indeed it was
freely stated to me that the Mormon
question would surely be brought into
the proceedings in some way or an-
other. I expressed surprise and disbe-
lief, inasmuch as the speakers named
on the program to appear in behalf of
Denver, viz., Galbreath and Hamblin,
were known to me to be straightfor-
ward and honorable men, and I felt as-
sured they would make a fair fight.
For several days before the opening of
the congress, the Oregonian showed
its anti-Mormon bias by publishing,
usually in the form of short paragraphs,
rather than as leading articles,
allusions to Utah intended to be con-
temptuous.

[Column 2]
	OPENING OF THE CAMPAIGN.
	On the arrival of the delegation from
Utah, campaign work was begun in
earnest, and in a manner strictly open
and honorable in every respect. Under
the efficient leadership of Mr. John
Dern, chairman of the Utah delegation,
the organization worked as a unit, and
the utmost harmony and singleness of
purpose prevailed in all their delibera-
tions. On motion introduced by Judge
Powers, Thursday afternoon's session
was set apart as early as the preceding
Monday, for the special consideration
of the permanent headquarters ques-
tion. The Utah delegation went to the
convention hall at the time of the spe-
cial order, in a four horse tallyho, with
other carriages, the whole headed by a
brass band, and accompanied by boys
bearing banners. By the way, the Utah
men had decorated the assembly hall
with banners and mottos, and thus
made their presence and purpose
known.
	JUDGE POWERS' FINE ADDRESS.
	When the question at issue was
brought fairly before the congress,
Judge Powers, who had been officially
announced on the printed program as
the speaker chosen to represent Utah,
and to speak in behalf of Salt Lake as
the place for permanent headquarters,
took the platform and delivered a mas-
terly address which we all considered
was absolutely free from any objec-
tionable statement or reference what-
soever. He was followed by Lafe
Pence, who prefaced his address by an-
nouncing that Mr. Hamblin of Denver
was absent and that he appeared by
request in Hamblin's place. His entire
speech was directed to criticism of Utah
and her people, and was practically de-
void of even a pretense of reason or
argument in favor of Denver.
When he so far forgot him-
self as to make sneering in-
sinuations intended to reflect on the
honor and morality of the people of
Utah, several members of the delega-
tion sprang to their feet in anger.
	PENCE THE COWARD.
	Judge Powers, to whose address
Pence claimed to be making a reply,
demanded, that the speaker drop in-
sinuations, and state plainly what he
meant. With a cowardice that was
despicable Pence tried to dodge the 
question. Personally I had intended
to say nothing at the session, but at
the request of Chairman Dern and oth-
er members of the Utah delegation, I
took the floor to reply to Pence. Judge
Richards, the president of the congress,
stated to me personally, after the ses-
sion that he had stepped up behind
Pence while the latter was delivering
his tirade, and told him he was going
too far; and that he would be called
down if he did not cease, but the chair-
man failed to exercise his authority,
and stop the mouth of the slanderer.

[The following is written below above]
Continued on page
following p. 34.
[The following is written sideways on left side of page]
Deseret Evening News, Aug. 30, 1904

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adressed the people in their sacrament meeting. A
special meeting was called at night, at which I deliv-
ered a lecture on"Names and Titles". Plans to leave
by night train were frustrated by lateness of train.
During our stay here we have been the guests of Brother
and Sister David Eccles.
	August 29: Resumed journey on morning east-bound
train.
	Aug. 30: Arrived at Salt Lake City shortly before
1 p.m.; train nearly five hours late. Went to the
house; and then Maia left for Provo by afternoon trainn
I was interviewed by the Deseret News as to the pro-
ceedings at Portland; and during the afternoon I met
the First Presidency and gave an account of the proceed
ings. We of the delegation and the people in gen-
eral do not feel greatly aggrieved over the defaeat of
our city; but we do feel that we have been unfairly
treated and that the methods employed to secure vic-
tory for Denver were underhanded and malicious.

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[left column]	HOW SALT LAKE LOST.
	The Utah men fought hard to have
the vote determining the location of
the permanent headquarters, taken that
afternoon, but Denver saw the advant-
age attending the postponement, and
worked to secure it; moreover, the
members of the congress were by this
time weary, and a motion to carry
the special order over until the next

day prevailed. Many who had pledged
themselves to vote for Utah, notably
the delegations from Texas and Wash-
ington, left Portland that night; and
next day, when the vote was finally
taken, Utah could muster but part of
the strength on which we had counted.
Furthermore, on that day, many were
brought in and hurriedly registered as
delegates from Oregon, and practically
all the votes of such newly made dele-
gates went to Denver.
I heartily join with Judge Powers in
praising the unselfish and earnest work
of the Utah delegation, without excep-
tion as to a single member. As to the
organization of the congress in general,
there will have to be some sweeping
changes before it attains the recogni-
tion and dignity to which it aspires.
When I left for Portland, I had no
thought that irresponsible men whose
connection with the congress would
cease with adjournment on the last day
of the annual session, would be per-
mitted to vote on a question so impor-
tant to the future growth of the insti-
tution. The congress has a well defined
membership; the members are at least
supposed to be vitally and permanently
interested in the success of the organ-
ization; delegates may attend for a sin-
gle session, and many of them are nev-
er heard of again in connection with
the congress. The congress in its ses-
sion at Butte, two years ago, was lit-
erally swamped with miners, many of
them illiterate and unnaturalized aliens
who were brought in as Montana dele-
gates, to vote on questions assumed to
be of interest to that state.

[right column]
		UTAH'S OFFENDING.
	The only semblance of excuse put for-
ward in partial justifcation of Pence's
assault, is that Utah had offended
Colorado, firstly in displaying a ban-
ner, "No strikes in Utah," and sec-
ondly, in the fact that Judge Powers
referred to Utah's comparative free-
dom from labor troubles, and to Col-
orado's present painful situation in
this respect. The excuse is weak and
futile, for surely, troubles between mine
owners and their employes con-
stitute a fit subject for discus-
sion, at a mining congress; but I fail
to se what connection can possibly
be found between the work of the Con-
gress and questions of church or so-
ciological importance in Utah or any
other state. In the langauge of the
resolutions adopted by the Utah dele-
gation, in behalf of themselves and of
the people whom they represented "the
[line text upside-down] remarks and insinuations on the part
of the Colorado delegation were in their
nature, and in the manner of their de-
livery, vindictive and vicious, and were
made with malicious intent to ast
gratuitous insult on the people of
Utah." We are not complaining be-
cause we were defeated, but I think
every citizen of Utah has a right not
only to complain of, but to protest
against the underhanded and despicable
means employed to accomplish defeat
for Salt Lake and victory for Den-
ver." 
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										1904.	
	August 31: The Governor of Utah, Heber M. Wells,
discussed with me today the Portland matter?. He ex-
presses great satisfaction with the action of the delega-
tion in returning the fire directed our people; and
states that he has ascertained that the fellow, Pence,
was paid $100. for his speech.
	September 1: Paula arrived home today, expecting to
find Mama and the rest of the family here.
	Sept. 2: Day spent at Murray and in the vicinity
of the smelters, investigating damages from smelter
fumes.
	Sept. 3: Consultation on affairs of Sheba mines.
	Sept. 4: Sunday; Fast day: Morning prayer meeting in
Temple; then forenoon fast meeting in Temple; at each
of these meetings I was one of several speakers. This
day I learnred of illness of Brother Nelson A. Em
Empey of the 13th Ward. I called at the residence this
afternoon and was shocked to find the Bishop in the
throes of a severe attack of pneumonia. I remained
until 5.30 o'clock, at which time he passed away.He
will be remembered as one who loved his fellow-men.
As a citizen, as a business man, as a Church worker,
and in every capacity in which I have known him he has
appeared to me an a great man.
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								       1904.	
	Sept. 5, and 6: In consultation on mining cases.
	Sept. 7. Attended funeral of the late Bishop Em-
pey, which was held in the Assembly Hall. I was one
of several speakers on the occasion. 	  Left by night 
train eastward bound.
	Sept. 8: Left train at Helper at 1 a.m. and took
a room at the station hotel. At 8.15 resumed journey
by branch-line train and proceeded to Sunnyside. After-
noon spent in mine examination in relation to a case
involving source of certain water flows. Slept at
the Company's office.
	Sept. 9: Rresumed work early; took afternoon train
for home. Through train due at Helper at 6.45 was
delayed; left Helper at 10.30.
	Sept. 10: Reached Salt Lake City at 3.25; arrived
home at 4 a.m. Found Wife and all the children ex-
cept Sterling home.
	Sept. 11: At 10 a.m. attended first Faculty meet-
ing of the year at the University. Sterling returned
today.
	Sept. 11: Sunday: Uusal meetings. At the evening
meeting in the 27th Ward, Elder Joseph Wells of the
Stake Presidency and I were the speakers.
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	Sept. 13: Visited mining properties at Bingham
in company with and at instance of Brother Joseph
Nelson. Returned home at night.
	Sept: 16--17: Registration days at the University.
	Sept. 18: Sunday: Forenoon committee meeting and
afternoon consultation regarding University Sunday
School. Decided to conduct the work this year as lec-
ture courses, of which there will be one on the Book
of Mormon by Brother John M. Mills, and one on the
subject "Jesus The Christ" by myself.
	Sept. 19: Instruction commenced at the University.
	Sept. 21: The knell of another departed year in my
life. Forty-two years old today.
	Sept. 23: Evening address in the Eleventh Ward at
a missionary reunion.
	Sept. 25: University Sunday School; introductory
lecture beginning the course on "Jesus The Christ".
Printed outlines are prepared, and this feature is to
be continued throughout the course.
	Sept. 29: Wife's birthday. Left by night train
for Soldier Summit; arrived shortly before midnight;
took quarters at the office of the American Ozocerite
Company.
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	Sept. 30: Mine examination ofn the property of the
company named.
	October 1: Examination continued. Spent part of day
at Colton on the company's property. Took train for
home, starting just before midnight---several hours
behind schedule time.
	Oct. 2: Sunday: Reached home about 3 a.m. Temple
meeting at 8 a.m.; then followed Sunday School lecture
on "Jesus, His names and titles". Afternoon fast
meeting in our ward at which I officiated in confirm-
ing Daughter Elsie as a member of the Church. She
was baptized at the tabernacle font yesterday, Elder
H.K.Aldous officiating. Evening lecture in the Third
Ward, subject,"The old and the new".
	October 3: In court as witness in smelter cases.
Evening meeting of the High Priests' quorum of Ensign
Stake, atnwhich I was one of many speakers.
	October 6: 75th Annual semi-annual conference of
the Church began.
	October 7: Conference continued; I attended evening
general priestdhood meeting.
	Oct. 8: Attended special council meeting of the
priesthood. 
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										    1904.
	Oct. 9: Sunday: MorningSunday School lecture, topic:
"Christ predicted and foreordained"?. General confer-
ence closed with afternoon session. Evening confer-
ence of Deseret Sunday School Union. I had small part
on the program, speaking on the subject "Grading in
Sunday Schools".
	October 14: Attended called consultation meeting
with the First Presidency and others. A committee of
three--Apostle C.W.Penrose, Elder B.H.Roberts of the
First Council of Senventies, and myself-- was ccreated
with the appointment to throroughly examine all the
evidence and references to Church doctrines and publi-
cations therein occurring, as accumulated during the
investigation by the Senate Committee relative to
the protest against the confirmation of Senator Reed
Smoot's place in the U.S.Senate. The so-called inves-
tigation has developed into an arraignment of the
Church. The published proceedings of the affair up
to date|as,issued by the Government, fill a bb book
of 1086 pages. The brethren regard the work of exam-
ination as so important that the committee this day
appointed , or rather each member of the committee, is
advised to lay aside all other work possible.

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.				  1904.	
	October 16: Sunday: Topic of lecture at Sunday
School: "The need of a Redeemer,".
	Oct. 17: Evening lecture at the University under the
auspices of the Engineering Society on "Sun, moon,and
stars", with stereopticon illustrations.
 2318: Sunday. Usual meetings; Sunday School lecture
on last Sunday's topic continued. A printed outlaine
of the lecture is furnished the audience at each ses-
sion, 5000 copies of each being pr inted each week.
	29: Saturday; field day with geology classes.
	 30: Sunday School lecture on"The Fall".
	 31: Evening meeting of the Committee referred to
under date of the 14th inst. This work has reduced my
hours of possible sleep to about five per night. It
was at first decided by President Joseph F. Smith that
I be relieved temporarily from the University Sunday
School work; but this action has not been realized. Thus
far we have done little aside from reading the volumin-
ous record of proceedings already had.
	November 2: Left by night train for Iron County to
meet an appointment of long standing.
	3: Train reached Lund at 2 p.m.---five hours late.
Took stage at this point and proceeded to Iron Springs,
where in anticipation of arrival on schedule time, in
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which case I would have had a few hours to spend on th
the iron properties, Brother Jedidiah Jones of Cedar
City was awaiting me with team and light carriage.We
drove with all speed to Cedar, arriving about 7.15.
An evening lecture had been announced to begain at
7.30 o'clock. I entered the hall about 15 minutes
late. The lecture was given in the Branch Normal
School building, subject: "Likes and dislikes". Took
quarters at the Corey House, kept by the former
bishop of the ward.
	November4: Early drive to the iron properties,
where I was engaged in field work until evening.
Special purpose of my visit is that of examining
further the lode claims concerning which there has
been so much litigation. My first work in the mat-
ter was commenced April 1903, about the 17th. The
case has been decided in favor of the parties for
whom I appeared, but it is necessary to locate with
fair accurachy the center line of the outcrop: this
I am now to do. In this case I was asked by each
side to investigate and testify; I took the side I
thought to be right; though perhaps hope of finan-
cial gain if considered at all would have indicated
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								  11/4/1904; con.
Returned to Cedar City at night,and lectured in the
tabernacle under Mutual Improvement appointment on
"What's in a name?" Called on the afflicted family
of my friend, brother, and school-mate, M.H.Dalley.
The eldest daughter was buried yesterday as a result
of the ravages of typhoid fever, an disease very pre-
valent here at present. Another daughter in the fam-
ily is prostrate from the same ailment.
	November 5: Took part in admintering to Bro. Dalley's
daughter. Then drove to the iron properties and con-
tinued field work until 2 p.m. Drove to Iron Springs,
and proceeded thence by stage to Lund. Took train for
home three hours behind time.
	6: Sunday: Train arrived an hour and a quarter
late. Hastened to University Sunday School without
stopping even to brush off the dust of the desert, and
delivered half hour's lecture on the topic announced,
"The atonement". Committee meeting during the after-
noon.
	8: Election day. Attended session of the Commit-
tee during late afternoon and early evening. Great
excitement over the presidential election, and in
Utah an interest no less intense over local election.
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.					1904.   
	November 9: Night session of the committee lasting
until 11:30. Election returns as at present an-
nounced indicate a sweeping victory for the Republican
party thoughout the country. The same result as to
the candidates for State and County offices in Utah.
A miserable aggregation of disappointed office-seekers
and disgruntled politicians has appeared in Utah under
the name of "The American Party of Utah". This abor-
tive monstrosity has appealed to the voters of the stat <state>
to put down "church dictation in politics", "polygamy
as a paramount living issue" etc., etc.,the prime
purpose being to assail and injure the Church, probab-
ly with the hope of gain to the members of the mis-
named party. The assaults have been most outrageous
and the lies published and declared from the stump
by these un-American "Americans" are past number,
and in magnitude beyond description. Not one of the
candidates of this nondescript aggregation has been
elected according to present returns.
	News of the most awful kind arrives daily as to
the fierce war now raging between the Russians and
the Japanese. The fall of Port Aurthur, which has
been long expected as athe inevitable result of the
persistent seige by the Japanese, appears imminent.
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									1904.	
Nov. 11: Went to Bingham by early train and resumed
work on the U. S. Mining Company's property in com-
pany with Messrs Palmer, Dunyon, and Smith.
	Nov. 12; Work continued; returned home at night.
	Nov. 13: Sunday; Usual Sunday School lecture; after-
noon meeting ocf committee on church matters.
	Nov. 145: Afternoon meeting of Sunday School Board;
evening committee meeting lasting till a late hour.
	Nov. 156; Bingham by evening train.
	Nov. 19; Work on kmining property since last entry;
returned home tonight.
	Nov. 20: Sunday: Morning lecture in Sunday School--
"God, the Creator"; committee meetings rest of the day.
	Nov. 23: Went to Provo by evening train and spent
a few hours with the folks. George, my brother, is
about to start on a mission to New Zealand, and this
may be the last time I will have an opportunity of
seeing him before his departure. He is the first
of Father's house to be called on a mission in the
ordinary way; and we are proud of the fact that he to
represent the family in the missionary field. A fam-
ily gathering has been planned for tomorrow, but I 
shall not be able to attend.

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	Nov. 24: Reached home from Provo at 2.30 a.m. This
is Thanksgiving Day. Wife and some of the children
left for Provo by early train; I took morning train
to Bingham and resumed work on the mining properTty.
the demands of the case now in court and about to be
opened on trial compel mye to work today.
	Nov. 26: Mining work since last report; returned
to the city tonight and attended late consultation on
the case involved.
	Nov. 27: Sunday: Morning meeting as usual; by call
I made an address.  Then followed Sunday School session
at which I lectured on "The God of Abraham, Isaac, and
Jacob". Night meeting of the committee, on church
investigation.
	Nov. 28: Morning lectures at the university; rest
of the day in court. The case in connection with
which I have long been engaged at intervals investigat-
ing the property at Bingham came to trial today. I was
on the witness stand during the afternoon.
	Nov. 29: On witness stand again today, both forenoon
and afternoon.
	Nov. 30: --Dec. 2: Court proceedings each day.
	Dec. 43: To Bingham by morning train nad back by n
night train; day spent on the ground in controversy.
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										1904.
	Dec. 4: Sunday: Sunday School lecture on "The God
of Israel".
	Dec. 5: Trial resurdmed. Evidence finsished.
	Dec. 7: School election for members of them Board
of Education. This is to be regarded as rather an im-
portant veevent inasmuch as the so-called "American
Party" had placed a ticket in the field.
	Dec. 8: Election returns show that the un-"American"
party elected one of their candidates on the school tick-
et; and this was accomplished by the vote of the immoral
element from the disreputable part of the city.
	Dec.9: Yesterday and today I have been engaged in
meetings with the First Presidency and Twelve, consider-
ing doctrinal matters pertaining to the Church.
	 Dec. 10: Field day with the students.
	Dec. 11: Sunday. Lecture at University Sunday School
on "The God of Israel".
	Dec. 15: Day spent on the farms in the vicinity of
the smelters at Murray and West Jordan.
	 Dec. 18: Sunday: Lecture on 'The God of Ephraim and
of Judah".
	  Dec. 24: At Murray and West Jordayn engaged in
smelter-fumes investigation.
	  Dec. 25: Sunday and Christmas Day. Spent in meet-
ings and at home.
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											1904.
	December 26: Observed as Christmas holiday. My bro-
ther Albert is with us, and we spent the day in a pleas-
ant family fashion.
	Dec. 29, and 30:In court attending trial of smelter Iron County
cases.
	Dec. 31: Day spent in laboratory. Thus ends the
year. Wevare thankful and happy to be brought to the
close of another year with our family unbroken, and all
in fair health.
						J. E Talmage
				Salt Lake City, Utah.



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Volume XI
Personal Journal
J.E. TALMAGE
1905 1906 1907 1908

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James E. Talmage
Salt Lake City, Utah
	Journal 1895.

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Journal 1905

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			  PERSONAL JOURNAL		

			James Edward Talmage	

		       SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH.

					1905.

1905.
	January 1: Sunday. The first day of the new year
finds our little family well and happy, all at home at
970 First Street, Salt Lake City, Utah. Albert, my
sightless brother is visiting with us.
	The day was spent in meetignngs, the forenoon in a ses-
sion of the Deseret Sunday School Union Board, and the
afternoon and evening in committee meetings on Church
affairs.
	January 4: Shortly before midnight I was served
with a subpoena by the United States Marshall for Utah,
---a subpoena issued by the United States Senate-Commit-
tee on Privileges and Elections, citing me to appear in
Washington on the 10th inst, there to give testimony in
										  
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1905.
the so-called "Smoot case"--- an alleged investigation
into the question of the eligibility of Reed Smoot, duly 
elected U.S.Senator from Utah, to retain his seat in 
the national Senate. The proceedings have become an
arraignment of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints.
	January 9: Resumed work at the University of Utah,
this being the first day of the session since the adjourn
ment for the Christmas holidays. In court during the 
afternoon.
	January 10: 11: Extra lectures at the University in
preparation for departure. Attended committee meetings
in connection with the Washington case, and had inter-
views with the First Presidency on Church matters.

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1905
January 12:  Left home, bound
for Washington DC.  Took passage
by Oregon Short Line and Union
Pacific lines, leaving Salt Lake
City at 1.10 p.m.  Among my fellow
passengers are two who are bound
for the same destination, under
the subpoena of the Senate in
the "Smoot" case, these were Mr.
Glen Miller of Salt Lake City,
who was formerly U.S. Marshall
for Utah, and Mrs. Coulter of Ogden.
Jan. 13. Journey continued without
special incident except as con-
cerning unusual cold.  Readings
of -10° F, -27°, and -35° F were re-
ported at different points in
Wyoming and Nebraska Train
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			   Jan. 13, 1905
schedule time, and the cause
of delay was reported by the
officials as solely due to the
low temperature. They say it is
practically impossible to maintain
the required steam pressure at
such temperatures. And yet, cold
as it was, we travelled in
comfort – tenants of a rolling
palace. This train – the "Overland
Limited" is the best equipped
train in the west. Its scheduled
speed is beyond that of any
other that traverses the western
cordillera; it is made up of
Pulman cars only as passenger
coaches, and comprises in addition
a well fitted and richly
supplied dining car, as well
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				Jan. 13, 1905.
What contrasts between such
travel and the travel of
those who pioneered the way
to make possible this modern
mode of transit.  At Council Bluffs
our Pulman coach was transferred
to the Chicago and Northwestern
line, and we started, several hours
late, on another stage of the
journey.
January 14.  Reached Chicago four
hours late.  My ticket provides
passage over the Baltimore and
Ohio, but the train with which
we were scheduled to connect had
left on time, hours before our
arrival.  Not wishing to start
by the late night train, I decided
to remain for the day.  Took
room at the Palmer House. <(
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Temperature here reported is —5° F.

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				Jan. 14, 1905.
Attended theatre and witnessed
Richard Mansfield as the Tzar
in Tolstoi's "Ivan the Terrible."
The subject had special interest
for me owing to my experience
in Russia; but Mansfield was
wholly disappointing.
January 15. Resumed bjourney
leaving Chicago by B. and O
trains 10.40 a.m. Met on the
train Messrs. Fernstrom and
Anderson of Salt Lake City – who
are summoned as witnesses.
January 16. Arrived at Washing-
ton 1.20 pm. Took quarters
at the Raleigh. As speedily
as possible I made my way
to the Capitol and reported
at the room of the Committee
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progress. Judge McCarty of the
Supreme Court of Utah was on
the stand during the greater part of
the afternoon. At night I was
called to a consultation at the
home of the Senior counsel for
Senator Smoot, — Mr. Augustus S.
Worthington. It was midnight when
I returned to the hotel.
January 17. In attendance at the
committee sessions. Another night
session in consultation with Colonel
Worthington.
January 18. Judge Miner of Utah was
recalled at the opening of the
fore-noon session (10 a.m.); he remained
but a few minutes on the stand.
I was then called and was under
direct examination during the
forenoon and for about half
of the afternoon setting.  Cross-

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				Jan. 18, 1905
examination was then begun, and
I was under fire until adjournment.
The attorney for the protestants-
Mr Tayler of Ohio is said to have
been extremely keen and persistent
with witnesses in the earlier stages
of the so-called investigation;
my judgment of his characteristics
as an examining counsel may
be briefly expressed - "tricky, and
practically unprincipled in his
methods rather than strong." I had
to demand repeatedly that he
frame his questions so as to make
them definite and un ambiguous
before I would attempt to answer.
Well, the testimony is of record,
and the purpose  and intent of
both counsel and witness can
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Jan. 18. 1905
The chief element in my testimony
is doctrinal explanation. Among
the books already introduced in ev-
idence in the case is "The Articles
of Faith," and I have had to
make plain (seemingly a questionable
compliment to the author that such
is necessary) some of the statements
then made. The imprint appearing
on the title page "Written by ap-
pointment, and published by the
Church" appeared to give the
book a place of prominence in
the minds of the Committeemen.
The testimony as to doctrinal
matters is I believe in strict
accord with the conclusions reached
in deliberations of our committee at
home and in conference with the
First Presidency.
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					      1905.
January 19.  Cross examination re-
sumed at the opening of the
forenoon session; I remained on
the stand throughout the session.
January 20.  Senator Smoot himself
took his place in the witness
chair.  Much speculation has
been indulged in as to whether
he would appear as a witness
in his own behalf.  He was put
forward at this time, as his
counsel explained, owing to 
the non-arrival of certain wit-
nesses subpoenaed to be here
before this day; had there been
other witnesses with whom
to proceed, the Senator would
have waited.  It is the general
feeling that Bro. Smoot did his
case much good by his own
testimony.   His greatest uncertainty
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Jan. 21 1905
was manifested in connection
with questions on the doctrines
and theology of the Church.
This we all regret, because in
view of the testimony long ago
made part of the record in this
case, that the First Presidency
and Twelve are to the people
"prophets, seers, and revelators,"
any statement from one of these
officials on doctrinal points
would appear to the Committee
in the nature of an authoritative
exposition, so that any variation
expressed by a layman would
be of little worth to them, ex-
cept to show conflict of opinion
and confusion in evidence. An
early adjournment was taken this
afternoon owing to Bro. Smoot's
indisposition.

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				Jan. 21 1905.
January. 21. Senator Smoot occu-
pied the witness stand during
the forenoon. No afternoon
session was held. This respite
afforded me the first opportunity
I have had to make some visits
to places of interest. Most of
the afternoon was spent at
the Smithsonian Institution
and National Museum.

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1905.
Jan. 22.- Sunday. Remained in
hotel greater part of the day,
awaiting possible call in con-
ference on doctrinal points
touched upon in Bro. Smoot's 
testimony. Consultation with Atty.
F. S. Richards during late after-
noon, and again near the mid-
night hour. At the instance of
several of our people here resident
a meeting was held beginning
at 8 o'clock at the residence of
Brother and Sister Lund, on Second
Street. The exercises comprised prayer
and an address, the latter by
myself. Singing was omitted at
Bro. Smoot's suggestion. Bro. Smoot
however was not present. Among
those present were Bro. Howell 
(Utah's Congressman) Brothers Pyne
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					Jan 22, 1905.
Geo. Weiler, Bro. Cannon (Secretary to
Congressman Howell) Bro. and Sister
Lund, and several other members
of our Church as well as a
member of friends of our people
not yet connected with the
Church.
January 23.  Senator Smoot was
under cross-examination during the
greater part of the day.  I attended
consultation with attorneys at
night.
January 24.  Principal witness today
was Attorney Frank B. Stephens
of Salt Lake City.  I was recalled
during the afternoon, and testified
for a short time.  Other witnesses
were recalled also.  We were all
excused from further attendance,
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				January 24,
					   1905.
Today I witnessed in the Senate
a procedure not seen for a gen-
eration past, – not since the days
of Andrew Johnson. This is the
impeachment of a federal official
by the House of Representatives
and his trial before the Senate.
The defendant in this case is
Charles Swayne judge of the
U.S. courts for the northern
district of Florida. he is accused
of malfeasance in office. At the
appointed hour today the Senate
received the Chief Justice of the
U.S. Supreme Court who administered
to the Senators the presented oath. 
One of them – Scott– "affirmed",
and would not "swear" The "Managers"
from the House then appeared and
formally demanded that Charles  (
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Swayne be summoned before the Senate
and tried. The trial proper is to
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			1905.
						1905.
January 25. At opening of
morning session Attorney Worthington
surprised the committee and opposing
counsel by announcing that
the respondents had no further
testimony to offer. George Sutherland
(former Congressman and at present
Senator-elect from Utah) also
ex-governor A.L. Thomas are in
attendance under subpoena, but
it has been decided by Counsel
not to call either of them
to the witness stand. Arguments
are to begin tomorrow; five hours
are allowed to each side. As
soon as I was able to meet
the chief clerk in the disbursing
department, I drew the expense
money allowed under the order
of subpoena, and left Washington
by B. & O. train, for Philadelphia.

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			January 25, 1905.
Took room at Green's hotel,
Philadelphia. Present conditions
demand at least passing mention
of the weather. From the time of
my arrival in Washington and
till yesterday afternoon the weather
conditions were those of balmy
spring. Yesterday a snow storm
set in; last night a wind joined
it; this morning a blizzard
was in evidence; this has in-
creased in power until the
present, and at this writing
the elements manifest thei power
of a raging fury. By the time
our train reached Wilmington, Del.
this afternoon, the swirling snow
hid from view everything beyond
2 feet from the train. We reached
Philadelphia much belated, and (
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amidst storm music of a terrifying
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January 25, 1905. 
About 11 p.m. I ventured out intending
to walk a short distance to ob-
serve conditions for myself. I was
literally carried along by the gate; 
and was utterly powerless to
make headway against it.
By taking advantage of occasional
lulls I worked my way back
from one shop entry to another,
and having regained the hotel
was content to remain there.
Late despatches tell of the destructive
fury of the storm throughout
the eastern states. Trains are run-
ning irregularly, or not at all
on some lines, and in the cities
street car traffic is practically
stopped. Reports of casualties
and fatalities are already coming
in. Intense cold is a feature
of the unusual storm.

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				Jan. 	1905.
January 26. This morning the
storm is still in control, though
evidently its strength is waning.
Local temperature is reported as
ranging from 5°F. to 0°F; this
with the prevalent humidity means
much suffering. Official reports
characterize the storm as one of
the fiercest on record. The conditions
in New York are described as
even worse than those prevailing
here. Many deaths are reported
from that city. People unable
to reach their homes from the
business districts flocked to the
hotels, until these were crowded,
and the despatches say thousands
of applicants were denied lodgings.
I remained indoors most of 
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January 26, 1905.
And now, as the blizzard has
forced upon me a little leisure,
my thoughts went to the Smoot
case in Washington. The salient
facts are these: Reed Smoot was
duly elected U.S. Senator by the
Utah legislature, two years ago.
Trouble was threatened in blatant
announcements by the disreputable
"Tribune." A protest against Smoot
being allowed to take his seat
was presented; this was gotten up
by E.B. Critchlow of Salt Lake City,
and signed by him and 18 others.
The Senate, however, permitted
Smoot to take his seat he having
subscribed to the oath of office.
The question of his fitness to sit
as a Senator was referred to the
senate Committee on Privileges
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was started a year ago. The
main charges are these:–
	That an apostle or other high
official of the "Mormon" Church
is unfit to be a member of the
natural legislature, because he
of necessity recognises and obeys
an authority, exercised by man,
superior to the law of the nation
as far as he is concerned.
    The the First Presidency and
Twelve Apostles compose a self-
perpetuating body of 15 men who
hold and excercise supreme
control over the masses of the
"Mormon people.
That these men or some of
them openly and defiantly practise
polygamy, and all encourage
connive at, and condone such
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That these men dictate and
control the policy and practices
of the people in politcal affairs.
That the doctrine of the Church
openly taught and inculcated, as
to the continuance of divine rev-
elation to man, and the claim that
the Church does now receive rev-
elation from God, is proof of the
claim that the "Mormon" church
and people acknowledge and
yield allegiance to a power
above that of the government.
In the course of the "investigation"
everything offered by the prostestants
I were it only the vaguest and
least founded of rumors, has been
admitted as evidence.  Certain
members of the Committee (Burrows,
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Jan. 26 1905.
have tried persistently to ob-
tain from witnesses a description
of the temple or endowment
ceremonies. One J. H. Wallis, Senior,
of Salt Lake City, a Mrs. Elliott, 
and a few other apostates from 
the Church, have professed to
give details as to these sacred 
ceremonies, but have presented
their evidence in so garbled
and false a form as to disprove
itself. Particular attention has
been given to alleged "oaths" and
prescribed penalties for divulging
the same. Reed Smoot has been
virtually lost sight of in the
case; it is the Church that is
assailed. The opinion of the
attorneys for Smoot is that their
"case" is in good condition. I am
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January 27. Visited apparatus
supply houses and museums.
January 28. Early breakfast at
the Automat. This establishment
is a type of the best developed
coin-in-the slot devices. Fitted
up in splendid style, it offers
a varied bill of fare at the
command of the customer without
waiters or the inconvenience of
delays. Hot tea, coffee, chocolate,
etc. are on tap, but the solid
viands are cold. There is however
an electric call system by which
you indicate your choice of
hot dishes, which are then pre-
pared to order and delivered
on the marble shelf with no
animate attendant in sight.

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				Jan 28, 1905.
My last experience in an eating
house of this type was in Ham-
burg, years ago. The equipment
and mode of operation here are
far superior to the continental
arrangements of the past.
Traveled by B.&O. line to
New York and took room at
my headquarters of yore- the
Everett house. The city shows
the effects of the recent bliz-
zard. Surface car traffic is
stopped over a great part of
the city, and walls of snow
three feet high line the streets.
Thousands of men are engaged
in hauling away the snow; and
as reported, the cost of removing
the snow alone is placed at
$300,000 The papers still report (
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Jan. 28, 1905.
Arrived too late for the little
business I had planned to transact
Spent later part of the day
visiting museums.
News of truly terrifying con-
ditions in Russia is reported in
each succeeding issue of the
press. The story of the Russo-
Japanese war to date is one
long story of defeat for the
Russians: and now internal strife
is violently shaking the very
throne of the Czar. On Sunday
last — the 22nd. word came of
a general strike on the part
of the laboring classes in
St. Petersburg; the strikes were
met by armed force and as the
despatches assert, thousands were
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of the spread of the strike 
movement to Moscow and many 
other cities, and talk of a 
general insurrection is current.
General Trepoff, heretofore Chief
of Police in St. Petersburg, has 
been made Governor-General of 
the city with autocratic powers;
he is represented  as having a
record for severity and cruelty.
Doubtless exaggeration is to be 
inferred in connection with the 
reports, but as far as press 
dispatches are at all indicative, 
the horror is growing. Poland is 
reported as in a state of revolt:
and the empire of the Antr[--]
is assailed and ominously
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					1905.
January 29. Sunday. Early ride
by subway train to Harlem.
The subway but recently opened,
is a gigantic enterprise. Riding
through these underground chan-
nels – more properly caverns – in
dustless, smokeless, well lighted
electric cars, one thinks of London's
"Underground" as of a disquiet-
ing dream of ancient inconvenience.
	Called at Church head-quarters
151 West 123rd Street, - an old
house occupying a plot of ground
25 feet frontage, recently bought
by our Church. This purchase is
typical of a change in Church
practice marked by the estab-
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Jan. 29. 1905.
Met at head quarters the president
of the Conference - Elder J. G. McQuarrie 
and Elder Porter. After learning
hours of Sunday School and meetings
I hastened to the temporary residence
of my old friend and associate, Bro.
J.R. Clark; then to the home of
Bro. Fred. J. Pack. The meeting with
these brethren and their families
was to me most enjoyable. Bros.
Clark and Pack are students
in the graduate schools of
Columbia University, the former
in the department of law, the
latter in that of geology and
mining. At 1 o'clock Sunday
School opened. I visited the
departments (3) and addressed the
classes in turn; then addressed the

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				  Jan. 29, 1905.
reassembled School. A meeting of
officers and teachers (really attended
by all members of the School except
the primary pupils) followed; at
this meeting I gave general in-
structions and answered questions.
At 3.15 the regular afternoon
service was begun. Here again
I was the speaker. At 4.30 I
returned "down town" by subway
express, and at 8 o'clock was
back in the meeting hall (13th
151 West 125th St.) at evening
service. By appointment accepted
this afternoon I delivered an address.
After meeting I met many old friends,
and made acquaintance with new
ones. Attendance both afternoon
and evening was large. Many of the
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				   Jan 29. 1905.
Had the pleasure of meeting
Colonel Willard Young and family,
(the Colonel is teacher of the
S.S. theology class); Elders Jacobs,
& Mc Farlane and others here on
missions; Messrs. Richards and
Ward (U. of U. men now studying
Medicine at Columbia; Sister
Cooper, Thomas, Taylor, Thatcher
and others. Bro. Clark ac-
companied me on my midnight
ride back to the hotel. I feel
tonight as one having spent
the day with his own kith
and kin. The love inspired by
the Gospel of Christ surpasses
all understanding. Letter from
home brings word that all were
well at the time of writing - the
23rd. 					  (
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January 30. Early return to
Harlem. Spent considerable
part of the forenoon at Columbia,
meeting the professors in the
departments of geology, mineralogy,
and mining, and in inspecting
museums and laboratories. My
friend Bro. Fred J. Pack has made
a mark already in the estimation
of his professors as a man of
great worth and ability. He is
here at my suggestion and instiga-
tion; and I have long indulged
the hope of his becoming my
successor in professional work at
home. He understands the situation
thoroughly — though no assurance
or promise binds either of us.
Spent later part of day in
business and in preparations for
my homeward journey. 	
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January 31. Left shortly after
midnight by Baltimore and
Ohio railway, westward bound.
Severe weather continued during
the day. Impressive pyrotechnic
spectacle was presented by
the flaming furnaces at
Connelsville, Mckeesport, and
Pitsburg, which places we
passed at night.
February 1. Arrived at Chicago
five hours behind schedule
time. Took room at the
Palmer House. Latter part
of the day was spent in
business and writing. Despatched
letters and an article for
the "Star," to England.	(
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1905.
February 2. Day devoted to
business and visits to places
of interest, including gem-stone
establishments. Recorded temper—
ature is reported as reaching
—14° F. Left Chicago by
night Overland Limited train.
Had as travelling companions
former U.S. Marshall Glen
Miller of Salt Lake City and
Brother Oleen Stohl of Brig–
ham City, both of whom are
returning from Washington.
February 4. Arrived home
shortly after 8 p. m. Found
all family well.
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1905.
	February 5: Sunday: Prayer meeting in temple at
8 a.m; delivered address by call of the presiding
officer. Attended forenoon fast meeting in the tem-
ple and was one of many speakers. At 12:30 p.m. re-
sumed charge of theology class of University Sunday
School; delivered address on "Jesus the Christ,"
presenting a general resume of preceding lectures
and outline of the work to come.
	February 6: Resumed work at the University of
Utah. Attended high priests meeting at night; the
principal features in the program centered about the
recent proceedings at Washington.
	February 7: Interview with the First Presidency;
the bretheren expressed satisfaction with my part in
the senatorial drama. Attended regular meeting of
the Deseret Sunday School Union Board.
	February 10: Visit of the State Legislature at
the University; afternoon dinner served in honor of
the occasion; I officiated as toastmaster. Monthly
priesthood meeting of the Ensign Stake at night; by
appointment I delivered an address dealing with cur-
rent events in Church History.
	February 12: Sunday: University Sunday School
lecture, "The Baptist and the Savior." At night at-
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1905.
tended last session of Sunday School Conference in 
27th (our own) Ward; by appointment I delivered an
address as a small feature of the program. Felt a
pardonable pride in having a son taking so prominent
a part as Secretary of the Sunday School.
	February 14: Sunday School Union Board meeting;
according to changed arrangements these weekly meet-
ings are to be held at night instead of as hereto-
fore in the afternoon.
	February 17: Spent day at West Jordan and vicin-
ity engaged in investigation of smelter fume effects.
	February 19: Sunday: Sunday School lecture, "The
Babe of Bethlehem". In the evening Elder John Wood-
mansee and I officiated as Home Missionaries in the
11th Ward.
	February 22: Washingtons Birthday— a legal holi-
day generally observed. Through press of work I had 
to devote the day to laboratory investigation.
	February 26: Sunday: Sunday School lecture, "The
Boy of Nazareth". Attended funeral services at 3
p.m. over the remains of Elder Leonard John Nuttal,
who for many years has been one of the most energetic
and efficient members of the Deseret Sunday School 
Union Board. He was in attendance at our board

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1905.
meeting on Tuesday night last, was at work in the
President's office on the 23d and died on the 24th.
His ailment is attributed to exposure attending his
recent journey into distant stakes under Sunday
School Board appointments. A good man gone.
	February 27: Continued smelter investigations at
West Jordan.
	March 3: Went to Bingham in company with Walter
C. Orem and made preliminary investigation of the
Utah Apex property. Returned home at night.
	March 5: Sunday: Sunday School lecture, "The Voice
in the Wilderness". Visited, and administered to
Sister Mary Ann Winters, the aged and much respected
mother of Sister Augusta Grant and a relative of
ours by marriage.
	March 10: Went to Bingham and resumed work on the
Utah Apex property. Put up at the Elmerton. It is a
source of pleasure to find a comfortable and respect-
able hotel in Bingham.
	March 11: Continued work on the Apex property and
returned home at night.
	March 12: Sunday: Delivered address at the morn-
ing meeting in the temple. Lecture at University
Sunday School, "From the Wilderness to Cana", By call

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of the First Presidency I was a speaker at the after-
noon Tabernacle services.
	March 17: Went to Bingham and resumed work on the Ut
Utah Apex property. Put up as usual at the Elmerton.
	March 18: Met some of my students who came out
this morning and spent the day with them in the Red-wing
property. Returned home at night.
	March 19: Sunday: Class lecture today, "The Be-
ginning of Christ's Public Ministry."
	March 21: Interview with the First Presidency
regarding cases of misrepresentation of the attitude
of the Church Authorities in the matter of polyga-
mous marraige. Some people claiming a standing in
the church and many of them even officers in ward
and stake capacities, unwisely and erroneously af-
firm lack of sincerity on the part of the General
Authorities. My position as a witness in the re-
cent proceedings in Washington places me before this
class of people as a sort of target for their arrows
of criticism; and I have referred several individ-
uals to the First Presidency for investigation of
their words and acts.
	March 24: In Bingham continuing work on the Utah
Apex mining property. Returned home at night. At

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a late hour I was called to the Groves Latter Day
Saints Hospital to take part in administering to
certain of the inmates of that institution. Elder
Levi W. Richards and I administered to nine.
	March 26: Sunday: Class lecture, "Honored and Re-
jected", treating the incidents of Christ's welcome
reception among the Samaritans, andHHis rejection
by the Nazarenes. Evening address in the 12th Ward
by appointment of the Stake Presidency. After the
close of the meeting I officiated in setting apart
Elder John Midgely and assisted in setting apart El-
der James Jack, Jr. as Ward Missionaries.
	March 28: Another interview with theFirst Presi-
dency in further consideration of the subject re-
ferred to under date of the 21st inst. Evening meet-
ing of the Deseret Sunday School Union Board.
	April 1: Went to Bingham and resumed work on the
Redwing property. Returned home by night train.
	April 2: Sunday: Class lecture, "Rejected by
his own"
	April 6: Opening of the general Conference of the
Church. At the afternoon session when the names of
the presiding authorities were presented for the
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This is one of the results of the venomous attacks
made of late by apostates from the Church.
	April 7: General Conference continued. General
Priesthood meeting at night.
	April 8: Special Priesthood meeting in connection
with the General Conference.
	April 9: Sunday: Closing sessions of the Confer-
ence. This Conference has been marked throughout by
a spirit of sincerity and harmony among the people.
This evening a general Conference of the Deseret
Sunday School Board was held. Sterling was on duty
in his capacity as a deacon and Sunday School offi-
cer. Addresses were delivered by Asst. Supt. J. M.
Tanner on "The Letter and the Spirit"; and by myself
made by President Joseph F. Smith at the close
the program.
	April 12: Addressed the students of the Latter
Day Saint's University in their general assembly at
ten o'clock today, on the subject, "Revelation, Past,
Present and Future." This was in the nature of a
reply to the published address of a local preacher
named Paden, who attempted to apply scripture to
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direct revelation with the death of the apostles of
old. I consented to deliver this address at the ur-
gent request of President Joseph F. Smith.
	April 14: Went to Bingham and resumed work on the
Redwing property. Put up at the Elmerton.
	April 15: Work continued on the mines. Returned
home by evening train.
	April 16: Sunday: Class lecture, "Miracles and
Parable."
	)))April 20: To Bingham by early train, resumed
work on the Redwing property. Put up at the Elmer-
ton.
	April 21: Work continued; returned home by even-
ing train.
	April 22: In attendance at Federal Court in con-
nection with Smelter cases. In the evening attended
opening session of the Sunday School District Con-
vention here appointed for the Stakes of Salt Lake,
Ensign, Davis and Tooele.
	)))April 23: Sunday: Continuation of the S.S. Con-
vention. The University Sunday School session was
suspended in consequence. During the day I attended
morning and afternoon smeetings of the Theological
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each session. In the evening a general meeting
marked the close of the Convention. At this I was
one of several speakers.
	April 24: After early work at the University I
took the witness stand in the Federal Court to give
testimony on chemical and microscopical matters
connected with the smelter cases. In the evening
delivered illustrated lecture in Barratt Hall on
"Russia and the Russians." This lecture was planned
by the Author's Club, the entire receipts to go to
the Gymnasium fund of the University of Utah.
	April 28: On the witness stand in the Federal
Court.
	April 29: In court; still engaged in smelter
	cases.
	April 30: Sunday: Regular Lecture in University
Sunday School, "Fishers of Men." Evening address
in our own, 27th Ward at regular meeting.
	May 2: After the usual weekly meeting of the
Deseret Sunday School Union Board, had a private in-
terview with President Smith.
	May 3: Interview with the First Presidency re-
garding certain changes I have requested in connec-
tion with the conditions attending the "DeseretProf-

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essorship of Geology" in the University of Utah.
This is the endowed chair established by the Salt
Lake Literary and Scientific Association. The power
to nominate the holder formerly held by the Board of
the association is now by formal transfer vested in
the First Presidency of the Church.
	May 4: Informal meeting of the Board of Trustees
of "The Society for the Aid of the Sightless".  This
organization is now regularly incorporated under the
laws of the State. This days meeting was in the na-
ture of a preliminary session for the perfecting of
the organization.
	May 6: Field Day with the Geology class in the
Cottonwood Canyon.
	May 7: Sunday: Fast Day. Sunday School Lecture,
"Lord of the Sabbath." During the afternoon attended
funeral services in the 12th Ward over the remains
of Sister Ruth Reese. Elders Theodore Nystrom,
J. Golden Kimball and myself were the speakesrs.

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	May 9. Evening lecture at Fort Douglas under the 
auspices of a club maintained for the instruction and 
entertainment of officers and enlisted men. Subject
by request:--Salt Lake Valley, past and present. A v
very cordial reception was tendered, and the attend-
ance and apparent appreciation left nothing to be de-
sired.
	May 14: Sunday: Address at morning prayer[-] meeting
in Temple. Sunday School lecture:"The Chosen Twelve."
Attended afternoon session of Sunday School Convention
comprising Granite, Liberty, Pioneer, and Jordan
stakes, held in Granite Stake tabernacle.
	May 15: Evening lecture in 27th Ward, "Scandinavia
and her People", illustrated by lantern views. Admis-
sion charge was made, the proceeds going  the ward
building fund.
	May 16: Afternoon session of the board of directors
of The Society for the Aid of the Sightless."	 Several
preliminary meetings have been held, but this is the
first official meeting of the officers in an incor-
porated capacity. Evening meeting of the Deseret
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	May 18: To Bingham by early train; day spent in
examination of certain old workings in connection with
Jordan mine. Driven back twice by foul air---so bad
that we could not ignite a match with which tio kindle
our mine candles. By taking advantage of change of
current with the falling temperature of night we made
the desired inspection. Spent the night at the mine
headquarters.
	May 19: Morning walk to the station; took train to
Bingham Junction; thence by foot to U.S. Smelter; then
walked to Highland Boy Smelter; thence to Church Farm
in connection with examination as to alleged injuries
by smelter fumes; thence home by car. Evening recep-
tion (the president's annual function) to Faculty and
graduating students at the University.
	May 21: Sunday: Closing session of the University
Sunday School; subject of lecture--"The Sermon on the
Mount". Large attendance and many pleasing expres-
sions as to the value of the work done in the two cl
classes---Book of Mormon class by Prof. Mills, and the
course of lectures on Jesus, the Christ by myself, were
appreciated features of the last session for the school
season. Evening address in the Seventh Ward on Sunday
School matters, to which I was appointed as one of the
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	May 26: On the witness stand in Federal Court in
connection with smelter damage cases.
	May 28: Sunday: Attended Sunday School in Third
Ward. Immediately following the session attended by
request funeral services of an aged sister--Susan
Napper. Elder Philip Maycock who is one of the Lib-
erty Stake presidency, and myself were the speakers.
The funeral services were conducted by Bishop Hodgson
of the ward, at the residence of the family.
	May 29: Attended annual gathering of the Alumni
Association of the L.D.S.University, and by prior
appointment officiated as toast master at the banquet.
When I was called to preside over this institution it
was known as the Salt Lake Stake Academy; before I was
called to other fields of labor, the school became the
Latter-day Saints Colllege; now it is known as the
Latter-day Saints University, and is under the presiden
cy of Prof. Joshua H. Paul.
	May 30: Memorial Day: Wife and children accompanied
me in an early visit to the grave of our daughter
Zella. Afternoon session of the University Faculty.
	June 1: Last formal class lectures at the Univer-
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	June 4: Sunday: Attended forenoon fast meeting in
Temple; then afternoon fast meeting in our Ward, at
which latter I was one of several speakers.	In the
evening wife and I attended the annual baccalaureate
sermon to the University graduating classes, delivered
by Bishop Spaulding of Episcopal Church, at the
First Congregational Church.
	June 5: Afternoon reception by the Faculty to the
graduating classes. Evening meeting of the High Priest
quorum of Ensign Stake, at which I was called to be
the speaker.
	Jujne6: Closing exercises of the schools of Salt
Lake County, held in the Assembly Hall. According to
prior appointment I delivered the address to graduates.
	June 8: Commencement Day at the University. The ex-
ercises were held in the evening in the Salt Lake
Theatre.
	June 14: Our wedding day; seventeen years we have
been married. My one wish is that I were more worthy
of the treasures of Wife and children given unto me.
	June 16: By request I formed one of a large company
visiting the lake and crossing the northern arm of the
same by the recently completed Lucin Cut-off, a branch
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	June 16: continued:--
Southern California, and was arranged by the Commercial
Club of our city.	The principal purpose was to af-
ford the visitors opportunity of observing this part
of our salt sea, and the successful accomplishment of
the feat of railroad construction from shore to shore.
A copy of my booklet on "The Great Salt Lake" was pre-
sented by the Club to each of the visitors; and I was
taken along to explain my writings, I assume.	At the
terminus on the western side of the lake I delivered
a short speech as scheduled.	Returned at night.
	June 17: Wife, Sterling, Paul, and Baby Helen left
me today on a trip to California, where they intend
to spend the summer months.	The other children are
with our relatives in Provo, and in Alpine; so that
am a lonely man.	Wife's health demands her transfer
to lower altitudes/	and I hopefully pray that the
outing will benefit her and all.	My duties preclude
my accompanying them.
	June 18: Sunday: Opening session of the Salt Lake
Stake conference; the forenoon was given up to Sunday
School exercises which I attended by appointment. The
tabernacle was grandly decorated for the occasion,
and the program was of a high order of merit.
	June 24. Days spent at smelters or in laboratory.

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	June 25: Sunday:	Attended Sunday School conference
in Seventh ward, by appointment.	Delivered short ad-
dress at both morning and evening sesssion.
	June 26: Word from Maia reports safe arrival and
pleasant situation. Present address is 703 Fifth Av-
enue, San Francisco. The good news is appreciated.
	June 27: In consultation with attorneys during fore-
noon; visit to smelters during afternoon.
	June 28: Morning train to Price, where I attended
afternoon session of the district court as a prospect-
ive witness in pending litigation involving question
of source of waters appearing in the Utah Fuel Co.'s
coal mines at Sunnyside, Utah. Through amendments to
original pleadings the case was carried over until
September next. Took quarters at the Mathis Hotel/
and spent evening in consultation with attorneys.
	June 29: Morning train to Sunnyside, where rest of
the day was spent in the mines. Stopped at the Company
office.
	July 1: Yesterday and today continued work; took
afternoon train to Helper, where I put up at Railway
Hotel.
	July 2: Sunday; Morning train to Provo; spent
day with parents and family. Had pleasant visit with
Karl and Elsie; they are well. Mother has been ill but
is much improved. Took evening train to Salt Lake City
and put up at the house, from which the home element has
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	July 3. Interview with the First Presidency, in the
course of which an article prepared by myself under pri-
or request was read and approved, and I was requested
to prepare others to follow. These are intended for
translation into and publication in Japanese as a series
of Japanese tracts. The one approved today, intended
as an introduction is entitled "In the lineage of the
Gods". Also was requested to attend and address a
gatherning of representatives of relidgios and education-
al organizations, to be held near Los Angeles, Calif.
early in August. I am to speak on the theological
side of the "Mormon" question and another of our people
not yet selected will discuss the material development
of our commonwealth in the desert.
	Afternoon devoted to consultation with attorneys in
pending litigation cases; evening meeting of the High
Priets' quorum.
	July 4: Independence Day; morning hours spent in
laboratory; afternoon in temple office.
	July 5: Early train to St. John, thence by stage to
Ophir, Tooele County. Took quarters toat the Edwards
hotel. From 1 to 8 p.m. spent in preliminary examina-
tion of mining property operated by the Ophir Hill
Consolidated Mining Company, in company with the Super-
intendent, Mr. E. W. Clark.
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	July 6: 	Work continued.	At noon we were joined b
by W.A. Clark Jr. 	(son of Senator Wm. A. Clark--the mil-
lionaire owner of the property) by J. C. Pyle of Butte
(one of the Clark staff of experts) and by Haines
Gridley (resident engineer here).
	July 7: Mine examination continued.	This examina-
tion is undertaken with reference to pending litiga-
tion on questions involving geological structure.  I
was asked to take the opposing side, butfrom previous
knowledge of the general structure here common, and
from statements made by opponents, I regarded them as
in the wrong, and am conducting this preliminary ex-
amination without being committed as to either side;
I have three days in which to decide which I regard as
the side in the right.
	July 8: Minework 	continued until noon; then took
stage and train to the City.	Evening consultation  l
lasting until a late hour.	I agreed to continue in-
vestigations in the interests of the Company named.
	July 9: Sunday: Address at the morning prayer
meeting in Temple.
	July 10: Returned to Ophir; resumed lodgings
at the Edwards house and work at the mines.
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	July 13, continued:	This envening, according to pre
vious request and acceptance I delivered a public ad-
dress in the city hall, Mr. Haines Gridley acting as
chairman. Subject: "The benefits of failure". Today
I suffered an injury to my right eye by impact of
bit of rock I was breaking in course of examination.
Just before the resident surgeon, Dr. Logan, extract-
ed a fragment, and by cocaine application partially
alleviated pain. Passed a sleepless night.
	July 14: Another operation on the eye, resulting
in the removal of another piece of stone. Relieved.
	July 15: Forenoon in the mines; afternoon journey
home (?); evening consultation with counsel in case
under investigation. Was gratified to find letters
from Wife and the children with her in California.
Maia speaks of the pleasure and real happiness they
are experiencing, and kindly expresses the one regret
that I am not there to share it with them.
	July 16: Sunday: Just as I was leaving the house
for early meeting I was met by messenger with a
special delivery letter. This proved to be an epis-
tle from Wife, conveying the news that on Monday las
last, 10th inst., Sterling was taken down with a sev
ere cold, due it is thought to his having ridden
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July 16, Continued:	
bath in the swimming pools. The case had developed
into pleuro-pneumonia, and our son is reported as in
a serious condition. Under counsel from the Mission
President she had called medical aid, and the physi-
cians assured her that while the case was a heavy
one there was no immediate cause for alarm, and that
I need not be called. She assured me that if no
telegram had been sent before the letter reached me
I may be ass at ease as to his present condition. I
telephoned to office to learn whether any telegrams
had come during my week of absence, and had a neg-
ative answer. Then I had the boy's name plavced on
the altars odfa the prayer circles of the day in the
Temple; and telegraphed to Maia for immediate par-
ticulars as to Sterling, and as to herself, for I
feared the effect ofa additional labor and worry on
her, as she was ill when she left. At about 6p.m.
reply came giving word of improvement, and assurance
that there were no grounds for immediate alarm. A I
despatched another message asking full particulars
next day.
	July 17: Went to West Jordan on investigation
work at U.S.Smelter, leaving word that telegrams
for me be telephoned there or to destinations to be
	Recieved evening message of good import.
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	July 18: Remained in town so as to be within easy
reach if other messages came. Day spent in laborat-
ory and in consulation with attiorneys. Received
evening telegram telling of marked improvement; and
expressly stating there was no need of my presence.
A somewhat strange co-incidence was shown today. When
Maia told me she had called in a physician I reproached
myself for not having furnished her with the address
of a San Francisco physician of note, and one in whom
I have confidence, as the one I would call in case of
such need as has arisen, viz. that of Dr. Winslow
Anderson. Today I received a letter from Dr. Anderson
saying that he had been called to attend my boy, and
giving detailed sypmptoms and condition. Two letters
from Maia giving detailed information. Had consulta-
tion with Dr. Wilcox--our home friend and family phy-
sician. Calculating the probable time of the dread
crisis in the attack I wired request that in addition
to other probable messages they wire me during Wednes-
day (tomorrow night). <See entry for Aug. 9, in connec-
tion with this date.>
	July 19: At work at U.S. Smelter with my assistant
Mr. Blum from the University. Preparations made to 
ascend the stack tomorrow morning if I can be here.
Kept in touch with telegraph office; no telegram, but
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July 19; continued:
report. I sat up practically the night through, enquir-
ing at intervals by phone as to whether telegram had ar-
rived, and under previously-made arrangement that mes-
sage be telephoned be from the telegraph office should
any arrive.
	July 20: 	Called in person between 6 and 6.30 a.m.
at telegraph office only to receive same negative re-
ply---that no message had come.	Leaving word as to my
destination and instructions that any message arriving
be telephoned me there, I went with Mr. Blum to the
Smelter, and was just about to ascend the stack (8.30)
when I was called to the telephone, and heard read a
telegram telling of failing heart, other unfavorable
conditions, and ending with the word "Come". Leaving
my assistant to carry on the work planned, the results
to be of unofficial import only I summoned from livery
stable the fastest team to be had, drove to Murray in
haste, thence by car to the city, having telephoned
ahead as to railway ticket etc.		Cancelled by 'phone
several pending engagements, had a few minutes' consul-
tation with the First Presidency during which they as-
sured me of their faith and prayers in behalf of our
boy; and managed to catch the afternoon "limited" for
the west.		May the end of the journey be more replete
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July 20, continued:
with joy than is the start. Yet I feel that our son
will live. Telegraphed from Ogden to be informed by
wire at designated stations along the road.
	July 21: First telegram reached me soon after mid-
last, at Carlin; it was fuul of cheer and reported
our boy very mush better. Then I was able to sleep for
another a short time. Another message came at Truckee,
even more encouraging.	I arrived at San Fransisco on
time---5.40 p.m. ; and was pleasantly greeted by our
cousin Mrs. Florence R. Hill, and by Elder Joseph E.
Robinson, president of the California Mission. They
spoke of Sterling's continued improvement. Hastened to
the cottage where Maia and the children have been stay-
ing---703 Fifth Avenue---and soom found myself at the
bed-side of my afflicted son. I found him better
than I had allowed myself to expect; administered to
him and was conveinced of his ultimate recovery. I felt
that whatever had been the ordeal through which he
had passed the seal of life was upon him. He was in
appearance again; but more of his condition below.
Wife appeared to be keeping up bravely, and we prayed
as one for our boy. Paul came to see me and give af-
fectionate greetings; he and little daughter Helen have
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July 21: continued:
Pres. Joseph E. Robinson and wife called upon us. The
president leaves tomorrow for Los Angeles, and I hasd
several questions to ask calling for investigation on
his visit as to the auspices under which the lectures
asked for in connection with the Venice Assembly are to
be given.
	I insisted on taking the place of nurse and attend-
and for the night, thus giving Wife the rest she so
much needs. /In the intervals between the needs as to
active attendance on our boy, I wrote several letters,
among them one to President Joseph F?. Smith; he had
been so solicitous as to Sterling's illness, and had
asked me to inform him of conditions as I found them.
As the letter embodies practically all I have learned
as to the early stages of son's illness, I can best
record such by incorporating the letter herein; but the
midnight hour has passed so I date the communication:--
					San Francisco, Cal.,
							July 22, 1905.
	President Joseph F. Smith,
		      Salt Lake City:
		Dear Brother: 
				Your kind and inspiring words to
me on Thursday as I was hastening to catch the train
that would carry me with greatest speed to the bedside
of our sick son, and your assurances of your faith in
his behalf, lead me to express again my gratitude to
yourself and associates, and to render humble thanks to
Him, who in His wisdom both giveth and taketh away.	Two
telegrams reached me on the train, both encouraging.
I reached

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July 22; continued:

I reached his side at 6.30 p.m., Friday, and found him
better than I had reason to expect.	He is rallying  #
well from the deep and frequently fatal exhaustion
of the crisis always feared in the progress of this
disease--pleuro-pneumonia.	A physician had been
called, and strange to say, the very	one whom I
would have called had I been here and under such coun-
sel/	viz., Dr. Winslow Anderson. I learn from Pres-
ident Robinson that Dr[-]. Anderson has been uniformly
kind and attentive to our people here.	I knew him
as a friend of long ago, and I have followed with
interest his steady rise to a position of eminence in
his profession,---and this not the result of but in 
spite of the fact that he took his early lessons in
chemistry and physiology from myself.	While he has 
never become a member of our Church, I have heard
from many of his good words in behalf of our people.
I have not yet met him here, for I am writing this at
1.30 a.m., under the dim light of the sick room, where
in I have assumed thed duties of watcher and attend-
ant, thus relieving Sister Talmage, who, I plainly
see had well nigh reached the stage of physical col-
lapse.
	While the best of medical attention has been 
given our boy, Sister Talmage, the elders here sta-
tioned, and I, most profoundly acknowledge the Lord's
acceptance of the ordinances of His Holy Priesthood.
I am told that the physicians pronounce the boy's
rally and general improvement since the dreadful weak-
ening of the heart at the time of the crisis, as a
marvel and almost a miracle.		Sister Talmage was
alone with him at the most pronounced climax of this
critical stage of the deadly disease. 	She has told m
me with tearful gratitude for the Lord's mercy, how
the boy lay as in his death agony, the pulse scarcely
perceptible, the heart-beats wean, infrequent, and
irregular, beads of perspiration on the brow, the face
agonized in expression, the principal sign of life a
labored, stertorous, breathing, almost a death-rattle,-
-- Ah, I recognize the symptoms for I have witnessed
with horror such attempt of the death angel on others.
And Wife was alone with her dying son in these hours
of torture. 	She anointed him with the oil that had
been consecrated, laid hands upon him and prayed,--
prayed Pray as I can imagine a devoted and God-fearing
mother praying in such an extremity.	The boy showed
signs of partial recovery.

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	July 22 continued.

	During the following day he rested well, and seemed
to be on the road to permanent improvment. The fol-
lowing night, however, (Wednesday, the 20th), a second
and seemingly fatal climax was reached. Then came
Elder McCarty from Mission headvquarters; he led in
prayer, then anointed the boy and administered to
him. Immediatley they tell me the pulse increased
in frequency power and strength, the heart-beats
told of returning vigor, the shadow of death passed
and the boy composed himself for peaceful and natural
sleep, and hours afterward awoke--weak and ill it is
true, but himself again. Sister Talmage and the
elders who sawy this improvement say regard this
blessing almost as the miracle of one raised from the
dead; and the Doctor (one of the staff) who called
next day, when he learned the record of pulse and
heart and breathing, was moved to tears, declaring
that out son had practically reached the death-line
and yet had returned. The improvement he said was
exceptional under known rules of medical science.
	President Smith, I feel the force and sincerity of
these testimonies, even as though I had been here.
I have the assurance that they are true, and I humbly
join my prayers of supplication and gratitude with
the others that have ascended in behalf of our afflic
ted son, here, and at home in the sacred precincts
of the Lord's House.
	Strange as it may seem to one who acknowledges
not the persional ministry of angels who bear the mes-
sages of the Lord, in the hours of greatest danger,
at the times when death seemed most assured with
respect to our son here, I, alone in the house which
when the loved ones are therrec we call "home" was lit
erally possessed and utterly controled by the spirit
of prayer. Whether explicable in part by the known
laws of science or not, there is a physical power in
prayer,--even as the subtle electric force is gener-
ated by battery or dynamo, --as truly as the suppli-
cations of the prayerful soul are individually heard
and answered. In the transmission of the prayer-
force neither wires nor cables are needed, and dist-
ance is no effective barrier. But such force is gen-
erated only when we pray, not when we merely say our
prayers.
	Now that I am with him, I find our son still
very ill; his heart action is not yet normal in
regularity or sterength, his left lung is said by the

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								   1905.
doctors to be still practically "solid"; though I ven-
ture the opinion that not more than one third of the
lung is still out of service.	He is forbidden to
sit up or even partially raise himself from the hori-
zontal position---and such effort, the doctors de-
clare---may be followed by quick death; his right lung
thus far has not been affected at all.
	However these things may be,  I feel gratefully and
humbly confident thatn our boy has been spared to
us; and that he is to live a life of usefulness to
the attainment of  great blessings pronounced upon
him by patriarchal authority.		He has great faith
himself, and throughout his illness, as I am told,
has welcomed the elders and craved their administra-
tions, while he was pleased the longer the intervals
between the doctors' calls.	He is a son of prom-
ise, just past the sixteenth yearof of his age, well
advanced in his work at the Latter-day Saints' Uni-
versity, and, as certified by the registrar, fully
eligible for entrance at once on the collegiate work
at the State University.	We shall probably accede
to his wish, however, and give him another year at
the L.D.S. University.	He has been president of the
deacons' quorum since the organization of our ward
(the 27th); he is secretary of the Sunday School; and
indeed he is a son whom we hope to see grow to man-
hood active in the Lord's service.	.
	Will you and your associates in your holy office
continue to give the power of your faith and prayers
in his behalf and in ours--his parents'?
	I had a short interview with President Joseph E.
Robinson; he leaves tomorrow for Los Angeles for and
the southern branches in general. I took the liberty
of asking him to attend one or more of the meetings at
Venice, to observe and report just what the "Venice
Assembly" is.	 I asked him specially to enquire of the
lecture committee how strong is the desire for, and
what would be the probable good from, the use of
stereopticon views in the proposed lecture on "Utah
as it was and as it is".	If desired I can make out
a list of slides which in my judgment are most suit-
able; this list would be submitted to yourself for
revision and approval; and our photographers, Savage
and Johnson, could prepare them.
	With affectionate regards to yourself and associates
			I am, your brother,
							  J.E.Talmage.

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	July 22, continued:
	
	With the light of day our boy appeared better than
ever. I remained in attendance all day.
Dr. Winslow Anderson called in person, and I had the
pleasure of meeting my friend of twenty-odd years ago.
He is at the head of a large staff of physicians and
surgeons, and is represented by others in general calls
and ordinary cases of medical treatment. He examined 
our son thoroughly, and permitted me to make examina-
tions myself with stethoscope etc. The left lung is 
certainly largely involved, and the heart very weak;
still he assures us of marked improvement and of recov-
ery. We feel that the Lord's seal of live is set on
the boy, and we rejoice.
	July 23: Sunday: Son passed good night, and is
certailnly better this morning. I am greatly concerned
over the condition of his mother; she has given herself
for her boy, and must have rest. In faith and spirit 
she has been ever strong; in bobdy she is exhausted.
She came hither for a rest and has had to face a most
exacting and trying experience. In response to
the elders' request I had provisionally promised to
attend Sunday School and meetings today; and was conduct
ed to the meeting house by Asst. Supt. Charles Hill (our
Cousin Florence's husband)(; but on arrival found present

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July 23, continued:
Elder Jos. W. Summerhays, the senior member of the Des-
eret Sunday School Union Board; so, having obtained
his consent and the acquiescence of the mission author-
ities present, I left and hastened back to our boy, with
the understanding that Elder Summerhays will officially
represent the Board today, and will attend the regular
meetings; and that, all being well I will attempt these
duties next sabbath.
	Wife Maia has not been able to tell me in detail all
the dread experiences through which she has hadto pass.
Indeed, she breaks down whenever she attempts a detailed
recital.  Today, however, she told me how on the night
when she was alone with the boy in his agony (as to ac-
tual suffering and agony greater for the onlooker than
for the patient who is unconscious)  she prayed and
prayed again, literally begging for her son's life; and
then after anointing him, she prayed that the Lord
would spare her boy only if to do so was His will, and
she gave the boy up to the Lord if to take him was the
Divine will.  Then, she said, came relief to her soul
and the boy rested.  She rightly feels that our son has
been given back to life, not held here against the will
of Him whose right it is to give and take away.  Maia,
Wife, surely your prayers are acceptable unto God.

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	July 24: Pioneer Day at home. As Sterling appeared
still further improved, and as Maia preferred to remain
at the house part of the day, I stole away long enough
to visit the Mission House---609 Franklin Street---and
to do a little business with scientific apparatus es-
tablishments, down town.
	July 25: Officiated as nurse all day; induced Maia
to take rest and go out; she is weakened by her long
vigils and intense devotion to our boy.
	July 26: Duties of yesterday repeated. At night,
according to prior appointment, I lectured at Mission
House on "Failure and Success". Large attendance and
pleasing reception.	Among the many enquirers who came
to speak with me after the lecture was one who expressed
his great surprise that the "Mormons" believe in Jesus
Christ; he promised to attend other meetings and to en-
quire further. The doctor reports continued ad-
vancement toward recovery in Sterling's condition, and
we know he speaks the truth.
	July 28: Yesterday and today I continued my duties
as nurse. Today Sterling was allowed, under Doctor's
orders) to dress and sit up for a few hours.
	July 29: Still on duty. Sterling was able to get up
and was allowed to walk carefully from room to room.

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july 29 ; continued.
Telegram of this date, and letter dated 27th inst.
reached me simultaneously today; they conveyed defin-
ite information as to the proposed  addreses at Venice
near Los Angeles.  Bro. Wm. H. King has been selected
as the speaker other than myself.  The brethren of the
First Presidency express comforting sympathy regard-
ing Sterling, and assure us of the faith and prayers
in our behalf. 
	July 30:  Sunday:  Attended regular session of Sun-
day School, visiting classes, and examinnh records
and methods.  Then addressed the school as re-asem-
bled.	  Immediately following the Sunday School
session came the regular service of this Branch of
the Church.  Two of the brethren released from their
missions---Elders Corey and Clark--addressed the
meeting in turn,  each for a short time; and I follow-
ed by request with an address on general principles.
Immediately following this meeting came another,
specially called at my suggestion, composed of Sun-
day School officers, teachers, and others interested.
The time was occupied by general suggestions and in-
structions by myself, and in answering questions in-
vited.  In the evening I was again the speaker by
request, delivering an address on "The name we bear."
Sterling's condition is very encouraging today.

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	August 3rd. Every day since last entry have con-
tinued my duties as attendant, though now I have to
walk a good deal to keep with the patient. Today we
took him down town and fitted him out with an overcoat
etc., as he needs such in this climate. Since my ar-
rival here the weather has been generally abominablye;
generally cold and cloudy, toward evening damp and
rimey to rainy; sunshine a rarity. Both Sterling
and his mother will be better when removed to a better
clime. Had a farewell interval with Dr. Anderson
today; he acknowledges the unusual recovery, and
remarked to me "Surely the Lord has been with us in
this case".  His chief assistandt, Dr. Eklund, has been
in daily attendance, and he is impressed with the good
result.  I was courteously conducted through the St.
Winifred Sanitorium and Hospital, over which Dr. Ander-
son presides. In the evening Wife and I paid a
farewell visit to Aunt Bessie and family, and later
Wife attended and addressed the testimony meeting
of the Branch. Truly we have found friends in this
season of affliction; relatives, elders and resident
members of the Church, temporary neighbors, and casual
acquaintances have all been ready to help and comfort
us. Their prayers and those of the friends at home
have been a power for good.

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								   1905.
August 4th. Wife, Sterling, Paul, Little Helen, and
myself---all of the family in California--left San Fran
cisco by early train, and proceeded to Santa Cruz, tak-
ing the route through the Big Trees Grove.  It was a
day of sunshine and general cheer. At Santa Cruz
we secured accomodations for the family, comfortable
and pleasing. Before I left I saw them safely located
in a cottage at 205 Riverside Avenue, the owners--Mr.
and Mrs. W.H. Howland occupying a separate part of the
house. Maia and the children were delighted with
the accommodations and surroundings; they are within
a few minutes' walk from the beach; have sweet pea, and
roses about windows and doors, fuschia "trees" and ger-
aniums like shrubs around a natural lawn for Girlie
Helen to play in; and in general I felt that I was
leaving them, --inasmuch as I had to leave to keep ap-
pointments elsewhere,-- in comparative comfort and peace/.
I took night train for the south, joining on board Pres.
Jos. E. Robinson, and a number of Utah visitors. While
waiting for the through train at Pajaro I enjoyed the
privileges of modern development, and telephoned to
Maia in the new home at Santa Cruz for a last word as
their welfare. They were comfortably placed, and
happily expectant.

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	August 5: Arrived at Los Angeles about noon. I took
room at the Lankershim hotel; Pres. Robinson went to 
his usual lodgings, and the visitors were comfortably p
placed.  Public announcements are out for my lecture 
at the auditorium at Venice tomorrow night.
	August 6: Pres. Robinson and I went out to Venice 
to witness the forenoon proceedings.	Venice is a new 
summer resort and prospective residence place on the 
shore of the Pacific, about 20 miles from Los Angeles.
Rapid transit is afforded by electric cars.	If it ever
becomes a city worthy the name, it will resemble St.
Petersburg in this---it will be a made city, not one that
has grown.	There are already many substantial build-
ings, evidently intended for permanent use, and there are
many temporary structures. Whirly-gigs, merry-go-rounds
etc. are numerous, and canals are being cut, some of
the alreadynavigable,&nbsp;and one of a prospective fleet 
of gondolas already in action. The "Bank of Venice" is
in operation, with a Salt Lake man---Mr? David Evans--
as President.	But aside from all this, there is a
large auditorium, well constructed, substantial, and 
beautiful. In this the proceedings of the Venice Assem-
bly holds its sessions.	The "Assembly" seems to be an
organization of almost spontaneous growth, devoted to

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August 6, continued:
the presentation and study of topics of living interest
and affording opportunities for plain statements from
representative men.  The original program announced
many prominent speakers, specialists in their line, reli-
gious, educational, and otherwise.  The President of
the United States (Pres. Roosevelt) has approved the
work in a cordial communication.  This morning the
Rev. Josiah Strong D.D.  LL.D. was the speaker.  He conduct
ed an interdenominational service, and delivered a sermon
on the general theme of serving God through serving man.
He is the head of the Social Service organization of the
country, and also the president of the "Anti-polygamy
League".		His sermon this morning was good---thoughtful,
earnest, consistent, and generally altruistic.
	I returned to Los Angeles for an afternoon's rest, and
with Pres. Robinson went back to Venice by evening cars.
My subject was, as chosen by the program committee, not
by myself "Some Facts and Fancies about 'Mormonism'".
Elder Wm. D. Phillips, one of the elders here stationed,
and already named by the Assembly "the coming tenor of
the west" rendered two solos and a third as an encore in
excellent style; and Bro. Beesley from Salt Lake City,
now a regular member of the Venice Band, gave a xylophone
solo.	These renditions were received with enthusiasm,

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and August 6: continued:
and but for a possible suspicion of egotism, I would sa
say the same as to the lecture. The audience was
large---probably more than double that of the fore-
noon; its quality was of the right kind---apparently
thoughtful men and women; among the prominent auditors
were Dr. Strong of the forenoon services, and Joaquin
Miller--"The poet of the Sierras". The president
of the Venice Assemble --Rev. Benjamin Fay Mills--
gave a very pleasing announcement of the ledcture at
the forenoon session, and made an introductory address
before I began to speak, full of solid compliments
to our people for what they had done, and claimed
that if the people there wanted to know anything about
"Mormonism" the one thing to do was to bring a live
"Mormon" to address them; he knew too much about
misrepresentation to invite an opponent to treat such
a topic, if the truth was wanted. His complimentary
remarks were strong, but entitrely devoid of froth.
After the lecture a crowd gathered about me to ask
questions and to espress their pleasreure etc. The
prevailing spirit was one of friendliness and general
good will.
	Judge King's lecture was announced for the 8th with
many kind words and recommendations.

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	August 7.		Two letters from Maia, full of good news
as to her health and Sterling's continued improvement.
Visited one or two chemical supply houses etc., during
the day; and took night train by the new road---the
"San Pedro, Los Angeles, and Salt Lake" ,--commonly
known as "The Salt Lake Route", for Utah.
	August 8:  Journey across the desert was one of discom-
fort on account of heat and dust.  Most of the women
in the Pulman cars scrambled for blocks of ice at the
relay stations, and wrapping these in towels placed
them about heads and necks.  I kept busy transcribing
the lecture last given into longhand, and the desire
was expressed before I left for the coast,  that the same
be published; I had but short-hand version and that
not complete, before the lecture.
	August 9:  Train arrived at Salt Lake City 6.30 a.m.
Proceeded at once to the house, and looked with some
concern on the evidences of my hasty departure three
weeks ago to-morrow.	Spent the early time in writing
letters, and at as early an hour as appeared proper
reported at President's Office.  Their welcome words
and the assurance of their sympathy were affecting.
Rest of the day was devoted to gathering up the strands
of the work so hastily dropped.

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70.		1905.
	Aug. 9th, continued:-- In the course of the interview
with the First Presidency, I was handed the attached
letter, which has been awaiting me since the date there-
of. Compliance with the request will require much time
as not half the lectures have been delivered and not a
line of one of them written, except as class notes.

	OFFICE OF
The First Presidency
	of the
Church of Jesus Christ
	of
Latter-day Saints.

P.O. Box B.		Salt Lake City, Utah, July 18th, 1905.

	Dr. James E. Talmage,
				City.
Dear Brother:—
	We should be pleased to have you print and publish
in book form the course of lectures being delivered by you before
the University Sunday School on the subject, Jesus the Christ,
believing that they will prove a valuable acquisition to our Church
Literature, and that the proposed work should be placed within the
reach of Church members and general readers.
		Your Brethren,
							Joseph F. Smith
							John R Hinder
							Anthon H. Lund
							First Presidency.

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	August 11. Intervening days spent in laboratory and
consultation work.  Letter from Maia dated 8th inst.
brings best of news.
	August 13: Addresses at morning prayer meeting and
at ward meeting in evening. Many expressions of faith
and sympathy in connection with our boy's illness.
	Aug. 14: To Ophir by early train and stage, in com-
pany with Messr Pyle and Gilchrist from Butte.
	Aug. 18: Work at the mines continued to this date;
returned home or rather to the city by evening train.
	    Aug. 20: Sunday: Delivered address at the after-
noon tabernacle services by direction of First Presidency
on the occasion visit by large delegation from the East.
	Aug. 21: Automobile ride tpo Garfield and brief exam-
ination of site for new smelter there to be erected.
	 Aug. 22: Evening meeting oof Sunday School Board;
followed by consultation with President Joseph F. Smith.
	  August 24: Day spent at smelters. With my assistant
Mr. Wm. Blum, ascended to top of the Unites States Smelt-
ing Co.'s stack, 250 feet above ground. Were engaged
there in tests and determinations between six and seven
hours.
	August 26: Today we ascended the Highland Boy smelter
stack, and worked ther over six hours. Suffered badly
from fumes.

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	August 27; Sunday:  Address at morning meeting in Temp
ple; then visited 17th Ward Sunday School, and deliver-
ed short addresses before classes and before the re-
assembled school.
	August 28: Day spent in gas determinations at Uni-
ted States and Highland Boy smelter stacks; climbing
confined to low heights today.
	Aug. 29: By automobile to U. S. smelter in company
with Managing Director Holden, and Manager Fitch.	At-
tended evening meeting Of Sunday School Board, at which
plans for the University Sunday School were arranged
for the ensuing academic year.
	September 6: Each day since last entry, excepting
Sunday (3rd) devoted to laboratory work.  This day
proceeded to Price to attend court in connection with
water litigation case.  Took quarters at the Mathis
Hotel as usual.
	Sept. 9: Daily attendance at court; counsel did not
reach the point at bwhich I was expected to testify,
and the case was carried over until some time next month.
Went by evening train to Helper, and spent night at Helper
hotel. (Railway hotel).
	Sept. 10: Sunday: Early train to Provo, ---early as
to schedule, but several hours late in fact. Stopped at
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Sept. 10, continued:
Provo and spent day with the folks.  Had the pleasure
of meeting Elsie and Karl, whom I have not seen since
my return from the coast.  Took evening train to the
city.
	Sept. 11:  Opening of new academic year at the
University.  First faculty meeting held today.
	Sept. 12:  In company with my assistant, Mr. Blum,
I made visits of inspection to the stations establish-
ed in the valley for collecting sulphur gases from
the atmosphere in vicinity of the smelters.
	Sept. 14:  Sister Susa came up from Provo to attend
to certain Temple work previous to her intended de-
parture for the east.  She plans entering Columbia
University, New York, there to continue her training
in teaching work.
	Sept. 15:  First registration day at the University
Ten o'clock telephone message from Ogden --in Maia's
voice,-- saying that she and the children with her
had reached that point by belated night train.  They
reached Salt Lake by 11 p.m., and the house became
a home again.  All are well.  Sterling appears, and
he declares, feels, better than he ever felt in
health.  Truly we are among the blessed.  Wife is
in better health than before she left home.

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	Sept. 15, continued:
	The Doctor in San Francisco pronounced Sterling as
having perfectly recovered, and assured Maia that he c
could be brought home to this greater altitude with
safety. He is evidently lusty and strong. Wife and
Ter the children with her have visited the Portland on
the return trip, and they remained there long enough to
enjoy the Lewis and Clark Exposition now open in that
city.
	Sept. 17: Sunday: Morning address at usual meeting.
	Sept. 18: Regular class work resumed at Tthe Univer-
sity.	This evening I visited by appointment the month-
ly Sunday School Union meeting of the Ensign Stake, and
delivered brief addresses before the departments of
superintendents and secretaries, and before the Union
as a body.
	Sept. 21: Another birthday has slipped by, and I
have to write myself now as 43 years old. The day was
brightened by many kind remembrances and loving services
from wife and family.
	Sept. 23: Yesterday and today, as I had no classes
appointed, I spent in the field in company with an as-
sistant, in further tests in the matter of smelter fumes.

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	September 24: Sunday; Address at the evening sacra-
ment meeting in the 27th Ward. Maia returned from Provo
bringing the children who have been spending the summer
with relatives; so once again our little family is
reunited at home.
	Sept. 28: Went to Ophir and continued work on the
properties there under investigation. Put up at the
Edwards hotel.
	Sept. 29: Returned at night after spending the day
in the field. This marks the end of another year in
Maia's life; she is 37 years old, and if possible a
better wife and mother than ever.
	SeOctober 2: In response to summons from court I left
by night train for Price, Carbon county.
	Oct. 3:  Arrived sometime after 1 a.m. and secured a
bed for the rest of the dark hours at the Clark hotel.
In court during the day, in connection with the resumed
trial of the Sunnyside water case.
	Oct. 4: On the witness stand part of the day. With
the attorneys and others went by night train to Helper
and spent night at the railway hotel.
	Oct. 5: Returned to Price and attended court. RTook
night train home, arriving shortly after midnight.
	Oct. 6: Early train to Park City, thence horseback
to the Ontario Tunnel and vicinity. Put up at the Park
City hotel.

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	October 7: Traveled horseback inspecting drainage
areas affected by pending litigation.  Evening train
home.  Semi-annual conference of the Church began yes-
terday; Sterling and I attended the general Priesthood
meeting tonight.
	Oct. 8: Conference meetings morning and afternoon;
Sunday School conference at night.  I took small part
on the evening program by delivering address on the
duties of counsellors and assistants in Church organ-
izations.
	October 11: Left by night train for Soda Spings,
Idaho.
	Oct. 12: Early arrival at Soda Springs; proceeded
thence by team to Enoch valley at the head waters of
the Little Blackfoot river.  This journey is made at
the instance of the Mines Development Company; from
Soda Springs I was accompanied by the president, Brot
H. S. Wooley, and by Dr. M.I. Meeker (dentist residing
at Soda Springs) and Mr. Drury the local photographer.
From early afternoon until late at night I was engaged
in examination of certain mining properties.
	Oct. 13: Entire day spent in field work.
	Oct 14: Continued work during early forenoon;
then returned to Soda Springs, thence by train to
Pocatello.  Put up at the Bannock Hotel.

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October 15: Sunday; Attended Pocatello Sunday School
as representative of the General Board.  Addressed
the Theological class and the assembled school as a
whole.  Visited classes during the session.  After
the dismissal of the school, a teachers' and officers#'
meeting was assembled for my address of special in-
struction. Took passage by afternoon train and
returned home.
	October 16; After morning lectures at the Uni-
versity I was called to court in connection with a
suit involving sources of water flowing from the On-
tario Drain Tunnel #2 at Park City. I was on the
witness stand part of the day. The case is on trial
in the U. S. District Court, and testimony is taken
before the Master inn the Chancery division.
	Oct. 17:  Forenoon devoted to calass lectures at the
University; afternoon spent in court; evening meet-
ing of the Sunday School Board as usual.
	Oct. 20: In court every day since last entry.
	Oct. 20<21>: Went to Park City be early train, with
mining men and attorneys engaged in the case now on
trial. Judge Wilson I. Snyder and I rode horseback
together, traversing the ground in question. Hard
riding until about 8 p.m.; then Snyder and I spent

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					1905: Oct. 20 <21>; continued.
about three hours in the drain tunnel.  Then rode
to Park City, arriving shortly before midnight;  took
quarters at the Park City Hotel.
Olctober 22: Sunday: Had to wait for afternoon train;
took horses and rode over the mountain crests; thence
by train homeward.  After a hurried bath proceeded to
21st Ward Chapel where the closing meeting of the Sun-
day School anniversary was in session.  According to
prior arrangements I delivered a lecture on "The true
spirit of Sunday School work".
	Oct. 24: Delivered evening lecture at the Univer-
sity of Utah, under auspices of the Engineering Society,
on "Giants of strength:---air and water". Stereopticon
illustrations were used.
	Oct. 28: In court every day this week--from
the 23d inst. to date inclusive.
	Oct. 29: Sunday; Opening session of the Uni-
versity Sunday School for current academicc year.  A de-
lay of weeks since the date originally fixed for the
opening has been caused by changes in progress in con-
nection with the heating apparatus of Barratt Hall--
the regular place of meeting.  By decision of the Des-
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		Sunday, October 29, 1905; continued:
during this school year; and that course is to be a con-
tinuation of my lectures on "Jesus, the Christ". A
large attendance graced the first assembly.
	Oct. 30; After class hours today I was again sum-
moned to the Chancery division of the Federal Court,
and was at onvce called to the stand for further cross
examination.	Immediately after leaving the witness
chair I was called to the Third District Court and was
required to testify as to smelter damages in this
valley.
	November 1: In attendance at court both yesterday
anf today after class lectures.
	Nov. 4: Day spent at the smelters.
	November 5: Sunday School lecture on "The Baptist8's
message, and Christ's reply." The topic of last
Sunday's address was "As One having authority". In the
evening attended 21st Ward meeting under Mutual Im*-
provement auspices, and delivered lecture "Trifles by
the wayside."
	Nov. 7: Election day; Municipal officers only are
to be voted here. The so-called "American Party"
is in the field; this is professedly an anti-"Mormon"
clique, and has prosecuted a scurillous attack on the

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1905.
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		November 7, 1905; continued.		       	
authorities of the Church and oin the Church in general.
Questions of importance in municipal government and
policy are now before us; and the election of the "Amer-
ican" candidates would be a calamity indeed. Neverthe-
less our people and the better class of citizens gener-
ally have divided on national party lines and both
Democraytic and Republican tickets are presented.
I attended night meeting of the S.S. Baoard; the proceed-
ed to the station and took berth for the north. Latest
reports (11.45 p.m.C) indicate a victortyyfor the enemy
in the city election. It appears that the true citizen<s>
have divided their forces and have given the city to
the foe.
	Nov. 8: Left train at Montpelier, Idaho. Tele-
graphic despatches confirm the triumph of the disreput-
able ticket in yesterday8's election at home. Was 
met at Montpelier by Brother Hyrum S. Wooley; we drove
at once to Paris; there took to the saddle and spent
the rest of the day until 7 p.m. emxamining the region
west of Paris with respect to geological structure and
presence or absense of muineral zones within a certain
area. Returned to Paris after nightfall and was
informed that the audience was gathering to here listen

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		November 8, 1905; continued:  	   	 
to a lecture dfrom myself under the direction of the
Church shool here established--the Fielding Academy.
This arrangement was made without direect authorization,
on the basis of the many pressing requests I have had
to decline to make a special visist here, and on the
general statement quoted from my letters of declination
that i would respond to the request when I could pos-
sibly reach Paris. I spoke on Ns  "Names and what
they mean". The lecture was given under great pain
and suffering. For sometime past I have been suffer
affected with colds and lung affections; and tonight
I was so hoarse as to be positively irritating to the
audience without doubt. I was entertained for the
night at the home of Brother Hyrum S. Woolley.
	Nov. 9; In the saddle and on the way soon after
7 a.m. Forenoon spent on the ground west from Paris.
Then by hard driving crossed to Montpelier, thence up
Montpelier Canyon to the Zumbermann properties, --the
property to be examined. An after-dark drive to
Montpelier; thence by literally furious driving we ww
went on to Paris, arriving fully a quarter of an hour
after the time set for another lecture. The meeting-
house was filled as we drove by. Hastily changing my

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		November 9, 1905; continued.
field canvass for an ordinary suit I hurried to the
hall and lectured on "Failures and what they teach"
under Stake M.I.A. auspices.		I was even hoarse[-]
than last night; and I wonder the people sat to
hear me.  My lungs are somewhat inflamed and I suf-
fer greatly from publiv speaking.
	Nov. 10: Early drive back to Montpelier; thence
with fresh horses we went to the head of Claire
canyon, exining the Claire mining excaavations on the
the way, and on to the head of the south fork of Mont
pelier canyon, and returned to Montpelier.  The special
purpose of the journey was the examination of certain
small areas and properties with respect to structure
and indictations of ore deposits.	To my surprise
I learned that a lecture had been announced for this
evening; and shortly after reaching the town I was
standing before a crowded congregation.  The subject
chosen was #Trifles big and trifles small".   My Voice
is steadily growing more harsh, and I feel ill#.  Took
room at the Burgoyne Hot el and retired with the
repeated assurance that I would be called in time to
take the 3 a.m. train toward home.

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	November 11: The watchman slept, and the train
came and went without my being called. I was awake
indeed; but the trains have been so irregular and so
generally late that I was not alarmed at the failure
to call. Took evening train to Pocatello; there
secured room at the Station hotel.
	November 12; Sunday; Took passage on 2.30 a.m.
train south-bound. Reached home with just time to
bathe and change before the hour for the University
Sunday School. Today's lecture was entitled "The
Pharisee and the Sinner". The increasing attendance
and other evidences of appreciation are gratifyoning.
May the Lord sanctify the effort for good. Hoarse-
ness and general depression very pronounced, and the
lecture was a great tax upon me. After the session
President John R?. Winder of the First Presidency sent
to ask that I speak at the tabernacle services. I felt
wholly unable to meet the call, and tried to be ex-
cused, but in vain. Elders R.W. Young and John Henry
Smith were called to speak; indeed I really begged
for the shortest possible time to be allotted to me.
I spoke about 25 minutes, between the two other ad-
dresses, and was surprised at my ability to make the
great congregation hear me.

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										1905.
 November 19: Sunday: Usual meetings.  Lecture in bar
Barratt Hall--"Peace, be still!"
	Nov. 25: Day spent at the smelters.
	Nov. 26: Sunday lecture--"The demons defeated"..
	Nov. 30: Thanksgiving day; spent at home with family.
	NDecember 3; Morning address at temple prayer meetings;
lecture in Barratt Hall on "The apostolic mission".
	Dec. 9; day spent at the smelters.
	Dec. 10: Sunday lecture--"Loaves and fishes".
	Dec 15; Evening train to Mammoth; arrived a few
minutes before nine o'clock. Meeting under public s
school auspices already in sesssion; began my appointed
lecture at 9.25; subject "Trifles by the wayside". Put
up for the night at the Mammoth hotel.
	Dec. 16; Left Mammoth by 5.45 train. Glorious specta-
cle of sunrise on the Wasatch. Left train at Bingham
where remainder of day was spent at the smelters; home
by evening train.
	Dec. 17; Sunday lecture: "The bread of life".
	   December 21: A day to be remembered in family
history.  My brother Albert and Sister Sara Whalen
were this day married in the Salt Lake Temple.  The
union is a happy one and rich in promise for the good
of both.  It has been my prayer that the Lord would

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.
						 Dec. 21; 1905: continued
provide a heplmeet for my afflicted brother.  Sister
Sara came to Utah from New York as an expert teacher
of the blind; and was Alberts teacher; then later
Albert became an assistant instructor in the Utah
School for the Blind at Ogden.  Sister Whalen began
of her own accord to investigate the truths of the
Gospel; and soon became a covenant member of the
Church through baptism.  Through opposition at the
School she was superceded as teacher of the blind
by relatives of the superintendent.  She has been
very earnest in her efforts to establish an organiza-
tion for the betterment of the sightless, and the
Society for the Aid of the Sightless has been incorpo
rated under the laws of Utah.  The presidency of
the Church and many other officers have expressed
their pleasure when the prospective marriage was an-
nounced.	   President John R. Winder performed the
ceremony today.  As Father did not feel able to
come to the city the newly wedded couple, wife and
self, and three of our children went to Provo. A
pleasant family gathering was held during the evening
Of the married sisters only Mary was absent; she is
kept home caring for a weekOld baby girl.  Wife and
I returned home by midnight train.

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From Deseret Evening News,
		     Thursday, Dec. 21, 1905.

     WEDDED IN THE TEMPLE.

Albert Talmage and Miss Sara Whalen
Joined in the Bonds of Matrimony.

	An interesting event took place to-
day in the marriage of Mr. Albert Tal-
mage and Miss Sara Whalen. The cer-
emony was performed in the Salt Lake
Temple. The groom was formerly an
instructor in the Utah State School for
the Blind, and possesses rare ability
in the work of the sightless. The bride
came from New York state to Utah in
1896 for the express purpose of taking
charge of the work of instruction in
the School for the Blind, and for a
long time was the principal teacher in
that institution. The lady is known as
an authority in this field of instruction,
both in this country and abroad.
	Mrs. Talmage has been a prominent
officer of the Society for the Aid of the
Sightless since its organization, and
has manifested in numerous ways her
devotion to and unusual ability in the
labor which she has adopted as a life
profession.  The newly wedded couple
have been associated for some time
past in the establishment and opera-
tion of a printing plant for the publi-
cation of choice literature in the
raised characters used by the sight-
less. Today's happy event has been
long anticipated and awaited with
pleasure by the most intimate friends
of the parties, yet it comes as a pleas-
ing surprise to many. For the pres-
ent Mr. and Mrs. Talmage will make
their home in Ogden. They have the
heartlest wishes of a host of friends.

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									1905.
	December 24; This sabbath had been set apart by
the Church authorities for special services in com-
memoration of the birth of the prophet Joseph Smith.
Yesterday was the exact centenary of his birth. A
large party, consisting of the general authorities of
the church and others gatherd at Sharon, Windsor County
New Vermont, yesterday and dedicated the monument
just reared on the site of the house in which  the 
first prophet of the last dispensation was born. To-
day's exercises in Salt Lake City comprised general
services in the tabernacle during the forenoon under
Sunday School auspices; public service in the taber-
nacle during the afternoon; and ward services in 
the local meeting houses at night. I had a small
part in the forenoon proceedings, and delivered the
address for the occasion in the 27th Ward at night.
Copies of the program rendered in the tabernacle
and of the invitation to attend the gathering in Ver-
are incorporated herein.	I lectured as usual in 
Barratt Hall at 12.30; subject "A sower went forth to
sow".

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Program

Commemorating the One Hundredth
	Anniversary of the Birth
			of the

	      Prophet Joseph Smith

	   Sunday, December 24th,
			  1905.

	       Morning, 10:30 a.m.
	       Afternoon, 2:00 p.m.

	  Tabernacle, Salt Lake City.

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[Verso]
10:30 a. m. Morning Session.
Under the auspices of the
Liberty, Pioneer, Ensign, and Salt Lake Stake Sunday Schools
CHARLES B. FELT, Presiding.

1.	"Christmas Carol"	The Assembled Sunday Schools
[Column 1]
	With wond'ring awe,
	The wise men saw
The star in heaven springing,
	And with delight
	In peaceful night,
They heard the angels singing,
	Hosanna, hosanna,
	Hosanna to His name.

	By light of star,
	They traveled far
To seek the lowly manger;
	A humble bed
	Wherein was laid
The wondrous little stranger.
	Hosanna, hosanna,
	Hosanna to His name.

[Column 2]
	And still is found,
	The world around,
The old and hallowed story;
	And still is sung
	In every tongue
The angels' song of glory.
	Hosanna, hosanna,
	Hosanna to His name.

	The heavenly star
	Its rays afar
On ev'ry land is throwing,
	And shall not cease
	Till holy peace
In all the earth is glowing,
	Hosanna, hosanna,
	Hosanna to His name.

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2.	Prayer				President John R. Winder
3.	Song, "Far, Far Away on Judea's Plains"
				The Assembled Sunday Schools
[Column 1]
Far, far away on Judea's plains,
Shepherds of old heard the joyous strains;
Glory to God, glory to God,
Glory to God in the highest;
Peace on earth, good will to men!

Sweet are these strains of redeeming love,
Message of mercy from heaven above;
Glory to God, glory to God,
Glory to God in the highest;
Peace on earth, good will to men.

[Column 2]
Lord, with the angels we too would rejoice,
Help us to sing with the heart and voice;
Glory to God, glory to God,
Glory to God in the highest;
Peace on earth, good will to men!

Hasten the time when from every clime,
Men shall unite in the strains sublime;
Glory to God, glory to God,
Glory to God in the highest;
Peace on earth, good will to men!

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4. 	Greeting
	Charles B. Felt, Superintendent Salt Lake Stake Sunday Schools
5.	Duet, "Let the Children Come to Me,"
				Esther Davis Millie and Beatrice Williams
6.	Story, "Two Birthdays"		Maud May Babcock
7.	Song, "Joseph Smith's First Prayer"
						The Assembled Sunday Schools
[Column 1]
Oh how lovely was the morning!
	Radiant beam'd the sun above,
Bees were humming, sweet birds singing,
	Music ringing through the grove;
When within the shady woodland,
	Joseph sought the God of love.

Humbly kneeling, sweet appealing,
	'Twas the boy's first uttered prayer;
When the powers of sin assailing
	Filled his soul with deep despair;
But undaunted still, he trusted
	In his Heavenly Father's care.

[Column 2]
Suddenly a light descended,
	Brighter far than noonday sun,
And a shining, glorious pillar
	O'er him fell, around him shone,
While appeared two heavenly beings,
	God the Father and the Son.

"Joseph, this my Beloved;
	Hear him!" oh how sweet the word!
Joseph's humble prayer was answered
	And he listened to the Lord.
Oh, what rapture filled his bosom
	For he saw the living God!

[Recto]
8.	Concert Recitation, Doctrine and Covenants, Section 76,
	verses 1-6				Pioneer Stake Sunday Schools
9.	Baritone Solo, "The Palms"			Horace S. Ensign
10.	Concert Recitation, "The Testimony of Three Witnesses,"
							Salt Lake Stake Sunday Schools
11.	Organ Solo, "The Enchanted Bells"	John J. McClellan
12.	Concert Recitation, "The Beatitudes," Book of Mormon,
	III Nephi, verses 3-12		Liberty Stake Sunday Schools
13.	Chorus, "One Hundred Years,"
		Boys and Girls selected from Pioneer Stake Sunday Schools
14.	Concert Recitation, "The Articles of Faith,"
								Ensign Stake Sunday Schools
15.	Cornet Solo, "The Holy City,"		L. P. Christensen
16.	"A Word to the Children,"			James E. Talmage
17.	Song, "Sing the Wondrous Story,"
							The Assembled Sunday Schools
[Column 1]
Sing, sing the wondrous story,
	Of a hundred years
Since, from the courts of glory
	To this vale of tears,
God sent His chosen servant
	To restore again
The Gospel long since taken
	From the midst of men.

[Column 2]
Sing of the youthful Joseph,
	He, the good, and true;
Who asked the Heavenly Father
	How His will to do.
Sing how from heaven descended
	Father and the Son,
And gave the boy the answer,
	Which his faith had won.

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Sing of the brother martyrs,
	One in all the strife,
Each seal'd his testimony
	With his mortal life.
Sing how the work has prospered
	Spreading o'er the earth;
Sing, sing our thanks to heaven,
	For a Prophet's birth.
18.	Benediction
		First Assistant General Superintendent, George Reynolds

ALVIN A. BEESLEY, Conductor.	JOHN J. McCLELLAN, Accompanist

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2:00 p. m. Afternoon Session.
	Under the auspices of the
Liberty, Pioneer, Ensign, and Salt Lake Stake Presidencies.
	PRESIDENT JOHN R. WINDER, Presiding.

1. Organ Prelude, selected . . . . . . . . . . . John J. McClellan
2. Hymn, "Joseph the Blest," (Words by L. L. Greene Richards,
	Music by Evan Stephens) . . . . . . . . . . Tabernacle Choir
3. Invocation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. Hymn, "Vermont the Birthplace of Patriots," (Words by
	Bishop Edwin F. Parry, Music by Evan Stephens),
	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tabernacle Choir
5. Solo, "The Seer," (Hymn by President John Taylor, music
	selected) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Charles Kent
6. Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bishop Orson F. Whitney
7. Organ Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John J. McClellan
8. Remarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9. Quartette, "One Hundred Years," . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
	Lottie Owen, Mabel Cooper, George D. Pyper, Horace S.
	Ensign.
10. Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brigham H. Roberts
11. Anthem, "Gospel Restoration," (Words by Evan Stephens,
	Music selected), Lizzie Thomas Edward and Tabernacle Choir

EVAN STEPHENS, . . . . . . . Conductor
JOHN J. McCLELLAN, . . . . Accompanist

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1905.
	December 25: Christmas day. Special Christmas
services had been announced for today; the program
was made to include organ renditions by our noted
musician Professor John J. McClellan, and a sermon
by myself. The exercises were held in the tabernacle
beginning at 11 a.m. The officials in charge of the
house estimated the number present as fully 3000.
	Albert and his wife came from Provo to spend the
day with us.	Today wife Maia left her bed for the
first time since her return from Provo at midnight
of the 21st inst. With her usual unselfish earnest-
ness in trying to make others happy she overtaxed
her strength and has been laid up through weakness
and severe headaches since.
	Dec. 30: Whole week since last entry devoted
to investigation work on smelters problems.
	   December 31; Sunday lecture on "A cluster of
parables". Wife has steadily gained strength since
Christmas day; the rest are in fair health. The year
ends in peace as concerns our little family; and with
it go our thanksgiving and praise for blessings re-
ceived, and supplications for mercy and grace.

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Journal 1906.

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1906.
January 1. This New Year's Day
finds all the members of our
immediate family at home, at 970
First Street, Salt Lake City, and
with the exception of Maia, beloved
wife and mother, all well. She
is somewhat indisposed, but we
trustfully hope not seriously ill,
January 6. All spare time during
the week has been devoted to
investigation incident to litigation
arising from smelter smoke injury
in Salt Lake valley.
January 7. Sunday. Usual meetings.
Delivered the mid-day lecture in
Barratt Hall subject "Signs of
the Times". This was the next <current>address in the course of lecture
entitled "Jesus, the Christ".	(
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January 8.  This is the day legally 
set for the annual meeting of
the Board of Trustees of the Society
for the Aid of the Sightless.  A
majority of the Board voted an
adjournment. (See January 22).





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—
.— 	1906. 2. 
January 13. Each day from the
8th to this date inclusive, later part
of the day– after University lectures,
has been spent in the U.S. Chancery
Court in attendance at the trial 
in progress, or in consultation with
attorneys on the same. The current
proceedings are connected with
application for injunction requiring
the smelting companies to cease
operations in this valley.
January 14. Sunday. Lecture in
Barratt Hall as usual, subject:
"Scribes and Pharisees". At the
afternoon services in the Tabernacle,
Apostle C. W. Penrose and I were
the speakers, in the reverse of
the order stated.
January 19. After morning lectures
at the University I went to the smelters
driving alone from Murray to West
Jordan and back to Murray. Had to
face one of the fiercest storms I hav
have ever experienced. Snow, hail, wind,
and intense electrical display. 	 (
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. 			1906.
January 21. Sunday. Usual lecture at
Barratt Hall; this day's topic in
the course was "Crumbs from the
table". The attendance is steadily
increasing; indeed the report of the
secretary for each succeeding Sunday
has been "largest attendance in
the history of the School." This day's 
gathering numbered over 600.
January 22. Annual meeting of the
board of trustees of the "Society for
the Aid of the Sightless," was held
this evening, a formal adjournment
to this date having been made on
the day specified for the annual
meeting, viz. January 8 the first <second>
Monday in the month. The meeting
of this evening was held at our home,
and Wife and I had the honor of
entertaining the members of the board,
and their partners in life, at dinner
before the formal proceedings began. [-]
My sightless brother, Albert, and his
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–
–	       1906.
			Jan  22. cont.
wife, who is a member of the
Board, and also its Secretary, had
prepared an exhibit of printed
matter and hand-craft work done
by the blind. Already Albert has
prepared all the plates for printing
the First Book of Nephi, and
other plates, and has printed
copies from each. We feel that the
meeting has been of effect in
increasing the interest of the members
in the actual work. The personal
of the Board remains unchanged
and the officers were re-elected. The
Board of Trustees is thus constituted.
Jas. E. Talmage, president; George A. Smith,
vice-president; Edward H. Anderson;
Nephi L. Morris; Thomas Hull;
Geo. M. Cannon, treasurer; Sara Whalen
Talmage, secretary.
	Plans for permanent equipment
in the printing work one under
consideration.			   (
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.			1906.
January 27. At the smelters, engaged
in investigation work.
January 28, Sunday. Barratt Hall
lecture on the topic "Thou art the
Christ."
Feburary 3. At the smelters. Work
connected with this investigation has
occupied my time outside of lecture
hours during the entire week.
February 4. Sunday. Address at
morning Prayer Circle meeting.  The
topic at Barratt Hall lecture was
"The Transfiguration."
Feb. 5. Beginning of second semester
of current academic year according
to University calendar. Program of
my classes has been arranged to suit
the needs of students, and I find
myself scheduled for five lectures in
unbroken succession, each an hour
on each of two days in the week.
On other days my work is lighter.
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–
– Feb. 5 cont.  1906.
Attended evening meeting the regular
monthly sessions of the High Priests'
quorum of Ensign Stake. Elder
Solomon Kimball and I were the
speakers.
Feb. 10. In the field engaged in
smelter investigations.
Feb. 11. Sunday. Lecture at Barratt
Hall – "From sunshine to shadow."
Attended evening session of annual
Sunday School Conference in our
own – Twenty-seventh – ward.
Feb. 17. Same weekly record. This
whole day (Saturday) and every spare
hour on preceding days of the
week devoted to smelter problems.
I find myself literally without
leisure, and with but insufficient
time for necessary sleep.	(
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.			1906.
February 18. Sunday. Topic of usual
lecture in Barratt Hall today was
"As a little child." At the afternoon
services in the Tabernacle Elder Joseph
E. Taylor and I were the speakers.
Feb. 25. Sunday again. Last week
passed without any break in the
usual labors. This days' lecture in
the University Sunday School course
at Barratt Hall was entitled
"My brother and I."
Feb. 27. Attended, as usual on Tuesday
evenings, the meeting of the General
Board of the Deseret Sunday School
Union.
March 4. Sunday. My lecture in
Barratt Hall was announced as
"From Galilee to Judea."
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1906.
March 5. After my first lecture at
the University, closing at 9.30 a.m. all
classes were postponed for the day,
owing to a break in the steam
mains. While an undesired interrup-
tion to class work the postponement
enabled me to obey a call requiring
my attendance at the Chansery
Court in connection with pending
Smelter suits
March 10. In court attending the taking
of testimony in a specific damage
suit for smelter injuries.
March 11. Sunday.– Barratt Hall
lecture in the course was called
"At the Feast of Tabernacles."
March 18. Sunday once more To-days
lecture was on the topic "What
Cowards doth conscience make!"
Steady increase in attendance
and evident interest in the course
are genuine encouragements.   (
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1906.
March 25. Sunday. Attended usual
meetings. Subject of Sunday School
lecture today was "The truth shall
make you free".
March 28. Today Wife Maia left
for the East, where she is to
represent the Young Ladies' Mutual
Improvement Association (of which she
is one of the general officers) at
certain national gatherings of
womens' organizations. She goes
driect to Toledo Ohio. May the
change of scene and relief from
home cares be of benefit to her
as I know her mission will be of
benefit to others.
March 30. On witness stand during
foreman in connection with Chaucery
hearing in the smelter injunction
cases. In the afternoon drove to
Bountiful, Davis County, with Judge
Andrew Howatt, to inspect site of (
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proposed tunnell for water supply.

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.
					     1906.
April 1. Sunday. Mid-day lecture
in Barratt Hall on "Eyes that see
not.
April 5. On witness stand in Chaucery
court
April 6. Current annual conference
of the Church opened today.
April 7. Conference continued, and general
Priesthood Meeting at night.
April 8. Sunday. Last day of the
general conference sessions. Very
large attendance. This day is marked
by an unusual event in Church
history – the announcement of the
resignations of two members of the
Council of the Twelve. Their resigna-
tions were received and acted upon
by the Council soon after the last
October conference, but not until
today was the announcement
made public. The two referred to
are Brothers John W. Taylor and
Matthias Cowley; and the reason
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.			  1906
			April 8. cont.
announced was that these
brethren found themselves out of
harmony with their fellow apostles.
During the still pending proceedings
against Reed Smoot, in connection
with the protest regarding his
holding his seat as a U.S. Senator,
Brothers Taylor and Cowley have been
repeatedly charged with having violated
the provisions of the so-called Manifests
issued by President Wilford Woodruff,
discontinuing the solemnizing of
plural marriages under Church sanctions
No proceedings in the nature of
trial process against these brethren
were made public; but, as stated
they were not named for the vote
of the Church in conference as-
sembled, but their resignations were
announced.
	The name of Jos. M. Tanner was
also omitted from the list of
Church authorities. Heretofore he has (
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April 8 <cont.> 1906.
been sustained as General Superin-
tendant of Church Schools, ex officio
a member of the General Board of
Education, and as 2nd Asst. Gen. Supt.
of Sunday Schools, in all of
which positions he succeeded our
honored Brother Karl G. Maeser.
The offices so left vacant were not
filled at the conference.
	The resignations of Bros. Taylor and
Cowley, and the death of Apostle
Mariner W. Merrill, made three
vacancies in that body or Council
of the Twelve. These were filled
on nomination and vote by the
following: Orson F. Whitney,
Richards (a son of the late Apostle
Franklin D. Richards) and David
O. McKay (a former student of
mine). They are good men, and <(
)>
I verily believe selected by inspiration. 
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.	  April 8. cont.	1906.
This (Sunday) evening the general
Sunday School Conference was held
in the Tabernacle. By appointment
addresses were given by Elders Henry
Rolapp and David O. McKay on
"Parents' Classes", and by myself
on "Sunday Amusements". President
Joseph F. Smith delivered the closing
address.
April 9. The Special Priesthood
Meeting incident to every general
conference was held today. My
duties at the University prevented
me from attending.
April 10. My labors today comprised
four hours lecture work at the
University (8:30a.m.–12:30 p.m), then
three and a half hours (1:30–5p.m) on
the witness stand in the U.S.
Chancery court under cross-examina-
tion; then attendance at the weekly
Sunday School Board meeting. (
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.		1906.
April 11. In Chancery court after
lecture house. On witness stand
under cross examination.
April 12. Occasional word from
absent Maia brings word of her
well-being. We learn that after
the conclusion of the meetings she
went to attend at Toledo, Ohio, she
continued eastwar. Her niece
Sister Josie Booth Woodruff has
charge of household affairs during
Wife's absence, and is most faithful
and efficient. The children are
well; and Maia writes that she
feels better every day. We ought
to be happy; but I confess I am
not happy. I have never felt
more lonesome or love-sick in
my life. We have learned what
it is to be without a Mamma
in the house. Yet Sister Josie is in
every way more efficient than we could
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.		   1906.
April 14. Field day with Geology
classes in Farmington Canyon
and vicinity. Over sixty students
in the party. Sons Paul and Karl
accompanied us. Our bright little
seven-year old Karl was dubbed
by the merry students "Assistant
Professor", and he bore his honors
well.
April 15. Easter Sunday. The lecture
at Barratt Hall was entitled "The
Shepherd and the sheep herder." By
request part of the time was
devoted to Easter thoughts. Appro-
priate music of high grade had
been provided. The attendance
was near 800. A presentation
of flowers was made to me at
the close of the address. While I
value beyond words the appreciation
of my labor of love, I trust this
form of expressing it will not be
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.		1906.
April 18. Wednesday. This day
will be prominent in history as
a day of calamity. About 10 a.m
(Mountain time) it was announced
that at 5.13 this morning (Pacific
time, corresponding to 6.13 with us
here), a destructive earthquake
occured on the Pacific coast, wreck-
ing San Francisco and other cities
north and south of the metropolis.
The word was telegraphed from
points inland, as all telegraphic
communication with San Francisco
itself was cut off. The early dis-
patches told of thousands of lives
lost. My first thought was
that if the destruction was
not greatly exaggerated in des-
cription, the disturbance must
have originated offshore and
the great sea wave had rolled in
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.	April 18. cont. <1906.>
Later reports reduced the estimates
of lives lost to hundreds instead
of thousands; confirmed the
earlier messages as to the violence
of the earthquake disruption
itself, and told the story of
a greater calamity than the
first — in that fire had broken
out in many parts of the city
and as the seismic reading had
rendered the water system in-
operative; the queen city of the
coast appeared to be doomed.
Some hope rises from the prob-
ability of exaggeration in the
accounts, but that a terrible catas-
trophe has actually occurred
appears beyond doubt.
	I tried to get a message
through to San Francisco to (
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.	Apr 18
				cont.     1906.
inquire as to Aunt Elizabeth
Rawlinson and family, but learned
that no telegrams could be accepted,
as it was impossible to deliver
them. Before the afternoon
was well advanced the work
of collecting supplies for the
destitute surviviors was in system-
atic operation in Salt Lake City.
April 19. As the dispatches fol-
low at short intervals the horror
grows. The flames are said
to be sweeping over the city
without effective hindrance even.
I have persistently tried to get
into communication with our
loved one there, but can get no
message accepted. The reply to
my latest attempt tonight was
"There is no San Francisco."
The work of collecting supplies
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April 19 <cont.> 1906
for immediate transmittal is
vigorously pushed. The papers tell
of the same good work in progress
 the country over. The call is
for food, and bedding, and clothing,
rather than for money, except as
the cash can be used here to
secure the actual necessaries. I
learned that it is useless to try
to reach the city; martial law
is supreme, and no one is
allowed to enter. People are
told not to try to reach the
Coast as they would only swell
the numbers already too great
to be cared for.
	Whole streets of houses and
entire blocks of buildings are
being destroyed by dynamite
to create a desert ahead of
the flames. Again let us hope that
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—
—		1906.
April 20. All efforts to send tele-
grams to individuals in the stricken
city are unavailing. Military embargo
is placed, and no one is allowed to
enter San Francisco. Dispatches state
that the dynamiting of buildings
continues in attempts to arrest the
flames. As we can judge by the
incomplete description of the fire's
progress Aunt Bessie's home is
yet beyond the fire zone. The work
of collecting and shipping supplies
still continues. In an hour the
nation became an organized
relief band. In Salt Lake City school
children carry loaves to school,
and these are periodically called for
and conveyed to the railway. Our
Church Relief Society is doing efficient
work; every ward as such is
gathering up donations; every
newspaper office is an established
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— April 20 <cont.> 1906.
collection office. In contrast with
this manifestation of God-like
instincts, of love and sympathy
welling forth spontaneously, is the
dark picture outlined in the
news columns of ghouls that
are actively plying their criminal
trade in robbing the dead whose
bodies lie yet unburied in the
ravaged city. Of these, the reports
state the soldiers make short
shift – any one so employed is
shot down as soon as discovered.
Bodies with fingers cut off and
ears severed are found – mutilated
for the rings once worn. A partic-
ularly ghastly incident is given
currency in our local papers, said
to be based on the report of an
eye witness who has come hither
from the coast. Let us hope it
is false. The report is that a
well-dressed man, injured by (
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.	Apr. 20 <cont.> 1906.
to one of the improvised hospitals.
An operation was deemed necessary;
the patient was anaesthetized; as
the attendants were removing his
outer clothing three fingers with rings
still in place fell from a pocket.
The surgical preparations were stopped;
the man, or ghoul, was allowed to
return to consciousness; he was
immediately turned over to a couple
of military guards who took him
outside and promptly shot him to
death. Liquor stores were looted
and drunken men lay among the
dead. The soldiers were ordered
to empty every barrel and smash
every bottle of liquor they could find.
	Under the stress of great calamity,
individual nature asserts itself,
the brave are made braver, the
kind-hearted are kinder, and
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.			1906.
April 21. Saturday. Field day with
geology classes, on our annual
outing to Cottonwood canyons, Four
big wagon-loads, besides horsemen
composed the party. A successful
day!
	Tonight I succeeded in having
a message telegraphed to Oakland
by our "Deseret News," to be published
in Oakland and other papers, enquiring
for our folks. Was assured that
the "News" agent would make
personal inquiry.
	This day's reports do not shorten
the tale of woe or diminish its
horrors. The fire still rages.
Reports of many summary homicides
by the guard because of dis-
obedience to orders or resistance
come to hand. Doubtless mistakes
are to be feared in this phase
of the trouble; but prompt action
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※ Attendance today was reported
as the largest in the history of
the School; by actual count 835
were present.
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.			1906.
May <April> 22. Sunday. Usual meetings
Barratt Hall lecture at 12.30 as
usual; today's topic: "Martha and
Mary." ※		Reports from the coast
are fraught with promise that the
flames are being brought under
control. It is said that a third
of the residence section will be
saved from the ravages of fire.
Telegram from Elder Jos. E. Robinson,
president of the California mission
reached the President's Office here;
it announces that no life has
been lost among the missionaries
or resident members of the Church,
and that none of the latter who
owned their homes have had their
homes destroyed. Loss of personal
effects, however is general. This
confirms our hopes as to the
safety of Aunt Bessie's family;
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—
– 		     1906.
May 23 April 23. A short note from
Aunt Bessie, written amidst the
terror of the early stages. All the
family are saved; they were taken
by her son Herbert, to his home
in Alameda. The letter, short and
hastily-written is expressive of the
horrors terror of the time.
Telegraphic news is to the effect
that the flames have been stayed
and part of the residence, district
saved. Men are pressed into service
at the bayonet's point to clear
the streets, demolish tottering
walls, assist in the hospital
service bury the dead – in short
to work. The distribution of
rations appears to have been
ably managed. Thank God there
were men on the scene, men
who rose to the needs of the
dead occasion. 		(
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.		1906
April 26. On duty in Chancery
Court. Wife returned by evening
train, after an absence of four
weeks and a day. Her journey has
included visits to Washington,
Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York,
Boston, Niagra Falls etc. She
returns in safety, and with health
improved, We are thankful.
April 27. On the witness stand
in Chancery Court again. Injunction
proceedings against the smelting
companies still drag along.
April 29. Sunday. Address at the
morning prayer meeting in Temple.
Lecture given as usual in the Univer-
sity Sunday School course; today's
topic was "Who is my neighbor".
Music of excellent rendition by
Brothers Pyper, Ensign, Whitney and 
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.	Apr. 29 <cont.> 1906.
Spencer, our famed and greatly
appreciated male quartet, Without
previous intimation, announcement
was made at the close of the
lecture that this marked the close
of the course for the current acad-
emic year, with the explanation
that my prospective departure from
the State before another Sabbath
is reached necessitates the suspension
of the lectures about three weeks
earlier than would otherwise be the
case. Many expressions of appreciation
cheer me with the hope that some
little good has been accomplished.
	According to announcement made
a week ago, I was the speaker
at this evening's meeting in the
27th Ward. Address was devoted
generally to the prominent lessons
of the great catastrophe in California
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.		Apr. 29 <cont.> 1906.
Today our cousins Annie Rawlinson
and May Rawlinson Scovill (with her
baby in arms) arrived from California
Cousin May, whose home is in
Wyoming, was visiting her parental
home at the time of the earth -
quake occurrence. The cousins
tell of the terrible scenes with
tearfull emotions. They bring word
that the fire line reached the
very street on which the home
and an adjoining house owned
by the family stood, and that these
dwellings as were not destroyed. They
tell of the rigor with which was
enforced the order forbidding fires
or lights in dwellings – owing to
injury to flues — and say that.
housewives who persisted in disobey-
ing the order were shot by the guards.
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.		1906.
May 1. Unusually busy yesterday
and today, in preparation for departure
Six lectures each day – demonstrations
and lantern illustrations. Review work
will be conducted after I leave.
At this evening's weekly session
of the Sunday School Board, the
report from the superintendency of
the University Sunday School was
recieved. The superintency has com-
prised Bro. Milton Bennion, and
Bros. Hickley and Horne as assistants.
Other officers: Bro. Noel Pratt chorister,
Bro. John U. Hicks in charge of the
printed leaflets, and Sister Ada
Bitner, secretary. Among the regular
auditiors have been a number
of non-members of the Church.
If the seal of divine approval rest
on our labors, I shall be humbly
grateful for the privilege of the work. (
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—
—			1906.
May 2. For more than two weeks
past I have been holding extra
sessions with my classes in view of
my prospective absence. Left home by
this evening's fast train– the Los
Angeles Limited eastward bound. Months
ago it was decided that I plan
to be in New York by the middle
of May to take part in the proposed
organization of the Museum's Association
of America. Later, the Governor of the
State and the University authorities
united in the request that I attend
the National Conference of Charities
and Corrections, the meetings of which
and scheduled to begin on the 9th
in Philadelphia.
May 3. Availed myself of the oppor-
tunity of writing letters etc. Wrote
a short article, long ago asked,
for the Juvenile Instructor. Day
proved all too short for the work
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.			1906.2.
May 4. The Los Angeles Limited is
regarded as the best equipped train
in the west. Its published time-schedule
is such as to give the train a
standing reputation for tardiness.
Today we reached Chicago about four
hours late. However, I had in
consequence more time for writing.
Took quarters as usual at the
Palmer House. Arrived too late for
business so went to the theatre,
and then to bed.
May 5. Attended to business at
apparatus and supply houses.
May 6. Resumed eastward journey,
leaving Chicago by forenoon Panhandle
train on Pennsylvania line. Occupied
in writing part of an article for
the "Era".
May 7. Reached Philadelphia in
early afternoon, Took quarters
at Green's Hotel, 8th and Chestnut
Streets. 				      (
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.		1906.3.
May 8. Day taken up in writing
and in inspection of apparatus
and material for prospective purchase.
May 9. Finished and mailed article
for "Era", entitled "In deeper tone," –
based on thoughts suggested by the
recent earthquake disaster in California,
or called forth by inquiries concerning
the same.
First meeting of the National Conference
of Charities and Corrections held this
evening in the Academy of Music.
Grover Cleveland the only living ex-
President of the United States officiated
as Chairman of the meeting and
delivered the principal address. The
program was a lengthy one.
May 10. Reported at the head quarters
of the Conference — at Horticultural
Hall – as delegates from Utah. Soon
discovered that delegates though
accredited by proclamation of the
Governors of States are non entities
unless they become "Members". (
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.			1906. 4
May 10. (cont.) This qualification they
acquire by paying a fee of admis-
sion and registration; and anybody
from anywhere may so qualify. The
official delegate is not even enrolled
unless he pays for the distinguished
honor of membership, and this is
elevated to the rank of the unap-
pointed and non-accredited member
who likewise has paid his fee. I
have no objection to contributing
the amount of the membership
fee ($250 or $1000 according to rank
desired) but I long ago lost respect
for this farcical practice of ap-
pointing delegates from States to
national organizations, when the ap-
pointment carries emptiness only. I ac-
cepted this appointment at the earnest
request of Utah's Governor; and of
course have qualified as a full-fledged
member so that our State shall be
duly listed among the States repre-
sented at the Conference. I understand
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5.
			
	May 10. cont. 1906.
a Mrs. Young of Salt Lake City is
also a delegate from Utah. I have
not learned of her presence here as
yet, and do not know the lady personally.
As an official representative of
the State of Utah I am a nobody
here; as one of the crowd, one who
has paid his fee, I am the proud
wearer of Button #919.
The conference is scheduled for
a session lasting eight days. The
daily program provides for Section
meetings at 9.30 a.m. and 3 p.m.,
and for General Sessions at 11 a.m.
and 8 p.m. The program for
every meeting throughout the
eight days is published in
detail. Last night's proceedings
were necessarily general and
introductory. The meetings of today
have been devoted to the reading
of papers.
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.			1906.
May 12. Yesterday and today I have
put in an appearance at the
Conference meetings, but have found
no occasion, or indeed opportunity,
for active participation. As tomorrow's
program provides for religious services
which I shall probably not attend
as I desire to be with our Church
members, and as I have to leave
for New York on the following day
I have consider my duties as the
Delegate from Utah (or one of them if
the other has arrived) to the National
Conference of Charities and Corrections
at an end.
	I have found time between meet-
ings to visit a number of business
establishments, mostly abrasive
factories, hoping to find promise
of a market for our western product
Have written extensively and
scarcely feel that I have had
any spare time. This afternoon
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— 
. — May 17 <cont.> 1906
however, I took time to attend
the opening exhibition (at Chestnut
St. Opera House) of moving pictures
of San Francisco scenes. I note the
item as the achievment in securing
the pictures is worthy of mention.
Four days before the disaster panoramic
views had been secured from a
street car. These were exhibited by 
the usual cinematograph apparatus.
After the earthquake the same 
routes were traversed by automobile.
Necessarily the camera on an
auto running over streets full
of debris, and going from side to
side of the streets, gave very
unperfect results. But to obtain
such pictures at all is noteworthy.
Some of the cinematograph views
from a fixed point e.g. – those showing
the blasting of buildings etc. were
excellent. Many of the flame scenes
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.		     1906
May 13. Sunday. Have had some
difficulty in locating our Church head-
quarters here. Last night I telegraphed
the Mission office in New York, and
according to information received in
reply repaired this morning to 1618
Fairmount Avenue, where I found Elder
Paine in charge, and Elders Bird and
Davis recently arrived in the field from
Utah. Learned that no meetings are
held before evening. On returning
to the hotel after a forenoon spent
with the brethren I was made happy
by the receipt of a letter from home.
Except a business note written the day
after I left, this is the first letter
from Wife. It bears date of the 9th
and brings the good word that
all were well at that time.
	At 5.45 p.m., I was at the entrance
door (still locked, however,) of 1315 Colum-
bia Avenue – the society hall
where our people hold their	(
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.	May 13 <cont.> 1906.
the Sunday School session began
There were but eleven present beside
myself. Of these six were missionary
elders from home, one a member of
the Church from Norway, and four resident
sisters. One of the last group was
a grandmother, all except two of the
eleven are parents and those two
old enough to be parents. A Sunday
School without a child. One class
comprised all. After the lesson I
occupied about twenty minutes in sug-
gestions and instructions. An interval
of 20 minutes following the close
of the school gave me opportunity
to examine the records, and offer
some suggestions to the secretary.
This interval as I learned was
employed by a detachment of elders
as is usual on Sunday evenings
in a short open air meeting
meeting held mainly for the purpose
of extending invitation to the (
)
people on the streets to come insider
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.   	May 13 <cont.> 1906.
	At 8.15 the regular evening service
began. The little hall was fairly
well filled – mostly however by
missionaries and other Utah people
who are pursuing studies here –
principally dentistry and medicine.
There were about a score of resident
members, and a few non-members.
By request I occupied the time
allotted to the preaching part of
the service.
	I note that the sacrament is
administered but once a month–
at the fast meeting; and not
at all in connection with the
Sunday School. Under the local
circumstances this may be the
best that can be done. Very
plainly apparent was the usual
lack of care – defects as to
accuracy and comprehensiveness
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.		1906.
May 14. Engaged in business
affairs; then took passage by
Pennsylvania train to New York.
Took quarters at Park Avenue
hotel – 4th Avenue and 32 Street.
Heavy rain storm; cold; steam
heat in rooms necessary to comfort.
May 15. Today witnessed the be-
ginning of the business for
which my present trip to the east
was undertaken. At 10 a.m. I was
one of a hundred or more personal
assembled at the <American> Museum of
Natural History, as representatives
of museums and allied institutions,
for the purpose of considering,
and possibly of effecting, the
organization of an association
to be devoted to museum interests,
along the lines of the Museums Association
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.		5/15 1906.
with headquarters in Great Britain.
Of the latter organization our Deseret
Museum has been an affiliated
museum, and I a member for many
years. The proceedings today began
with the formation of a temporary
organization, and the election of
a president and a secretary pro
tempore. Then followed a brief
statement of the purpose of the
gathering, as set forth by the
convenors, at whose invitations the
persons present had come together.
A committee was formed to pre-
pare a draft of a constitution
to govern the proposed body; this
was designated as the "Committee
on Organization", and consisted of
Dr. Holland (Carnegie Museum, Pittsburgh)
Dr. French (Chicago), Dr Wilson (Philadelphia)
Dr Rea (Charleston, S.C.), and myself. In
view of the many great and wealthy
museums represented, I was somewhat (
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. 		5/15/1906.
surprised that the delegate from
Utah was placed on this initial
committee. The committee immediately
began its labors; meanwhile prepared
papers were read and addresses given
in the general assembly. In the
later hours of the afternoon session
part of the unfinished report of the
committee was read to elicite sugges-
tions. Committe resumed session,
and remained at work until nearly
7 o'clock.
	Then I went direct to 406 West
124th Street, where my sister Susa
is living during her attendance at
Columbia University as a student
in the Teachers' College. Happy to
find Susa well; of her success as
a student I had heard before. She
has two Utah sisters – Misses Swenson
and Larsen as her companions. Elder
McQuarrie who presides in this district
of the mission field called while I was at
the house. 					 (
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.		   1906.
May 16. Morning session of the
general assembly began at 10.30; the
Committee had been at work long
before this. This day's building in
the Botanical Gardens, Bronx Park,
During the forenoon meeting the
committee report was adopted, which
report included the recommendation
that the constitution be regarded
as provisional – to be in force for
one year and until superceded by
later enactment. The officers provided
for are a President, two vice-presidents,
a secretary, a treasurer who with
six others (11 in all) shall constitute
the Council, which is to be the
governing body of the organization.
The new organization is to be
known as The American Association
of Museums. The election of officers
was spirited – hotly contested in fact. (
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.	 5/16/1906.
With suprise I learned of my
nomination as one of the vice-presidents,
This I had to decline as the welfare
of the Association demands that
the principal executive officers
shall be within reasonably easy
reach from the important centers
of museum activity. Representation
in the Council was sought by
many. I was in no sense a can-
didate and in fact cared not
for personal recognition or prominence
nevertheless I realized that I represented
an institution, and that its
recognition would be an honor to
our people. Therefore I did not decline
when nominated for membership
in the Council. I was elected to this
position for a two year term. The
full list of officers fellows.
It was nightfall before the newly
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45			5/16/1906.
newly elected officers were free
to leave the Bronx gardens. The
following clipping is correct as to the

[A newspaper clipping attached to page]
[Column 1]
MUSEUM ASSOCIATION OFFICERS.

Organization Effected in This City—
Will Meet Next Year in Pittsburgh.
	At the afternoon session of the American
Association of Museums yesterday, after
the election of Dr. Bumpus as president in
the morning, the other officers were elect-
ed, as follows: Dr. William M. R. French of
the Chicago Art Institute, first vice-presi-
dent; Dr. W. J. Holland of the Carnegie
Institute of Pittsburgh, second vice-presi-
dent; Dr. George A. Dorsey of the Field
Museum of Natural History, Chicago, secre-
tary, and Dr. William P. Wilson, director
of Philadelphia Museums, treasurer. The
governing council includes these officers
and Dr. Richard Rathbun. director of the

[Column 2]
United States National Museum; Dr. Ed-
ward S. Morse of the Peabody Academy of
Science, Salem, Mass; Dr. N. L. Britton of
the Bronx Gardens; Dr. J. E. Talmage of
the University of Utah, and Dr. F. A. Lucas
and Prof. W. H. Goodyear of the Brooklyn
Institute of Arts and Sciences.
	The president was instructed to appoint
a committee to confer with a committee
of the National Education Association and
urge affiliation and the establishment by
the latter of a department of museums.
	A resolution was adopted memorializing
the trustees of the Carnegie fund for teach-
ers to make curators and their immediate
assistants members of the association eli-
gible to the benefits of the fund.
	The meeting adjourned to meet in 1907 at
the Carnegie Institute in Pittsburgh.

As noted above, the Association ad-
journed for the year. The two day's
meetings just closed constitute the
first General Meeting or as the Organ-
ization Meeting. The meeting of next
year is to be held in Pittsburgh, and
as decided by vote on my own motion,
not earlier than May, nor later than June,
the exact time to be determined by the Council."

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.		    1906.
May 17. Session of the Council
was held in the American Museum
of Natural History, beginning at 9.30
a.m. So many matters of importance
had been referred by the Association
to the Council that our labors were
prolonged. Indeed though went in a
body to La Rochelle for a one-o'clock
lunch business was continued at
the table, motions made, debated, and
voted on, and many committees
created. I have had the spirit
of willing service throughout the
proceedings of the last three
days, realizing what this movement
means. In one sense it is very
surprising to find the representative
of as small and little-known a
Museum as is the Deseret given
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5/17/1906
influential and effective work. In
the remarks connected with my nomin-
ation for the Council, some very
complimentary things were said
about the Deseret Museum, by those
few who knew it – such as its
intrinsic value, and its liberality
and enterprise as shown in our
Selenite distribution, and in our
affiliation with the Museums
Association established in Great
Britain. Of course my long connec-
tion with the foreign Association,
and the fact of my having been
a member of its Council gave me
some prestige as the facts became
known.
	By appointment I met Susa in
the evening and together we
attended the theatre.		(
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.		  1906.
May 18. Greater part of day was
devoted to business matters. Special
inquiry as to probability of a 
market here for some of our abrasives
and other western products.
Evening call on Susa. Together
we paid short visits to my
former students now enrolled in
Columbia University – Bro. J.R. Clark
and family; Bro. Fred. J. Pack and
family, and Sister Aretta Young.
Sister Young has been ill for months
and is expecting an improvement in
health sufficient to permit her
return to Utah.   Here as in
Philadelphia I find the road
recently traversed by Wife Maia,
well marked by the many pleasant
memories of her visit.
	News from home, as late as 13th
is comforting in the assurance
that all the loved ones are well. (
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.		      1906.
May 19. Day taken up by business
and writing.
May 20. Sunday Morning call on
some of the Utah folks. Then attended
the Sunday School of our Church
here. Inspected classes and gave brief
class addresses. Then met the officers
teachers, and adult members, – practi-
cally the whole school; made general
examination as to the condition
of the School and gave instructions
At 3 p.m. the afternoon sacrament
meeting began. By request, and, as
I afterward found, in accordance
with advertized announcement not
previously known to me I became
the speaker. Interval between
afternoon and evening meetings
I spent with Susa and her companions.
At the evening meeting I was again
the speaker.				    (
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.	      1906.
May 21. Spent entire day at
Columbia University. Pleasant meeting
with several of the professors
and with students in the science
courses, whom I claim as my boys
inasmuch as they were students
in my classes at home. Chief among
these is Bro. Fred J. Pack, now a
candidate for the Ph. D. degree
at the approaching commencement.
Brother Pack was my laboratory
assistant for two years. He graduated
as B. Sc. from Univ. of Utah. then
took the M.A. degree at Columbia
last year and now is to recieve the
Ph. D. degree. I attended his oral
find examination today, with sat-
isfaction. Bro. J. R. Clark is to be
graduated in the law department
this day<year> also. He was my close
associate for several years.    (
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.		    1906.
May 22. Early visit to Hoboken,
N.J., where I made extensive
purchases of petrographical
supplies for our home university.
Rest of the day spent in the marts
of trade investigating the possibility
of finding market here for certain
western products – notably abrasives
and magnesite. Spent greater
part of the evening in a
farewell visit to Susa, with
short calls on other Utahns.
Letters from wife and children,
of latest date May 18th bring
good news of affairs at home
and particularly as to health of
the loved ones.

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.		1906.
May 23. Day devoted to business
Took evening train to Baltimore.
Put up at Hotel Joyce – just
across the street from Camden
station.
May 24 Morning visit to the
Belfort Meterological Observatory,
where I selected an extensive
equipment of self recording instru-
ments for use in the smelter
investigations at home. Spent after
part of day at Johns Hopkins
University – where I had the privil-
ege of spending a year as a 
student 1893-4. Met Pres. Ira Remsen
who was my professor of chemistry
at that time; met several of the
present professors, and examined
seismographic equipment in
particular. Resumed western
journey on evening train, Balti-
more and Ohio line.
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. 		    1906.
May 26. Arrived in Chicago 6 p.m.
Took room at Palmer House.
May 27. Sunday Devoted the day
to church meetings. Our headquarters
here are at 149 Paulina Street (S.)
A large church building with
parsonage and vestry in orthodox
style is here occupied, the structure
having been purchased from another
sect. Sunday School at 10 a.m.
Then followed morning service
at which Elder Hubbard (a student
in one of the colleges here) and I
were the speakers. At 12.30 I
met the officers and teachers of
the Sunday School in special
meeting and addressed them on
the special work to which they
have been called. No afternoon
service. Evening meeting at 7.30. By
request I was the speaker The
presiding officer is Elder G.E. Ellsworth,
president North-western States Mission.
Letter from home dated May 24th
brings word that all are well there. <(
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.			1906.
May 28 and 29. Both days devoted
to business. Visited among other places
of interest the Armour Sand Paper
Works. This is but one of the
side industries resulting from
their great meat packing business,
- incident upon the utilization of
the glue. Other secondary industries
of this company, - each conducted
on a great scale are the manufacture
of soap, curled hair, glue, and
ammonia. At present their is a 
strong hostility manifested toward
the packing establishment, and
the Armour Co. especially, on account
of alleged exposures of their practices
of using diseased meat; the
claim is made that govern-
mental inspection of meat as
required by law, is utterly ignored.
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.
					1906.
May 30. Memorial Day. I trust
Wife and children will not for-
get to place a flower for me
on the tiny fraction of "Gods'
Acre" which we call ours.
Here business was but partly sus-
pended. I had appointments to meet
during the fore part of the
day. Witnessed the great
parade in the afternoon.
May 31. Business here practically
finished up. Ready to resume
my journey homeward, tomorrow.
June 1. Left for the west by
"Los Angeles Limited," via C. &
N W. Ry to Omaha, thence by
U.P.
June 2. Ill most of the day, –
result of long continued attack
of insomnia.
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.		  1906.
June 3. Sunday. Yesterday I was
ill – the result of a somewhat
prolonged attack of sleeplessness.
Last night, or more properly this
morning – about half an hour
past midnight I fell asleep and
rested more peacefully than for
weeks past. Soon after I emerged
from my berth this morning
the train came to a standstill,
and we learned of a freight'-
train wreck a few miles ahead.
We were held for fully nine hours.
Spent the time in writing –
letters and articles long delayed.
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"Inter-mountain Republican,"
	Salt Lake City.
			Monday June 4, 1906.

[left column]
MRS. SUSANNA TALMAGE
	PASSES AWAY AT PROVO

Matron of Prominent Family Suc-
	cumbs After Forty Years of 
		     Suffering.

Republican Special Service
	Provo. June 3.—Mrs. Susanna Tal-
mage died at her home last night at
11:30 o'clock of heart trouble and a
complication of stomach troubles.
Deceased was born at Lanbourne,
Berkshire, Eng., July 12, 1836, was
the daughter of George and Sarah
Martin Preater. She was married to
Dr. James J. Talmage, Aug. 14, 1859. 
[photograph of Mrs. Talmage]
	Mrs. Susanna Talmage. 

In May, 1868, she embraced the Mor-
mon doctrine and was baptized by
Henry Barlow.
	While in England her house was
opened to the elders and not a few
learned to call her "mother" from
the kind treatment they received at
her hands.

[right column]
		Came to Utah in 1876.
	She emigrated to Utah with her
family in 1876 and has made Provo
her home ever since. Her husband,
eight children, sixty-nine grand-
children, and one great-grandchild
survive her. Of her children the best
known, perhaps, are Dr. James E.
Talmage of the chair of geology in
the university of Utah. Susa A. Tal-
mage is studying at Columbia univer-
sity, and Mrs. Sadie Patten resides on
Provo bench. Her son Albert is in
Ogden, and George is filling a mis-
sion to New Zealand.
	Mrs. Talmage has been a sufferer
for forty years, but not until recently
did the family entertain any fears of
her death. About six weeks ago she
had a very server spell and at that
time told her husband she was afraid
she could not live. Yesterday she
felt much better and at night said
she would lie down. Her husband
was in the next room when she passed
away without a struggle. 
	Dr. Talmage was at the Palmer
house, Chicago, May 31, when he 
wrote to his parents that he might
have to return to New York, but if
not would be home within a week.
They have been unable to get in
communication with him yet and
arrangements for the funeral are
being delayed.
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. 		1906.
June 4. Reached Salt Lake City
about 2 a.m. Not desiring to disturb
wife and children at this unseemly
hour I took a room at the U.P.
Railway Hotel – across the street
from the O.S.L. station; and remained
there until 7 a.m.
	Sad and surprising news awaited
my arrival home. My dear Mother
died Saturday night last. Her
passing away seems to have been
almost as great a surprise to
Father and others in the Provo
home as the news of the sorrowful
event was to me this morning.
While her health has been impaired
for some time past, no immediately
serious results were expected: Letter
received in the course of my journey <(
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gave assurances of her improvement.

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"The Salt Lake Herald"
	Monday, June 4, 1906.

	DEATH OF MRS. J. J. TALMAGE
	
	Provo Mourns the Loss of a Highly
		   Respected and Intelligent
				Woman.

	Provo, June 3.–Mrs. Susanna Proctor <Preater>
Talmage, wife of Dr. J. J. Talmage of the
Fifth ward, died Saturday evening at 11:30
o'clock from an affection of the heart,
complicated with other ailments. The de-
ceased was the daughter of George and
Sarah Martin Proctor, and was born in
Lambourne, Berkshire, England, July 12,
1836. In 1859, Aug. 14, she was married to
Dr. J. J. Talmage, and became a mem-
ber of the Mormon church in May, 1868.
In 1876 the family emigrated to Utah, and
has since lived in this city, where the de-
ceased has gained the love and respect of
all her acquaintances by her kindly, wo-
manly nature and her intellectual attrib-
utes, the latter not being so prominently
recognized, however, as they would have
been in a person of more aggressive char-
acter. They are strongly reflected in her
children, one of whom is Dr. J. E. Tal-
mage of the University of Utah. He is
now in the east and efforts are being
made to reach him in order to fix the
time of the funeral. A daughter, Miss
Susie Talmage, is a student at the Co-
lumbia university in New York, and one
son, George, is a missionary in New Zeal-
and. She was the mother of eleven chil-
dren, eight of whom, with her husband,
twenty-nine grandchildren and one great
grandchild, survive her, three children
have passed before.

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. 		1906. 
June 4: cont.
After the first shock of surprise
and sorrow, I telephoned to Provo
and learned from Father that he
was trying to bear the bereavement
with fortitude. Then I telegraphed
to President McQuarrie in New York
requesting him to convey the sad
news to my sister, Susa, whom I
so recently left in happy state
with pleasing anticipation of
continuing her studies at Columbia.
Wife and I took train to Provo.
To our joy we found Father in
better condition than we had any
reason to hope for. The married
sisters and their husbands also
Albert and his wife gathered at
the home; and many friends and
neighbors came, as I learn they have
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"The Deseret Evening News"
	Salt Lake City, Utah
		Monday, June 4, 1906.

DEATH OF MRS. J.J. TALMAGE.

Special Correspondence.
	Provo, June 4.–Mrs. Susanna Praeter
Talmage, wife of Dr. J. J. Talmage of
the Fifth ward, died Saturday evening
at 11:30 o'clock from an affection of the
heart, complicated with other ailments.
The deceased was the daughter of
George and Sarah Martin Preater, and
was born in Lanbourne, Berkshire,
England, July 12, 1836; she was married
Aug. 14, 1859 to Dr. J. J. Talmage, and
became a member of the "Mormon"
Church in May, 1868. In 1876 the fam-
ily emigrated to Utah, and has since
lived in this city. Mrs. Talmage was a
devoted Latter-day Saint and an affec-
tionate wife and mother. Before com-
ing to Utah the home of the Talmages
was a home to the Elders, by whom
they are held in loving remembrance
for the kindess they extended to them
while on missions. Mrs. Talmage was
a woman of kindly, sympathetic nature
and made warm friends of all her ac-
quaintances. She was also possessed
of strong intellectual abilities, which
are reflected in her children, one of
whom is Dr. J. E. Talmage of the Uni-
versity of Utah, another Miss Susie
Talmage, is a student at the Columbia
university, New York. A son, George,
is on a mission in New Zealand. Her
husband, eight children, 29 grand
children and one great grand child sur-
vive her. Three children have died.
	Dr. J. E. Talmage arrived in Salt
Lake today from a trip. He had no
intimation of his mother's illness, to
say nothing of the fact that she had
passed away, until his arrival home,
on a belated train.
	The eldest daughter of the deceased
is Mrs. Edward Harding, the youngest
daughter is Miss Mary Downs.
	The date of funeral will be fixed after
word is received from the daughter
Susa, now in New York.

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June 4, cont.       
.           1906.
I learn that telegrams had been
sent in an effort to locate me;
and in view of the uncertainty as
to my whereabouts and time of
return, the family had decided
to have the remains embalmed.
The untenanted tabernacle of Mother's
gentle spirit lies at home in
peace. The influence of peace
and resignation prevails in the
house. Telegram from Susa an-
nounces her immediate start on
the sad journey homeward. A
family council was held, and
arrangements for the solemn service
now called for were made. The
funeral will be deferred pending <(
)>
Susa's arrival. It is impracticable
to think of George coming home from
his mission field in New Zealand and
the sorrowful tidings will not reach him for weeks.

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.		     1906.
June 6.5. After consultation with
church authorities, the time for
the funeral was provisionally set
for Sunday next. Wife and I assisted
in the preparations, and then we
both returned to Salt Lake City, in
the same service. Maia has assumed
the care of providing the burial
robes etc., and this she can attend
to better in Salt Lake City.
	I learn that the passing away
was peaceful and seemingly painless,
as indeed was fit. We are told
by the sure word of revelation
that unto those who die unto the
Lord death is not bitter.
	      ——————
In the evening I had to attend
meeting of Sunday School General
Board, to present report of my
labors during the period of my
absence in the east.
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.		      1906.
June 7. As I recall certain incidents
of the last few days I marvel at
the succession of circumstances
tending to maintain my ignorance
of the breavement that has come
to us, until my arrival home.
Telegram from Wife was sent to
Palmer House Chicago, the reply to
which gave only time of my leaving;
– the clerk there was informed
as to train on which I left for
the west, as the hotel records show
baggage transfer, checking etc. Then,
on my morning ride to the house,
(Monday) I bought copy of morning
paper, and glanced at the column
headings yet failed to see Mother's
name which stood in bold type
at the top of the page and or her
portrait printed in the columns,
and the only picture on the page.
The first intimation I had was received
from Wife Maia.			  (
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.		   1906.
June 8. Friday. Susa reached Salt
Lake City today, and with Albert
and wife went on to Provo in the
afternoon. My brave little sister has
stood the transcontinental journey
well, and seems to have but
our present purpose – to reach
her Father's side and comfort him.
		—————
This day marks the close of
the academic year at the University
of Utah. I had somewhat curtailed
my work in the east – as at firsst 
planned — in order to be here
during the closing week. Under
existing circumstances however,
I have taken no part in the
public functions of this commence-
ment season.

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"Deseret Evening News."
	Salt Lake City, Utah,
Monday, June 11, 1906.

[left column]
NOBLE WOMAN LAID TO REST.

Obsequies of Mrs. James J. Talmage
	—Record of Honored Life.

	Provo, June 11.–There was a large
attendance of relatives and friends at
the funeral services held yesterday over
the remains of Mrs. J. J. Talmage in
((the Fifth ward metinghouse. The
speakers were Elders S. S. Jones, J.
C. Swenson, W. S. Rawlings, E. S.
Hinckley and J. B. Keeler, who each
testified to the noble life and character
of the departed and spoke words of
consolation to the bereaved relatives.

[right column]
Beautiful vocal selections were ren-
dered by the ward choir.
	Mrs. Susannah Preater Talmage was
the daughter of George and Sarah Mar-
tin Preater. She was born at Lam-
bourne, Berkshire, England, July 12,
1836, and died at the family home in
Provo City, Utah, on the night of June
2, 1906, within a few weeks of her 70th
birthday. The immediate cause of
death was stomach disorders accom-
panied by heart weakness.
	In 1859 she became the wife of James
J. Talmage, who survives her; and in
1868 she and her husband became
members of the Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints.
	In 1876 the family emigrated to Utah,
and established a home in Provo. She
was the mother of 11 children, eight of
whom are still living. Her surviving
children are Dr. James E. Talmage,
of the University of Utah; Mrs. Ed-
ward Harding, Mrs. Sarah Patten, Mrs.
Mary Downs, Albert, George, John and
Susa. Her son George is at present
filling a mission in New Zealand. Miss
Susa Talmage, the youngest daughter,
was a student at Columbia university
at the time of the mother's demise, but
returned in time to attend the obse-
quies.
	Twenty-nine grandchildren and one-
great-grandchild have been born in the
family; and all the descendants of the
departed mother in Israel are numbered
in the Church to which she was so
faithfully devoted.
	The deceased was a woman of most
estimable character, of a nature self-
sacrificing in the extreme, and ever
happy when helping others. While a
resident of her native land she was
known by the honored name "Mother,"
to the missionary Elders who always
found a welcome at the Talmage home.
	Gentle, humble and retiring rather
than aggressive, her nobler attributes
were best known by those with whom
she was most intimately associated.
She was a woman of sound judgment
and intellectual strength-qualities in-
herited by her children in strong de-
gree.

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.		 1906.
June 9. Went to Provo to further
assist in preparations for the morrow.
Father manifests the same spirit
of courage and resignation, and
all in the house are animated by
the same influence. Through lack
of room at the home I spent the
night at the Roberts hotel.
June 10. Sunday. Wife and all our 
children except Baby Helen came
to Provo by morning train. Aunt
Julia Howe and others from the city
were with us also. The mortal remains
of the noble woman whom I have
been privileged to call "Mother" re-
posed in peaceful and beautiful
surroundings, for friends to see
once and for the last time during
the forenoon hours. Flowers were
brought by many weeping friends,
and absent ones sent garlands and 
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NG NEWS: MONDAY, JUNE 11, 1906.

[Picture of a woman]

MRS. SUSANNAH PREATER TALMAGE

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1906.
June 10. cont
wreaths from the city and elsewhere.
With the exception of George now
in New Zealand, and of John whose
whereabouts are unknown to any of
us, all Mother's children now living
were present to render the last
loving and solemn rites to her
memory. All the older grandchildren
were present also. We followed the
casket from the house to the
5th Ward Meeting House, where the
services were held under the direction
of the Bishopric, commencing at
12.30 p.m. The pall-bearers were
six high priests chosen from the
quorum to which Father belongs.
A choir of fifty or more children
sang hymns of comfort and praise.
The speakers were those who knew
Mother best, - elders who had
called her "Mother" while in their <(
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1906.
June 10. (cont.)
mission fields abroad, and neighbors
who loved her more as they knew
her better. Interment was made
in the family lot in the City
Cemetery; and we turned with
weeping eyes and throbbing hearts
toward the house that has lost
much that made it home, leaving
behind us a grave banked with
flowers. May we be as well
prepared to answer the summons
as was Mother! May we be found
worthy of a place in the home
that is hers. Her sufferings have
been great; surely she is among
the white robed daughters of God
who have come up through great
tribulation. Blessed are the children
who have such a Mother.
My three boys and I returned to the
city by evening train.

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1906.
June 11. Though difficult to do,
we have to turn again to the
practical and stern duties of work.
Busy today at the University.
During my absence examination
papers have been gathered and
held pending my return. Reports
of students' class standing are re—
quired without delay.
June 12. Fore part of the day spent
at University. Latter part was devoted
to geological work in Emigration
Canyon incident to a case now
pending in court. Wife returned
today.
June 13. Evening meeting of high
priests resident in 27th Ward, under
call of presidency of the quorum.
Several speakers, among them
myself, expressed hope that
such meetings in the ward would
be contributed.

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1906.
June 14. Another anniversary of our
wedding day. For eighteen years I
have been rich and blessed in
the possession of God's own gift.
On the witness stand in District
Court, testifying to results of
examination as to structural
features in Emigration Canyon. The
case involves question of water
sources.
	In company with Attorney Allison
went by evening train to Nephi.
Took quarters at Forest House.
June 15. Early morning visit
to Nephi Canyon to refresh my
memory as to details of gypsum
deposit there occuring and observed
by me at intervals for years past.
On the witness stand in District
Court during forenoon, testifying
as to the nature of this deposit.

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1906.
June 15. Cont.
Took afternoon train to Provo. Spent
evening and night at the house
with Father, Susa, and Albert.  Alice
came up during the evening,
as she has done daily of late. Two
of Susa's friends — Sisters Pearl Snow
and Lydia Schraw — were there; they
have been ministering angels of
peace during our season of mourn-
ing.  Father is in fair health,
and is hopeful and resigned.
June 16. Returned to Salt Lake City
by morning train.
June 18. Sunday. Short address at
morning prayer circle in the
Temple. Greater part of day devoted
to Sunday School matters assigned
to me. Wife and I attended evening
sacrament meeting in the ward.

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1906
June 21. Early train to Bingham;
headquarters at Old Jordan mine.
Field examination.
June 22. Work continued. Returned
home by night train.
June 24. Sunday. Quarterly con-
ference of the Ensign Stake to
which our ward belongs. At the
afternoon session in tabernacle I
was the speaker.
June 25. Visited by Prof. Harry Reid
of John Hopkins University. He and
I were together in Russia. Of course
he wanted to visit places of
geologic interest in this region.
Took him by train to the lake;
then after returning to the city we 
had a long train to the fault
scarps and alluvial cones north 
of the Warm Springs. nearly 9 p.m
before we reached home.

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1906.
June 26. As for Dr. Reid's earnest
desire we set out early on trip to
Little Cottonwood Canyon.  Went by
trolly car to Murray, thence horse-
back to the canyon and return to 
Murray. Hard ride.  The doctor
was nearly exhausted.  Haste
was necessary in view of his having
to leave the city by early afternoon
train.  Sunday School Board
meeting at night.
June 27.  Visited by Prof. Fairchild
of Rochester, N.Y. secretary of the
Geological Society of America.  Ac-
companied him to such points
of geologic importance as could
be reached by street car and afoot.
He tells me that in the course
of recent examination of drumlins
in the vicinity of Rochester and
elsewhere in New York, he has photographed

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1906.
June 27 (cont.)
"Mormon Hill". This is known to us
as the Hill Cumorah - the resting
place of the Book of Mormon
plates prior to their delivery to
Joseph Smith.  Prof. Fairchild
pronounces the hill a typical 
drumlin, the crest of which he
describes as being "as regular
as if laid off by a straight
edge ruler."  By measurement he
found the crest to be exactly 700
feet above the base.  He commented
on the precise height, saying
that it was "accurately 100 times
the sacred number 7."
June 28.  Early train to Bingham.
Took room at the Elmerton Field
work on Utah Apex property.
June 29. Work continued.
June 30. Ditto. Returned home by evening
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1906. 
July 1: Sunday Fast-day. Morning meeting
in Temple; afternoon service in our
Ward followed by Ward priesthood
meeting. Took part in last two
meetings named.
July 2. Early train to Bingham.
Field work at U.S. mines on
"Commercial" property; headquarters at
Old Jordan mine.
July 3. Continued work in field; home
by evening train. Sunday School meeting
at night. 
July 4. Independence Day. Spent at
home. 
July 5 6 Bingham; headquarters at
Old Jordan as before. Field work.
July 7. Work continued; home by
night train. 
July 8, Sunday. Usual meetings.
July 9. Entire day in laboratory.
July 10. Ditto. Sunday School Board
	meeting at night.

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1906.
July 11. By morning train to Sandy
thence by stage to Alta. Met the
University class (21 members) in charge
of Prof. E. Wilson, at present in camp
at Alta engaged in mine surveying. 
I visit. them for a day on request of
students and University officials to
give a little help in Geology. Spent
afternoon and early evening in surface
field work; then devoted the night
hours, until nearly midnight in
the Columbus Consolidated mine.
July 12. Early morning hours spent
with class on surface; remainder
of the available time was spent
in the 200' and 300' workings of
the mine. Afternoon stage
ride to Sandy, thence home by 
evening train.

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1906.
July 15. Sunday. Elder Seymour B. 
Young and I as members of the
D.S.S. General Board attended forenoon
session of the annual conference
of the 32nd Ward Sunday School. 
Immediately after the close of the
meeting we held a meeting of the
officers and teachers of the school.
Elder Young and I delivered short
addresses at each of the meetings
During the afternoon Elders Bennett
and Burrowes and I attended
monthly S.S. Union meeting of the
Ensign Stake. Addresses in the
separate department session and
in the reassembled gathering.

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1906.
	July 18: Left Salt Lake City by 12.01 a.m.
train for southern Nevada. Train held at Milford
nearly eight hours owing to derailment of north-
bound train between Milford and Lund.
	July 19; Arrived at Moapa, Nevada, about 2 a.m.
on train due here at 5.30 yesterday afternoon.
Was met atb station by Brother Levi Syphus, of
St. Thomas, at whose instance I have undertaken
this journey. To take advantage of the cooler
hours we set off at once. Drove to Overton, ar-
riving about 6 a.m. After breakfast wee rode
horseback to the hills on the east between Over-
ton and St. Thomas, examining certain deposits
of kaolin and magnesite, samples of which I have
already analyzed. Excessive heat prevailed. 
Spent night at St. Thomas, at Bro. Syphus's home,
which is also that of his sister and her husband--
Henry Gentry and wife.		Temperature reported
today--110°F. in the shade.
	July 20: Drove to Bonnelli Copper Canyon, by
way of Granite Springs valley. Camped about
9 p.m.

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1906.
	July 21:	Field examination of the mining proper-
ties.	Steep climbs, intense heat. In the evening
drove back to Granite Springs and camped. Here as
in fact all through this region, crested quail are
seen in great flocks. Many desert plants, among
which are yucca, mescal, the curious Joshua, cacti
in great variety, etc.; and in the region of water
there are mesquit "mescrew", and "cat's claw".
	July 22: Sunday; We had planned to resume journey
at 3 a.m. By 2.30 we were astir, and soon discov-
ered that one of the horses had left us. Brother
Syphus showed his skill and resource in emergency.
With lighted matches he soon found the tracks of the
deserter; following such down the valley he learned
that the horse had started for home. Returning to 
camp he hitched up the remaining horse, then took
the other's place at the end of the wagon tongue to
hold up the neck yoke, and ordered me to the driver's
seat to control the brake. The road was wholly a 
descending grade, and ply the brake as I would there
were frequent warnings from the biped member of the
team that they were running away. After a mile or
more had thus been covered a whinny from the horse
told of the nearness of his mate. The escaped animal
was soon in harness.

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									1906.
		      July 22: continued.   
Reached St. Thomas shortly before ten o'clock. On
Friday last I had enquired as to Sunday School ar-
rangements here; and had learned that no school ses-
sions were usually held during the hot weather. It
was understood that the school would be convened to-
day, and to be present in time I had made a forced
journey back. On arriving this morning I was in-
formed that no school could be held, as yesterday
had been an unusually warm day and the melon picking
was greater than had been expected. An afternoon
meeting was suggested as a possibility; but this
failed of realization for today's melon business is
as heavy as yesterday's. An evening meeting was
appointed, but the melon packing was not completed
until after 10 o'clock, so no meetings were held.
Early in the day I found that most of the children
and many adults paid frequent though hasty visits to
the well on the home lot of Brother Gentry where I
am staying. This was a waterless well when dug; the
excavation is over 30 feet deep; the walls have been
plastered, and at intervals the muddy water from the
irrigating streams is turned into the pit. A well
frame with rope and bucket have been added, and the 
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									1906. 
		July 22, continued. 
water as drawn is translucent, and perhaps a degree 
or so cooler than the ditch water. This is the only 
"well" in the town , and hither the thirsty come to
drink.	I took my place under a spreading osage-
orange tree shading the well, and thus captured the 
children as they came and talked to them and with 
them on Sunday and Sunday-school. During the even-
ing three adults came for brief consultation; each 
of these was engaged in disputation on theological 
or church-administration affairs. 
	July 23: At 6.30 a.m. Bro. Syphus and I started
horseback for the copper and alleged platinum mines 
in the Bunkerville mountains. Hard ride; horses
could scarcely be urged faster than a walk; they
panted and trembled but showed little perspiration, 
as Bro.  Syphus put it "'Tis too  hot for them to 
sweat".	Examined the Darling properties and the 
Key West mine region. At the former we were received
and kindly treated by the custodian in residence
there, who is also one of the principal owners--
Al. Thompson. Only a hasty inspection was intended 
or attempted. Homeward journey was slow and tedi-
ous. Reached St. Thomas about 11 o'clock. Covered
about 40 miles; travelling 12 hours, and at the 
mines about 4 hours. 			
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;				1906.
	July 24: Pioneer day in Utah. Left on the 3 5a.m.
mail stage for Moapa. The valley contains three
settlements--St.Thomas with about 15 families, Over-
ton with 12 to 15, and Logan, locally called "St.
Joe" with about 6. These data were furnished me by
Bro. Syphus. Semi-tropical climate here. Figs
pomegranates, almonds, and other choice fruits are
ripening; the grape crop is about ready for harvest-
ing, and the melon shipping is in full operation.
Everybody is busy with melons just now; some water-
melons, but mostly cantaloupe, are the products now
engrossing attention. Not a man can be hired for,
other work; not a spare horse can be found. The
three little settlements named ship from 12 to 18
tons of melons every day. The cantaloupe have to
be picked twice a day; when plucked they are carried
to the "nice warm shade", and then are gathered up
by wagons on regular rounds, and taken to the crating
place. From sunset till midnight laden twagons are
starting out for the railway shipping point--Moapa.
One can follow the road in the dark by the fragrant
melon odor. Of course while the harvest lasts the
work cannot be interrupted. Sundays and other days
alike demand their due attention, or the crop would
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1906.
                   		July 24: continued.
	This valley, commonly designated as the Valley of
the Muddy, really part of the Meadow Valley Wash, is
soon to become one of the famous fruit regions of 
the west. In the sparse population and the few
settlements of the present one sees an example of
devotion and faith characteristic of our people.
Early in the history of our peoples' struggles with
the western deserts, President Brigham Young saw
the great possibilities of this region, and several
families were called as missionaries to leave their
growing homes in Utah and establish themselves here.
Their exepriences must have been hard. Even now 
with the railway so near the journey is by no means
an easy one. Some of the settlers went at once to
work; others saw no promise for of a market for their
products, and did but little. Now that the railroad
has opened the door to market, the thrifty and faith-
ful are reaping immediate returns; others are just
beginning to plant their fig trees and vines.
	The fertility of the soil is phenomenal. Fruit 
trees flourish; warmth-loving crops are heavy. Cot-
tonwood and osage orange appear to be the favorite
shade trees; I am told that a growth of 8 feet is
common for a young cottonwood the first season after
planting.

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.                              1906.
                      July 24, continued.
Took train at Moapa for the north. Interesting
formations of sedimentaries with intercalated basalt
near the Nevada line. The stramonium or poisonous
'Jimpson weed" is een in great abundance and of great
size alongside the track northward to Caliente and
beyond. These plants seem to grow better on the 
recently disturbed soil immediately adjoining the 
track than farther away.         Reached Lund at 8.30
p.m., and found Brother Randall Jones of Cedar City
awaiting me. We camped together for the night.
July 25; Drove to Cedar City, and resumed my old
quarters at the house of W.H.Corey.
July 26; Drove to the iron deposits in Iron Spring
district. Joined in the early afternoon by Guy
Sterling who came in on the stage as per arrangement.
Continued examination until a late hour. Returned to 
Cedar City.
July 27: Returned to the mines, and continued
examination until 3p.m. Then started with Randall
Jones as driver for Lund. Very heavy rain; for long
distances we were driving through water many inches 
deep on the open desert. Took night train for home

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1906.
	July 28: Arrived home 7 a.m. Busy day attending
to work accumulated.  Left Salt Lake City again by
midnight train, returning south.
	July 29: Sunday; Left train at Modena. Was dis-
appointed in finding here no church organization.
Proceeded by stage to Fay, Nevada. On this trip
I accompany General James N. Huston of Baldwin, N. Y.
who visits the region to look into certain mining
properties, Trip had been provisionally arranged
for by correspondence weeks ago, but has been thus
long delayed. Mr. O.H. Johnson of the Allis-Chalmers
mine supply house is one of our party. The General
and MR. Johnson took quarters at a private residence
in Fay; I established myself by preference at the
Buck mine camp house on Buck mountain.
	July 30: Early startto inspect the Snowflake
mining claims; this work occupied us until late
afternoon, when by prior arrangement I left the party
and was taken by private conveyance to Modana where
I boarded train for the north. Stopped at Milford;
took room at the Forgie house.
	July 31: Had purchased ticket for Newhouse where
I expected to take stage for Osceola to meet Bro.
H.M.Wooley as per arrangement, when telegram was
delivered stating that W
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.                            1906.
                 July 31, continued.   
delivered stating that Wooley had returned to Salt
Lake. I took passage on southbound train to Modena
thence returned by stage to Fay.
	August 1: Resumed my preliminary examination of
the Snowflake property.
	August 3 2: Work continued. Evening ride to
Modena with Gen. Huston and Mr. Johnson. There took
train north-bound.
	August 3: Arrived home 7 a.m. Delivered about
150 pounds of samples for assay, and devoted most of
day to laboratory work.
	August 5: Sunday; Short addresses at the morning
prayer meeting, also at the afternoon Fast Meeting
in our ward, and at the ward Priesthood meeting im-
mediately following.
	August 7: Finished report on Snowflake property
and General Huston left for New York. Attended the
S.S. Board meeting at night.
	August 10: Stake Priesthood meeting at night;
Elder W.W.Riter and I were the speakers.
	August 12: Sunday. By call of the Bishop I was
the speaker at the evening sacrament meeting in our
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1906.
August 19: Week has been devoted to laboratory work
and business. This day went to Provo to visit Father
and to attend a ward Sunday School. Wife, Paul,
and Elsie went to Provo also, their intentions being
to join others of the family and spend a few days
in Provo canyon. I attended Fifth Ward Sunday-school 
Delivered short addresses at department assemblies
and before the school as a whole. Returned to the
city at night. Alone in the house again. Rain
was falling when we left this morning and has con-
tinued at intervals in Provo. I find here however
evidence of an unusual down-pour. The streets are
flooded in many parts of the City; our lot and lawn
have been swept by detritus-laden water, and part of
the lawn is under inches of sand and mud. Several
of Paul's chicken have been drowned.
	August 20: Rain continued all night, and was
pouring down when I took morning train for Park
City. Accompanied here by Engineer L.G.Burton. We
took rooms at the Park City Hotel, and proceeded by
team and covered carriage to Silver King mine; there
spent remainder of day in underground inspection.
This is my first inspection of parts of the mine
concerned in pending litigation, in which the Silver
King Co. is charged with trespass.

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.                                1906.
August 25: Every day since last entry has been
devoted to mine examination. The case is one in 
which the Silver King Co. is charged with having
entered the ground of the St. Louis Magnolia Company
and with the unlawful extraction of ore therefrom.
My engagement in the matter was effected while I
was in the East last May.	In this week's work we
have been put to many petty inconveniences due to 
the unwillingness with which the defendant company
has admitted us to the mine.	Though armed with
an order from the Federal Court directing that we be
admitted to all of certain parts of the mine the mine
officials insist of placing their own interpretation
on the scope of the order, and men are placed on
guard in many places on the different levels to 
prevent our passing beyond certain lines. Ou<r>t ###
attorneys prefer to wait until the Federal judge 
returns from his present absence, before proceeding
to strong measures.		This night I returned to 
the City; found a deserted house. At a late hour 
went to the University to examine mail and found a
letter from Wife saying that all were well. Later
had a conversation with Maia over the telephone;
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					         			   1906.
	August 26: Sunday. Confined to the house on ac-
count of illness; a lonesome day.
	August 27; Somewhat better; visited office of the
First Presidency and had interview with the Counsel-
ors on matters pertaining to the Society for the Aid
of the Sightless. President Joseph F. Smith is a
abroad.
	Aug. 28; By morning train to Thistle, Utah County;
thence horseback to the asphaltum deposits a few
miles from the station; accompanied by Messrs R.M.
Pope and A.B.Richardson. Day spent in examination
of War Eagle and St. Loiuis properties on which liti-
gation is pending, the question being as to lode or
placer structure. Took night train to Provo, arriv-
ing about 11 o'clock. Not wshing to disturb our
folks at so late an hour I took quarters at the
Roberts hotel, or rather at a private rooming es-
tablishment used as an annex to the hotel, Ventured
to call Broth-in-law A.L.Booth by 'phone and learned
that Wife Maia was expected from Springville whither
she and other sisters had gone on Improvement ASssn. 
business. At my suggestion Maia came to the hotel
room. Learned that the little ones are well. 
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1906.
	Aug. 29: Early morning visit to Father and Susa
at the home. We are trying to arrange for Susa's 
return to Columbia University, and plans for Fathers
care were partly arranged. Then took train to the
City, arriving in early part of afternoon. Found
an earnest request for my presence at Fay, Nevada,
and started for that point by midnight train.
	Aug. 30: Left train at Modena; proceeded thence
by stage to Fay. Took quarters at the office of
Horseshoe Mining and Milling Company, with arrange-
ment for meals at the residence of Mr. Oscar Stokes
who is manager and part owner in the company named.
	August 31: Began examination and investigation
of the Horseshoe mine and mill. This property yield
ed a fortune to early operators, and two fortunes
have been lost by later purchasers.
	AugustSeptember 5; Work continued daily with a
Sunday respite. Result shows the cause of failure
to be part incompetency and part knavery. The
superintendent of the property--Ernest Lane-- has
been retained in office by the successive operators
and owners since the first change of ownership.
Notwithstanding his reports as to the great amount
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						     Sept. 5, 1906.
I find the mine wholly worked out as far as developed.
A great deal of expensive and useless work has been 
done and more was in progress until I had such stop-
ped; and of this the most has been done clearly in
the interests of owners of contiguous property,
among whom the superintendent is numbered. The mill
was closed for "clean-up" purposes; and today I
recommended the closing down of the entire mine. This
step was taken at noon. The matter is a serious
and sad one. Mr. and Mrs Stokes tell me with sor-
row and regret how they gave up their comfortable 
home in California, where they had extensive orange
groves, to undertake this venture in mining, about
which neither Mr. Oscar Stokes nor his two brothers
who are co-owners with him, have and practical 
knowledge or experience. The brothers are W.H.
Stokes of Watertown, S.D., and Frank Stokes of Los
Angeles. I left sad homes today. A pleasing feat-
ure of manly nature was apparent in the attitude of 
the discharged miners, who, with all their roughness
greeted me warmly after the shut down order went 
into effect, saying that they were glad the Stokes
brothers were not to be robbed any longer.
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					6666Sept. 5, 1906; continued.
In company with Clark C. Miller of Fay I drove out
to the Gold bug claims north of Deer Lodge; and fol-
lowing our return to Fay Mr. Miller drove me to 
Modena; took evening train north-bound.
	Sept. 6: Arrived home 7 a.m. finding Wife and some
of the children returned from their outing. Forenoon
consultation with attorneys and others on the pending
litigation involving Silver King mine of Park City.
	Sept. 8: Conference with the Stokes Brothers--
who have gathered here to consider my report on the
mine and mill. While they are heavy losers they
thank me heartily for the full and frank report ren-
dered. They are evidently honest men who have under-
taken a hopeless task; for their purpose in purchas-
ing the Horseshoe property was plainly that of oper-
ating the same legimately, and not for speculative
ends. They have been deceived. The mine yet holds
assuring promise of returns if exploited at depth, but
so far as developed the yield of workable ore is
exhausted.
	Sept. 9: Sunday; S.S.committee assignments on
Outline revision claimed my attention.
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1906.
	Sept.<11.> In U.S.Land Office court, and on witness
stand all day in connection with the asphaltum prop-
erty dispute.
	Sept. 12: In court all day.
	Sept. 13; Trip to Thistle in company with A.F.
Lawson; collected samples from certain points des-
cribed by opposing side. Return by train to Provo, 
where I stopped off to visit the folks. Susa is
to start for the east tomorrow; and Albert and wife
will take charge of the Provo home for the present.
Night train two hours late; uncomfortable experience
having been drenched by rain on my way to the station
	Sept. 14: Reached home shortly before 2 a.m.
	Sept. 16: Sunday; Address at the morning meeting
in Temple. Wife and I went to Kaysville in early
afternoon and attended funeral services of Sister 
Sarah Layton. Maia was a boarder in the household 
of Sister Layton when I went to ask the dear Girl
to become my wife; we have a personal interest in
the life and departure of Sister Layton, who was
indeed a noble woman in Israel. Wife stayed to
attend a convention meeting of the Y.L.M.I.A., and 
returned on late train. I came back by early evening
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1906.
September 17. Instruction work begun at
the University for the academic year 1906-1907.
Sept. 24. Forty-four years old today.
	"26 and 27. In attendance at court
under subpoena in connection with smelter
litigation (Touse damage case). 
Sept. 28. University reception to Faculty.
	" 30. Sunday. — observed as the monthly
fast day, the next Sunday coming
in the conference period. In attendance
all day at special sessions of Sunday
School Board.
	October 2. On the witness stand in
Touse damage suit against Utah Consolidated
Company. Sunday School Board meeting
at night. 
October 5. Opening sessions of the
semi-annual conference of the Church.
priesthood meeting held in the
tabernacle at night.
Oct. 7. Sunday: Closing day of conference.
Meeting of Sunday School Officers directly
after the afternoon session of conference. 
General S. S. conference at night.
A very inspiring conference is that
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.                 1906.
	October 10. In view of somewhat
intensive field operations involving
geological examination of coal lands
and contiguous areas in certain parts
of Utah, such examination being
incident to investigation started by
the national government, I have had
to make special arrangements for
class work at the University so as
to facilitate my work in the field
on certain days of the week. Of late I
have had extra lectures and demonstration
sessions of advanced classes. Left the
city by this morning's train in company
with Messrs. Robert Forrester (Geologist
to the Utah Fuel Company) and
Mark Hopkins (fellow investigator in
the field work) and together we travelled
to Castle Gate. I was provided with
quarters at the home of Wm Forrester,
Supt. of the Castle Gate mines. Afternoon
and evening devoted to examinations in
Willow Creek Canyon. Late return. 
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.			1906.
October 11. Forenoon and early afternoon
spent in the mines. rest of the
daylight hours spent in examining
mountain exposures. Horseback travel;
late return. 
October 12. Forrester (Robt.), Hopkins, and 
I travelled horseback from Castle 
Gate to Scofield in Pleasant Valley, making
examinations along the route. Journeyed
by way of Spring Canyon, over divide 
to Beaver creek, thence to Jump Creek.
Long and hard ride. Reached altitude 
of 9200 ft. Fine exposure of fossil-
bearing Tertiary limestone at head of 
Jump Creek canyon divide. Fresh
beaver dams on Beaver Creek side.
Hopkins and I took rooms at the 
Walton House in Scofield.
October 13. Long day in the saddle; general
examination of stratigraphy. Traversed 
Eccles or Crandall canyon, thence
crossed to and descended Holdaway <(
)>
canyon.	Returned between 8 & 9 p.m.

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.			    1906.
	October 14. Sunday. Shortly before 10 a.m.
I was at the Scofield meeting house ready
for Sunday School. Nobody else present. At
10.15 I called at the house of Bishop Ruff;
then returned and greeted the dozen small
children who had gathered by that time.
Lighted a fire in the big stove, and
met the Superintendant on his arrival
at 10.25. Witnessed the belated opening
exercises and visited two of the classes; declined
to take any of the time to address the school.
At 11.20 I mounted the pony awaiting me
outside and galloped up canyon to Winter
Quarters Sunday School. Visited classes and
after dismissal held meeting of officers and
teachers. Then left to keep appointment with
field workers at Winter Quarters. Returned to
Scofield; and during afternoon rode up
Woods Canyon with Forrester, Hopkins. Left
soon after 4 pm. in company with Hopkins. Were
driven to Tucker on the railway line; our
driver was David Parry of Winter Quarters.
The drive was one not to be easily forgotten
- fast and furious over bad roads. Train
reported several hours late.	    (
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1906.
October 16.15. Boarded train shortly before
3a.m. Nearly 6 a.m. when I reached home. 
Not a minute's sleep during the night. A 
hurried bath and change of clothes; then
hastened to the University. Lectures began at 8.30,
and with extra sessions previously appointed
closed at 7.30 p.m., — two periods of one hour
each breaking the series.
October 17.16. Extra lectures as appointed. Left
by night train to resume work in the
field.
October 17. Arrived at Colton, (otherwise
known as Pleasant Valley Junction) about
1 a.m. My associate, Mark Hopkins, met me
at station; we took a room at Colton House.
Proceeded by belated train leaving Colton at
11 a.m; reached Scofield at 1 p.m. Met by
Forrester and we three rode to Clear Creek.
Took quarters at Utah Fuel Co.'s offices.
Afternoon examination on surface; night
work underground. Emerged from the mine
about 11 p.m.
	Late hours every night. Crowded quarters
at the office rooms. Retired long after
midnight.

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.			1906.
October 18. Early start, horseback journey.
Ascended Long Canyon; by 10 a.m. we had
reached the divide looking down into Cox canyon;
altitude at crest - over 9000 ft. Descended
Cox canyon and crossed into Huntington 
canyon. Returned by way of Monument Peak-
one of the secondary triangulation points used
by the Fortieth Parallel Survey party. At the 
monument aneroid readings indicated altitude
approaching 10800 ft; high wind precluded 
accurate determinations. Magnificent view from
 this station. Took bearings toward Mt. Nebo,
Timpanogos Peak; Patmos Head of the Book
Cliffs; Mt. Peak of the La Sal group, and
Thousand Lake Mt. in Wayne Co. Reached Clear
Creek about nightfall. 
October 19. Light snowfall nearly morning. In
the saddle soon after 8 a.m. Traversed Long
Canyon and crossed to Magnolia Canyon,
there down stream to Clear Creek. Heavy 
snow storm on the divide. Descended Clear
Creek canyon to Scofield, stopping to visit camp
of our engineer corps in Eccles Canyon. Resumed
quarters in Scofield at Walton House.		(
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. 		   1906.
  October 20. Horseback to Winter Quarters
mine; thence up north fork of the canyon
and over the divide into Woods Canyon.
Dyke at the crest. Heavy snow; intensely
cold.
October 21. Sunday. Left Scofield by early
train, Forrester & Hopkins remained behind.
Long wait at Colton; belated train prevented
my retaching home in time for Sunday School
Board meeting as I had hoped to do. Reached
home soon after 4 pm. Summoned by phone
to Board meeting then in session at the
President's office. Night session. From newspaper
obtained on train I had first word of
very heavy storm in Salt Lake City last night.
Storm had not entirely passed when I arrived.
Street cars on two lines only; and electric
light circuits generally demoralized. Reports
state that wind attained velocity of over
60 miles per hour. Streets show effects in
uprooting of trees, leveling of fences etc. Fire
wrought considerable havoc. One death and
several cases of injury reported. Am thankful
to find family well, and our home (
)
uninjured are not possible. <Candles had to be used as electric lights>  Novel experience for
		   the little ones.

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1906.
October 22. Inclemency continues; no destructive
storms today, however. Busy day for me;
extra lectures necessitated by my absence last
week; engaged until 7.30 p.m. University
buildings damaged by storm — some even
partly unroofed; windows blown inward
in every building. One inside partition
fell doing damage to physical apparatus.
My department quarters are uninjured.
October 23: Regular classes and extra
sessions of special classes. Left city by
evening train and travelled to Helper. Met
here by Robt. Forrester. We took rooms
at the Station Hotel.
October 24. By slow train to Sunnyside.
Put up at the Company's office. Afternoon 
work on surface features.
October 25. Early start — horseback trip, with
wagon accompanying us to carry camera etc.
Forenoon in the valley; afternoon trip to
head of main canyon (Grassy Trail). Deep
snow in higher parts. Late return. General
Supt. W. B. Williams accompanied us
today.

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.			1906.
October. 26. In the saddle early: Forrester,
Hopkins, W.B. Williams & I ascended
Tidwell Canyon crossed divide into Range
Creek <by way of Notch Canyon> visiting the Company's pumping
plant in Range Creek canyon. Steep ascent,
difficult travel; the trail, poor at best 
was in bad condition from recent snows.
Returned by same trail. On divide we
reached altitude of about 9500 ft. Late
return as usual. Engaged until nearly
midnight as heretofore, in developing
photographic plates exposed during the
day. A travelling photographer (A.O. Daniels)
of Payson) has his tent-gallery here,
and we have engaged dark room and
other equipment for present needs.
October 27. Forenoon and early afternoon
in the field; there an hour in the (
)
photographer's tent. Forrester, Hopkins,
& I then drove to railway station, Mounds,
stopping on the way to gather fossils &
examine gigantic concretions both of which
occur in Colorado shales below the Laramie & Fox
Hill strata. Boarded belated train soon after 9 p.m.

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.			   1906.
	October 28.  Sunday. After uncomfortable
ride due to crowded cars, sleep being 
impossible, I reached home about 4.30 a.m.
Attended morning meeting in Temple (8 a.m.)
and delivered short address. Sunday School
labors during day; attended and, as per 
appointment, made brief address at the 
evening session of Twentieth Ward Sunday 
School conference. Program was varied 
and interesting; my part thereon was
very small. 
October 30. Yesterday and today had
usual heavy class work. Took this
evening's train and proceeded to Helper,
accompanied by Sir Robert (Robt. Forrester).
Took rooms at Station Hotel.
October 31. Starting time of train to 
Sunnyside announced as uncertain. Forrester
and I drove to Castle Gate and back to
Helper, making notes and taking photos on <(1
)>
the way. Train had not left Helper when 
we returned. Engaged conveyance and drove
to Sunnyside; arrived at 9.30 p.m. The train 
passed us about 1 1/2 miles from Sunnyside. Slept
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N1906.
November 1. Heavy storm during the
night; Grassy Trail creek, last night
a trickling streamlet is today a
torrent. Office and map work consumed
greater part of my time; some hours of
mine work.
Nov. 3. Surface work yesterday and
this forenoon; Forrester and I drove
to Mounds this afternoon. The
"5.20 train" arrived at 10.30 p.m. Embarked
for home.
November 4. Sunday. Arrived home
at 7 a.m. Found all well. Sunday
School Board meetings and committee
assignments until a late hour.
Nov. 5. Lantern lecture at University
at 8.30 a.m. Past graduate class
session after evening Faculty meeting.
Left laboratory at 9 p.m.
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1906.
Nov. 6. Wife and I repaired early
to the polls and voted on this
the election day for county officers
and others. First time voting
machines have been used in Utah
elections. A date of critical import
is this. The campaign preceding
the election has been marked by
much bitterness and fierce fighting.
Beside the old parties — Republicans
and Democrats — the ill-begotten,
shame-born, and misnamed
"American" party is in the field.
This Un-American monstrosity is
a creation of disappointed office
seekers who have announced them-
selves, though long before known
as "Mormon" haters. Some of the
nominees of this nondescript party
were elected to city offices at			

the last municipal election. Bitter
has been the experience to the citizens
in consequence.					over

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.			1906.
	Nov. 6, continued.
The corrupt organization now
attempts to gain control of the
county government, and during the
anti-election campaign slander,
libel, and profanity have been
used as weapons in the attacks.
I left home by evening train,
too late <early> to learn the result.
Proceeded to Colton, arriving there
at 10.30 pm. Found the morning
train for Pleasant Valley half-
ready to start. Proceeded by same
to Clear Creek and took quarters at
Utah Fuel Co.'s office about midnight.
November 7. Telegraphic word indicates
general Republican victory throughout
the State, as the result of
yesterday's election. The un-Americans
seem to have been beaten. Details
not obtainable here. Evening dispatches 
confirm the good news.
Forrester and I were engaged all
day in the field.			(
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104.		1906
	November 10. Since last entry
each day has been fully occupied
in field work. Left Clear Creek
by morning Coal train; long wait
at Colton on the main line. All
trains belated. Late arrival home.
Nov. 11. Sunday. - Sunday School
Board meetings all day.
November 14. Bingham - went out
by early train. Put up at the
Old Jordan mine.
November 17. Field work daily since
last entry. Returned home.
November 18. Sunday – Engaged all
day in Sunday School meetings.
Nov. 232 Afternoon train to Helper,
in company with Mark Hopkins.
Took rooms at the Station hotel.
Nov. 24. Field work yesterday and
today. Took belated train at 11 p.m.
Nov. 25 Sunday. Reached home
about 6 a.m. Sunday School Board
meetings began at 9 a.m. & continued all day. (
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1906.
Nov. 29. Thanksgiving Day; a public
holiday. At home with family.
December 2. Sunday. Sunday School
labors occupied my entire day.
Dec. 5. By train to Castle Gate.
Took quarters at Utah Fuel Co's boarding
house.
Dec. 6. Accompanied by Gen. Supt. WB
Williams, and Supt. Wm Forrester, I 
spent just part of day in the
Castle Gate coal mine, and later
part in Willow Creek canyon.
Dec. 7. Field work in Willow Creek
canyon during forenoon. Took afternoon
train to Helper, and "put up" at
station hotel.
Dec. 8. Field work during forenoon.
Took afternoon train home.
Dec. 9. Sunday. S.S. Union Board 
meetings all day.
Dec. 9.11 Early evening extra lecture
in geology; lantern demonstrations.
Then attended Sunday School
Board meeting.

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.			1906.
Dec. 12. After forenoon lectures at 
University took train to Castle Gate. 
Put up at the Company's house. Ac-
companied by Mark Hopkins. 
Dec. 13. Hopkins and I spent day in 
field work; —mostly engaged in Willow
Creek canyon and vicinity. 
Dec. 14. Field work continued. In late
forenoon Hopkins and I drove to 
Helper, thence on to Spring Glen
canyon and back to Helper. Hopkins
returned by late train to Salt Lake City; 
I took quarters at station hotel. 
Dec. 15. Field work in Price canyon
and along base of Book Cliffs. 
Dec. 16. Sunday. Had indulged hope 
of reaching Price by morning train
in time to attend Sunday School. 
No train ran at time suitable. Took
noon train home. 
Dec. 18. Early evening lecture at the
University under auspices of the
Engineering Society; subject- "Underground <(
)>
waters and mineral veins"- illustrated. 
Late post graduate lecture followed on Petrography.

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1906.
December 20. Morning train to Helper. 
Took room at station hotel. Field work
during afternoon.
Dec. 21. Hopkins arrived at Helper
on belated train about 2 a.m. Together
we travelled horseback and examined
exposures in Spring Canyon. 
Dec. 22. Day spent in Helper canyon.
We took late train for home.
Dec. 23. I reached home shortly before
3 a. m. Delivered brief address at the
8 a.m. meeting in Temple; then attended
S. S. Union Board meeting beginning
at 9 a.m. This day marks the 101st
anniversary of the birth of Joseph
Smith. Special services incident to
such occasion, and related to the
Christmas observance were held in
Tabernacle during afternoon. Excellent
musical program. By appointment
Elder Nephi L. Morriss delivered an
address on "Jesus the Christ" and 
I followed on this subject "Joseph
Smith the subject "Joseph 		

Smith the Prophet. Elder John Henry
Smith was the third and last speaker.

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. 	  1906.
Dec. 23. cont.
	In the evening I gave an address
by prior appointment in the
20th Ward on "The Christmas Spirit"
A special musical rendition was
a leading part of the program.
Dec. 25. Christmas Day. Gratified
to note the continuation of practice
of holding Christmas services in
the Tabernacle. Apostle O. F. Whitney
was the speaker this morning; his
subject was "Christmas thoughts.,"
We were disappointed at home in
not having Father and Albert with
his wife to share the festivities
of the day. Such arrangement
had been counted on but Father
felt unable to undertake the
journey. Our little family
had an enjoyable day.
Dec. 27. Spent this day in the
smelter region – Bingham Junction
and southerly therein engaged
in examination of soils.         (
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1906.
December 30. Sunday. Went to 
Provo and spent greater part
of the day with Father and
the folks. Returned at night.
December 31. Engaged in 
laboratory until late hour.
Greeted the incoming year
with wife and children at home.

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1907:
January 1. New Year's Day.
Spent at home with loved
ones.
Jan. 4. Conference with the
First Presidency. Was appointed
as member of a special com-
mittee created to consider 
preparation of some document
or declaration in refutation
of current slanders respecting
our people. Committee consists
of Elders O. F. Whitney, D. O. McKay,
B. H. Roberts, R.W. Young,
F. W. Richards, Le Grande Young, &
Nephi L. Morris and myself.
Jane 6. Sunday. Yesterday and
today devoted to church 
committee meetings.	    (
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1907.
January 10. Morning train to Eureka.
Examination of Centennial
Eureka mine. Roomed at the
mine office. Heavy snow storm.
January 11. In mine until a
late hour,
Jan. 12. Visited Beck Tunnel
mine. Home by evening train.
January 13. Sunday. Address
at morning meeting in temple.
Church committee meetings
during day. Address at 27th
Ward evening services.
January 15. Annual meeting of
Society for the Aid of the
Sightless. Night meeting
of Deseret Sunday School
Union Board.

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1907.
January 16. Morning train to
St. Johns thence by stage to
Ophir. Examination of Ophir
Hill mine.
January 18. Yesterday and this
forenoon mine work continued.
Returned home this evening
in response to telephone call.
January 19. Attendance at
court in connection with smelter
litigation.
January 20. Sunday. Church
committee sessions and regular
meetings.
January 22. Evening lantern lecture
at University, followed by Sunday
School Board meeting.
January 23. Returned to Ophir
and resumed work in mine.
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1907.
January 26. Mine work
each day since last entry.
Returned home tonight.
Jan. 27. Sunday. Appointed
church work all day.
January 31. Meetings of a sub-committee,
composed of members of the Special
Committee already described have been
held daily for a week past. I am
on the sub-committee and the work
assigned has occupied all spare time.
Have had to forego field work
of special urgency.
February 3. Sunday: Church committee
work continues.
February 4. Anniversary of an event
important to Wife and me. This day
begins the second half year at the
University of Utah, with increased class
work for me.

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1907.
February 9. Committee work each
day since last entry.
Feb. 10. Sunday. Address at early
morning assembly in temple. Attended
during forenoon regular session
of the High Priests quorum and
by call of the president delivered
an address.  At 12.30 I was in
attendance at funeral services held
in Farmer's Ward meeting house over
the remains of Samuel Doxey, formerly
a teacher in the Salt Lake City schools,
a student of mine, and a member
of my party on part of the journey
to the Grand Canyon in 1895.
Apostle Geo. Albert Smith, Prof. Wm. M. Stewart
and myself were the specially invited
speakers  each designated by the
deceased during a recent illness. The
death was a sudden occurrence, Bro.
Doxey having practically recovered
and being engaged in his daily labor
at the time of his demise.	   (
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1907.
February 17. Sunday. Committee meetings
daily since last entry. Today I was
in meeting sessions 12 1/2 hours.
February 20. This evenings telegraphic
despatches from Washington announce
the official vote on the "Smoot case"
in the national Senate. The result is
a decided majority confirming
the Utah senator's right to his seat.
February 21. Early train and stage to
Ophir. Resumed mine examination
on Ophir Hill property.   Roomed
at Edward's House.
February 22. Legal holiday. - Washing-
ton's birthday. Had to continue
mine work.
February 23. Forenoon in mine. Returned
home.
February 24: Sunday: Church committee
sessions forenoon, afternoon, and
night

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1907
February 27: General meeting of
the Church committee. The report
so long under consideration was
prepared for presentation to the
First Presidency.	I had personal
interview with First Presidency on
matter of special appointment apart
from the committee assignment.
February 28. Returned to Ophir; mine
work continued.
March 2. Returned home.
March 4 7 Again in Ophir. Present there
also Frank Pierce and Mr. Gray, attorneys
in the pending case, and E. H. McDonald,
mining engineer.
March 10: Sunday. Returned home; yesterday
a delay in the work prevented return.
March 13. Returned to Ophir– with
E.H. McDonald, H.V. Winchell, and
Jos. Pyle, all of Montana. I had
to take room in the Edwards home–
–over the store.			(
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1907.
March 16. Sleep has been impossible at
the place where Mc Donald and I stopped-
A child about 8 years old, daughter
of Mr. & Mrs. Edwards was suffering
from typhoid-pneumonia. The physician
gave no encouragment as to recovery.
Only a canvas partition sperarated
my room and the childs'. On returning 
from the mine yesterday evening I
found the household in alarm; the
child seemed to be dying; the mother
was uncontrolable in her grief
and fear. Inquiry soon proved what
I had surmised, that the mother (the 
daughter of parents belonging to our
Church) desired the ordincance
of administration. I administered to
the little one. A marked manifestation 
of improvement followed. Today I
administered again. The relief was
regarded as a special blessing.
I returned home tonight.	     (
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1907.
March 20. The trial of the Ophir
Hill case was begun in the Federal
Court on the 18th. Yesterday and today
I have been on the witness stand.
March 23. Case still in progress. I returned
to Ophir – with Mr. Gray, Supt. E.W. Clark,
& E. H. McDonald. Late night work in
the mine.
March 24. Returned home.
March 27. Trial continues. Special trip
to Ophir – to obtain certain photographic
illustrations. Special train arranged
to be in waiting at St. Johns.
March 28. Reached my laboratory shortly
after midnight. It was 3 a.m. before
negatives were finished. I was recalled
to witness stand during afternoon.
Taking of testimony in the case
was concluded.
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1907.
March 31. Sunday. Sunday-School 
appointments occupied the whole day.
April 4. General convention of the
Church sunday schools. Three sessions
held.
April 5. Opening of the 78" annual
conference of the Church. The work
of the Church committee so earnestly
working of late, culminated today in
the presentation to and adoption by
the Church in general conference 
assembled of the document "A
Declaration and Defence." The vote
of adoption was unanimous and
plainly a vote of hearty approval
and sanction.
April 6. Conference sessions continued.
Priesthood meeting at night in the 
tabernacle, 											

April 7. Conference adjoined at close
of afternoon session. General Sunday
School conference at night in tabernacle.

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1907.
April 14. Visited Father and folks in 
Provo. Returned by night train. 
April 15. Visited Brigham with senior 
students. There were 33 in the party. 
They dined as my guests at the 
Elmerton. Returned home by night train. 
April 20. Inspection of Bamberger 
limestone quarries with Judge 
Howatt and Attorney Macmillan.
April 21. Sunday. Delivered address 
at morning meeting in temple. 
Attended 27th Ward Sunday School.
Delivered brief address.
April 28. Sunday. Special ordin-
ance work in which wife 
and I officiated. Attended 
evening sacrament meeting 
and delivered address at request 
of the Bishop.

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1907.
May 5. Sunday. Wife and I
attended temple meeting incident
to Fast Day. I officiated as
speaker at the special taber-
nacle services during afternoon.
May 12. Sunday: Sunday School
work all day.
May 19. Sunday: As last Sunday.
May 23. By request of students
and officials of the University
of Utah I went this day to EureKa
and there began a brief demonstration
in field work with students there
encamped. Took room at Hatfield
House.
May 28. Field work with students
has been continuous. I returned
home by evening train.
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1907.
May 30. Memorial Day. Left by
Los Angeles Limited train eastward
bound. Principal object of this
journey is my attendance at the
current annual session of the 
American Association of Museums,
to be held in Pittsburg.
June 1. Arrived in Chicago. Took
room at Great Northern Hotel.
June 2. Resumed journey by taking
passage on morning Pennsylvania
train. Reached Pittsburg 9 p.m. Took
room at Fort Pitt hotel.
June 3. Reported at Carnegie Museum 
where Association is to meet. Informal 
conferences during day. The Council
of which I am a member assembled 
in the evening at Hotel Sheuley
where we dined as the guests of 				

Dr W. J. Holland, director of the Carnegie
Museum and second vice president of the
Assn. Late session of the Council after dinner

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1907.
June 4. Regular sessions of the
Association began this morning.
Three meetings today with council
conferences. Took part in the
proceedings at each meeting.
June 5. Morning meeting at the
Museum. Then followed trip to
The Meadows – the country residence
of Mr. Robert C. Hall whose
guests we were. Inspected the
rich Hall collection of ethnological
objects. Entertainment was provided
on a lavish scale. One feature
was the serving of a barbecued
ox – roasted whole. Afternoon
session of the Association was held
at this place. Returned to the city,
and attended Council meeting at the
dinner table, Hotel Shenley. Then followed
night meeting of the Association –
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1907.
June 6. At morning session
I delivered address on "Local
and special exhibits in Museum".
Lunch served us by the Pitts-
burg Golf Club. Afternoon
visit to Carnegie Library under
personal conduct of the librarian
Dr Hopkinson. Secured permis-
sion to make photograph of
the Diplodocus  a reptilian
sketelon not to be found 
in any other museum at
present. Association adjourned.
June 7. Morning spent at the
Museum by personal invitation.
In the afternoon attended the
commencement exercises of Western
University of Pennsylvania. Left
by "Philadelphia Special" train
at 10 p.m.				(
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1907
June 8. Arrived in Philadelphia
and took quarters at Green's Hotel.
Museums and other places of
scientific interest occupied the
day.
June 9. Sunday. My purpose in
breaking my journey here was
to have opportunity of spending
the Sabbath with our people.
Attended Sunday School and
sacrament meeting, at each of
which I delivered addresses.
June 10. Morning train to Bethlehem.
Put up at Eagle Hotel. Attended
class exercises at Lehigh Univer-
sity. A quarter of a century
lacking about two months has
elapsed since I came to Lehigh
as a student. Not one of the professors
in whose classes I studied is
now here. I am at home a stranger.

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1907.
June 11. Alumni day. Attended
alumni meetings and the
reception at night.
June 12. Commencement day. After
the ceremonies I left by Lehigh
Valley train, westward bound.
June 13. Arrived in Chicago.
Took room at Great Northern.
June 14. Anniversary of wedding
day. Also the national Flag
Day. Nineteen years since
wife and I were wedded. May
happiness and peace be her
lot today and ever after.
June 15. Yesterday and today engaged
in business matters and in visiting
places of interest. Left this date
by 10 & p.m. train -"Los Angeles Limited,"
for home. First letters from home received
today. All well.					(
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1907.
June 16. Sunday: Traveling. Spent good
part of the day in writing. Letter of
latest date (received with that of earliest
date) from Maia tells me of the 
funeral service of Apostle Geo. Teasdale.
No particulars as to his death.
June 17. Arrived home shortly after
9 p.m. Joy of safe arrival was
intensified by my finding all of our
immediate family well and happy.
June 22. Interviews, consultations,
office and laboratory work every
day since last entry.
June. 23. Sunday. — Address at
morning prayer gathering in the
Temple. Attended quarterly Conference
of the Ensign Stake beginning at
10 a.m. in the Assembly Hall and
continuing at 2 p.m. in the Tabernacle. 
At the afternoon session Elder
Levi E. Young and I were the <(
)>
speakers. Brother Young was the
pre-appointed speaker; after his
address I was called to the pulpit.
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June 23. continued; 1907.
In the evening wife and I attended
our ward meeting (27th Ward). By request
of the bishopric I was the sole speaker
of the evening. After close of the
service accompanied Bishop Maxwell
and Counsellors and took part
in administering to the sick. Late
arrival home. By specific call of
the Bishop I officiated in setting-
apart, Elder Callister as Ward
Missionary.
June 25. Yesterday and today the
Salt Lake City Tribune has been rife
with alleged criticisms of my remarks
in the Tabernacle on Sunday last.
Evidently the "Tribune" takes the
denunciation of "black-sheep"
amongst the press to itself. Not
content with news- column report,
the "Tribune" presents a labored
and wholly inapplicable editorial effort.

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MORMONISM
	A MESSAGE OF TRUTH

Address Delivered Before the Ensign Stake Conference, in the
	Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Sunday Afternoon.
		June 23, 1907.

BY ELDER JAMES E. TALMAGE.

[Column 1]
AS is doubtless known to the ma-
jority of those here present, the
occasion of this meeting is that
of the quarterly conference of
one of the stakes or divisions of the
Church, this one known specifically as
the Ensign stake; and while it is true
that public services are held here gen-
erally on the afternoon of every Sab-
bath, the assemblies are not always
under precisely the same auspices;
sometimes the gatherings being repre-
sentative of the Church as a whole,
sometimes representative of one stake,
and sometimes under the arrangement
made by and under the direction of one
or more of the auxiliary or secondary
organizations of the Church. Those who
attended the services of this morning
held in the Assembly Hall had present-
ed before them a very instructive object
lesson as to the organization of this
remarkable Church; for in the presen-
tation of reports and in the action tak-
en by the assembled people in voting
for the officers of the stake, the plan
of organization was plainly set forth;
and as I followed the various stages of
the procedure I was impressed by the
truth which has been expressed to me
of late by many who are not members
of our Church—that a more magnifi-
cent organization, more splendidly of-
ficered than the Church of Jesus Christ
of Latter-day Saints is not to be found
on the face of the earth. That convic-
tion has formed itself concretely and
symetrically in the minds of many
thinkers, and I know it to be founded
on truth.

[Column 2]
PUBLIC SENTIMENT CHANGING.
	From the address to which you have
listened this afternoon, you have learned
much regarding the simple message
which this Church is proclaiming, and
you have seen that it is a Church
adapted to the times, one that has been
established according to phophetic pre-
diction, established at the time predict-
ed, in the manner predicted, and main-
tained in a course of uninterrupted de-
velopment according to sacred and di-
vine promise. As has been emphasized
here today, this Church is holding out
the hand of fellowship to the world.
No mailed first, no sword in grasp is
presented. Its weapons in the contest
are the weapons of truth, and contest
there has been, is, and inevitably will
be. I have been particularly impressed,
during the last few weeks, in the course
of which my appointed duties have led
me through many of the eastern and in-
termediate states with the remarkable
change that is coming over the nation's
opinions regarding this modern Church.
I have noted other changes before, and
one element of strong testimony to me,
as to the truth of the message pro-
claimed by this Church is that the
feeling of the people of the world
toward it does continually undergo
change. I have had to come back to
these valleys of the mountains and
read certain local publications to
know what a wretchedly bad people
we are. I have heard abroad that
we are accomplishing a great deal of
good; and I have observed with inter-
est and surprise that the strong, well-
conducted periodicals and daily news-
papers of the day have no room in
their columns for these retold falla-
cies that have been presented as fa-
bles founded on misconception during
the many decades past. I declare to
you solemnly and on my own respon-
sibility that if you are joining in thi[-]
continual row that is kept up by cer[-]
tain ones, in which there is little be-
side villification, in which this Church
is denounced, you are away behind
the times, and intelligent people don't
want to listen to such harangues. I
speak whereof I know.

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DESERET EVENING NEWS SATURDAY JUNE 29 1907

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[left column]
	You have hard the stories, in one
form or another, that have been told
about us. They have been carefully
wrapped up inside the shell of a cer-
tain species of nut that grows in a
very prickly burr. I rejoice in this
change of public opinion because it
tells of progress and advancement of
the more thorough fulfilment of pre-
diction and prophecy: because it con-
firms me in my expectation and hope 
of living to see truth triumphant and
people judging each other in the
spirit that has been described unto
you today—the spirit of brotherly
love.
	There have been some recent at-
tacks and necessitated replies regard-
ing certain enunciations made by
this Church. I was a pretty constant
reader of the papers while I was trav-
eling. I did not get any papers from
home, from these peaceful vales—
they did not reach me on my trip. I
read the eastern papers, and I failed
to see any prominent notice of what
had taken place here, in fact I knew
nothing about it, expect by letters
from home.

OLD TIME PERSECUTORS OUT OF
                        DATE.

	My friends who are not of us—my
brethren and sisters who are members
of this Church—the world is prepar-
ing to look with the eye of greater
sincerity, without the colored glasses
that have been so industriously dis-
tributed upon the principles which
we proclaim. We are living in the
present—not in the past. I con-
fess to you I do not always feel quite
satisfied when I hear our own elders,
missionaries in the field, devoting so
much time to the persecutions of the
past, through which our people have
gone. We are sure to have opposi-
tion enough, but the opposition today
promises to be of a kind different
from that of the past; and those who
are still trying to use the weapons of
persecution that were in vogue three-
quarters of a century ago are scarce-
ly up to date.

WANT TO LEARN MORMONISM.

	I have visited of late a num-
ber of the important centers of
learning, and I find the col-
leges and universities of the day are
asking for lecturers who will
present before them the principles and
philosophy of our religion and theology.
A representative of a very eminent lit-
erary organization informed me short-
ly before I started upon my return
that they had invited some of our mis-
sionary elders to address them in their
society meetings and had listened with
much interest to the historical ac-
counts that had been given; they knew
the accounts to be on the whole true.
and believed them to be fully true, "but
we want something more now," said
they. "Do you think it is possible for
a representative or representatives
from your people to come to us during
our season of lectures and tell us some-
thing about your faith? There is some-
thing in it. We can see that it is play-
ing a part and going to play a very
great part in the working out of the
destinies of this nation."

[right column]
MISREPRESENTATION DISPROVED

	A prominent professor in one of the
leading colleges of this country an-
nounced, after an address of my own
given by invitation some time ago, that
this nation would never correctly solve
the great problems before it till it took
into consideration certain important
factors which it has heretofore persist-
ently ignored, "and," said he, "amongst
these factors the so-called question of
Mormonism is important." The way

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is opening for a presentation of the
doctrines of this Church to those whose
minds have been prepared for them.
In many great universities of this coun-
try and of Europe I have had personal
experience of pretty close cross-exam-
ination showing me that those who
were questioning me had studied the
subject very thoroughly. I met cer-
tain university professors in Great
Britain who were far better acquainted
with the Book of Mormon than are
many of those who claim to be members
of our Church, and these professors
were able to ask me some very perti-
nent questions, based upon the conclu-
sions to which they had come that the
Book of Mormon proved itself to be a
compilation and not the work of any
individual or any body of men working
in collusion. The canons of literary
criticism told the story and the vari-
ous misrepresentations that had been
made were of themselves disproved to
the thinking mind. You have heard the
testimony declared many times from
this stand and from other pulpits in the
Church to the effect that the persecu-
tion of this people would result in good.
God forbid that we should forget that
persecution so as to need the lesson a
second time; likewise may He forbid
that we shall rest our testimony on that
and that alone. The persecutions of the
past have accomplished the effect de-
creed; the opposition that we now
have to meet will be of a differ-
ent kind. The world is progressing
as has been said, and throughout all
the decades and ages, (to paraphrase
the words of one of our great poets:)
"One unceasing purpose runs, and the
thoughts of man are widened by the
passage of the suns." The world to-
day is not pleased with the clamor
maintained by a few in denouncing this
people in a way that is half a century
behind the times even among profes-
sional persecutors. We are not suffer-
ing from this persecution.

	FAITH IN THE NATION.

	I have confidence and faith in my
country, in my nation, in the officers of
my nation, in the institutions of my
nation, in its inspired Constitution. I
have faith in the press of the nation.
Though I know that there are black
sheep in every fold, I have not lost my
liking for the white ones, and they
greatly predominate. I was traveling
with a friend not long ago across one
of our own deserts. We saw some
flocks of sheep, and he put to me a
somewhat puzzling question. He said,
"Can you tell me why there are some
black sheep in the flocks?" I answered,
"Because not all of them are born
white." "Well that is a good reason,"
said he; "but the shepherds need the
black ones there, because, they are so
few it is easy to count them, and if
the owners know there is one black to
every hundred whites, they know they
haven't lost many white ones if the
black ones in full number are still
there. There are some very black
newspapers, and there is some very
black printers' ink, which, however,
may be preferable to the red. I have
faith in the institutions of my country,
her business institutions, in her press,
and in her pulpit, for there are many
worthy men who though they do not
profess the faith that we profess, are
trying to lead their people aright, and
verily they shall not lose their reward.
There are some black sheep among the
pulpit preachers, who are preaching for
dimes and divining for dollars, and
verily they shall soon be forgotten.
The work of God comprises the work
of this nation, and in His eyes, this
nation is a very important one among
the nations of the earth. He is prepar-
ing it for its predicted destiny, which
is a great and glorious one. This
clamor that is heard in our midst is 
not so very terrible in its effects.

		AN ALLEGORY.
	Once upon a time there was a little
old woman, weazened and shrivelled
and of very sour temper; she lived in a
house next door to the home of a re-
spectable family. The little old dame
was always pouring forth some bitter
words whenever she could see a mem-
ber of that family within hearing and
sometimes when she couldn't. I think
she had been disappointed in love;
that would account for her sour tem-
per. She had set her affections
on certain alliances which had
never been consummated, and her
ill feeling grew to such an extent that
she was not content with foul words,
but took to throwing stones and brick-
bats and most frequently mud toward
the house of her good neighbors. Her
arm was weak; she could not throw far,
and many a stone struck the fence and
rebounded and the little old dame was
hurt more than once; the mud made
her side of the fence very unclean.
Someone asked the head of the family
living next door why he tolerated it.
"Oh," said he, "poor, pitiable creature,
she is crazy, you know. Why should I
care what she does? It pleases her and
it doesn't hurt me." But by and by
some of the neighbors on the other side
of the house and those living across
the street got tired of the noise and
they insisted on her mending her ways
on pain of starvation; for she had
lived on their charity; they had used
her principally to cry aloud the merits
of their wares; but it took a long time
to silence her.
	Now, I was struck with the thought,
as I learned of the noise that had been
raised here, and as I thought of the
noise that has been raised in the past:
"Well, it pleases her and it doesn't
hurt us." We as a people come to
you with a message, a message of
truth—the truth that shall make men
free; and those who accept it not are
those who have not yet learned the
blessings of freedom and know not how
they are bound by its lack. Israel, in
Egypt, was more cursed in having
learned to love its curse than in the
curse itself. They did not want to
leave the flesh pots and the leeks and
the garlic to go out and live upon the
manna that came from the hand of
God. The manna is still falling, and
all who will may eat. May we prepare
for the truth and the freedom that it
brings, and may the peace of God be
with us, in the name of Jesus Christ,
Amen.

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1907.
June 29. Laboratory work since
last entry. This day has been announced
as a day open for demonstration of
seismographic apparatus at the
University of Utah. I have labored
long and arduously to have an
earthquake-recorder installed
at the University of Utah. For five
biennial periods past I have persistently
recommended such installlation. I
found about a year ago - to my
amusement and chagrin that
legislative non-approval was due
to the mistaken belief of the
president of the university that an
expensive rock building, special
and exclusive would be required.
Then I took all responsibility, ordered
the best apparatus known to me,
and this has been installed on or
rather through and below the
basement floor of the museum <(
)>
building. Newspaper inquiries have been
many. This day named as the time for a 
demonstration to all. I append some extracts.

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DESERET EVENING N
TRUTH AND LIBERTY.
SATURDAY JUNE 29 1907 SALT LAKE CITY UTAH

WS. EXTRA!
FIFTY-SEVENTH YEAR

SEISMOGRAPH
	AT UNIVERSITY

Earthquakes Anywhere in the
World Can Now Sign Their
Own Names.

BEST OF ALL INSTRUMENTS.

Utah Institution Installs the Peer
Of Any Earth-Wave Record-
er in Existence.

Dr. J. E. Talmage Tells Just What This
Delicately Adjusted Affair is and
What it Can Do.

	Salt Lake now has the distinction
of having a seismograph. There are
about five in the United States and this
city has the mose perfect, thereby hav-
ing two distinctions. Should there be
an earthquake in any part of the world.
Salt Lake will know about it before the
wires begin to bring in the first notice.
The instrument, or rather instruments,
for there are two of them, are installed
in the University of Utah museum
building. They were ordered from
Strassburg, Germany, late in 1906, and
reached this city early in April of this
year. Since then Dr. James E. Tal-
mage, assisted by Albert C. Boyle, an
instructor of mechanics at the Univer-
sity, has been working night and day
installing the machinery. Each piece
had to be tested until it worked perfect-
ly. This consumed time; took all kinds
of care and expert attention, but when
done was well done. When the seismo-
graphs were put together record mak-
ing began, not a hitch or a hint of a
hitch occurring in operation.

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	RECORD OF HUMAN BREATH.
	The working of the instruments at the
University is so delicate that perfection
has been reached as closely as it is pos-
sible for machinery manufacture and
installation to reach. There are fea-
tures connected with the instruments
and their operation that are simply
marvelous. A breath upon a 220-pound
weight (a portion of the machinery)
will send the needle into scratching a
record of the disturbances while the
swish of a laboratory coat against the
18-ton iron base will make the needle
tremble violently. Yet hammering with
a sledge hammer on the iron base at
one end will not have the slightest ef
fect. The firing of artillery: a wagon
pasing through the campus; a mouse
scampering around the base of the in
struments will send the little point
dancing sideways on the smoked paper
record. The first question asked then
is, "Well, if every slight disturbance is
thus recorded of what value are the
seismographs? How can one distinguish
these records from those of an actual
earthquake?" All this and more was
explained to a "News" man this morn-
ing by Dr. Talmage.
	The eminent scientist was working
at the instruments with shirt sleeves
rolled to his elbows. "I was here un-
til 3 o'clock this morning," he said.
"Now for these machines. You see this
weight here–it weighs 100 killograms,
or about 220 and a fraction pounds–
hangs from this upright column by
this tiny wire. This weight is hang-
ing as independently in air as it is pos-
sible. The cone runs to a point over
the drum, here. Around this drum i[-]
wrapped ordinary glazed paper smoke[-]
over an oil flame. As the clockwork
revolves the drum slowly the needle a[--]
the point of the cone makes a whit[-]
line. When a disturbance occurs th[-]
needle moves from side to side. Thes[-]
side lines can be measured and mathe[-]
matical deductions show the directio[-]
and extent of the tremors. There is [-]
big difference between the marks mad[-]
during an earthquake and those mad[-]
during less violent disturbances.
	"You notice this point striking th[-]
paper regularly. This is a time r[-]
corder, the point makes a mark at the
side of the straight line at every sec-
ond, minute or whenever desired. One
of these time marks is marked to
show the time and then it is easy to
figure out the time and duration of any
disturbance. The time recorder is con-
nected with a clock in my workroom.
This clock runs within a second per
month and is under the care of an ex-
pert constantly.
		  PUBLIC INVITED.
	"You notice that two instruments are
installed here and at right angles to
each other. One is in absolutely correct
line with a north and south line and 
the other with an east and west line.
This arrangement permits recording of
an entire tremor. The north and south
instrument is agitated by the east and
west tr[---]. When any change, no mat-
ter how slight, occurs in underground
waves this is recorded by both ma-
chines, the two records making a com-
plete recrod when together. Where
but one machine is used the record does
not begin until the waves are passing
beneath it in a cross direction

[right column]
						     But
with two we will be able to get every
slight wave and all changes, although
there is not one change in a hundred.
The public is invited to come up and see
these machines.
			——
(By Dr. J.E. Talmage, Deseret Pro-
fessor of Geology, University of Utah.)
			——
	The writer willingly responds to the
request for a personal contribution on
the subject here treated regarding
compliance as a duty, and as an as-
sured pleasure.
	When the fact was made known
that an apparatus designed to record
earth tremors and quakes was in
process of installation at the Univer-
sity of Utah a commendable and
worthy interest was expressed by the
public at large and by the daily press
especially. This interest was no mere
matter of flippancy or curiosity; the
inquiries were generally such as only
intelligence and genuine desire for
fact could inspire. Many of the ques-
tions presented could not be answered
until the instruments had been in-
stalled and their behavior noted.
	Let it be understood that but very
few earthquake recorders have been
established in the country, and that
each new installation is in part an
original undertaking. Examination
of local conditions as to foundation
for the structure and the testing of
apparatus part by part, together with
a multitude of detail tests—on the
exactness of which success or failure
surely depended—these items may
perhaps explain the long delay at-
tending publication as to this new
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		SEISMOGRAPH
			AT UNIVERSITY

	(Continued from page one.)

and important installation on the
grounds of the state university.
	          WHAT IT IS.
	It is a fact that a fairly complete
seismograph will soon be in operating
order at the university. Perchance a
brief explanation of what is meant by
"seismograph" may be in order. The
root of the word is the Greek "seis-
mos," which means earth-tremor,
earth-shake, or earth-quake. Our ad-
jective "seismic" is descriptive of
earth-shakings in general, whether
so weak as to be designated "tremors"
or strong enough to be called
"quakes."
	Any instrument or device showing
earth movements is a seismo-scope,
If the apparatus enables the ob-
server to measure the movement it
becomes a seismo-meter. The best
instruments not only demonstrate and
measure the earth movement, but also
record same automatically; such an
apparatus is a seismo-graph.
	The etymology of these terms may
become plainer by comparison, thus:
	Thermometers are known to us all.
Separate the components of the word,
thermo-meter. The first part "ther-
mo" (really a slightly altered form
of the Greek "thermos," meaning
"heat") is self-explanatory; the sec-
ond "meter," is our Anglicized form
of a French word meaning "measur-
er." A thermometer therefore, is a 
heat-measurer—an instrument by
which temperature changes may be
measured and compared. Any de-
vice merely revealing the fact of tem-
perature differences but affording no
means of measuring or quantitatively
describing such changes would be
merely a thermo-scope. If the ap-
paratus not only shows but actually
records the temperature changes, it
would be called a thermo-graph. Note
therefore these distinctive meanings,
(1) "thermo-scope" —heat indicator—
merely showing the phenomenon of
heat variation or temperature
change; (2) "thermometer" —a meas-
urer of heat variation or temperature
change; (3) "thermo-graph" —a re-
corder of temperature changes.
	By way of analogy consider the
meaning of "barometer" and in com-
parison therewith "baroscope" and
"barograph." Our current term
"barometer" really baro-meter though
usage makes it barom-eter with sec-
ond syllable accented, means air-pres-
sure measurer, therefore "baro-scope"
means air-pressure revealer; and
"baro-graph" means air-pressure re-
corder.
	Returning to seismic instruments.
As stated a seismograph is a revealer
and recorder of earth crust move-
ments. As a matter of fact, no seis-
mograph is of great service unless it
measures as it records the earth
movement. As the term is usually
understood, therefore, a seismograph
is a device capable of revealing,
measuring and recording as to meas-
urement, all earth movements at the
place where the instrument is set up.

	BEST IN THE WORLD.

	The seismographic apparatus now in
process of installation at the University
of Utah is the best obtainable. The
writer speaks advisedly in saying that
the equipment is the most efficient thus
far set up in this country and one of
the best ever installed anywhere in the
world. The apparatus is of the Omori-
Bosch type, modified and improved,
however, as compared with the ordinary
instruments of this type.
	In principle, the apparatus is striking-
ly simple. Were it possible to secure
a fixed point above the earth's surface—
a foot or so above would be ample— s[--]
point being stationary with relation to
the earth beneath, then we could affix
a recording pencil to this stationary
point and adjust the recording instru-
ment so as to trace a record on a plane
set on the earth and therefore
moving as the earth's surface moves.
Obviously the arrangement could be
reversed—so as to place the recording
pencil in fixed connection with the
earth, the receiving sheet being then in
immovable connection with the fixed
point above the surface of the earth.
	As such a point—fixed and stationary,
uninfluenced by any earth-surface
movement—is practically unattainable,
we approach the stated conditions as
nearly as possible in the manner follow-
ing.
		  HOW IT WORKS.
	A heavy weight is suspended from a
stable support by means of a flexible
wire. In the case of earthcrust move-
ment such as earth-tremor or earth-
quakes at the moment we may wish
this weight will not be easily displaced
because of its flexible wire support. On-
ly long continued vibration would
insure a swinging or oscillation of
the heavy weight.
	Such, in brief, is the essential prin-
ciple according to which has been con-
structed the apparatus now in installa-
tion at the University of Utah. A so-
called pendulum, specified as weighing
100 kilograms (a little more than 220
pounds, avordupois), is suspended by a
thin and flexible yet strong and capable
wire, from the top of a steel pillar about
four and a half feet high. The heavy
weight is kept at an angle of about
45 degrees with reference to the vertical
line of the pillar by a bar with cone
and socket adjustment, the contact
pieces being of the hardest tungsten
steel. A skeleton cone of aluminum is
attached to this weight of 220 pounds;
the apex of the skeleton cone carries a
contact connection which with prac-
tically frictionless touch directs a fine-
ly balanced aluminum tracing pen. This
pen point is adjusted with the greatest
nicety to trace a line on the smoked
surface of a revolving drum.

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	ITS SENSITIVENESS.

	The sensitiveness of the adjustment is
shown by the fact that the flick of a
handkerchief or the blast of the human
breath against the heavy supporting pil-
lars gives a record of tremor.
	The apparatus has been mounted on
massive columns of masonry, to provide
for which the basement floor was cut
away and a shaft or well was excavated
beneath, this extending downward to
stable and normal foundation depth.
Two pillars have been constructed each
weighing upward of 18 tons (this is
based on contractor's statement). Two
instruments have been installed, one
accurately adjusted to the north-south
line, the other to the east-west line.

		WHERE IT IS INSTALLED.

	The installation has been made in
the large museum room of the de-
partment of geology. This situation
was chosen with reference to greatest
attainable distance from outside walls,
and in view of affording opportunity
to students and the public generally of
observing the apparatus in operation.
	As to sensitiveness, the one instru-
ment thus far installed surprises all
who observe its delicate working. It
was found to be absolutely necessary
that the room in which the apparatus
is placed be kept closed to all visitors
and that windows and ventilators be
controlled by those in charge of the
work of installation—a even an or-
dinary draft was effective in disar-
ranging the delicate adjustments.

		THE TIME RECORD.

	A very important feature in connec-
tion with any seismograph is the time
record. If an earthquake wave—more
properly an earth-wave—be observed 
as to direction and time of arrival at
several stations its velocity can be
well determined.
	With such an arrangement for re-
cording tremors as that in connection
with our own seismograph, and accurate

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		DESERET EVNG NEWS SA
[a black and white image of a seismograph is included above the following heading]
					THE INSTRUMENT.

	One of the pair of seismographic recorders now in process of instal-
lation at the University of Utah. The picture is from a negative made by
Dr. Talmage and shows the steel pillar, the 250 pound weight, and the
recording drum. The whole apparatus is mounted on a massive concrete
pier.
_____________________________
time record is essential. Our installa-
tion includes a high-grade and guar-
anteed clock operated by suspended
weight, not by wound spring. The
pendulum is adjusted to the length re-
quired at this station for one oscillation
per second. The clock is now running
under certified and guaranteed state-
ment as to accuracy within one second
per month.
	This clock—the local standard for
graded observations on running of oth-
er pieces—is located in the writer's
private room, where it is under con-
stant observation. It is connected
electrically with the recording drums
of the two seismographs in the muse-
um, so adjusted as to mark the time
period on each drum simultaneously.
	It may appear that the sensitiveness
of the apparatus is too great, inasmuch
as local and surface disturbances may
obscure the record of earth-waves of
significant importance. There is noth-
ing objectionable as to this. While the 

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[image of a clock]
	   THE TIME-RECORDER.
	A standard clock with accurately
adjusted second-pendulum, which by
electrical connection, records time per-
iods on the seismographic drum.

breath from a pair of human lungs
is sufficient to set the foundation-pier
swinging, thus making a record of os-
cillation, an actual earth wave welling 
up from beneath, records itself in an
entirely different way. In short, the
earthquake makes its own signature on
the seismograph, and no imitation or
forgery can escape detection. Every
earth tremor is compelled to sign the
record separately and distinctively.
	Furthermore, surface tremors due to
local disturbances are not recorded, un-
less of exceptional intensity. As al-
ready observed, while the flick of a
kerchief on the side of the massive
pier records a vibration of the pier,
hundreds of students running up and
down the stairways in the same build-
ing practically fail to affect the record.
The artillery discharges at the near-by
army post—Fort Douglas—show a
slight surface movement but no earth
wave of importance.
	   INSTALLATION A SUCCESS.
	The apparatus is in every way satis-
factory; the installation is a success.
We cannot produce genuine earth-
quakes at the moment we would wish
to observe their effects; but it is hoped
that within a short time the seismo-
graph at the University of Utah will
be ready to receive and record any
earthwave traversing this region.
	It is the intention to further test
the instrument by producing artificial
earthquake waves by firing explosives
at pre-determined depths. The effect
of earth surface waves so produced
can then be studied in detail.

		     IDEAL SITE.

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	The placing of an earthquake re-
corder at the university is of signific-
ance beyond the ordinary; it is more
than the acquisition of a new and
valuable piece of apparatus. The uni-
versity campus is virtual[-] at the base
of the Wasatch mountain range. A 
great fault scarps forms the steep
western face of this range. The Was-
atch mountains are young; they are
now rising with respect to the valley
floor on the west. The elevation of
the range is accomplished by intermit-
tent or spasmodic slips, such slips as
cause earth-jars, earth-tremors and
earthquakes.
	The region westerly from Salt Lake
valley is a region of monoclinal or
block mountain structures. This per-
sists in approximately parallel ridges
sist in approximately parallel ridges
westerly to the Sierras. As these
crust blocks slip into positions of
greater stability, earth-waves are gen-
erated; and such a wave once start-
ed, is propagated outward from its
place of origin; its arrival at any sur-
face point is described as an earth-
tremor or earthquake at that point.

	   LIABLE TO EARTH WAVES.

	In Salt Lake City we are liable to
earth-waves of two distinct kinds—
those originating in the up-slip of the
Wasatch mass, and those started by
the readjustment of the crust blocks
in the basin to the west.
	It will be generally conceded that the
accurate record of these earth move-
ments is a matter of interest and im-
portance. As to this region it has
been repeatedly asserted that earth-
quake disruption is threatened, and
that Salt Lake City is in danger
through seismic convulsions. Promi-
nent among the prophets who predict
such dire calamity is Dr. Grove Karl
Gilbert, the eminent authority on west-
ern geology, author of the classic mono-
graph, "Lake Bonneville," and an
investigator of world-wide fame. I in-
corporate herewith certain statements
of mine presented to the Royal Scot-
tish Geographical society in 1902, and
duly published, quoting passages from
publications by Dr. Gilbert and com-
ments thereon. (see Scottish Geographi-
cal Magazine, September, 1902).

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	"Gilbert has ascribed the origin of
the numerous secondary scarps along 
the Wasatch base largely to earthquake
displacements, and he points to a
seemingly close analogy between these
faults and those which formed, prac-
tically under observation, in Owen's
valley, California, as incident to the
earthquarke of 1872. Referring to these
latter, he says:  'As I saw them, 11
years after their formation, they ap-
peared little fresher than some of the
Wasatch scarps.'  Other instances of
recent earthquakes and resultant fault
scarps are cited, and the application
of these observations to the Wasatch
faults is thus expressed: 'It is legit-
imate to infer that the belt of fertile
valleys that follows the western base
of the great mountain range of Utah
is an earthquake district, and this
despite the fact that since its first set-
tlement in 1850, no important tremors
have been recorded. 
	
	WASATCH RANGE RISING.

	" 'It is a matter of geological history
that the Wasatch range is gradually
rising, and that this rise is not uni-
form in time and place, but is accom-
plished by small and sudden displace-
ments more or less localized with inter-
vals of rest. Of the  lengths of these
intervals we have no means of judg-
ing, and no one can predict the date
of the next movement: but it is beyond
question that such movement will take
 place and that when it occurs, the 
adjacent valley will experience an 
earthquake. Neither is it possible to
predict wih great confidence what
portion of the district will be next af-
fected, but if the orogenic force is
approximately constant and the rhythm 
in its visible work is due to the neces-
sity for accumulated energy to over-
come friction, then the localities with
fresh fault scarps may reasonably be 
assumed to be exempt from faulting
for a longer period than those in which
only ancient fault scarps are seen.
	" 'Reasoning thus I was led to sound
a note of warning in Salt Lake City,
which stands close by an exceptional
section of the range, where the fault
scarps are so ancient as to be largely
obliterated."  ("Lake Bonneville, pp.
361, 362.)

	 EARTHQUAKES IN UTAH

	"The eminent authority on Lake
Bonneville has not failed to repeat this
'note of warning,' as occasion has per-
mitted. A letter from his pen ap-
peared in a Salt Lake City daily in
1883; and to insure its preservation it
was reprinted in a scientific journal of
note (American Journal of Science,
January, 1884).
	"With regard to the occurrences of
earthquakes in the populated parts of
Utah, the facts are that during the
period of civilized occupancy...no
seismic disturbances of alarming mag-
nitude have occurred, though slight
tremors are very frequent within the
Bonneville basin, and parrticularly
along the Wasatch base.

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	"It is not probable that the exist-
ence of fracture planes is ra-
ther a safeguard than a dan-
ger with respect to earth-
quake distrubance? the existence
of such planes in great numbers is evi-
dent from the surface scarps and
from the slickensides disclosed by ar-
tificial excavations. It would appear as
probable that such planes may be 
really planes of easement, comparable
[-]n effect perhaps to the sutures in the
animal skull, whereby movements and
even fractures may be confined to very
narrow limits. The resistance to crust
movements in such a broken region 
would be lessened, and there would be
[-]ess opportunity for the 'orogenic force'
[-]o accumulate destructive energy before
[-]elief would be found."

	  LOCAL INDICATIONS

As an addendum to the foregoing quo-
tation I have to say, though it be
largely repetition: Crustal movements 
which necessarily are accompanied by 
earth-waves are so common in the re-
gion immediately west from the Wa-
satch range that readjusment of crust 
blocks is demonstrated. To say that 
great earthquake disturbances will not 
take place in Salt Lake valley would be
unjustified and rash, as much so as to 
predict with certainty that such dis-
asters are assured. 
	Should a destructive earthquake here
occur I trust the men who have prophe-
sied of its coming will not be present 
at the time: I wish them safe protec-
tion and the satisfaction of saying, "I
told you so." 
	Locally we are on an earthquake line
–rather within an earthquake zone.
Earthquakes are the convulsions inci-
dent of the birth and growth
of mountain ranges. The majes-
tic Wasatch is yet growing.  Dis-
turbances incident to its further
rise will surely occur: but there is no 
proof that these disturbances will be 
violent or greatly destructive.
	The establishment of a seismograph
in this region may be the means of 
further demonstration of earth move-
ments and the laws controlling same.
We hope to know more about earth-
quakes some time in the near future;
surely we know but little at present.



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THE SALT LAKE [--]IBUNE, SUNDAY MORNING, JUNE 30, 1907.
SEISMOGRAPH AT
	UNIVERSITY OF UTAH

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	SEISMOGRAPH RECORDS.
	"A" is a print from the smoked paper strip covering the recording drum, showing the tracing l[-]nes without
tremor or quake movement. The square spots are impressions of the time-recording stylus, each indicating one-min-
ute interval.
	"B" is a reproduction of tremor record. The movements were produced by the impact of a breath directed
upon the 220-pound weight, which constitues the suspended pendulum of the seismograph.

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226

	Being the focal point of a recognized
earthquake district, Salt Lake is now
more perfectly equipped to measure
and record earthquakes than any other
place in the world. This is the delib-
erate statement of Dr. J. E. Talmage,
Deseret professor of geology at the
University of Utah, and the evidence
of his word is the new seismograph
(pronounced sizemograph) installed in
the museum of geology.
	Saturday was the first day the in-
strument—or rather instruments, for
there are two—were in condition for
inspection, for Dr. Talmage has been
jealous of their installation and even
denied the votaries of the school ac-
cess to them. Now he has by tests
satisfied himself of their accuracy and
the whole world may look in on them.
	Seismology is an exact and inter-
esting science, so much so that Pro-
fessor Milne, at his observatory in the
Isle of Wight, was able some time be-
fore the cable brought the news of
the San Francisco disaster to announce
that his instrument had recorded seri-
ous disturbances along the west coast
of the United States. The cable short-
ly after brought the news of the 'Frisco
disaster.
	Salt Lakers are frequently reminded
of the "note of warning" sounded by
Grove K. Gilbert of the United States
geological survey. Gilbert made ex-
tensive explorations of the Great Basin
with a view to determining the char-
acter of the ancient lake. He deduced
that many of the present evidences re-
sulted from volcanic action and that,
as the Wasatch range was surely ris-
ing, there would be disastrous earth-
quake consequences to Salt Lake, which
is near many of these volcanic evi-
dences.
	Dr. Talmage disputes this theory,
however, and believes that the sub-
terranean conditions do not warrant
the prediction and that Gilbert, while
right in his facts, was entirely wrong
in his deductions. The new instru-
ments may be valuable in supporting
Dr. Talmage's belief.
	The instruments were manufactured
by Bosch, in Strasburg, Germany, and
represent a modified type of the Omori
instruments. Omori, a Japanese, de-
signed the first. The modifications are
technical and are calculated to in-
crease sensitiveness and accuracy. The
illustration shows Dr. Talmage in the
act of reading the record made by the
iridium point on the cylinder. This
needle is sensitized by a weight sus-
pended by a thin wire and which may
not be jarred (unless exposed) except
by subterranean cause. This instru-
ment is rather simple. The needle traces
on the revolving cylinder normally a
straight line. Any disturbance is
shown by a line of greater or less
width, according to the size, from right
to left. The cylinder is covered each
twenty-four hours with a plain piece
of glazed paper which has been smoked
over a turpentine and oil lamp. The
lines traced are about one thirty-sec-
ond of an inch apart and are dotted
each minute by the stylus that is con-
trolled electrically by a clock. This
clock was specially made for the par-
ticular use to which it is put and has
been tested thoroughly as to its ac-
curacy. It is guaranteed not to vary
one second in a month. From it elec-
trical wires connect with the two fin-
gers in the seismograph case and thus
a complete record of the twenty-four
hours is obtained. Each day, at a par-
ticular hour, these records will be re-

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moved, passed through a solution of
shellac and preserved. They are ca-
pable of being printed on photographic
paper without camera reproduction.
	Dr. Talmage demonstrated the deli-
cacy of the instrument Saturday in
several ways. The instruments rest
on concrete pillars, solidly sunk fif-
teen feet deep and placed horizontally
with the north and south and east and
west lines. Being at right angles
they will not both be affected to-
gether by disturbance. An earth wave,
moving from east to west, would af-
fect the pillar horizontally north and
south, and vice versa.
	Opening the case, Dr. Talmage blew
suddenly on the suspended weight. This
weight contains 220 pounds of iron,
larger than any other seismograph.
Instantly the needle point became ex-

[Image of a clock appears with the following caption]
	Recording clock with second pendu-
lum, now running within one second per
month as to correct time. This clock
is installed in the private office of the
professor in charge, and is connected
electrically with the seismographs in a
distant room and makes a record per
minute, or per second, according to ad-
justment.

cited and traced lines on the smoky
surface to right and left. This experi-
ment illustrated the slight contact that
is necessary to make a record. Then
the doctor struck the pillar on the side
with his kerchief and a slight tremor
of the needle point was shown.
	"If you could hit the end, not the
side, of that pillar squarely with a
heavy sledge," said Dr. Talmage, "you
would not affect the instrument in the
least. When the cabinet is closed and
sealed there will be no method by
which the instruments may be affected
except from underneath. If a mouse
were to get under this pillar and strike
its head against the bottom there might
be a record of it. But when isolated
from all contact or atmospheric influ-
ence nothing will disturb the instru-
ment except subterranean causes."
	Dr. Talmage says the detonation sof
[-]ery at Fort Douglas are shown on
the cylinder and that, in order to pre-

[Image of Dr. Talmage appears with the following caption]
Dr. Talmag[-] Reading the Record.

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determine all local environment and ef-
fect, borings will be made at different
distances from the instrument, dyna-
mite exploded underground and the ef-
fect on the instrument [-]ed.
	The seismograph is one of three in
the West and one of half a dozen in
the country. The others in the West
are at Berkeley and Stanford. It dif-
fers from the instrument at the Smith-
sonian institution, Washington, in that
the weight is suspended more nearly
perpendicularly and is of greater avor-
dupois. Both, Dr. Talmage thinks,
make for better opportunity to record
disturbances. It is expected that the
installation will be followed by visits
from many institutions, as the instru-
ment presents new features.
	"The seismograph is the develop-
ment of the seismometer," said Dr. Tal-
mage, "and the seismometer was the
invention of a Chinese, Choki, in the
second century. His invention was a
spherical instrument of copper. In the
interior were solid pillars, each sup-
porting a perfectly balanced ball. A
disturbance recorded itself and its di-
rection by the ball falling from the
proper pillar and rolling through a
dragon's mouth into the mouth of a
dog.
	"The accurate seismograph would be
much like fastening a weight to the
air above the earth's surface, if that
were possible, and then letting dis-
turbances being recorded on it. But
this is impossible and the seismograph
as you see it now is as nearly an in-
dependent weight as it can be.
	"Another perfect seismograph would
be to place a basin of mercury in the
center of a dark room and admit a
pencil of light to its surface. This
light would be reflected at an angle to
the ceiling much as boys play with
mirrors, and all that would be needed
would be a man to watch the spot of
light and record its disturbance'.'
	But Dr. Talmage himself conceded
that this was really a facetious plan.

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1907.
June 30. — Sunday. Church work
occupied the day. 
July 4. — Independence Day. At home.
July 7. My brother George reached
our home this evening after an
absence of 2 yrs. 8 months on a
mission to New Zealand. He is
well and happy, feeling satisfied
in the possession of an honorable
release document after a long
and trying mission.

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1907.
July 8. 
This day, though information
given out by University officials, it
became known that I am about to
sever my connection with the
University of Utah. Somewhat over
three years past I formally placed
my resignation in the hands of the
body holding power to nominate
the Deseret Professor of Geology in
the University of Utah. Solely from 
a sense of honor have I continued
to hold to professorial chair 
thus long. On my return from
the east recently I learned that
owing to the expiration of
prescribed period a renomination
to the professorship was necessary.
Furthermore I learned that
I had been renominated. I promptly 
declined to accept. I append newspaper 
extracts.

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THE INTER-MOUNTAIN REPUBLICAN, SALT LAKE CITY, U

TAH, TUESDAY, JULY 9, 1907.
CEASES LABORS
	AS AN EDUCATOR

Dr. James E. Talmage Severs
Connection With Univers-
ity of Utah.

ON DUTY THIRTEEN YEARS

Will Engage In the Study of
Geology as It Relates to
Mineral Desposits.

	Dr. James E. Talmage, who for 13 years
had held the chair in the department of
geology in the University of Utah, has
resigned his professorship to devote his
time to mineral geology. For three years
his resignation has been in the hands of
the Salt Lake Literary and Scientific as-
sociation, an organization independent of
the state university, which in 1894 en-
dowed the chair of geology in the sum
of $60,000 and nominated Dr. Talmage to
fill that chair.
	For several years outside opportunities
and duties multiplied, until Dr. Talmage
found himself holding his position at the
university at a great sacrifice. Finally
he determined to cut his connection with
the state institution, and he placed his
resignation in the hands of the endow-
ing board. Since then he has merely
been looking for a favorable opportunity
to take the contemplated step. That op-
portunity came about one week ago, when
Dr. Talmage, upon his return from the
East, learned that the endowing board
had renominated him to fill the chair. It
was then that he sent a communication
to the board positively refusing a renom-
ination.
		Knew Nothing About It.
	"Had I known of the intention of the
board to renominate," said Dr. Talmage,
"I should have forestalled the whole pro-
ceeding by making known to the board
my determination in the matter. I knew
nothing of it because I had been in the
East for some time."
	Dr. Talmage's action is not the result
of any interference on the part either of
the endowing board or the board of re-
gents of the university with the outside
work which the professor has been do-
ing. It has been his determination not
to accept such outside work as would in-
terfere with his educational work.

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	Henceforth Dr. Talmage will devote his
entire time to mining geology. For years
his services have been in great demand
as an authority on Utah geology. He is
a mining expert of the highest ability and
is constantly being called as an expert
witness in mining litigation cases.
	Dr. Talmage has been an educator for
a quarter of a century, and has filled the
chair of geology since it was created in
1894. He entered the service of the uni-
versity in 1893 as professor of biology and
metallurgy. In 1894 he was elected to the
chair of geology, and was the same year
made president of the university, a posi-
tion which he held until 1897, when he
resigned in order to secure the freedom
wished in order to engage in research
work.
		An Author of Note.
	During his career as an educator Dr.
Talmage has written a number of books
and several scientific treatises which have
been published by societies of world-wide
reputation.  He is a fellow of the Geo-
logical Society of England, and also of
the Royal Society of Edinburgh.
	In speaking of laying aside the work
of an educator, Dr. Talmage said: "I
have not been engaged in educational
work for a quarter of a century without
gaining a genuine love for the profes-
sion. I shall always have at heart the
interests of the university, and will
do all I can in the future for the institu-
tion."
	Who will be nominated by the associat-
i[-]on for the consideration for confirma-
tion by the board of regents is not yet
known.

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DR. TALMAGE
	LEAVES THE "U"

	After serving as professor in geology
at the University of Utah for ten
years, Dr. James E. Talmage has sev-
ered his connection with that institu-
tion. Dr. Talmage held the professor-
ship endowed by the Salt Lake Liter-
ary and Scientific association.
	Three years ago Dr. Talmage re-
quested the nominating committee of
the board of regents not to reappoint
him. Meanwhile, no successor has been
named and he has continued to fill the
position. Dr. Talmage now insists that
he be relieved. He sent the request to
the Salt Lake Literary and Scientific
association a few days ago and the
association, in turn, handed it to the
regents.
	"I have been holding the professor-
ship at a great financial loss," said
Dr. Talmage this morning. "I have
had many calls for investigations in 
mining and geological work which I
have been unable to fill because of my
University duties, but I now desire to
devote my time to these other affairs.
My retirement will also give me wider
opportunity for literary work. My rela-
tions with everyone connected with the
University have always been of the
most amicable nature."

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THE SALT LAKE EVENING TELEGRAM			TUESDAY EVENING, JULY 9, 1907.

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DR. J. E. TALMAGE RESIGNS.

He Severs His Connection With the
	University of Utah.
	Dr. James E. Talmage no longer holds
the chair of geology at the University
of Utah. At least he has tendered
his resignation, and the same will
doubtless be accepted, though with
reluctance. For a period of ten years
Dr. Talmage has held the position,hav-

DESER[-]

[-]DITION

ing been appointed by the Salt Lake
Literary and Scientific society. A
number of years ago that organization
made an endowment to the University
of Utah, turning over to it one of the
best equipped geological museums in
the country. The right was conferred
upon the grantors of the bequest to
name the man to occupy the chair of
geology, subject to approval of the
board of regents.
	In 1897, Dr. Talmage, the foremost
geologist in the state, or in the entire
west, for that matter, was named as
the professor of geology, and he has
filled the position with distinction and
to the entire satisfaction of all con-
cerned. He retires at this time to
widen his scope along the lines of
geology and expert mining. For many
years Dr. Talmage's services have been
much in demand as a witness in in-
tricate mining litigation, and the field
of work for which he has so ably pre-
pared himself is much broader outside
the school room than within.
	As is generally known, Dr. Talmage
is a member of many distinguished sci-
entific societies, among them being the
following: F. R. M. S., London, 1891;
F. G. S., London, 1894; F. R. S. E., 1894;
F. G. S. A., 1897; Life Associate Philo-
sophical society of Great Britain, 1899;
corresp. member Royal Scottish Geo-
graphical society, 1891; life member.
1901, and fellow (1906), A. A. A. S.; life
member, 1906, Natural Geographic so-
ciety.
	Who will be named to take the place
of Dr. Talmage at the university has
not been given out to the public. The
Literary and Scientific society will
make the nomination, and it lies with
the board of regents of the university
as to confirmation.

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EVENING NEWS.
TRUTH AND LIBERTY.
[-]Y 9 1907 SALT LAKE CITY UTAH

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1907.
July 12. Have received many ex-
pressions of a complimentary
nature on the occasion of my
withdrawal from the University. The
power to nominate a professor
to hold the endowed chair of
Geology rests with the First Pres-
idency of the Church, to whom
this right was assigned by the
endowing body – the Salt Lake
Literary and Scientific Association.
On July 1 I had an interview with
the Presidency and urged acceptance
of my long-standing resignation,
or rather I urged the withdrawal
of my renomination recently made
before my return from the East.
One reason impelling me to resign
is the pressure of professional
work in the field; this has been
a standing incentive for years
past. The chief reasons for my <
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1907.
July 12; cont.
insistence on release at this
time are firstly the strong
probibility of unusual demands
as to geological work in the
mines this season, and secondly
the evident fact that I cannot
longer countenance what I regard
as a narrow and improper
policy such as characterizes the
present administration. I refrain
from attack or protest under
the conviction that to invite
disruption would be to injure
the institution. The present
appears to me to be the most
favorable for my withdrawal
on personal initiative and
without specifications as to
my opposition to the existing
policy of administration.

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1907.
July 14. Sunday. First time I
have been able to venture
down town since July 1. Have
been on my back most of the
time trying to escape a threatened
attack of appendicitis. Am re-
covering. Attended early morning
meeting in the temple, and
High Priests' quorum meeting
during forenoon, at each of which
I delivered an address. Attended
evening meeting of the special
committee on correlation of the
work of our auxiliary organiza-
tions, of which committee I am
chairman.
July 28. Sunday. Address at morning
temple meeting. Correlation committee
session during forenoon, and sub-
committee work during afternoon.
Attended evening meeting in 14th
Ward and delivered an address.

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1. 					     1907. 
August 3. Delivered up my keys
to University rooms etc; and became
a non-official. The packing and
removal of Deseret Museum material,
and personal belongings – placed
temporarily at the University for
the benefit of students - has
been a long and tedious bit of 
work. 
	August 4. Sunday. Early morning
prayer meeting; forenoon fast -
meeting in the temple and afternoon
meeting in our ward. Took part
in proceedings of each.
August 6. Sterling left by morning
train for Clear Creek to assist
in field work there in progress.
I left by afternoon train and
proceeded to Helper. Roomed
at the railroad hotel. I travel
with Mark Hopkins and Edward
B. Jones.

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2. 					       1907
	August 7. The three of us
together with Forrester and Gibbs
proceeded to Sunnyside. Afternoon
spent in examination of certain
alleged coal lands. This is a
continuation of the work
suspended last winter.
August 8. Ascended Tidwell canyon,
thence to Notch canyon. Our
camp is established at
Trough Springs on Patmos
Ridge – altitude nearly 10 000 ft.
Aug. 13. Daily field work:
camp removed today to
south fork of Tidwell
canyon.
Aug. 14. Reached Sunnyside.
Hopkins and Jones called to
Salt Lake. James Bowns and I
continued the field examination.

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. 						1907. 
	August 15. Reached camp
established yesterday in Grassy
Trail (or Whitmore canyon) near
mouth of Water Canyon.
Aug. 18. Sunday. Rode to Sunnyside;
attended Sunday School; then
held meeting of S.S. officers
and teachers addressed
each gathering. At the
afternoon service Bro. Broadbent
(from Provo) and I were the
speakers. In the evening I
lectured under Improvement
Assn. auspices subject – success
in life. Spent the night at office.
Aug. 19. Early morning return
to camp.
Aug. 22. Son Paul arrived today;
he is to assist in camp work,
Camp removed to Sunnyside.

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.			 		    1907.
Aug. 26. Field work suspended
at noon today. Camp equipment
sent to Clear Creek. Paul accompanies
the pack train. Hopkins, Jones,
and I took train to Helper. Found
all traffic on the main line
suspended by reason of train
wrecks and washouts. Took rooms
at railroad hotel.
Aug. 27. Drove to Spring Glen -
the three of us, and visited the
Independent Coal Co.'s plant. Belated
night train from Helper, homeward.
Aug. 28. Arrived home 3 a.m. All
the children are away. Maia, alone
of the family, at home.
Aug. 31. Left again for the field.
Proceeded to Helper; took room
at hotel as usual.
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. 						1907
September 1, Sunday. Late trains
prevented realization of my plan
to spend this Sabbath with the
people of Scofield. Left Helper
at 11 a.m.; delayed at Colton
four hours. Arrived at Clear
Creek 7 p.m. Took room at Fuel
Co.'s office.
Sept. 3. Yesterday & today spent in
office work and field examina-
tion near by. Met Paul today
for first time.
Sept. 4. Sterling reached me today;
his field experience is appreciated
and doubtless will prove beneficial.
Mark Hopkins arrived today.
Camp established in Eccles
Canyon.
Sept. 8. Sunday. Paul started
for home today; his school term
opens tomorrow.
Sept. 12. Two days ago Edw. Jones
rejoined our party; and today
Robt. Forrester made camp with us.

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.						 1907.
September. 14. Sterling came over
from his camp (in Long canyon) to
ours (this day established near the
head of Holdaway canyon); and
walked back late. He starts for
home tomorrow to be ready for
school next day.
Sept. 16. A day of work afoot; -
the first of its kind. Usually
our horses have been under
saddle from 9 to 13 hours daily.
Today was spent in making
section of formations in upper
part of Holdaway Canyon.
Sept. 17. Removal of camp to
Castle Gate district was begun.
I spent night at the Company's
office, Clear Creek.
Sept.18. All of the party except
myself started horseback for Castle
Gate. I took train for home. Long delay
at Colton. Belated train reached
Salt Lake City 10 p.m. Found all well
at home.

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1907.
September 19.: Left by afternoon train with Maia
for Provo. Spent evening in interview with Father
and the folks; wife and I spent night at the
home of wife's siaster Hannah.
	September 20: Wife returned by morning train
to Salt Lake City; I took train eastward to
Castle Gate, and thence proceeded horseback to
camp.
	Sept. 23: Engaged in field work since date
of last entry; proceeded today to Castle Gate
on the way home.
	Sept. 24: Arrived home at 2 a.m. Found all well.
		Sept. 26; Started for evening train; delayed
and belated. Took room for the night at station
hotel.
	Sept. 27: Early morning trzin to Eureka; took
room at the Hatfield House. afternoon with
J. Fewson Smith Jr. in the field.
	Sept. 28: Mark Hopkins and Edw. B. Jones
joined mre, and together we inspected mining prop-
erties adjacent to to the Crown Point, Iron Blos-
som, and Colorado.
	Sept. 29: Attended meeting in eEureka ward,
and by call of the bishopric addressed tghe people.

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i907.
	Sept. 30: Mporning in the fireld; returned home
by afternoon train.
	October 3: In company with Attorney Macmillan
visited and examined lime quarries south of the ciy
city; returned home in early evening.
	October 4: Semi-annual conference of the
Church opened today; attehded this as also a
night lecture by C. E. Johnson, with stereopticon
illustrations, on the Holy Land.
	October 5: Conference meetings continued cdur-
ing the day; general priesthood meeting at night.
	October 6; Sunday; Conference meetings contin-
ued. Anthony W. Ivins made a member of the coun-
cil of the Twelve Apostles.
	October7: Left home and proceeded to Castle
Gate. After part of the day spent in preparation
for field work ahead.
	Through non-arrival of other members of the
party and equipment this day was spent in office
and preparation work. 


									

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1907.
October 9: Start toward Miller Creek, by way of
Gordon Creek, team with camp equipage went by
direct route toward Miller Creek. The examining
party consisting of Hopkinks, Jones, Gibbs(guide)
and myself went by way of Spring canyon; this
route was the least-direct; the guide is not to be
blamed as he followed the assurance of the other
members of the party that they could and would
guide us expeditiously. One of the party left the
prescribed line of travel and was lost until a
late hour. Night overtook us at the head of the
westerly fork of Gordpn creek---which point we had
reached after hard climbing and dangerous travel.
I had been and was riding an unbroken colt; by
means of the horse stumblingg and bucking I had
been injured early in the day. Our party became
separated; until 11 p.m. Hopkins, Jones, and myself
tried to find a path of descent into the canyon
wherein we hoped to find water. Then I decided to
remain where I was; the others went ahead. I un-
saddled my horse, made a fire, and tried to make
myself comfortable for the night---without water
though in a feverish state; without bedding or food
								 

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1907.
	October 10; Started at daybreak to search for.
horse; found that the animal had gone down creeek;
discovered saddle and bridle of Hopkins's horse.
Went down creek afoot. In the bed of the canyon
wwere numerous pools of clear water; the liquid
was so impregnated with alkali as to be nauseating
and poisonous. Shortlty after noon Jones and
our camp man Gordon overtook me. Jones brought
a water bag filled, and an orange. The water and
the orange were nectar to me. We reached camp on
Miller creek during the afternoon. Camp was
pitched at the Miller winjter ranch.
	October 11: Proceeded to Cedar creek; spent
early night hours in examination of moines; then
joined camp which had been moved via travel road.
	October 12: Horseback ride along with camp
transfer by team to Huntington. Dinner at the
Gordon house. Afternoon ride to campimg spot in
Huntington canyon, on tyhe Johnson ranch; made
camp shortly before 10 p.m.

									 

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1907.
	October 13: Inspection iof Huntington canyon and
branches thereof.
	October 14: Inspection of Meeting House and Deer
Creek canyons; night ride to Huntington; slept at 
Gordon house.
	October 15: Proceeded to Cottonwood canyon, via
Orangeville; thence proceeded up Coal Creek canyon;
retuner returned to mouth of Coal Creek, there
met an camp outfit and made camp without tent or
other protectiion, about 10 p.m.
	October 16: Horseback up Straight Canyon,
thence by way of Lower Joe Valley to head of Ferron
Creek and down same to the Christenson ranch. Heere
we joined our camp party, and here we were joined
by Robert Forrester who had come by special convey-
ance from Price. 
	October 17: Day spent in Ferron Creek examina-
tion. 
	October 18: Horseback by canyon route back of
Book Cliffs to Muddy Creek; camp outfit went round
by road.. Parties rejoined and made camp at the
Jacobson ranch.
	Oct. 19: Day spent in examination of Muddy creek
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1907.
	October 20: Moved camp down creek past Emerey.
On the way halted for dinner at the home of Samuel
Williams. Then proceeded down the Muddy to within
half a mile of Ivie Creek. Camped on the lands of
the old John E. Miller ranch.
	October 22: Yesterday and today spent in the
examination of Ivie creek, Quitchupakh creek, and
vicinity. Night journey to Emery; camped on the
grounds of Samuel Williams. Tonight I received
first written word from home since last good-bye.
I learn with gratitude that all the loved ones are
well.
	October 23; Proceeded to Castle Dale; camped on
the grounds of Orange Seeley, --after whom the neigh-
boring town of Orangeville was named. Robert
Forrester left this evening by special conveyance fo
for Price--the most accessible railroad point; he
is ill and out to ;leave; moreover he has been
called by business necessities. Nearly every membe<r>
of the party is suffering from the effects of expo-
sure and from the alkaline waters of this region. 

								    

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1907.
)October 24: Last night we had a heavy rain. Left
Castle Dale this morning en route for the San
Rafael. Delayed by a wagon break in the crossing
(the last of several crossings) of the San Rafael
river. Narrow escape from quicksands. camped
at Fuller Bottom. This day we had Vern Kofford
of Castle Dale as guide.
	October 25: Sent camp wagon ahead; together
we rode to the head of Salt Wash; this wash we des-
cended to the San Rafael junction; thence rode to
within a mile of our last night's camp. Owing to
lack of water on the Buckhorn Flat our camp outfit
had gone on (as per instructions); and we had to
ride late into the night in order to reach camp
which had been pitched at the Littlre Holes (water
pockets in the rocks).
	October 26: By way of Summerville Wash to Wood-
side, on the line of the Rio Grande Western railway.
	October 27; Price canyon below Woodside.
	October 28: To Horse; canyon; after examination
of same Jones (E.B.) and I rode to Sunnyside and
put up at the company office. As afterward learned
the rest camped at Sharps' place on the Big Springs
ranch. 							

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1907.
November 3. Sunday; Attended
usual meetings;– Prayer meeting
during the early morning; Stake
quorum meeting. of the High Priests
during forenoon; at each of these
meetings I made addresses as called
upon. Attended afternoon service
in the tabernacle, at which
Apostle Orson F. Whitney was
the speaker; and evening service
in our home ward (27th) at
which I was the speaker.		——

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1907.
	October 29: Jones and I made early start from
Sunnyside; rode to Big Springs ranch where we found
that Hopkins and Gibbs had already left camp. We
rode thence to Dimick's ranch; thence to Dugout and
contiguous canyons. Returned to Dimick's ranch at
night where we rejoined camp. Late tonight
Jones left for Price to catch tomorrow's morning
train for Salt Lake City.
	October 30; Hopkins left about day-break for
Price. I had intended waiting to accompany camp
wagon; but an hour or so after Hopkins's departure
I changed my plan and started alone horseback for
the railway. By hard riding I arrived at Price
in time to catch early train, and on train joined
Hopkins and Jones. Together we returned to Salt
Lake City, arriving during early evening. I was
gratified to find all at home well.
※ Nov 3: (Omission; see above).
	November 4. Coal lands cases opened in the
chancery division of the Federal Court.
	Nov. 5. Municipal election. Night returns
show a victory for the American (anti-Mormon) party.
This calamity is due tio the fact that the citizens
have succumbed to the mania for party differences.
									
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1907.
	November 9:  In Chancery court during entire
week.
	November 10: (Sunday).  Prayer meeting during
early morning in the temple; then followed High
Priests quorum meeting of the Ensign Stake during
forenoon; at each of these I was one of the speakers
by special call. Attended afternoon services in
the tabernacle at which Apostle Orson F. Whit-
ney was the speaker. Evenoing meeting in our own
ward (the 27th) and here I was the speaker by call
of the bishopric.
	November 16: In Chancery court every day this
week.. As court adjourned over today I took the
iopportunity to visit and examine the Bamberger lime-
stone quarries south of the city. Paul accompanied
me.
	November 17: Sunday: Usual meeti<n>gs; During
forenoonn atten<d>ed 27th Ward Sunday School as a
representative of the General Board. After evening
sacrament meeting toook part with the bishopric
in administering to the sick. At the evening
meeting of our ward Son Sterling was sustained as
one to be ordained to the office of a Priest. 

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1907.
November 23: In court every day this week, begin
ning Monday. This day (Saturday) was spent at
the Bamberger lime quarries.
	Nov. 24: Sunday; Entire day spent in Sunday
School committee work.
	Nov. 27: In chancery court each day this week.
The coal land cases were adjourned for further
hearing later.
	Nov. 28: Thanksgiving Day; Spent at home.
	Nov. 30: Yesterday and today were devoted to
the Bamberger quarry litigation, the case being a
suit for damages brought by the Union Lime and
Stone Co., against the U.S. Smelter Co., Went this
morning to the quarries and returned at night,
travelling by automobile.
	December 1: Sunday; Sunday School committee
appointments occupied the day.
	December 2: Early morning trip to the limestone
quarries with Messrs Smith and Price. Returned
during afternoon and attended court where the case
is now on trial.
	Dec. 3: Morning in court; then went by automo-
bile to quarries and returned at night.		
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	Dec. 6: In court since last entry; yesterday and
today I have been on the witness stand.

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1907.
December 8.– Sunday.– Usual
meetings, and special Sunday
School committee work.
December 15. Sunday. Last week
spent in field work– near
home–and in court attendance.
Dec. 16. Monday. By request
attended funeral of Sister Dunwoodey
of the Twelfth ward. Bishop
Romney and I were the
speakers. The funeral
services were held at the
home of the deceased.
December 18. – By request
attended funeral services of
Sister Sarah(?) Taylor the services
being held at the residence of
her son-in-law — Mr. Lynch
in the Second Ward. Governor 

Culter, Bishop Iverson, and I, were <(
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the speakers. Attended Land Office
court after the funeral. Went on the witness stand.

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1907.
December 19. –In U.S. Land Office
Court during forenoon and
during early part of afternoon.
Left the city by late afternoon train,
and travelled to Coalville, Summit
County. Took quarters at the
Coalville House (Cluff Hotel).
December 20.– Visited and
examined lands in question
under Land Office suit non
pending. Conveyed from Coalville
to Hoytsville by Calderwood of
Coalville; thence to the ground
in question by Will and Hobson of
Hoytsville. Conveyed back to
Coalville (via Dexter mine of which
I made a cursory examination)
by Ernest Fisher, one of the owners
of the Dexter mine. From Coalsville
drove in Willard Hobson's buggy to
Echo. there obtained special order for
stop of through train on which I travelled
to Ogden: thence to Salt Lake by regular train,
and home.					 
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1907.
December 21. During forenoon
attended hearing in U.S. Land Office
and testified as to observations made
on my recent visit to Summit
County. Later attended Coal Land
cases in U.S. Chancery Court.
Dec. 22. Sunday. – Sunday School
Committee work.
Dec. 23. In attendance at
Chancery Court; — Coal land cases.
Dec. 24. The same.
Dec. 25. Christmas day. Spent at
home. Visit from George
Dec. 26. Went to Bingham by evening
train. Took room at Elmerton Hotel.
Rain storm prevented visit as planned
to certain mining properties.
Dec. 27. Heavy snow storm during
night in consequence of which attorneys
failed to come out from the city. Took
forenoon train home.	
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PERSONAL JOURNAL
	OF
JAMES EDWARD TALMAGE
Salt Lake City, Utah.
	1908.

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1908.

			Personal Journal of
			JAMES EDWARD TALMAGE

					Salt Lake City, Utah,
				for the year 1908.

	January 1: Spent the day at home with family.
	January 5: Sunday: Monthly fast-day: attended
usual meetings.
	January 6, 7, 8, -- In attendance at court --in
the Chancery division of the Federal court-- as
ax expert investigator and witness in connection
with coal land examinations.
	January 10:  Entered into possession of a suite
of rooms to be used as office rooms in the Sharon
Building, West South Temple Street, Salt Lake City.
Since vacating my office apartments at the Univer-
sity of Utah when I resigned my position as Profess-
sor of Geology and Mineralogy therein, I have been
so fully occupied in field work that I have had no
time to establish myself in an office for consulta-
tion purposes.  Owing to a brief postponement of
court proceedings I have found opportunity of mak-
ing a P partial installation.

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1908.
January 12:  Sunday:  By call of the presiding offi-
cer I was the speaker at the afternoon services in
the tabernacle.  attended High Priests' meeting
during the forenoon and Temple Prayer Circle at
8 a.m.
January 19:  Sunday:  Every day of the last week
has been spent in office work.  Attended usual
meetings today.  gave a short address at the
sacrament meeting in our home ward --the Twenty-
seventh---tonight.
January 22:  Attended regular weekly session of the
Deseret Sunday School# Union Board this afternoon,
and a preliminary committee meeting.
January 26: Sunday:  Every day of last week spent
in office work.  This day, Elder Levi W. Richards
and myself, as members of the General Board, at-
tended the monthly Union meeting of the Sunday
School organization of the Salt Lake Stake, held in
the Sixteenth Ward meeting-house.	Each of us
delivered addresses in the departments, and I
addresses the re-assembled body after the depart-
ment exercises.

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1908;
February 1:  In this day's Saturday evening's
issue of the "Deseret Evening News" a cemplete
report of my address in the tabernacle, Sunday,
January 12, is published.
February 2: Sunday:  Every day of last week was
spent in office and consultation work. This day
I remained at home owing to the illness of Wife.
February 8: Owing to further and unexpected post-
ponements in Chancery Court proceedings Im have
been able to devote last preceding days to office
and consultation work.
	At present my office is established in Room
206 Sharon Building.  This number controls a
large office room and a good-sized entry. I have
taken these quarters as a private office on the as-
surance that adjoining apartments ###### <are> soon to
be at my service.		It is probable that a busi-
ness office for Deseret Museum business will soon
be established in connection with mym personal
personal office rooms.

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1908.
Feb. 9.; Sunday;  Attended early morning prayer meet
ing in Temple; then attended monthly meeting of the
High Priests' quorum of Ensign Stake; during the
afternoon attended officially the Union meeting
of Sunday Schools of Ensign Stake; attended 27th
Ward meeting in the evening.
February 10: Went to Bingham in company with
Mr. Blake of the Rio Grande Western engineering
staff; examined ground in controversy and returned
by evening train.
February 19: Went to Bingham by early train,
accompanied by Paul.  Day spent in the field; re-
turned by evening train.
February 21:  Attended evening social arranged
by "The Daughters of the Pioneers".
Feb. 22:  Washington's Birthday: attended the
annual ward re-union in 27th Ward.
Feb. 23: Sunday: Delivered address at morn-
ing prayer meeting.  Attended 27th Ward meeting in
evening; at this I was the speaker.

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.							1908.
February 25. Coal Land cases resumed in Chancery
Court; in attendance all day.
Feb. 28: Attended Ward Priesthood Meeting in even-
ing, and by call of the bishopric I delivered a short
address.
Feburary 29: A leap-year date. In Chancery Court
all day.
March 2: By invitation and request of the Gov-
ernor of Utah I attended a dinner served in honor of
Captain Roald Amunsen, the arctic explorer who has
recently confirmed the location of the north magnetic
pole and who has threaded the north-west passage.
By request of the Governor I made an address of wel-
come. Messrs Hill and Spencer delivered short
after-dinner speeches.
March 4: By special request attended funeral ser-
vices of Ward Pack, at the residence of a relative
305 south 13th East Street. By request I deliv-
ered the funeral address. Elders Bennion and Baird
of the stake organization preceded me with brief
addresses.
March 8: Sunday; Morning prayer meeting in the
Temple at which I was a speaker. High Priests' meet-
ing at which Elder R. R. Lyman and I were the speakers.
Liberty Stake, [---] S. S. Union in afternoon with
Elder Hugh J Cannon. Addresses in class & Union assembly
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1908.
March 8; Sunday:  Morning prayer meeting in the
Temple at which I was a speaker.  High Priests'
quorum meeting beginning at 10 a.m.,; Elder Richard
R. Lyman and I were the speakers as called. In the
afternoon attended the Liberty Stake Subnday
School Union meeting; delivered addresses in the
Theological Dept. class session and in the general
assembly.
	March 10; Transferred zoological specimens from
the Deseret Museum to the Utah State Fair Associa-
tion for exhibit.
	March 12;    Lectured at the University of Utah
before the Engineering Society on "Some Features
of Local Ore Deposits".
	March 15: Sunday;	Attended regular session of
Pioneer Stake Sunday Sunday School# Union meeting.
Delivered an address before the Theological Dept.
Elders S. B. Young and L.W. Richards of the General
Board were present.
	March 17:  Atten<d>ed funeral services of Sister
Young, wife of LeGrand Young.  Services were held
at the residence. Pres. Joseph F. Smith, myself,
and Elder H. J. Cannon were the speakers in the order
named.

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1908.
March 22; Sunday: Ensign Stake Conference; attend-
ed morning session. Left by noon train for Ogden,
where I attended by appointment the monthly Sunday
School Union meeting; delivered addresses before the
assembled Union and in the Theological department;
returned home by evening train.
	April 2:	Performed marriage ceremony uniting
Jasmine Young (daughter of Elder LeGrand Young of
the High Council of Liberty Stake), and Lester D.
Freed of Salt Lake City. The ceremony took place
at Brother Young's residence.
	April 4:	Opening of the 78th annual conference
of the Church; attended morning and afternoon ses-
sions and general priesthood meeting in the evening.
	April 5:	Sunday:	Attended meeting of general
and stake officers of the Deseret Sunday School
Union at 8 a.m.; then attended part of morning ses-
sion of the general conference.	Took 12.25 p.m.
train to Granger Wyoming; thence to Diamondville
Wyoming, arriving an hour after midnight; accompan-
ied by Robert Forrester and Mark Hopkins.
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1908.
	April 6: General survey of the land in question
in pending litigation; in company with Engineer
Shurrick the partytravelled horeback to the Gap and
returned at night.
	April 7: Heavy snow storm during last night,
continuing today. Spent the day underground, in
Mine #1; during afternoon Superintendent Sneddon
was with us. In the evening continued examination.
	April 8: Day spent in Mine #2 at Oakley. The
At night Gen. Manager Whyte and Mining Engineer
Sales, both from Butte, Montana, joined the party
at the hotel.
	April 9:	Examination of Mine #4 at Glencoe; re-
turned to Diamondville at night.
	April 10: Mostly surface examination. Travel-
el horseback southward to within two miles of Cum-
beralnd and returned along the coal outcrop.
	April 11:	Horseback northward; travelled along
outcrop beyond Kemmerrer, and returned to Diamond-
ville. Evening gathering at the residence of
Superintendent Sneddon.

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1908.
	April 12: Sunday:	Attended morning Sunday School
at Diamondville; addressed the school and visited
classes, afterward holding a conference with the offi-
cers of the school and the bishopric of the ward. In
the afternoon attended ward sacrament meeting and
addresses the assembled people.	Forrester, Hop-
kins, and I left by 6 p.m. train, going to Green River
thence westward by night train.
	April 13:		Reached home at 9 a.ma. Learned of
continued indisposition of my sister Susa at Provo;
telephonic assurances that no alarming conditions
exist.
	April 14:	Attended Deseret Sunday School Union
Board meeting; and in the evening wife and I attend-
ed social gathering of the board at the residence
of Elder Hugh J. Cannon, in Liberty Stake.
	April 15:		Arbor Day in Utah:		Obeyed an early
morning prompting and went to Provo by first train.
Found that Susa had been conveyed to the hospital,
and that she is in a serious condition. The phy-
sicians assure me that no really alarming symptoms
were manifest until this morning.	We had the elders
administer to her; she is certainly very ill. Re-
mained with her during the day and far into the
night.

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1908.
	April 16: Susa's condition during the night and
this morning has been alarming. She is suffering
the results of a practically complete nervous col-
lapse, which has been followed by meningial troub-
les, and later by peritonitis. The last named ail-
ment was first plainly manifest yesterday morning.
I called in Elders David John and Lafayette Hol-
brook early this morning; together we administer-
ed to her. After the administration she became
conscious and rational--the first time since yes-
terday afternoon; she conversed with me at length
and gave many details of the overwork and worry
of the last year. The physicians after consulta-
tion gave no hope of her recovery. She died at
12.35 p.m.	Our sisters Sadie and Mary, our
brothers Albert and George, Albert's wife Sara,
and I, were present; sister Alice arrived within a
few minutes after the demise.	  We are a stricken
family.	After making general arrangements for
the sad rites impending I left for home to A attend
to arrangements there.

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								    1908.
	April 17: Wife and I, accompanied by all
the children went to Provo by early train this
morning.	Late last night we were informed by
telephone that it would be expedient to hold fun-
eral services today.		At 1.45 the funeral pro-
cession started, with the Brigham Young University
band leading.	The procession proceeded to the
Fifth Ward meeting House, where the services were
held. Elders J. L. Brown (one of Susa's associate
instructors in the University), Jos. B. Keeler9 ( a 
professor in the university and one of the presi-
dency of the stake), Wilson (superintendent of the
ward Sunday School), George H. Brimhall (president
of the B. Y. University), and Sister Ardella Eardley
(of Salt Lake City, sent as a delegate from the
Young Ladies Improvement Association Board) were
the speakers.	Preceded by the band we followed
the remains of Little Sister to the Provo cemetery
where they were laid at rest beside our departed
mother.	Sterling and I  returned on an earlier train; the
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1908.
	April 19: Sunday: Maia and children returned
from Provo, bringing word of the threatening ill-
ness of George, who appears to have collapsed af-
ter the strain of Susa's illness and death. This
day I attended morning meeting in temple and del-
ivered an address.
	April 20:	Telephone brings word of slight
improvement in George's condition. To my regret
I was compelled to leave home today, under the
exigencies of court demands in Wyoming.	Left by
early morning train, as one of a company composed
of attorneys, engineers, and geologists.	We pro-
ceeded to Evanston, Wyoming, arriving about noon.
With several of the party I took quarters at the
Marx hotel.	Court proceedings in the matter of t
the government suits against the Diamond Coal and
Coke Company were resumed before Master in Chan-
cery Watts at 2 p.m. Night consultation.
	April 21: Morning, afternoon, and evening ses-
sions of court. Word from home is to the effect
that George continues to improve slowly.
	April 24; Daily sessions of court since last
entry. I had my turn of the witness stand yes-
terday and today. Returned home by night train.

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1908.
	April 26: Sunday: Confined to the house by
a painful attack of inter-costal neuralgia.
	April 27: According to previous appointment
I went this day to Bingham, as one of a party of
attorneys, engineers, and others.	Some of the
members, including myself, went by automobile,
others by train.	Day spent in examination of
alleged clay lands near the mouth of Bingham can-
yon. Returned at night.
	Last night and tonight proceedings have been
held in the 27th Ward incident to hge the dedi-
cation of the newly erected meeting house. Last
evening President Joseph F. Smith offered the
dedicatory prayer. Tonight Elder Wm. H. King
and myself were the appointed speakers. Apostle
Richards, who lives in the ward, offered some
timely remarks.
	April 28: Telephonic communication with
George in Provo brought word that he is slowly
recovering. In the early evening Albert and wife
came up and reported same condition. I am busy
preparing for proposed departure tomorrow on my
way to Chicago, to attend the annual meeting of
the American Association of Museums.

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										1908.
	April 29: Left by Salt Lake & Los Angeles Limited
at 12.25 p.m. Dr. Wilcox and Maia accompanied me
to the station.
	May 1: Arrived in Chicago. Took rooms at the
Association headquarters in the Auditorium hotel.
The journey has not been altogether a pleasant one
owing to my continued indisposition.
	May 3: Sunday:  Had made appointments to meet
the Sunday School at Church headquarters today; but
instead of this I was confined to my room with the
brethren in attendance administering to me. Elder
Ellsworth, the president of this mission, and Elder
John M. Mills, one of my fellow memebers on the
Sunday School Board were in attendance.  Feeling
somewhat better I yielded against my judgment and
promised to attend the evening service. Addressed
the meeting for nearly an hour under conditions of
great suffering.  Returned to the hotel and spent a
night of pain.  Beside the intercostal trouble with 
which I was afflicted before leaving home a severe
intestinal disturbance has set in  ; and I find my-
self decidedly ill. 

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1908.
	May 4: No better. At the request of President
Ellsworth and others of the brethren here, Dr. Sam-
uel J. Russell, one of our people and originally
from Ogden, Utah, came to see me. He made a thor-
ough examination; pronounced me free from any or-
ganic trouble; but urged that I be taken at once to
the hospital and there submit to an operation which
he regards as indispensable to my permanent health.
I insisted that as I had come here to attend to cer-
tain appointed duties I must discharge these first;
after which I would submit to the operation here if
the need continued as imperative as now. The doc-
tor then began a course of treatment, he officiat-
ing as nurse. He spent over seven hours in per-
sonal attendance, making hot applications at inter-
vals of a few minutes for several hours, then fol-
lowing with ice poultices at similar short inter-
vals. It was after midnight when he left me.
	The secretary of the Museums council came to my
room and submitted matters requiring my vote.

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1908.
	May 5: The doctor was with me early. He forbade
me to leave my bed today; and for four hours con-
tinued the treatment of yesterday. The officers of
the Association came and business requiring my ac-
tion was attended to in my room.	At night I felt
considerably better; and I announced my intention
of attending the meetings tomorrow, greatly to the
doctor's surprise.	The regular sessions of the
Association were held today at the Art Institute.
Elders Hafen and Vandyke visited me; and these with
Dr. Russell administered to me.
	May 6:	Attended meetings today. At 9 a.m. I
was at the Art Institute, from which place we pro-
ceeded to the Field Museum in Jackson Park. The
journey was made by automobile, under as strong a
wind and as drenching a rain as I have seen for a
long time.	The weathers conditions have been in-
clement since my arrival in Chicago; and today is
particularly stormy.	  	I was accorded a very kind
reception at the hands of my fellow officers and
by the members of the Association.	I took part in
brief discussion of some of the papers read today.
Absented myself from the official luncheon and din-
ner. Meeting at the Art Institute at night.

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									  1908.
	May 7: Continued in attendance at the meetings.
Morning assembly at the Art Institute, from which
place we went by automobile to the Academy of Sci-
ences, stopping on the way to visit the Chicago
Historical Society headquarters. Meetings were held
at the Academy of Sciences. Adjournment after the
afternoon session. I am now no longer a member
of the council, the term of two years for which I
was elected expiring with the close of the present
annual meetings. According to the constitution,
which I helped to frame, office-holders are not eli-
gible to re-election until a year has elapsed from
the time of expiration of their terms.
	Had an evening interview with Dr. Russell at my
rooms. He assented to my statement that I am able
to undertake the journey home; but kindly offered
his professional services in the surgical operation
necessary to my permanent recovery.	I prefer to
be at home, however; and so the doctor and I parted
with this understanding.		Dr. Russell has been to
me a friend in need. His professional skill is all
that could be desired. His professional skill is all
that could be desired. The missionary people here
located speak in highest terms of his devotion and
skill.

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1908.
	May 9: Yesterday and today have been devoted
partly to rest and partly to museum visits. Have
spent some time at the Field Museum and have partly
arranged for an exchange of material in the inter-
ests of the Deseret Museum. I had intended taking
passage by last night's train for home; but I decided
to postpone my departure at the request of the elders
here.
	May 10:	Sunday:	Early part of the day spent
with callers.	Attended evening service at the
church, and addressed the people. President Ells-
worth accompanied me from the meeting and I went im-
mediately to the station, where I took train for the
west.	I have been greatly interested in the good
work being done in the mission field here. President
Ellsworth has made a special effort, and with great
success, in the matter of distributing our church
works. A very large edition of the Book of Mormon
has been printed, and many thousands of copies sold
at one half the price heretofore charged at home.
Cloth-bound copy sells for fifty cents.	The book
has been listed by some of the large book dealers,
and the books are now on sale at many of the well
known book stores.

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1908.
	May 11: Pleasantly surprised this morning to
meet/on the train Elder George D. Pyper, the effi-
cient secretary of our Sunday School Union; he is
returning home after a visit to New York. We spent
the day pleasantly together.
	May 12: Reached home shortly before 9 p.m.
Found all well, except for an accident to Paul. He
has suffered a severe cut on the head while diving
at the bathing pool. Nothing serious is feared as
the result however.		I am genuinely glad and
truly thankful to be home again. The return jour-
ney with its enforced sitting still has been bene-
ficial; and tonight I feel better than I have felt
at any time since I left home.
	May16:	Busy since my return in office affairs.
Today I went to Bingham by early train, and returned
at night.	The day was spent on the ground in con-
troversy in pending condemnation suits at the in-
stance of the Rio Grande Western Railway. I was
in company with Messrs Lyttleton Price and V. P.
Strange.		Yesterday I consulted Dr. Wilcox
as to my physical condition. He concurs in the
recommendation that I seek surgical relief, as indeed
indeed he has before urged; but he recommends a
temporary postponement.

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									 1908.
	May 18: To Bingham by morning train, return at
night; accompanied by Paul.
	May 22: To Bingham by morning train, return at
night, accompanied by attorneys and expert examiners.
	May 23: To Bingham and return, accompanied by
photographer, and by Paul and Karl.
	May 24: Sunday: To Ogden and return.  Attended
District Sunday School Convention. Delivered addres-
ses at general assembly and in Theology department.
	May 26:	By train to Sigurd, Sevier County. Was
there met by Judge Chidester and others of the direc-
tors of the Jumbo Plaster and Cement Company, and
with them went horseback to the lands owned by the
company easterly from Sigurd, in the Sevier Valley.
Work hindered by inclement weather. From Sigurd to
Richfield by automobile; took quarters at Southern
Hotel.
	May 27: Drove to the lands under examination;
returned to hotel quarters at Richfield.
	May 28: Returned home.
	May 30: Memorial Day.  With wife and children went
to cemetery and planted flowers on the grave of our
baby-daughter, Zella.
	May 31: Sunday: Attended Sunday School Conventtion
in city. Gave addresses in general assembly and in
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1908.
	June 6. Office work since last entry; this day
spent at valley smelters investigating present con-
ditions of crops with reference to possible injury
from smelter emanations.	Daughter Lucile having
attained her eighth year was baptized today at the
Tabernacle font.
	June 7: Sunday; At the afternoon Fast-meeting of the
27th ward Lucile was confirmed a member of the Church
of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.	I officated
in the ordination.
	June 8:	Left home for the field; proceeded to
Helper and put up for the night at the station hotel.
	June 9:	In company with Robert Forrester and
Edward Jones, officials of the Utah Fuel Company, pro-
ceeded to Sunnyside. Mark Hopkins joined us at night
he having driven in from Mounds. Afternoon spent in
office work.. The purpose of our coming is to meet
here a witness who has been commanded by court process
to appear and show us what he claims to exist in the
matter of coal occurrence. The witness, however, has
failed to appear. Spent the night at the Utah Fuel
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1908.
	June 10: Party spent day in the field.
	June 11: After early morning field work party
drove to Mounds, and there took train to Grand
Junction, Colorado. Arrived about 6.30 p.m.; took
rooms at the St. Regis hotel.
	June 12: Proceeded by special conveyance across
Grand River to the Gunnison River; examined the
Dakotah exposures along the Gunnison. Returned
to Grand Junction and took afternoon train to
Mack; thence by Uinta Railway to Dragon. Put up
at the station hotel.
	June 13: Day spent at the Gilson Asphaltum
Company's mines at Dragon.
	June 14: Sunday: This day marks the 20th an-
niversary of the marriage of wife and self.
Took stage early and proceeded to Verv<n>al.Party
separated as to lodgings; I had room at the
Cottage Hotel.
	June 15: Party proceeded with John McAndrews
as driver to Steinecker Draw, and spent day in
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1908.
	June 16; Examination of formations in Ashley
Gorge and vicinity. Returned to Vernal at night.
	June 17: By stage to Kennedy. Afternoon field
examinations.
	June 18: From Kennedy to "Bar K" Ranch; spent night
at the ranch E. S. Gurr of the Kennedy station was
our guide.
	June 19: Long and arduous day in the field.
Reached the White River (Ignacio) stationof the
stage route about 9 p.m. Horses and men tired out;
both glad to get any kind of provender and resting
place. 
	June 20: By private conveyance to Dragon. Tookk
rooms at Company Hotel at Dragon (strictly speaking
Dragon Junction).
	June 21: Sunday: By Uinta Railway to Mack;
thence by main R. G. W. line to Salt Lake City. Arrived
within a few minutes of midnight. With the exception
of Maia who is temporally indisposed all at home were
well. 
	June 22, 23, 24: Office and consultation work.
	June 25, 26, 27: With J. Fewson Smith Jr. in
the field west from the valley smelters.						

	June 28: Sunday; Address at morning prayer meeting;
and at forenoon S.S. conference of S. L. Stake in taber-
clenacle.

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								1908
June 30: Yesterday and today spent in smelter
area.
	July 3: Examination of clay deposits near
the city--in the vicinity of Dry Canyon. Evening
spent with family at Wandamere.
	July 4: Independence Day; spent with family.
	July 5: Sunday: Fast day; attended usual meetings.
	July 6: Smelter area examination at the instance
of the Yampa company, in vicinity of Bingham canyon.
Returned home by evening train.
	July 11: Went to Provo by evening train to see
father; his health has been declining of late. He
was in better condition than I had been led to ex-
pect. Spent night at Oly<m>pia   House.
	July 12: Sunday: Spent greater part of day at
the home. Returned by evening train.
	July 15: Wife and children, except Paul who is
working, went to Brighton to escape the heat of the
city. I left by morning train for Mount Pleasant,
where we took wagon for Miller Flat to examine
alleged coal lands.  Party includes Hopkins,  Jones,
and self at instance of John H. Seeley. 

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									     1908.
	July 16: Owing to break-down we reached the
appointed camping place at Miller Flat shortly afte
after midnight. Found Robert Forrester who had
come from Schofield.   Party left camp before 7
a.m. and spent day on the ground in question; we
traveled horseback.
	July 17: Forr<e>ster returned to Scofield; the
rest of us drove to Mount Pleasant and returned
thence by train.	Telephone message from wife
gives me satisfaction. All are well and seeming-
ly enjoying themselves.
	July 19: Sunday: Usual meetings.
	July 20: Sterling returned from Brighton to
resume work; and Paul is preparing to visit the
folks tomorrow.
	July 24: Pioneer Day. Went by stage to
Brighton arriving in early evening. Found the
folks to be well and happy.
	July 25: Spent with folks.
	July 26: Sunday; Attended service at noon
at the cottage home of Apostle Heber J. Grant.
Elder W. W. Riter and I administered the sacra-
ment, and Elder Riter, Apostle Grant, and I were
the speakers. I returned home by night stage. 
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					1908.
August 2. - Sunday. Left by
Los Angeles Limited train, for
Montclair, New Jersey. I go to meet
an appointment made by the
First Presidency of the Church,
to represent the church in an 
address at Montclair, August 9th.
August 4. Arrived at Chicago.
Put up at Great Northern Hotel.
Papers announce that yesterday was
the hottest day known here since
the summer of 1901 and that
today is scarcely less torrid.
Numerous prostrations and several
fatalities from heat are reported.
To my agreeable surprise I suffer
scarcely at all from the heat. The
parties with whom I had hoped 
to do business in connection
with our Museum are all away.
I plan to go forward tomorrow
morning. Spent the evening in
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				  1908.
August 5. Left by morning
train, via Lake Shore and New
York Central.
August 6. Arrived in New York,
4 p.m., in midst of a drenching
rain storm. Took up quarters
at Park Avenue Hotel.
August 7. Elder Ben E. Rich,
newly-appointed president of the
Eastern States Mission to succeed
Elder McQuarrie spent the evening
with me at the hotel.
August 9. Sunday: This is the day
to meet the requirement [-]for which
I have come from home. Proceeded
by early train via Lackawanna
Ry to Montclair N. J. Reported
at Unity Church as per appoint-
ment.  At this church a course
of addresses has been arranged
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August 9. – Sunday. (continued). The
course comprises addresses on the
oriental religions – Zoroastrianism,
Buddhism, Shintoism, etc., – and
on three phases of Christianity, one
of which three is represented by
so-called "Mormonism." I have
come by appointment to represent
"Mormonism."
	Arriving at Unity Church I learned
that I would be expected to conduct
the whole service selecting and
announcing hymns from the Unity
Church hymn - book; selecting,
announcing, and leading in the
responsive scriptural readings;
leading in a printed prayer;
delivering the address of the day:
and pronouncing the benediction.
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						1908.
August 9. - Sunday; (continued)
I found hymns, responsive readings,
and printed prayer to be good, and
wholly acceptable, and therefore led
the congregation as the rules required.
My address was on the subject chosen
by the promoters of the "Parliament
of Religions"  by which name the
course of addresses is known; and
my subject was "The Message
of Mormonism to the World of
today." Had the selection of a 
subject been left to me alone,
I could have made no better choice.
A heavy rain storm had set in
early and continued during the
whole session, and until after
1 o'clock. Nevertheless, the members
of the committee-in-charge tell me
that the congregation was even
larger than usual. 
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						1908.
	August 9. Sunday; (continued)
I have never had, I could never have
a more attentive audience. After
the close of the services the con-
gregation flocked about me. The
people say the message of "Mor-
monism" is welcome. The congre-
gation was ultra-fashionable as to
caste. Montclair is a town of
beautiful homes and rich estates.
Many monied men who do business in
New York live here. No factory
whistle or industrial call is
allowed here. Among those who
came to greet me personally after
the address were four of our
missionary elders stationed at
Newark, N.J. I was entertained
for dinner at the home of Mr. William
Dix. He took me on a drive
through the beautiful streets of
Montclair, and put me down at the
station, whence I returned by train
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							1908.
	August 9. Sunday: (comtinued).
I returned to New York hoping to
be able to meet our people in their
evening service, but found that no
evening meeting is held tonight either
here or in Brooklyn.
August 10. Day spent in business
and visiting. Arranged all matters
for departure tomorrow.
August 11. By appointment recieved
morning call from the newly-installed
president of the Eastern States mission,
heretofore president of the Southern
States Mission <Elder Ben E. Rich.> I learn some rather
astounding facts as to the inadequacy
of missionary service in this mission 
the mission that comprises the metropolis
of the nation; the mission that embraces
the region famous as the site of the
early history of the Church. Thus:
For the New England States north
of the State of New York, all told
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						1908.
August 11: (continued). In the city of
New York there are but four (4)
regularly assigned elders. In the city
of Brooklyn there are but three (3).
In the New York conference there
are nine (9) elders; in Maryland
there are four (4). All told there
are about (65) sixty-five elders in
the whole Eastern States Mission.
A great many of these elders are
mere boys, young, inexperienced,
and incapable except by miraculous
aid of reaching the refined and
thinking people of the metropolitan
cities.
	My personal belief is that at
least a thousand experienced elders
should be called to this field.
I left by 12.50 p.m. train, via
New York Central and Lake Shore
lines, for Chicago.		      (
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						   1908.
	August 12. Arrived in Chicago,
early afternoon. Took quarters at
Great Northern hotel. Letter from home
(i.e. Brighton, where wife and children
are staying) dated August 8", brings
pleasing word that all are well.
Letter from George in Provo brings
similar good tidings.
Arrived in the midst of a
heavy rain storm; the Weather
Bureau states that this rain is
the heaviest of any one storm since
1885. My appearance in Chicago
seems to be timed to coincide with
phenomenal occurrences. In May
last I was here during the heaviest
down-pour of the year; last week
I arrived during the record heat-
wave's passage, and now I come during
a phenomenally heavy rain storm.
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					   1908.
	August 13. Day spent in
business and sight-seeing evening
at the theatre. As to pleasure
in general — this trip, thus far,
has been the most restful, and
generally the most pleasurable,
I have ever experienced, many as
are the eastern trips I have made.
I dreaded the journey owing to the reports
of intense heat and excessive
humidity in Chicago and New York.
True, I have not been insensible to the
heat. I have seen men and
women fall, overcome by the heat;
I have seen horses drop in their
tracks; yet I cannot say that
I have really suffered. I have tried
to be prudent in diet and general
requiem. and I have found myself
well, every mile of the journey,
every minute of the time. Today I
feel as one who has had a long
and restful vacation. 	       (
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					1908.
	August 14. Day busily
spent. Visits to museums etc.
Had Dr. Samuel J. Russell to
dine with me. Dr. Russell
attended me with professional
skill and brotherly kindness while
I was ill in Chicago during my
last trip east in May last.
Left Chicago by Los Angeles Limited
at 10 p.m.
August 16. Sunday. Arrived at
Salt Lake City, train belated at
8.30 p.m. At the house I
learned that Paul and Sterling
were in town. Latest word
from wife and children at
Brighton is to the effect
that all are well.
August 17: Busy day in the
office, attending to accumulated
business requirements. (
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					1908.
August 19. Reported to First
Presidency the fulfilment of
the mission assigned me.
August 20. The people at
Montclair, N.J. have been
kind enough to send me
clippings from papers con-
taining notices of my recent
address. The principal ones
thus far received are from
Newark Evening News of Aug 10,
and from Montclair Times of
Saturday August 15. The last
named account is reproduced
in this evening's issue of the
Deseret News, and I append
hereto the "News" article with
reprint. 
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<DESERET> NING NEWS THURSDAY AUGUST 20 1908

[left column]
	PARLIAMENT
			OF RELIGIONS
		—————
Dr. J. E. Talmage Returns from
  Delivering Address Before Rep-
     resentatives of All Sects.
		—————
THE MESSAGE OF MORMONISM
		—————
Takes as His Theme the Betterment
  Of Humanity With Reason and
      Persuasion as the Weapons.

	In accordance with plans matured
last year, a parliament of religions has
been organized under the auspices of
Unity church, Montclair, N. J. Pro-
vision was made for addresses on the
several ancient religions of the orient,
and on three phases of the religions
professing Christianity. Under a title
expressing the message of the particu-
lar religious organization to the world
today, addresses have been arranged
for by specialists on Zoroastrianism,
Confucianism, Buddhism, Shintoism,
etc., and on "Liberal Christianity,"
"Evangelical Christrianity," and Mor-
monism.
	The officers of the parliament re-
quested the first presidency to send a
representative to Montclair, N. J., to
address the organization on "The Mes-
sage of Mormonism to the World of
Today." The first presidency request-
ed Dr. J. E. Talmage to undertake
the appointment. Dr. Talmage de-
livered his address on Sunday, Aug.
9, and has returned home within the
last few days.
	He reports a most cordial reception
both as to himself and the message
he went to deliver. The treatment ac-
corded the address by papers in Mont-
clair, Newark, and New York was fair
and liberal.
 	The following report appeared in the
Montclair Times of Saturday last,
Aug. 15:
	Dr. James E. Talmage of Salt Lake
City, formerly Deseret professor of
geology in Utah university, spoke on
"The Message of Mormonism to the
World of Today" at the sixth session
of the parliament of religions in Unity
church last Sunday morning. Owing
to the exodus from the town at this
season of the year, the audience that
heard Prof. Talmage was not as large
as those that attended the previous
sessions of the parliament, but those
who were present heard a very scholar-
ly and interesting address by a man
well qualified to speak on the subject.
	Dr. Talmage said the subject had
been well chosen inasmuch as Mormon-
ism affirms itself to be a message–a
message of glad tidings to the modern
world. Its proclamation is that of invi-
tation; its weapons are reason and per-
suasion; its watchword is the free
agency of man; its purpose, the better-
ment of humanity.
	"The true name of the church," Dr.
Talmage said, "is the Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints."
	The adjective Mormon has been giv-
en by non-adherents, and is explained
by the title under which a volume of
purported scripture, dealing with the
aboriginal people of the western con-
tinent was published early in the his-
tory of the Church. This is the Book
of Mormon. The misnomer is not re-
sented by the people, though the mis-
understanding it entails is deplored."
	"Why," said the speaker, "we may
as well speak of the Church as of Alma
or of Nephi; of Joseph Smith or of
Brigham Young as of Mormon."

    DISTINCTLY CHRISTIAN DOC-
			TRINE.

	The Church is distinctly Christian in
doctrine and profession, according to
Dr. Talmage. It accepts the Holy Trin-
ity, and the life, death and resurrection
of Jesus Christ as literal facts.
  	Mormonism proclaims that the God
of the past is the God of the present;
that the Jehovah of ancient Israel
speaks today; that His prophets live;
that His voice is heard. Mormonism
revers the scriptures of the long ago,
but holds that present and continuous
revelation is a necessary guide to life.
Mormonism professes to be an up-to-
date religion adapting itself to the
needs of the modern world. Yet its
principles are as old as creation; its
works new as the daily wonders of
creation.
	Mormonism affirms a direct and in-
timate relationship between Deity and
humanity; that man is the spiritual
offspring of God, and that by all
known laws of nature, the child may
aspire to and may ultimately attain the
rank of its progenitor. Thus, mankind
are born in the lineage of the Gods.
Let every man know himself heir to the
possibilities of endless progression–a
god in embryo.
	"Mormonism," the speaker said, "de-
clares a pre-existent state of the soul–
a primeval childhood antedating this
mortal probation of youth–an eternity
of the past linked by mortality to the
endless eternities of the future."

	AMERICA LAND OF ZION.

	Mormonism affirms on the authority
of revelation from heaven that Ameri-
ca is the land of the predicted Zion–a
land sacred to liberty–a land whereon
no king shall arbitrarily rule. It is a
land getting ready for the day when
the King of Kings shall come to His
own.
	Mormonism avers that the second ad-
vent of the Christ is near at hand. It
regards all the events of history as
graded steps in the march of time to-

[right column]
wards the great consummation. Its
message is: God speaks today; His
prophets live; the holy priesthood is
upon the earth, active and operative in
the work of salvation for the human
soul, the fruition of the ages is ready
for the garnering; the return of Jesus,
the Christ is near.

           A GOSPEL OF OPTIMISM.

	Mormonism embraces the entire
plan of divine evolution; it proclaims
the course of the soul as ever onward
and upward. It is the gospel of op-
timism teaching that man may rise on
the stepping stones of errors past to
higher and yet higher things. Mor-
monism is opposed to the distinctive
heaven and hell, and holds that be-
yond the grave there is a state of in-
finite gradation, wherein every soul
should find the place and meet the as-
sociates most suited to its condition.
	The creed of Mormonism enjoins tol-
eration of all beliefs. While recog-
nizing the validity of eartly authority
in matters secular, it defends the ab-
solute freedom of the human mind. 

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THE MONTCLAIR TIMES, AUGUST 15, 1908

FOR BETTERMENT OF HUMANITY
			_______
MESSAGE OF MORMONISM ELU-
   CIDATED BL ELDER TALMAGE.
			_______
Scholarly Address at Parliament of
	Religions in Unity Church-Mor-
	mons' Weapons Are Reason and
	Persuasion, Declares Speaker.

	Dr. James E. Talmage, of Salt
Lake City, Deseret professor of geol-
ogy in Utah University, spoke on
"The Message of Mormonism to the
World of To-day" at the sixth ses-
sion of the Parliament of Religions
in Unity Church last Sunday morn-
ing. Owing to the exodus from the
town at this season of the year, the
audience that heard Professor Tal-
madge was not as large as those
that attended the previous sessions
of the parliament, but those who
were present heard a very scholarly
and interesting address by a man
wetll qualified to speak on the sub-
ject.
	Dr. Talmage said the subject had
been well chosen inasmuch as "Mor-
monism" affirms itself to be a mes-
sage-a message of glad tidings to
the modern world. Its proclamation
is that of	unitation; its weapons
are reasons and persuasion; its
watchword is the free agency of
man; its purpose, the betterment of
humanity.
	"The true name of the church,"
Dr. Talmage said, is "the Church
of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints."
	The adjective "Mormon" has been
given by non-adherents, and is ex-
plained by the title under which a
volume of purported scripture, deal-
ing with the aboriginal people of
the western continent was published
early in the history of the church.
This is the Book of Mormon. The
misnomer is not resented by the peo-
ple, though the misunderstanding it
entails is deplored."
	"Why," said the speaker, "we may
as well speak of the Church as 	of
Alma or of Nephi; of Joseph Smith
or of Brigham Young as of Mormon."
	Distinctly Christian Doctrine.
  	The church is distinctly Christian
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in doctrine and profession, according
to Dr. Talmage. It accepts the
Holy Trinity, and the life, death and
resurrection of Jesus Christ as literal
facts.
	"Mormonism" proclaims that the
God of the past is the God of the
present; that the Jehovah of an-
cient Israel speaks to-day; that His
prophets live; that His voice is
heard.	"Mormonism" revers the
scriptures of the long ago, but holds
that present and continuous revela-
tion is a necessary guide to life.
"Mormonism" professes to be an
up-to-date religion, adapting itself to
the needs of the modern world. Yet
its principles are as old as creation;
its works new as the daily wonders
of creation.
	"Mormonism" affirms a direct and
intimate relationship between Diety
and humanity; that man is the
spiritual offspring of God, and that
by all known laws of nature, the
child may aspire to and may ulti-
mately attain the rank of its pro-
genitor, Thus, mankind are born
in the lineage of the Gods. Let
every man know himself heir to the
possibilities of endless progression
—a god in embryo.
	"Mormonism," the speaker said,
"declares a pre-existent state of the
soul—a primeval childhood antedat-
ing this mortal probation of youth—
an eternity of the past linked by
mortality to the endless eternities of
the future."
		America Land of Zion.
	"Mormonism" affirms on the au-
thority of revelation from heaven
that America is the land of the pre-
dicted Zion—a land sacred to liberty
—a land whereon no king shall ar-
bitrarily rule. It is a land getting
ready for the day when the King
of Kings shall come to His own.
	"Mormonism"	avers that the
second advent of the Christ is near
at hand. It regards all the events
of history as graded steps in the
march of time towards the great
consummation. Its message is: God
speaks to-day; His prophets live; the
holy priesthood is upon the earth,
active and operative in the work of
salvation for the human soul, the
fruition of the ages is ready for the
garnering; the return of Jesus, the <([--]4)>
Christ is near.

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THE MONTCLAIR HERALD. AUGUST 13, 1908.

	MORMONISM.
Explained by Prof. J. E. Talmage at
	Unity Church.

	Unity Church was comfortably filled
on Sunday morning, when Prof. James
E. Talmage, of Salt Lake City, Utah,
spoke on the subject: "The Message
of Mormonism to the World of To-
day." It was one of the addresses in
the Parliament of Religions series.
	Prof. Talmage gave an exposition
of the beliefs of the sect, commonly
known as Mormons, that has caused
so much opposition from the followers
of orthodox Christianity, but, in one
respect at least, it was disappointing
to the majority of his hearers. Prof.
Talmage said nothing of polygamy or
plural marriages.
	The nearest approach he came to the
subject of polygamy was in a state-
ment that the Church of Jesus Christ
of Latter Day Saints taught the belief
that man and woman alike were equal-
ly responsible to God for their actions,
but that woman was the weaker and
inferior.  He said the church taught
that it was the man's duty to protect
woman by his stronger personality.
The Mormon Church, he added, be-
lieved that all human contracts, social
or governmental, were for this life only,
and were ended with death. Marriage,
however, he asserted, was a divine
contract and was entered into for all
eternity. For that reason, the speaker
declared, the Mormon Church did not
admit the legality of any divorce.
	The term "Mormonism," Prof. Tal-
mage said, was a misnomer that had
no real meaning more than the terms,
"Church of Joseph Smith" and "Church of
Brigham Young. The former,
however, he declared, had been so long
in use that now the followers of the
faith accepted it themselves. The
true name of the church, the speaker
asserted, as "The Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter Day Saints.'
	"Mormon was one of the translators
of the Book of Mormon," the Professor
continued, "which the followers of the
faith believe supplements the Bible.
We believe in one universal God, Jesus
Christ his son, and the Holy Ghost.
We believe that the Bible, as far as

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properly translated, to be the inspired
words of God, but we believe that the
Book of Mormon, describing the two
lost tribes of Israel in America, is
also inspired. We believe that God
still speaks to men; that there are still
prophets and apostles on earth, and
that God did not cease his work of in-
spiration with the resurrection of
Christ and the death of his direct apos-
tles.
	"We believe, and our church teaches,
that our souls appeared in other forms
before entering our bodies. We do not
believe in an orthodox heaven or hell,
but think each soul must create its own
destiny, which will be a higher or lower
one than the present existence ac-
cording to the manner of living during
this life.
	"The message of Mormonism to the
world to-day affirms the infinite power
of man to grow, to progress eternally.
The liberal acceptance of any other
belief in regard to God is stagnation.
If we assert that God's message is
ended, there would be no advancement;
progress would be a sealed book, for-
ever closed. The Mormon Church
teaches that God Himself progresses;
that as man now is, so God once was;
that as God now is, so may man be-
come. Mortal man may advance to
Godship if he will. The Mormon
Church teaches the fall of man, but
also teaches that no one but Adam is
to be punished for Adam's sin; that
this span of human life is a represen-
tation of the future."
	Among the epigrams given by the
lecturer were the following:
	"Be not content with being good.
Be good for something." "A man that
never failed does not know the sweet
taste of success." "No church can
carry a soul to heaven. Man's work
alone can do that." "The dictates of
conscience are the best guides to hea-
venly, as well as earthly bliss."
	The speaker at next week's session
of the Parliament of Religions will be
Professor Muhammed Barrekatullah
Maulavie, of India, who will talk on
"The Esoteric Teaching of the Sutees."

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								1908.
August 21: To Park City by early train, thence
to Brighton by mail stage. Arrived about 2 p.m.
Found children well and Maia just recovering from
a long seige of distressing headache. Spent after
part of the day with family.
August 22: Day spent with family in excursions
to the hills. Engaged horses and took wife and
children to Lake Mary and elsewhere.
August 23: Sunday: Attended Sunday School
held at the cottage home of Major Richard W.
Young, our own Stake President, beginning at 12
noon. By President's Young's request I con-
ducted the lesson part of the service, and took
as my subject "Forgiveness".	With Brother
Young administered to his son Clark after the
service.
August 24: Under guidance of Brother James H.
Moyle, wife and I set out early on horseback to
visit Mountain Lake mining property. We took an
irregular course, with many steep ascents and
descents, crossed the range summit and reached
the Steamboat tunnel on the Snake Creek side of
the divide. Spent the afternoon oin hthe mine.
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									1908.
August 24, continued:
I have known sincefirst I made her acquaintance
that Maia was a good horse-woman; but I have never <before>
seen her nor any other woman make such a ride as
Maia made today.	She rode up ascents so steep
that I had to caution her to wait lest the horse
ahead of her's should slip and fall back.		She
is a brave little woman and a skilful rider.
August 25:	Day spent in preparations for the
return to the Salt Lake City home.		A short
horseback ride in the early evening was the only
indulgence of a vacation nature.
August 26:	Karl started early with the baggage
wagon.	Wife and children accompanied me on Park
City stage at 1 p.m.		At Park City we took train
and arrived at the house, now a home, 970 First
Avenue, Salt Lake City, about 6 p.m. Happy to
be home again, and so say all.	 Paul was in
town; Sterling is working in the Utah Copper Co.'s
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										1908.
	August 30: Sunday: At the morning prayer meet-
ing Apostle George Albert Smith and I wereth the
speakers.
	September 1: Deleivered lecture at the evening
meeting in the 16th Ward, Salt Lake Stake under
the auspices of the 5th quorum of elders.
	Sept. 6: Sunday: Fast day: Atetended usual meet-
ings. At the afternoon fast meeting in 27th Ward
I took part in ordinance work--blessing children
and confirming the recentlty baptized; and was one
of several speakers.
	September 7: Labor Day; --a legal holiday in
Utah. Pleased to receive visit from Dr. Samuel
Russell of Chicago, who rendered me such good ser-
during my illness in Chicago last May.
	September.9; Bingham and return.
	September 10: Garfield and return.
	Septemllber 12: Bingham and return.
	Sept. 13: Sunday: Addressed High Priests'
quorum during forenoon. Durinfg afternoon attended
S.S.Union meeting of Ensign Stake and delivered
addresses in department session and general gather-
ing. Was the speaker at the ecvening meeting in 27th
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								   1908.
	September 16:	 Delivered evening lecture under
Sunday School auspices in the 18th Ward; subject;
The divinity of Joseph Smith's mission.
	Sept. 18: At the smelters with Labrum. Return-
ed in evening and found letter from Albert saying
that Father was worse and requested to see me. I
left by night train. Had long interview with Father
at Provo; spent the night at the Robert's house.
	Sept. 19: Interview with Father, Sister Sadie,
Sister Mary and her husband. Arranged property mat-
ters according to Father's wish in case of his de-
mise, which event he believes to be near. We all
rejoice that he has receovered from a disaffection
toward some of the folks, and that he heartily de-
sirous of arranging matters as he thinks Mother
would wish. We hope for the best in the matter of
his recovery. I returned home by night train.
	Sept. 20: Sunday: Ensign stake conference. At
the afternoon session in the tabernacle Stake Pres-
ident R. W. Young, myself, and Apostle John Henry
Smith were the speakers, in the order named.
	September 21: I am forty-six years old today.

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	Sept. 22:  Learning that Father is no better I
went to Provo by evening train; found him some-
what weaker than when last I saw him. Slept at th
the Roberts hotel.
	Sept. 23: Father is somewhat improved today. I
returned home by evening train.
	Sept. 25: Again to Provo; found Father about
same as when I left him. Spent night at the
Roberts house.
	Sept. 26: Returned by evening train, leaving
Father somewhat better.
	Sept. 27: Sunday. This day is observed as fast-
day in the city stakes owing to appointment for
semi-annual conference next Sunday.  During fore-
noon I attended 27th Ward Sunday-school; delivered
short addresses in combined theological and parents'
departments, and in the general school. Attended
afternoon fast meeting in our ward and was one of
many speakers.  In evening wife and I attended
song service at 21st Ward meetingC-house.
	Sept. 29: Wife's birthday; she is forty years
old today.  Though we feel young in spirit we are
growing old in years together.

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						                        1908.
	October 4: Sunday: Opening of the 79th semi-
annual conference of the Church. Large attendance
at the meetings. Eveing conference of the Sunday
School Union; Elders David O. McKay and H. H. Rolapp
and myself were the appointed speakers.
	October 5: Conference continued; for the first
time in many recurring conferences I am free to
attend most of the meetings. General Priesthood
meeting at night; Sterling, Paul, and I attended.
At 5 p.m. memorial services were held in the city
cemetary at the grave of our dear Brother Maeser,
the occasion being the dedication odf a granite
monument erected by his students to his memory. His
successor in the principalship of the school he
conducted so long--Elder George H. Brimhall, deliv-
ered the address; Sister Zina Y. W. Card delivered a
short eulogy; Elder Reed Smoot offered the prayer;
and I responded by request in behalf of the family in <in>
in an expression of thanks.
	October 6: Close of conference. The session has
been a memorable one. One of the chief topics of
counsel and instruction has been that of temperance,
involving the stand taken by the Church on the
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                                                                       1908.
and the general observance of the Word of Wisdom.
Conference season has been a notable one, and the
influx of visitors to the city has been unusually
large--owing to the fact that at the same period
there were held in the city the great Eisteddfod or
Welsh musical festival, and the annual State Fair.
	October 7: Attended forenoon assembly of the
officers of the Church in the special priesthood
meeting incident to the general conference.
October 9: Attended evening meeting in the rooms
of the Commercial Club, the occasion being that of
organizing a Utah branch of the American Mining
Congress. The meeting elected a board of directors
of the local branch, of which board I was made a
member.
	October 11: Wife and I went to Provo by morning
train. Found Father better than when I last saw him.
By previous appointment I addressed the Sunday after-
noon servi assembly in tabernacle. I returned
home by evening train, leaving wife to visit the folks
with expectation of returning tomorrow,

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									1908.
	October 20:  Went to Eureka by early train;
took room at Hatfield house.	Afternoon spent
in Iron Blossom mine.
	Oct. 21: Examination of Black Jack and Iron
Blossom.
	October 23. Yesterday and today in the mines,
Sioux, Colorado, and Uncle Sam. Returned home by
evening train.
	Oct. 28: Bingham and return.
	October 31: Saturday:	Last night received tel-
ephone message from George that Father was some-
what weaker, but that the physician stated there
was no immediate danger, and no pressing need of
my presence. Yesterday a card from George stated
the doctor's decision that Father was then, i.e.
Thursday, better than he had been during the en-
tire summer. Last night's message reached me too
late for the evening train.  Shortly before mid-
night I telephoned, and learned that Father was
no worse than at the time of the earlier message;
I promised to take first train this morning for
Provo.  About 4 a.m. I was called to the 'phone,
and learned from George that Father had died at
3.45 a.m. Mountain Time.	Went to Provo by
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                                                           1908.
early train. While we have been conscious of the
fact that Father could not live long the close of
his life was not expected at this time. Indeed
Dr. Robinson had declared that he might live for
many months. He has been practically confined
to his room for four months past. The end came
so quietly that Albert and George were unable to
determine the exact moment of the departure. He
has been free from pain for weeks past except oc-
casional discomfort of short duration. The im-
mediate cause of death was heart weakness com-
plicated with nephritis.
	Father had been aware of his serious con-
dition and had repeatedly expressed a wish to
depart. He realized that he was physically un-
able to accomplish anything further in worldly
effort, and had anxiously awaited the end. Albert
and his wife as also George habve been in constant
attendance, and when I talked with Father last
he spoke of their kind and tender treatment as
beyond his power to describe.
	We referred the matter of the funeral to the
Bishop of the ward, and he appointed tomorrow as
the day for the services. After making all	(
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arrangements possible I returned to Salt Lake
by night train to arrange with the family to at-
tend. I telegraphed the word to Aunt Bessie
(Mrs. Elizabeth Robinson) in San Fransisco--the
sole surviving member of Father's generation. She
left Utah for her home only a few weeks ago after
a long visit, and felt that she had seen her
brother for the last time in mortality.
	November 1: Sunday: With wife and sons I re-
turned to Provo. The remains were viewed by
friends at the family home between 12 and 2 o'clock
and at 2.30 the services were begoun under the direc-
tion of Bishop Manwaring in the Fifth Ward chapel.
The proceedings were impressive. Music was furn-
ished by the juvenile choir and the male quartet;
and the speakers wereElders Joseph B. Keeler (pres-
ident of the stake), John E. Booth (president of the
High Priests' quorum to which Father belonged), Har-
vey H. Cluff, Moroni Pratt, and Bishop Manwaring.
The interment awas made in the family lot in the city
cemetery. Father was laid to rest between Mother
and Susa. Appointments for the funeral were as
nearly as possible similar to those of the last rites
over our beloved Mother. And thus we have been  (
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								  1908.
called to lay away both of our earthly parents within
a few months over two years. Father and Sister have
been consigned to earth within seven and a half
months.
	Wife and I spent the night at Sister Hannah Hun-
ter's home; the sons returned by night train to
Salt Lake City.	  Aunt Bessie was represented at the
obsequies by her eldest daughter-- Cousin Florence
(Mrs. Charles Hill) and all Father's living children
were in attendance excepting John, of whose where-
abouts we have long been ignorant.
	November 2: Spent day with brothers arranging
affairs. Wife and I returned home at night.
	Nov. 3: Election day. Went to Eureka after vot-
ing; took room at Hatfield house as usual. Report of
election returns indicate a sweeping Republican vic-
tory locally and throughout the country. We may
rejoice in the rube rebuke administered at the
polls to the misnamed "American" party, whose pro-
fessed reason for existence is the waging of war
against the Church.
	November 5; Yesterday and today devoted to mine
work; returned home by evening train.
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.				   1908.
	November 8: Sunday: Delivered address at the
morning prayer meeting in the Temple. In the evening
Dr. Samuel H. Allen and I addressesd the assembly in
the 27th Ward on Parents' Class work in the Sunday
Schools.
	November 15: Sunday: Delivered addresses at the
morning prayer meeting, at the 27th Ward Sunday
School during the forenoon and at the Pioneer Stake
Sunday School Union during the afternoon.
	November 21: In court in connection with coal
land cases last two days; today I went to Tooele and
in company with C. R. McBride of that place made pre-
liminary inspection of certain water sources in Pine
Canyon. Returned by evening train.
	November 22: Sunday: Attended usual meetings. At
night by prior appointment I addresses the assembly
in the Ninth Ward.
	November 26: Thanksgiving Day; spent at home
with family and invited relatives.
	December 13: In court every week day since last
entry. This evening I delivered an address at the
regular meeting in the Third Ward.
	December 15: Delivered short address at the regu-
lar weekly meeting of the Improvement Associations
in the 27th Ward.							   (
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                                                                    1908.
December 18:   Wentb to Eureka be evening train;
took room at Hatfield House.
	Dec. 19: Forenoon spent in Iron Blossom mine
returned home by evening train.
	Dec. 20: Sunday: This sabbath is set apart
by proclamation of the Governor of the State
and by the Church authorities as "Peace Sunday",
the special observance to consist of addresses
on  peace among the nations.  This also is the 
day of the regular quarterly stake conference
of the Ensign Stake.   I attended morning
prayer meeting in Temple;  forenoon session of 
the conference; afternoon session of the same
at which President Jacob Schurman of Cornell
University was the speaker; and evening meeting
in the 18th Ward at which Elder Wm. Spry (the
governor-elect) and I were the speakers.  At
the evening meeting the subjects spoken on were
"Peace" and "Duties of citizenship".
	Dec. 22: On the witness stand in connection
with the coal land cases yesterday and today.
This day marks the closing of testimony in the
case, unless further cross-examination or evi-
dence in rebuttal be introduced. 			(
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									1908.
	December 25: Christmas Day: Spent quietly
with the folks. Had expected George, Albert,
and Sara from Provo, but word received late last
night is to the effect that George is slightly
ill, and the visit had to be abandoned.
	December 27: Sunday: Delivered addresses
at the morning prayer meeting; at the Salt Lake
Stake Sunday School Union meeting during the
afternoon with Elders Felt and Wallace of the
General Sunday School Board.
	Dec. 29: Went to Eureka by evening train;
room at the Hatfield House.
	Dec. 30: In the mines during forenoon;
home by afternoon train.
	December 31: Close of another year; spent
the last three hours of the year with our family
at the 27th Ward meeting house, in connection
with exercises appropriate to the occasion. The
year has been an eventful one; its last week is
marked by one of the greatest eartquake disas-
ters on record. On the 28th a seismixc dis-
turbance occurred on or near the coast of Sicily
and the reports of loss of life and destruction
of property are terrible.				    (
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							    1908.
Dec. 31, (continued).
	It is reported that the cities of Messina,
Reggio, and others are in ruins, and the latest
estimates place the probable number of lives
lost as more than 250,000 and possibly 300,000.
A movement to collect money in aid of the surviv-
ors was promptly started in Utah; and the tele-
graph tells of similar action throughout the
country.	The President of the nation has acted
with a promptitude and liberality befitting the
American people.
	1908 has been a year of change and sad events
in our family.	Within less than eight months of
each other Susa and Father have been laid in their
graves. We try to find consolation in the thought
that a power greater than that of man can over-
rule all events for good.
	May the year just dawning find us ready for
its responsibilities.


		Salt Lake City, Utah
				   December 31, 1908.
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XII

                Personal Journal
           
               James E. Talmage
 		1909, 1910, 1911.
             






                                           Volume 12
                                           1909-1911

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Journal		

		    for
 1909, 1910, 1911. ——

	   Journal
		 1909.

	 James E. Talmage
		 Salt Lake City
 		                 Utah.

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1909.

January
" 1. New Year's day. Spent at home
with family and visiting rel-
atives. Albert and wife and
George came up from Provo
and spent the holiday with
us
" 3. Sunday. This being the monthly
Fast-day the usual service
at the tabernacle was sup-
planted by the service for
visiting tourists. According
to prior appointment I
delivered the address.
" 4. Attended by request the
weekly meeting of the
Western Association of the
Adult Blind, and made a
brief address. The meeting
was held in the reading
room for the blind at
the Packard Public Library.
" 5. Went to Park City by early
train in company with Solon
Spirs, manager of the

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See Jan. 16".

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Silver King Consolidated
Mining Company, and La-
fayette Burton, the company's
engineer. We took rooms
at Park City Hotel. Afternoon
and part of the night spent
in the mines of the Silver
King Coalition Co. Our work
is that of investigation
in connection with pending
law-suits.
Jan. 7. Yesterday and today spent
in the mine; returned home
by evening train.
" 8. Delivered lecture during the
evening in our ward,-the
27th Ward. The subject was
"Earthquakes and Volcanoes",
and this was illustrated by
stereoptican views. The
recent disaster in southern
Italy and Sicily directs pop-
ular attention to seismic
phenomena. An admission
fee was charged, the proceeds
going to the benefit of the

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Improvement Association of the <5>
ward, under whose auspices
the lecture was arranged. A
well-filled house marked the
occasion.
Jan. 10. Sunday. Attended forenoon
session of the High Priests'
quorum of the Ensign Stake,
and was one of several speakers.
Then attended special meeting
of the Stake Presidency, High
Council, and High Priests of
the Stake. Both meetings were
held in Whitney Hall, 18th Ward.
At the afternoon service in
the tabernacle Dr. Fuller (a
visiting temperance lecturer)
and Apostle Heber J. Grant
were the speakers, the subject
of the addresses being "Pro-
hibition." At the evening
meeting in 27th Ward, Elder
Jos. Summerhays spoke on
"Religion Classes" and I spoke
on "Prohibition" as per
appointment.

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Jan. 11. Evening priesthood meeting in
the 27th Ward. This marks
the imagination of regular
courses of study for the
quorums of priesthood through-
out the Church.
" 14. Attended evening session of the
Good Roads Convention. The pro-
ceedings this evening consisted
of a lecture by the government
Director of Public Roads, L. W. Page.
" 15. Attended evening gathering under
the auspices of the Western
Assocation for of the Adult Blind.
The meeting was held in the
hall of the Federated Order
of Eagles, and was presided over
by the Governor of Utah —
Gov. Spry. An exhibit of the
work of the blind was
followed by a program of
musical exercises addresses,
recitations etc. Then followed
extempore addresses by
visiting members of the
legislature and others. I

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was one of several speakers. <
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Jan. 11. (Omission) Attended annual
meeting of the Society for the
aid of the Sightless, held at
my office during the forenoon.	
The officers heretofore serving
were re-elected. They are as
follows!

	Board of Trustees
James E. Talmage, Prest.
George Albert Smith, Vice-Prest.
George M. Cannon, Treas.
Edward H. Anderson
Nephi L. Morris
Thomas Hull
Sara Whalen Talmage, Secy.

							SOCIETY FOR THE AID OF
								 THE SIGHTLESS
							  (INCORPORATED)
							 207 SHARON BUILDING
						 SALT LAKE CITY,	-	UTAH

Jan. 16. The "Deseret Evening News" of this
date contains a report of my
address at the tabernacle on
Jan. 3rd. The published address
fellows.

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<DESE-ET EVENING NEWS SATURDAY JANUARY 16 1909>

			What Mormonism Stands For.

An Address by DR. JAMES E. TALMAGE, at the Special
	Tourist Service in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City.
				January 3, 1909.
		    (Reported by F.W. Otterstrom.)

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AS YOU have learned from the 
announcement made, this serv-
ice is in a way exceptional
among the services of the 
Church. On the afternoon of every
Sabbath, except the first Sabbath of
the month, a service is held in this
building, under the direct presidency of 
the general authorities of the Church:
but one of the peculiar institutions in 
the Church is that known as the Fast
day observance. The first Sunday of
each month is set apart and observed
as a Fast day among the people, the 
counsel being that on that day they
shall fast in accordance with the doc-
trine of olden and of modern times
that fasting is beneficial to the physical
organism and, particularly, to the spir-
itial man. It is also asked of the peo-
ple that they will give, on this day, at
least that which they would have con-
sumed had they not fasted; and, wheth-
er they fast or not, that they will give 
at least that much, and as much more
as they can, to be distributed among 
the worthy poor. Among the char-
acteristic features of the Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, or
of the gospel represented by that
Church, is the principle of true benevo-
lence.
	The creed called Mormonism, the gos-
pel of Jesus Christ, teaches that to be 
acceptable before God we must be true
to our fellow men. It teaches the sanc-
tity of the apostolic declaration of old, 
that it is impossible for a man to
love God, whom he does not see, if he 
loves not his fellow man whom he does
see. It teaches, further, that man may
hope in vain for an answer to his
prayers if these prayers come up be-
fore the throne of grace mingled with
the cry of the suffering and the wail
of the destitute and of the hungry.
Mormonism is pre-eminently a practic-
al religion; it entails upon its adher-
ents duties that seemingly are of tem-
poral import, requiring them to pray
not only in words but in deeds; and this 
institution of a day of fasting, and the
system established amongst this people
for the collection and distribution of the 
fast-day offerings, constitute but one
feature in the great scheme of benevo-
lence and charity operated within the 
Church. 

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	WORK OF RELIEF SOCIETIES.

	There are organizations within the 
Church especially devoted to benevolent
work; one, which is confined to the 
women of the Church, is known as the 
Relief society, an organization having 
for its purpose the relief of distress.
The devoted sisters who labor in con-
nection with that organization meet at
regular intervals to plan their work, 
and then go forth to carry those plans 
into effect, comprising the gathering
of supplies, the soliciting and obtaining
of means from the members of the
Church. Besides this, a part of their
duty consists in their ever readiness to 
visit the homes of the distressed, to 
go into those households where sick-
ness has made its appearance, to com-
fort those who are called to mourn,
when the hand of death has made it-
self seen and felt in the family circle.
This work they carry on from year to
year, realizing that it is a duty, and 
knowing that it is a pleasure, for it 
brings with it the satisfaction of hav-
ing done good.

	   MISSIONARY SYSTEM.

	Aside from these institutions, the 
benevolent work of the Church is car-
ried on, upon a stupendous scale, in
the great missionary system. Thousands
of young and middle-aged men are now
in the missionary field, whither they 
have gone without hire, without expec-
tation of pecuniary reward. They have
been called, some from the plow, some
from the carpenter's bench, some from 
the counter in the mercantile establish-
ment, and from all walks and vocations 
in life, to go out and serve their time 
as heralds of the gospel, carrying the 
message of this gospel unto the people
of the world; and as they travel without
remuneration, so they offer what they
have to give without money and with-
out price. They go in the spirit of 
persuasion not seeking to compel, inter-
fering in no sense with the cherished
belief of others, except as they may
show them, perhaps, something better
than they have, and inviting them to
come and partake, as they themselves
have partaken of the spirit of truth.

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GOSPEL OF BENEVOLENCE
  I say that the gospel of Jesus Christ 
is the gospel of benevolence, the gos-
pel of brotherly ministration, the gos-
pel of universal love.	No gospel, no
religious system can permanently flour-
ish, be it other than this.	It is char-
acteristic of the world today that the 
spirit of benevolence is manifesting
itself in ways and by means never be-
fore witnessed. Call to mind, you 
students of history, what you have read
and learned of the glories of  ancient
Greece and Rome.	The Roman and 
the Greek have gone, though today half
our learning by their epitaph. They 
accomplished wonders. We marvel as
we stand under the shades of the great
structures they erected; and yet,
amongst their buildings, did you ever
hear of a public hospital? Did you ever 
learn of any general system of relief
being established amongst them? The
spirit of selfishness ruled. Altruism and
the love of fellows had scarcely been
felt. This was a new doctrine. Even
the Christ, when He came, had to con-
tend against the traditions of old. His
chosen people, Israel, had been living
under the law of retaliation—an eye for 
an eye and a tooth for a tooth; see that
you are not imposed upon; get all you
can and keep it.	He had to teach a
different doctrine.	Oh, how strange it
seemed, and how those who listened to
His words marveled when He taught
the doctrine that man should love not
only his friends but his enemies, that
he should seek to do them good, and
should minister unto those who, per-
haps, were not kindly disposed to-
ward him. 
	The gospel taught by the Christ
in olden time is the gospel which this
Church is offering today. It is the
same gospel.	We have been told that 

there is naught that is new under the
sun; and, in respect to truth, doubtless
it is so.	As we sometimes sing, in one
of the hymns of the Church:

	"What was witnessed in the heavens?
	Why, an angel, earthward bound.
Had he something with him bringing?
	Yes—the gospel—joyful sound!
			*	*	*
	"Had we not before the gospel?
	Yes—had several taught by men.
Then what is this latter gospel?
	'Tis the first one come again."

	There is nothing new in the system of
truth proclaimed by this people, except 
the natural development and advance-
ment of principles that have been long
known and that have been declared of 
old. The gospel of Christ is not only
the gospel of benevolence; it is also the
gospel of toleration.	It teaches that, 
if one would lay claim to the blessings
that have been promised for obedience
and compliance with the laws and or-
dinances of the gospel, there must be
sincerity and wholeheartedness in that
obedience and compliance, and, further-
more, that every man shall receive the
natural and the just results and de-
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serts of his acts. Mormonism does not
proclaim a single heaven and a single 
hell, to the one of the other of which
every soul shall be confined, perhaps
upon the evidence of a very narrow <9>
margin of good or ill. Mormonism
declares that every one of us shall find
his place in the hereafter, according to
his nature and his fitness. It declares
a system of graded	glories in the
heaven of our Father—mansions, to 
which the Christ referred, prepared for
all; and every one shall find his place.
Mormonism declares that every man
who is sincere and earnest and who is
true, shall find his place amongst the 
earnest and the true, after he has
passed beyond that vale which sep-
arates time from the eternities that are
to follow.		It, therefore, enjoins upon
us the toleration of other beliefs and 
other creeds. One of the articles of 
the faith, is this:

	LIBERTY OF CONSCIENCE.

	"We claim the privilege of worshiping
Almighty God according to the dictates 
of our own conscience, and allow all 
men the same privilege; let them wor-
ship how, where or what they may."
	We do not believe in that freedom 
to worship God exemplified in the zeal
of the Pilgrim fathers. They came to
this land that they might worship God
according to the dictates of their own
consciences, they said, and then de-
creed punishment unto the man who 
worshiped otherwise in the land they 
had made their own. If it be so that
we have anything better to offer you
than that which you have, it is offered
freely, and your religion is sacred in
our eyes, as it is in your own. We 
seek not to deprive you of that freedom
and that liberty of conscience to wor-
ship as you will. We do not wish to 
take from you that which is good.
Religious intolerance is the curse of the 
world. We are told that when the
truth has been revealed, the truth shall 
make us free. Do you remember how
offended some of the early Jews be-
came because Jesus of Nazareth prom-
ised them that great boon: Come un-
to me, said He, and I will teach you
the truth, and the truth shall make
you free. They spurned Him and
scorned Him, and they said: We be
free; we be Abraham's children, and
never have been in bondage to any
man, and how durst thou say thou wilt
make us free? They boasted of their
freedom, boasted of their liberty, when
even then they were under the hand 
of a foreign power; even then, their
most sacred institutions were gov-
erned and controlled by a nation they
regarded as heathen; and yet they pro-
claimed their freedom.
	My friends, how many of us are free?
We claim to be citizens, free citizens in
this land of the free, this home of the 
free and the brave; and so we are, if 
we have made good our claim.    But, 
no man is free until he has learned to 
apply in his life the principles of truth 
that will lift him above the bondage
of error, the tyranny of sin.

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CHURCH AND KINGDOM NOT
                    IDENTICAL.
	We believe the Church of Christ is
not identical with the kingdom of
God. We believe that the Church will
ever be smaller than the kingdom. We
look forward to the day when that
kingdom shall be verily established in
the earth, and when Jesus Himself
shall reign in person. We expect that;
and when that kingdom is established,
we believe there shall be guaranteed
unto every man his rights, and he shall
be protected in the freedom of his con-
science, and he may live in happiness,
and he may progress just as far and
as fast as he submits himself unto the
righteous rule of that kingdom. I can-
not believe that Christ will be less tol-
erant, when He reigns in person, than
are some of the monarchs that occupy
the thrones of the world, than are the
heads of existing nations. I believe
He will give unto us liberty and right,
and yet He will require submission
unto that which is right, or the natural
consequences of our ill-doing shall be
visited upon us. This Church preaches
the doctrine of the inviolable relation
between cause and effect. It does not
believe in chance. It does not pro-
claim caprice, even on the part of the
Eternal Father Himself. We believe
that He operates by law and in accord-
ance with the principles of justice and
of right. We regard this life of ours
as but one stage and one incident in
the great plan of progression that has
been provided for the sons and daugh-
ters of God–a link, if you please,
connecting the eternities that are
to come. Mormonism proclaims that
man is higher and greater than a thing
of earth, that man did not originate
on this earth, and does not belong here,
expect for the stage of his mortal life.
It proclaims a pre-existent state, dur-
ing which your spirits and mine lived
as intelligent entities, as individual be-
ings, and that we knew the importance
of the change that was to come into
our existence, when we came from that
home, the home of our primeval child-
hood, unto this earth, to take upon our-
selves bodies, that we may receive that
necessary and indispensable training
which the trials and possibilities of
mortality alone could give. We came
here willingly for the purpose of fitting
and preparing ourselves for something
yet higher and grander beyond.
	We regard death as quite as much
an element of importance in the scheme
of our father, for the progression and
advancement of his children as his 
birth. We believe, even as Hugo, the
great French writer, has said, that
we must have lived a life before we
came here, for we have brought with
us half-forgotten memories of that by-
gone time, and sometimes, when all is
peace within our souls, we may hear
the echoes of the songs we used to sing
and faintly call to mind some of the
incidents with which we were familiar
in that condition of primeval exist-
ence.

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            MAN THE CHILD OF GOD
	
	We proclaim that man is the child of
God, literally, so that the spirit of man
is the spiritual offspring of Deity.
This is a doctrine and a gospel of
progress. I doubt if you will find any
religious system more completely com-
mitted to the doctrine of eternal prog-
ress than is that system which is 
known as Mormonism. Why, it pro-
claims that there is no end to the ad-
vancement of the soul of man, that as
long as he will comply with rules and
laws of progression, he will progress.
It goes so far as to say that the law
of each after his kind applies to spirit-
ual existence as well as to the lower
orders of creation; and if that means
anything, it means this, carried to its
logical conclusion, that if we be the
sons and daughters of God, we have
inherited from Him the powers and
capacities of advancement, even such
as to make it possible for man to at-
tain the rank and the sanctity of god-
ship. How many eternities shall pass
before man shall have trodden beneath
his feet at all the weaknesses of his na-
ture I can not tell; but within him
there is that power of infinite advance-
ment. He is the child of God, and it is
within his power to follow in the foot-
steps of his celestial parents and to
reach the rank and station occupied by
those who have trodden that path be-
fore. The Mormon Church has been
charged with heresy because of the
plainness of its declarations, but heresy
of belief is perhaps less injurious than
many people have supposed. This
Church has gone so far as to put in
epigram form its declaration of belief
in this regard, and it says, "As man
now is, God once was, and as God
now is, man may become."
	Evolution is regarded as a doctrine
characteristic of the advanced thought
of the day, but I know not of any more
comprehensive evolutionary tenet than
that. We believe that the system that
our Father has established and the
plan that he has laid for the advance-
ment of his children, is unlimited in
its possibilites; that we are going on,
and that this family to which we be-
long, the human family, is the family
of God. We believe that if a man be 
made to feel and know that he be the
child of God it will be an incentive to
right doing, and it will make him
ashamed of acts that are unfitting one
of such noble pedigree. Teach a man
that he is the offspring of a brute,
teach a man that he is going to die
like a beast, and the tendency will
be to live like a brute. Let him feel
that he has within him the power to
rise and he will seek for that which is
good, and learn to love that which is
true. We do well to be tolerant of one
another, for we are all children of the
same Father. We can alienate our-
selves from Him so He will disown us,
as he has sworn He will do, if we
positively and continually refuse to
abide by that which is good, and if
we seek after that which is evil. But
I have not lost faith in my Father's
children, I have not lost faith in the
family to which I belong. I believe that
the human family is destined to pro-
gress, to advance and to go from one
stage to another, higher and higher,
ever extending its influence for good.

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	MORMON MATERIALISTIC.

	You will say that the gospel called
Mormonism is materialistic, grossly so,
some have said. We admit it. A relig-
ion that has to do only with theory
and dogma can have but little immedi-
ate effect upon us in this life. I would
rather see a man pray by his deeds
that the poor may be relieved, than to
see him spend his life worrying over
the intricacies of the doctrine of ori-
ginal sin. I would rather see him go
forth and accomplish something in the
Father's service than spend his time
in wordy prayer. Prayer, my friends,
is made of stuff more durable than
words, and we should interpret that
scripture, that we should "pray with-
out ceasing," to mean that we should
forever be working out deeds as pray-
ers for good. We believe in asking the
Lord to answer our prayers and then
doing all we possibly can to bring
about that answer. I remember once
being a guest at a house far from
home. The father called the members
of the family about him for family
prayer in the morning, and he prayed
every earnestly. He prayed that the
widows and the fatherless might be
looked after, that the hungry might be
fed, and that the cold might be clothed.
He was known among his fellows as
one who was well to do, who had many
of this world's goods, a very substan-
tial citizen. When his prayer was fin-
ished, his boy made a remark that has
lived in my memory; said he, "Father
if I had as much as you have got,
I would answer that prayer myself."
And do you know I was sacrilegious
enough to believe that that boy's pray-
er would have as much effect as his
father's prayer, because with that
wish and with that honest heart I be-
lieve he would go out and try to an-
swer it according to the means with-
in his power. Yes, we can answer many
of those prayers ourselves if we will
but try, and make the world better
for our being here. Prayer is absolutely
essential to the advancement of the
human soul, but, I repeat, it is not
made of words. The words we utter in
prayer should be but the index to the
volume of the prayer within our soul.
	If we consult the index of a well
arranged volume and then turn to the
page indicated, we expect to find there
the treatment of the topic noted in the
index; and so it should be with every
one of us, my friends; as we pray,
let our words be true indices to the
soul and the prayer that should be
within the soul, and see that our deeds
follow out and make complete and
vital the words that we utter.
	Well, we are so tolerant as to say
that every man, whether he professes
belief in one creed or another, shall
receive of his Father the just results
of his acts. We attribute great im-
portance and responsibility to the man
who wilfully ignores the truth when it
comes to him. We believe that that is
unmanly, that is unworthy of a son of 
God. If man be content to live in his
darkness and seek not the light, he
brings himself under condemnation.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-
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ed, in their simplicity, according to the
highest and best knowledge that has
come unto them, if they have been true
to what they thought to be best, they
shall come forth in the resurrection
ahead of those who have professed
knowledge beyond all that those poor
benighted ones have dreamed of, and
have been untrue to that knowledge.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-
day Saints does not say; All you who
belong to this church are going to
heaven, and the rest of you are going
to hell. It says unto its adherents:
Your membership in this Church en-
tails upon you greater responsibility
than would rest upon you had you not
professed that membership. See that
you live up to it, because that pro-
fession shall serve to condemn and not
to save, if you be untrue thereto. So
says the Church to all the world:
Mere profession shall save none, but
sincerity in doing that which we know
to be right and being ever ready to
receive additional light and truth,
shall save us, if we will but follow in
the path indicated.
	My friends, may the peace of God,
which passeth all understanding, fill
our hearts, may we be led to welcome
the truth wherever we find it, may we
love that which is exalting and en-
nobling, and do unto our fellows as
we would have them do unto us. May
we guard sacredly our right to wor-
ship God according to the dictates of
our own conscience and safeguard
every other man that same right, let
him worship how, where or what he
may,—still trying to show him the
best and to lead him on as we pass on
ourselves, is my prayer, in the name
of the Lord Jesus, amen.

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12
Special Service FOR TOURISTS 
			  AND VISITORS

				Salt Lake
				Tabernacle
[image of organ in tabernacle]
			BY DIRECTION OF
			THE FIRST PRESI-
			DENCY OF THE CHURCH
			OF JESUS CHRIST OF
			LATTER-DAY SAINTS


				Sunday,
			January 3, 1909
			     at 3:00 p.m.

J.J. McCLELLAN, Tabernacle Organist,
			
			Program
1 Largo		-		-		-	Handel
  { a To A Wild Rose		-	MacDowell
2{b Prayer	-		-		    Massenet
  {c Old Melody	-	-	Arr. by Performer
3 Pilgrims' Chorus from "Tannhaueser" - Wagner
4 Address on Mormonism	DR. JAMES E. TALMAGE
5 Selection	-	-		-		-		-

VISITORS ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO CALL AT
THE BUREAU OF INFORMATION NEAR THE SOUTH GATES

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[The following paragraph is labeled "Jan. 17." in left margin]
Sunday: Address at mornig prayer
meeting in Temple. Attended usual
meetings.
[The following paragraph is labeled " " 18." in left margin]
Attended annual meeting of the
State Historical Society, of which
organization I have been a director
during the last year. At today's
meeting I was elected president
of the Society for the ensuing
year. Attended evening
meeting of the priesthood
of Ensign Stake, and by call
of the presidency of the stake
I addressed the meeting on
"Responsibilities of Priesthood."
Accepted appointment as instructor
in the meetings of the High
Priests of the 27th. Ward. These
meetings for study are to be
held on certain Monday evenings
of each month. Elder John
Woodmansee of the High Council
is my associate in the work
of instruction.
[The following is written sideways in left margin next to above paragraph]
See next page.
[The following paragraph is labeled " " 19." in left margin]
Regular meeting of the Deseret
Sunday School Union Board.

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[The following is written sideways next to newspaper clippings]
"Intermountain Republican"
Tuesday, January 19, 1909.
[The following is written above newspaper clippings]
"Deseret Evening
News". January 19, 1909.
[The following newspaper clippings appear]
[Column 1]
HISTORICAL SOCIETY
	ELECTS NEW OFFICERS

Books and Collections May
	Be Placed in the Utah
		University.

	The twelfth annual meeting of the
State Historiall society was held yes-
terday afternoon in the counting room
of the Deseret National Bank. The
recommendation of Governor William
Spry, asking for a room to be fitted up
for the collections on books of the so-
ciety at the University of Utah, was
discussed and officers for the ensuing
year were elected.
	The new officers are:	President,
James E. Talmage; vice president, Ma-
thonihah Thomas; recording secretary,
T. R. Letcher; corresponding secretary,
Isac Russell; executive committee mem-
bers until 1912, W. M. McCarty, Byron
Cummings, Levi E. Young; until 1911,
Ruth M. Fox, W. M. Roylance, W. A.
Lee; until 1910, Spencer Clawson, John
Parry, Moses Thatcher.

[Column 2]
HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETS.

Election of Officers for the Year With
	James E. Talmage President.

	The Utah Historical society held its
twelfth annual meeting in the count-
ing room of the Deesret National bank
yesterday afternoon. Hon. John T.
Caine, presided over the meeting. A
new set of officers was elected to serve
during the year and the recommenda-
tion of Governor Spry, asking that a
room be fitted up for the collection of
books of the society at the University
of Utah came up for favorable dis-
cussion. The new officers are: Presi-
dent, James E. Talmage; vice presi-
dent, Mathonihah Thomas; recording
secretary, J. R. Letcher; corresponding
secretary, Isaac Russell; executive
committee members until 1912, W. M.
McCarty, Byron Cummings, Levi
Young,; those serving until 1911, are
Ruth M. Fox, W. M. Roylance, W. A.
Lee; until 1910, Spencer Clawson, John
Parry, Moses Thatcher.

[Resume original text]
[The following paragraph is labeled "Jan. 23." in left margin]
Attended evening meeting of the
Utah Archeological Society, at
which the officers of the Utah
State Historical Society were
guests. The meeting was held
at the residence of W. W.
Riter. Program included ad-
dresses by Prof. Jno. M. Mills on
Mexican antiquities, and by
Jerrold R. Letcher, Secretary of
the Historical Society on
the work of the Society; also

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musical renditions. Then, by
request I made a short im-
promptu address.
Jan. 24 Sunday. By appointment
attended eveing service
in Second Ward, and delivered
an address on "Parent and
Child" under the auspices
of the Parents' Class  organiza-
tion of Liberty Stake. Pleasant
social gathering at the home
of Bishop Heber Iverson after
the meeting.
Jan 25. Ward priesthood meeting at night.
Elder John Woodmansee and I
assumed charge of the High
Priests' Class as per our recent
appointment. Elder Scott W.
Anderson was made Secretary of 
the class.
" 26 Deseret Sunday School Union
Board meeting.
" 27 Meeting of Executive Committee
of Utah Branch of the
American Mining Congress,
of which committee I am a member.

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Jan.29. Attended funeral services
of Sister Rachel Grant
during forenoon in 27th
Ward; and funeral services
of Brother John Nicholson
during the afternoon in
18th Ward.
" 31. Sunday. Wife and I went
to Ogden by morning train.
I attended Second Ward Sunday
School during forenoon,
and addressed assembly in
tabernacle during the
afternoon as per appointment
previously accepted. Had en-
joyable visit with cousin
May Rawlinson Scoville and
family. Returned home by
night train.
Feb. 1. High Priest's class at night.
" 2. Sunday School Board meeting.
" 5. Went to Ogden by evening
train and delivered lecture
on "Earthquakes and Volcanoes"
at Weber Academy, for the
benefit of the Reading library

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fund. Stereopticon operated by
Wm Forsberg of the University
of Utah. I spent the night
at the home of Bro. David Eccles.
Feb. 6. Returned by morning train.
Telephone message from Ogden
this evening conveys word
that last night's lecture
was a gratifying financial
success. No admission fee
had been prescribed, but
voluntary contributions of
books or cash had been
asked. I am informed
that a large number of
valuable books were presented
and that over $180 in cash
has been received over
and above expenses.
Feb. 7. Sunday. Delivered address
at morning prayer meeting
in temple. Wife and I
attended forenoon fast
meeting in temple, and after-
ward attended funeral services
over the remains of Brother

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Charles R. Savage. Services
were held in the Assembly
Hall, beginning at noon.
Specially prepared music
was rendered. The speakers,
in the order of their ad -
dresses were: Bishop Geo.
Romney of the 20th Ward,
myself, Presiding - Bishop
C. W. Nibley, Elder Joseph E.
Taylor, Prest. John R. Winder,
and Apostle Hyrum M. Smith.
The several tributes to Bro.
Savage's unselfish devotion
to the good of others were
well deserved. He was a
man who carried sunshine
in his soul. Attended the
interment in City Cemetery.
	At night Wife and I
attended regular service
in 28th Ward, at which I
delivered the address. The
subject was "Ask and ye
shall receive." This was
a lecture in the course

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begun under the auspices
of the University Sunday
School, on the general subject
"Jesus the Christ."
Feb.8. High Priests' class in connection
with Ward priesthood meeting
tonight.
" 9. D.S.S. Union Board meeting.
" 10. Went to Eureka by evening
train. Train delayed by snow
drifts. Arrived about 11 p.m. Took
room at Hatfield house.
" 11. Severe storm. Morning ride to
Iron Blossom, Colorado and Beck
Tunnel mines. After inspection
of certain new workings, I
returned home by afternoon
train.
" 12. Lincoln day, – just made a
legal holiday in Utah by
action of legislature now
in session. Spent day with
family.
" 14. Sunday. Forenoon meeting of
High Priests' Quorum of Ensign
Stake. By call of presidency

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I delivered short address on
the methods to be followed 
in the Ward classes.
Feb. 15. Stake Priesthood Meeting
instead of ward gatherings.
" 16. D. S. S. Union Board meeting.
" 19. Morning session, Executive Committee
Mining Assn. Delivered an
evening lecture on "Earthquakes
and Volcanoes", illustrated, in
the Tenth Ward, under
auspices of the Ward 
authorities, proceeds to go
to the Ward building fund.
" 21. Sunday. Attended meeting of
Utah Health League committee,
i.e. the committee appointed
to draft constitution and
by-laws for the proposed
League as a permanent
organization. Meeting was
held in my office. It appeared
to be expedient if not
necessary to hold the
meeting today owing to the
urgency of certain matters

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requiring consideration during
the current session of the
legislature, and in view of
the difficulty of getting the
committee together at another
time
Feb 22. Washington's birthday- a legal
holiday. As usual the
annual reunion of the
27th Ward was held today.
Wife and I attended the
afternoon dinner and
entertainment.
"23 Sunday School Board meeting.
Evening function at Odeow Hall 
- reception and ball tendered
by Judge Wm H. King to the 
governor the legislators,
and invited guests.
" 24 Evening session of Utah
Health League committee,
held at my office.
Feb. 28. Utah Health League committee
meeting at my office
Mar. 1 Ward Priesthood Meeting at
night.

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[left column]
[written text over printed text]
Herald 3/3/09

[printed text]
HEALTH LEAGUE
	IS ORGANIZED

Aggressive Branch of National
  Movement Is Successfully
	Launched in Utah.

TO FOSTER LOCAL CLUBS

AND PROMOTE LEGISLATION TO
	PROTECT THE PUBLIC.

	The organization of the Utah Health
League was perfected at a meeting held
in the lecture room of the Packard lib-
rary last night. Judge W. H. King who
was to have presided over the destinies
of the league was unable to be present
on account of sickness and Dr. J. E. Tal-
mage filled the vacancy very capably.
	The constitution and by-laws were
adopted and nine directors, who are
given power to choose their officers and
conduct the entire affairs of the league:
W. H. King, J. E. Talmage, John Dern,
Heber J. Grant, M. S. Browning of Og-
den, C. S. Tingey, F. E. Clark of Logan,
Senator J. A. Hyde of Nephi and Mrs. N.
A. Empey of Salt Lake.
	The constitution provides that the dues
for members shall be $2 initiation fee and
$2 annual contribution. The object of the
league shall be the promotion of the pub-
lic health. It shall study the sanitary
questions and needs of the state, shall
assist in securing the enactment and en-
forcement of suitable laws for the pro-
vention of disease, and shall further the
dissemination of information relative to
the public health. It shall aid in the
movement to establish a national bureau
of health and shall encourage and foster
local health organizations as branches of
the parent league throughout the state.
	A local league may be organized in any
city, town or precinct of the state by
five or more contributing members by
adopting a constitution and by-laws not
inconsistent with the constitution and by-
laws of the parent league.
	Arguments in favor of laws providing
for health and the prevention of disease
were delivered by members of the league
last night.
	The following laws were endorsed and
their adoption by the legislature urged
by the league: Expectoration law, licens-
ing and regulation of dairies, tuberculin
testing of dairy cows, regulation for the
prevention of blindness, law to prevent
the sale of impure ice.
	Rev. E. I. Goshen was the first speaker.
He brought forward statistics to show
what had been accomplished for public
health in the past few centuries. He
showed that the death rate in Panama
in 1887 under the French was 100 in the
thousand, and under American govern-
ment it was only 33 per thousand. Mr.
Goshen condemned the sloppy and un-
sanitary condition of the streets during
four or five months of the year; and also
condemned the habit of expectoration in
the streets of the city.

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	Dr. F. E. Jones spoke generally along
the lines on which the league had been
organized. He siad that legislators were
more concerned about the protection of
animals than their own and their neigh-
bors' families. He contended that the
state of Utah should employ the entire
time of one man to look after the health
of the state. He held that the public
health was of more importance than the
flocks and herds in the state. He urged
the prohibition of tuberculous milk. He
spoke for a more sanitary condition in
cow barns and cow yards. He said that
contaminated water should be prohibited
–water from the ditches and shallow
wells.
	Dr. William C. Ebaugh, who is at the
head of the department of chemistry, was
the last speaker and read a most prac-
tical paper on the relation of chemistry
to public health, laying special emphasis
on water supply, and its preservation
from impurities and contamination.

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Mar 2 Evening meeting at Public
Library. The Health League 
was duly organized and a 
board of directors elected.
See accompanying clippings.
" 3 Telephone message from Provo
conveyed word of the sudden 
death of wife's sister - Hannah
Booth Hunter. Sister Hannah
has been ailing for years, but 
her sudden demise is a
sad surprise. Wife left
for Provo by afternoon train.
" 5. Went to American Fork by
morning train, thence to Alpine.
In company with wife and
her sister Maggie and family
returned to American Fork
and attended funeral services
of Sister Hannah. By request
I was one of the speakers.
Returned home by evening
train, leaving Maia to returntomorrow.
" 6 Wife returned home.
		———

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Mar. 7 Sunday. Usual meetings. Was
engaged until a late hour
visiting and administering
to the sick.
" 8. Ward Priesthood meeting; con-
ducted usual class exercises
in the High Priests' division.
" 9. Health League directors met
today in my office and
organized the board, with
result shown on accompanying
clipping.

[The following is from an attached newspaper clipping]

OFFICERS ELECTED BY
	UTAH HEALTH LEAGUE

	The Utah Health league, which met
some days ago and perfected a
temporary organization, held a meeting
in the office of Dr. J. E. Talmage, in
the Sharon block, Tuesday afternoon,
and elected officers for the ensuing
year. Nine directors drew lots, with
the following results.
	Dr. J. E. Talmage, W. H. King and
J. A. Hyde drew three-year terms; C.
S. Tingey, Heber J. Grant and Mrs. C.
H. McMahon, two-year terms; John
Dern, M.S. Browning of Ogden and R.
F.A. Clark of Logan, one-year terms.
	The directors then elected officers, as
follows: Dr. J. E. Talmage, president;
Dr. F. A. Clark, vice-president; Mrs.
C. H. McMahon, secretary and treas-
urer.
	An executive committee also was
named, comprising the president, secre-
tary and C.S. Tingey. At a meeting to
be called at an early date the subject
of impure milk will be gone into.

[written text resumed]
" 12. Attended funeral of Sister Luck,
an aged sister, the mother
of Helena Luck who has been
for some time a servant

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.
						

in our home. Services were con-
ducted mostly in German;
I was one of the few who
spoke in English.
March 14. Sunday. Usual morning
meeting; followed by forenoon
session of High Priests'
quorum. At the evening
service in 27th Ward, I was
the speaker.
" 15. Stake Priesthood Meeting held
in 18th Ward during the evening.
The program comprised addresses
by Elder Price representing the
elders' classes in the quorum
courses of study; by Elder Murdock
representing the Seventies and
by myself representing the High
Priests.
" 17. Attended funeral services
over the remains of Elder
Moses Davis, a High Priest
belonging to my quorum
and class. Bro. Davis died
Sunday last at a ripe old
age. Services were held

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at the family residence
in 27th Ward. The speakers
comprised a member of
aged brethren who knew
the deceased in early life,
also the Bishop of the
Ward and myself.
	————
March 25. 
	During the week last
past I have been confined
to the house, and for
the greater part of the
time to my bed. I have
been stricken down with a
severe attack of throat
trouble, which developed
into quinzey with mixed
infection. Dr. Chas. F. Wilcox
has attended me, and I
have had the administra-
tions of the elders. For a
time diptheria was
feared, and bacteriological
examinations were kept
up until the negative

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had been proved. The surgeon's
knife was used on the
throat twice. Am able
to leave the house now
though as far as work
is concerned I am good
for but little.
Mar. 28 Sunday. Observed as Fast-
day in the city stake
owing to general conference
falling on Sunday next.
" 29. Ward priesthood meeting.
I attended the High Priests'
class, though unable to
conduct the exercises as
I am still forbidden to
talk much. My colleague, 
Elder John Woodmausee
took charge.
"30. Attended funeral of Sister
Rebecca Doolan held in
27th Ward, and by special 
request of the family spoke
for a short time. Elder Aveson
and Sister Emmeline B. Wells
were the other speakers.

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Apr. 4. Sunday. Opening day of
the 79th Annual Conference
of the Church. A very large
attendance. During the
forenoon services both
Tabernacle and Assembly
Hall were filled, and
during the afternoon, in
addition to the two con-
gregations a large open-
air meeting was held
on the tabernacle grounds.
General Sunday School
conference in the Tabernacle
at night; this was marked
by the largest attendance
of record at such a meeting.
" 5.	Conference continued. At
night the general priest-
hood meeting was held,
and again a record
attendance was reported.
I attended all meetings.
" 6.	Conference closed at 1 p.m.
The morning session was
prolonged, and the usual

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afternoon meeting was dis-
pensed with. During the
evening wife and I attended
a dinner and general
entertainment at the
Social Hall, under the
auspices of the Genealogical
Society, in honor of the 
descendants of the
six original members
of the Church. The Social
Hall has been renovated
and restored to its old-
time uses – that of a 
gathering place on
festive and social occasions.
Apr. 7. Attended the special priest-
hood meeting - reserved
for Church officers. The
meeting was held in the
Assembly Hall, during
the forenoon.
" 10	Attended meetings of the
Utah Academy of Sciences
last night and today, at
the Public Library.

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April 11 Sunday. Morning prayer
	meeting in Temple. I was
	one of several speakers, on
	the departure of our president,
	Apostle Geo. Albert Smith,
	who leaves for California
	in the hope of recuperating
	his health. After the
	meeting several of us went
	to the home of Elder Geo.
	C. Lambert and administered
	to his daughter, Zina.
	Then attended High Priests' 
	meeting in 18th Ward and
	followed Elder Franklin S.
	Richards in an address on
	the significance of Easter.
" 12. Conducted High Priests
	class at the Ward priesthood
	meeting in evening.
" 13. At the evening meeting
	of Y. M. M. I. A. in our
	ward I delivered a
	lecture on "The first
	Eastertide."

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Apr. 16. Attended annual banquet 
of the Utah Society of 
Engineers, held at Commercial 
Club. I was one of several 
to respond to toasts. 
"17 Wife has been ailing for 
several days — suffering from 
weakness and distressing 
headaches. We reverently 
acknowledge the Divine 
blessing; she was relieved 
through administrations of 
the priesthood, when all 
usual remedies were ineffective. 
"18 Sunday. At morning prayer 
meeting in the Temple, Elders 
Jos. Nelson & Geo C. Lambert and 
I were the speakers. Then 
attended 27th Ward Sunday School, 
and made brief addresses before 
Parents' class and the assembled 
school. Took part in setting 
apart the newly chosen super- 
intendency. In the afternoon 
Elder Harold Reynolds and I at-
tended Pioneer Stake S.S. Union;

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I addressed the Theological 
Dept.; and both Elder Reynolds 
and I spoke briefly in the 
general assembly. 
April 19.   Afternoon address before the 
Womens' League; subject: "Objects 
of the Utah Health League. 
Stake priesthood meeting at 
night. 
"  25. Sunday. Went to Ogden by 
morning train. Attended Sunday 
School in 4th Ward, Ogden 
Stake; addressed Parents' Class 
and the assembled school. 
Attended afternoon S.S. Union 
meeting of Ogden Stake; 
addressed Theological Dept. 
and general assembly. Wife 
accompanied me to Ogden 
together with Lucile & Helen. 
Lucile and I returned by 
evening train; the others 
remained to visit relatives. 
" 26. Ward priesthood meeting at 
night. As usual I conducted 
High Priests' class.

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April 27. 	Evening meeting of Utah 					

Health League; - Directors' 
meeting at 7 and public 
meeting at 8 o'clock; both 
held at Public Library. 
" 28. To Eureka by early train. 
Took room at Bullion Beck 
Apartment House. Afternoon 
spent in Iron Blossom mine. 
" 29. Morning inspection of 
Beck Tunnel mine. Returned 
home by afternoon train. 
My cousin, Jack Rawlinson - son 
of Aunt Bessie Rawlinson of 
San Francisco, was taken 
ill a few days ago. Day before 
I left (Tuesday last) I learned 
from the attending physician, 
Dr C. F. Wilcox, that he was 
stricken with diphtheria. Of 
course he was placed under 
quarantine. —(at the home 
of his sister Mrs. Annie 
Hansen). This evening 
I learned from Dr. Wilcox that 
the young man was very low.

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With the doctor's permission 
I went to the house where 
Jack lay in charge of a 
trained nurse and another 
attendant. I administered 
to him; and immediately 
after the ordinance he 
regained consciousness 
and expressed his appreciation 
of what had been done. 
It was apparent that he 
was sinking. Within a 
few minutes of midnight 
he died, quietly and peace-
fully. 
	After taking due precautions 
in the matter of disinfection
I went to my office and 
there remained during the 
rest of the night. 
May 1. Left home by Lost Angeles 
Limited train at noon, 
for the east. Wife ac-
companied me to Ogden 
where we met Aunt Elizabeth 
Rawlinson, who arrived

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from San Francisco on the 
mid-day "Flyer". She started 
from her home as soon as 
she learned of the illness 
of her son Jack. To my 
regret I have to leave 
before the funeral. 
May 2. Sunday. This is the day 
set for the funeral of 
Cousin Jack in Salt Lake 
City. 
" 3. Arrived in Chicago; took 
room at Great Northern 
hotel. 	Afternoon devoted 
to business. 
" 4. Day spent at Field Museum, 
Art Institute etc. 
" 5. Left by morning train, 
via Pennsylvania line 
for Washington. 
" 6. Arrived in Washington at 
10 a.m. Repaired to New 
Willard hotel, to which 
place baggage had been 
checked, and mail matter 
sent. Unable to procure a room

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at time of arrival. Was 
promised the first room 
to be vacated. Took trip 
to Mount Vernon, and spent 
greater part of afternoon 
there. Returned to Washington 
and secured room at the 
hotel. 
May 7. Slept but poorly on account 
of the heat. Was up and 
out before 6 a.m. Have 
never seen Washington in 
fairer garb of flower 
and foliage. After 
breakfast visited the 
Capitol. Had early meet-
ing with Senator Reed 
Smoot, and together we 
visited the Secretary of 
the Treasury — Secretary 
Mac Veagh. Purpose of 
this visit was to inquire 
into the possibility of our 
making an authorized 
issue of re-strike prices 
from the dies of the

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old Utah coins — commonly
known as "Deseret" or 
"Mormon" coins. Very satisfactory 
assurances were given by 
the Secretary. 
	Next visited my long-time 
friend and one-time assist-
ant, Bro. J. Reuben Clark Jr. 
who holds the position 
of Assistant Solicitor in 
the Department of State. 
Together we visited National 
Museum, Smithsonian etc. 
Lunched with Bro. Clark 
at the Cosmos Club. 
	At night I attended the 
banquet of the Southern Lehigh 
Club at Rauscher's. This 
is an organization of the 
Lehigh alumni living in  
certain states, and the 
banquet is an annual 
affair. 
May 8. Left by morning train for 
Philadelphia. Took room at 
Bellevue- Stratford hotel —

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this being headquarters 
for the American Association 
of Museums, which organ-
ization holds its fourth 
annual session in this 
city next week.
May 9. Sunday. Attended Sunday 
School and evening 
sacrament service of our 
people at Columbia Halls. 
I delivered an address at 
each gathering. Pleasant 
meeting with our niece 
Josephine Booth Woodruff, 
and her husband, Lloyd. 
Bro. Woodruff, is just 
completing his college 
work in medicine here. 
" 10. Morning visit to the 
"Philadelphia Museums", other-
wise known as the Com-
mercial Museums. Pleasant 
visit with Dr W. B. Wilson, 
Treasurer of the American 
Association of Museums. 
Evening session of the

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Council of the Association. 
This I attended by in-
vitation and request. my 
term of office expired 
at the last session, and 
I am not a member of 
the Council. 
	Great demonstration on 
the streets here tonight 
in connection with a pro-
test of the people against 
some change in street 
car fares. 
May 11. Opening session of the 
Association meeting, held 
at the Academy of Fine 
Arts. Lunch at Memorial 
Hall; afternoon inspection 
of Fairmount Park and the 
Zoological Gardens; evening 
session at Drexel Institute. 
" 12. Sessions held today at the 
Commercial Museums morning
& afternoon; evening session 
in town. At the election of 
officers I was made a

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member of the Council for 
a term of three years. 
May 13. Association sessions held 
today at the Academy of 
Sciences. At the morning 
meeting I took part on 
the program by delivering 
an address on "Popular 
versus "scientific" ar-
rangement of Museum 
exhibits." Afternoon visits 
to the U.S. Mint, public 
libraries etc. At night 
I had the pleasure of 
accompanying Josephine 
and Lloyd to the theatre.
" 14. By early train to Beth- 
lehem - my old college
home. Was met at station 
by Dr H. S. Drinker, president 
of Lehigh University. At 
9 a.m. I met the students 
and instructors of the 
School of Engineering; 
and delivered an illustra-
ted lecture on "Scenic

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features of the arid West.
The pictures exhibited were 
all of my own taking. 
I was quite deeply affected 
by the marked consideration 
and honor paid me on this 
visit. The address was 
enthusiastically received; and 
afterward I was escorted 
through the several 
buildings, many of which 
are new, - and over the 
old campus, so greatly 
endearned to me from 
old-time associations. 
Took dinner with the 
president and several of 
the Faculty at the 
College Commons. Then 
returned to Philadelphia 
train. Took passage by 
evening train to New 
York, where I put up 
at Park Avenue hotel - 
as usual. Heavy rain 
in progress when I arrived.

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May 15. Museum visits and 
business.
" 16. Sunday. Attended Sunday 
School and Sacrament 
service of our Church. 
Brother Geo. D. Pyper and 
I were the speakers at 
the general meeting. I 
delivered a short address 
at the Sunday School 
also. 
" 17. Forenoon spent at the 
Metropolitan Museum of 
Art; afternoon at the 
numismatic institutions. 
" 18. Museum work — at the 
American Museum of 
Natural History mostly. 
Brother Albert C. Boyle Jr., 
a former student of mine 
now doing post graduate 
work at Columbia, 
was my guest at dinner. 
" 19. Museum inspection, and 
business with numismatic 
authorities.

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May 20.	Day spent in odds and <
>
ends of business. Left New
York by night train via
Pennsylvania line for
Pittsburgh.
" 21. Arrived at Pittsburgh
at 8.30 a.m. Early visit
to Carnegie Museum. Kindly
received by Dr. Hull and
Finding myself able to
complete the examination
for which I broke my
journey here, I took
afternoon train to my
next stopping place -
Columbus Ohio. Put up
at the Chittenden hotel.
" 22. Early visit to the Univer-
sity of Ohio. In the arche-
ological Dept. I met my
associate in the Museums
Assn. — Professor Wm. C.
Mills. My principal
object in stopping here
was to confer with Prof.
Mills, and to examine some

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of the archeological mat-
erial. belonging to the
university and to the
Ohio State Archeological
and Historical Society.
The exhibits of material
from the Ohio mounds
are entensive and varied.
Some points of apparent
similarity between the
history of the Mound
Builders, and the story
of the Book of Mormon
attracted my attention.
Prof. Mills expresses great
interest in the matter,
and promises to examine
the Book of Mormon record.
	Found here the establish-
ment of the Tallmadge
Hardware Co. Met the
proprietor, or rather the
president - Darvis Tall-
madge.  He promises to
have his brother, Frank
Tallmadge (address: Hayden

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Bldg. Columbus, O) write to
me regarding family geneal-
ogy in which subject
Frank Tallmadge is said
to take great interest.
Left by night train for
Chicago.
May 23.  Sunday.  Reached Chicago
about 9 a.m. Resumed my old
quarters Great Northern
hotel.  Hastened to Church
headquarters; attended
Sunday School; addressed
Theology Class and the
general assembly.  Then
held informal council
meeting with the officers.
Then attended the early
afternon sacrament
meeting and addressed the
gathering.  Took dinner
with Sister Ellsworth and
the resident elders at the
Conference house. Prest. G. Ells-
worth is at present in
Utah.  Attended evening

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meeting, and again I
was the speaker. Pleasant
meeting with old friends—
including Dr. Russell.
May 24. Business meeting with
Messrs. Virgil M. Brand,
(1265 Elston Avenue) and
Theophile Leon both
prominent in the American
Numismatic Association.
These gentlemen are
greatly interested in the
possibility of a re-strike
of the old "Mormon"
coins.  Left Chicago
by night train — Los Angeles
Limited - for home.
May 26. Reached Salt Lake City by
belated train between 11
and 12 p.m. Found all
family well at home.  Wife
has been ailing but is
now somewhat better.
May 27. Personal interview with
the First Presidency, in which
I reported results of my

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trip, - specifically results as
to inquires respecting issues
of coins.
May 30. Sunday. Attended morning
prayer meeting in Temple;
and in response to call
spoke briefly. Then attended
Temple Fast Meeting in com-
pany with wife. In the
evening according to prior
appointment I attended
exercises incident to
graduation from the University
of Utah and delivered the
Baccalaureate Sermon.  The
services were held in the
Assembly Hall on the
Tabernacle Square.
May 31. Memorial Day. With Wife
and children I attended the
usual family service at
the cemetery. Together we
placed flowers on the grave
of our infant daughter, Zella,
and on that of Cousin Jack
Rawlinson (see entries of April 29 &
May 25). Jack's body has been

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temporarily interred in our
lot.  In the afternoon
Wife and I attended receptions
to University graduates at
the residence of President
Kingsbury. Of course our
son Sterling was there
as one of the prospective
graduates.  In company,
with his class he arrived
home this morning after
a month's tour of the 
principal mining regions
of Utah, Arizona, Colorado,
Mexico, New Mexico, Texas,
and California.
June 1,  Attended funeral of Sister
Rebecca Mantle Little. She was
the wife and widow of 
Feranon Little. At the
time of her death (May 29 —
Saturday last) she was
still a member of the
Board of Regents of the
University of Utah.  Wife
and I have called on the

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.
repeatedly during her illness,   <
>
and I have administered
to her several times. Her
depature is a happy release.
At the funeral services
Prest. Nephi L. Morris of the
Salt Lake Stake and I were
the speakers, with a few
words in conclusion from
Bishop Platt of  the 13th
Ward.
	During the afternoon
I was on the witness
stand in the Chancery
Court in a case involving
questions of possible
damage from smelter
emanations.
	At night attended theatre
with Wife and invited
party of friends.
June 2.  This is a red-letter day
in our family history. Our
firstborn — Sterling - was
graduated from his college
course in the University of Utah.

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Wife and I together with
others of the family
attended the exercises.
As a former member of
the Faculty and sometime
president of the University,
I had to march in the
academic procession, and
had to sit on the plat-
form, consequently I could
not sit with my family
during the proceedings.
The degree of Bachelor
of Science (in Mining
Engineering) was conferred
upon our son – Sterling
Booth Talmage. We
all rejoice over his success.
He is the "baby" of the
class - the youngest
member. He takes his
degree less than two
weeks beyond his twenty
year birthday. We have
tried to hold him back
a year or so, but it

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appeared to Wife and
me that to arbitrarily
restrain him would be
to cripple his ambition.
	Compare his achievements
with mine. At his age
I was still struggling
in a special course,
not having the means
to justify my registration
as a regular student.
I could wish that I had
had his opportunities.
Success to the son.  He
deserves all he has won.
God grant that his
future shall justify his
confidence.
	At night wife and I
and Sterling as a matter
of course, attended the
Alumni banquet and
ball at the University of
Utah.  I learn that at last
evening's business meeting
of the Alumni Association

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I was elected an honorary
member.
June 3. Left by night train
for southern Utah and
Nevada — on mine
examination bent.
" 4. Arrived at Modena 1:30
p.m. Daily stage having
left before arrival of
train I engaged special
conveyance and drove
to Gold Springs mining
camp – in Iron County
Utah, close to the Utah
Nevada line. Made my
headquarters in the
vacant house belonging
to Arthur Short, brother
of Chas. A. Short president
of the Gold Springs
Mining and Power Co.
Arranged to take meals
at the public boarding
house during my stay.
Evening inspection of
part of the ground.

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June 8. Since last entry time has
been spent in mine exam—
ination. This afternoon
proceeded by stage to Modena,
and there boarded evening
train, homeward bound.	
" 9 	Reached Salt Lake City at
6.30 a.m. Found all well
at home.
" 10. In the early evening joined
family at the lake — Saltair.
The occasion is that of
a general outing of the
Sunday Schools of Ensign
Stake.
" 12	 Since returning from the
south, my time has been
occupied in preparing
report on the examination
of Gold Springs mining
property. Completed report
today.
" 13. Sunday. Attended annual
Flag & Flower Festival of the
Salt Lake Stake Sunday Schools
in the tabernacle.

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June 14. 	The national Flag Day!
And the anniversary of
our wedding day.  Wife and
I have been together now
21 years.  May the Lord
grant His blessing on
our future.
	We had a little dinner
party today at which
Wife's neice Josephine and
her husband were the
guests of honor.  The
husband — J. Lloyd Woodruff
has just graduated in
medicine and now is
 a full-fledged M.D.
" 18. Went by morning train to
Park City in company with
Solon Shird, manager of
Silver King Consolidated Mining
Company. We proceeded at once
to the company's mines, about
four miles from the town.
Afternoon spent in the mines
" 19. Mine work continued. Re-
turned home by evening train.

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[The following paragraph is labeled "June 20." in left margin] 
Sunday. Address at the
morning Prayer Circle. Then
attended forenoon session
of Ensign Stake Conference
in Assembly Hall; and
afternoon session in the
Tabernacle. At the afternoon
services I was the speaker.
In the evening Elder Orson
D. Romney and I addressed
the meeting in the Eleventh
Ward as Home Missionaries.
[The following is written sideways in left margin next to above paragraph]
See July 3, 1909.
[The following paragraph is labeled " " 22." in left margin]
Went to Tooele. Put up
at the residence of Bishop
Orme where the International
Smelting Co. holds rooms
for its employes. Day
spent in examination
with regard to water supply
in company with C. R. Mc-
Bride.
[The following paragraph is labeled " " 23." in left margin]
Field work continued.
Returned home by evening
train.
[The following paragraph is labeled " " 24." in left margin]
Day spent in the temple
with wife and Sterling.

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June 14. 25 Returned to Tooele and
resumed field work.
" 27. Sunday. This is the second
day of Tooele Stake Confer-
ence.  Attended the three
sessions.  Elder Anthony
Ivins of the Council of
Twelve, and Elder Joseph
McMurrin of the Presiding
Council of Seventies were
in attendance. The fore-
noon session was devoted
to Sunday School exercised;
and the two brethren
named and I delivered
addresses. Evening meeting
was under Mutual Im-
provement auspices; and
at this session I was the
speaker.
" 29. Field work continued
yesterday and today. Re-
turned home by night
train.
July 3. "Deseret Evening News" .of this
date published report of

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my address of June 20, copy
of which is subjoned.
[the following is a paper clipping]
Mormonism Broad Enough
		To Embrace All Good
		     ________
An Address by Elder James E. Talmage, Before the Ensign Stake
Conference, in the Salt Lake Tabernacle, Sunday, June 20, 1909.
		     ________
				(Reported by F. W. Otterstrom.)
	For the information of the visitors
and the strangers within our gates, it
may be well to explain that the pres-
ent service is, in a manner, special. It
is usual to hold services in this build-
ing on the Sunday afternoon; and, as
you have gleaned from what has been
said and the utterances made in the
prayer to which you have listened, this
gathering is incident to the holding of
what is known as a quarterly confer-
ence of one of the stakes or territorial
divisions of the Church in this locality.
The stake concerned is the Ensign
stake, covering, generally speaking, the
northeasterly quarter of the city, and
comprising six distinct wards. It is a
part of the order of proceedure and gov-
ernment in the Church, that the mem-
bers of the several stakes shall as-
semble, from time to time, in a stake
capacity, for the transaction of such
business as pertains to that organiza-
tion, for the purpose of voting to sus-
tain or to reject the officers nominated
for the various positions of government,
and for the giving and receiving of
instructions and admonition pertaining
to individual duty. This being the case,
I had somewhat confidently expected
that we would listen, this afternoon, to
such instructions from stake officers, or
from the general authorities of the
Church. But finding myself called upon
to address you, I do so willingly, and,
in a measure, freely, though without
premeditation; relying, as experience
teaches me to rely, upon the influence
and power of the congregation.
	You know, we Latter-day Saints, or
Mormons as we are called, are peculiar-
ly liberal in some of our views and
teachings. We do not believe in reject-
ing a truth because it has received a
name that is not wholly popular. For
example, we do not believe in saying
there is no truth in the claim made by
some, that one mind may be made to
affect another, or that the thoughts of
one may impress another—because so
much that is evidently not true has
been made to pass under that ill-used
and much abused name—telepathy.
There is a place in the Mormon faith for all
the truth that is in telepathy.
There is a place in our faith for all
the truth you find in what is known as
Christian Science which some praise in-
ordinately, and which some condemn
without measure. There is a place in
our creed and belief for all that is
good in the claims made for psychic
control. We believe in it. We believe
that the mind of man is a power, when
properly exercised. We believe that 
one mind may affect another for good
or for evil—call that fact or that truth
by whatsoever name you will; classify
it however you may please; put it in
which ever pigeon-hole you may
choose, in that greatly divided-up mind
of yours. We believe in truth—what-
ever its name; for truth is good, and
that which is good comes of God, who
is the embodiment of truth, and the
author of truth as formulated and de-
clared unto His children. 	Now, I believe that if a congrega-
tion of this size—or a very much small-
er one—shall have been gathered to-
gether with one purpose, that if the
people so assembled are, even to a
minor degree, of one heart and of one
mind, there will be power abiding in
that congregation, and that you can
affect for good those who may ad-
dress you. Therefore, if naught be
said, on this occasion, that is worth re-
membering, I believe it will be partly
my fault and partly yours; for I think
you have the means of generating a
power of mind in this assembly, that
shall be potent for good.
	The comprehensiveness of the creed
called Mormonism, of the faith known as
the gospel of Jesus Christ appeals to
me, and always has so appealed. I find

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[left column]
that in my faith there is room, and in
my creed there is a place for all the
truths of evolution. I doubt if you
will find a people on the face of
the earth who are more pronounced
in their views of evolution than are the
Latter-day Saints. Why, we believe
in a condition and in a possibility of
endless progression, in an evolution
that shall not end with this earth, but
that shall continue with the individual
beyond the grave, and carry him on,
onward and upward, even to the very
rank of godship itself. We believe
that the human being, as the child of
God, is endowed with limitless, immeas-
urable possibilities, and that progres-
sion is natural unto him.

	MAN ABOVE ENVIRONMENT.

	We believe that every man is ac-
countable for his own acts; that ac-
countability to be adjudged in right-
eousness with full consideration of all
the circumstances attending him and
his acts. We admit the truth that
surroundings or as we have come to
speak of it, environment, has much to
do with the development of the in-
dividual; therefore, we advocate, teach,
urge, demand that home environment,

[lines drawn signifying reordering of sections.]
the environment of the community,
shall be wholesome, purifying, elevating,
as best may be obtained. But we do
not believe that man is wholly the crea-
ture of environment, or that he can
rightly blame his environment, entirely,
for his condition; because, he has the
power to rise above the influences of
his surroundings to a marked degree.
Man has the power to modify and to
create an environment that shall suit
him, to make all circumstances and
conditions minister to his own pro-
gress.

[right column]
	HEREDITY BLAMED TOO MUCH

	The tendency to blame something, or
somebody, besides ourselves, for our
misdeeds and for our shortcomings, is
one of our weaknesses. It is not con-
fined to this generation, and you may
say, if you will, that it has been in-

[text from left column moved here]
herited–and we have coined a name
to express our belief in the effect of
conditions existing before our birth;
we say that we are the creatures of
heredity. Heredity has much to do
with us, as we find ourselves today, but
not everything, by any means. Too
much dependence upon heredity and in-
heritance of traits and powers would
make of us mere puppets of circum-
stances–and not individuals with inher-
ent power for good or for evil, as is
the case, and as doth become the sons
and daughters of God. Tax a man with
any shortcoming, and assuming that he
be reasonably inclined to the truth and
does not deny the charge, it seems to
be most natural to him to make an ex-
cuse therefor, and to blame something
or somebody for his weaknesses. If he
can't blame anybody else, he will blame

[resume right column text]
his grandfather and grandmother, and
say that he has inherited that tenden-
cy, and, therefore, he is not wholly re-
sponsible. And, you know, in sup-
port of some of these selfish claims of
ours, we carry good principles to bad
application, far beyond their proper
service.
	Remember the declaration made by
Jehovah unto Israel, assembled about
cloud-topped Sinai: "I will visit the sins
of the fathers upon the children unto
the third and fourth generation of them
that hate me; and," He added, "show-
ing mercy unto thousands of them that
love me and keep my commandments."
When that doctrine was promulgated
in Israel, it caused surprise and, I doubt
not, some consternation at first, but the
people soon adapted themselves to it,
and came to love it. They carried it
far beyond what its Author intended
it to be; they blamed their forefathers
for all their sins, and excused all their
weaknesses on the plea of having in-
herited wicked tendencies. They hugged
that comfortable doctrine to their bo-
som to the exclusion of all idea of per-
sonal responsibility. When the thief
was taxed with his thievery, he said,
forsooth, he could not help it, because
some progenitor of his was a thief;
and the drunkard was to be pitied, be-
cause he was the creature of circum-
stances that existed and operated gen-
erations before his birth; and the
thought crystalized itself into an adage
or a proverb. You know we may learn
much as to the philosophy of a people
by studying their proverbs, sometimes,
even though they be expressed in what
we term slang.
	Tsese Israelites, who were blaming
their grandfathers for all their ill
deeds, had crystalized that thought, I
say, into an adage; and when anything
bad occurred, friends would shake their
heads and say, "The fathers have ea-
ten sour grapes, and the children's
teeth are set on edge." That was re-
peated so often that even the Lord
grew tired of hearing it, so he spoke of
it; and in speaking, as is usual with
Him, He addressed Himself to His
chosen prophets of the day; for it was
the word of the Lord unto the people,
and thus did He speak unto Israel,
through the mouth of Ezekial, His pro-
phet. Read it for yourself, the eigh-
teenth chapter of the book known by
that prophet's name:
	(The speaker here read the entire
chapter referred to and continued:)

[written in left margin]
(tr).

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I make no apology for reading to you
this somewhat lengthy chapter. I do
not think that we read too much of
the Scriptures either in private study,
within the family circle, or in our
places of public worship. We need to
be reminded from time to time, of
what the Lord hath said of the statutes
He hath established, and the laws He 
hath ordained; and 'tis well that we 
read and consider declarations of the
sort, lest we forget, lest we forget!
	Was I not right when I said it is
one of our human weaknesses and
common tendencies to seek to place
the blame somewhere else. We blame
the influences of heredity, the associa-
tions with out present friends, or our
conditions of poverty, or the fact that
we have been born in wealth; some-
thing or other can always be found to 
do service as an excuse. Why, excuses
grow like weeds by the wayside, and
you may gather a whole armful of
them for the picking. I care not what
your excuse may be, my friend, if
your reason be good for what you do;
and there is a vital difference between
reason and excuses. Excuses may be
sufficient to satisfy and salve your
own conscience just now, but reasons
will be demanded by the Judge before
whose bar every one yet shall stand.

   PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY

	When the son has reached such
years and such a condition of maturaity
that he can talk in this way—in the 
way I have read to you, or as implied
in what I read-and blames his fathers,
his progenitors, for his own wicked
deeds, when that son has so far ma-
tured his mind that he seeks for a
place where he can put the blame, de-
pend upon it he knows what blame-
worthiness is, knows the difference be-
tween right and wrong, and is answer-
able as an individual before the Lord,
irrespective of his father or of his
mother. When parents have done all
they can do for their children, taught
them good precepts, and more than 
that, set them good examples, and
have provided them with the surround-
ings and the environment best calcu-
lated to develop the good that is in
them, and then those children, sons or
daughters, wilfully turn away and
seek, for an excuse for their deeds,
to place the blame upon their parents,
those children are old enough to an-
swer for themselves, and surely will
they have to answer.
	Conversely, we do not believe that
any man can claim exemption from
the natural results of his acts, good or
evil, because of some great good his
father has done. We do not believe in
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that kind of royal family, the members
of which can do no wrong; we do not
believe that the sin of one man shall
be counted sinlessness on the part of
another; yet, we do believe that no <
>
righteous judgment can be rendered
except with full consideration of all
the conditions existing and operating.
It is one of the solemn scriptures of
the nation, so often quoted, that all
men are created free and equal. In
the sense in which that was first in-
tended, in the sense of the inspiring
influence under which it was spoken,
it is one of the truths of heaven. In
the way in which it is so often applied,
it is one of the worst of falsehoods-All
men created equal? Find me
two that are equal. Put them
side by side; let me look upon
them. Match them one against the
other, and one will be stronger in
some trait, or the other will excel in
some virtue. One will have more
knowledge than the other; one more
determination than the other; one will
have more love in his heart for his
fellow, than the other has. You can't
find two leaves upon the aspen tree
that tremble just alike, or that are
precisely of the same shape. No, we
are not created equal in that sense.
   Do we believe in heredity? Aye.
We believe that we have inherited 
not only through our temporal pro-
genitors, or our ancestors in the
flesh, but we have inherited traits. 
tendencies, powers, from the life we
led before we came here; for I take
it to be unreasonable, unscientific.
unphilosophical, untrue to say that
the individual, the man, began as an
individual with his birth here upon
the earth. We believe  that you and I,
and each of us, had an individual ex-
istence before we came to earth, and,
that we were not all equal there. Call
to mind that wonderful vision given
by the Lord to Abraham, when He
touched the eyes of His patriarch-
prophet, showed him the hosts of in-
telligent spirits, living intelligent lives
and waiting, each one, for the time
appointed when he should come upon
the earth and take upon himself a
body, that he may be adapted to the
work required in this particular school
or this particular sphere of action. The 
Lord said, "Abraham, look," and as 
the father of the faithful looked,
he saw amongst those spirits some that
were noble and great, some that were
bright and strong; and the Lord said
in effect. "Abraham, from among these
I chose my leaders, and thou wast
on of them. You don't remember now
but that was your place once, amongst
them, and that shall be your place
again, if you do your duty; and you
shall again associate with the noble
and the great in the life hereafter
even as you did in the life hereto-
fore, and even as you are noble and
great now."
   O we believe in heredity;   we be-
leive in inheritance; we believe that
there was progression in our primeval
childhood state, even as there is now,
even as there shall be to the end of

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time—if you know when that shall
come. Throughout all the eternities.
shall man continue to progress, and 
yet—man is not wholly justified in
blaming or giving credit to his here-
dity, his inherited traits and tendencies
for that which he is; for if that were
so, there could be no progress. How-
ever we have come to be what we
are, thus we would remain—if man
could not rise above inherited ten-
dencies. If the son shall not be great-
er than the father, her<e> in the flesh,
how could the world progress? If the
later generation shall not surpass the
former in achievement, in invention,
in discovery, in the attainment of great
things, I say, how would advancement 
be possible? It is only the selfish man
who always wants to be greater than
his son. A man who realizes his posi-
tion and situation will pray in his
heart that his son may be a better
man than he, a greater man than he
and this <thus> contribute to the world's ad-
vancement.
	All circumstances shall be consider-
ed in the judgment with which we
are to be judged, and we must recog-
nize the fact that we are individual-
ly answerable, individually account-
able—and as a seal of that great gift
the Lord God has decreed the free
agency of man. We have listened for
these many centuries to the be-
wailing of the theologians and the 
teachers of the people over our in-
heritance from Adam. We do not
know all about Adam yet, but we may
safely leave him alone and look after
ourselves. Whatever Adam did, or did
not and should have done,   he is
answerable; and we shall probably find
him to be a much greater man than
many of us have suspected. But
surely, if Adam sinned, I am not go-
ing to answer for his sins; I am not
here to pay his debts.
	What, then, becomes of the doctrine
of the "fall of man?" It is just as
strong as before: If we have been born
into a fallen condition, we are going
to be judged according to the circum-
stances of that fallen condition by
which we are surrounded. All these
circumstances shall be taken into ac-
count, whatever may have been the
predetermining causes that led to the
circumstances of our birth. Why, we
go so far as to say that the heathen
who bows down to an idol of wood or
stone, if in so doing he is living ac-
cording to the greatest truth that has
found a way into his darkened mind,
if he is acting according to the dic-
tates of his undeveloped conscience,
that heathen thereby wins the right
and title to the blessing of God that
shall manifest itself in the opportun-
ities for advancement that shall come
to him, and even he shall learn. We
think he is in a better condition than
the man into whose soul hath come the
light of the truth of the gospel, and
who tramples that sacred truth be-
neath his feet. We believe that an
honest, upright,  sincere,  devoted
heathen is worth more, in the eyes of
God, than a so called enlightened and
civilized hyprocrite.
	Thus do we believe in individual 
freedom and individual responsibility—
the one without the other can not ex-
ist.  If you give me charge of a com-
pany of men set to do certain work,
and hold me accountable for them, I
must have authority over them, or I
can't be held accountable for them.
The one without the other can not
rightly exist; and so individual free-
dom—free agency, as we call it—with-
out responsability likewise, individual
and personal, can not exist. The word
of the Lord comes unto you—how?
Perhaps, through the mouth of an in-
spired prophet; perhaps by direct im-
pression made upon your own hearts.
You know it to be the word of God.
In short, you know it to be the word
of good. You know the impression is
a good one, that the incentive is an
upward one. Now it lies with you to
act according to that, or to reject it.
You may accept it or you may ignore
it, and you must take the consequences
of your choice; and please don't blame
your grandparents if you make the
wrong choice. Don't blame your
friends if you use your free agency to
your own detriment.

                  ARE   WE   FREE?

	Only a few days more, and we will
reach the day which is set apart by
the laws of the nation as a day that is
said to be consecrated to freedom; and
we are going to hear many speeches
and much other noise, in honor of
that day; and we are going to boast
ourselves, and flaunt ourselves, again,
as the sons and daughters of freedom.
Are we free? Do we want to be free?
Not many of us. Men do not want
to bear responsibility; they would
rather be told what to do, if they are
told in a way that does not offend them
and let somebody else take the burden
of blame if things go wrong. O this 
"independence," about which we talk
so much, is a state of inter-dependence
after all. We can't get along without
one another. When two men come to-
gether upon the open prairie, and
agree to camp together, each one has
to surrender something of that in-
dividual freedom of his, out of respect
to his companion. You can imagine
a man alone upon a limitless desert.
You may say he is free; nobody to in-
terfere with him; but just as soon as
he enters association with a compan-
ion, then he is bound by the rights of
the companion. He is at liberty to
do as he likes, as long as he does not
interfere with the other fellow's rights.
When we come together by the thou-
sands, and establish ourselves in a com-
munity, we have to recognize that oth-
ers have rights as well as ourselves,
and we have to give up some of that
unbounded freedom of ours, because if
we do not, we are intrenching upon the
rights of others. I have a right to go
just where I like, in this city, as long
as I do not trespass upon somebody
else's ground; I must watch that. Well,
then, am I free—if I can't go where
I like? Yes; I ought not to want to
trespass on other people's ground.

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That isn't freedom; that isn't liberty;
that is license. If I go upon another
man's land, with lawful purposes, I am
not trespassing, but to trespass there
with unlawful purpose I must not have
the right to do that, and I ought not
to want to do it.
	So our freedom is bounded by the
rights of others, and we are free in
proportion as we live above the law:
and that, I think, was the meaning of
the promise and prediction made by
the Christ, when He said to those law-
ridden Jews of old, "Come, come to
me, and I will teach you the truth,
and the truth shall make you free."
Oh! think how free we would be, if
we lived according to the code of truth
willingly and naturally that is to say,
if we had so trained ourselves as
to love to do what is right
and to do it because it is natural unto
us, and not because it is a law or rule.
Only a short time ago, there was quite
a violent agitation in this community
over the question as to whether we
should not get the legislature—No, I
would not put it that way; but as
to whether the legislature ought not
to pass a law forbidding all kinds of
Sunday public amusements—the Sun-
day law, it was called. There was
much talk, much discussion.. My
friends, think how much effort,
energy and humiliation would be
saved if we only had the Sunday law
written in our hearts. What matters
it how many places of amusement are
open if you and I and all of us keep
the Sabbath? Tell me, how long would
these places of amusement remain
open if you and I and all of us ceased
to patronize them? Much bitterness
was stirred up, and many unkind
things were said, over the question to
which we gave a name—the so called
prohibition question. Learn the truth,
and the truth shall make you free.
The truth is that you should be tem-
perate, and leave forbidden things
alone; and if you and I, and all of
us did this, would the question of
prohibition, in this community, be
worth the time of talking about it?
The truth would make us free, but as
it is we are bound; we are spending al-
together too much time complaining
about our environment. To come back
to my former comparison. Too many
saloons in the town. Well, leave them
alone. Too many attractions on the
Sabbath day. Well, do not heed them.
Too much trashy literature being cir-
culated. Well, don't buy it. That is
the easiest way, and the rational way
to solve these difficult problems of
state; but we have not learned to do
it that way, and we begin at the other
end and try to work the problem back-
ward.
	We still cling to the old form of com-
mandment, "Thou shalt" and "Thou
shalt not;" but the free man has risen
above those things, above those de-
crees. The man of mature mind and
years ought to have made the deca-
logue a dead letter, long ago; ought to
have risen above all those command-
ments, and to live them without
thought and without effort. We can do

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it, because we have within us these
boundless possibilities, of which I
spoke, because we are the children of 

eternal parents we are going to rise,
and we are going to be better be-
cause we have the power within us to
do better. Pessimism shall decrease,
and confidence in our fellowmen shall
increase; and as the Lord swore, here,
with an oath, that He would change
that proverb, so may it be prophesied
that other proverbs shall be changed.
It has been said, "Man is as prone to
do evil, as the sparks are to fly up-
ward."  Now, as the Lord lives, that
proverb shall yet be changed, as of
the sons and daughters of God it shall
be said, It is as natural for them to do
good, as it is for the sparks to fly
upward. You can hasten that day, and
so can I. Let us be true to the obli-
gations we have assumed, true to the
power that is within us; let us exercise
that power for good.
	I said we believe in mind power; I
will tell you how far I believe in it; I
do not think a man ever thought a
good thought yet without helping along
the cause of truth, even though he did
not express it. I believe that if 1,000
people are thinking good thoughts all
the time, that there are waves of force
and power for good going out; but
when people congregate in unhallowed
places, in dens of infamy, and speak
wicked words, and do wicked deeds, the
very air is surcharged with iniquity.
and all who come within its influence
are contaminated, and their life blood
is poisoned unless they are sufficiently
strong to resist the influence, even as
some have bodies so healthy, so nor-
mal, in such good condition, that even
though the germs of disease enter into
their system, those germs can not gain
a foothold there. Spend ample time in
purifying your surroundings, but see
to it that you purify yourselves, that
the impurity of possible surroundings
may not affect you badly. Let us be
alive to our possibilities, and alive to
our responsibiliites, and like men be
willing to take the blame, if we do
what is wrong; not blame somebody
else. The Lord has said that He will
hold every one accountable for his sins.
Don't blame your fathers; don't excuse
yourselves by their shortcomings; for,
as the Lord has said, if the son is
righteous, he shall live, whatever con-
dition his father be in; and if the
father be righteous, he shall not be
held accountable for the deeds of his
son. Nevertheless, the sins of the fath-
ers are visited upon the children, and
the influence of heredity is felt. Con-
ditions are sometimes created that are
unfavorable for the growth and de-
velopment of the generations that are
to come; but in all this complicated
system of reasons, depend upon it that
every man shall be judged righteously;
therefore, let every man act righteous-
ly; and may the Lord help us so to do,
in the name of Jesus. Amen.

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July 4. Sunday, Fast-day, and Inde- <
>
pendence Day.  Attended
morning Prayer Circle, forenoon
fast-meeting in temple, and
afternoon fast-meeting in
our ward. In the evening
attended service in the
17th Ward, under Mutual
Improvement auspices, and
delivered an address on
"The Nature's Birthday."
July 5.  A general holiday. Spent
day with family at Liberty
Park and other places of
recreation.
"   6.  Attended meeting of the
Sunday School Union Board-
the first session I have
been able to attend for
weeks. Owing to my
frequent absences from
home I urged upon the
Superintendency my release
from the chairmanship of
Theological Department com-
mittee.

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July 8.  Went to Eureka by morning
train. Took room at the 
Bullison Beck Rooming
House. Afternoon spent
in Iron Blossom and
Beck Tunnel mines.
" 9.   Inspection of properties
in the North Tintic
district in company with
A. N. Wallace of Eureka.
In the evening I filled
an appointment of long
standing (conditional
as to date) by delivering
a lecture in Knightsville.
The meeting was held
under the auspices of
the Mutual Improvement
Associations. I spoke on
the subject "Success here
and hereafter."
July 10. Forenoon spent in Iron
Blossom, Colorado, and Sioux
mines. Returned home
by evening train.

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[The following paragraph is labeled "July 11." in left margin]
Sunday. Address at the
early morning Prayer Circle
in Temple. Attended fore-
noon meeting of High
Priests quorum of Ensign
Stake. Attended afternoon
services in Tabernacle and
evening service in our
own Ward (the 27.th). At
the Tabernacle services
during afternoon I was
the only speaker. I addressed
the large congregation
(characterized by a great
number of visitors in-
cident to the excursion
of "Elks") by special
direction of the First
Presidency, which direction
was accompanied by the
request that I speak
on the subject of my
address last Sunday
evening in the 17th Ward.
The two addresses were by
no means identical, but

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generally parallel in treatment.
July 12. Ward Priesthood Meeting
in evening. I conducted
the lesson in the High
Priests' division.
" 13. Attended General Board
meeting of the Deseret
Sunday School Union.
" 14. Wife and several of the
children left for a
summer sojurn in Alpine.
Paul and Karl had
already gone; the girls
go with Maia; Sterling
remains with me.
" 17. "Deseret Evening News" of
this date contains a
full report of my address
in the Tabernacle last
Sunday. Copy of the
report is incorporated
here with.

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Prophetic History of America;
Freedom is National Heritage

Address by Elder James E. Talmage, in the Salt Lake Tab-
	ernacle, Sunday, July 11, 1909.

	(Reported by F. W. Otterstrom.)
[Column 1]
	It is inspiring to see so many gath-
ered here in a worshiping assembly;
and, in a manner, it is even more in-
spiring to know that there are many
other worshiping gatherings in session
this day, and that each individual en-
joys a liberal measure of religious lib-
erty, whereby he is enabled to worship
after the dictates of his own heart.
It is characteristic of the age in which
we live that men demand and obtain
liberty and freedom in their views and
in their forms of worship; and while
the members of any particular church
may believe, with full purpose and fer-
vor of heart, that their form of wor-
ship is the accepted one, we all take
satisfaction and, I believe, render
praise, in consideration of the fact that
we are at liberty to worship or to ab-
stain from worship, as we may choose.
	This is the season of patriotic sen-
timent. But a short week ago we cel-
ebrated the birthday of the nation. Less
than two weeks hence the members of
this intermountain commonwealth will
celebrate the entrance of the pioneers
into this valley where now we are. I
take it that in our enthusiasm and in
our heartfelt gratitude for the liber-
ties enjoyed under the government of
this great nation, not the least of our
reasons should be the fact that we en-
joy freedom to worship God. Patriot-
ism should be a part of every man's
religion. His religion should enter into
his affairs and duties as a citizen. He
should recognize the fact that even
nations are controlled by a power above
that of nations, and that governments
are established, or put down, by the
operation of what we may, in our
weakness, call a supernatural power.
Yet, it is wholly natural; it is in ac-
cordance with the plans of the God of
nature, whose children we are.
	The Latter-day Saints join with their
fellow citizens in rendering honor un-
to those who have done so much to es-
tablish and maintain the liberties of
our nation. We regard it as a part of
our religious duty to sustain and up-
hold those who have been brought to
positions of power in the nation; it is
a part of our creed, if you please, set
forth in a formalized article of our faith
that we believe in sustaining the rul-
ers of the nations wherein we dwell,
especially of this nation of which we
form a part. While we claim no distinc-
tion in this matter—granting full
measure of credit unto all who have

[Column 2]
the spirit of true patriotism within
them, yet it may be interesting to rem-
ember that the destiny of this nation,
and the future of this great land, was
made known centuries and decades of
centuries ago.
	We accept, as the first of our stand-
ard works, the volume of sacred Scrip-
tures known as the Holy Bible. We ac-
cept it without reservation or private
interpretation, except so far as it may
contain admitted and acknowledged
errors in translation—and we are not
alone in that. I am safe in saying that
the Latter-day Saints as a people, and
this Church as an organization, ac-
cept the whole Bible, in its simplicity
and in its fulness, with as deep a de-
gree of sincerity and earnestness as
characterizes the acceptance thereof
by any other religious organization in
Christendom. But we are somewhat
distinguished by the fact that we be-
lieve there are other Scriptures, other
volumes of sacred writ already extant,
and that yet others shall be brought
forth, for we can not believe that the
God of heaven has said all He has to
say unto His children, nor that His
word given unto one division of His
children should be ample and sufficient
for all. For there is this characteristic
about the revelations of God to man.
that He has always adapted Himself
unto the circumstances then present,
and His revelations have been no dead
letters and no mere contributions to
the literature of the times. With this
thought in mind, my mind reverts to
the fact that the destiny of this nation,
the future of this land, was made
known unto the prehistoric inhabitants
of this the American continent. In a
volume of Scripture which we ac-
cept for what it professes to be, this
fact is set forth. The volume to which
I refer is known as the Book of
Mormon; and because of the name
given to that publication, the people
known as members of the Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
have been called "Mormons," a name
given without just reason, but one
nevertheless, now common. This is in
no sense a "Mormon Bible." In no
sense does it profess to take the place
of the volume known as the Holy
Bible, but it claims to be, in a mea-
sure, parallel thereto.

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[left column]
	We know that the Holy Bible is a
history, or a compilation of histories,
setting forth the dealings of God with
His people on the eastern continent.
It is specifically a Jewish scripture,
the scripture of one division of the
house of Israel. The Book of Mormon
professes to be a historical record deal-
ing with another branch of the house
of Israel, and particularly with their
doings and with the dealings of God
with them on this western continent.
In this volume we read that about
twenty-two hundred years before the
coming of Christ, at the time of the
reputed attempt to build a city and a
tower known unto us as Babel, a small
colony was led away by the power of
God and conducted over a great part
of the Asiatic continent to the sea-
board, and thence was brought by di-
vine power and by means that were
given by divine revelation across the
great waters, and that this peo-
ple landed somewhere on the west-
ern coast of North America, and there
they established themselves and be-
came a great and a mighty nation. The
Lord was particularly careful in tell-
ing them of His purpose in leading
them away and in revealing unto
them the future of the land to which
they were coming; for before they
had left the shores of the old world
they had made known unto them that
the land toward which they were set-
ing their faces, and which they could
reach only by crossing the great
ocean, was indeed a land of promise.
I read to you from the second chapter
of the Book of Ether, which is one of
the divisions of the Book of Mormon,
a record which, by the way, was
found by a later people, about 125
years before the time of Christ. The
translation of that record was effect-
ed at that time, and a retranslation was
effected in modern times. I begin with
the first verse of the chapter:
	"And it came to pass that Jared,
and his brother, and their families.
and also the friends of Jared and his
brother and their families went down
into the valley which was northward,
(and the name of the valley was
Nimrod, being called after the mighty
hunter,) with their flocks which they
had gathered, together, male and fe-
male, of every kind.
	"And they did also lay snares and
catch fowls of the air, and they did
also prepare a vessel, in which they
did carry with them the fish of the
waters:
	"And they did also carry with them
Deseret, which, by interpretation, is
a honey bee; and thus they did carry
with them swarms of bees, and all
manner of that which was upon the
face of the land, seeds of every kind.
	"And it came to pass that when they
had come down into the valley of
Nimrod, the Lord came down and
talked with the brother of Jared; and
He was ina cloud, and the brother
of Jared saw Him not.

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	"And it came to pass that the Lord
ocmmanded them that they should go
forth into the wilderness, yea, into that
quarter where there never had man
been. And it came to pass that the
Lord did go before them, and did talk
with them as He stood in a cloud, and
gave directions whither they should
travel.
	"And it came to pass that they did
travel in the wilderness, but He would
that they should come forth even unto
the land of promise, which was choice
above all other lands, which the Lord
God had preserved for a righteous peo-
ple;
	"And He had sworn in His wrath unto
the brother of Jared, that whoso should
possess this land of promise, from that
time henceforth and forever, should
serve Him, the true and only God, or
they should be swept off when the ful-
ness of His wrath should come upon
them.
	"And now we can behold the de-
crees of God concerning this land,
that it is a land of promise, and what-
soever nation shall possess it, shall
serve Him, the true and only God, or
they shall be swept off when the ful-
ness of His wrath shall come upon
them. And the fulness of His wrath
cometh upon them when they are rip-
ened in iniquity;
	"For behold, this is a land which is
choice above all other lands; wherefore
he that doth possess it shall serve God,
or shall be swept off; for it is the ever-
lasting decree of God. And it is not
until the fulness of iniquity among the
children of the land, that they are
swept off.
	"And this cometh unto you, O ye
gentiles, that ye may know the de-
crees of God, that ye may repent, and
not continue in your iniquities until
the fulness come, and ye may not bring
down the fulness of the wrath of God
upon you, as the inhabitants of the land
hath hitherto done.
	"Behold, this is a choice land, and
whatsoever nation shall possess it, shall
be free from bondage, and from cap-
tivity, and from all other nations under
heaven, if they will but serve the God
of the land, who is Jesus Christ, who
hath been manifested by the things
which we have written."

      AMERICA'S ANCIENT CIVILIZA-
		        TIONS. 

	Now the record goes on to tell us
how the great waters were crossed and
how this colony, led by Jared and his
brother, was established upon this land,
the western continent, they having been
prepared in their minds as to the
sanctity of the land to which they were
coming. The words I have read to
you are, in part, the words of the
translator of that day, predicting the
freedom of the people who would in-
habit this land, and declaring that no
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friends, we are living under the bene-
ficent influence of a fulfilment of that 
prophecy today, and to us it is more
than a mere turn in the affairs of na-
tions, that the American government
has attained its present status and its
present condition of relative perfection
among the governments of the earth.
	Long after the events to which I have
referred, as connected with the colo-
ny of Jared and his brother, an-
other colony was led away from the
eastern lands, from Jerusalem, in the
reign of King Zedekiah, about 600 years
before Christ–led by the Prophet Lehi
who, with his family and some
others was brought, also, to the
eastern seaboard; and these also
were instructed as to means by which
they could cross the great waters, and
they came in turn, and in time, to some
place on the shores of South America,
where they were established as a peo-
ple with a predicted and with an
assured future. Something was said
unto them with respect to the future of
the land, for the Lord showed unto
Lehi and, afterward, unto his righteous
son Nephi, that their descendants
should become a great and a mighty
people, but that dissension should arise
amongst them. It was also made
known that they had been brought
hither for a purpose, even that they
might be instructed of the Lord in His
ways, and that they day would come
when others would follow them, and
when this land would be in possession
of another people.
	I am aware of the fact that those
who know but little of the doctrines
and tenets of this Church have been
inclined to say that we are particu-
larly exclusive, and that we do not be-
lieve that others have a right, similar
to ours, to this land, or to this part
of the land. The volume of Scripture
to which I have referred is replete with
revelations and declarations concern-
ing the purposes of the Lord respecting
the people whom He called the "Gen-
tiles." The term was applied to those
who did not belong directly to the
house of Israel—not in the sense in
which it has been applied in this mod-
ern day, and in this western land, to
those who do not belong to the Church
of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
The term is not used in that sense but
is applied to those who are not of the
house of Israel, not the descendants of
Abraham.

	COMING OF COLUMBUS FORE-
			TOLD.

	Nephi thus relates the vision which
came unto him respecting the future
of the land upon which he and his fel-
lows were then established:

	"It came to pass that the angel
spake unto me saying. Look! And I
looked and beheld many nations and
kingdoms.
	"And the angel said unto me, What

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beholdest thou? And I said, I behold
many nations and kingdoms.
	"And he said unto me, These are
the nations and kingdoms of the gen  

tiles.
	"And it came to pass that I saw
among the nations of the gentiles the
foundation of a great church.
	"And the angel said unto me, Behold
the foundation of a church which is
most abominable above all other
churches, which slayeth the saints of
God, yea, and tortureth them, and bind-
eth them down, and yoketh them with
a yoke of iron, and bringeth them
down into captivity.
	"And it came to pass that I behold
this great and abominable church; and
I saw the devil that he was the found-
ation of it.
	"And I also saw gold, and silver, and
silks, and scarlets, and fine-twined
linen, and all manner of precious
clothing; . . .
	"And the angel spake unto me, saying,
Behold the gold, and the silver, and the
silks, and the scarlets, and the fine-
twined linen, and the precious cloth-
ing,—these are the desires of this great
and abominable church:
	"And also for the praise of the world,
do they destroy the saints of God, and
bring them down into captivity.
	"And it came to pass that I looked
and beheld many waters; and they di-
vided the gentiles from the seed of my
brethren.
	"And it came to pass that the angel
said unto me, Behold the wrath of God
is upon the seed of thy brethren.
	"I looked and beheld a man among
the gentiles, who was separated from
the seed of my brethren by the many
waters; and I beheld the Spirit of God,
that it came down and wrought upon
the man; and he went forth upon the
many waters, even unto the seed of
my brethren, who were in the promised
land.
	"And it came to pass that I beheld
the Spirit of God, that it wrought upon
other gentiles, and they went forth out
of captivity, upon the many waters.
	"And it came to pass that I beheld
many multitudes of the gentiles upon
the land of promise; and I beheld the
wrath of God, that it was upon the
seed of my brethren; and they were
scattered before the gentiles, and were
smitten.
	"And I beheld the Spirit of the Lord,
that it was upon the gentiles; that they
did prosper and did obtain the land for
their inheritance; and I beheld that
they were white, and exceeding fair
and beautiful, like unto my people be-
fore they were slain.
	"And it came to pass that I, Nephi,
beheld that the gentiles who had gone
forth out of captivity, did humble
themselves before the Lord; and the
power of the Lord was with them;
	"And I beheld that their mother
gentiles were gathered together upon
the waters, and upon the land also, to
battle against them;
	"And I beheld that the power of God
was with them, and also that the wrath
of God was upon all those that were
gathered together against them to
battle.

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"And I, Nephi, beheld that the gen-
tiles that had gone out of captivity,
were delivered by the power of God out
of the hands of all other nations.
	"And it came to pass that I, Nephi,
beheld that they did prosper in the
land....." (1 Nephi, xiii:1-20.

	WORLD LEADERS FOREORDAINED

	The Latter-day Saints accept that
record as a Scriptural one, and they
believe that that ancient prophet, look-
ing down through the vista of cen-
turies, saw that this great continent
would be discovered by this man who
came out from among the gentiles, and
crossed the many waters upon that
errand bent. They believe that that
man is the one whose memory we hon-
or—Columbus, the discoverer, the pio-
neer—for his future was as much a
part of God's plan as was the future
of any one of His prophets consecrat-
ed unto spiritual work. We are so apt
to think that the Lord our God has to
do with spiritual things only, and that
the affairs of nations and the affairs of
men, of a temporal kind, are beneath
His notice. We believe in a preexis-
tent state in which our intelligence
and capacity were known unto the Fa-
ther of our spirits, and that He chose
men, then in their state of primeval in-
nocence and childhood, for the work
which lay before them. We believe that
Columbus was as truly chosen and
foreordained to his work as was Jer-
emiah, Isaiah, Ezekiel, Peter, James or
John, Joseph Smith, or any one of the
modern prophets. We hold that the
men who were inspired to raise the
standard of liberty upon this land and
to promulgate the Declaration of In-
dependence, were men who had been
ordained and set apart for that high
duty. We hold that this Scripture is
true, that nearly 600 years (550) before
the Christian era, through revelation
the Lord did show unto His prophet
what the future would be. It was no
vision that was favorable to him or
to his descendants, for he saw that
those of his own blood would be re-
creant and untrue and that the wrath
of God would come upon them. This
is no Scripture denouncing the gen-
tiles and lauding the house of Israel;
on the contrary, it pronounced con-
demnation upon the descendants of
Nephi, because of their iniquity, as the
Lord God foresaw it and the manner
in which the existence of this western
world, as we call it, would be made
known to the people of the east. Note
that he did not end with predicting
that there should come forth a dis-
coverer, a pioneer, a leader who would
bravely cross the many waters and
make known what there he discovered,
but it was pointed out that after him
many others would come—gentiles also,
people who were not of the house of
Israel, and they were to come from
scenes of oppression, from a state of
captivity, from a condition of bond-
age. Why were they coming? To es-
cape from that captivity, that oppres-
sion, that bondage; and where could
they escape from that captivity, that oppres-
sion, that bondage; and where could
they excape it better, and how could
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this land which had been pronounced,
by the decree of heaven, to be the land
of liberty? We interpret that scrip-
ture literally, that which I have read
unto you: "And it came to pass that I
beheld the Spirit of God, that it
wrought upon other gentiles" —after
this man, this one to whom I refer—
"and they went forth, out of captivity,
upon the many waters." We are told
that they came here and humbled
themselves and tried to serve God, and 
God blessed them—the pilgrim fathers,
for to them does this scripture refer.
They were in search of a land where
they could worship God in freedom, and
as long as they were true to the rights
which they found within their reach
here, they prospered.
	But that ancient prophet looked still
farther into the future, and he saw that
their "mother gentiles," the very na-
tion from which they had come, made
war against them, both on the sea and
on the land, and sought to fasten op-
pression upon them once again. There
was nothing uncertain as to the out-
come of the great War of Independence.
The mother gentiles (specifically the
British nation) seeking to oppress the
children who had already left the home
shores and come to this then but little
known land, were defeated—for, had it
not been predicted that the power of
God was to be with those who had come
to this land, and the wrath of God was
to be upon those who were gathered
together gaainst them in battle? Nephi
says that he beheld that the gentiles
that had gone out of captivity were de-
livered by the power of God, out of the
hands of all other nations, and he be-
held that they did prosper in the land.
The history of this nation is the ful-
filment of that prophecy. But I would
call your attention to a later scripture
—probably 75 years later than the one
just read to you—spoken through the
mouth of the prophet Jacob, a successor
to Nephi, also having reference to the
future of this nation and this land:
	"Wherefore, because of their iniqui-
ties, destructions, famines, pestilences,
and bloodshed, shall come upon them;
and they who shall not be destroyed,
shall be scattered among all nations"—
the destruction of Israel, the scattering
of the people of Israel, we recognize as
an accomplished fact; but, with refer-
ence to that, the Lord says:
	"When the day cometh that they
shall believe in me, that I am Christ,
then have I covenanted with their fath-
ers that they shall be restored in the
flesh, upon the earth, unto the lands
of their inheritance"—and the lands of
the inheritance of the house of Israel
are on the eastern continent. Continu-
ing the Scripture:
	"And it shall come to pass that they
shall be gathered in from their long
dispersion, from the isles of the sea,
and from the four parts of the earth;
and the nations of the gentiles shall
be great in the eyes of me, saith God,
in carrying them forth to the lands of
their inheritance.

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"Yea, the kings of the gentiles shall
be nursing fathers unto them, and their
queens shall become nursing mothers:
wherefore, the promises of the Lord
are great unto the gentiles, for He hath
spoken it, and who can dispute?
	"But behold, this land, saith God,
shall be a land of thine inheritance,
and the gentiles shall be blessed upon
the land.
	"And this land shall be a land of
liberty unto the gentiles, and there
shall be no kings upon the land, who
shall raise up unto the gentiles:
	"And I will fortify this land against
all other nations;
	"And he that fighteth against Zion
shall perish, saith God." (II Nephi, x:
6-13.)
	The Latter-day Saints hold that this
the western continent, the land of
America, is the land of Zion, and they
have no fears as to the future, for they
hold dear and sacred this declaration
that this land shall be fortified against
all other nations and shall be, forever,
a land of liberty—not unto the house of
Israel alone, but unto every honest
soul, unto every one who will seek to
do right.

CONSECRATED LAND OF LIBERTY.

	Strange, is it not, that if these Scrip-
tures were spurious, that if this volume
had been written for an ulterior pur-
pose, that it should be so full of pro-
mise unto the people who are not con-
sidered as of the house of Israel, and
not members of this Church. The
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints proclaims that this is a land
of religious liberty, and we as a people
claim the privilege of worshiping Al-
mighty God according to the dictates
of our own conscience, and allow all
men the same privilege; let them wor-
ship how, where, or what they may.
	"There shall be no kings upon this
land." Mark it; see whether history
shall prove the truth of that prophecy
or not. There have been attempts, as
every student of history knows, to set
up kingdoms upon this land where no
kingdom shall thrive, until the king-
dom of heaven is established, with the
King of Kings in control. You know
how, in the first half of the last cen-
tury, a determined effort was made to
establish a monarchy, an empire, in
what is now a sister republic of ours
to the south. The effort might have
been spared, and Maximillian might
have escaped death at the hands of the
executioner. The attempt was doomed
to be futile, for One who is greater
than emperor, king or czar, had de-
clared that there should be no kings
upon this land. And all but the young-
est of you here present can remem-
ber how the name of empire and em-
peror were still held in Brazil until the
year 1889 when Pedro, the second, was
shorn of his power and by a bloodless
revolution and change in government
was transferred beyond the seas.

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	NO KINGS IN AMERICA.

	My friends, it is part of the gospel of
Jesus Christ, that there shall be no
kings upon this land. The soil isn't	

fit for plants of royal growth; they
don't flourish here. We believe that
governments derive their just powers
from the consent of the governed; that
we choose our officers and then that
it becomes our duty to honor them in
their station, but not to give them im-
perial power. Did I make my meaning
clear when I said that patriotism
should be a part of our religion? These
prophecies have had reference not only
to the development of theological truths
and revelations on spiritual matters,
but they have given us in detail the
plans of the Lord with respect to the
affairs of the people, to their govern-
ment–to their political parties, if you
please. Not all of us are true to the
best. Some of us profess to be free
when, after all, we are slaves. Oh
liberty! what crimes have been com-
mitted in thy name; and even as it
hath been said that the day shall come
when many will come before the bar
of God and say, "In Thy name we
have healed the sick; in Thy name we
have cast out evil spirits; in Thy name
we have done many great and mighty
things;" and the Lord shall say, "De-
part, I never knew you;" even so shall
many rise up and say: In the name of
liberty have we done much; in the
name of liberty have we said much;
and it shall be decreed unto them that
they have no spark of the spirit of lib-
erty in their souls. For the man who
would oppress his brother and take
from him the right which he demands
for imself, is not a free man, and is not
fit to be entrusted with the privileges
of freedom. Oh, so often do we find
greater liberties within our reach
than we know how to use, and then
we degrade liberty into license,
and become oppressors. Much has
been said of late regarding the better-
ment of the condition of the laboring
man. We have been told that the la-
borer has been required to work too
many hours a day, and the "eight-hour
law" has become a fact in many of
the states, our own amongst others.
The laborer who can use his time well
will be blest with leisure. Cut down
his working hours, for all the hours
you can give him are well used; but
there are, amongst us, men not to be
reckoned by the score, or the hundred,
but by the thousand, who have not yet
learned to use their time profitably or
righteously, and every spare hour you 
give them is a contribution to their de-
gradation. It were better for them
that the lash of necessity drove them
to their work and kept them from
themselves, for when they are not
working that they may eat, they are
working in the devil's employ. Liber-
ties are coming to us faster than we
are prepared for them, and have not
some of us too great a measure of free-
dom? But the hand of the Lord is
over the people, and His good gifts will
be abused by some; yet, for the benefit

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of those who can use them as they
should be used, He continues His giv-
ing. Putting hours of leisure at the
disposal of men who are always doing
wickedly when left to themselves, is
worse than casting precious pearls be-
for swine.
	I call your attention to the declara-
tion, the prophecy that there should
be no kings upon this land, and ask
you to consider modern instances of
kingdoms transformed into republics,
of one-man power being put down, and
the voice of the people being made su-
preme. May the Lord hasten the day
when the voice of the people will be
in very truth the voice of God. Then
all will be well upon the land. But
to show you the consistency of this
volume of Scripture, from which I have
read, I want to ask you to consider
one instance of a man who thought
that he could make himself a king.
Just about a century before the birth
of Christ, when this former record was
extant among the people, Helaman, the
prophet, with several associates, had
been preaching. The gospel had been
accepted by many, and rejected by
many.
	"And it came to pass that as many
as would not hearken to the words of
Helaman and his brethren, were gath-
ered together against their brethren.
	"And now behold, they were exceed-
ing wroth, insomuch that they were de-
termined to slay them.
	"Now the leader of those who were
wroth against their brethren, was a
large and a strong man; and his name
was Amalickiah.
	"And Amalickiah was desirous to be
king; and those people who were
wroth, were also desirous that he
should be their king; and they were the
greater part of them the lower judges
of the land; and they were seeking for
power.
	"And they had been led by the flat-
terers of Amalickiah, that if they
would support him and establish him
to be their king, that he would make
them rulers over the people.
	"Thus they were led away by Ama-
lickiah to dissensions, notwithstanding
the preaching of Helaman and his
brethren; yea, notwithstanding their
exceeding great care over the church,
for they were high priests over the 
church.
	"And there were many in the church
who believed in the flattering words of
Amalickiah; therefore they dissented
even from the church; and thus were
the affairs of the people of Nephi ex-
ceeding precarious and dangerous, not-
withstanding their great victory which
they had had over the Lamanites, and
their great rejoicings which they had
had, because of their deliverance by the
hands of the Lord.
	"Thus we see how quick the children
of men do forget the Lord their God;
yea, how quick to do iniquity, and to
be led away by the evil one."

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	The scribe then goes on to tell how
natural it was that these results
should have come upon the people;
then taking up the thread of historic
narrative, he says:
	"And now it came to pass that when
Moroni, who was the chief commander
of the armies of the Nephites, had
heard of these dissensions, he was
angry with Amalickiah.
	"And it came to pass that he rent
his coat, and he took a piece hereof,
and wrote upon it, in memory of our
God, our religion and freedom, and
our peace, our wives, and our chil-
dren; and he fastened it upon the end
of a pole thereof.
	"And he fastened on his head-plate,
and his breast-plate, and his shields,
and girded on his armor about his
loins; and he took the pole, which had
on the end thereof his rent coat, (and
he called it the title of liberty,) and
he bowed himself to the earth, and he
prayed mightily unto his God, for the
blessings of liberty to rest upon his
brethren so long as there should a
band of Christmas remain to possess
the land;
	"For thus were all the true believers
of Christ, who belonged to the Church
of God, called by those who did not
belong to the Church;
	"And those who did belong to the
Church were faithful; yea, all those
who were true believers in Christ,
took upon them, gladly, the name of
Christ or Christians, as they were
called, because of their belief is
Christ, who should come;
	"And therefore, at this time, Moroni
prayed that the cause of the Chris-
tians, and the freedom of the land
might be favored.
	"And it come to pass that when he
had poured out his soul to God, he
gave all the land which was south of
the land Desolation: yea and in fine
all the land, both on the north and
on the south, a chosen land, and the
land of liberty.
	"And he said, surely God shall not
suffer that we, who are despised be-
caus we take upon us the name of
Christ, shall be trodden down and
destroyed, until we bring it upon us
by our own transgressions.
	"And when Moroni had said these
words, he went forth among the peo-
ple, waving the rent of his garment
in the air, that all might see the
writing which he had wrote upon the
rent, and crying with a loud voice, say-
ing,
	"Behold, whosoever will maintain
this title upon the land, let them come
forth in the strength of the Lord, and
enter into a covenant that they will
maintain their rights, and their reli-
gion, that the Lord God may bless
them." (Alma 46:1—20.)
	The following part of the record tells
how the people assembled together in
the name of the Lord, following the
title of liberty as their banner,
and re-established liberty upon
this land in that far distant
day. It has been said that
history repeats itself. In this case,
indeed, it would seem that that de-
claraion had a fulfillment. The war
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great strife for liberty upon Ameri-
can soil, and the raising of the Ameri-
can flag was not the first title of
liberty that was here flung to the
breeze. Even as the Nephites of old
came forth to fight for their free-
dom, the freedom of their families,
so in after times did the people
maintain their rights upon this soil
of freedom and land of liberty.

    MODERN PROPHECY FULFILLED

	In view of the fact that I have ask-
ed your attention to this volume of
sacred Scripture which perhaps is not
very well known to those who are not
members of this Church, permit me to
say that this is not the only Scripture,
besides the Bible, which we have. I
ask your attention, further, to
the fact that the Lord has not
ceased to foretell the events of the
nation and to make His promises unto
those who are ready and willing to
hear. In the year 1832, speaking
through the mouth of the Prophet
Joseph Smith, the Lord gave a revela-
tion unto the people—remember the
date. This prophecy, as I now read
it to you, was published and scattered
broadcast in England as early as 1851
—ten years before the great struggle
broke out between the North and the
South:
	"Verily, thus saith the Lord, con-
cerning the wars that will shortly
come to pass, beginning at the rebel-
lion of South Carolina, which will
eventually terminate in the death and
misery of many souls.
	"The days will come that war will
be poured out upon all nations, be-
ginning at that place.
	"For behold, the southern states
shall be divided against the northern
states, and the southern states will
call on other nations even the nation
of Great Britain, as it is called, and
they shall also call upon other na-
tions, in order to defend themselves
against other nations: and thus war
shall be poured out upon all nations.
	"And it shall come to pass, after
many days, slaves shall rise up
against their masters, who shall be
marshalled and disciplined for war."
	I repeat to you that this prophecy
was in print and within the reach of
all who were willing to spend a penny
to buy it, as early as the year 1851.
This predicting the future in national
affairs, the revealing of wars to come,
even in detail, unto His chosen proph-
ets, is not a bygone habit of the
Lord's: it was not confined to ancient
days but is characteristic of the very
age in which we live. The Latter-day
Saints are proud of what has been ac-
complished in this once "Western
Desert" since the coming of the pio-
neers on the 24th day of July, 1847:
but in 1842 the Prophet Joseph Smith
had predicted that the people would
move to the Rocky Mountains, a re-
gion then but little known, and that
they would there become a great and

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a powerful people. When the pio-
neers entered this valley, there was
no hesitation about their acts; they
did not go to work in the way of ex-
periment to see whether, after all, 

this were the best place to tarry.
When their leader said, "This is the
place," they established themselves
here to stay. The people have been
here ever since, and they are going
to remain. All others who come are
welcome. We want the help of hon-
est men, but the Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints is going
to stay here, with its headquarters
where established. It will spread; it
will extend its influence over the
whole land; and even as the prophe-
cies made unto the Nephites of old
have had their fulfilment, so the pre-
dictions that have been made in the
present dispensation shall receive
their fulfilment. This is a church of
the people; it is not local in its appli-
cation, nor are its benefits confined
to the select few; it is open to all na-
tions, kindreds, tongues and peoples.
Nevertheless, as far as its origin was
concerned, its place of origin, it is the
one American church. Its character-
istic scriptures have had their begin-
ning here, and one reason why the
Lord chose to establish His Church
with a beginning upon American soil
was that that was the best soil to be
found, on the face of the earth, for
that kind of a planting.
	I am aware of the fact that at the
Columbian exposition, when Brah-
manism was represented, and Moham-
medanism, and Shintoism, and the
various divisions of so-called Christi-
anity were represented, this Ameri-
can church was denied a voice in the
affairs of the parliament of religions.
We have no resentment against the
people for that blunder: we have had
to put up with the effects and results
of ignorance before, and are still will-
ing to bear, having only commisera-
tion and pity in our souls for those
who will not inform themselves.
There are wayfaring men today who
do not read; it is their own fault. This
Church has been established in ac-
cordance with prophecy, and it could
be established only in a free land. It
is a church that will flourish in the
midst of a free nation. May we ever
be true to the principles of freedom,
granting unto all others the same
rights and privileges which we de-
mand for ourselves, is my prayer for
all of us, in the name of the God of
liberty, Amen.

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July 18. Sunday. Attended by	<
>
appointment Sunday
School Union in Pioneer
Stake. Addressed Super-
intendents' department and
the general assembly. In the
evening attended by invi-
tation of the new bishop-
ric, sacrament meeting
in 19th Ward and was
the sole speaker of the
evening.
July 19. Attended Stake Priesthood 
meeting in the evening.
" 20 Attended D. S. S. Union 
Board meeting.
" 24. Pioneer Day. Sterling left
last evening to spend the
day with Maia and the 
other children in Alpine.
I remained in the city and
devoted the day to literary
work for the Church,- or
more specifically to writing
lessons on the "Apostasy" for
the Y. L. M. I. A.

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July 25. Sunday. By appointment
attended Stake Sunday
School Union of the Salt
Lake Stake - held in the
16th Ward Chapel, and officiated
in the reorganization of
the Stake Superintendency.
In the evening attended
by request the sacrament
meeting in Second Ward,
and delivered the address
of the evening. The occasion
was the first sacrament
meeting held in the new
chapel. The building is
not yet completed, but the
basement floor is in fit
condition for occupancy,
and ward meetings are to
be held here until the
upper floors are completed.
" 26 Attended Ward Priesthood
Meeting; presided at the
general assembly in the
absence of the bishopric
and conducted the work

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of the High Priests' division	<
>
or class.
July 27. Attended D.S.S.U. meeting,
after which Elders Seymour
B. Young and Levi W. Richards
and I visited Elder George
Reynolds who is lying very
ill.
" 29. Went to Park City by morning
train, in company with	
Solon Shiro manager of
Silver King Consolidated Mini-
ing Co., and Dr. E. R. Zalins-
ki, who, like myself, is
engaged in so called "expert"
work in connection with
pending litigation. From
Park City, we drove to the
mine, where we "put up". In
the early afternoon we
crossed the hill to the
Silver King Coalition Mines,
and spend rest of day
on the 1300 foot level,
returning to headquarters
at night.

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August 1. Sunday. Since last entry
have spent each day in
the S. K. Coalition Mines
returning to headquarters
at night. Today returned
to Salt Lake City.
" 2. This evening is the time
for the weekly priesthood
meeting of the ward. Re-
ported for duty, but learned
that the sessions have
been discontinued during
the remaining summer
weeks.
" 7 Went to Tooele by morning
train; inspected parts of
adjacent canyons in
company with C. R. McBride.
Returned to the city by
evening train.
" 8 Sunday. Forenoon meeting
of the High Priests' quo-
rum of Ensign Stake.
Was one of several speakers,
making reports of progress
in the ward classes.

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Aug. 9. Wife, Paul, Elsie, & Karl
returned tonight from
the family "camp" in Alpine.
They come to enjoy the
proceedings incident to
the annual encampment
of the Grand Army of the
Republic (the "G. A. R") be-
ginning today and scheduled
to continue through the
current week. The city is
in gala dress, flags and
bunting displayed–every-
where. For this night
there had been announ-
ced a parade incident
to the first appearance
of the "Wizard of the
Wasatch", but a violent
electrical storm, with a
heavy downpour of rain
scattered those taking
part in the parade.
Aug. 10. Festivities incident to
the encampment con-
tinue.

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Aug. 11 The great parade of 
the veterans of the 
G. A. R. took place today. 
A notable feature was 
the "living flag,"-  composed 
of about 2000 children 
dressed in the national 
colors, and arranged on 
a terraced stand to 
form the stripes and
the blue field of the 
national flag. The stars 
were made of pasteboard 
and were held by blue-
clad children. A concert 
in the tabernacle and 
a display of fireworks 
on Ensign Park completed 
the festivities of the day. 
"13. The encampment was 
formally closed today, after 
a full week of display 
and formal procedure. 
The visitors have been 
loud in their praise 
of the hospitality extended

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by the city, and by citizens
individually.
Aug. 14. A parade of the "living
flag" was held this
evening. Several of the
children were affected
by the heat on the 11th
the day of the G. A. R. 
parade. At 9 p.m. the
pageant of the Wizard
of the Wasatch was held.
" 15. Sunday. Went to Farming-
ton and attended Davis
Stake Sunday School 
Union. Addressed the Theol-
ogical Dept. and the
assembled Union, as also
the Ward sacrament service
at the last named meet-
ing I was one of three
speakers, the others being
home missionaries Returned.
" 16. Attended Stake priesthood 
meeting at night.
" 22. Sunday. Maia and Karl
returned to Alpine today.

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Aug. 29. Sunday. Address by request
at the morning prayer
meeting.
" 31. Deseret Sunday School Union
meeting.
Sept. 1. Telegraph despatches of this
date announce that Dr.
Frederick Cook of Brooklyn,
N. Y. reached the north
pole April 21, 1908, and is 
now returning on a 
Danish steamer bound
for Copenhagen. The news
is given in a message
telegraphed by the captain
of the vessel from Lerwick.
Needless to say great
excitement has been
aroused by the an-
nouncement. Details are
eagerly awaited. 
" 2. Wife and Karl returned
home today; the rest of
the family are to follow
soon. They have been
visiting in Alpine & Provo.

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Sept. 4. Telegraphic word is to 
the effect that Dr Cook 
who claims to have reach-
ed the north pole in 
April 1908 arrived at 
Copenhagen today, and 
that he claims to have 
ample data to establish 
the genuineness of his 
achievment. 
Sept. 5. Sunday: Address at the morning 
Fast-day Service in the temple, 
as one of many speakers; 
also at the afternoon fast- 
day service in the 27th Ward.
Sept. 113. Since the world-startling an-
nouncement by Dr Frederick 
Cook that he reached the 
north pole in April 1908, 
comes word from Commander 
Robt. E. Peary, of long es-
tablished arctic fame, 
that the last of his ex- 
peditions in quest of the 
pole has been successful, 
and that he reached the

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goal so long sought, on
April 6, 1909. Peary is
now returning from his
long journey, and sends
word by wireless from the
first station reached.
He avers that Cook is
anything but a truthful
man, and that he has
proof that Cook did
not reach the pole.
Newspaper comment is
intensely bitter on both
sides, though Dr Cook
appears to maintain
a comparatively dignified
attitude.
Sept. 12. Sunday. Address at the
early morning prayer meeting.
" 14. Social party at home in
honor of our son Sterling,
who is called to take
a mission to Great Britain.
He is under appointment
to leave Sept. 24, with
other missionaries.

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Reception
to be given September 17, 1909, in honor of 
	Elder Sterling B. Talmage 
 prior to his departure on a mission
		to Great Britain

[Photo of Sterling]

	Twenty-seventh Ward Chapel
	Corner Fourth and P Streets

Program at 8:15 sharp	Voluntary Contributions received at the door	

	SKELTON PUB. CO., SALT LAKE CITY

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Program
	—
1. Anthem.......... Choir. 
2. Prayer. 
3. Piano Solo..........Hazel Dorius. 
4. Tenor Solo (with Violin Obligato) ..... Joseph Poll. 
5. Recitation ......... Myra Bywater. 
6. Soprano Solo .......... Bessie Smith. 
7. Tenor Solo ....... Hyrum J. Christiansen. 
8. Violin Solo ............. Herman Schettler. 
<Sep> 9. Soprano Solo ............ Ivy Paul

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10. Recitation................................................Irene White.
11. Soprano Solo..........................................Lois Dunyon.
12. Quartet...................................R.H. Siddoway, John Robinson,
							S. Winter, Andrew Peterson.
13. Reading...................................................Margaret Caldwell.
14. Cornet Solo.............................................Mr. Fink.
15. Baritone Solo..........................................Melvin Peterson.
16. Remarks.
17. Presentation............................................Lucy G. Cannon.
18. Response.................................................Missionary.
19. Anthem....................................................Choir. 
20. Prayer.

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[The following paragraph is labeled "Sept. 17." in left margin]
Farewell entertainment in
the ward, incident to
Sterling's prospective
departure. The occasion was
an impressive one. In ac-
cordance with a standing
custom, voluntary contribu-
tions were received; the
amount presented at the
meeting was $55.20. The
program was an excellent
one; and the expressions
of hearty good will were
all that could be desired.

[The following is attached to page upside down]
		COMMITTEE.
Orson Allen	Jessie L. Maxwell	Thos. H. Ash
Louie W. Davies	Anthony Fisher
Annie Cartwright	Phares W. Dunyon.

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Sept. 18. Social party given by
Dr C.F. Wilcox and family
at their residence in honor
of Sterling, and of Bro.
Preston Richards who is
about to leave for the
east to continue his studies.
" 19. Sunday. Stake conference
of the Ensign Stake.
" 20. Today I finished reading
to a committee consisting
of the First Presidency.
Apostles John Henry Smith
and Orson F. Whitney,
Elders Eddw Edw. H. Anderson,
Jos. F. Smith Jr. and others,
the manuscript for a 
little book, to be entitled
"The Great Apostasy". The
committee has had several
sittings, of which today's
was the last. By request
I undertook to prepare a
series of eight lessons on
"The Apostacy", for use in
the Y. L. M. I. A. during the

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current year. These lessons
are now running in the
monthly issues of the
Young Womens' Journal, the
first lesson having appeared
in the July issue. While
writing the lessons I was
impressed with the need
of a brief compendium
of facts bearing on the
great subject, for use of
our missionaries and students
of our theology in general.
I therefore enlarged the
lessons, and prepared a
small work under the
title given. On my request
that the First Presidency
appoint a committee to
examine the work, the
presiding brethren created
the committee named. The
committee endorses the work
and urges its publication
without delay. Chapter VI will
appear in the "Era" for November.

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Sept. 21. Forty-seven years old today. 
" 22. Attended evening party 
in Sterling's honor. It 
was in the nature of a 
surprise by his associates 
in the 27th Ward Sunday 
School. 
" 23. Was present with Sterling 
at the Temple Annex, where 
with a number of other 
missionaries he was set 
apart for his mission. 
We spent a pleasant 
evening with him at 
home, and I gave him 
a father's blessing. 
" 24. Sterling left by evening 
train. He is one of a 
fairly large party under 
the presidency of Elder 
John M. Young. The party 
left under pleasant 
auspices. We feel that 
this an important day in 
our family history. May the 
spirit of his calling be

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with the boy; and may 
he, in due time return
to us in safety and
honor.
Today, William Howard
Taft, President of the United
States arrived in Salt Lake
City, in the course of his
trans-continental journey.
Fitting preparation had
been made for his re-
ception, and his arrival
was marked by a mem-
orable demonstration.
Sept. 25. Went to Saltair as one
of a specially invited
party on the presidential
train. Prest. Taft appeared
to be greatly impressed
by the beauties of the
Great Salt Lake. I had
the privilege of conversing
with him on the resources
of the west, and partic-
ularly of the chemis wealth
of our inland sea.

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Immediately after the
return to the city a
special organ recital
was given in the taber-
nacle at which the
President was the guest of 
honor.
Sept. 26 Sunday. Tabernacle services
in the forenoon, at which
Prest Taft delivered an
impressive address. He
took for his text, "A soft
answer turneth away wrath;
but grievous words stir up
anger." (Prov 15:1). After
the service the President
received the school chil-
dren of the city, who had 
been marshalled along
South Temple shut, ex-
tending virtually from the
Eagle Gate eastward to
11th East St. A feature of
the review was the Living 
Flag, in which children 
garbled in approriate

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colors were grouped on
a terraced stand so as
to represent the national
flag. Several hundred
children took part in
the flag demonstration.
The President left the
city shortly after noon.
In the afternoon wife and
I attended the ward fast-
day meeting in 27th Ward.
I was one of many speakers.
This sabbath is observed
as fast-day in the city
stakes owing to the ap-
pointment for general
conference a week hence.
Sept. 27. Special committee meeting
at the President's Office, to
consider a proposed article
by the First Presidency on
"The Origin of Man". Ward
priesthood meeting at night
" 28. On witness stand in
U. S. Land Office court, in
case involving nature of

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September.

 alleged coal lands in
Sanpete County.
" 29. Maia's birthday. She is
fresh and charming at
41. May her years be
many and her happiness
complete.
	Today I received diploma
as a life fellow of the 
Royal Scottish Geographical
Society (F.R.S.G.S.) For several
years I have been a cor-
responding member of
the Society, and am now
honored by election to
fellowship. The distinction
is appreciated the more,
as it is in a sense
honorary inasmuch as
the customary fees are
waived.
" 30 Committee meeting for
further consideration of
the article on "The Origin
of Man". Meeting was
held at my office.

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Today arrangements were 
made for the publication
of "The Great Apostasy." After
listening to the reading of
the manuscript, the 
First Presidency offered to
purchase the copyright,
and to have the little
book published by the
Church. I was averse to
selling the copyright,
and had practically ar-
ranged for the publica-
tion myself. My desire is
to have the book sold at
as low a price as pos-
sible. If it be worth
publishing it should be
made as accessible as
possible, if unworthy,
it ought not to be
printed. Of course I
appreciate the honor
shown by the Church
authorities in their
offer; nevertheless I have

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hesitated to accept it.
A committee appointed by
the First Presidency has
conferred with me. This com-
mittee consisted of Apostles
John Henry Smith, George
F. Richards and Anthony
W. Ivins. Today an agree-
ment was signed by
Joseph F. Smith, trustee-
in-trust, and myself,
by which I am to assign
the copyright to the
Church, and the Church
is to pay me $300000. I
am satisfied with the
amount and consider
the terms fair and
equitable. The book
will be printed by the
Deseret News; and an
edition of 10,000 copies
is to be issued at once.
I have no voice in the
fixing of the price at
which the book will be sold.

[text perpendicular in left margin]
See Dec. 20, 1909.

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October
2. 	This is the day on which	 <
>
Sterling is to sail. The
party leaves Montreal, on
the White Star steamer
"Lamentic." We have heard
from Sterling in the course
of his overland journey, and
the news has been good news.
3. 	Sunday. Opening of the
80th Semi-annual conference
of the Church. Very large
attendance. Attended funeral
services over the remains of
Brother John Gibson 
27th Ward chapel, 4.30 p.m.
Bro. Gibson was stricken
with apoplexy a week
ago, today, and died on
Wednesday last. Services
were largely attended. The
speakers in the order of
their addresses were Bishop
M. Woolley of 21st Ward, Elder
Hamilton Y. Park, president
of High Priest's quorum to
which Bro. Gibson belonged,

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October.
3.  
 myself, Elder Geo. S Richards
of the Council of Twelve,
and Patriarch Jos. E. Taylor,
In the evening attended
general conference of the
Sunday Schools of the
Church. Following program
was rendered.

		    Semi-Annual Conference
 	        Deseret Sunday School Union
   		   Tabernacle, Salt Lake City,
     			Sunday, Oct. 3, 1909
	       			   7:30 p.m. 

				  PROGRAM
1–Solo and Chorus, "Calvary" (Rodney), Miss Ruby Geddes
	and Ogden Tabernacle Choir, Joseph Ballentyne, Director.
2–Prayer.
3–Chorus, "God is Our Refuge" (Dudley Buck), Ogden Taber-
	nacle Choir.
4–Roll call of Stakes and Missions and presentation of officers
	of Deseret Sunday School Union, by the Secretary.
5–"The Fourth Commandment"........Dr. James E. Talmage
6–Solo and Male Chorus, "It is not Death to Die" (from "Laz-
	arus" by Julian Edwards), Miss Myrtle Ballinger and Male
	Section Ogden Tabernacle Choir.
7–How to Interest the Boy who Doesn't Like Sunday School,"
	........................... Prof. Robert Lindsay McGhie
8–Chorus, "Hark, Hark My Soul!" (Housley), Ogden Tabern-
	nacle Choir.
9–"Parents as Guardians" ..............Elder Joseph J. Cannon
10–"Hosanna" (Granier) Elder Horace S. Ensign and Ogden
	Tabernacle Choir.
11–Five Minute Talks on "Influence of Sunday Schools in Mis-
	sioinary Work," by Mission Presidents to be Called by
	General Superintendent.
12–Remarks by General Superintendency.
13–Rain Scene from "Elijah" (Mendelssohn), Ogden Tabernacle
	Choir. Soloists: Elder Horace S. Ensign and Miss Mry-
	tle Ballinger.
14–Benediction.

	Officers of the Deseret Sunday School Union
JOSEPH F. SMITH        .          .          General Superintendent
DAVID O. McKAY     . First Asst. General Superintendent
STEPHEN L. RICHARDS  Second Asst. General Superntendent
GEORGE D. PYPER         .               .           General Secretary    
JOHN F. BENNETT        .            .           .    General Treasurer

 			         Members of the Board
Joseph F. Smith		John M. Mills			Wm. A. Morton
David O. Mckay		William D. Owen		Horace S. Ensign
Jos. W. Summerhays	Seymour B. Young		Stephen L. Richards
Levi W. Richards		George D. Pyper		Henry H. Rolapp
Francis M. Lyman		Henry Peterson		Harold G. Reynolds
Heber J. Grant			Anthon H. Lund		John Henry Smith
Hugh J. Cannon		John R. Winder		Charles B. Felt
Andrew Kimball 		James E. Talmage		George H. Wallace
James W. Ure			George M. Cannon		Howard R. Driggs 
John F. Bennett		Horace Cummings		Robert L. McGhie
					Josiah Burrows		Sylvester D. Bradford

THE DESERET NEWS

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5. October.
[Next paragraph labeled "" 4." in left margin]
General conference con-
tinued. General priesthood
meeting at night.
[Next paragraph labeled "" 5." in left margin]
Special priesthood meeting
during forenoon. No pub-
lic sessions of conference
held today.
[Next paragraph labeled "" 6." in left margin]
Last day of conference; ad-
journment was taken at
close of afternoon session.
[Next paragraph labeled "" 8." in left margin]
Reported on results of
sagebrush distillation; tests
on which have been made
render my direction. The
Chemical Products Co. of
Chicago has erected an
experimental plant here
and at the instance of
parties investigating the
process I was engaged to
superintend a test run.
The results form a sur-
prising demonstration of
the value of what is
so often regarded as
worse than waste.
[The following is written sideways in left margin next to above paragraph]
See entry for Oct. 30"/09.

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October.
<
>   8. Today wife went to Am-
erican Fork to attend 
funeral service of her
nephew, Royal Hunter. The
boy died from leakage of
the heart.
10.	Sunday. High Priests quo-
rum meeting during the
forenoon. I was one of
several speakers.
11.	Ward priesthood meeting
at night. As usual I
conducted the High
Priests' class.
Today we learned of the
safe arrival of the "Lament-
ic" at Liverpool. Cablegram
to the President's office
stated that all Utah
passengers were well. They
landed on the 8th inst.
	So our son is now in
the land of my birth. He
is of the fourth generation of
our family to testify of
the gospel in that land.

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October				   

13. Meeting with the First
Presidency and a committee
called at my instance to
examine certain plates and
pictures purporting to be
copies of tablets etc. found
in the mounds of Michigan.
The inscriptions suggest
analogy if not parallelism
with parts of the Book of
Mormon record. There was
present today beside the
First Presidency Elders John
Henry Smith, O.F. Whitney,
and A.W. Ivins of the
apostles (Bro. H.J. Grant
came in just before the
meeting closed) Elders B.H.
Roberts, Joel Ricks, Jno. M.
Mills, and Horace Cummings
The consensus of opinion
was that the alleged dis-
coveries should be investigated
If genuine they are certainly
of importance to Book
of Mormon students; but

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their genuineness is by
no means assured. The
plates (blue prints and
photographs) have come
into my hands as the out-
come of my meeting with
Prof. Wm C. Mills, State
Archeologist of Ohio (see
entry for May 22 last). Prof.
Mills has put me in
communication with a
Mr. Daniel Soper of
Detroit, Mich. whose alleged
discoveries of ancient
records in the Michigan
mounds was the subject
of today's conference. The
copies in my possession
were received from Mr. Soper.
Prof. Mills declared to me
his conviction that the
discoveries were genuine and
the tablets just what they
are represented to be – ancient
records; I am skeptical
however.

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October				     

16. Went to Provo accompanied
by Maia. We attended the
ceremonies incident to the
laying of the corner stone
of the Maeser Memorial
Building on College Hill.
Attended the afternoon
banquet and returned
home at night. Prest. Jos.
F. Smith officiated in
the laying of the stone.
" 17. Sunday. Attended 27th
Ward Sunday School, and
delivered a short address
" 24 Sunday- Elder Levi W. Rich-
ards and I attended Pioneer
Stake Sunday School Union
during afternoon. Delivered
short address. In the
evening addressed the
sacrament meeting in the
Twelfth-Thirteenth Ward.
Pleasant meeting with friends,
after the services at the
home of James H. Moyle.
Wife accompanied me.

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October

 " 25.	Letter received from Sterling
and one from Prest. C.
W. Penrose bring word
of Sterling's assignment
as a missionary elder to
Preston in the Liverpool
conference.
Tonight I conducted the
High Priests' class in the
Ward priesthood meetings
" 26 Afternoon session of the
Deseret Sunday School Union
Board. Attended and took
part in the proceedings,
" 30. The pleasant weather of the
last few weeks - quite the
usual condition in our
autumn months — was
broken today, by a rain
storm accompanied by wind,
which set in about 2
a.m., and which was
afterward followed by snow.
I mention this in view of
the fact that the storm
has been predicted by the

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Weather Bureau. The course
of the disturbance has
been followed from the time
it was manifest as a
typhoon on the coast of
Japan. The storm has
been chronicled on our Pacific
Coast, and has arrived
here in the intermountain
region as per
	In its evening
issue of this
date, the Deseret
News makes
announcement
of the forthcom-
ing book, "The
Great Apostasy"
as per accom-
panying clipping. 

[printed text in newpaper clipping attached]
		"THE GREAT APOSTASY."

	We are pleased to announce that a
book of special interest to our people
and to all inquirers into our faith and
doctrines will be issued in the 'next
few days from The Deseret News
press. The work is entitled "The
Great Apostasy, Considered in the
Light of Scriptual and Secular His-
tory;" and its author is Dr. James
E. Talmage.
	The apostasy of the Primitive Church
is an all-important subject in the
study of theology; and its study is es-
sential in the investigation of the
doctrines of the restored Church of
Christ. As explained in the preface,
the author's purpose has been that of
presenting a summary of the most im-
portant evidences of the decline and
final cessation of the Church as orig-
inally established: and this summary
comprises an analysis of the facts set
forth in sacred writ and of those
found on the pages of history other
than scriptural. It is adapted to the
use of theological classes, quorum or-
ganizations, as also to missionary eld-
ers in the field and to all investigators
of Latter-day Saint theology,
	The little work contains 176 pages,
comprising ten chapters with copious
notes at the end of each chapter. The
book is well printed, is of convenient
form, and the cost is so low as to place
it within the reach of all. The cloth-
bound copy sells at sixty cents, and
all orders should be addressed to the
Deseret News Book Store.

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[The following paragraph is labeled "October 30" in left margin]
The "Deseret News," of this
evening, also comments on
the results of the recent
sagebrush distillation test, con-
ducted under my direction. The
clipping is attached:—

[The following newspaper clippings appear on page]
[Column 1]
SAGEBRUSH TESTS
	SHOW BIG VALUES

Dr. Talmage Reports Successful
	Showing at Local Demon-
		stration Plant.

GREAT YIELD OF FINE GAS.

Twenty Thousand Cubic Feet From
	One Cord of the Wood—Enterprise
		Promises Large Returns.

	That the claims advanced by the
Chemical Products company in regard
to the commercial value of sagebrush
are in all respects true, is the gist of
the report of Dr. James E. Talmage of
this city, who conducted a series of
tests with a demonstration plant built
in this city a few weeks ago. A start-
ling result of the test was a disclosure
of intense interest in the world of com-
mercial chemistry, or chemical engi-
neering. This disclosure is that with
proper management, the sagebrush may
be forced in the process to yield up an
illuminating gas of great volume and
of intense heat when burning as fuel.
So important has this disclosure been
regarded that one of the attorneys for
the local gas company has advised ex-
haustive research work to determine if
it would not be advisable to use the
sagebrush in the local gas plant instead
of coal.

[Column 2]
	Regarding the yield from the sage-
brush, Dr. Talmage reports:
	The charge for the test run was 100
pounds of sagebrush cut to lengths of
from 12 to 14 inches. The wood was cut
two days before the test and was ap-
parently somewhat green. The fire un-
der the retort of special design was
started at 8:25 a. m. and discontinued at
8 p. m. of the same day. The next
morning the retort was opened and an
amount of charcoal slightly in excess
of 30 pounds was withdrawn. Five pints
of thick tar had dripped into a trap.
The distillate taken from the receptacle
an hour after firing was discontinued
was submitted to Dr. W. C. Ebaugh,
professor of chemistry at the university
of Utah. The report of Dr. Ebaugh
shows:
	RESULTS OF ANALYSIS.
	From the container was taken 1.6
pints of tar and 57 pints of crude acetic
acid, etc. The tar unavoidably mixed
with some of the aqueous solution
amounted to 750 cubic centimeters, and
upon distillation yielded 34 cubic cen-
timeters of wood oil, 129 cubic centi-
meters of creosote, 110 cubic centime-
ters of aqueous distillate. The 37 pints
of aqueous distillate as noted contained
per litre: 36 grams of wood alcohol
and 153 grams of acetic acid (100 per
cent strength).
	From figures as to value of the prod-
uct received from a wholesale drug
firm, the value of the product derived
from 4,000 pounds of sagebrush sub-
mitted to the distillation process is re-
ported as follows: Wood oil, 58 cents;
creosote, $4.62; pitch, $1.15; wood alco-
hol, $4.07; acetic acid, $19.20; charcoal,
$7.32—a total value of $36.94.
	Dr. Talmage declares that the char-
coal is of superior quality and should
not be used as fuel, but made use of
in the manufacture of artists' crayons,
medicinal tablets and blow pipe
blocks, the demand for which is great
and the supply of grape vine and hem-
lock woods, used in the manufacture
of such charcoal, vastly deficient.
	No estimate is made of the value
of the calcium carbonate and the pitch
is said to be of doubtful value and
Dr. Talmage recommends that these
items be eliminated and the value of
the product from the distillation of
4,000 pounds of sagebrush be given as
$35.79. As to acetic acid, Dr. Talmage
remarks that its production is inter-
changeable with acetone

[The following is written sideways on above article]
Deseret News
	October 30, 1909.
[The following is written sideways in left margin]
See entry for Oct. 8, 1909.

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Dr. Talmage says in concluding his
report:
CONDITIONS AFFECTING VALUE.
	"In my judgment the returns speci-
fied in your prospectus are below the
prospective yield in terms of chemical
compounds of value. For the quota-
tions of market values I am in no way
responsible. (The prices were furnish-
ed Dr. Talmage by a local wholesale 
drug concern.)
	"As explained to your general man-
ager in an early interview, the value 
depends upon two essential points:
	"(1) Have you successfully mastered
all mechanical and minor difficulties
of treatment so as to guarantee a
profitable operation? To this your
answer is in the affirmative on the
basis of experience.
	"(2) Have you an assured market for
your products? To this you reply to
me that the profitable marketing of
your product is certain.
	"I believe your process promises
great returns for the capital to be
invested, and I heartily commend your
enterprise to the attention of local
capitalists and investors. While my
personal connection with your experi-
mental demonstration has been wholly
one of professional engagement, with-
out request or suggestion that I be-
come an interested party in the enter-
prise, I beg to say that I am so firmly
convinced of your prospective success
that I shall gladly welcome any op-
portunity to be associated with you in
the establishment of a plant in Utah."
	Dr. Talmage stated to The News in
an interview with him today that the
yield in commercial gas for illumina-
tion and fuel from a cord of sage-
brush in the process may be as high
as 20,000 cubic feet.

Oct. 31. Sunday. By appointment
I addressed Parents' Class
in Eleventh Ward Sunday
School during forenoon;
subject; "Rule and Law".
During afternoon attended
funeral services in 27th Ward
over remains of Elder Thomas
Moss; and was one of
many speakers at the funeral

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Oct.


31. After attending sacrament
meeting in our own ward
Wife and I spent pleasant
evening with friends as the
guests of Bro. & Sis. W. W.
Riter at their home.
Nov. 1. Conducted High Priests' class
at the 27th Ward Priesthood
Meeting.
" 2. Attended weekly meeting of
the Deseret Sunday School
Union Board.
" 5. Attended "Old-Time Ball" at
the Social Hall.
" 7 Sunday: Morning prayer
meeting in Temple. Then
followed Temple fast-meeting
during forenoon; afternoon
fast-meeting in 27th Ward.
In the evening I lectured
in 17th Ward under aus-
pices of the Mutual Im-
provement Associations,
on "The Apostasy."

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November.			

8. The little book "The Great 
Apostasy" is issued and
placed on sale today by
the Deseret News". An edition
of 10000 copies has been printed.
Meeting of board of
directors of the Utah
Health League at my
office tonight.
" 9. Interview with First Presi-
dency,&nbsp;as a result of
which I shall probably
leave for the east to-
morrow. The purpose of
my prospective journey is
that of looking into the
matter of the alleged
discoveries of ancient
records in Michigan.
(See entries for May 22
and October 13 this year).
" 10. Left Salt Lake City by
Los Angeles Limited at
noon. Incipient snow storm
in progress at the time.
snow in Wyoming tonight.

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November

 12. First stage of journey
accomplished without any
incident of note. Took
room at Great Northern
in Chicago where I ar-
rived about noon. After
part of day spent in
business.
13. Took night train from
Chicago for Detroit, Mich.
via Michigan Central.
" 14. Sunday. Arrived at
Detroit 8.30 a.m. Took
room at Pontchartrain
hotel. I had scarcely
settled myself in my
room when I was called
upon by Mr. Daniel
E. Soper with whom I
have had correspondence
as to the alleged finds
of archeological material,
and to whom I had
wired time of my
leaving Salt Lake City
after a short visit to

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his office where he showed
me some slate tablets
inscribed with both picto-
graphs and hieroglyphics
we went out to Palmer
Park where some mounds
are said to have yielded
valuable material. About
4 p.m. we went to the
Holy Trinity Rectory where
we met the Catholic Dean
Father James Savage whose
invitation to me to visit
Detroit was equally ur-
gent with that of Mr.
Soper. Met here Father
Crow and other Catholic
priests. Dined at the
Rectory, and spent the
evening examining Father
Savages' extensive collec-
tion and in discussing
the subject generally. It
was midnight when Mr.
Soper accompanied me
back to the hotel.

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Nov.
14. - <
> I find that both Mr. Soper
and Father Savage know
of the seeming parallel-
ism between the picto-
graphs they have un-
earthed and the Book
of Mormon record. They
discussed the matter
quite freely. The inscrip-
tions are found on
slate and clay tablets,
and on plates of
chilled copper. These
plates when properly
held and struck are
are resonant as a bell.
The charge of fraud
and forgery has been
made in correction with
these discoveries, - notably
in a paper by Prof.
Francis W. Kelsey of the
University of Michigan,
published in "American
Anthropologist" Vol. 10,
No. 1, Jan. -  March 1908.

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Prof. Kelsey has written
to me reiterating the
charge of fraud. On
the other hand, Prof.
Wm. C. Mills of the
University of Ohio is
equally insistent that
the finds are surely gen-
uine. He states to me
that he has taken
part in the work of
opening the mounds
and that tablets, copper
weapons — ax-heads, knives,
spear points, etc together
with gorgets etc, have
been found in 12 to 14
counties of Michigan.
Practically every piece from
these mounds, tablets,
weapons, ornaments, etc.
whether of slate, baked
clay, or copper, bears
this mark. [A drawing of said mark]

Variations occur, sometimes the

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characters occur more as
five wedges, but evidently
the same inscription is
intended. Father Savage
and Mr. Soper report
having already secured 
several tablets in all
giving mainly in picto—
graph from the account
of the Deluge — includ—
ing the preaching by Noah,
the ark afloat, the
dove liberated, the
resting of the ark, and 
the disembarking. On 
the reverse side in
some tablets appears
the calendar disk — or
Zodiac; and in others
in place of this, is the
pictographic representa—
tion of the Tower of
Babel. The discoveries
are certainly surprising
and I await opportunity
of fuller examination.

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November.			

15.  As per arrangements made
last night, met Mr. Soper
this morning, and after a
meal together, at the hotel
we went by "Log Cabin" car
via Woodward Avenue to
station close to the great
"Oldsmobile" factory for
automobiles. Here we were 
met by James O. Scotford 
a sign-painter or painter
in general of Detroit, who
came last night in response 
to Father Savage's telephone
call to see me at the 
Holy Trinity Rectory. Mr.
Scotford had been named 
in denunciation by Prof.
Francis W. Kelsey of the 
University of Michigan, as
one who by implication &
inference may be a party
to the alleged conspiracy
to defrauds in the matter
	of reported archeological
finds in this state.

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Nov.
15./
 Last night in conference
with Father Savage and 
Mr. Soper at the Rectory,
I expressed my willingness
to engage two or more 
men to go out with me 
today, and dig into some 
of the mounds which
seem to abound hereabouts.
I was assured by both 
the Rev. Father and by 
Mr. Soper that if Scotford
would go I would better
take him alone. By-the-
way, this James O. Scotford
is named by Prof. Kelsey
as one "who manifested a 
skill in finding relics 
that made him the envy
of the region". His skill 
was strongly advocated
by Father Savage and by
Mr. Soper last night, he
was lauded as one "who
could spot a sep sepulchral 
mound on sight." I engaged

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him for this afternoon
the only part of the day
he was free. Mr. Soper 
had called at the hotel
(on my invitation) and we
had lingered at lunch
and in my room so 
that it was after noon
when we arrived, via car
line, at the station men-
tioned—on Woodward 
Avenue, at "Oldsmobile"
factory'. 
From this point Soper
Scotford and I walked
westward. At about 1/8 of a 
mile it was found that
Scotford, the engaged digger,
had no shade or shovel. 
He procured a shovel from
a man, who, on my inquiry, 
was described as the
care-taker and authoritative 
custodian of the wood-
land area toward which 
we were journeying. A shovel

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was quickly produced
though I had no oppor-
tunity of talking per-
sonally with the custodian.
In passing I ought to say 
that the shovel thus 
supplied was of the long-
handle type, triangular 
blade, and was contin-
uously grumbled against
by Scotford, who, nevertheless
accomplished surprising 
results with the implement.
In the woodland, not more
than a half mile from
the car station, I found
a hummocky surface.
Some of the Knolls were
plainly "turnouts"—i.e.-
elevations produced by the
overthrow of trees. Other 
hummocks — rarely more
than 2 or 3 feet above 
the general level — were
as plainly artificial in 
origin. No conception of

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drainage processes or of
erosion by natural cir-
cumdation would explain
their origin. They are evi-
dently man-made mounds.
Each is surrounded by a
ditch-like depression  a
moat as explained or
described by Father Savage
and Mr. Soper. This "moat
is little more than a 
shallow ditch and the
mound itself is a non-
conspicuous object. The
"mound" would never attract
the attention of the casual
and non-scientific observer.
Seldom does the mound
extend above the general
level more than two or 
three feet and generally
its length is not more 
than four or five feet
with an average width 
of two to three feet. It 
is reported to me by Father

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Savage and by Mr. Soper,
and vehemently supported
by Mr. Scotford, that when
two mounds are contiguous 
and when one of them has
been found productive, 
the other will surely be 
so. The explanation given
to me is that in cases
of such contiguity, one
mound is that of the 
husband, the other
that of the wife. I am
not convinced as to this
explanation.
	We went into the woods
and I was shown a
number of mounds that
had been opened by my
companions or their friends.
About four feet from one 
of these dug into mounds
was another, not touched.
It was fully 15 feet long, 
11 to 12 feet wide, and 
reached an extreme relief

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of 3 1/2 feet above the <
>
general surface and 
about 4 1/2 feet above the
bottom of the ditch or
"moat". This ditch ap-
pears to be the depression
resulting from the heaping 
up of the earth to
form the mound. This
particular mound was 
moss-covered, and bore
a good growth of
willows. Plainly, the
mound itself is of no
recent construction, though
I saw nothing to warrant 
an assumption of age
running into centuries.
I examined the mound 
with critical care, and
failed to find the least
evidence of recent dis-
turbance.&nbsp;Certainly it
has not been dug into
in the recent past - not
for years. I photographed

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Nov.
15/
 the mound before digging
was begun. Then Scotford 
began to dig. The material 
is that of the region - 
lake sand, without a 
pebble or other stone of 
size larger than sand 
grains. The digging was
easy, and the sand ap-
peared to have been 
long at rest. The long 
diameter of the mound
extended east-west. At 
a point about the middle
of the long diameter, and
about 12 inches below the
top of the elevation -
therefore fully 2 1/2 feet
above the general level
of the ground, a layer 
of dark earth was en-
countered - merely a 
streak, about 1 1/2 to 2 inches
thick. This was hailed
with delight by both 
Scotford and Soper, as

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6.
November <15/.>	1909.

the charcoal streak never
absent from a man-made
mound. Immediately below
the sand changed to a
fine grained, ash-like mat-
erial — described or explained
by my companions as the
only existing remains of
the human body that
was once here interred.
On top of this ashy
layer, and therefore directly
under the black streak,
at the central point
described, the shovel
struck a hard object.
I removed a copper arti-
fact, seemingly an axe,
of shape as here shown:
[Drawing of axe head with markings on it with the following dimensions: "5 inches" written sideways next to the blade, "7½ inches" below entire head]

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Nov. <15/.>

Very little digging was done
in the mound after this
object was found both
Scotford and Soper sug-
gesting that we try another.
My object being to follow &
observe, and not to take
any initiative action at
present I acceded. About
a hundred yards southerly
from the mound described
was another, irregular
in outline, with a large
tree stump still rooted
at the east end. In
shape this mound was
about as follows:
[Drawing of a serpent shaped mound with an asterisk followed by two parallel lines labeled "Path <way.>" and a shape labeled "Tree stump". The mound is also labeled with the dimensions "40 ft" underneath the drawing]
This was described as the
serpent mound. It was
moss covered and overgrown
with shrubs as was the other

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At a point indicated by
the star (*) and about
18 inches below the top,
the black soil (described
as charcoal, and possibly
such) was encountered, with
the ash-like layer below.
Immediately beneath the
"charcoal" we found a
tablet of dark gray slate,
with inscriptions on both
sides, as shown:
[Drawings of the front and back of the tablet with inscriptions. The drawing on the right has a circle near the top labeled "Perforation" and has the following dimensions: "4 inches" written sideways, "1⅞ in" written below]
I was somewhat suspicious
when Scotford pointed to the
inscribed disc with rays, and
said "That's like what was
found on one of the plates
from Mormon Hill, at Cu-
morah, New York."

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A few inches lower, and
two feet nearer the southerly
margin of the mound we
found another article, made
of the same kind of slate.
This was probably a
skinning knife. It was
inscribed on one side only.
[Drawing of knife with drawings and the following dimensions: "9 in." across the top, "2½ in" written sideways on the side, "1¾"" where the handle bottlenecks into the blade]
The figures are exceedingly crude.
The bust suggests a modern
French soldier; the quadruped
is of the non-descript variety,
and the hunter is a
poor caricature.
	With this find, digging
operations were suspended
at the joint suggestion of
Soper and Scotford. We
returned to town. Mr. Soper
expressed a desire to retain
the skinning knife last
described, leaving the other
two objects to me. I asked

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to be allowed to keep it
for the present. Both my
companions sought to 
impress upon me our
great good fortune in
securing three objects in
so short a time, saying
that sometimes they have
dug for days without
finding anything.
Spent the evening in my
room, writing up my
notes.
Nov. 16. Mr. Soper and I had
agreed to resume digging
operations this morning. The 
day opened with a heavy
rain storm, however, which
continued with occasional
snow flurries until night.
We met at his office and
later at my room, but 
outside work was out
of the question. Day was
so dark that electric lights
indoors were a necessity.

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Nov. 17. Cold, stormy, rain, snow,
wind. Spent forenoon with
Mr. Soper at his home, or
rather the home of his son
—54 Blaine Avenue. Exam-
ined his collection of stone
clay, and copper relics.
Had hoped for opportunity
and permission to photo-
graph some of his tablets,
but the day was dark, 
and the conditions generally
unfavorable. To my 
surprise and delight, he
gave me permission to
take the original with 
me, under my promise 
to return them within
about a month after
my arrival home. I selected, 
and now have in my 
trunk, the following:
4—Copper tablets.
1— "	battle axe.
1— "	spear point
1— "	knife with f[---]le.

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3 large Slate tablets.
3 slate gorgets - perforated.
10 pieces cement type.
	After lunch at the hotel
Soper and I went to
Holy Trinity Rectory, where
we remained from 1.30 to
10 p.m. The venerable 
Father James Savage was 
as affable and hospit-
able as before. I made
a more detailed examination
of his collection of Mich-
igan relics. He promises
to send me photographs 
of such pieces as were 
indicated by me for
that purpose.
	After supper a consider-
able company gathered
at the rectory — the Catho-
lic Father Crow Carey,
Hennigan, and Ryan, and 
a Mr. James Smith - a
collector and dealer in
archeological materials.

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The evening was spent in 
a discussion of scientific 
questions, notably the
present altitude of the
scientific world toward
evolution.
Thinking it possible that
I may not be able to 
call again on this
visit, I bade Father Savage
and the younger priestly
adieu. Their treatment of
me has been courteous 
and cordial in the
extreme, and they insist
that in the matter of my 
visit the obligation is
on their side. Of course
I appreciate this delicate 
compliment.
Nov. 18. Day opened clear but cold.
Mr. Soper called me by 'phone 
and we arranged an outing 
for the afternoon. Spent
forenoon at establishment 
of Mr. Henry SB. Smith, 192

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Randolph Street. He has
some prehistoric material
and much in the way of a
general museums exhibit—
coins, currency, weapons
musical insturment, lithologi-
cal, paleontological, and
other specimens.
	Shortly after 1 p.m. Mr. Soper,
Mr. Scotford, and I, were on
the ground of our last
excavation, —the woodlands
west of the Oldsmobile Factory.
We went direct to the "Serpents
Mound" already described. Hav-
ing today a small axe - which
tool we lacked, we readily
cut through the tree roots
penetrating the mound, and
then digging was easier. At
a point not more than
6 inch below the level at
which the skinning knife
was found, and near the
medial diameter of the
mound, I saw exposed and

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November
18/
 took out a tablet of dark gray
slate, rectangular, though chipped
at one of the bottom corners:
10 3/8 inches long, 4 1/8 in. wide,
and ¼ in. thick. This is
covered with inscriptions on
both sides. Shall not at-
tempt a record of the inscrip-
tions here. We dug for half
an hour after making this
find, and then, at the
suggestion of Soper, concurred
in by Scotford, we left this
mound. The next mound
attacked was a small
hummock, about 9 ft. long,
6 ft. wide, and 2 to 2 ½ feet
extreme height above the
ground level. Longer axis of
this raw E-W. Near point
marking intersection of major
and minor axes, and about
24 inches below top – therefore
practically at ground level;
we found a layer of black
material - referred to by my

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companions as charcoal; and
on top of this layer the
edge of a tablet was exposed.
I removed the tablet. It proved
to be of greenish slate, about
11 3/4 in. long, 9 1/4 in. wide, and 3/8
in. thick. As in the other tablets
the edges or sides of this one
are rounded. On one side of
this appears a pictorial re-
presentation of the Deluge.
The record is divided by horizontal
double lines into five (5) bands.
(1) Top band shows the "tribal
mark" [tribal mark], two pictographs
of the All-seeing Eye with rays,
two human figures; animal figure,
Etc.
(2) Second band shows flood, with
people drowning and buildings
being submerged.
(3) Third band shows the ark
afloat, hieroglyphic characters,
and two parallelograms, each
divided into 40 squares (supposedly
representing 40 days & nights), and

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the sun, half risen above the
waters.
(4) Fourth band shows the sun
fully risen; the ark at rest;
people on the land; animals
leaving the ark; and hiero-
glyphic characters.
(5) Fifth band (bottom) shows
rainbow, and hieroglyphics.
On the reverse: -
(1) At top, the tribal mark.
(2) Beneath this and in central
position, half figure of man
with crown and with upraised
arms. On either side of this
chieftain figure are warriors, 
seven (7) in each band, one
band with feathers or other
plumed headgear, and armed
with spears, the other band
wearing helmets and armed
with bows and arrows. One of
the plumed band lies dead.
(3) Below the last band are
shown two head figures, one
plumed, the other helmeted,

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with half moon and sun with
rays on one side, between. Im-
mediately below the helmeted head
lies a prostrate warrior.
(4) Still lower is the calendar
circle or zodiac, with the
risen sun over the waters on
the left.
	Nothing further was revealed
in this mound. However, it
should be remarked that we
dug but little after the last
find.
	We tested six (6) other
hummocks – but after a
short digging into each
the work was abandoned
at the suggestion of Soper
and Scotford, because of the
non-appearance of
the black or "charcoal"
layer. We dug into two (2)
others in which the black
layers was revealed, but
nothing was found in the
way of relics.

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About the fourth mound
dug into after leaving the
last find, was an irreg-
lar hummock, with the
stump of a large hollow
tree in place. Under the
stump, near the centre of the
hummock, and practically
at or near the general ground
level we came across a
copper knife, with ferrule
handle. On one side was
the tribal mark; the other
side was without inscription.
A rude X appears near the
tribal mark. A tracing of
the blade and part of the handle is:—
[Drawing of a blade with the label "Full size" with the following dimensions: "1⅜ in." written sideways across the thickest part, "5 in" across the top. There is an arrow at the small end labeled "2 in.". This has an additional explanation written sideways:]
Beginning of
ferrule — two
inches larger.

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Returned to town as darkness 
fell.
Nov. 19. Meeting with Mr. Soper at
early hour. Then went alone
to 347 Third Ave., and 27	
Cherry St. - places at which
our missionary elders are
stopping. I had previously
ascertained the addresses 
through telegraphic com-
munication with Mission
headquarters in Chicago.
None of the brethren were
in at the time of my call.
Leaving cards I returned to
the hotel. Later Elder Chas.
J. Sorenson, of Hyrum, Utah
(retiring president) and
Elder Bartlett W. Dalton, of
Manassa, Colorado (incoming
president) called upon me
at the hotel.
	Then followed another
meeting with Mr. Soper at
his office, and lunch
with him and his son,

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Ellis Soper, president of the
Soper Cement Co.
Then Mr. Danielt E. Soper 
and I called on Dean
Savage to show him the
finds of yesterday. I learn
that this Mr. Soper was 
one Sec'y. of State for
Michigan and that he
relinquished the office 
under a cloud. This may 
explain why his claims
and statements are not
accepted with the fullest
confidence. Both Mr Soper 
and Dean (Father) Savage
urge me to return next 
spring when good weather 
is fairly assured, and
make investigations in
many parts of the state.
Elders Sorenson, Dalton,
and Theobald called
upon me at the hotel
at night. Took midnight 
train for the east.

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7 November 				
20. Arrived in New York
City between 6 and 7 pm.
Took room at Park
Avenue hotel.
" 21. Spent the day quietly
at the hotel. Owing to
delay in the delivery of
my baggage I was
in need of Sunday clothes
today.
" 22. Spent greater part of
the day at the American
Museum of Natural History
Consultation with Dr Bum-
pus (the director) and 
Mr. Harlan I. Smith
(curator in the department
of Ethnology.) Discussed
the matter of the Mich-
igan finds with Mr.
Smith. From all he has
heard he regards the
material as spurious.
Arranged for further 
Consultation tomorrow.

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Nov.
<
>23. Went again to the
Museum of Natural
History, and showed 
Mr. Smith some of the
pieces taken from the
earth by myself last
week. He reiterates that
they are forgeries, and 
the reason he gives is
"they don't look just 
like anything heretofore
found." He called in
to examine the material
his assistants, Mr. Meade, 
and Mr. Skinnier.
24. Weather conditions even
worse than yesterday
Went across to Brooklyn
and devoted considerable
time to the Museum
of Art.
25. This is Thanksgiving 
Day. At home this is
always a happy day

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Nov.		    

of the year, and I feel
wofully homesick. Rose
early and wrote home
to Wife and children.
Had a chat with
Prest. Ben E. Rich over
the phone. Then took
passage by Washington
Express. Arrived in
Washington in early
evening. Took room at
the Raleigh.
26. Early visit to the Bu-
reau of American Eth-
nology.&nbsp;Met F. W. Hodge,
with whom I discussed
the Michigan matter.
He regards the finds
as forgeries. Made a
further appointment
for tomorrow. Had
pleasant time at lunch
and afterward with my
one-time student and
associate, Bro. J. Reuben
Clark Jr. Afternoon at

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the U.S. Geological Survey.
Evening devoted to corres-
pondence and writing up
notes.
Nov. 27. Long interview with Bro.
Clark. Then spent some
time at the Bureau of
Ethnology where I showed
some of the objects taken
from the earth by myself.
Mr. Holmes, who is chief
of the Bureau, Mr. F. W.
Hodge, and Mr. - or Dr -
Fewkes were present.
Holmes says the objects
are plainly now - Indian,
and are therefore not
genuine archeological
specimens from the
region. He admits the
bare possibility of their
being late intrusive
burials in regions of 
ancient mounds – made
after the advent of
priests who taught

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Christianity and introduced
the Bible. Mr. Holmes
and his associates urge
me to carry on the
investigation.*
	Devoted part of the
day to the U.S. Geological
Survey. Had pleasant
visit with my old
desk neighbor in the
laboratory of Johns
Hopkins University, — Dr.
David T. Day, now a leading
executive officer of the
Survey.

*Referring again to this
morning's conference at
the Bureau of Ethnology,
Dr. Fewkes suggests the
possibility of the ubiquitous
tribal mark "[Drawing of tribal mark]" being
a Jesuit inscription.

Took passage on night
train for the west.

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November. 


28 Sunday: Arrived at
Columbus, Ohio 10 a. m.
Took room at the Chit-
tenden Hotel. Failing to
find any published data
as to Church services I
telgraphed to Chicago
for information; and the
reply revealed my igno-
rance as to the territorial
extent of the missions. I
was informed that this
city is within the boundar-
ies of the Southern States
mission, and that con-
sequently information
regarding time and place
of services was not
obtainable in Chicago
Spent the day in quiet
and rest. 
" 29. Early morning visit to 
Ohio State University, 
where I met my friend
Prof Wm C. Mills I
submitted, for his inspection

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all the articles taken by <
>
me from the mounds
near Detroit. Prof. Mills
has been emphatic in
his belief that the relics
are genuine and that
they represent an ancient
people once inhabiting
the Michigan region. I
pointed out to him some
inconsistencies in the
record of the finds, and
he agrees with me that
further critical exam -
ination is required.
We were together until
a late hour.
Nov. 30. Morning call on Frank
Tallmadge, president of
the Frank Tallmadge
Company (a guarantee
and loan association)
with headquarters in
the Hayden Bldg. We
discussed geneological
matters, and I left with

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a mass of data per-
taining to the Tallmadge
branch of our family. He
has already sent me
data and I had prom-
ised to reciprocate. He
expresses himself to the
effect that I have
done more than I prom-
ised.
	Then followed a
co-ultation with Messr.
Short and Elliot, of
the Gold Springs Mining
Co., Utah.
	Then an interview
with Prof. Mills. It had
been arranged that he
would dine with me
tonight; but he came
to consult with me
and to ask an excuse
from the dinner engage-
ment in view of the
fact that Mr. Daniel
E. Soper of Detroit

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had sent word that	<
>
he would arrive at
a time which happened
to be the only available
time for dinner.
	Took passage on night
train, via Hocking Valley
line for Detroit.
Dec. 1. Reached Detroit at 6:45
a.m. Took quarters at
the Wayne hotel - close
to station. Telephoned to	
mission office and was 
informed that the parties
were not up. Then took
car to 347 Third Ave
and 27 Cherry St.  ad-
dresses learned on my
last visit here, and 
found that the elders 
had already left on
their daily works. Left
word to have them call 
me up and returned 
to the hotel. Soon had 
communication with Elders

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Dalton and Theobald. Soon
after noon I went out 
to Greenfield - on the Wood
ward Avenue line, and 
by means of a judicious 
tip obtained permission
from the custodian to 
explore the lands and 
dig without restriction.
The two elders came
out on a later car,
and we dug into several
mounds, including those
from which objects
were taken on my
last visit. Results all
negative. Returned to 
town at dark.
Dec. 2. The two elders and
I were on the ground
early; they preceded me 
by one car. We dug 
and delved until night-
fall. Yesterday and 
today we have made
twenty-two (22) excavations

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in different mounds – and
have found nothing.
Negative evidence is cert-
ainly valuable, but it
is less inspiriting than
a positive find.
Dec. 3. The two elders called
this morning at Scotford's
home, He was away
but they talked with
Mrs. Scotford. Later I
reached Scotford himself
by phone, and proposed
that he and I go out
and dig. He curtly
refused. He seemed by
no means pleased to
learn of my return
to Detroit. Made arrange-
ments to leave tonight.
Dec. 4. Left by train starting
at 12.45 a.m. Arrived
at Chicago before 9 a.m.
Went at once to Great
Northern hotel. Here
found many letters,

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among them two from
home bringing good news.
A telegram was awaiting
me from A. S. Martin of
Salt Lake City, at present
stopping in Columbus
Ohio, inquiring as to
the possibility of my
returning to Columbus
before going farther
west. Telegrams and
long distance telephone
messages were exchanged
during the day, and as
a result I took 11 pm.
train for Columbus Ohio.
This change of plans is
a great disappointment
to me. I had expected
to proceed westward on
the last stage of my
homeward journey tonight.
The purpose of my call
to Columbus is that of
conferring regarding the
Gold Springs Mng. Co's property.

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[Next paragraph is labeled "<Dec.> 5." in left margin]
Sunday. Reached Columbus
before 8 a. m. Took quarters
at Chittenden hotel. During
forenoon and afternoon had
two conferences with A.S. Mar-
tin, C.A. Short and Messrs.
McLeod and Drake of
Columbus. They were all
awaiting my coming. In
the evening followed another
conference with some of
the parties named and
particularly with E. K.
Stewart & Son, who are
interested in Utah mines.
The Stewarts are prominent
business men here, the
senior being president
of the Columbus Railway
Light Co. Conference
lasted until nearly midnight
[The following is written sideways in left margin next to above paragraph]
Prof. W. C. Mills of the State University
dined with me in the early evening & we
had long consultation on the Michigan relics
matter.
[Next paragraph is labeled "6." in left margin]
Consultation at Mr. Stewarts'
office at 8. a.m. Then
another with Messrs. Short
and Martin at their stop-
ping place- Virginia hotel.

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Dec.

6 (con.)	Then followed an evening
conference at Mr. Stewart's
office, which lasted until
10 o' clock. Went directly
from the conference to
the train and took
sleeper for Chicago.
7. Reached Chicago, greatly
belated, shortly before
noon. Arranged tickets
for continuation of
westward journey. When
I left Columbus last
night, the skies were
clear and the weather
mild. Reached Chicago
in the midst of a
snow- blizzard which
continued all day. Had
pleasant visit with Elder
German E. Ellsworth,
president of the mission.
He accompanied me to the
train. Left by Los Angeles
Limited at 10 p.m.

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8. Found pleasant associa-
tion on train. Among
the Salt Lake people
on board were Bro. Melvin
D. Wells, and Msrs. Russell
D. Tracy and Snow.
9. Train greatly delayed
by cold and blizzards
Outside temperature of
– 4°F reported. Train
is due in Salt Lake at
7.55 p.m., but midnight
found is still far
away.
10. Reached Salt Lake City
at 4 a.m. Not wishing
to disturb the family
I went to the office
and there remained
until daylight. Went
home at 7.30 a.m. Found
all well. Paul is still
in Alpine; Sterling is
in England; the rest of
our family are at home,
and, as stated, well.

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Dec.

10. 	Spent the afternoon at
office.
11.	Busy day. Made a
preliminary and partial
report to the First
Presidency, and arranged
for a special meeting
Monday morning - day
after tomorrow.
12.	Sunday. Morning prayer
meeting. Then attended
Deseret Sunday School
committee meeting at
President's Office. Tabernacle
service during the after-
noon incident to the
quarterly conference of
our Stake Evening meeting
in the 27th Ward with Wife. 
13.  Meeting with First Pres-
idency. Reported my recent
trip and exhibited the
things taken from the
Michigan mounds by
myself, and the articles
borrowed from Mr. Soper.

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The brethren are greatly in-
terested. At my suggestion
it was decided that a
conference of those specially
interested and qualified
be called to consult on
the subject of the
Michigan finds.
[The following is written sideways in left margin next to above paragraph]
Conducted High Priests
class at Ward priest-
hood meeting at night.
[Next paragraph labeled "14." in left margin]
The conference last re-
ferred to was held today
at the President's Office
Beside the Presidency and
the Presiding Bishopric,
there were present Elders
John Henry Smith, Heber
J. Grant, <David O. McKay> and O. F. Whitney
of the Council of the
Twelve, also Elders B. H.
Roberts, Jno. M. Mills, Henry
Peterson, Geo. H. Brimhall,
Jos. B. Keeler, & Jos. F. Smith Jr.
Diverse views were expressed
as to possible genuine-
ness of the finds. Conference
lasted over two hours. I was
accorded a vote of thanks
[The following is written sideways in left margin next to above paragraph]
cf. Oct. 13, last.

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Dec.

 	for work done, and was
instructed to continue my
investigations.
	General Sunday School
board meeting immediately
followed the foregoing
meeting.
19 Sunday. Morning prayer
meeting; delivered an
address. Attended fore-
noon meeting of the
High Priest's quorum
of Ensign Stake. The
afternoon services in
the Tabernacle were
incident to the quarterly
conference of the Salt
Lake Stake and Presiding
Bishop C. W. Nibley and
I were the speakers. In
the evening Elder Matthew
Noall and I were the
speakers, as home mission-
aries in the 12th-13th Ward.
	Unusually cold weather
for a week past.

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20. Stake Priesthood Meeting
of Ensign Stake at night.
Today I assigned the copy-
right to "The Great Apos-
tasy" as per agreement
of Sept. 30th last.
21. Wife and I went to Provo
by early train, to inquire
about Paul, who, we learn
has put himself in
trouble owing to a letter
of his writing at which
offense was taken. Mat-
ters were adjusted, and
we believe the lesson
will do the boy good.
Returned by noon train,
bringing Paul with us.
	During the afternoon
I attended cha[-]cery div-
ision of the Federal Court,
in which the Silver King
Con. suit against the
Silver King Coalition Mines
Co. is now in course of
hearing.

[The following is written sideways in left margin]
Paul is 18 years old
today.

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Dec
23.	Yesterday and today
have been spent in
court. Interview with
First Presidency this
afternoon late, at
which I was requested
to prepare an article
on the Church  its
history and theology,
for publication in
the forthcoming Catholic
Encyclopedia.
25. Christmas Day. Spent
quietly with family at
home.	In the evening
wife and I visited Sister
Connelly of our ward;
Elder Callister and I
administered to her.
The aged sister appears
to be near the end of
her earthly career.
	Typical Christmas
weather. An abundance
of snow and tempera-
ture low enough to be
bracing.

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8. December.
26. Sunday. Attended 

services in tabernacle
during afternoon, and
in 27th Ward at night,
incident to the com-
memoration. of Joseph
Smith's birth.
Dec. 27. On arriving home
tonight I found a re-
quest for me to go at
once to the home of
Sister Connelly. I did so,
and administered to her.
I promised her that
she should pass away
in peace. She died
without a tremor before
I had said "Amen."
" 30. Attended funeral of
Sister Connelly in the
27th Ward. The speak-
ers were Elder Joseph
E. Taylor, Bishop James
Maxwell, and I. There
was a generally-felt
influence of peace.

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Dec. 31. A party of young
folks — Elsie's school.
mates — spent the
evening at our home,
and remained to watch
the incoming of the
New Year.
	And so ends an—
other year. All the
members of our house—
hold except Sterling
are at home, and we
pray for him in
his distant field
of labor.

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1910.

January
1. New Year's day. Spent
quietly. All well.
5. Went to Park City by
early train in company
with officials of the
Silver King Consolidated
Mining Company. Put
up at the Park City
Hotel. Afternoon and
early evening spent
in the Silver King mine.
9. Each day since last
entry has been spent
in the mines. Returned
home today. .
14. Have been in attend-
ance at court part or
all of each day since
last entry; but have
been ill. DAn attack
of quinsy from which

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Jan.

	I had not recovered
when I went to Park
City, has been followed
by the Grippe (accord-
ing to Dr. Wilcox's
diagnosis), and accom-
panied by my old
intestinal trouble –
prolapsus and bleeding
This day I had to
take to my bed.
24. Have been confined to
the house and most
of the time to bed,
since last entry. Tried
to work an hour or so
today. Our boy, Karl,
has been a fellow patient
in the home hospital.
He has been suffering
from the effects of a
blow near the ear, from
a wet snow ball,
thrown in a boys'
game. We are both
improving.

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Jan.				   

31. Have been able to do.
little if any work since
leaving my bed. Dr
Wilcox and other phy-
sicians urge me to
submit to a surgical
operation for the in-
testinal trouble, and
they assume me that
a permanent cure is
practically certain.

February.
4. Improvement continues.
Wife and I attended
a dinner tonight at
the University of Utah.
The affair was arranged
with the purpose of
bringing together, into
close association the
officers and other friends
of the institution. I
was one of several
who responded to
toasts.

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February.
<
> 6.	Sunday. Attended Prayer
Circle and addressed
the meeting. Wife and
I attended the forenoon
fast-meeting in the
temple. I attended
afternoon fast-day
meeting in 27th Ward,
and was one of several
speakers.
7. Attended Ward Priesthood
Meeting at night, for
the first time in
many weeks, and
conducted the exercises
of the High Priests'
class.
8. Attended Deseret Sunday
School Union meeting;
and afterward had an
interview with Presidents
Smith & Lund.	Prest.
John R. Winder has been
long ill - from a severe
attack of pneumonia.
He is improving.

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11. Annual meeting of the
Utah Health League
held this evening in
the office of the Sec-
retary of State. This
is the adjourned meeting,
the regular time for
holding the annual
meeting being the second
Monday in January.
I declined renomination
as president, and
Nephi L. Morris was
elected to that office.
Dr W.R.Syndale was
elected Secretary.
13. Sunday. Have been arrang-
ing my affairs so as
to be able to enter the
hospital for surgical
treatment; and the doctor
directed me to go today.
First attended early
morning prayer meeting
in the temple and
received from the brethren

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February.
13. <
> the administration ordin-
ance and a blessing.
Went directly from this
meeting to the hospital,
arriving soon after 9 a. m.
I enter the Groves Latter-
day Saints' hospital.
Preliminary examinations
were made, and Dr.
Wilcox informs me
that blood tests and
heart examination in-
dicate that I am in
fair condition for the
operation. I write this
at 7 pm. The appoint-
ment is for the oper-
ation to be performed
tomorrow at 8.30 a.m.

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February				    

24. Have been confined to
bed since date of last
entry; and I write this
on a lap table as I
sit, propped-up in bed.
The operation was per-
formed at the time ap-
pointed. Dr. C. F. Wilcox
operating and his brother,
Dr. E. E. Wilcox assisting.
I was under the anaes-
thetic effect about an
hour. Recovery from the
immediate effects of the
operation was rapid.
The doctors say I have
a high "Opsonic Index"-
a strong predisposition
to return to the normal
after any bodily disturb-
ance, – in other words,
a strong capacity for
recooperating.
	Have suffered great
and practically con-
tinuous pain since the

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Feb.
24. <
> operation, but such I
take to be natural.
Have reason to believe
that the operation will
prove a success. If I
can be free from the
weakening hemmorhages
of the past, I shall count
the pain and distress
incident to this operation
as nought.
	I have been treated
with marked kindness
by hospital officials
friends and relatives. Wife
has visited me every
day, however incliment
the weather, and each
of the children has
b[-] come at intervals.
Friends have called in
great number, and some
who did not call have
sent me flowers accom-
panied by expressions
of love and good will.

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Elders of the Church have <
>
come, and have adminis-
tered to me. On the
evening of the day on
which the operation
was performed Elders
Wm Newall and Robert
Patrick so officiated;
and next day Elders
Wilcken, Symons, McLaughlin,
and Griaque administered.
Patriarch Sherry, formerly
bishop of the Third Ward
bestowed his blessing.
Feeling that I had re-
ceived the blessing prom-
ised, and that I was
progressing naturally &
without back - set or
hindrances, I did not
ask for any repitition of
the ordinances of admin-
istration, since the day
following the operation.
	As to the hospital
itself, I consider it one

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Feb.
24 
 of the best institutions
of its kind in the
country, and I am
proud of the fact that
the most modern, best
equipped, and best
conducted hospitals of
the region is the one
belonging to our Church
and people. I have oc-
cupied a private room
- #325 with bathroom
attached, and have
recieved every comfort
and attention I could
desire. I feel well enough
to leave the bed and
go to work, but the
doctor advises otherwise
as a safeguard against
relapse. I am willing
to submit to any necessary
restraint or inconvenience
temporarily.

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February				

27. Sunday. Dressed and sat
up in chair for first
time since I retired two
weeks ago tonight. The
doctor promises to take
me home within a few
days. I still suffer pain
at intervals, but realized
that I am in good con-
dition and well on the
road toward full recovery.
Many friends have called
upon me during the last
few days. Elders J.E. Open-
shaw, Angus Lambert, and
John Bowers of the prayer
circle called upon me
this morning. Among
the friends who have sent
me flowers, (aside from
Maia, whose kind at-
tentions in this as in
all other respects have
been unremitting) are
Sister Nelle Allen, Brother	
E. G. Holding, and the

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Feb.
27
 General Board of the
Y.L.M.I.A. And not
least among these gifts
is a bunch of violets
and hyacinths from
Helen Lucile, bought
with their own saved-up
pennies. God bless the
little darlings, and the
larger ones too.
	While I laid down several
times during the day
I did not undress and
retire to bed until night.
Called on two fellow
patients - Bro. Albert Arm-
strong who is engineer
of the Sharon building &
whom I left in charge
of my offices – he is here
now to be treated for
a gunshot wound - and
Bro. T. C. Callister of our
ward. At Bro. Callister's
request, Elder Wm Newell & I
administered to him tonight.

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February.					  

28. This morning the doctor
examined me, and then
to my suprise announced
that I could safely be
moved and be taken home.
He took me in his own
conveyance, and deposited
me at home shortly after
noon. Am feeling in good
condition.
Mar. 5. Went to the office and
remained a short time.
" 6. Sunday & Fast-day. Remained
at home by doctor's orders.
" 11. Have been out part of
each day since last entry.
Spent an hour in court
today listening to evidence
in the Silver King case.
This evening Dr Wilcox
performed a minor operation,
on me at his office, and
then conveyed me home in
his auto. Am recovering
rapidly, and feel that I
shall soon be as well as
I even have been.

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March

 13.	Sunday. Attended
usual meetings. Delivered
short address at the
morning prayer meeting;
and took part in a
business meeting fol-
lowing the evening
Sacrament service in
the 27th. Ward.
20. Sunday. Office work
during the past week.
After morning prayer
meeting today I attended
monthly session of the
High Priests' quorum of
Ensign Stake, and by
call of the presidency
delivered an address.
24	Wife and I attended
evening gathering at the
residence of Major R.W.
Young, as guests of the
Author's Club. This is the
first evening affair
of a social character in
which I have been able

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to take part since my
hospital experience.
Mar. 27. Sunday. Easter Sunday.
Attended early prayer
meeting in Temple and
delivered address. Then attended
forenoon fast-day meeting
in Temple. In the afternoon
attended fast-day service
in 27th Ward at which
I was one of several
speakers. Owing to the
appointment of next
Sunday (first Sunday
in April) as the opening
day of the general con-
ference fast-day services
were appointed for today
in the city wards & stakes.
In the evening I delivered
the address at the
service in the 20th Ward,
under the auspices of
the Improvement Associa-
tion; subject: "He is risen".
After the meeting wife

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and I spent a pleasant
hour at the home of
Dr C. F. Wilcox. While
there we dreamed of the
death of Prest. John R.
Winder; first counselor in
the First Presidency of the
Church. He has been con-
fined to his home for
nearly nine weeks suffering
from pneumonia. From the
initial attack he rallied
and hopes of his recovery
were general and expecta-
tion high; he experienced
a relapse, however, and
passed away this evening.
Mar.29. Attended Deseret Sunday
School Union meeting, &
was appointed as one of
a committee (with Apostle
Heber J Grant & Elder Geo.
M. Cannon) to draft some
appropriate expression
relating to the death of
Prest. Winder.

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9/March		1910.
29 (continued) Visited L.D.S.<
>	
Hospital by request
and administered to Sister
Philomela Lyman, a nurse
at the institution. I was
in her care during part
of my term in the hospital,
and now she has been
stricken and is in care
of others. She is suffering
from typhoid fever.
" 28 (Omitted). This evening
I attended priesthood
meeting in 27th Ward
and resumed my duties
as instructor in the
work has been in charge
of Elder John Woodmansee.
" 30. Attended morning ex-
ercises at the L.D.S. Uni-
versity, and by request
delivered an address
on the "Life of Karl G.
Maeser". Today I saw

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a copy of the second
edition of "The Great
Apostasy." This edition
comprises an issue of
20000 copies, and is
published by the Western
States Mission. It The
book is 16 mo. size and
consists of 239 pages,
bound in flexible cloth
covers. It is intended
for use in the missionary
field, and is sold at
	per copy. The
first edition now on
sale in Utah consisted
of 10000 copies, good
paper & binding, and
offered at 60 cents per
copy.
Mar. <31.> Funeral service of Prest.
John R. Winder were held
today beginning at 11 a.m.
in the Tabernacle. The
services were very im-
pressive, and the great

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building was crowded
to its utmost capacity.
Great honor was paid
to the memory of the
departed leader, and best
of all - it was merited
in fullest measure.
	During the afternoon
I delivered an address
at the University of Utah,
before the Engineering
students, subject: "The
Geologist and the
Engineer".
April <1.> Spent part of the day
at High School, inquir-
ing into Paul's standing
& department. I wish the
boy would do better
" 3. Sunday. After early
morning prayer meeting
in Temple, attended opening
session of the 80th Annual
Conference of the Church.
Tabernacle & Assembly
Hall both crowded,

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1910.
 at forenoon and afternoon
sessions. General Confer-
ence of Deseret Sunday
School Union at night,
in the tabernacle.
Apr.4. Conference meetings continued.
General priesthood meeting
at night. Attended all.
" 5. Attended Special priesthood
meeting of Church officers.
during forenoon.
" 6. Attended general sessions
of conference. At the
afternoon meeting Elder
John Henry Smith, of
the Council of the Twelve
Apostles, was sustained
as Second Counselor in
the First Presidency, Prest.
Anthon H. Lund,—heretofore
Second Counselor, became
First Counselor, and
Elder Joseph F. Smith Jr.
was sustained as one
of the apostles. Conference
adjourned this afternoon.

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April 1910.			   

" 10. Sunday. Attended meeting
of Sunday School convention
held at Barratt Hall.
The stakes included in
the convention were Salt
Lake, Pioneer, Tooele, and
Millard.
11. Ward Priesthood Meeting. Took
charge in High Priests'
division as instructor.
" 15. Arbor Day. A legal holiday.
Very generally observed in
the city.
" 16. "The Story of Mormonism"
appeared today in booklet
form, an edition of 5000
copies having been
published by the Bureau
of Information. This is
called the second edition,
though in reality it
constitutes the third issue.
The lecture was first
published in the "Era,"
and was printed as a
booklet at Liverpool in 1907.

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1910
	In the edition now pub-
lished here, the lecture
form of the "Story" has
been changed to the
ordinary style of essay.
Apr. 17 Sunday. Attended Sunday
School Convention at the
Granite Stake Tabernacle.
The meetings comprised
two general sessions
and two department
sessions. I presided in
the Theological Dept.
In the evening Elder
Geo. F. Richards Jr. and
I officiated as Home
Missionaries in 21st Ward.
" 22. Ward meeting. Appointed
chairman of a special
committee to consider
matter of changes <in> and 
additions to the meeting
house.
" 24. Sunday. At the evening
service in the 27th Ward
I was the speaker.

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Apr.28. Nearly every day of the <
>
last weeks has been spent
in court attendance. The
case of the Silver King
Con. Mining Co's suit is
on trial, and I am
one of the witnesses on
geological matters. During
the last three days I
have been on the wit-
ness stand.
May1. Sunday. Fast-day. At-
tended usual meetings.
" 4. Again on the witness stand
in the mining suit
" 5. Attended funeral services
over the body of Sister
Rachel Susan Davis, in
the 27th Ward. Three of
her relatives and I were
the speakers specially
requested to make re-
marks. In addition, brief
addresses were made by
Bishop Christensen & Bishop
James Maxwell.

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May 6. Attended Commencement
exercises incident to the
graduation of the 1910
class of trained nurses
from the L.D.S. Hospital.
The exercises were held in
the evening at Whitney
Hall Elder. Horace Cummings
and I delivered addresses as
per program and Prest.
Joseph F. Smith made
an extempore address.
	This evening at 5.25
an announcement was
made here that Edward VII
king of England etc. had
died in London at 11.45
p.m. this date. The
Prince of Wales, now King
George V succeeds to the
throne.
" 8. Sunday. After morning
prayer meeting, members
of the Circle visited Elder
George Albert Smith, who
is one of the Twelve, and

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president of our Prayer
Circle. He has been ill
for several months, and
has but recently returned
to his home after a long
stay in St. George,
whither he went in the
hope of health. We
administered to him, as also
to his wife, and to his
afflicted sister, Elsie.
	I then attended monthly
meeting of the High
Priests' Quorum of Ensign
Stake and took part
in the proceedings as one
of the speakers.
	In the evening Wife
and I attended closing
session of Sunday School
conference in Twelfth-Thir-
teenth ward. She gave a
reading entitled "Only
a Girl", and I delivered
an address on "Woman
& Motherhood". This day—

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the second Sunday in
May, has been generally
observed in this city, and
probably throughout the
country as "Mother's Day".
May 9. Evening priesthood meeting
in 27th Ward. Took charge
of High Priest's Class as
instructor.
" 15. "Peace Sunday". Attended
special services in the
tabernacle.
" 16. On the witness stand
in Silver King mining
suit.		Stake priesthood
meeting at night.
" 18. Horse-back trip into
Day Canyon and vicinity
with Dr. C.F. Wilcox.
This day has been awaited
as a day of special
interest, owing to the
announcement that dur-
ing the afternoon the
earth would enter the
tail of Halley's comet.

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This visitor from outer 

space is now paying its
regular 75 year visit to
our Solar System, and
has been visible to the
unaided eye in the
east shortly before
sunrise for days past.
Prognostications of varied
import have been made
as to the effect of the
earth penetrating the
comet's tail today. The
spectroscope has revealed
the presence of Cyanogen
gas as a component of
the tail; and surmises
have been numerous as
to the probable results
of atmospheric admixture
with this substance. The
astronomers have generally
expressed the opinion
that no phenomena of
a startling kind would
occur; and this prediction

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appears to have been
fulfilled. I watched
the sky at intervals
from late afternoon
until nearly midnight
and saw nothing out
of the ordinary.
May 19. Early interview with
the First Presidency
on Deseret Museum affairs.
The interview was followed
by their inspection of
the new quarters provided
for the Museum in 
the Vermont building
which is now nearing
completion.
	Busy during the day
preparing for a journey.
I expect to leave to-
morrow to attend the
annual meeting of the
American Association of
Museums at Buffalo,
and to transact business
pertaining to the Des. Museum.

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19. Comet interest continues, but
doubt is expressed as to
whether the earth actually
passed through the comet's
tail as scheduled. It is
announced that the curva-
ture of the tail may have
caused it and the earth
to miss actual contract.
May 20. Left Salt Lake City by
Overland Limited, 1 p.m. Wife,
Karl, & Helen accompanied
me to the station.
" 21. Traversing Wyoming. Heavy
snow during the night; snow
storm continues during day.
This is Sterling's birthday.
Today he becomes of age
legally. I made it the
first duty of the day to
write to him.
" 22. Sunday. Arrived in Chicago.
Took room at Great Northern
Hotel. Went out to Church
headquarters, 110 South Paulina
Street, and spent pleasant

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evening hours with the
Saints. Attended evening
meeting. Elder Lyman M.
Overson and I were the
speakers.
May 23. Day spent in Museum
business. This night
has been awaited anxiously
by students of astronomy.
Not only is it regarded
as one of the best nights
for observation of Halley's
Comet, but an eclipse
of the moon was assumed.
Rain and clouds prevented
any observation here.
" 25. Yesterday and today in
Museums and apparatus
houses. This forenoon I
spent in Field Museum
with Dr O.C. Farrington
" 26. Finished up principal
business, and left by
evening train, via Grand
Trunk line, for Buffalo,
N. Y.

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1910.					

May 27 Arrived at Buffalo, 9 a.m.
Took room at Museum Assn.
headquarters, Lafayette Hotel.
Glad to receive word from
home, to the effect that
all were well. Wife tells
me of earth-quake or
– tremor on the morning
of the 23rd and this morn-
ing's despatches (May 27)
tell of another disturbance
of the sort in Salt Lake
City. Spent the afternoon
in visits to places of in-
terest. Rainy day.
" 28. Telegram from Pres. Ben. E.
Rich, in answer to a
message of inquiry tells me
that none of our elders
are stationed in Buffalo
and that no services of
our Church will be held
here tomorrow. Bro. Rich,
himself will arrive tomorrow.
I spent this day in
visits to museums etc.

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<
> May 29. Sunday. This is Lucile's
birthday. May it be a
happy one to her, and one
of many such. This
morning I met Bro. Ben
E. Rich at station on 
his arrival by 7.20 train.
Half an hour later he 
departed for Toronto, Cana-
da where he is to address
the Theological Society.
I regretted my inability
to accompany him, but my
duties appear to be here at
present.	Visited churches
today — St. James, St. Paul's,
St. Michael's, and I find
there are many other churches
dedicated to saints, but
I find no church bearing
the name of the Mastery.
After vespers at St. Michael's
I attended night meeting
at Asbury Methodist church.
One candidate was admitted
to the church, by shake

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of the hand. Some impas-
sioned testimonies were
bourne by converted sinners,
who claimed to have been
saved; and there was no
dearth of emotional
demonstration amongst the
congregation.
May 30. Memorial Day. Elaborate
program in Buffalo; -
parade, and ceremonial
decoration of monuments
and graves.
	Bro. Ben E. Rich called
upon me on his return
from Toronto. He was
accompanied by Elders
Conrad & Winger. They
stayed with me during
the afternoon.
	Attended informal
conference of officers of
Association of Museums
during day, and at night
our official Council
meeting was held.

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May <31>

	Opening session of the
American Association of
Museums in the rooms
of the Buffalo Society
of Natural Sciences.
Morning and evening
meetings were held;
and the afternoon
was devoted to automo-
bile ride through the
city, with visits to the
principal parks and
to the Country Club.
At the Club grounds
we witnessed a spirited
game of polo.
June 1. Cold and dreary. Morning
session of the Associa-
tion at rooms of the
Buffalo Historical
Society. Lunch at the
Park Club. Afternoon
visit to Albright Art
Gallery. Evening meeting
at Buffalo Society of
Natural Sciences rooms.

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June 2. By special cars to Niagara <
>
Falls. Morning session at
Prospect House. After
luncheon we went by trolley
cars, specially charted to
the Falls and the gorge;
going down on the Canadian
side, and returned by
American side. Thence
back to Buffalo. The
day has been one of
delightful and profitable
experience. The Association
adjourned to meet next
year in Boston.
  Took night train via
Lehigh Valley Ry. for
New York.
" 3. Stopped off at Bethlehem,
and spent two hours at
Lehigh Univ. Pleasant 
visit with Pres. Dunker
and some of the professors.
While waiting at station
ready to resume at station
ready to resume journey
I met my former student

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Bro. Albert C. Boyle Jr.
He was with a party
of Columbia Univ. students
under direction of Prof.
Kemp. Traveled to New
York together. I took
room at Park Avenue
hotel.
June 4. Visits to Museums and
supply houses. Greater
part of time spent
at Natural History Museum
& Library Bureau.
" 5. Sunday. Went early to
Mission headquarters,
and enjoyed meeting with
missionary elders and
resident saints. Attended
Sunday School, and at
close of regular exercises
delivered brief address.
The sacrament service
followed immediately
after Sunday School. By
request I occupied most
of the time addressing

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10/   1910.						      

June 5 <(cont.)> the congregation. Elder McKay
just returning from
South Africa gave a brief
but very interesting ac-
count of his mission.
	After meeting (closed at
4.30) I went by invitation
of the elders to the
Mission House, and had
dinner with the elders
and visiting Saints. Prest.
Ben E. Rich is away 
from town; he is repre-
sented by Elder Smellie.
Met Sister Bowring of
Ogden; she is Matron
at the Mission House.
Met also Bro. & Sis. Robt.
Easton. Bro. Easton's
singing is much ap-
preciated. Attended
evening testimony meeting
at the Mission House.
I was one of several
speakers. But for the
weather (rain, rain, rain),

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the day has been to me
a very pleasant one.
Our returning to hotel
I found a telegram (the
third received within
two days) urging my
early return; owing to
business urgency.
June 6. Morning visit by Prest.
Ben E. Rich who returned
from Vermont by early
train. Secured ticket
and Pulman berth for
St. Louis. Left by N. Y.
Central at 2.45 pm.
" 7. Arrived at St. Louis, 1.45
pm. Registered at Hotel
Jefferson but was in-
formed that owing to
American Medical Assn.
being now in convention
here, all rooms had been
pre-engaged. Found same
condition as to dearth
of rooms to exist in other
good hotels. By hastening

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with my work I was able <
>
to arrange to leave
tonight. Took 11.30 train
via Wabash for Kansas
City.
June 8. Arrived at Kansas City
about 8 a.m. Took room
at Hotel Baltimore. During
forenoon a heavy rain
storm with high wind
set in. By noon this had
grown into one of the
most violent storms of
the kind I have ever
witnessed. During afternoon
the storm cleared and I
took trolley can to
Independence. Here I met
Elder Samuel O.Brennan,
president of the mission
Elder McRae and other. By
request transmitted by
phone I had been promised
an interview with some of
the elders of the Reorganized
Church. Met Fred. M. Smith

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who is first counsellor
in the presidency, also
Bishop Kelly and Elder
Sheehy. Had a long
talk with these gentlemen
relative to the alleged
prehistoric relies from
Michigan. There appears
to be lack of harmony
among these men as to
the proper course to per-
sue in the matter. They 
do not wholly approve
of the publications, of
the brochure by Rudolph
Etzenhouser. Returned
to Kansas City by late
car.
June 9. Left by Union Pacific
train 10 a.m. for home.
My return is hastened
by telegrams informing
me of court setting of
cases.
" 11. Reached Salt Lake City.
at 7.30 a.m. Maia is

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suffering from one of her
severe headaches, the rest
are well. Elsie finished
her school work and
graduated from the grades
two days ago.
	Day devoted to office
work and consultation,
particularly with regard
to the Surbaugh case
which is set for trial
next week.
June 12. Sunday. Attended usual
meetings. Delivered addresses
at the morning Prayer
Circle, and at the after-
evening Sacrament meeting
in 27th Ward.
" 13. Went to Bingham by
early train, and spent
day on Surbaugh property.
Returned by evening
train. Evening priesthood
meeting in 27th Ward at
which I conducted the
High Priest's class.

[The following is written sideways in left margin]
D.S.S.U. meeting
during forenoon.

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June 14.	Attended meeting of S. D.
Union Board.
This day is the 22d anni-
versary of our marriage.
Wife and I spent the
day pleasantly and
attended theatre in the
evening.
" 15. Surbaugh case settled
by compromises. This re-
leases me from court
work and leaves me
free for other duties.
Left by night train,
for Milford. Accompanied
by J.L. Craig of the
Mineral Range Gold
Mining Co.
" 16. Arrived at Milford 8
a.m. Went at once to
Star District. Spent day
in examination of
mining claims belonging
to the Company. Returned
to Milford and took night
train for home.

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June 17. Arrived in Salt Lake City
6.30 a.m. Interview with the
First Presidency concerning
trip from which I returned
on the 11th.
" 19. Sunday. After morning
prayer meeting I attended
forenoon session of the
Salt Lake Stake conference
in tabernacle. The meeting
was devoted to Sunday
School exercises, with
special reference to the
life and labors of Prest.
Joseph F. Smith. Beside
the musical exercises and
class recitations Prest.
Nephi L. Morris gave a
carefully compiled history
of Prest. Smith's labors.
Extempore addresses were
given by Prest. Jos. F.
Smith, Prest. John Henry
Smith inand myself in
the order named. At the
afternoon session of the

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conference, also in the
tabernacle the speakers
were myself, Prest. John
Henry Smith, and Prest.
Jos. F. Smith, in the
order named.
	Then attended funeral
services of Bro. Alonzo E.
Hyde, who died sud-
denly, supposedly on
Wednesday last. He was
alone in his house, and
the fact of death was
not known before
yesterday, when the body
was found in a sit-
ting posture in a
chair.
In the evening Elder James
H. Moyle addressed the
congregation in the
21st Ward, as Home
Missionaries.
June 20. Attended Stake Priesthood
meeting at night.
" 21 Deseret S S. U. meeting.

[The following is written sideways in left margin]
For report of
this address see
entry under Aug.
20, 1910

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June 22. Wife and four children - 

Elsie, Karl, Lucile, and
Helen - left tonight for
Ocean Park, California
when they hope to spend
the hot summer months.
Maia needs the rest and
recreation of a summer
untying.
" 25.  Telegram sent last night
& received today tells of
safe arrival of wife &
children Ocean Park.
They are located at 118
Kenney St.
" 26. Sunday. Quarterly conference
of Ensign Stake. Attended
morning and afternoon sessions,
at each of which Apostles
C.W. Penrose spoke. He has
recently returned after an 
absence of over 3 1/2 years
in Europe as president of
the missions in Europe &
Africa. He tells me of
Sterling's faith fulness

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and efficiency as a missionary.
In the evening I addressed
the congregation at the
sacrament meeting in
the 14th Ward.
June 27 First letter from Maia.
She was not well at
the time of writing; and
I am greatly concerned
as to her health.
" 30. In response to special
request I was the
speaker at semi-private
funeral services held
at the undertaker's
rooms over the remains
of Dagny Ingebretsen,
a Norwegian woman
who took her own life
by means of morphine
two days ago. The young
woman was without
near relatives in this
country though not
without friends. A few
years ago she lived in

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our family as a servant. <
>
Later she gratified her-
self as a nurse, and 
appears to have been
very efficient and
successfylly. Her course
of life has been appar-
ently honorably. The
rash act of self-
destrction secures to have
been committed in a
fit of despondency and
loneliness.
July 3. Sunday. Fast-day. Attended
regular meetings. Made
short address at morning
prayer meeting. Particularly
impressive services at forenoon
fast meeting in temple.
In the evening I delivered
a lecture in 17th Ward
on "The Apostasy and the
Reformation." This was
one of a course of lectures
on the history and devel-
opmebt of the Gospel, each

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address being delivered
by a different speaker.
July 4. Independence Day. In
line with the movement
non general throughout
the country to secure
a more appropriate
observance of the day –
a movement that has
given rise to the slogan
"A safe and sane
Fourth," a program
had been prepared
for the local celebration
today. Exercises were
held at Liberty Park.
After a parade the
ceremony of raising
the flag was performed
by 10 little girls, accom-
panied by artillery
salutes. Then followed
a set program, com-
prising patriotic music,
reading of the Decla-
ration of Independence

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by W.J. Barette and the
oration by O. W. Powers.
I offered the invocation

[Printed text]
		Exercises at Flag Pole
			10:45 A. M.
Raising the Flag—By Ten Little Girls.
Firing the Salute—By Battery "A," U. N. G.
Song—Star Spangled Banner—By Assembly, Assisted By Band.

		Exercises at Band Stand
			    11 A. M.
		Hon. W. Mont Ferry, Presiding.
Music	.		.	    .		.		.	Band
Invocation	.	.	.	.	Dr. James E Talmage
Pledge of Allegiance	.	.	Led by Mr. H. B. Folsom
Reading—"Declaration of Indepen-
	dence"	.	.	.	.	Mr. William J. Barrette
Song—"The Flag Without a Stain" .	Mr. Charles Kent
Address	.	.	.	.	.	Hon. Orlando W. Powers
Song—"America"	.	.	By Assembly, Assisted by Band
Medley—Patriotic Airs	.	.	.	.	.	.	Band

[written text resumed]
During the afternoon games
were played; and at
night an excellent display
of fireworks closed the
public proceedings of
the day. While the rise
of fire-crackers and other
explosives by private
individuals was not
expressly forbidden, the
effect of public sentiment
in the matter was manifest
in the comparative quietness of
today's celebration.

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July 8 Word from the absent
family today, dated the
5th is more comforting
than any received heretofore
Maia had recovered
from her in disposition,
and the children were
well.
" 10 Sunday. Short address
at morning prayer meeting.
Then attended High
Priests' quorum of Ensign
Stake Afternoon service
at Tabernacle was
devoted to the work
of the Genealogical
Society. In the evening
I attended service. in
the 18th Ward and
delivered the address.
" 14. Attended funeral service
over the remains of
Elder John H. White who
died suddenly on the
morning of July 12th.
He is said to have

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retired in usual health
Monday evening; then he
awakened shortly after
midnight suffering
from an attack of
heart weakness, and
before 1 a.m. had expired.
He was a member of
our Prayer Circle. At
the services today in
the 17th Ward chapel
the speakers in the order
of their addresses were:
Elder Geo. F. Gibbs, myself,
Elder Nephi L. Morris,
Elder Legrand Young,
and Prest. Jno. Henry Smith.
July 16. With Elder Geo. C. Lambert,
acting-president of our Prayer
Circle, I went out to the
lake' – at Saltair Pavilion —
today, and had an inter-
view with Apostle George
Albert Smith, president of
the Circle, regarding present
conditions of the organization.

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1910.


July 17. Sunday. In accordance
with prior arrangements
went by early car to
south limits - beyond
Murray – and was
there met by Elder Heber
Bergon, and conveyed
to Union Ward. Brother
Bergon is superintendent
of the Ward Sunday School.
Delivered an address before
the Parents' Department on
"Rule and Law." After
the Sunday School session
I was entertained at lunch
at the home of Supt. Bergon.
Attended afternoon meeting
and by request of the
Bishopric addressed the
congregated saints. Returned
by evening car and at
a later hour attended
service in 19th Ward to listen
to an address by Elder
Geo. H. Brimhall on the
subject of "The Restoration."

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July 19 Word from the absent ones
in California is to the effect
that all are well. Likewise
word from Sterling tells me
that he is doing good
service in the missionary
cause.
July 23. Yesterday and today I
have been directing the
removal of my office effects
from the Sharon building
to the new Vermont
building. Today I gave
up the keys to the
rooms I have formerly
occupied at the Sharon,
#206 & 207 with ante room
to each.
" 24. Sunday. Addressed the
morning prayer meeting
in Temple. Then attended
18th Ward Sunday School
and according to prior
appointment delivered
address before the com-
bined Parents' & Theological

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departments on "The sig-
nificance of Pioneer Day."
Also made a short
address before the School
as a whole. At night
I attended service in
our own Ward - the first
opportunity of the kind
I have had since before
the folks left on their
vacation.	This evening
Paul left to spend
a few days with friends
in Emigration Canyon, so
I am strictly alone.
July 25. Holiday, observed by
patriotic celebration as
Pioneer Day, yesterday
being the Sabbath.
" 28 Paul returned and
resumed work at office.
" 29 Today we began the work
of hauling the Deseret
Museum collections from
their temporary storage
quarters to the Vermont
building.

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July 31. Sunday. Attended 27th
Ward Sunday School
and delivered short ad-
dresses before the Parents'
Class, and to the assem-
bled school.
Aug.2. Attended a session of
the Bishop's Court in the
27th Ward.
" 7. Sunday. Fast Day. Attended
Temple Fast-day services
during forenoon, and
27th Ward services during
afternoon; at each of
these meetings I was
one of several speakers.
In the evening I was
present at 17th Ward
services to hear Elder
C. W. Penrose speak on
"The Dispensation of the
Fulness of Times."
" 9. The work of removing
the Museum collections
to the Vermont Bldg. is
practically finished.

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The yet greater work of
classification and ar-
rangement remains. The
general condition is
given in a reporter's ac-
count in this evening's
issue of the "Deseret
News". –

[printed text]
[left column]
NEW QUARTERS FOR
	DESERET MUSEUM

Dr. Talmage in Charge of Hous-
	ing of Exhibit in Vermont
		Building.

A REMARKABLE COLLECTION

Selenite Specimen Most Valuable—
   Mummies of Ancient Race—Casts of
      Mammoth Mastodons, Etc.

	Now that the Vermont building has
been completed, the Deseret Museum
will have permanent, suitable head-
quarters for the really remarkable
specimens contained in its exhibit. Dr.
Talmage is in charge of housing the
new exhibit.
	"We are just beginning to get a good
start," is the way Dr. James E. Tal-
mage, general supervisor of the Des-
eret museum exhibit, smilingly put it,
when seen by The News, Monday, as
he was busily engaged looking after
the mountains of boxes and mounds

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of uncanny objects which were strewn
over the entire second floor and base-
ment of the Vermont building, where
between 60 and 70 tons of things have
just been dumped by a small army of
men which has been working hard for
the past week.
	"But it will in all probability be six
months yet before we can possibly have
the innumerable specimens properly
listed, placed in case or rack, framed,
or mounted and in condition to be
opened to the public," continued the
doctor, "and I wish you would make
this emphatic that it will be months
yet before the doors may be opened.
Even now we are besieged by visitors,
principally tourists, coming here to
view the things.
	"When compared with some of the
collections in the great eastern centers
where they have unlimited means at
their command, our collection may
seem small, but for its size it is one
of the best, and we have some rare
specimens unsurpassed in any collec-
tion."
	COLLECTION OF SELENITE.
  	Then the doctor pointed out his un-
equaled collection of selenite, or gyp-
sum crystals discovered in Wayne
county, amounting to more than 20
tons of choice specimens, some of
which are almost as large as a man and
weigh hundreds of pounds. Fifty tons
of these gigantic crystals were hauled
by team to Salina and from there
shipped by train to Salt Lake years ago.
Dr. Talmage has refused as much as
$800 for single specimens, and there
are four or five of them that today
would command between $3,000 and
$4,00. In this collection is the largest
prism ever discovered.
	In the south part of the room were
11 human bodies safely nailed up in
boxes, the mummified remains of an
ancient race. With one exception these
are found in a doubled-up position,
but a large case has been built for the
unusual extended specimen.

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	Then there are the casts of mammoth
mastodons and other prehistoric ani-
mals, of fishes, of meteors, of the great
gold nuggets, etc.
	There is on hand a fine collection of
papier mache model flowers and a per-
fect human skeleton with removable
parts, all of which are of inestimable
benefit to students in botany and phys-
iology.
	In the rear is a broad corridor lead-
ing from the great east room to the
equally large west room. The west
room will be devoted principally to
natural, historical and ethnological
exhibits and subjects. There is a
large collection of books.

	VALUABLE PRISMS

	Here have been mentioned only a
small part of the thousands of in-
teresting collections from the various
countries of the earth where mis-
sionaries and others have collected
rare native products from the animal,
vegetable and mineral kingdoms, and
the almost countless rare manuscripts,
ancient coins, rare and historic old
furniture and other objects of vast
interest too numerous to mention.
	During his travels, Dr. Talmage has
ever been on the watch, securing a
great number of fine specimens
through purchase and by exchange.
He has found his 50 tons of giant
selenite crystals worth to the
museum almost as much as a gold
mine in exchange value with similar
institutions which were eager to se-
cure specimens of these great prisms.
In exhibiting these specimens especial-
ly, Dr. Talmage has succeeded
in giving the Deseret Museum
fame throughout the United States
and in many European countries, as
the great gypsum crystals never fail
to secure highest awards in their
line. Scores of framed diplomas tell-
ing prizes taken will line the walls of
the various rooms.
	These two large exhibit rooms have
been beautifully constructed, afford-
ing ample light to show off the dis-
play to the best advantage. Nearly
a dozen of the old cases will be used
in the new quarters, but a large num-
ber of new ones have been ordered
and should be here in time to receive
the exhibits when ready for placing.

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	CURATOR'S QUARTERS.

	In the north front of the building
Dr. Talmage has had arranged a
suite of five beautiful rooms for his
private use. The first is his reception
room; next to this is his prvate den,
where he has a handsome solid old
walnut top desk, the first ever
brought to Utah. It cost $800 in its
day, and was brought over by John
W. Young for President Brigham
Young who used it for years. Then
there is the laboratory for private re-
search and other work. This is one
of the most complete and convenient-
ly arranged private laboratories in the
country with elaborate apparatus, gas,
compressed air and every convenience
imaginable. Opening out of this is a
fine photograph room.

		HONOR TO FOUNDER.
	"The object of the founders and
the present directors of the Deseret
museum is educational first of all,"
said Dr. Talmage, "and too much
praise cannot be given to the late
Joseph L. Barfoot, its founder. He was
a man honored and respected while
he lived, and the rough granite
column in the city cemetery today is
symbolical of the sturdy qualities of
the first curator of the Deseret
museum."

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Aug. 10. Today I delivered to the
First Presidency the keys
to the Temple, which I
have been permitted to
hold while the Church
records and certain other
effects of the Deseret
Museum have been
kept within the Temple
precincts. I have enjoyed
the use of a convenient
room at the east end
on se the fifth floor,
and have had access
thereto at any and all
times. The privilege
has been appreciated,
and I confess to a
feeling of sadness
in surrendering the same.
The books, records, etc.
have been removed to
my new quarters in
the Vermont. I have been
allowed to take with
me for temporary use,

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on guaranty of return,
a number of volumes
belonging to the Temple
library.
Aug 14. Sunday. Delivered an
address before the Parents'
Class of the 20th Ward
Sunday School on "Rule
and Law." The occasion was
one of special interest
as this day marks the
79th birthday of Bishop
George Romney, the
father of the Ward. At
night I attended service
in the 12"-13" Ward.
" 20	The Deseret Evening News
of this date publishes my
address delivered in the
Tabernacle on Sunday, June
19th last. The report
follows.: –

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[The following newspaper clipping attached to page]
The Lord's Purpose in
	The Creation of Man

An Address by Elder James E. Talmage, at the Salt
	Lake Stake Conference, in the Tabernacle, Sun-
	day, June 18 <19>, 1910.

(Reported by F. W. Otterstrom.)
[Column 1]
	I have not entirely recovered from the
effects of the morning services. The
exercises held here this morning, inci-
dent to the first session of the current
conference of the Salt Lake stake of
Zion, were in a manner unusual, and
assuredly they were impressive and in-
spiring. The time was given up to the
Sunday school organization, which is
one of the auxiliaries of the Church,
and most of the exercises were ren-
dered by the boys and girls belonging
to the Sunday schools. I am told there
were about 3,600 of them here, and
these, let it be remembered, represent
but a part of the Sunday school popula-
tion of but one of the four stakes
comprised within the city of Salt Lake,
and besides these there are over 60
other stakes, each with its several
wards, and each ward with its Sun-
day school, and other organizations
provided for in the plan of the Church
constitution. The exercises thus ren-
dered had a particular bearing, as those
who were present know, and as others
who read the program may learn. It
was desired that the children should
express themselves in relation to the
work and administration of the present
general superintendent of the Sunday
schools of the Church, throughout the
world, who is also the president of the
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints, President Joseph F. Smith. I
was impressed with the thought that
children with this morning's example
before them would grow up in the be-
lief that not all the great men of the
world have either passed away or are
yet to come, but that we have such
with us. How prone we are to spend
our time in contemplating the past, or

[Column 2]
in fanciful views as to the future. How
prone we are to canonize and, virtually,
to deify, the leaders of bygone days
and to regret that we have not such
men amongst us now. It is one of the
weaknesses of man to believe that his
time and his place are unimportant
compared with the times that have
gone and the places that are distant.
The craze for travel ofttimes leads to
the belief that our home is unimpor-
tant, that our immediate surroundings
are trifling, that we must go abroad
and afar to see things that are worth
seeing, to meet men who are worth
meeting.
	I was much impressed in talking with
a learned archeologist, some time ago,
in a remark made by him concerning
some of the earliest records of the
past, records that have been unearthed
from the ruins of ancient cities, and
are now regarded as among the world's
great treasures. It was curious and
not uninstructive to note that one of
the very oldest of them all was in the
nature of an essay or dissertation be-
wailing the then present conditions and
regretting the good old times that had
gone. Times, to us, so far back in the
past that the mind can scarcely grasp
the lapse of years, were then regarded
as modern, degenerate days, and the
men who lived, as weaklings compared
with the mighty ones who had gone,
and with the great times that had then
long since passed away. Others of us
are always talking of the good times
that are to come, of the great things
that the future shall unfold. Aye, the
future is rich in promise; many mighty
developments shall yet be witnessed,
and these shall be greater than the
present only as the unfolding of the
scheme of the great drama, bringing
each successive act in its order and
leading on to the grand finale, is great-
er than the preparatory stages that
preceded.

[The following is sideways next to text]
DESERET EVENING NEWS SATURDAY AUGUST 20 1910

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.
Aug. 20						

	1910

IMPORTANCE OF OUR OWN DAY.

	I believe the greatest time of all is
the time in which we live, that the best
age of the world is the present age,
that the time for work is the present,
and that workers are wanted now. The
harvest is ripe, and the reapers are
few. I realize that in all ages of the
world the Lord has had special plans
and purposes for the times. I believe
that a careful study of history reveals
the fact that the time of human ex-
istence is divisible into ages and epochs,
each marked by some particular and
characteristic unfolding of the divine
plan. There ever has been, even as
there is now, a ruling spirit of the
times, working toward the development
of God's purposes and the maturing of
his plans.

	NEED OF NEW SCRIPTURES.

	It is well that we contemplate his-
tory, that we study the facts of bygone
years, that we carefully investigate the
lives of past leaders, for thus may we
learn from these men and from these
events something of the way in which
God deals with his people. But, my
friends, we are not living in the past;
we are living in the present, and our
work is the work of today. The Scrip-
tures of the past are to us of inesti-
mable worth, giving unto us the word of
God as it was declared unto the people
then, and offering us information,
truths of highest worth, concerning his
purposes and his plans. But, we need
Scriptures that fit the times; we need
revelations suited to the conditions; we
need instruction that is living and
virile, because it has come specifically
to us, not simply adapted unto us from
the past. I read that when the Christ
appeared upon the earth and went
forth in the work of his ministry, his
very first sermon commanded the at-
tention of the people, and they said:
"Never has man spoken like this man;
he speaks as one having authority, and
not as the Scribes." Oh, those devout
Jews had been gathering Sabbath after
Sabbath, in their synagogues, had lis-
tened to many a learned dissertation,
to many a sermon-like oration, had lis-
tened to arguments or explanations
based on the Scriptures that were then
already ancient; but here came one who
spoke from the authority that rested
upon him, and by virtue of the power
that was inherent in him. They had to
listen, for his words were the words of
the times, not a mere echo from the
dead past. Did he in any way belittle
those ancient Scriptures? Nay; he
quoted from them, cited them, applied
them, t[---] his hearers that they were
f[---] to accept as the law; but he
gave unto them something greater and
grander than all that had gone, be-
cause it was for them.

	GOD'S DEALINGS OF TODAY.

	Thus is it ever with the works of

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God; he deals with the circumstances
and conditions of the times, and the
Church of God must be up with the
times, must be organized in such way
as to be prepared to receive the revela-
tions of the day; and unto his people
in every age hath the Lord spoken
through those men who have been
called and commissioned to be his rep-
resentatives upon the earth. Them has
he honored; their words he has accept-
ed as though they had been his own;
and unto his people has he spoken in
no uncertain tones. In my judgement
there never has been a time, since the
days of Adam, when the Lord had not
his prophets upon the earth, men au-
thorized to speak, because of the spe-
cial commission that had been given
unto them and the special appointment
by which they had been sanctified. I
admit that there has been a long, long
period of spiritual darkness, a time of
dread apostasy, when the people turned
away from the established order of the
church, but, nevertheless, even in these
times, the Lord has had his servants
upon the earth, acting and operating as
he taught them, and all working in the
way of preparation for the day when
the gospel should be restored–aye, and
more than restored, when all of the
past should be represented and all the
new unfoldings of the present should
be witnessed. Each of these prophets,
each of these ambassadors of God, has
had his special commission and his spe-
cial appointment; and in that sense, no
prophet ever had a successor, that is in
the sense of having his place taken by
another man who merely did his work
anew. Jeremiah followed Isaiah, but
the message of Jeremiah is particularly
and distinctively different from the
word of Isaiah, being adapted to the
times in which he lived. Ezekiel, Zach-
ariah, Malachi, each of them had a
mission and message which he was
commissioned to perform and to de-
liver.

	MESSAGE OF AUTHORITY.

	Now comes in this the pres-
ent day–I will not say the
present age, nor the present century–in
the present day and hour, a Church
that speaks unto the world as a
Church having authority, and not as
the divines and scribes who base all
they have to say upon the ancient
Scriptures of the long-gone past. This
Church proclaims that God is speak-
ing now, that he is giving revelation
unto his people, that he is calling
the world to repent, not by virtue of
the proclamation made in the wilder-
ness of Judea but by virtue of the com-
mandments he has given even in this
very day in which we live. And how
are these men called and appointed?
The Lord knows the work he has for
them to do.

PREPARATION OF LORD'S MES-
		  SENGERS.

	I was impressed by the remark made
by Prest. Morris this morning, that
men are called and, sometimes, car-
ried through long years of preparation
for the special work of which they,
at the time, may be entirely in ignor-

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ance. I call to mind that when the
Lord would have a leader in days
gone by, who should bring Israel out
of bondage, he chose him, as was
pointed out, even while he was a babe
in his cradle of rushes. That lad was
taken into the palace of the kings and
there was given his preliminary train-
ing of 40 years; there he became used
to kingly ways and royal surround-
ings. One would think, perhaps, that
40 years of training would be enough,
but no, the higher lessons had yet to
come, and he was led away from the
palace, led or driven, as you choose,
out into the wilderness, and there did
he recieve instruction and training
during another 40 years before he was
deemed prepared for the work the
Lord had in store for him; then came
the command, "Go down and deliver
my people Israel." Aye, I believe that
the Lord chooses his servants even be-
fore they are born. Strange, indeed?
Not at all, not at all. Can you for
a minute believe that this existence is
the sum total of our lives? Do you
believe that we, as individuals, began
our existence with our birth here upon
the earth? My friends, we lived be-
fore ever we came here. We passed
through a stage of growth, develop-
ment and preparation before we were
deemed worthy to come upon this
earth and take upon ourselves bodies
for this second course of training. We,
too, have been living in the palace of
the King—the King of kings—aye,
with our Father, in our primeval home.
After that training we are led out in-
to the wilderness, and some of us are
kept here a few years, and some many
years, subjected to all the trials and
tribulations of this cold home, this
desert-world, until we shall be pre-
pared to go to something yet grander
and yet higher that lies beyond. The
pre-existent state, I take it, is proved
by reason and by analogy as well as
by direct revelation from the Lord
himself.
	I want to ask your attention to a
very remarkable communication made,
according to a Scripture which by
translation is modern, but which by
origin is ancient, unto Abraham, the
father of the faithful, and one of the
great patriarchs with whom the Lord
established his everlasting covenant.
In the words of the patriarch, I read:
	"Now the Lord had showed unto
Abraham the intelligences that were
organized before the world was, and
among all these there were many of
the noble and great ones; and God
saw these souls that they were good;
and he stood in the midst of them and
he said: 'These I will make my rul-
ers,' for he stood among those that
were spirits, and he saw that they
were good; and he said unto me,
Abraham, 'Thou wert one of them;
thou wast chosen before thou wast
born,'"
	This is one of the Scriptures which 
the modern Church declares unto the
world as one having authority, not
based upon the writings that have
been received as current Scriptures in
the world. It may be interesting to
read a little further:

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	"And there stood one among them
that was like unto God, and he said
unto those who were with him, We
will go down, for there is space there,
and we will take of these materials,
and we will make an earth
whereon these may dwell."
Now note the purpose of that
creation: "And we will prove them
herewith, to see if they will do all
things whatsoever the Lord their God
shall command them; and they who
keep their first estate shall be added
upon, and they who keep not their
first estate shall not have glory in the
same kingdom with those who keep
their first estate; and they who keep
their second estate shall have gloey
added upon their heads, for ever and
ever. And the Lord said, Whom shall
I send? And one answered, like unto
the Son of man, Here am I, send me;
and another answered and said, Here
am I, send me. And the Lord said,
I will send the first. And the second
was angry and kept not his first estate,
amd at that day many followed after
him."

	WORLD'S LEADERS PRE-OR-
			DAINED.
	
	I believe that any revelation giving
unto us information and knowledge as
to the relation between the life we now
lead and the life we have led before,
is to us as important as any declara-
tion concerning the relation of this
present life to the life that shall come.
These men who have done so much for
their fellows, those whom the Lord
hath made his rulers and his leaders
were, even as was Abraham, chosen
before they were born; and in this gen-
eralization I include not only those
who stand in priestly offices, and who
speak as prophets, seers, and revela-
tors; for the Lord has had many men
upon the earth whose work has not
been strictly spiritual. The Latter-day
Saints believe that every man who has
contributed to the advancement of his
fellows, to the spread of civilization,
to the enlarging of the domain of hu-
mand intelligence and power, is an ap-
pointed servant of God, set apart to
his high office. Yes, we go so far as
to believe that Columbus was chosen
for his mission and that he was pre-
pared, through the scenes of his early
life, for the great consummation there-
of, and that this mission was predicted
many centuries before he was born in
the flesh. We believe that the found-
ers of this great, mighty, splendid gov-
ernment were servants of God, chosen
for their work, pre-ordained, if you
please, to come and serve in the cause
of human liberty; and we think there
is nothing incongruous, nothing in-
consistent in meeting here in this place
of worship with the flag of our coun-
try draping the pulpit and stands, and
with the national colors surrounding
us on the gallery. We make it a part
of our religion to serve our country

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well; we believe that patriotism is ap-
proved of God and that we are expect-
ed to stand for all that is good, for all 
that is great in the institutions of
our land. That is in accordance with
modern revelation, my friends, strictly
so; and with respect to the modern
Scriptures of this Church, not even
our most unfriendly critics have been
able to point out any inconsistency
between the Scriptures of the present
and the spirit of the Scriptures of the
past. I have heard it said by those
who know us not, that amongst the
Latter-day Saints there is no deeply
seated love for country, for nation, for
home, but I fail to find such condi-
tions here prevailing.
	By way of illustration, let me ask
your attention to some views concern-
ing the relation of human govern-
ments and churchly organizations, as
set forth in one of the works which is
accepted by this people, as a guide in
their faith and doctrine:
	"We believe that governments were
instituted of God for the benefit of
man, and that he holds men account-
able for their acts in relation to them,
either in making laws or in administer-
ing them for the good and safety of 
society.
	"We believe that all governments,
necessarily, require civil officers and
magistrates to enforce the laws of the
same, and that such as will administer
the law in equity and justice, should
be sought for and upheld by the voice
of the people, if a republic, or the will
of the sovereign. . . . 
	"We believe that all men are bound
to sustain and uphold the respective
governments in which they reside,
while protected in their inherent and
inalienable rights by the laws of such
governments; and that sedition and
rebellion are unbecoming every citi-
zen thus protected, and should be pun-
ished accordingly; and that all govern-
ments have a right to enact such laws
as in their own judgment are best
calculated to secure the public interest,
at the same time, however, holding
sacred the freedom of conscience.	.  .  .
	"We do not believe it just to mingle
religious influence with civil govern-
ment, whereby one religious society is
fostered, and another proscribed in its
spiritual privileges, and the individual
rights of its members as citizens, de-
nied."

	FREEDOM OF CONSCIENCE.

	I ask you, my friends, does this sound
anything like treason? Anything like
disloyalty? Is there anything here to
suggest that we look forward to a time
when the government of our land shall
be subverted and when human rights
and human liberties shall be denied.
"We claim the privilege of worshiping
Almighty God according to the dictates
of our own conscience, and allow all
men the same privilege, let them wor-
ship how, where, or what they may."
Another modern Scripture, if you

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please. Is there anything in it with
which you can find fault? Anything
there that savors of bigotry or narrow-
ness? Anything that indicates that if
we had the power we would elevate
this Church to the oppression of others
who choose to worship differently from
ourselves? We do not believe that God
is pleased with enforced praise; we do
not believe that prayers that come up
to him by compulsion are acceptable.
We do not ask for liberties for our-
selves, which we are not ready and
willing to grant unto all mankind. I
merely try to illustrate to you some of
the features of these modern revela-
tions of these nineteenth and twentieth
century Scriptures, to see if you can
find anything in them at variance with
the spirit of the Scriptures of the past.
	We recognize the Church, as estab-
lished in this day and age of the world,
as an organization founded upon the
plan that God has revealed; indeed, we
believe that it would have been and is
still beyond the power of man to form-
ulate such a plan of organization as
that upon which this Church is found-
ed; it could not be done by human
wisdom alone; it is beyond man to es-
tablish such an organization as shall be
adaptable to the conditions of the un-
folding purposes of God. We recog-
nize the power of the priesthood, be-
lieving that this has been restored to
the earth by divine interposition, and
that those properly called and appoint-
ed to offices within that priesthood are
speaking and acting as the representa-
tives of the Lord himself. Then, it
may be thought, perhaps: This means
oppression; this means tyranny. A
man thus clothed and thus endowed
with authority will be prone to op-
press his fellows and to exert upon
them undue influence and to make of
them his servants and his slaves. But
I read again:

	RIGHTS OF PRIESTHOOD.

	"The rights of the priesthood are in-
separably connected with the powers
of heaven, and the powers of heaven
cannot be controlled nor handled only
upon the principles of righteousness.
That they may be conferred upon us it
is true, but when we undertake to
cover our sins or to gratify our pride,
our vain ambition, or to exercise con-
trol or dominion or compulsion upon
the souls of the children of men, in any
degree of unrighteousness, behold the
heavens withdraw themselves, the spirit
of the Lord is grieved, and when it is
withdrawn, amen to the priesthood and
authority of that man."
	Is there anything there to indicate
that this priestly power can be exer-
cised for oppression, that it can be per-
mitted to interfere with individual lib-
erties, that one placed in a position of
authority and rulership can exercise the
power that goes with that office ir-
responsibly? The power of God, as
given, is a power of which he is jeal-

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ous, and he holds an men, unto whom
it is given, accountable for its just
and righteous exercise. Such are
some of the characteristics of this
modern Church which is but modern
in the fact of its re-establishment,
for it is, in fact, the old Church come
again. And we as Latter-day Saints,
recognizing that the power of the
priesthood is in the Church, feel it
right to honor those who are called to
exercise that power. We are not man-
worshipers; we believe that men are
the instruments of God, to be used in
the working out of the divine purposes;
but when one stands amongst us
clothed with the power of the priest-
hood, we regard him as possessing a
power which it is not within our
choice to give or to take away, and,
consequently, he should be respected
and honored in his place. We have
reason to rejoice in the fact that the
Lord has ambassadors upon the earth
at the present time. At our seat of
government we have representatives
of the great powers of the earth, and
if it ever should be necessary that a
message should be sent from the em-
pire of Russia, from the kingdom of
England, or from any other of the
great countries and nations of the
world, you will find there a representa-
tive whose special function and duty
it is to speak in the name of the
power which he represents. So with
reference to the dealings of God with
his children; he has his representa-
tives among them, and whenever it is
necessary that he shall speak, there
are those whose special function it is to
receive and transmit that message;
and the Latter-day Saints sing, not in
form alone but with their hearts and
souls:

"We thank thee, O God, for a prophet,
	To guide us in these latter days."

	May we be willing to be rightly led,
ever willing to listen unto the voice of
inspired instruction, and to follow
those whom the Lord has placed upon
the earth as his rulers and his leaders,
I ask, in the name of Jesus. Amen.

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Aug.21 Sunday. Attended evening
service in 20th Ward, and,
under appointment as
a home missionary, de-
livered an address.

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Aug. 22. Visit to Saltair with Dr.
C.F. Wilcox and Paul.
" 26. Field work near Little
Cottonwood canyon in com-
pany with B.F. Cummings.
" 28. Sunday. Delivered short
address at morning meeting.
Then Paul and I went to
station and met Mama and
the four children returning
from their summer on the
Coast. I rejoice to find them
all well. Excepting Sterling
who is in the missionary
field abroad our family
is now reunited at home.
" 29. Day marked by the opening
of school. Paul re enters
the High School, Elsie
remains at home for the
present, the rest enter
the grade schools.
" 30. After a very short reunion
with Wife and the children
who have been so long
away, I now have to leave them.

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1910.
	Started east today by noon
"Los Angeles, Limited" train
I go to procure Museum
supplies and to attend
to some professional busi-
ness.
Sept.1. Reached Chicago near
noon. Took room at
Great Northern hotel.
Afternoon visits to supply
houses.
" 3. Yesterday and today 
spent in work.
" 4 Sunday. Attended services
at Church headquarters,
110 South Paulina Street.
At Sunday School I 
delivered addresses in the
combined Parents' and
Theological classes, and
before the School in general.
Then followed the sacra-
ment meeting, which was
conducted as a testimony
meeting. At this I was
one of several speakers.

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Then I went with Dr. Samuel J.
Russell as his guest, and
spent the afternoon with
him and his charming
family. He drove me
back to the meeting
house, in his auto and
I was the speaker at
the evening service.
	Heavy rain all day.
Sept.5. Labor Day. By special
arrangement the Library
Bureau officials attended
me today, and we went
over plans for Deseret
Museum cases. Together
we visited the museum
of the Chicago Academy of
Sciences.
" 6. Spent greater part of day
at Academy of Sciences
and at Library Bureau.
Took evening train to
Milwaukee, Wis. Registered
at Hotel Pfister, but finding
later that owing to reservation

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of rooms I could not secure
accomodations. I took
quarters at Plankinton
House.
	Fortuitous and pleasant
meeting with my old
Lehigh instructor, Prof. E.H.S.
Bailey, now of the Univ. of
Kansas.
Sept. 7. Pleasant and profitable
day spent at "Public
Museum of the City of
Milwaukee." Many courtesies
received from the Director, 
Prof. Henry L. Ward. He kindly
gave me both time and
attention during many hours.
Took passage on night boat
"Nyak," Crosly Transportation
Co. line for Grand Haven.
" 8. Landed at 5 a.m., and
after a tedious wait of
an hour's duration, took
Grand Trunk train for
Grand Rapids, Mich. Took
room at Pantlind hotel.

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At 8.30 a.m. I was at the
Kent Scientific Museum. After
an hour's inspection as a
casual visitor I presented
myself at the office of the
director, and was welcomed
by Director Herbert L. Sargent
We spent some time in
the museum and devoted
the afternoon to examina-
tion of mounds outside
the city.
Sept.9. In accordance with plans
made yesterday, I spent
forenoon in visits to
museum furnishers. Then
with Mr. Moorman, – one of
Director Sargent's assistants,
– I went out to the mounds,
which resemble in form
those examined near
Detroit last November:
Moorman and I dug into
seven (7.) of these, thoroughly
exploring each but found
nothing. I believe these

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1910

 to be nothing but "turn-
overs"— i.e. elevating
produced by wind-thrown
trees. Mr. Sargent came
out on a later car.
There are several large
mounds in this locality,
which appear to be
of man-made structure
Sargent says some of
these have been opened
and have yielded human
bones and artifacts. The
un-opened mounds are
at present protected by
city ordinance. The
smaller mounds resemble
those examined by me
near Detroit last fall,
but none of these showed
structure or contents to
suggest artificial origin.
Returned to the city. I
took passage by night
train via Michigan Central
Ry. for Detroit.

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1910							

Sept.10. Reached Detroit at 7.15 a.m.
Took room at Wayne
hotel. After breakfast
I took car to Highland
Park station, and trav-
ersed the ground on
which I made the "finds"
in the mounds, under
direction of Soper and
Scotford last November.
I was on the ground by
9 a.m., and spent a good
part of the day thereon.
I find that no digging
has been done since my
second visit in early
December. It would seem
that with such promise
as my early finds gave
the local explorers might
have explored further.
" 11 Sunday. Telegram from
Prest. Ellsworth, Chicago, 
answers an inquiry
of mine, to the effect 
that no elders are here

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located at present.
This disappoints my
hopes of spending
this Sabbath with the
Saints here. Attended
service and Bible class
at Fort St. Church (Pres-
byterian).
Sept.12. Early morning visit to
Detroit Museum of Art.
Dr. A.H.Griffith the director,
gave me time and
attention. He and his
assistant Mr. Willam, were
among the first to expose
the alleged fraud of
archeological claims by 
Soper & Scotford. Followed
up the clue by later
visits to the offices of
the "Detroit News". The
files of the "News" show
a vigorous exposure of
Soper and Scotford, Novem-
ber 10", 15" & 20" 1907. If
the allegations were false

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it is a matter of wonder
that the paper was not
sued for libel. In the after-
noon I went out to the
address given in "State
Directory" as that of
Scotford, - 167 Abbott St.
Learned that he had
long ago left that
place, and that his
later address was 127 Baker
St. The latest city directory
gives this address. Went
to 127 Baker St., and was
informed that the Scotford
family had moved. Through
telephone operator I found
new address to the 2170 Mich-
igan Ave. Called up
Scotford by phone and
talked with him without
giving my name. He
positively refused to go
out digging, and referred
me to Soper and Father
Savage. He informed me

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that some of these relics
may be bought from
Mrs. Myra Dexter of
Edmore Michigan, or from
Mr. C. D. Stevens – proprietor
of a second-hand store –
St. Louis, Mo.
I learned from Dr. Griffith
that the man who made
the public exposure through
the "Detroit News" in 1907
was Wm. A. Beuscotter,
now city editor of the
Detroit Journal." Mr. Ben-
scotter is now away from
the city on a long vacation.
Sept. 13.	According to arrangement
made by telephone com-
munication with his
boarding place in
Detroit, and telegram
sent to him in his
temporary stopping
place in Port Huron,
Mr. Rudolph Etzenhouser
called upon me early

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today. He is one of the
traveling missionaries
of the "Reorganized church
of Latter-day Saints, and
he was accompanied
by a colleague, - "Elder
Allen" of the same church.
We spent greater part of
the day together, and 
discussed the matter
of the Michigan finds.
In the late afternoon
we called upon "Father
Savage" of the Holy
Trinity church (Catholic)
and were kindly received.
Sept 14,   According to arrange-
ments made last night,
Etzenhouser and I were
to go together today to
mounds in this vicinity
and dig. Shortly after
7 this morning, Etzenhouser
reached me by phone &
arranged for a meeting
at my hotel. He explained

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that Daniel E. Soper had
called upon him; and had
htold him he would have
to choose between Soper
and Talmage in the mat-
ter of companionship in
this investigation. I advised
Etzenhouser to continue
with Soper and therefore
plans for today's digging
were abandoned. Soper's 
hostility to me is due
to my refusal to yield
up to him certain of
my "finds" taken from
the mounds near
Detroit in November
last.
	Spent considerable
part of the day in
Detroit Museum. Left
by night train for Chicago.
Sept. 15. Arrived at Chicago
8 a.m. Took room at 
Great Northern hotel.
Spent forenoon at the

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Library Bureau, and
after part of day at
Field Museum. Recieved
two letters from home
dated 8th & 13th, both
giving assurances that
all are well.
Sept.16. Spent considerable time
at Library Bureau, and
balance of time was
devoted to museum exam-
ination at Academy of
National Services and at
apparatus houses.
" 17 At Library Bureau and
museums during day. Left
for home by night train,
(10.16).
" 19. Arrived home 5 p.m. Found
all well in health.
" 21 My birthday — 48 years
old!
" 22. Day spent in southern
part of the country, in —
specting farms within 
the smelter area, in

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company with Prof.
Lewis Merrill.
Sept.23. Interviews with First
Presidency and Presiding
Bishopric, reporting my
trip.
" 24. Left by night train for
Idaho Falls, Idaho. Ac-
cording to appointment I
go to make a mine
examination, and leave
a day earlier than at
first intended so as
to spend tomorrow with
the Sunday School workers
in that part.
" 25 Sunday. Arrived at
Idaho Falls 8.50 a.m.
Has met by Bro O.A.
Johannesen and conveyed
by auto to Porter hotel.
	Attended Ward Sunday
School, and delivered a
short address. Then filled
appointment at the of-
ficers' meeting of the

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Sunday School Union
board of Bingham
Stake; and by request
delivered a short address.
Was entertained at
dinner at home of Bro.
Morley of the Stake
superintedency. In the
afternoon attended Sunday
School Union meeting and
delivered addresses in the
theological and the
superintendent's depart-
ments, and before the
re-assembled Union. Then
in the evening I attended
the general service and
according to request of
the bishopric conveyed
to me before I left
home, I delivered the
address.
Sept. 26. Left Idaho Falls a little
before 7 a.m. and travelled
by auto to the property
of the Birch Creek Mining Co.

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about 64 miles by road
across the desert. The
property is situated in
Fremont County, about 6
miles north-westerly from
Reno post station. I was
accompanied by O.A. Johan-
nesen, Geo. Brunt and
A.T. Ohane, all directors
of the company, and by
Bert Ross owner and
driver of the automobile.
Reached the southern
limits of the property
by 10.30 a.m. Began the
examination at once. 
Sept. 27 My companions in yesterday's
ride returned to town, 
leaving me at the mine. 
Continued the work in
company with the president
& manager, Frederick H.
Turner.
" 29. This is Wife's birthday,
and I am unable to
offer greetings. She is

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42 today, God bless her.
	Continued my work
yesterday & today. The same
party who accompanied
me hither came today
with the auto. We all
started on the return
journey about 3 p.m. Ex-
perienced some delay on
the desert owing to a
punctured tire. Arrived
at Idaho Falls about 8
p.m. Business meeting
with some of the directors
followed. Then I boarded
the sleeper and went to
bed. Train left shortly
before midnight. 
Sept. 30. Arrived in Salt Lake
City 8.30 a.m. All fairly
well at home. Resumed
work at office and
museum.
Oct. 2. Sunday. Wife & I attended
Temple fast meeting. I also
attended morning prayer

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meeting, & afternoon fast
meeting in 27th Ward.
Oct. 3. Attended Ward priesthood
meeting in evening and
conducted High Priests' class
— the first opportunity
I have had since the
resuming of the sessions.
this season.
" 4. In company with Judge S.
R. Thurman I went by
morning train to Heber
City, thence by road con-
veyance to Midway and
to the Mountain Lake mine.
Spent the early part of
the night in the mine.
" 5. Resumed work in mine
early. Then drove back
to Heber City and took
train for home, arriving
about 8 p.m.
Oct. 6. General conference of the
Church opened today. A
very large attendance
marked both sessions.

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Oct. 7. Conference continued. This
evening the general priest-
hood meeting was held. By
announcement of court
over 1700 were present.
" 8. Special priesthood meeting
of Church officers held
during forenoon.
" 9 Sunday. Conference closed
after second session. Meeting
of Sunday School officers
at 6 p.m., and general
S.S. conference at night.
" 10. Went by early train
to Eureka, and spent day
in Uncle Sam mine.
Passed the night at
the hospitable home of
the superintendent, C.C.
Griggs.
" 11 Part of the day devoted
to mine work. Returned
home by evening train.
" 12. Left by afternoon train
for Imlay, Nevada. I go
to make examination

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of property belonging to.
Michigan & Nevada Mining
Co.
Oct. 13. Arrived at Imlay soon
after 6 a.m. Soon thereafter
I was joined by A.S.
Burrows of Bruce Mines,
Ontario, Canada, who had
preceded me hither. We
drove to the mine in
Tahama Gulch, and I
immediately began work.
" 17. Busy every day since
last entry, except yesterday
(Sunday). Mr. Burrows
& I drove to the station
(Imlay) this afternoon,
where I took train for
home.
" 18. Arrived 8.30. a.m. All
well at home. 
" 21. Interview with First Presidency
regarding Museum affairs
and Michigan relics.
" 23 Sunday. Address at morning
prayer meeting.

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. 1910.					  

Oct.24. Went by night train to
Eureka, accompanied by
Attorney Daniel Hontz. We
took rooms at Bullion
Beck.
" 25. Began inspection work
early in Uncle Sam mine.
" 27. Work continued since last
entry, in several mines – Uncle
Sam, Yankee, Mayday and
Colorado. Mr. Hontz re-
turned this morning; I
came in by tonight's train.
" 30 Sunday. Address at morning
prayer meeting. Then, in
accordance with prior
appointment I attended
Ninth Ward Sunday School
and delivered a lecture
to the Parents' department
on the current work as
outlined by the General Board.
" 31. Ward priesthood meeting at
night. Conducted work in
High Priests' class.
Nov. 1 General Board meeting of

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1910


Sunday School Union.
Interview with First
Presidency.
Nov. 2. Visit to U.S. smelter
and inspection of farms
in the vicinity with re-
gard to possible injury
from smelter emanations
Was accompanied by Prof.
Lewis A. Merrill
" 5 Went to Sandy by early
car, thence, by buggy
to Hawleys' Flat, near
Alta. Inspected mine
workings. Returned at
night.
" 6 Sunday. Attended early
prayer meeting, and
regular fast day service
in temple. Immediately
after this I attended
meeting of Sunday School
officials held in my
office At the 2 p.m. fast
meeting in 27th Ward
I officiated with the

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bishopric in confirming
our daughter Helen
May a member of the
Church. The darling
girl completed her eighth
year Oct. 24, and was
baptized at the taber-
nacle font yesterday.
	At 3 p.m. I was
present by appointment
at the fast day service
given for tourists and
visitors in the tabernacle
Music was rendered on
the great organ by
Bro. John J. McClellan,
and I delivered the
address.	In the evening
I gave a lecture under
Mutual Improvement aus-
pices in the 18th Ward
on "Pearls of the Faith".
[The following is written sideways in left margin next to above paragraph]
See Des. News, Nov. 19, 1910. Also entry for same date.
[Next paragraph labeled "" 7." in left margin]
Ward Priesthood meeting.
Conducted work of the
High Priests' class as
usual when I am present.

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Nov. 8.  	Election day. The political
campaign in Utah cul-
minating in today's
elections has been marked
by much personal vitup—
eration and bitterness.
The question of party
victory has fallen in
my opinion to the
significance of a
mere trifle compared with
the effect of the ill-
feeling manifested by
intemperate utterances of
partisans. Not a few
seem to be willing to
barter their birthrights
for a mess of political
pottage.
	Attended Sunday School
Union meeting in the
office of the First
Presidency.
" 9. Results of the election
give almost uniform
victory to the Republicans

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in Utah. The vicious
anti-Church so-called
"American" party elected
a justice of the peace
and a constable within
city precincts. With
these exceptions the
nominees of that party
were defeated. In the
country at large Democratic
success was very marked.
It is announced that
the next congress will
have a large democratic
majority in the House
of Representatives.
	This evening I attended
Sunday School Union
of Ensign Stake held
in 20th Ward. By prior
appointment I delivered
a lecture to the Parents' 
department.
Nov. 13. Sunday. After morning
prayer meeting I attended
High Priests' quorum meeting

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of Ensign Stake. Elder R.W.
Young, president of the
stake and I were the
speakers.		In the evening
went to Sandy, as per
prior appointment and
lectured before the general
ward assembly, held under
the auspices of the Mutual
Improvement Associations.
subject by request, was
"Pearls of the Faith." Re-
turned home after meeting.
Nov. 14. Went to Eureka by evening
train. Took room at
Bullion Beck house.
" 15. Mine examination work
in Uncle Sam and Iron
Blossom.
" 16. Work of yesterday continued.
" 17. Devoted day to examina-
tion of Dagmar mining 
property, at instance
of Bro. W. J. Adams.
" 18. Examination of Baltimore
mining property. In the

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evening visted Iron Blossom.
mine. Heavy rain and
snow storm at night. Very
unpleasant experience.
Nov.19. Returned to Salt Lake City
by morning train.
	This evening's issue of
the Deseret News con-
tains a report of my
address in the tabernacle,
Sunday, Nov. 6.
	The same issue contains
a press picture of Wife
as she appeared at
the age of 18.
	Clippings are appended.

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DESERET EVENING NEWS SATURDAY

	   	    LEAVES FROM OLD ALBUMS.

		   [photo of Mrs. May Booth Talmage]

	           MRS. MAY BOOTH TALMAGE.
 	 The above plate is a picture of Mrs May Booth Talmage, wife of
Prof. James E. Talmage and is from a photograph taken when she was 18
years of age, and a member of classes taught by Prof. Talmage at the B. Y.
Academy of Provo, where she first met her future husband. She is a daughter sister
of Judge Booth of Provo, and a popular and active member of her social and
club sets, and religious organizations.

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[The following newspaper clipping attached to page]
DESERET EVENING NEWS SAURDAY NOVEMBER 19 1910

Practical Beliefs of
	Latter-day Saints

Address Delivered at the Salt Lake Tabernacle, Sun-
	day, November 6, 1910, by
	DR. JAMES E. TALMAGE.

(Reported by F. W. Otterstrom.)
[Column 1]
IN arising to address you, my friends,
I confess to two desires. The first
and the foremost is that I may be
able to speak unto you only that
which is true; the second, that should
I fail in the first, you may recognize
the error. For I care not to have
[---] responsibility rest upon me of
finding that you have gone forth from
this place with erroneous conceptions
as to our belief and as to the claims of
the Church which I represent.
	The special purpose of this day's
service has been sufficiently explained
to you. You noted, perchance, the ex-
planation that the people are generally
assembled in their several wards this
afternoon, whereas on other Sundays
of the month, except the first, you will
usually find an audience of many thou-
sands here in the regular course of
appointed worship. The purpose of
this special assembly in the several
wards was stated to you as being
incident to this day's character as a
day of fasting and of prayer; and that
feature of Latter-day Saint custom is
significant. The people are taught to
gather at specified times, notably on
the first Sunday of the month, not only
to engage in prayer—which, indeed,
should be characteristic of the sincere
soul on all days and, in a measure, at
all times—but that they should go
there, if there be no reason to the con-
trary, fasting, that they may thereby
gain additional spiritual strength.  But,
it is also expected and, in a man-
ner, required of them that as they thus
gather they shall bring the offerings
they may choose to make for the help
of the poor. It is recommended that,
when not interdicted by special con-
dition, they abstain from food, dur-
ing the early meal times of the day,
and that they bring at least what those
meals would cost in the household, and
place that at the disposal of the prop-
er authorities of the ward to be used
in ministering to the poor. For we are
simple-minded enough to believe that
our prayers are not acceptable unto
God if they come up mingled with the
cries of the hungry and the groans of
the suffering who are left without at-
tention and care.

[Column 2]
	PRACTICAL RELIGION.
	This religion of ours is peculiar to-
day in being pre-eminently a practical
religion. There is more in it than a
mere system of theology, more than
a mere code of dogmas relating to
spiritual conceptions. We believe not
only in profession but in doing; and
this practical feature of our religion,
illustrated and represented by the or-
der of the day, I say is significant and
is indicative of that practical spirit
which we hold should and of necessity
must pervade all true religion. Prayer
consists not in words, my friends. The
most acceptable prayers are not those
that are couched in choicest English,
nor those composed according to the
strictest rules of rhetoric, but those
that go forth with the seal of the
heart's desire, best attested by heart-
effort. This religion, called Mormon-
ism, I repeat, is pre-eminently prac-
tical; and it is in a manner distin-
guished, amongst the religious profes-
sions of the day, in another particular:
It is remarkably simple. We hold that
worship is no mere matter of ritual or
formula, that no specially devised
chancels or altars are required, that
while it is seemingly proper that we
should erect the best houses of worship
that our intelligence can create, never-
theless the stone of the desert may be
an acceptable altar, and the canyons
and mountain peaks may, indeed, be
cathedral walls and chancels. We are
so simple-minded as to believe that
words mean what they express, and
worship unto us is what the very name
declares.
	CONCEPTION OF DEITY.
	Students of English, amongst you,
know that that word "worship" comes
to us as the child of Anglo-Saxon par-
ents, "weordhscipe" distinctly meaning
"worthiship;" and no man can really,
truly, and sincerely worship unless he
has some conception of the worthiness
of the object to whom his worship is
addressed. Hence we believe that to
worship acceptably we must know
something of the great Being to whom
our prayers are presented. We may
not be able to comprehend him in his
majesty and might, nor in his super-
lative excellence, but we should know
[-] know him

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him as he would have us know [---]
King, Ruler, Creator though he be! He
has given unto me and unto you the
right to approach him and call him
by the endearing name of Father.
There is a simplicity and a familiarity
about him that enters into the heart.
We may in a measure comprehend him
as Father, and the Latter-day Saints
believe, and claim, and dare affirm, that
that is no mere  figure of speech, no
mere metaphor, but that he is in very
truth the Father of the human race,
and that we mortals are born of im-
mortal parentage, and that immortal-
ity and eternal life await us as our her-
itage and as a birthright conferred upon
us by our immortal parents.

	ELEMENTS OF SIMPLICITY.

	There is this element of simplicity
running through the whole system
known under the name of "Mormon-
ism." When Christ said unto the peo-
ple of old, "Be ye perfect even as your
Father in heaven is perfect," we believe
he uttered no empty wish only, but
that he expressed a possibility.	I ad-
mit that we are far removed from per-
fection in our present state, but the
capacity to attain perfection is born
in you and in me. I know not what
ages will be required, what eternities
may elapse before any one of us may
attain to that standard that may be
designated as perfection, but we are
headed that way! We are traveling
that road; and the destiny of the hu-
man race is upward and onward, for
they are the children of the eternal God.
Mormonism is extreme, indeed, in its
teachings as to the possibilities of evo-
lution; it goes so far as to say that
man shall evolve from one stage to
another, from one condition to another
until he shall attain the rank and the
powers of godship. We go so far as
to believe that there is no end to the
development of the human soul, to the
advancement of the born heirs of Diety.
	Simple, indeed, is that theology—of-
fensive in its simplicity, in a way—
but was not "simplicity" the charge
that give rise to the scorn with which
the early gospel was attended? The
criticism brought against the church
as founded by the Christ, in the meri-
dian of time, and as built up by his
apostles during the first century after
the crucifixion, the stigma cast upon it,
the reproach hurled against it was:
"It is too simple.	No trained priests
are required to minister in its ordi-
nances.	No elaborate temples or or-
nate altars are needed.	There are no
mysteries in your rites."	And for that
reason the church was condemned, and
its adherents were	persecuted; and
then, as the spirit of apostasy grew,
an attempt was made to remodel, in a
manner, the simple ordinances of the
church, to make them conform the bet-
ter and the more to the general desire
for mystery.	The ordinance of bap-
tism, so striking in its simplicity, was
changed and modified until it became
mysterious.
			No longer was it con-
sidered the simple ordinance established
for the remission of sins, consisting of
immersion in the water in type of death
and burial, and coming forth, typical of
the resurrection, but it was to be at-
tended by mysterious anointings with
oil, before and after: and, in the fourth
century we find the baptized neophytes
required to clothe themselves in white
robes made after the fashion of chil-
dren's attire, and they were fed on
milk and honey, to impress upon them
that they	were children in the faith,
newly born.	With these alterations the
sanctity of the ordinance departed, and
all because in its original form it was
too simple to appeal to the imagination.
There is nothing imaginary, my friends,
in that solemn requirement, "Except a
man be born of the water and of the
spirit, he cannot enter the kingdon of
God."	The declaration is all-compre-
hensive, couched in language which
even the child can understand; there is
nothing left to the imagination.	So
be not offended at the simplicity of our
form of worship.	It is characteristic
of truth that it is simple.

	TOLERANCE NECESSARY.

	We have regard for your preferences
in worship, even as your presence here
today declares that you have respect
and regard for ours; for one charac-
teristic of this so-called modern church
is its insistence of the toleration of all
honest beliefs. We hold that intoler-
ance is unscriptural, as truly as it is
unjust. As stated in one of the articles
of our faith, "We claim the privilege
of worshiping Almighty God according
to the dictates of our own conscience,
and allow all men the same privilege,
let them worship how, where, or what
they may." Such is the platform of
toleration upon which we stand. There-
fore, if I have amongst my hearers
here today Methodist friends, Presby-
terians, Lutherans, Catholics, Episco-
palians, I have respect unto your faith,
because you regard it as sacred, and I
hold that you should have repect for
mine. I ask for myself no greater meas-
ure of liberty in my worship than I
claim for you, but that does not say
that because I have respect for you and
your faith that I accept it. I may con-
sider it wrong, defective, incomplete,
unsatisfying; and, on the other hand, I
may, as I do, claim that my church is
the Church of Christ, as its name in-
dicates, and those claims for tolera-
tion and yet for excellence of that
which I believe are in no way incon-
sistent. For worship, to be acceptable,
must be voluntary; it must spring from
the heart. Worship cannot be forced
on the part of any man, and we ask
you only, invite you simply, to ex-
amine into the claims made by this
Church, and if you find them to be
sound, logical, consistent, scriptural,
true, we leave it to you to accept them
or not as you choose. We do not force

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them upon you, for such would be con-
trary to the very teachings of the
Church itself. We send our mission-
aries out, thousands of them are in the
field now, asking only that they present
the truth in the simplest way they can,
and leave it then unto those unto whom
it is presented to accept or reject. This
Church does not rest upon the founda-
tions of other churches torn down, nor
are its walls built of the bricks and
rocks torn from other edifices; and if
it cannot live, and thrive, and grow,
and develop except by attacking others,
it ought not to live. We hold that this
so-called new–certainly restored–gos-
el, is positively alive, that it has life
within itself, and that it is destined to
grow and to spread until it shall fill the
whole earth.
	If you ask me to specify what I may
perhaps call the principal distinguish-
ing characteristic between what is
called Mormonism and other religious
organizations or religious systems of a
Christian nature, I think I should point
to one specific paragraph in the articles
of faith of the Church, which reads in
this way:
	 BELIEF IN REVELATION.
	"We believe all that God has re-
vealed, all that he does now reveal,
and we believe that he will yet re-
veal many great and important things
pertaining to the kingdom of God."
That, perhaps, is a distinguishing
characteristic of our faith and claim.
We claim that Jehovah of old is living
today, that the God who spoke unto
Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, the great
Being who revealed himself through
the mighty prophets of old, whose
words were voiced by Isaiah, Ezekiel,
Jeremiah, and Micah, and all the rest
of them, is speaking today and will
continue to speak unto his children
until the end of time. We hold that
this is reasonable, philosophical, true.
We do not believe that the mere rec-
ord of what he has done in the past
is sufficient for the present. We read
with reverence the records of the holy
scriptures, which go to make up what
is called, and rightly so, the Holy
Bible. It is the first of the standard
works of our Church. We accept it
for just what it professes to be—the
record of the dealings of God with
his children on the eastern continent,
from the earliest period of recorded
history, down to the meridian of time,
when the Christ appeared in the flesh,
and thence on for a century. We hold
that that volume of scripture tells us
that there was power in the Church
in that early day, that authority was
given to speak and act in the name
of God; but that were a book even
more wonderful than it is if the mere
possession of that knowledge, or the
possession of the volume could give
unto man today the right to go forth
and administer the ordinances which
are there described. It were as rea-
sonable to say that if one of them
should get hold of a law book, or
the book of statutes of a state, in
which the law of marriage is describ-
ed, that if you have the book and

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commit to memory the formula that
you, therefore, have the right to go
out and officiate, joining men	and
women in the holy bonds of matri-
mony. Be careful, my friends, that
you don't try to put that conception
into effect, or you may find yourselves
in the toils of the law. So, while I
read of what Christ said unto his
apostles, "Go ye into all the world and
preach the gospel to every creature."
I fail to see how that command, ad-
dressed unto those chosen ones who
had been specially ordained, can apply
to me unless I, too, am called and com-
missioned with authority. This Church
claims that the power of the holy
priesthood has been restored to the
earth in the nineteenth century, that
the Church was re-established, and
that this was in accordance with the
predictions made of old.

	CHURCH RE-ESTABLISHED.
	We claim that the re-establishment
was as clearly foreseen and foretold
as was the great falling away. The
universal apostasy from the Church as
established by Jesus Christ, we claim,
is expressed in the name, for, mark
you, though this is called the
"Mormon" Church, and its system of
theology is called "Mormonism,"
those names were first applied as
epithets of derision. This is not the
Mormon Church; specifically, its
proper name is the Church of Jesus
Christ, and its full title the Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, to
distinguish it from the Church of
Jesus Christ of former day. It has
been called the Mormon Church be-
cause of the fact that early in its his-
tory a volume known as the Book of
Mormon was published—and what is
that? Some have called it the "Mor-
mon Bible." a misnomer, vicious in
its effect, though perhaps not applied
with intent to deceive. This book is
no substitute for the Holy Bible, in
Latter-day Saint theology. We believe
the Holy Bible to be the word of
God. We take exception to no parts of
it except those parts that are
palpably incorrect in translation,
which incorrectness the scholars
of the day admit. There is
nothing peculiar about that; but
we do that God has done other things,
made other utterances, spoken to other
prophets than such as we have record
of there; and this volume, the Book of
Mormon, is a record of the dealings
of God with his people on this the
western continent in early days, even
as the Jewish Scriptures tell us of his
dealings with his people in the east.
Now, I see nothing revolutionary,
nothing irreverent in that, we simply
say that God spoke to his people in
the west even as he did to his people
in the east; and these two volumes of
Scripture, the Bible and the Book of 
Mormon, supplement and sustain each
other. If one contradicted the other,
or if one inculcated beliefs or prac-
tises that were opposed to the teachings
of the other, there were reason to
complain that the same God would not

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speak in such different ways but, be-
hold, we find that the spirit of the
east was manifested here in the west.

		NEW COVENANTS.

	Then, we go farther, we claim that
the Church was established, as stated,
upon the earth again in the nineteenth
century. And what has God said to
his Church since? We take a third
volume, containing the modern revela-
tions, and we say to the student, take
it and analyze it, study it for your-
self, see if there be not the same spirit
manifested here as you will find mani-
fested by those earlier prophets when
they spoke under the influence and
power of their prophetic office. My
friends, we do not believe that God
has talked himself out; we cannot
believe that his lips are sealed, or his
tongue sealed, or his arm shortened,
that he cannot reach out and help, and
speak, and do today even as he has
done and spoken in the past. Let me
ask you, what would you say if one
of the professors in your universities
should teach your sons and daughters
that we may not expect additional
truth to be discovered in any field?
What would you think of the profes-
sor of astronomy who should declare
that all we are to know about the
heavens and bodies in space has been
found out, has been discovered, has
been written up and recorded, and all
that the student today can do is to
read the volumes of the past, and he is
not to expect a revelation of truth in 
the present? Let me ask you, is that
modern? Is that up-to-date? Is that in
accordance with the spirit of the
times? This is the age of progression;
every day brings us word of more and
greater discoveries within the realm
of truth. We are surprised, indeed, if
a day passes without something new
being brought out; and shall it be that
modern? Is that up-to-date? Is that in
accordance with the spirit of the
times? This is the age of progression;
every day brings us word of more and
greater discoveries within the realm
of truth. We are suprised, indeed, if
a day passes without something new
being brought out; and shall it be that
in the direct dealings of God with his
people, we may hope for nothing new?
My friends, the message of Mormon-
ism unto the world today is this: The
Lord has spoken again, as he said, of
old, he would speak, and his Church is
again established upon the earth with
power and authority to minister in
all the saving ordinances. The
Church, though exclusive in its claims,
recognized with toleration and respect
all other organizations making honest
and sincere claims. We believe that
these other churches, though without
the priesthood and the power to ad-
minister in ordinances that are to be
recognized in heaven, are doing good.
Whenever they reach out and help,
they are doing the Lord's service,
whether they be churches of ancient
origin, of long histories, or compara-
tively new and modern. Why, we be-
lieve that the Salvation Army lads and
lassies, going about the streets, are
doing good, and we bid them Godspeed
in their work. They are rescuing
many a one who would otherwise go

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down. They are in the service of the
Master just as far and just as fully
as their work is earnest and sincere.
	   PILGRIM MOVEMENTS.
	My friends, we greet you and wel-
come you to the fullest investigation of
the claims which this Church makes,
and we say unto you, again, that while
we claim certain privileges, we grant
the same unto you. Let me ask you, is
there any advancement manifested in
that claim? Those of you who have
studied the history of the nations,
know how when persecution became so
bitter as to be unbearable, in the olden
lands, when the Puritans had to flee
from England and the continent of Eu-
rope, and they crossed the then practi-
cally trackless ocean and reached the
eastern shores of what is now the Uni-
ted States, they made their proclama-
tion. The Pilgrim fathers, as we rev-
erently call them, said: "We have suf-
fered much; we have left our homes in
the lands of our birth, and we have
come to these comparatively unknown
shores, and we have not made this sac-
rifice for nothing. We claim, now, the
privilege and the right to worship Al-
mighty God according to the dictates
of our own conscience, and we will put
to death any man that tries to wor-
ship in any other way." Such was the
article of faith proclaimed by the Pil-
grim fathers. Has the world advanced
since that day? Has there been any
progress, think you?		FREEDOM OF BELIEF.
	In the nineteenth century comes the
Church, whose adherents, again, have
had to flee, because of persecution, not
over a trackless waste of water, but
over the still more inhospitable deserts;
and here in what was then Mexican
territory they established a common-
wealth, and raised the flag of the Uni-
ted States to which they belonged,
though at that time they had been ex-
patriated. They took possession of these
broad valleys in the name of the United
States, and they reiterate their procla-
mation, which is this, "We claim the
privilege of worshiping Almighty God
according to the dictates of our own
conscience, and we allow all men the
same privilege; let them worship how,
where, or what they may." I ask you,
again, has there been progress made?
An intolerant church has no place on
the earth at the present time, for God
is not intolerant; he is merciful, long-
suffering, and he has given unto you
and unto me free agency, giving us the
right to choose, and holding us ac-
countable for our choice and for its
results.
	My friends, may the grace of God,
which passeth all understanding, find
a place in your hearts, and show you
the truth and enable you to accept it
for your own good; and may it con-
vince you of your high and noble par-
entage, that you are in very truth sons
and daughters of the living God. I ask
it in the name of Jesus. Amen.

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[The following program attached to page]
Special Thanksgiving
Service

Salt Lake
Tabernacle

By Direction of the
First Presidency
of the Church

Thursday,
November 24, 1910
at 11 a.m.

J. J. McCLELLAN,
Tabernacle Organist

Program
1 Prelude to "Lohengrin"	-	-	-	-	-	Wagner
2 (a) Selected
(b) Communion in G		-	-	-	-	-	Batiste
(c) Old Melody			-	-	-	-	-	Arr. by Performer
3 Address on "Thanksgiving"		-	Dr. Jas. E. Talmage
4 Excerpts from "Cavallierra Rusticana"	-	Mascagni

Visitors are cordially invited to call at THE BUREAU OF INFORMATION
	near the South Gates

THE DESERET NEWS

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Nov. 20 Sunday. Address by request
at morning prayer meeting
in Temple.
In the evening I delivered
an address, as per previous
appointment, in the Fourteenth
Ward.
" 24. Thanksgiving Day. Services
were held in the tabernacle
at 11 a.m. Music on the
great organ by Prof. J. J.
McClellan, on the volin
by Mr. J. H. Whittier, and
an address by myself con-
stituted the program. Apostle
Heber J. Grant presided.

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[The following newspaper clipping attached to page]
DESERET EVENING NEWS THURSDAY NOVEMBER 24 1910

[Column 1]
THANKS RENDERED
	BY HAPPY PEOPLE

Elder James E. Talmage the
	Speaker at Tabernacle
	Service Today.

SPLENDID MUSICAL NUMBERS

F. G. Whittier's Violin Selections a
	Feature of the Special Thanks-
	giving Exercises.

	The thanks of a happy and a pros-
perous people for the manifold bless-
ings of the past year were voiced this
forenoon in speech and deeptoned or-
gan notes at a special service in the
tabernacle. Dr. James E. Talmage
was the speaker of the occasion, while
Prof. J. J. McClellan presided at the
organ.
	The auditorium of the structure was
comfortably filled with an attentive au-
dience, many of whom were strangers
in the city. Dr. Talmage's speech was
delivered in his usual masterly style
and Prof. McClellan at the organ was
at his best.
	An excellent rendition of the pre-
lude to "Lohengrin," from Wagner, by
Prof. McClellan opened the special
services. Invication was offered by Eld-
er David McKenzie, following which
Prof. McClellan rendered in his usual
pleasing style, the "Communion in G,"
by Batiste. "An Old Melody," arrang-
ed by the performer, and showing the
wonderful vox humana effect of the
great organ, was the next number giv-
en. The audience was delighted with
this selection.
	Dr. James E. Talmage, the speaker
of the occasion, said:
	DR. JAMES E. TALMAGE.
	Your presence here on this occasion
is evidence of your appreciation of the
day and of the fact that you have
thanks in your hearts. The observance
of such a day as a national holiday is
peculiar to our own nation. Of the
circumstances attending the origin of
this observance, the establishment of
the first general Thanksgiving day,
there is little need for me to speak at

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length. As all students of history
know, the observance dates back now
about two and a half centuries. At
the time of its establishment, the Pil-
grim fathers, on the New England
coast, recognized full well the necessity
of giving thanks at all times unto the
Giver of good, but they considered it
well to set apart one day, at least, on
which the thoughts of men should more
particularly be led in this direction,
even as the Lord himself has set apart
one day in seven upon which we shall
devote ourselves more particularly to
his service. The institution thus be-
gun has grown in favor until today
it is the rule for the chief magistrate
of the nation to announce by proclama-
tion a day on which the people shall
be asked to think of and consider that
for which they have most reason to
give thanks. It is a day following a
sort of stocktaking, if you please, of
our own individual conditions, and we
become, ofttimes, surprised to
learn for how many things we
ought to give thanks. It is quite the
habit and the custom of the care-
less mind to take things as they come
and not to count the blessings as we re-
ceive them. It is natural, I take it
on the part of man, in his normal state,
to want to give thanks. The feeling
of devout thankfulness is an element
of the feeling which prompts us to wor-
ship, and there is an inborn require-
ment and necessity of nature that im-
pels man to worship. He stands as
the greatest work of God on earth, ex-
ercising the dominion he has received
by divine decree over all the inferior
beings of earth, a monarch in very
truth, amongst mortal kind; and, nev-
ertheless, he is incomplete in his na-
ture, if while occupying this position of
proud supremacy he does not look up-
ward and adore the things above and
yearn for that which is beyond. It is
not only for the material things of
earth that we should give thanks, but
for all those things which are blessings
unto us; and the purpose of thanksgiv-
ing is more for its effect upon the mor-
tal than for the praise of the Deity to
whom such is offered. Think you that
the requirement made of us, by our di-
vine parent, that we shall pray, is in-
tended primarily as a mere means of
giving honor and glorification unto
him? Prayer is a necessity of the hu-
man soul. A man will pray in some
way or another, to some being or other.
You cannot stay him from it. He were
not a man did he do otherwise. We
may not all pray alike; we may not all
cal the being, to whom we address
our prayers, by the same name. Nev-
ertheless. it is human, because it is of
divine origin, this tendency of man to
pray and to give thanks. Blessed is
the man who has thankfulness in his
heart. Pitiable, indeed, the condition
of him who finds no time to express
his thanks, no strong desire to offer
such. I call to mind a lesson taught
by the Teacher of teachers, in the days
long gone by, illustrating, I believe,
the blessings of thankfulness.

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A PARABLE.

	I take occasion to read unto you the
parable with which you are already
well acquainted, I doubt not, but which
may well claim our attention for a
moment on this particular occasion.
Said the Christ:
	"For the kingdom of heaven is like
unto a man that is an householder,
which went out early in the morning
to hire laborers into his vineyard.
	"And when he had agreed with the
laborers for a penny a day he sent
them into his vineyard.
	"And he went out about the third
hour, and saw others standing idle in
the market place.
	"And said unto them, Go ye also into
the vineyard, and whatsoever is right
I will give you. And they went their
way. 
	"Again he went out about the sixth
and ninth hour, and did likewise.
	"And about the eleventh hour he
went out and found others standing
idle, and saith unto them, Why stand
ye here all the day idle?
	"They say unto him, Because no man
hath hired us, he said unto them, Go
ye also into the vineyard; and whatso-
ever is right, that shall ye receive.
	"So when even was come, the lord
of the vineyard saith unto his steward
Call the laborers and give them their
hire, beginning from the last unto the
first.
	"And when they came that were
hired about the eleventh hour, they re-
ceived every man a penny.
	"But when the first came, they sup-
posed that they should have received
more and they likewise received every
man a penny.
	"And when they had received it, they
murmured against the good man of the
house.
	"Saying, These last have wrought but
one hour, and thou hast made them
equal unto us, which have borne the
burden and heat of the day.
	"But he answered one of them, and
said, Friend, I do thee no wrong; didst
not thou agree with me for a penny?
	"Take that thine is, and go thy way;
I will give unto this last even as unto
thee.
	"Is it not lawful for me to do what I
will with mine own? Is thine eye evil,
because I am good?
	"So the last shall be first, and the
first last: for many be called, but few
chosen." (Matthew 20.)
	The thought to which I would ask
your attention particularly, here, is
that while every man, each one of the
laborers, received his penny, they did
not all receive alike. There were some
who received their penny with thanks-
giving, with gratitude, with joy; and
there were others who received their
pence with grumbling, dissatisfaction,
bitterness; and what, my friends, was
the cause of their dissatisfaction? Was
it that they were not paid  as they
ought to have been? Was it that
they did not receive what had been
promised them? Was it	that	their
wages were not high enough? No, the
same trouble that is manifesting it-
self in the world today was mani-
fest then: They were grumbling, be-
cause somebody else had more. A
penny with thanksgiving will do more
actually; it will buy more, accomplish
more than the penny that goes with
dissatisfaction, with bitterness, and
grumbling. Unto some the blessings of
life come, bringing happiness, and the
normal man will seek to express his
thanks by going out and doing some-
thing to help somebody else. Thanks
do not consist of words, any	more
than does prayer; and he who ex-
presses his gratitude and thanks in
good deeds is a true  observer of
Thanksgiving day, and he will find
every day in the year a day of thanks-
giving, a day on which he feels his
heart bursting with the joy and hap-
piness that comes with the knowledge
of his father's favor. And let it be re-
membered that the effects of our acts
may live, while the acts themselves
pass away. The meal that you give to
the hungry one serves its purpose,
strengthens his body, for the time be-
ing, gives him temporary relief and
comfort; but long after the physical
effect of the food has passed the re-
memberance of the deed you have done
will live; aye, and beyond the vale of
mortality will we give thanks to one
another for help received and unto
God for blessings bestowed. And in
giving, let the strength of the giver
go with the gift.
	In the lines so often quoted:

	" 'Tis not what we give
	But what we share;
	The gift without the giver is bare."

		THE GIFT OF STRENGTH.
		It is an easy thing, some times, to
hand a coin to the beggar.	Does it
help him?  Perchance,	it does him
harm.	It encourages him in the spirit
of the pauper. It may make of him
an undesirable member of the com-
munity.	If the coin be needed for im-
mediate relief, let it be given willingly.
but see if something else can't be done.
See if some of our own strength can't
go out to him; and, mark you, call it
by what name you will—this mysterious
process—it is possible for strength to
pass from one to another, ofttimes as
a gift.	You remember when the Christ
stood in the midst of the multitude;
they were flocking about him and, un-
expectedly, he turned to his disciples
and said: "Who touched me?" And
they wondered and marveled at his
question, and they said: "They touch
Thee on every side; they crowd around
Thee." But he said, "Some one touched
me with the finger of faith.	Some
one has drawn strength from me; some
one has asked for something and I have
given it." And they found the sup-
pliant poor woman on the outskirts of
the crowd, suffering from a dread dis-
ease. Her faith had been so strong
that she pressed forward, thinking if
she could but touch the hem of his
robe, she would be healed; and the gift
of faith had its effect.	The exercise
of faith called forth and invoked the
healing power, and her faith, as a gift
of God, made her whole.

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	We rejoice today in the harvest of
the orchard, of the garden, of the pas-
ture, and of the farm. We garner the
fruits and the grains and look forward
with confidence to the months that are
to come, the months of darkness, that
mark the passing of the year's night.
But not alone for these material things
should our hearts go forth in thanks-
giving. We are happy and glad to have
a name and a standing in this great
nation, a nation of free women, if we
will be free men, and free women, if we
will use our freedom rightly–a nation
concerning which Jehovah has spoken,
decreeing that it is of right, and shall
ever be a nation of free men; that no
king shall ever rule here, with auto-
cratic power; that it shall be a nation
of the people and for the people. O
you think I am quoting some of our
statesmen. Why, no; they were quot-
ing the words of God, when they made
those declarations; these were no orig-
inal thoughts with them, great men
though they were. We thank God for
our nation, for our government, and
for men, great men; for we have plen-
ty of them. I am no pessimist declar-
ing the passing of the great men of old.
We have great men amongst us, mighty
men, men who stand commissioned by
divine power to uphold and honor and
to guard sacredly the destiny of this
nation which has been established by
divine interposition. We are thankful
that we are American citizens. We are
thankful that we live in a day when
freedom of conscience is guaranteed,
when men shall have the right to think
and to speak and act as they like, as
long as they do not infringe on the
liberties of others. It was not always
so. 'Twas not so in the day when the
first Thanksgiving observance was ap-
pointed two and a half centuries ago.
Why, those who came there to offer their
thanksgiving on that occasion were all
fugitives; they had fled from their own
land because of religious intolerance, be-
cause of the cruelty and oppression to
which they had been subjected, and
which they could bear no longer. We
are thankful for the privileges and rights
of religious liberty, guaranteed unto man
in the sacred Constitution of the coun-
try, giving everyone the right to pray or
not to pray openly, and giving everyone
the right to worship as he sees fit, as
long as he does not interfere with the
rights of any others. We are thankful
for these things; we are thankful that
God has spoken again. In this the great-
est dispensation of the world's history,
in this marvelous period of the present,
representing the sum of all that has gone
before the dispensation of the fulness
of times. We are grateful for this, grate-
ful for the revealed word of truth; grate-
ful for statesmen and poets, for inven-
tors and discoverers; grateful for proph-
ets who lead the people and direct
them, and give them the word of God,
whether expressed in what we are ordi-
narily inclined to think are the terms of
religious system, or expressed in any oth-
er form of truth. We are grateful for
these and for a multitude of other things
which God in his mercy has given unto
us. The man most to be pitied is he
who has no room in his heart for grati-
tude he who has stifled the impulse to-
ward thanksgiving and praise; he is, in-
deed to be pitied.

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	There is joy in giving, and we may give
if we will, without impoverishing our-
selves, in that we may increase our own
store by the right kind of giving; and we
will find, as we pass away, and enter
upon that future greater sphere of ac-
tion, that after all, the things we have
given are more enduring than the things
we have kept, and had to leave behind.
The day shall come when you will real-
ize that all you can hold in your cold,
dead hand, is what you have given away.
When the Great Master was asked, on
on occasion, which was the first of all
the commandments in importance, he
answered: "Thou shalt love the Lord
thy God," that is the first; and the sec-
ond is like unto it–"Thou shalt love thy
neighbor even as thyself; and upon
these depend all the utterances of the
prophets."
	Thou shalt love. It is the law of life;
without it we cannot live. And how can
man say that he loves his God? By put-
ting the second part of the command-
ment–for so I prefer to call it, rather
than the second commandment–into ef-
fect. Thou shalt love thy neighbor as
thyself. There are many waiting for
your ministries, for your kind attention
and your help; and unto each of you I 
commend the words of the risen Lord,
when he addressed that question to the
chief of his apostles, Peter: "Peter, lovest
thou me?" "Yea, Lord," answered Peter,
"thou knowest I love thee," "Then feed
my sheep." Take the admonition into
your heart, manifest your love for God
by ministering unto his children, for he
loves them even as he loves you, and it
is by love that we can expressed our
thanks and our gratitude. May God
give us increasing power of thankfulness
and increasing appreciation of his great
blessings as long as life shall last.
	A special feature of the musical pro-
gram was a violin number by F. G.
Whittier, leader of the Three Twins'
orchestra, now playing at the Salt
Lake theater. Mr. Whittier played
"Berceuse" from "Jocelyn" in most
pleasing manner accompanied on the
organ by Prof. McClellan. The clever
violinist was introduced by Elder
Junius F. Wells, who told the audi-
ence that Mr. Whittier had
directed the orchestra which played
on the occasion of the dedication of
the Joseph Smith monument in Ver-
mont, Mr. Whittier's home state is
Vermont and he has romped many
times over the ground surrounding
the birthplace of the Prophet Joseph
Smith.
	The closing musical number by Prof.
McClellan was excerps from "Cav-
aleria Rusticana," (Mascagni.) Bene-
diction was offered by Elder Joseph
E. Taylor.

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Family festivities incident
to Thanksgiving Day at
our home were modified
today through illness.
For two days past little
Helen has been ailing.
Last night she had
an inflamed throat
and a high fever. I
watched her through the
night. This morning she
was better; but during
the forenoon she devel-
oped a yet higher fever
and other disturbing
symptoms. At 2 p. m.
Dr. Chas. F. Wilcox diag-
nosed the case as one
of Scarletina. During
the afternoon a trained
nurse was placed in
charge, and the house is
virtually under quaran-
tine. It is probable that
the quarantine flag will
be affixed tomorrow. I was

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directed to put myself
through a disinfecting
process and to remain
away from the house. It
appears to both the Doctor
and to Wife that I can
be of greater service out-
side than inside the
house. Of course if the
case becomes desperate
I shall return. In the
mean time I shall
make the office my
headquarters. The
lovable little patient
is cheerful and lively;
She says she is not
ill. I administered
to her today, and have
full faith and con-
fidence that all will
be well with her.
Nov. 27 Sunday. Reports from the
home are comforting as
to Helen's condition. I am
in touch by means of the

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'phone, and am able to
talk to the folks as
desired. Today when I
went to the house the
little girl was lifted to
the window to see me.
My principal concern
is for the mother, whose
state of health is not
robust.
Attended usual meetings
today
Nov. 28. Helen still in good
condition. After chatting
with the folks from
the outside of the
house this evening
I attended ward priest-
hood meeting, and con-
ducted the High Priests
class.
Paul has been duly
disinfected and has been
away from the house
since Friday. He is
engaged at Christopher's son's
nursery.

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Nov. 30. Helen still improving.
the rest well. I left
by morning train, accom-
panied by my assistant,
Bro. Wm Forsburg, and
proceeded to Eureka. We
took rooms at Bullion
Beck. In the afternoon
we drove to Iron Blossom
mine & descended #3 shaft
to the level of the great
cave recently discovered.
Removed a number of
very beautiful calcareous
deposits for the Museum.
We had made special
preparations for this
undertaking, and were
successful in the work.
	At night I telephoned
home and was assured
all were in good condition.
Dec.1. Returned to Iron Blossom
mine. We removed and
packed about 350 pounds
of the less fragile

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specimens. Good word
from home.
Dec.2. Bro. Forsberg returned
by morning train, carrying
with him the more delicate
specimens. I went with
Andrew and Alivia Madsen
to North Tintic and
spent the day examining
the Tintic Delmar property.
" 3 Visited Uncle Sam, May Day,
Yankee, Colorado, and
Tintic Central workings.
Returned to Salt Lake
City by evening train.
Learned that Helen is
progressing well, and the
rest of the children are
well. Wife, however, is
not so well as when
I left home.
	Tonight's "News" publishes
an old-time picture,
which is appended here:

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[The following newspaper clipping attached to page]
DESERET EVENING NEWS SATURDAY DECEMBER 3 1910

LEAVES FROM OLD ALBUMS.

[Photo of Talmage appears in center of page]

DR. JAMES E. TALMAGE IN SCHOOL DAYS.
[Column 1]
	About two years after the ac-
companying picture was taken,
Prof. Talmage went east to enter
college. He took the scientific
course at Lehigh University from
which institution he graduated
with honors. He spent one year in
special work at Johns Hopkins uni-
versity, and later received the degree
of doctor of philosohy from Illinois
Wesleyan University. For several years
after returning to Utah he was profes-
sor of chemistry and geology at the
Brigham Young Academy, now the
B. Y. University. Later he became pres-
ident of the Latter-Day Saints' college
in Salt Lake City, and in 1894 was
made president of and professor of
Geology in the University of Utah. He
resigned the presidency in 1897, but
retained the professorship ten years

[Column 2]
longer. At present he is engaged in the
practise of his profession as consult-
ing and mining geologist, and is Direc-
tor of the Deseret Museum. Among
the higher and more distinctive honors
that have been conferred upon Dr.
Talmage are the following: He is a
fellow of the Royal Microscopical So-
ciety (F. R. M. S.), fellow of the
Geological Society, London (F. G. S.),
fellow of the Geological Society of
America, (F. G. S. A.), fellow of the
Royal Scottish Geographical Society
(F. R. S. G. S.), fellow of the Philo-
sophical society of Great Britain, and
fellow of the Royal society, Edinburgh
(F. R. S. E.) He is also a fellow of the
American Association for the Ad-
vancement of Science, and a member
of the National Geographical So-
ciety.

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1910					   

Dec 4. Sunday. Telephone messages
through the night and
early this morning give
assurances that Maia
is better. Visited the
house and talked to the
folks from the outside.
	Delivered address at
morning prayer meeting.
Attended fast meeting
in temple. During the
evening I lectured under
M.I.A auspices in
the 15th Ward, on "Pearls
of the Faith".
" 5. Condition of the family 
is encouraging. Attended
evening priesthood meeting
in 27th Ward and conducted
High Priests' class.
" 6. Spent day in southern
part of county looking into
questions of alleged smelter
damage. Judge Andrew Howitt,
Prof. L. A. Merrill, & I traveled
over the area by automobile.

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Dec. 10. By request I was the
speaker at the private
funeral services of Mrs.
Louise Dinwoodey Jennings.
Services were held at
the residence of Mrs.
Priscilla Jennings. The
deceased was a most
estimable woman but
has been the victim of
mental weakness for
several years. A few
days ago she died by
her own hand in Los
Angeles.
" 11 Sunday. Address in
answer to questions at
morning prayer meeting.
Then attended monthly
meeting of High Priests
quorum of Ensign
Stake, and by call
of the president was one
of the speakers. Elders
Seymour B. Young and
Jos. E. Taylors were the other
speakers.

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.	1910.				    

Dec.12. Evening priesthood meeting
in 27th Ward. I conducted
the High Priests' class.
" 13. First Presidency paid a
long visit to Museum
and inspected our exhibits.
Attended General Board
of Sunday Schools.
" 16 Another week, completing
a three week's period, has
passed since quarantine
regulations went into
effect at the home. Wife
and children are en-
during the ordeal bravely.
Helen has had no
back-set and is reported
by both physician and
nurse as practically
well.
" 18. Sunday. Morning meeting
as usual. Then attended
Sunday School Board
meeting at office of the
First Presidency. In the
evening I filled an

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appointment as home
missionary in the
20th Ward.
Dec.20 Attended session of Sunday
School Union Board.
" 23. Helen appears to have
recovered, and no other
member of the family has
shown symptoms of the
disease. Yesterday the
quarantine flag was
removed from the house
and the work of fumi-
gation was begun. Today
I was permitted to enter
the house for the first time
since Thanksgiving Day.
And grateful indeed am I.
" 25. Sunday and Christmas Day.
Attended morning prayer
meeting, and sessions of
the Ensign Stake conference
morning and afternoon.
Spent time between meetings
at home, glad to be again
with my family. The privilege

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is ample as a Christmas
gift. In the evening I
attended service in the
Third Ward, and by appoint-
ment delivered an address
on "Christmas Thoughts."
Dec. 26. This day has been generally
devoted to Christmas festiv-
ities. Spent the day with
family.
" 28. St Attended funeral of
Robert Forrester, with
whom I was so closely
associated in the coal
lands investigation. He
died on the 12th inst. at
Seattle, Washington.
" 31. And so ends another year.
Good-bye old 1910 with
all your joys and dis-
appointments. May the
effect of all the experiences
of the year count for
good. As the year passes
our thanks ascend that
all things are as well with us
as they are.

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1911.		  

January.
1. Sunday. Fast Day. Attended
usual meetings, including
forenoon fast-day assembly
in Temple, and afternoon
service in 27th Ward. Took
part in the ordinance
work and testimony-
bearing at the latter
meeting. In the evening
attended 16th Ward meeting,
and according to prior
appointment delivered
an address on "New Year's
Day."
" 2. This day is generally ob-
served as a holiday.
Spent day in laboratory
work and evening at
home.
" 8. Sunday. Attended evening
service in 33d. Ward, and
by prior appointment
delivered an address. This
was the usual sacrament services

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Jan. 11. Attended funeral service
of Bro. Paul Elkins, held
in 28th Ward. I was one
of several speakers.
" 15. Sunday. After morning
meetings spent the day
with Wife who is not well.
" 16. Attended annual meeting
of Stake Historical Society
of Utah, of which I am
president. Meeting was
held at 4 pm.
In the evening attended
Stake Priesthood meeting
of Ensign Stake and
according to previous
request gave an address
on "The Thoughts of God."
" 17. Deseret Sunday School
Union meeting.
" 19. Attended the adjourned
meeting of the Stake
Historical Society of Utah
I was again elected
president for a one
year term.

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Jan.23. Evening meeting in con-
nection with the Tubercu-
losis Exhibit now in
progress here. Rabbi Friend
of the Jewish Synagogue,
Dr. Ebaragh of the Univ-
ersity of Utah, and I were
the speakers' tonight.
" 31 Interview with the Governor
of the State in regard
to the needs of the
State Historical Society.
Feb.1 A day not to be
forgotten in our family
history. At 1.40 p.m.
(mountain time) a son
was born to us. The
birth took place at
the Groves L.D.S. Hospital,
to which place Wife
was removed some time
ago in anticipation of
this event. We have
looked forward to the
arrival of the new
member of the family

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with genuine joy and
we pray that his
life may be one of
usefulness and honor.
Both mother and
child are doing well
tonight. Helen, heretofore
our youngest child,
is over 8 years old;
and the birth of a
new baby is a great
event to us. All
the children at home
are delighted; and
our joy is mingled
with earnest prayers
for the safety of
Mother and baby.
Feb.4. Wife is still in the
stage of suffering
but we feel that all
will be well. She has
the best possible at-
tention, and both
physician and nurses
say her recovery will

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be rapid and complete.
Feb.5. Attended morning
prayer meeting and
forenoon fast meeting
in temple. Spent the
remaining part of the
day with Wife and
son at the hospital.
" 6. Attended lecture at
University Club under
auspices of Archaeologi-
cal society, or "Incas
of Peru" by N.C. Nelson
of the University of
California.
" 8. Wife and Baby are
progressing well. The
child appears to be
physically perfect.
This evening - marking
the first part of the
eighth day, we visited
the hospital and I
gave our child a
parent's blessing and
a name. We named

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him John Russell,
and our hope is that
he will make it
a name of honor.
	All the children
except Sterling were
present. He has a
new brother to greet
him on his return.
Of course we sent him
word immediately after
the birth.
Feb.9. Visited the hospital
again. Wife is in
excellent condition and
John Russell Talmage
appears to be well
satisfied with the
world into which he
has come to gain
the experiences of
mortality in preparation
for a future of im-
mortality.
	This evening I attended
a reception at the

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Vermont Building under
the auspices of the Women's
Home Industrial Society.
I was one of the speakers
among the more prominent
of whom were Governor
Wm Spry, the Secretary
of the Commercial Club
and others.
Feb.14. Have spent part of
each day since last
entry at the hospital
with Mama and Baby.
Both are doing well.
Yesterday was observed as
a legal holiday, owing to
the fact the the 12th –
Lincoln's birthday fell on
Sunday. This afternoon
I appeared before the
Senate Committee in the
Utah Legislature, to answer
some questions regarding
the proposed pure food
law, bill for which is
now before the Committee.

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Feb. 15. Today Wife and Baby
were brought home from
the hospital. Both are
in good condition. The
occasion was one of
gratitude and thanks-
giving in our home.
" 19 Sunday. Attended early
morning meeting in
temple and made an
address. 		Went to
Ogden by 1 pm. train and
gave the address at the
afternoon services in
the tabernacle. Returned
by early evening train.
" 21 Sunday School Board
meeting.
" 22. Holiday - Washington's
birthday. Spent in office
endeavoring to catch us
with belated work.
" 26 Sunday. Morning prayer
meeting at which I
delivered an address. Then
followed committee meeting

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with Prest. Richard W. Young
lasting throughout the
forenoon. Spent part of
afternoon at home – a pleas-
ure I seldom have. Attended
evening meeting in
27th Ward, and after that
attended lecture in Salt
Lake Theatre, by V.S. Peet
on the current misrepresenta-
tions of Utah.
Feb.27. Attended evening priest-
hood meeting in 27th
Ward, and conducted
exercises of High Priests
class. This is the first
session I have been able
to attend since the
close of 1910.
" 28. Attended meeting of
Sunday School Union
at 4.30 p.m.
March.5. Sunday.–Fast Day.
Attended usual meetings.
In the evening I gave a
lecture in the 31st Ward,

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under Improvement Assn.
auspices; subject by
request: "Pearls of the
Faith."
March 6. Went by evening train
to Eureka. Took room
at Bullion Back Apartments.
" 7. Early start and continued
effort enabled use to
do more than had been
planned for one day.
Inspected May Day, Uncle
Sam, Beck tunnel (new
work) Colorado Sioux
and Iron Blossom #3 work-
ings.
" 8. Left Eureka by 6.40 a.m
train and returned to
Salt Lake City.
" 12 Sunday. Gave address at
morning prayer meeting,
then attended meeting of
General Board of Sunday
School Union.
" 13. Evening priesthood meeting
in 27th Ward. Conducted

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exercises of High Priests
class.
Mar.19 Sunday. Sunday School
Conference of Ensign Stake;
attended meeting during
forenoon and afternoon.
In the evening Elder
Thos. F. Howells and I
officiated as Home
Missionaries in the 18th
Ward. Pres. Joseph F. Smith
was present and spoke
after Bro. Howells and I
had addressed the meeting.
" 21 General Board of Sunday
School Union met today.
" 24 Interview with First Presidency
on Museum affairs
" 26 Sunday. In company with
several other members of
S.S.U. Board, I went by
early train to Ogden and
attended S.S. conference of
the Weber Stake. I took
charge of work in Theological
Dept. Returned at night.

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1911


Mar. 27 Conducted exercises
of High Priests' class
in Ward priesthood
meeting.
" 28. Yesterday our son Paul
went to the L.D.S. Hos-
pital, and this morning
he was operated upon
surgically for a double
ingrainal hernia. Operation
was performed by Dr.
Chas. F. Wilcox, assisted
by his brother Dr Ed. E.
Wilcox. I did not
know of Paul's condition
until a few days ago,
and as soon as I learned
of it I had him examined
by the surgeon with 
the result that operative
treatment was found to
be necessary. There, the boy
could have gone some time,
possibly years, before
he would have become
entirely disabled, but it

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was thought best to
lose no time.
April2. Sunday. Have visited
Paul daily. He is in
good condition.
	Attended early morning
prayer meeting and by
request gave short address.
Then attended forenoon
fast-day meeting in the
Temple. Then came
a meeting of the Sunday
School Union Board, fol-
lowed by separate meetings
of the several department
committees. Attended evening
service in Sugar House
Ward, Granite Stake, and
according to prior ap-
pointment delivered a
lecture on "Pearls of the
Faith."
" 4. Interview with First Pres-
idency during forenoon;
also interview with the
Presiding Bishopric. Attended

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afternoon session of
Deseret Sunday School
Union Board.
April 5. Attended funeral services
of our friend and brother,
John Adams, an aged
member of the High
Priests quorum of Ensign
Stake, to which quorum
I belong. The services were
held at the home of
the daughter – Mrs Empey
widow of former Bishop
Nelson Empey. Elder Joseph
E. Taylor, Apostle Heber J.
Grant and I were the
speakers.
April 6. The eighty-first annual
conference of the Church
convened this day in the
tabernacle. The first
session opened at 10 a.m.
with a very large attendance.
I was able to attend 
part of both the
forenoon and afternoon sessions.

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[The following Program attached to page]
Senior Assembly
Class of 1911

PROGRAMME

1 Hard Times		.	.	.	.	Foster-Smith
	University Quartette
2 Invocation		.	.	.	.	.	.	.
	Rev. Mr. P. A. Simpkin
3 A Prayer	.	.	.	.	.	.	Hiller
	Mr. M. J. Brines
4 Address	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
	Dr. James E. Talmage
5 The Lord Is My Light	.	.	.	Allitsen
	Mr. M. J. Brines
6 a Legende		.	.	.	.	Wieniawski
b Cradle Song		.	.	.	.	.	Vannah
	Miss Romania Hyde

SQUIRE COOP.	.	.	.	.	.	ACCOMPANIST
						CENTURY PRINTING, SALT LAKE

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April 7. Unable to attend morning
session of conference
owing to a special
appointment at the
University of Utah. This
is the day of the Senior
Assembly at the University,
and by special request
I delivered the address to
the Seniors. My subject
was "Industry and
Optimism". The program
of proceedings is attached.

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[The following program attached to page]
Conference
Deseret Sunday School Union
Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Utah
Sunday, April 9th, 1911
At 7:00 o'clock p.m.

Program

1 Singing, "We're Marching on to Glory"
	By the Congregation, under direction of Elder Horace S. Ensign
2 Prayer
3 "The Sunday School Volunteers," By a Chorus of Boys from
			Alpine Stake, under direction of Miss Lottie Owens
4 Roll Call of Stakes, Report of General Secretary Geo. D. Pyper,
and Presentation of Authorities
5 Organ Music				By Professor John J. McClellan
6 "The Sunday School as a Missionary Force,"	Elder Heber J. Grant
7 "For the Strength of the Hills We Bless Thee"
			Alpine Boys' Chorus, direction Miss Lottie Owens
8 "Articles of Faith," recited in the languages of fourteen nations to
which the Gospel has been preached
	(1) Danish	-	-	-	-	Godfrey Hansen
	(2) French	-	-	-	Nathaniel T. Shepherd
	(3) Tahitian	-	-	-	Thomas L. Woodbury
	(4) Hawaiian	-	-	-	Jacob F. Gates
	(5) Welsh	-	-	-	-	David L. Davis
	(6) Norwegian		-	-	Osborne J. P. Widtsoe
	(7) Japanese	-	-	-	Alma O. Taylor
	(8) Maori		-	-	-	James N. Lambert
	(9) Turkish	-	-	-	-	Dr. Fred Stauffer
	(10) Dutch	-	-	-	-	L. T. Whitney
	(11) Spanish	-	-	-	Joseph J. Cannon
	(12) Swedish	-	-	-	Joseph Christensen
	(13) German	-	-	-	Arnold H. Schulthess

	At the conclusion of the polyglot recitation, the entire Articles
of Faith will be recited in the English language, by the con-
gregation, led by the Stake Boards in charge of Elder W. T. Atkin
of Ensign Stake,
9 "Lift Up Thine Eyes" (From Mendelsohn's "Elijah")
			Alpine Boys' Chorus, directed by Miss Lottie Owens
10 "Simplicity of the Gospel in the Sunday Schools"
								President Joseph F. Smith
11 Congregational Singing, "Sing We Now at Parting"
12 Benediction

	THE DESERET NEWS

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MARCHING HOMEWARD.

We're marching on to glory,
	We're working for our crown;
We'll make our armor brighter,
	And never lay it down.

			CHORUS.
We're marching, marching homeward,
	To that bright land afar;
We work for life eternal,
	It is our guiding star.

Then day by day we're marching,
	To heaven we are bound;
Each good act brings us nearer
	That home where we'll be crowned.

Then with the ransom'd children
	That throng the starry throne,
We'll praise our Lord and Savior,
	His pow'r and mercy own.


		PARTING HYMN.
[Column 1]
Sing we now at parting,
One more strain of praise,
To our Heavenly Father
	Sweetest songs we'll raise.
For His loving kindness,
	For His tender care,
Let our songs of gladness
	Rend this Sabbath air.

Praise Him for His mercy,
	Praise Him for His love,
For unnumbered blessings,
	Praise the Lord above.

[Column Two]
Let our happy voices
	Still the notes prolong;
One alone is worthy
	Of our sweetest song.

Jesus, our Redeemer,
	Now our praises hear,
While we bow before Thee
	Lend a listening ear.
Save us, Lord, from error,
	Watch us day by day,
Help us now to serve Thee
	In a pleasing way.

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April 7 - Continued.
Attended evening assembly
in the tabernacle — the
General Priesthood meeting of
the Church.
April 8. Attended the Special Priesthood
meeting, held in the Assembly
Stall at 10 — 12.30.
" 9 Sunday. Forenoon and
afternoon sessions of the
conference, with over-flow
meetings in the Assembly Hall.
Sunday School conference
in the tabernacle in the
evening of which program
is attached.

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1911.
April 11	During the afternoon <
>
I attended funeral services
of Wm. E. Kinnersley, held
at the residence on
Center St Elders W.B.Shep-
pard, & August Carlson,
and I were the speakers.
	Attended regular weekly
meeting of Deseret Sunday
School Union Board.
April 13	Delivered an afternoon
lecture at the University
of Utah, under the auspices
of the Engineering Society,
on the subject "Lode and
Placer Deposits".
"15. Arbor Day, - a legal holi-
day. This day also was
marked by the closing
scenes of the Internation-
al Aviation Meet, which
has been in progress inter-
mittently for over a week.
I took Karl and Lucile
to Bonneville field — near
Saltair to witness the flights.

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Successful flights were
made by Parmalee and
Brookins. Passenger-
carrying was a feature
of the exhibition.
Apr. 16 Sunday - Easter Sunday.
Went to Granite Stake
with several other members
of the Sunday School
board and attended
the Stake S.S. Confirence
comprising officers
meeting at 9:30 a.m:
S.S. session 10-12; special
meeting of officers 12-1;
and general assembly
2 - 4.	Returned to the
city and delivered an
Easter address at the
evening service in the
Second Ward. After the
close of the services Apostle
Hyrum M. Smith, several
other elders and myself
administered to Sister Iverson
wife of Bishop Iverson; she

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is threatened with serious
results of an injury to
a lower limb received
about 3 weeks ago.
Apr.17 Stake Priesthood meeting.
" 19 Paul returned from the
L.D.S. Hospital where he
has been a patient
since March 27 (see 27 & 28)
He is recovering somewhat
slowly but we trust surely
from the operation he
underwent.
" 22. Field work on the grounds
of the U.S. Smelter at
Midvale.
" 23. Sunday: By call of the
First Presidency I was the
speaker at this after-
noon's service in the
tabernacle. My subject
had previously been
assigned to me, – the
Bible. The occasion was,
in a way, a special
one. At the instance

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of the American Bible
Society the week begin-
ning today is to be
set apart for the special
consideration of the
Bible, this year marking
as it gives the tercenten-
ary of the completion
of the King James
translation or Authorized
Version of the holy script-
ures. In line with the
recommendations of the
Bible Society, the First
Presidency of the Church
published a request
that this day or next
Sabbath or both be
devoted to the subject
in the various Stakes
and Wards.
	In the evening I attended
regular service in 27th
Ward at which Mr. Wm
H. Tibbals, a non-member
of our Church, spoke on

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the King James translation <
>
of the Bible. The address
was both interesting and
instinctive.
April 24. Synopses of yesterday's address
in the tabernacle appear
in today's papers. The
"News" clipping is appended. 

[Column 1]
TERCENTENARY OF 
	ENGLISH BIBLE

Dr. J. E. Talmage Discourses Up-
	on Progress of Christianity
		Sunday Afternoon. 
		————————
LARGE CROWD AT TABERNACLE

History of the Old Testament—Ob-
	vious Errors in Text—Wyc-
		liffe's Translation.
			——
At the afternoon service in the tab-
ernacle held Sunday at 2 o'clock spe-
cial attention was paid to the com-
memoration of the three hundredth an-
niversary of the translation of the King
James version of the Bible. The serv-
ices were presided over by President
Joseph F. Smith. The choir sang the
following songs: "All hail the glorious
day." "Song of the Redeemed," and
"Let us all press on in the work of the
Lord." Elder Arnold H. Schulthess of-
fered the opening prayer and Elder
John M. M'Knight pronounced the
benediction. 

[Column 2] 
ELDER JAMES E. TALMAGE.
Elder James E. Talmage was the
speaker. A large crowd was present
when the services began. Dr. Talmage
said in part:
"While these are the regular Sunday
services of our Church, it is also gen-
erally understood that this is the first
day of the week that has been set
apart by the American Bible society to
celebrate the tercentenary of the trans-
lation of the English Bible. It is, I 
believe, generally understood that
about seven years before the transla-
tion of the Bible King James called 
for a revision of the Holy Scriptures.
On this occasion it will be particularly
interesting to consider how the Bible,
in its present form, came into our
hands. I do not seek to defend the
Bible—it needs no defense. We accept
the Bible for what it is—the word of
God. We accept it literally except in
such places as it is known to be mis-
translated. And in this respect the Lat-
ter-day Saints are peculiarly careful
that a passage of Scripture is mis-
translated before they deny its efficacy. 
Contrary to this stand many theolo-
gians of the day, in what they call
higher criticism say that many por-
tions of the Bible, including whole
books, are plainly erroneous. We
speak of the two divisions of the Bible 
in common with the world, the Old and
the New Testaments. There is abun-
dance of evidence that the Old Testa-
ment existed as it exists today, at
least three centuries before Christ's
advent on earth. The only changes
that have been made are the changes
that have come through translation
from one language to another. We
find that Christ, on many occasions, 
reproved the Jews for changing the
spirit of the Scriptures but we never
hear of him accusing them of chang-
ing the letter. By research it is learn-
ed that the Old Testament had in the

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[left column] 
Greek version 22 books instead of 39
books that it now contains. This was
accomplished not by throwing out any
Scriptures, but by combining certain
books into one. For instance the two
books of Kings that we have today
were united into one book.
	"This combining of certain books into
one was done in order to make the
number of books conform to the num-
ber of letters in the Greek alphabet.
The word Bible in its original form
was plural and not, as usually under-
stood, singular. It meant the 'books'
and not the 'book.' The powers of the
evil one were often turned to good in
the preservation of the Scriptures.
Diocletian swore to kill all Christians
and to destroy all copies of the Scrip-
ture. This served to make owners of
the Scriptures preserve their copies, so
that when Constantine embraced Chris-
tianity and became the friend of the
religion he found that many copies of
the Bible had been preserved. It is
not strange that errors should creep
into the Scriptures in translating from
one language to the other. Some of
these errors are apparent and plain and
do no harm to the reader.

	    AN OBVIOUS ERROR.

	"In one translation of the Bible oc-
curs this version of who shall inherit
the kingdom of God. 'Know ye not that
the unrighteous shall inherit the king-
dom of God'–an obvious error. An-
other, centuries before a printer was
known, reads 'Printers have persecuted
me without cause.' The correct transla-
tion is 'Princes have persecuted me
without cause.' You have no doubt
heard of the 'wicked' Bible which
leaves the word 'not' out of the seventh
commandment.

	    FIRST TRANSLATION.

	"We have translations of the Bible
in the early Anglo-Saxon language but
the first attempt to translate the Bible
into the English language was made by
John Wycliffe. He made it possible, in
spite of the edict of the pope of Rome
to the contrary, for all who desired to
have a copy of the Scriptures. He was
persecuted above all other men, and
so hated by his enemies that his bones
were dug up 40 years after his death
and burned, and the ashes scattered
abroad in the street.
	"One hundred years later, after times
had changed and printing had been in-
troduced, Tyndale made a translation
of the Scriptures. Tyndale began by
translating the New Testament, and be
it known that the first book ever is-
sued from a printing press in the world
was the New Testament. Tyndale was
forced to leave his native land, and
never did customs officers watch ports
of entry so closely as they did to keep
out the books that Tyndale was send-
ing into the land. But they came 
in barrels and bales and the word of

[right column]
God spread abroad in spite of the ef-
fort on the part of the Roman church,
now thoroughly apostate, to keep the
Scriptures out of the hands of the
people. On one occasion an agent of
the prince told Tyndale that he had
a buyer for all the Bibles he could pro-
duce. Tyndale found out that the buy-
er was the prince, and said, 'The prince
will only burn the copies he buys.'
'What of that,' said the agent, 'you
will get your money.' 'Just so,' said
Tyndale, 'and some of the copies will
get into the hands of the people, and
with the money obtained I can print
more copies.' And so the deal was made
and it resulted in thousands of Bibles
being distributed among the people
where before there had been only hun-
dreds.

	DOES NOT CARRY AUTHORITY.
	
	"We do not believe that the Bible
carries with it the authority to act in
the name of God. No. That would
mean, that if one desires to be a judge
and sit in judgment upon his fellows
that all that is necessary is to pur-
chase and study the books of law.
That if one wants to wear a star and
swing a policeman's club with the
authority to arrest his fellow men, all
he needs to do is to study the statute
books. We accept the Bible as the
word of God to his people in the past,
and we believe that he has given other
Scriptures in these days to his people
and will yet reveal many great and
wonderful truths pertaining to his
kingdom. The Bible is valuable as a
guide in the development of the human
race. It is a peculiar fact that in or-
der to progress mankind requires to
know the experience of the past. If it
were not for this we would have retro-
gression instead of progression. With-
out the stimulus of the experience of
the past mankind would go back to
barbarism and savagery. Without the
constant application of truths that
mankind has discovered in past ages
and the constant application of new
truths, the human race would not
progress, and the so-called evolution
from a lower to a higher species, would
be reversed so that we would have
retrogression instead of evolution. The
most beautiful and wonderful variety
of apple would in time go back to the
original crab apple if it were not for
the application of newly discovered
principles. Left alone, there would
be no progression among mankind.
And so we hail the Bible as an impor-
tant factor in the development of the
race.
	"There is now a society that is or-
ganized for the purpose of placing the
Bible in the rooms of hotels for the
use of the guests. Many of you have
no doubt seen them. For every emo-
tion of the soul there is a responsive
chord in the Bible. If you are despon-
dent, if you are discouraged, if you
are self-righteous, if you are losing
faith in mankind, for every attitude
or emotion of human nature a passage
peculiarly fitting can be found in the
Scriptures. And for every occasion
read the twenty-third Psalm:
	"'The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall
not want. . . . Surely goodness and
mercy shall follow me all the days
of my life and I shall dwell in the
house of the Lord forever.'"

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1911.
April 29. 	In court each day since <
>
last entry. On the witness
stand yesterday. In this
evening's "Deseret News" appears
a full report of last Sabbath's
tabernacle address. Clipping 
is appended: -

	History of Scriptures
		In Every Dispensation
Address Delivered in Salt Lake Tabernacle, Sunday,
			April 23, 1911, by
		DR. JAMES  E. TALMAGE. 
	 (Reported by F. W. Otterstrom.)

  In responding to the request to ad-
dress you, on this occasion, I feel that
I could desire no greater blessing than
the fulfillment of the prayer that has
been offered. I trust that we shall
realize the provisions of that prayer,
and  the purpose of our coming to-
gether shall avail, in the sight of the
Lord, to the extent that he will give
unto us the spirit of truth and the de-
sire to learn more of his way and of
his word. While this is the ordinary
weekly gathering, characteristic of the
Sabbath afternoon, in connection with
the services of our Church, it is per-
haps understood by most or all of
those present, that the week in which
this glorious Sabbath is the first day,
is by general assent to be devoted in
this country to the special considera-
tion of the Bible and biblical subjects.
This concerted action has been taken
in accordance with the suggestion and
request of a worthy organization
known as the American Bible society.
The action is in line with what has
been done on the other side of the
ocean, by the British and Foreign Bi-
ble societies; and the reason for this
particular call is likewise, I believe,
generally understood by you.
[Column 2]
	 THREE HUNDRED YEARS.
  This is the three hundredth anni-
versary of the completion of the ver-
sion of the holy Scriptures known as
the King James translation. It was
in 1611 that the translation was fin-
ished, and in that year the completed
work was presented to the king for
his approval.	In this connection, it
may be of interest to note that seven
years before that time, in the year
1604, King James I had called a council
of bishops and other authorities of the
church, in England, to consider the
request that had been presented for
his royal consideration, relative to the
necessity of a new translation of the
holy Scriptures. In this connection it
may, perchance, be of interest and
withal to us instructive, to consider
in a general way, how our Bible has
come to us in its present form. I seek
not to defend the Bible; it needs no de-
fense from me, and particularly in
this assembly, composed largely of
people who profess a belief in the Bi-
ble, that is absolute and all-absorbing.
Suffice it to say that we accept the
Bible for what it professes to be—the
word of God, sacred, holy. We place
upon it no private interpretation. We
take issue with it in no particular, ex-
cept in the cases of acknowledged mis-
translation, and in that respect I be-

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[the following is a paper clipping]
lieve the Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints is as conservative
and careful as any other Christian
church or sect in the world today.
Therefore, be it known that we have
no particular, special, or peculiarly
"Mormon" interpretation of the Bible;
and, contrary to the error that is
prevalent in the minds of many, we
have no such thing as a "Mormon"
Bible.	The Bible, more properly
known as the Holy Bible, of which we
speak, and which we use, and which
forms the first of the standard works
of this Church, is the volume known as
the King James translation, or the au-
thorized version as it is called in Eng-
land, of the Old and New Testaments.
The theologians of the day hesitate
not to say that there are many pas-
sages, even in that splendid version,
which are plainly erroneous in their
wording and rendering, and in not a
few instances has the meaning been
clouded, and the intent of the specific
Scripture in many cases misrepresent-
ed. This I take to be due to in-
advertent, unintentional errors of de-
voted men who sought to do the best
they could in making the translation
required of them.
		A NATURAL DIVISION.
	We recognize a natural division in
the volume known to us as the Bible
—those records and books relating
to the days prior to what we call
the meridian of time, the time of the
inauguration of the present era, the
time marked and honored, in the
history of the world, by the coming
of the Christ himself, in the	flesh,
constitute what used to be called the
"Old Covenant," or the books of the
Old Covenant; and those books
which relate to the days of Christ
and the times immediately following,
known to us as the apostolic period,
have been brought together under
the name of the books of the "New
Covenant." Gradually,	the term 
"testament" has come to replace
the title "covenant;" and thus we
speak, as the Christian world in gen-
eral speaks, of the Old Testament
and the New Testament. The Old
Testament, as we have it in this ver-
sion of the Bible—except for the fact
that this is a rendering in	modern
English, whereas the older versions
were in the ancient languages—as a
compilation, is today what it was
three hundred years before the time
of Christ. It has not been changed;
the order of the books composing it
has not been altered; and,	indeed,
there has been nothing done to it,
as a compilation and unified volume,
except to translate it into	different
languages, so that the people might
be able to read and understand. It os
rather late in the day, indeed, were
there any purpose or motive in mak-
ing such an attempt, to challenge
the genuineness or the authenticity
of the Testament of old, or the Testa-
ment that we call new. We	have
abundant evidence that the books of
the Old Testament were brought to-
gether, as I say, centuries before the
time of Christ, in the form and   in
the order practically,	in which we
now have that compilation within
our reach. 
		ANCIENT MANUSCRIPT.
	This evidence consists	of	many
ancient manuscripts, more and more
of which are being discovered, giving
parts of this volume; and, besides
that, we have the evidence of many
quotations and citations made  by
later writers and by the apostles of
old, and by Jesus himself, referring
to these then ancient Scriptures  as
Scriptures in very truth,		quoting
from them and applying their pre-
cepts and their requirements unto
the people. Copies, of course, in that
early day, could be made only by
the laborious method of hand repro-
duction, letter by letter, and copies of
the Scriptures as they then existed,
were rare, comparatively, and diffi-
cult to obtain, and such copies were
correspondingly prized. Let it be re-
membered that scrupulous care was
exercised in the making of such
copies; and though when Christ
came to his people, he found it
necessary to reprove them on many
an occasion, for having controvert-
ed the spirit of the Scriptures, we
find him in no case calling them to
account for having changed the letter
of those Scriptures. They put	their
own interpretation upon them; they
ofttimes applied them in a strained
and improper way: they	took	the
laws which there they found speci-
fied, and from each of them manu-
factured hundreds of rules; but we
have no reason to believe that there
were intentional errors allowed	to
creep into the copies made of the Old
Testament. As we have it, the Old
Testament comprises thirty-nine books,
but these were originally arranged
as twenty-two. Thus the two books
of Kings were presented as one, as
also the two books of Chronicles,
the book of Ezra and the book of
Nehemiah, were presented as one
book, the reason being a desire, on
the part of the compilers, to have
the number of chapters in the Old
Testament correspond to the number
of letters in the Hebrew alphabet,
and thus twenty-two books were
generally recognized. Of those books
we have numerous authentic lists,
many lists that can be compared,
each with the other, removing,   it
would seem, all shadow of doubt as
to the genuineness and authenticity
of that compilation.
	   TITLE OF THE BOOK.
		A word with regard to the title or
term "bible." By derivation, we find
it to have been originally of plural
form. It is an English rendering of
the plural noun "biblia," meaning,
literally, "the books," and not,    as
some would have it, "the book," for
even from the first, the Scriptures
have been regarded as a compliation
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many authors, many agents and in-
struments, living at different periods
and writing under different condi-
tions. Those books were very early
classified as the books of the law,
the books of the prophets, and the
sacred books, or the hagiographa. We
find Christ himself referring to the
"law and the prophets," by which
term the ancient Scriptures were in-
dicated and referred to. During the
apostolic period, many writings ap-
peared relating to the life of Christ,
to his works, his ministry, and his
mission. These were gradually
brought together and compiled in the
form of what we call the New
Testament, and the two, then, came
together as one, known unto us as
the Holy Bible.

		A UNIFIED FORM.

	As stated, the Old Testament existed
in a compiled and unified form at the
time of Christ's ministry on earth, as
indeed it had existed for practically
three centuries before that time. The
Scriptures, which were even then called
ancient, are commonly referred to by
writers of the time as "the law of
Moses," "the prophets," "and the
psalms." Under these terms the Savior
himself specifically refers to them, as
for example in Luke 24:44: "And he
said unto them, These are the words
which I spake unto you, while I was
yet with you, that all things must be
fulfilled, which were written in the law
of Moses, and in the prophets and in
the psalms concerning me."
	We know that the law as written by
Moses was committed to the special
custody of the priests and Levites and
guarded by them as one of the treas-
ures belonging to the ark of the cove-
nant. Moses, the leader and lawgiver
of ancient Israel, saw in prophetic vi-
sion that a king would some day rule
among the children of Abraham, and he
commanded that a copy of the law
should be made for the special guid-
ance of the king (Deut. 17:18). The law
as thus written by Moses was added
to by Joshua (Josh. 24:26); and cen-
turies later when the prediction of
Moses as to the monarchy had been
realized, when indeed a king reigned
in Israel, Samuel the prophet wrote of
this great change in government "in a
book, and laid it up before the Lord."
It is plain, from references made by
the early prophets that the "Book of
the law of the Lord" was known among
the people for they were counseled to
read and study it (Isa. 34:16). We learn
further that during the sixth century
B. C., Hilkiah the priest, who by the
way was father of the Prophet Jere-
miah, found "a book of the law of the
Lord." During the fifth century B. C.,
Ezra the prophet lived, and to him
jointly with Nehemiah and members of
the Great Synagogue is attributed the
work of unifying and compiling the
books of the Old Testament, to which
compilation the writings of Ezra and
Nehemiah were appended. A century
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others that had come into existence in
the meantime, thus completing the Old
Testament canon.

	ORIGINALLY IN HEBREW.

	It is a well attested fact that practi-
cally all the books of the Old Testa-
ment were originally composed in He-
brew. True, there is evidence that
some small portions may have been
written in Chaldee, but the prevalenceof the Hebrew language in the original
records has given to the Old Testament
the common designation, Hebrew or
Jewish canon.
	One of the earliest, and by all means
the most notable translations of the
Old Testament, was from Hebrew into
Greek; this version is known as the
Septuagint. It is probable that this
translation was made between 290 and
280 B. C. This name Septuagint sug-
gests the number 70, and there are dif-
ferent explanations as to why this ver-
sion of the ancient Scriptures was so
called. One account is to the effect
that the translation was made by a
body of 72 elders—70 in round numbers
—who had worked at the request of
Ptolemy Philadelphus, king of Egypt;
other accounts were that the work was
accomplished in 70 days; and yet an-
other explanation is that the version
was so called because the translation
was sanctioned and approved by the
Jewish council, the Sanhedrin, which
was composed of 72 members. The
Septuagint is regarded as the best of
the ancient versions of the Old Testa-
ment; it was quoted by Jesus and the
apostles: and is at present the author-
ized text among the Greek Catholics
and other Christian churches of the
east.

	SCRIPTURES PRESERVED.

	Concerning the integrity of the New
Testament, the several parts of which
were originally written in Greek, much
has been done in the way of research
and by way of learned investigators to
ascertain whether, in the earlier peri-
od, immediately after the apostolic
times, the books of the New Testament
were recognized as authentic and ac-
cepted as they now appear. At that
time the Old Testament was known as
the Canon, the Jewish Canon; and that
word, by derivation, has a meaning
that is significant; it means a measur-
ing rod, a guide, a test, and its ap-
plication to the books of the Old Tes-
tament indicated that these were ac-
cepted as the word of God to be the
guide of the people. In process of time
the books now compiled as the New
Testament came to be regarded as
canonical, and much care was exercised
in sifting the genuine and the real from
the spurious and the false; for the
period immediately following the min-
istry of the apostles, beginning with
the first of the second century, was
marked by the appearance of many
spurious writings purporting to be the
work of those in authority in the
church. Strange as it may seem, the
very efforts made, by the powers of

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darkness, to destroy the church in
that day led to the preservation of the
Scriptures. You all know the story
of the dread persecutions through
which  early Christians were called
to pass; you know how they were
driven from their homes, put to death
in many barbarous ways.  The student
of ecclesiastical history knows that the
last great persecution of that time, the
tenth according to the classification
generally made by historians, was the
persecution under Diocletian, the Ro-
man emperor, in the latter part of the
third and the very early years of the
fourth century. Diocletian expressed
his determination to annihilate the
Christians and exterminate Christian-
ity.	He directed his efforts not only 
against the people themselves, but even
more particularly against their books,
and decreed death as the penalty for
having in one's possession any copy
of the gospels, or the epistles of the
apostles; and many there were who,
frightened by impending danger, re-
nounced their religion and yielded up
their scriptures. In such cases, these
scriptures were destroyed; but there
were some who succeeded in perserving 
copies of the sacred records; and,
mark you, within a decade from the
time of Diocletian's most violent oppo-
sition, Constantine, who had taken the
church under the powerful protection
of the state, was using his efforts to
multiply copies of those same scrip-
tures.
                 OWNERS TRIED.
  But now those members of the church
who had purchased their exemption
from persecution by giving up their
sacred scriptures were placed on trial,
and a very important question arose
in that day, as to which of those scrip-
tural books were of such undisputed
genuineness as to make the giving up
of such a book an act of treachery
worthy of excommunication from the
church. Because of that question hav-
ing arisen, a very careful search was
made to determine which of the writ-
ings and records then  current were
genuine, canonical, authentic: which
were of doubtful authenticity, and
which were certainly spurious.
	As a concise summary of the evidence
supporting the claims of authenticty
of the New Testament, I venture to
quote my own words already in print.
	"Since the latter part of the fourth
century of our present era, there has
arisen scarcely a single question of
importance regarding the authenticity
of the books of the New Testament 
as at present constituted. From that
time until the present, the New
Testament has been accepted as an
unquestioned canon of Scriptures by
all professed Christians. In the
fourth century, there were general-
ly current several lists of the books
of the New Testament as we now
have them: of these may be men-
tioned the catalogues of Athanasius,
Epiphanius, Jerome, Rufinus,    and
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Augustine of Hippo, and the list an-
nounced by the third Council of
Carthage. To these may be added
four others, which differ from the
foregoing in omitting the revelation
of John in three cases, and the same 
with the epistle to the Hebrews in
one.
           OPPRESSIVE MEASURES
  "This superabundance of evidence
relating to the constitution of the
New Testament canon in the fourth
century is a result of the anti-
Christian persecution of that period.
At the beginning of the century in
question, the oppressive measures of
Diocletian, emperor of Rome, were
directed not alone against the Chris-
tians as individuals and as a sect,
but against their sacred writings,
which the  fanatical and cruel
monarch sought to destroy. Some de-
gree of leniency was extended to
those who yielded up the holy books
that had been committed to their
care; and not a few embraced this
opportuinity of saving their lives.
When the rigors of persecution were
lessened, the churches sought to
judge their members who had
weakened in their allegiance to the
faith, as shown by their surrender of
the Scriptures, and all such were
anathematized as traitors. Inasmuch
as many books that had been thus
given up under the pressure of
threatening death were not at that
time generally accepted as holy, it
became a question of first impor-
tance to decide just which books were
of such admitted sanctity that their
betrayal would make a man a trai-
tor. Hence we find Eusebius designat-
ing the books of the Messianic and
apostolic days as of two classes—(1)
Those of acknowledged canonicity,
viz—the gospels, the epistles of Paul,
Acts, I John, I Peter, and probably 
the Apocalypse. (2) Those of dis-
puted authenticity, viz.—epistles of
James II and III John, and Jude.
To these classes he added a third
class, including books that were ad-
mittedly spurious.
          LIST OF ATHANASIUS.
	"As stated, the list published by
Athanasius, which dates from  near
the middle of the fourth century, 
gives the constitution of the New
Testament as we now have it; and
at that time all doubts as to the cor-
rectness of the enumeration seem to
have been put to rest; and we find
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by professing Christians in Rome,
Egypt, Africa, Syria, Asia Minor, and
Gaul. The testimony of Origen, who
flourished in the third century, and
that of Tertullian, who lived during
the second, were tested and pro-
nounced conclusive by the later
writers in favor of the canonicity of
the gospels and the apostolic writ-
ings. Each book was tested on its
own merits, and all were declared by
common consent to be authoritative
and binding on the churches.
	"If there be need to go farther back,
we may note the testimony of Irenaeus,
distinguished in ecclesiastical history
as bishop of Lyons; he lived in the
latter half of the second century, and
is known as a disciple of Polycarp,
who was personally associated with
the Revelator John. His voluminous
writings affirm the authenticity of
most of the books of the New Testa-
ment, and define their authorship as
at present admitted. To these testi-
monies may be added those of the
Saints in Gaul, who wrote to their fel-
low-sufferers in Asia, quoting freely
from gospels, epistles, and the Apoc-
alypse; the declarations of Melito,
bishop of Sardis, who journeyed to the
east to determine which were the ca-
nonical books, particularly of the Old
Testament; and the solemn attest of
Justin Martyr, who embraced Chris-
tianity as a result of his earnest and
learned investigations, and who suf-
fered death for his convictions. In
addition to individual testimony, we
have that of ecclesiastical councils and
official bodies, by whom the question
of authenticity was tried and decided.
In this connection may be mentioned
the council of Nice, 325 A. D.; the coun-
cil of Laodicea, 363 A. D.; the council
of Hippo, 393 A. D.; the third and the
sixth councils of Carthage, 397 and 419
A. D.
           ACCEPT NEW TESTAMENT.
	"Since the date last named, no dis-
pute as to the authenticity of the New
Testament has claimed much atten-
tion; surely the present is too late a
time, and the separating distance to-
day is too vast, to warrant the re-
opening of the question. The New
Testament must be accepted for what
it claims to be; and though, perhaps,
many precious parts have been sup-
pressed or lost, while some corrup-
tions of the sacred texts may have
crept in, and errors have been inad-
vertently introduced through the in-
capacity of translators, the volume as
a whole must be admitted as authentic
and credible, and as an essential part
of the Holy Scriptures."
	It should be remembered that in the
making of copies of the Holy Scrip-
tures, even before the invention of
printing, great care was exercised; and
by way of illustration I call your at-
tention to this incident. Irenaeus the
learned and devout bishop of Lyons
made a copy for himself, during the
second century, and he inscribed in
that copy this charge: "Whosoever
thou art who shall transcribe this
book, I charge thee, with an oath, by
our Lord Jesus Christ, and by his
glorious appearing, in which he cometh
to judge the quick and dead, that thou
carefully compare what thou hast
transcribed, and correct it according
to this copy whence thou hast tran-
scribed it; and that thou transcribe this
oath in like manner and place it in
thy copy."
                 ERRORS CREPT IN.
	It is not surprising I take it, that
with all this care, errors should creep
in and that different versions of both
Old and New Testaments should show
minor variations and some mistakes.
Even after the art of printing had been
well developed, when books had be-
come common, it was found that errors
crept in through proof-readers' over-
sight, and scarcely any one version of
the Bible extant is free from such.
Some of these errors are self-evident,
and can scarcely be regarded as a
source of serious danger to the reader,
nevertheless, they are errors. For ex-
ample, one version of the English
Bible, printed in 1653, gives this render-
ing of the sixth chapter of first Cor-
inthians, ninth verse: "Know ye not
that the unrighteous shall inherit the
kingdom of God?" The mistake re-
quires no explanation or comment. An
edition of the Bible, printed shortly
after that time, makes King David
say in the one hundredth and sixty-
first verse of the one hundred and nine-
teenth Psalm, "Printers have perse-
cuted me without a cause," a strange
statement, indeed, since printers were
not known for centuries after that
time. The true rendering was "Princes
have persecuted me without a cause."
Some of you have heard of the "Vine-
gar" Bible, printed at the great uni-
versity city, Oxford, in the year 1717,
giving as the heading of the parable
of the vineyard, in the twentieth chap-
ter of Luke, "The Parable of the
Vinegar." I doubt not that many of
you have heard of the so-called wicked
Bible, which leaves out the all-im-
portant word "not" in the seventh
commandment. These are illustrations
not of mistranslations but of printers'
errors that have inadvertently crept in,
and against which we should be and
must be on our guard.
                OWNERSHIP ILLEGAL.
	Much interest attaches to the prepar-
ation of the several modern versions
of the Scriptures, whether of the Old
or of the New Testament, or of both
combined; and in this connection let
it be remembered that during the
fourteenth and fifteenth centuries the
church, which by that time had be-
come thoroughly apostate, set its
mighty power against the multiplica-
tion of the copies of the Scripture and

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made it an offense to be punished with
excommunication for an[-] one, other
than a priest or prelate, to have a
copy of the Scriptures, in whole or in
part, in his possession. A papal edict
went forth that the people were not to
be allowed to read the word of God,
lest they should understand and know
for themselves; and among the first
evidences of the spirit of the reforma-
tion was the attempt to place the
Scriptures within the reach of the
people. Several partial translations
had been made into the early Anglo-
Saxon form of speech, but the first at-
tempt was made by John Wycliffe who,
as you know, was persecuted in the
most violent way by the church of
Rome. He had dared to take issue
with the arrogance of the priests; he
had dared to raise his voice against
the blasphemous claim, made by the
pope, that he had the right to forgive
sins and to grant indulgences for the
commiting of sins. But the great-
est charge brought against Wycliffe
was that he had dared to place the
Scriptures in readable form in the
hands of the people. He was brought
to trial for his life, and though he
escaped the martyr's fate, being taken
from life by a stroke of disease—he
was anathematized even while in the
grave; and, 40 years afterwards, his
bones were dug up and burned, and
their ashes thrown into the stream,
because forsooth, he said the people
had a right to read the Word of God
for themselves. It is interesting to
note that in spite of all this his trans-
lation, the Wycliffe Bible, though in-
complete, had a wide circulation: yet
every copy had to be made by hand,
and it took a careful scribe fully 10
months, devoting all his time, in
earnest application, to make such a
copy, and it sold for 40 pounds, the
equivalent of $200, though according to
the value of money in that day very
much more. Yet, copies were in great
demand. Contrast that, if you please,
with the results recently reported by
the British Bible society, that in one
printing establishment in London they
are putting out two copies per minute
and selling paperbound copies of the
New Testament at a penny apiece.

	 WYCLIFFE VERSION.

	Fully 170 copies of the Bible as
translated by Wycliffe, are known now
to be in existence. It may be interest-
ing to note that one of these bears the
name of Henry VI, as the owner; an-
other is inscribed with the name of
Richard, duke of Gloucester; a third
has inscribed upon it the name of
Henry VII; one bears the name of Ed-
ward VI; and one is inscribed with a
presentation sentiment stating that it
was presented to Queen Elizabeth as
a birthday gift.
	As illustrating the opposition of the
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Archbishop Arundel, who presented a
complaint to the pope, charging Wyc-
liffe with heresy. The archbishop
refers to the reformer as "that pesti-
lent wretch John Wycliffe, the son of
the old serpent, the forerunner of Anti-
christ, who has completed his iniquity
by inventing a new translation of the
Scriptures;" and further, this learned,
pious archbishop, declared: "It is a
dangerous thing, as witnesseth blessed
Saint Hierome, to translate the text of
the scripture out of one tongue into
another; for in the translation the
sense is not always easily kept." Con-
tinuing: "We therefore decree and or-
dain that no man, hereafter, by his
own authority, translate any text of
the scripture into English or any other
tongue, by way of book, pamphlet, or
treatise; and that no man read any
such book, pamphlet, or treatise, now
lately composed in the time of John
Wycliffe, or hereafter to be set forth,
under pain of the major excommunica-
tion." This, perhaps, will give you
some idea of the extent to which op-
position was carried in the matter of
placing the Scriptures within the hands
of the people. I call to mind, on the
other hand, that the Teacher of teach-
ers, the man of Nazareth, the author of
the Gospel, decreed and proclaimed
this requirement: "Search the Scrip-
tures; for in them ye think ye have
eternal life, and they are they that
testify of me."

	 TYNDALE'S TRANSLATION.

	A hundred years after the appear-
ance of Wycliffe's manuscript, another
translation was undertaken by a young
Oxford scholar, William Tyndale. But
a wonderful change had come into the
civilization of the age; for, in the
meantime, one Johann Gensfleisch, or
John Gooseflesh, who for reasons
known to himself, afterwards assumed
his mother's name, Gutenberg, had
learned to manufacture and use move-
able types; in short, he had made
known that what we now call printing
was possible. Another thing the Lord
had wrought in the meantime, which
may perhaps seem to have only a com-
mercial signifiance and value, but
which in very truth is one of the most
important developments in the matter
of spreading the word of God, was that
the making of paper had been simpli-
fied and cheapened. The great draw-
back in the matter of producing books
in great number was less the difficulty
of using type than the fact that no
cheap and easily obtainable fabric for
the receiving of the impression was
to be had. By the time Tyndale was
ready to present his translation of the
Scriptures to the world, Gutenberg was
ready to print it for him.
	William Tyndale has been called the
father of the modern English Bible.
Like Wycliffe, he believed that the
Bible was not intended as a privileged
possession of the few, but that it was

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a gift of God unto the people. In the 
early stages of his devoted work, in re-
plying to an opponent who held 
that the Bible was not suited to the 
masses, Tyndale gave utterance to what 
at the time was called a sinful boast, 
but which has come to be regarded as 
an inspired prediction: "If God spare 
my life, ere many years I will cause 
the boy that driveth the plow to know 
more of the scriptures than thou know-
est." 
	THE FIRST PRINTED EDITION.
  Tyndale began with the New 
Testament, and this was, afterwards, 
included with the Old in Coverdale's 
Bible: and, be it known that the 
first complete book to issue from the 
printing press, in this world, was 
the New Testament, the Mazarin 
Bible as it came to be known. Tyn-
dale applied to the bishop of London 
for assistance in his work and found, 
to his surprise, that instead of receiv- 
ing assistance, he had to meet in that 
quarter the most strenuous opposi-
tion.
  What a reflection upon the great 
English nation, that this young man 
in order to complete the translation 
of the Scriptures had to expatriate 
himself, leaving the land of his na-
tivity and going into a foreign land, 
where he printed the Scriptures in 
English. Then, every British port was 
guarded to prevent their introduction 
into the country. Never were customs 
officers more alert, and yet these 
copies were smuggled in, in barrels, 
in boxes, and in bales, and through 
such means the people were able to 
get hold of printed copies of      the 
word of God. Then the bishop sought 
to buy them up, to burn them; and 
when the proposition was presented 
to Tyndale—for the agent came to 
him and told him that he had a custo-
mer for all the copies he could sell—
Tyndale inquired who it was,	   and 
finding that it was the bishop of 
London he answered that the bishop 
wanted the books only to burn them. 
But the astute agent, who was work-
ing on a commission, answered, 
"Well, what of that? You will have 
the money." "Yes," said Tyndale, "and 
some of them will get into the hands 
of the people, and with that money I 
can print a greater number." So he 
did sell the Bibles, and they were 
burned; and he made a profit on 
them, and with the profit he printed 
a thousand for every hundred that 
had been burned, and lived to see 
the wrath of the people aroused over 
that same burning. Never was a 
martyr burned at the stake with 
more serious consequences than those 
that followed the burning of those 
books; and in that connection, I ask 
your attention to these words utter-
ed by one Friar Buckingham, who 
had come forward to attack Lati-
mer's defense of the Scriptures; for 
be it known that not all the church 
[Column 2]
men were narrow minded. Many of 
them had the spirit of God in their 
souls and were willing to assert 
themselves, even though that assert-
ing cost them their lives; of this 
class was Latimer. This is the argu-
ment of the friar, showing the dan-
gers that would attend the reading of 
the Scriptures by the people them-
selves:
  "Thus where the scriptures saith, 
'No man that layeth his hand to the 
plow and looketh back is fit for the 
kingdom of God.' will not the plow-
man, when he readeth those words, 
be apt forthwith to cease from his 
plow, and then where would be the 
sowing and the harvest? 
  "Likewise, also, where the baker 
readeth, 'A little leaven leaveneth the 
whole lump,' will he not forthwith be 
too sparing with the leaven, to the 
great injury to our health?  "And so, also, when the simple man 
reads the words, 'If thine eye offend 
thee, pluck it out and cast it from 
thee,' incontinent he will pluck out 
his eye, and so the whole realm will 
be full of blind men, to the great de-
cay of the nation and the manifest 
loss of the king's grace. 
  "And thus, by reading the Holy 
Scriptures, will the whole realm come
into confusion."
	   TYNDALE PERSECUTED.
  Such are the arguments, if arguments 
they may be called, by which the 
spread of the truth was opposed. But 
there was more than the attempt of 
man in this progress of events; it was 
destined that the word of God should 
find its way into the hands and into the 
hearts of the people; and the revolu-
tion of feeling increased and grew until 
within a very few years after Tyndale's 
time the change had been wrought. 
Mark you, they prosecuted him and 
hounded him to his death. I told you 
that he had left his home and gone to 
the continent to continue his work. 
Traitors went over there and lured him 
from his house, seized him and carried 
him off to a dungeon; and after a mock 
trial, he was brought to the stake; and 
the last words he uttered, as the mists 
of death were gathering upon his brow, 
were, "God open the King of England's 
eyes." Within 30 years of that time a 
printed copy of the Bible, including a 
reproduction of Tyndale's translation of 
the New Testament, was presented, as 
the best gift that could be offered, to 
the ruling monarch of England; and 
within less than 70 years from that
time, the king of England sat as the 
president of the council called to con-
sider the matter of the translation of 
the holy Scriptures; that was in 1604, 
when, as stated, the royal mandate is-
sued for the preparation of what is 
known to us as the King James ver-
sion.
	  CAREFUL TRANSLATION.
  It may, perhaps, be interesting and, I 
take it, instructive to us to consider the

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way in which that work was done.	We
have the statement made by the com-
mittee or company of scholars by
whom it was done, they desiring to
make it known that they had given
the very best attention possible to
that work, which they considered in
the nature of a sacred duty. They gave
this general account of the way in
which the translators interpreted their
mission and the object they had in 
view:
	"Neither did we run over the work
with that posting haste that the Sep-
tuagint did, if that be true which is re-
ported of them, that they finished it
in 72 days; neither were we barred or
hindered from going over it again, [--]v-
ing once done it, like St. Hierome, if
that be true which himself reporteth,
that he could no sooner write anything,
but presently it was caught from him
and published and that he could not
have leave to mend it; neither, to be
short, were we the first that fell in
hand with translating the Scripture
into English, and consequently desti-
tute of former helps, as it is written
of Origen, that he was the first in a
manner, that put his hand to write
commentaries upon the Scriptures, and
therefore no marvel if he overshot him-
self many times.
	"None of these things: the work hath
not been huddled up in 72 days, but
hath cost the workmen, as light as it
seemeth, the pains of twice seven times
72 days, and more. Matters of such
weight and consequence are to be
speeded with maturity: for in a busi-
ness of moment a man feareth not the
blame of convenient slackness.
	"Neither did we think much to con-
sult the translators or commentators, 
Chaldee, Hebrew, Syrian, Greek, or
Latin; no, nor the Spanish, French
Italian, or Dutch; neither did we disdain
to revise that which we had done, and
to bring back to the anvil that which
we had hammered; but having and
using as great helps as were needful,
and fearing no reproach for slowness,
nor coveting praise for expedition, we
have at length, through the good hand
of the Lord upon us, brought the work
to that pass which you see."
		GOD'S HAND SHOWN.
	And verily, indeed, was the hand
of God in it; and verily the men who
promoted it, and the king who sanc-
tioned it, were working out God's pur-
poses; for, without these Scriptures,
the world would not be, could not be
what it is, Have you ever thought how
necessary it is that man shall have the
experience of the past ever before him
for his guidance. We read much of
the evolution of intelligence and organ-
isms, from the lower to the higher;
but when organisms and minds are
left to themselves, instead of evolution
upward, they manifest a retrogression
downward. The cultivated fruit, the
apple of today that suggests the beau-
ties of Eden, will go back, if left to
itself, to the sour crab; and man,
without the lessons of the past ever
before him, will retrograde toward sav-
agery. Yet, the lessons of the past are
not sufficient for his progress. While
we accept the Bible as the word of
God, we do not believe that that is
all that is necessary for the working
out of God's purposes with his children
upon the earth in this day of the
world. We do not believe that the
possession of that book is all that is 
required; no, nor acquaintance with it
nor will a careful study of it be all-
sufficient, unless its precepts be put
into practice and its counsels and be-
hests be obeyed. Moreover, it were
even a more wonderful work than it
is if the mere possession of the volume
would give a man authority to offici-
ate in the ordinances therein described.
That would mean that all one needs
to do to become a judge and sit in
judgment on his fellows is to study the
law books and learn how to do it. That
would mean that if a man has an am-
bition to wear a star and carry a con-
stable's or sheriff's baton, all he needs
to do is to read up on the law and
possess a copy of the ordinances pre-
scribing the duties of the office.
	BIBLE IS GOD'S WORD.
	No, we don't go to the extreme of
believing that the Bible is more than
it professes to be. It is the word of
God unto the people of the past and of
inestimable value to the people of the
present—indispensable to our progress,
pointing the way to something more,
something higher, greater, in the sense
of being more directly adapted to the
conditions and circumstances of the
day. We, as a people, accept the Bible
in its literalness; but we believe in
other Scriptures, too; and we believe
that God will yet reveal many great
and wonderful and important things
pertaining to his plans and purposes
and connected with his kingdom. To
me, one of the most glorious promises
contained in the Scripture is the as-
surance that the Lord will yet give us
more and continue to reveal himself
unto his people and his Church. But,
we have reason to thank Almighty God
that he put it into the hearts of kings
and priests, and bishops, and prelates,
and the people generally, to bring forth
this grand version of the Holy Scrip-
tures and present it to us in the form
in which we have it. But even with
that the scholars are not satisfied, and
attempts have been made, since its ap-
pearance, to bring out something bet-

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ter and something that is more literal.
But before we consider the latest ver-
sion, let us summarize the principal
versions in the order of their appear-
ance.
	PRINCIPAL VERSIONS.
	One of the first translations of the
Bible into Latin was that known as
the Italic version, probably prepared
in the second century A. D. This was
later revised and then became known
as the Vulgate; and this version is
still held by the church of Rome as the
most authentic. The Vulgate com-
prised both Old and New Testaments.
Many of the more modern versions
have been translated from the Vulgate,
and are therefore translations from
translation. This was the case with
Wycliffe's English translation of the
Bible. Tyndale's translation of the
New Testament, which appeared about
1525 A. D. was, however, made from
the early Greek version; as stated,
Tyndale's New Testament was after-
ward included in Coverdale's Bible,
which was printed in 1535, and which
constituted the first version of the
complete Bible to be published in Eng-
lish. In 1537 Matthew's Bible appeared;
two years later Taverner's Bible ap-
peared. In the same year Cranmer's
Great Bible appeared. The Geneva Bi-
ble was published in 1560; and eight
years later the Bishops' Bible was giv-
en to the public; this was the first
English version divided into chapters
and verses. It was owing to the nu-
merous errors in the Geneva Bible and
the Bishops' Bible that steps were
taken to bring about the new transla-
tion which is known as the King James
translation or the Authorized version.
	During the first half of the nine-
teenth century a number of partial
revisions of the Bible appeared; and
with the discovery of new manu-
scripts, the feeling became very gen-
eral among biblical scholars that a
new revision of the Bible in its en-
tirety was desirable and indeed neces-
sary. Among the new manuscripts
that had been discovered subsequent
to the publication of the King James
version, perhaps the most important
are the three known as the Vatican,
the Sinaitic, and the Alexandrian
manuscripts. The first of these is in
the possession of the Vatican at Rome.
The second, which is named from the
fact that it was discovered in the li-
brary of a monastery at the base of
Mount Sinai is regarded as one of the
greatest treasures of the Greek church,
and is preserved at St. Petersburg.
The third reposes in the manuscript
room of the British museum. Each
of these is admittedly a copy of earlier
manuscripts; but as we have seen
these copies were made with unusual
care and attention. The three manu-
scripts named were probably made
sometime between 300 and 450 of our
present era, and they are regarded as
genuine and authentic copies of the
Scriptures as they were used during
the times immediately following the
apostolic period.
	THE FIRST STEPS.
	It was in the year 1870, to be exact
on February 10th, when Bishop Wil-
berforce of the English church pro-
posed the creation of a committee to
"report on the desirableness of a re-
vision of the authorized version of the
New Testament, whether by marginal
notes or otherwise, in all those pas-
sages where plain and clear errors,
whether in the Greek text adopted by
the translators, or in the translation
made from the same, shall on due
investigation be found to exist." The
resolution was amended so as to in-
clude the Old Testament and was
adopted. The actual work of revision
began in June, 1870, and in May, 1885,
the revised version of the Bible was
published.
	LATEST VERSIONS.
This, the latest of existing versions,
is regarded by scholars as giving in
many instances a more literal trans-
lation of the original text while ad-
mittedly lacking the force, virility,
power, pathos, and poetry of the King
James version which, I believe, was
in very truth inspired. The wonderful
developments of modern civilization
are being employed in the multipli-
cation of the copies of the revised ver-
sion and more particularly of the au-
thorized version, which remains in
more common use in this country.
Associations have sprung up, societies
have been called into being for the
spread of the word of God.
	An association of Christian travel-
ing men, known as the Gideons, with
which, perhaps, many of you are ac-
quainted, give of their means to buy
Bibles, and place them in the bed-
rooms of hotels. Not a few testi-
monies have voluntarily been given of
the saving effect, on some one for
example who considered himself well
nigh down and out, of having a vol-
ume of the word of God at his com-
mand. These earnest workers do not
end their work by simply placing the
volume there, but they make sugges-
tions as to how to use it, and I can
commend to you their suggestions.
Those of you who have traveled much
must have come across these Bibles,
in hotel rooms, with an inscription in
each saying that the book has been
placed there by the society of the
Gideons. You will find there advice
to suit different conditions of life, and
this advice is good not only for trav-
eling men but for the rest of us:
	WISE COUNSEL
If lonesome or blue, and friends
untrue, read Psalm 23, 27, and
Luke 15.

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If trade is poor, read Psalm 37 and
John 15.
	If you are discouraged, or in trou-
ble, read Psalm 136, and John 14.
	If you are out of sorts, read He-
brews 12.
	If you are losing confidence in men,
read First Corinthians, 13th chapter.
	If skeptical, read John 6:40 and 7:7,
and the epistle to Philemon, second
chapter, 9th to 11th verses.
	If you can't have your own way,
read James, third chapter.
	If you are tired of sin, read the 18th
chapter of Luke, particularly the 35th
to the 43rd verses, 18:9-14 and the
9th chapter of John.
	If very prosperous, read First Corin-
thians, 10th chapter, 12th and 13th
verses.
	And as a happy conclusion, read the
121st Psalm, the 6th chapter of
Matthew, 33rd verse; and the 12th
chapter of Romans.
	And of these, one that is applicable
to all times, read well and study:
	"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall
not want.
	"He maketh me to lie down in
green pastures; he leadeth me beside
the still waters.
	"He restoreth my soul: he leadeth
me in the paths of righteousness for
his name's sake.
	"Yea, though I walk through the
valley of the shadow of death, I will
fear no evil: for thou art with me;
thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
	"Thou preparest a table before me
in the presence of mine enemies: thou
anointest my head with oil; my cup
runneth over.
	"Surely goodness and mercy shall
follow me all the days of my life; and
I will dwell in the house of the Lord
for ever." Amen.

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1911		    

April30 Sunday: - Delivered address
at morning prayer meeting
in Temple.
In the evening spoke
as per appointment
in our home ward - the
27th. — on the subject
of "The Liquor Traffic".

May1. Attended evening meeting
of priesthood members in
27th Ward and conducted
exercises in the High
Priests' class.
May2. Attended regular meeting
of Deseret Sunday School
Union Board. Following
the meeting I had an
interview with the First
Presidency, as the result
of which I am urged
to go east this month
to attend meeting of the
American Association of
Museums.

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May 7. Sunday: Fast-day. - At
the afternoon services in
27th Ward, Wife and I
together with other members
of the family were in
attendance. We presented
our baby-boy. He received
his blessing from Prest.
F. M. Lyman of the
Council of the Twelve
Apostles. Prest. Lyman
was assisted in the
ordinance by the bishopric
of the Ward, and by
myself. The name John
Russell Talmage was
confirmed on the boy.
	Immediately after the
meeting I was requested
to fill an appointment
at an evening meeting
in Brigham City, The
unexpected request was, due
to an emergency arising
from the illness of
Elder Wm. H. King, who

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had accepted the appointment,
and who, until this after-
noon, had hoped to meet
the obligation. At a late
hour, however, Bro. King's
physician forbade his
going. I was hurried to
the station by automobile,
caugth the 4.15 train,
and arrived in Brigham
City at 6.15 p.m. Was
kindly received and
entertained by officers
of the Improvement Asso-
ciations. At 8 p.m. the
meeting began. Opening
exercises were curtailed, and
at 8.10 I began my lecture,
the announcement having
been made that the
musical program arranged
for the meeting would be
carried out after the lecture.
My subject was "Pearls of
the Faith." I caught the
9 p.m. Inter urban car, which

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passes the meeting-house
block, and proceeded to
Ogden, thence went by
electric line to Salt Lake
City, arriving shortly before
midnight. Slept at my
office.
May 12. With wife and friends attended
theatre to witness performance
of L'Aigton by Sarah Bernhart.
It is noteworthy that this
remarkable woman, now in
her 67th year should so
well portray the part of
a boy of 18 years.
" 14 Sunday. By request I delivered
a short address at the morning
prayer meeting in temple.
During forenoon attended
monthly meeting of High
Priests' quorum of Ensign
Stake. I was one of several
speakers. The principal
topic treated by the
speakers was the pending
question of Prohibition.

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309
From Deseret News,
	May 20, 1911:—

[The following newspaper clipping attached sideways to page]
We Must Face the Question Squarely
	And Avoid Clouding the Issue

The Matter to Be Voted on June 27 is Not Primarily the Question as to
	Whether Men Shall or Shall Not Have the Right to
		Drink if They So Desire.

[Column 1]
THE election to be held on
June 27th is a subject
of much discussion and
is rightly one of the most
important subjects now occupy-
ing the public mind. It is im-
portant that we face the question
squarely, and that we carefully
avoid clouding the issues. The
matter upon which we are to
vote is not primarily the ques-
tion as to whether men shall or
shall not have the right to drink
intoxicating liquors if they so de-
sire; it is not primarily the ques-
tion of prohibition of individual
indulgence. The question we have
to face and decide upon is as to
whether the sale of intoxicating
liquors shall be legally sanctioned
or not. In short, the vote is to
be for or against the continua-
tion of the saloon traffic.

[Column 2]
	Much was said in the Consti-
tutional convention as to the free
agency of man, and as to the
seeming interference with that
free agency contemplated in the
proposition to establish state-
wide prohibition. I submit that
this is not the question at issue
in the approaching election. The
fact that as far as the secular
law is concerned, a man may in-
dulge his desire for liquor within
the privacy of his own home or
elsewhere, provided he commits
no overt act, and does not inter-
fere with the peace and comfort
of his fellows, requires no argu-
ment. However, the open and
licensed sale of liquor is a matter
that concerns the individual less
than the community.
	I submit that while saloons are
licensed under even the strictest
regulations, the law thus gives the
liquor traffic the gloss of respecta-
bility; and under such conditions
it will be impossible to convince
the immature minds of youth that

[Column 3]
the habitual indulgence in in-
toxicants is fundamentally or es-
sentially wrong. I have heard no
argument in favor of the legaliz-
ing of the liquor traffic which
would not apply with equal force
to the legalizing of any other
traffic admittedly bad. That sin
and vice exist in practically all
communities of men is admitted;
but when any form of vice is
recognized by law as a subject for
regulation, rather than of sup-
pression, the effect upon the
young is that of investing the
evil with the mark of at least
semi-propriety.
	Years ago it was my privilege to
visit the excavated parts of the
once buried cities in southern
Italy, specifically Herculaneum
and Pompeii. In these cities,
which for two thousand years
have lain buried beneath the
ashes of Vesuvius, the evidences
of immorality and licentiousness
are overwhelming. But to me the
most distressing feature of all
was the open and public way in
which such licentiousness was dis-
played. Street corner inscriptions

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[left column]
proclaimed to open day the vices,
which if they existed at all,
should at least have sought the
cover of seclusion.
	It has been argued that if the
open sale of liquor be forbidden,
men will become sneaks and liars
in that they will obtain liquor
by surreptitious means. I sub-
mit that there is little danger of
soiling the morality of such men,
and that there is little to choose
between the drunkard and the
liar, for in the most of cases
they are but variations of the
same species, and generally the
characteristics of the two are
combined in one. It has been
argued that to prohibit the manu-
facture and sale of liquor is to
throw out of employment many
who make their living in this
business. I submit the world is
in need of workers, and if men
lose employment in the brewing
of the grain they may employ
their powers in raising grain for
better purposes. It has been ar-
gued that the city and the state
need the revenue that accrues
from the manufacture and sale
of liquor. I submit that the
money gathered and used for the
development of the common-
wealth should be clean money,
untainted and undefiled. I call
to mind that when the traitor,
Judas, in remorse brought back
the silver pieces for which he had
betrayed his Master, the money
was rejected as unfit to be re-
stored to the treasury because it
was the price of blood. The only
use to which it could be properly
put was the purchase of a pot-
ter's field in which to bury the un-
known and outcast dead. I can-
not believe that the cities of Zion
are to be built up by money upon

[right column]
which is the red stain of sin.
Moreover, the experience of other
states has shown that with the
suppression of the liquor traffic
the expenses of government are
materially reduced.
	Years ago I was alderman and
justice of the peace in Provo.
Shortly after my installation in
office the prohibition ordinance
was repealed and the licensing of
saloons was authorized. Within
two weeks the business of the jus-
tice's court increased many fold;
the jail proved to be too small;
the police force had to be in-
creased; men drank who had
never drank before, and men who
had drunk before drank all the
more.
	It has been argued that prohibi-
tion does not prohibit. In other
words that the full possibilities of
prohibitiory laws are never realiz-
ed. Granted. Shall we say then
that because we cannot realize all
we had hoped, we shall reject the
partial good within our reach?
Shall the farmer who fears that
he may not reap his full harvest
of fifty bushels to the acre, sit
down idly and let his fields lie
fallow, when by effort he may
have gathered full forty bushels
from every acre? Shall we say
that the reclamation of
eight drunkards out of ten is
not worth our effort because the
other two still persist in their
life-destroying course?
	I think we ofttimes pray to poor
effect because our prayers are
made of no better stuff than
words. The best prayer we can
offer for the improvement of our
commonwealth is the intelligent
use of the power within our con-
trol, and earnest effort to bring
about such fulfillment of the
prayer as we desire. The fact is,
we can answer a great many of
our prayers ourselves.
	We have tried the liquor license
system. We know how it works.
We have now the chance to try the
other system. Let us make use
of the chance and remove tempta-
tion from the path of the youth.
Let not the brightest and most
costly window fronts on our fair
streets be those of the saloon.
Let it be that the lights of our
city streets shall point the way to
good and not to sin.
		  ———
	The above is a synopsis of
extempore remarks by Dr. Jas. E.
Talmage, at a priesthood meeting
held in Whitney hall, Ensign
stake, last Sunday.

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May 21. Sunday. By appointment
went to Sandy with other
members of the Deseret
Sunday School Union Board
and attended the Sunday
School conference of Jordan
Stake. I was assigned
to special work in the
Theological Dept. Returned
home and attended evening
meeting in our own ward
(27th).
" 22. Attended annual banquet
of Dramatic and Debating
Societies of Univ. of Utah
at Commercial Club. By
appointment responded to
the toast "All the world's 
a stage".
" 24. Went to Heber City in
company with Attorneys
Thurman and Wedgewood.
Took rooms at Duncan
House. Attended afternoon
session of court in which 
the case of Mountain Lake

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Mining Co. vs. Midway
Irrigation Co. et. al. was
taken up for trial.
May 27. In court each day
since last entry. Case
has been continued until
August. Returned home
by afternoon train. During
an interval between train
at Provo I ran up town
and visited my sister,
Sarah, who is at the
Provo hospital where
she underwent an
operation for appendicitis
on the 22d visit. She is
recovering as well as
could be expected.
" 28. Sunday. With several other
members of General Board
went to Provo and attended
Utah Stake Sunday School
conference. Returned by
evening train. Attended
Primary Conference in 27th
Ward at night.

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15/1911.						

May 30.	Memorial Day. During
forenoon attended to duties
of the day. Wife and family
visited the cemetery and
placed flowers on the
grave of our daughter
Zella, who died in her
infancy; we also paid
a similar tribute of
respect to the grave
of out cousin Jack
Rawlinson, whose body
lies in our family lot.
	After part of the day
was spent by me in
preparations for an eastern
journey.
" 31. Left by Overland Limited
at 11.40 a.m eastern bound.
Purpose of my trip is
to attend to Deseret
Museum business, and
to deliver the Alumni
Address at the approach-
ing commencement exercises
at Lehigh University.

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1911.


June 2. Arrived in Chicago, 9.15
a.m. by Chicago, Milwaukee,
& St. Paul Ry. Took room
at Great Northern hotel.
" 3. Yesterday and today have
been engaged in Museum
business. Left by night
train, via Grand Trunk
Ry for Detroit, Mich.
" 4 Sunday. Arrived in Detroit
8 a.m. Took room at
Wayne Hotel. Stormy day.
At night a very heavy
downpour occurred.
" 5. Began early the work
of further inquiry re-
garding the alleged
archeological finds
in this vicinity. Visited
Detroit Museum of Art
and conferred with Dr.
Griffith and Mr. William,
with whom I have co-
operated before. Then
visited "Journal" office
and consulted with a.

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Mr. Beasley of the City
Editor's department. Beasley
is carrying forward the
investigation since the
department sent Mr. Van
Benscotter to Washington.
Followed clue obtained
here, and called on Mrs.
Ida Macdonald, Chippewa
Ave. From her learned
the address of James Scot-
ford's step daughter — Mrs.
Etta Riley, 253 Fifth
St. This lady is a
dressmaker; she has been
a widow many years.
She solemnly declared to
me that she positively
knows her step-father,
James Scotford, has made,
buried, and dug up,
many of the articles
reported to be genuine
archeological relics. She
gave circumstantial
details, and agreed to

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sign a written statement,
with the proviso that
such statement shall
not be made public
without her consent
during the lifetime of
her mother, Mrs. Jas.
Scotford.
June 6. Met Mrs. Riley at her
residence with her friend
and neighbor Mrs. Odell.
Mrs. Riley signed the
statement as promised,
with Mrs. Odell and my-
self as witnesses. As
Mrs. Riley is employed
away from her home I
am able to see her
only in the evening.
All I have been able
to do today has been
to prepare the statement,
and continue my general
inquiries.
" 8. Yesterday and today have
been devoted to further

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investigations regarding <
>
the alleged "relics". Had
a late interview this
afternoon with Dr. Griffith
of the Museum.
	Left by night train
via Grand Trunk, east-
ward bound.
June 9. Arrived at Bethlehem,
Pa., 3 p.m. Took room at
Eagle Hotel — headquarters
	for the '91 class of
Lehigh graduate. During
late afternoon I witnessed
the last act of "The
Comedy of Errors" played
by the Ben Greet Company
of strolling players on
the open-air stage,
University campus. At
night attended the '91
class banquet. By request
I took the place of an
absent speaker and
responded to the toast,
"The Ladies." By the way

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tho many of the fellows
are accompnied by their
wives – the women had
a dinner all by themselves
in a separate room.
Such an arrangement
appears strange to 
a westerner. It was
June 10. 1.30 a.m. when the party
broke up.
	This is Alumni day
at the University – the
big day in the Commence-
ment week. Attended
annual meeting of the
Alumni Association, 11 a.m.
– 1 p.m. in Drown Hall.
Then attended Alumni
luncheon in the Commons.
Then our class '91 posed
for a photograph
outchi outside the
Church. Then followed
base-ball between
Lehigh and Lafayette,
– in which Lehigh was

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defeated. At night came
the President's reception
& ball. Heat is very op-
pressive; the high temper-
ature combined with the
humidity affect me
seriously.
June 11 Sunday. Baccalaureate
sermon was delivered
in Packer Memorial
Church by Dr. Williams, 
episcopal bishop of
Michigan.	After the 
services, I called upon
Mrs. Stanfer, who was
my landlady during
my student days
here 28 years ago. By
her side stood her son
with his wife and child.
The son wears the
button of a Lehigh grad-
uate, and has worn it
for 10 years. He was 
a tot in knickerbockers
when I was a student

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here and often I dangled 
him on my knee. Thus 
do the years pass. At 
night I attended ser-
vice at the Moravian 
Church, and witnessed 
the repetition of a ceremony 
which I saw in my
old days - 28 years ago 
— the ordination of ministers. 
June 12. Class day exercises at
the University. Old customs
are still retained, open-air
exercises, the punch bowl
and long pipes, and the 
breaking of pipe and glass
by each member of the 
class as his name is 
reached in the last roll
call. 
June 13. University Day. Aside 
from the formal exercis-
es of pronouncing honors
and promotions, and 
the bestowal of degrees,
the only items on the

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program were a short
introductory speech by
the president, and my
own address. Of course
the usual conventions
as to academic garb
were followed. I had
the pleasure of wearing
Sterling's cap and gown
which had been sent
hither by express. If I
can judge by the
evidences of respect
with which my address
was received, or by the
congratulatory remarks
with which I was greeted
after the exercises the
effort was satisfactory
– to alumni, new grad-
uates, the faculty and
trustees. By request
I dictated yesterday a
fairly full synopsis of
what I intended to say:
and the afternoon papers

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had it in circulation soon
after it was delivered.
	After a very friendly
farewell I left by
Lehigh Valley train, and
proceeded to New York.
Took room at Herald 
Square hotel. 
June 14. The anniversary of our
wedding day. Last
night I sent a letter-
gram conveying greeting
of the day. This should
reach Maia this morn-
ing. May many yet
happier anniversaries
follow.
" 17. Each day since last
entry has been spent
in visits to museums,
supply houses etc. Yes-
terday was spent in
Brooklyn; and great
part of today at the
Natural History museum.
Attended theater at night.

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June 18 Sunday. While walking <
>
toward subway station
on the way to our 
Church headquarters
I met Major Richard
N. Young, president of 
our stake. With Sister 
Young he has just 
returned from Europe.
Remained in his com-
pany instead of going
to Sunday School. 
Then decided to visit
other churches. Attended 
service at 5th Avenue 
cathedral, and later
that at the Brick 
Presbyterian Church. 
" 19. Busy day finishing 
up business. Left by 
evening train via Lehigh 
Valley Ry for Chicago. 
" 20 Arrived at Chicago 9.15 
p.m. Took room at Great 
Northern hotel. To my 
joy I found awaiting me

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letter from Maia dated
the 14th — and one
from Lucile bearing
date of 16th. All were
well at home on these
dates
June 21 Business during early
part of day. Had planned
leaving for home tonight;
but a telegram from
Director H. E. Sargent of
Kent Scientific Museum,
Grand Rapid decided
me to go there. Left
by night boat "City of
Holland." Had pleas-
ant night ride up
the lake.
" 22. Landed at 5.30 a.m. at
Holland. Proceeded by
electric car line to
Grand Rapids. Put up
at Pantlind hotel. Was
at Kent Scientific Museum, 
in conference with Director
H. E. Sargent before 9 a.m.

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Arranged prospectively
for exchange of material
between this museum and
the Deseret. Discussed
the Michigan "relics"
at length. Mr. Sargent
and I seem to regard
this matter in the same
way.		I returned to
Chicago by night train
and resumed by lodging
at Great Northern hotel.
June 23. Very hot day. Disposed
of unfinished business
and engaged passage
by Los Angeles Limited
for home. Left by train
starting at 10.16 p.m.
" 25 Sunday. Arrived home
5 p. m. Found all well.
Weather delightful in 
comparison with that ex-
perienced in the East.
July 1 Busy days since arrival at
June 30 home. In court part if
each day; on the witness

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stand this afternoon in
connection with injunction
case against Gas Company.
This evening Wife and
I attended social gathering
at the home of Dr & Mrs
S. H. Alley.
July 1. Unusual weather conditions.
Week closing today has
been one of cool days
and almost cold nights.
Today's minimum temp-
erature is reported as 46°F.
Despatches from the east
tell of extreme heat,
with many deaths and
other serious but non-
fatal prostrations. I
am glad to have re-
turned as early as I
did,
" 2. Sunday. Attended
forenoon Fast-day service
in the temple, and
afternoon service in
27th Ward. At each of

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[The following program attached to page]
Sunday Morning, 11:00 O'Clock

SPECIAL SERVICE
FOR TOURISTS and VISITORS

Salt Lake
Tabernacle

By Direction of the
First Presidency
of the Church

Sunday,
July 2, 1911
at 11 a.m.

J. J. McCLELLAN,
Tabernacle Organist

Program

1 Concert Overture		-	-	-	-	Hollins
2 a Meditation		-	-	-	-	-	'D' Evry
b Communion		-	-	-	-	-	Grison
c Old Melody		-	-	-	Arr. by Performer
3 Address on "Mormonism"	-	Dr. James E. Talmage
4 Chorus of Pilgrims, from "Tannhauser"	-	Wagner

Visitors are cordially invited to call at THE BUREAU OF INFORMATION
	near the South Gates

Sunday Morning, 11:00 O'Clock
	THE DESERET NEWS

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these I was one of <
>
several speakers. Between
the two I attended the
special service for
tourists in the taber-
nacle, and was the
speaker.

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<
> TOURISTS HEAR
  GOSPEL SUMMARY
            —————
Dr. James E Talmage Addresses
         Fast Day Gathering at
              The Tabernacle.
		————–—
      TEXT IN ARTICLES OF FAITH
		——————
Speaker Sheds the Light of Explana-
            tion on the Tenets of the
                Gospel as Revealed.
			   ——
[Column 1]
	Tourists and visitors at the taber-
nacle Sunday were given a brief
but concise outline of "Mormon"
doctrine by Dr. James E. Talmage,
who took for his text the articles of
faith of the Church of Jesus Christ
of Latter-day Saints. Being fast day,
the services were held at 11 o'clock in
the forenoon and the meeting was
marked by an unusually large at-
tendance of tourists. Prest. Arnold H.
Schulthess presided and the opening
prayer was offered by James Lam-
bert. Prof. J. J. McClellan presided at
the organ and rendered the follow-
ing selections: "Largo," by Handel;
Meditation, by D'Evry; Communion,
by Grison; Old Melody, arranged by
the performer and the Pilgrims'
chorus, from "Tannhauser," by
Wagner. In his address on "Mor-
monism," Dr. Talmage said in part:
	"My friends, I stand before you on
this occasion less with any thing in
the nature of a prepared sermon
than with a desire to be guided by
the spirit of the occasion. I pray that
my words may express truth to you,
above all. It has been somewhat ex-
plained to you what the nature of
this occasion is. Presumably the
greater number of those present are
comparative strangers to the religion
of the Latter-day Saints. The pur-
pose of this occasion is to permit
the strangers within our gates to be-
come acquainted with our faith. With
this in view I can do no better than
to take for my text the articles of
faith of the Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints. Permit me to ex-
[Column 2]
plain that the name applied to this
people by the world must be con-
strued in a sense as a 'nickname.'
The word 'Mormon' comes from the
Book of Mormon, a publication which
we believe to be a divinely inspired
record of God's children on this con-
tinent, just as the Bible is the his-
tory of God's hand dealings with his
people on the Eastern hemisphere. We
do not resent this name, but we do
desire it to be understood that the
proper name of this Church is the
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints, and is, as the name implies,
the Church of Jesus Christ and not
the church of Mormon, neither the
church of Joseph Smith, nor of any
man; but his church for whom it is
named. Our tenets have been em-
bodied in a set of articles of faith
which are accepted as doctrine by
the Church in general conference as-
sembled."
	Here the speaker read the articles
of faith and commenting upon them
said:
	"I take it that there are few
Christians who can take issue with
these statements in the main. You
will see by the first article that we
believe in the Holy Trinity. In the
literal interpretation of that truth
there may be some differences of
opinions. We believe that the Godhead
consists of three individuals, just as
distinct as any three individuals in
this audience. We believe that as man
is God once was, and that as God is
man may become.
	"We further believe that every man
must answer for his own sins; that
no man except Adam will have to an-
swer for what is known as Adam's
sin. The plan of the gospel is as broad
as the universe, and we believe that all
mankind may be saved by obedience
to the principles of the gospel.   We
hold that this life is but a link in eter-
nity, connecting  the eternities that are
to come. Regarding, as we do, the
Lord Jesus as the author of the plan
of salvation, we hold that he had a
right to name the conditions on which
we may be saved. The first principle 
he named is faith in God the Eternal
Father and in his Son, Jesus Christ;
second, repentance—true repentance,
which means a turning away from
sin: third, baptism by immersion for
the remission of sins; fourth, that
higher baptism which is spoken of in
the Scriptures, which gives to us the
right to enjoy the Holy Ghost as a
constant guide and companion. We
further believe that authority is nec-
essary to administer in the ordinances
of the gospel. We who are assem-
gled here could form a society, we
might even call it a church; we might
further name rules and regulations to
govern our conduct, but who dares,
without authority from heaven, to
take to themselves the right to act in
the name of God? You and I can do
God's service in the earth by doing
good and seeking to cause others to
do good, but when we come to per-
form the ordinances of God's Church

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we must have the authority to do so;
and so we believe that this authority
exists in the Church today, having
been given to Joseph Smith by mes-
sengers from heaven, and given by him
to his successors, by which it exists in
the Church today.
	"We believe in the same organization
that existed in the primitive Church. A
word about this primitive Church:
Christ established his Church upon the
earth in his day and set therein apos-
tles, prophets, pastors, teachers and so
forth. We read of a great falling away,
of a complete apostasy from this
Church; and we believe that having
been taken from the earth it has been
again restored in all its completeness
of organization; and thus we speak of
the primitive Church in contradistinc-
tion to the latter-day Church. But we do
believe that the organization of Christ's
Church today is the same as it was in
the days when Christ himself was on
the earth."
	The speaker said that limited time
would not permit him to go through
and analyze one by one the articles of
faith, but commending a few of the
remaining articles to the audience he
referred to the eighth article which
says, "We believe the Bible to be the
word of God as far as it is trans-
lated correctly; we also believe the
Book of Mormon to be the word of
God." In commenting on this tenet he
said: "We mean by that, the same
Bible that all Christians hold holy.
We believe that Bible to be a divinely
inspired record, to contain in part the
Gospel of Jesus Christ, and we are
more tolerant than the majority of
Christians in our interpretation of the
Scriptures. As to the Book of Mor-
mon, we also believe that to be the
word of God. It is additional Scrip-
ture, and not in any sense as supplant-
ing the Holy Bible."
	The speaker referred to the privilege
of worshiping God according to the
dictates of conscience. "We do not
ask this privilege–we claim it, and we
allow all men the same privilege as
that which we claim as our own."

[written text]
July4. Independence Day. Spent
the holiday with family.
Accompanied children to
Wandamere in afternoon.
The day was generally
observed here in accordance.

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with current public
agitation and opinions
in favor of the "Safe
and Sane Fowlty." Use
of firecrackers, firearms,
bombs etc. has been
forbidden by City ordinance
and the prevailing
quietness of the day is
in marked contrast with
the turmmoil of other years.
Firework displays are
permitted only by direct
authorization of the
Mayor. Fitting observance
was given by public
ceremonies in the parks.
July 7. Dispatches tell of
extreme heat in the
Middle and Eastern
States. Reports are to
effect that over 500
deaths and many times
that number of serious
prostrations have
occurred as direct results

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of the great heat and
humidity. In contrast
the conditions here in
Utah are pleasant.
Since my experience
in the east last month
I am able to appreciate
the contrast.
July 9. Sunday Delivered ad-
dress at morning prayer
meeting.
July 11. Today the Deseret Museum
reopened its doors to
the public. It is now
eight years since the
collections were boxed
and stored; and nearly
a year since we began
the removal to the
Vermont building, – the
present home of the
Museum. While the
exhibits are not in perfect
order, they are in good
presentable condition,
and the work of

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more throrough arrange-
ment and classification
will continue.
July 13. Gas Company's case was
resumed in State Court
today. I was on the witness
stand part of both
forenoon and afternoon.
" 14 Weather Bureau reports
this as the hottest day
of the summer this
far. Official record
gives 101°F as this after-
noons temperature. Spent
evening in park with
family.
" 15. Deseret Evening News
prints report of my
address in Tabernacle
on Sunday July 2, as
follows:–

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Latter-day Gospel in
	  Harmony With Bible
		  ———
Address Delivered at Salt Lake Tabernacle, Sunday,
			July 2, 1911, by
		DR. JAMES E. TALMAGE.
			     ————
			(Reported by F.W. Otterstrom.)
  My friends, I stand before you on this
occasion less with anything in the na-
ture of a prepared sermon than with an
earnest and prayerful desire to be in-
spired by the spirit of the occasion, that
the words I may utter may be fitting,
that they may be the means of an-
swering the inquiries in your hearts;
above all, that they may express the
truth, and should I by any mishap
present to you in the guise of truth
that which is not true, I pray that you
may have the spirit of discernment and
recognize the fault. For I would not
have you go hence, leaving upon me
the responsibility of having presented
error for truth.
  The somewhat special nature of this
service has been explained to you. Re-
member that we have come together in
a worshiping capacity on this the Sab-
bath of the Lord our God; and wor-
ship, as we know, consists of earnest-
ness, in rendering well deserved praise
unto our Lord, and in seeking to learn
his will. With our minds mellowed
and our hearts softened by the har-
mony of sweet sounds to which we
have listened, I take it that we cannot
be otherwise than in a worshiping
mood. Presumably, the greater num-
ber of those present are comparative
strangers to the faith of the Latter-
day Saints.
	PURPOSE OF SERVICE.
  As has been made plain unto you,
the purpose of this service is to per-
mit the stranger within our gates, our
visiting guests, to learn something of
our worship and of the plan of our
faith. With this in mind, I think that,
possibly, I cannot do better than pre-
sent for your consideration a synopti-
cal statement embodying the principal
tenets of the Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints, as set forth in what
is known as the articles of faith. Per-
mit me to explain that the name com-
monly given to this Church, and that
by which the people are known—the
"Mormon" Church—and its theology
[COLUMN 2]
and doctrines under the generic name
"Mormonism," must be regarded as in
a sense a nickname. The authorita-
tive and official and, as we reverently
believe, the divinely bestowed name of
the Church, is the Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints. The term
"Mormon" and its derivatives have
been applied to the Church and its
doctrines with reference to a certain
publication presented to the world, by
the Church, namely the Book of Mor-
mon, a modern translation of an an-
cient Scripture, giving the dealings of
God with his people on the western con-
tinent, even as the Jewish Scriptures,
known to us as the Holy Bible, give
to us an account of his dealings with
his people in the eastern world. Be-
cause of this publication and the name
it bears, this Church has come to be
known as the "Mormon" Church. Re-
member that the people do not resent
the name, though they regard its ap-
plication as somewhat unfortunate in
that it conveys to the less thoughtful
mind the thought that this is the
Church of Mormon. Mormon is a char-
acter described in the Book of Mormon,
one of the ancient prophets; whereas,
the vital and all essential point con-
nected with this Church, its establish-
ment, and its destiny, is that it is not
the Church of any man. It is not
Mormon's Church; it is not the Church
of Joseph Smith, nor of Brigham
Young, nor of any other of its leaders.
It professes to be not the Church of
Peter, of Moses, nor of John. Its na-
ture is proclaimed in its name—the
Church of Jesus Christ.
	    DOCTRINES ALIKE.
A careful study of its teachings will
convince you that there is more of re-
semblance than of difference between
the theology of this Church and what
is known as the theology of Christian-
ity in general. A very concise, though
of necessity incomplete, statement of
its teachings has been set forth and
published to the world under the name
of the Articles of Faith of the Church,
and these articles have been adopted by

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[left column]
the Church in solemn conference as-
sembled, as its guide, so far as they go.
I read to you:
	"We believe in God, the Eternal
Father, and in his Son, Jesus Christ,
and in the Holy Ghost.
	"We believe that men will be pun-
ished for their own sins and not for
Adam's transgression.
	"We believe that through the atone-
ment of Christ, all mankind may be
saved by obedience to the laws and
ordinances of the Gospel.
	"We believe that the first principles
and ordinances of the gospel are: First,
faith in the Lord Jesus Christ; second,
repentance; third, baptism by immer-
sion for the remission of sins; fourth,
laying on of hands for the gift of the
Holy Ghost.
	"We believe that a man must be
called of God by prophecy, and by the
laying on of hands, by those who are
in authority, to preach the gospel and
administer in the ordinances thereof.
	"We believe in the same organization
that existed in the primitive church,
namely: Apostles, prophets, pastors,
teachers, evangelists, etc.
	"We believe in the gift of tongues,
prophecy, revelation, visions, healing,
interpretation of tongues, etc.
	"We believe the Bible to be the word
of God, as far as it is translated cor-
rectly; we also believe the Book of
Mormon to be the word of God.
	"We believe all that God has re-
vealed, all that he does now reveal, and
we believe that he will yet reveal many
great and important things pertaining
to the kingdom of God.
	"We believe in the literal gather-
ing of Israel and in the restoration of
the ten tribes; that Zion will be built
upon this (the American) continent;
that Christ will reign personally upon
the earth; and that the earth will be
renewed and receive its paradisical
glory.
	"We claim the privilege of worship-
ing Almighty God according to the dic-
tates of our conscience, and allow all
men the same privilege, let them wor-
ship how, where, or what they may.
	"We believe in being subject to
kings, presidents, rulers, and magis-
trates, in obeying, honoring and sus-
taining the law.
	"We believe in being honest, true,
chaste, benevolent, virtuous, and in
doing good to all men; indeed, we may
say that we follow the admonition of
Paul. 'We believe all things, we hope
all things;' we have endured many
things, and hope to be able to endure
all things. If there is anything vir-

[right column]
tuous, lovely, or of good report, or
praiseworthy, we seek after these
things."

		BELIEF OF SAINTS.

	I take it that there are few among
thoughtful Christians, who will take
serious issue with many of the dec-
larations made in this brief statement
of faith of the Latter-day Saints.
You will see that we accept the holy
Trinity as the ruling power, the God-
head, omniscient, omnipotent. Perhaps
in connection with that first article–
"We believe in God the Eternal Father,
and in his Son, Jesus Christ, and in the
Holy Ghost"–this people may differ, in
the literalness with which they apply
that declaration, for we believe that
God is an individual personage in the
form and likeness of man, made per-
fect; that the Godhead consists of
three individuals, one in mind, one in
plan, and purpose, ever in agreement;
neverthless, three persons or person-
ages, individually separate and dis-
tinct, as truly so as are any three men
of earth. We believe that God the
Eternal Father has passed through a
stage of action analogous and similar
to that through which we are passing;
indeed, we go so far as to say, that as
man is, God once was; and as God is,
man may become. For this Church
proclaims the solemn truth that men
and women are the sons and daughters
of God; and that by the inviolable law
of nature, the offspring may become
like unto the parent. We believe it
possible, in the great eternities, that
are coming this way, for man to rise
above his frailties and put under his
feet his weaknesses, and even attain
the rank and dignity of godship.
	We further declare that we believe
in the free agency of man; that man
will be held accountable for his own
acts, punished by natural means and
causes, for his own sins, and that
neither you nor I, nor any other man
but Adam will be called upon to an-
swer for what is known as "Adam's
trangression." If, through the change
that was brought about by what we
call "the fall" you and I have been
brought into the world under condi-
tions associated with sin and tempta-
tion, all such will be taken into ac-
count in the great reckoning; but you
and I will have to answer for our
own deeds or misdeeds, and not for the
deeds or misdeeds of another. That
feature of our theology is extremely
simple.

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	   MEN MAY BE SAVED.

	As I have read to you, we further
declare that we believe that through
the atonement of Christ, all mankind
may be saved by obedience to the
laws and ordinances of the gospel.
Now, mark you, we are not univer-
salists, believing that in the great day
of reckoning, God will overlook and
put aside and belie his declaration
that every man shall give an account
of the deeds done in the body. We
believe that no misdeed was ever com-
mitted without leaving its wound or
its scar; that no man can escape the
natural results of his acts; but we do
believe it possible for any man who
will, to attain salvation in the pres-
ence of God, by complying with the
requirements which the Lord Jesus
Christ has laid down. Mark you, in
that declaration, we make no distinc-
tion between enlightened and ignorant,
between lettered and unlettered, be-
tween rich and poor, between white
and black. These conditions will all be
recognized and taken into account by
the great Judge; but the plan of sal-
vation is as wide as the world, reach-
ing back into all the centuries that
have passed, and reaching on through
all the times yet to be realized in
history. We are, therefore, tolerant,
because we believe that all mankind
belong to God as his children, born
under different conditions, in a rela-
tively fallen state; placed here for a
purpose, in this world which is but a
school, and this life which is but the
school period through which it is
necessary that we pass; that we may
be fitted for the greater duties that
lie beyond. We regard this life as but
a link connecting the eternities that
have gone with the eternities that
are coming; for we believe in the
literal pre-existence of our spirits. We
hold that the spirits of men existed as
individual intelligences before they
came and took upon themselves in-
dividual bodies here upon the earth,
and that these spirits shall live and
progress even after the body has gone
to decay. We believe in a literal res-
urrection, even as declared in the
Scriptures; but the significance of this
life is of importance to us. The great-
est birthright that the sons and
daughters of God have inherited from
their divine parents is the right to
be born in mortality and to pass
through this stage of experience and
preparation, whereby our powers may
be developed, our natures purified by 
trial and suffering, that we may be
the better prepared for higher duties
beyond the grave.

		FIRST PRINCIPLES.

	Regarding, as we do, the Lord Jesus
as the author of the plan of salva-
tion, recognizing him as one who
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one who was chosen and foreordain-
ed for that sacrifice, from before the
foundation of the world, we hold that
he had a right to prescribe the con-
ditions that are set forth as the first of
the essential principles and ordinances
of his gospel: Faith in him, as the
risen Lord, as the literal Son of God,
the Only Begotten in the flesh, as one
who passed through mortality even
as we are passing through mortality,
and who died and was resurrected
from the dead; then comes repent-
ance, genuine repentance, embracing
contrite sorrow for the sins we have
committed, and the turning away
from sin, with a determination that
with the help of God we will do bet-
ter; third, baptism as a means of
testifying unto him our sincerity,
baptism in the way, form, and man-
ner in which he ordained—by im-
mersion, as typical of death and burial
and by emergence from the water,
typical of the resurrection from the
dead; and fourth, that higher baptism
of which John the Baptist spoke
when he said, "I indeed baptize you
with water, but there cometh one
after me who is mightier than I,
whose shoes I am not worthy to bear;
He shall baptize you with fire and
with the Holy Ghost." Now, we hold
that if a man has faith in the Lord
Jesus, and does verily and truly re-
pent of his sins, seeking the truth,
he will be led to know the require-
ment of baptism, and under the in-
fluence of that spirit will comply
therewith.

	  AUTHORITY NECESSARY.

	We further say we believe that a
man must be called of God by prophecy
and by the laying on of hands to of-
ficiate in the ministry. We admit that
men may form any organizations they
choose among themselves; that it is
quite legal and proper, commendable
in fact, for men to band themselves
together for good purposes. For ex-
ample, we who are here assembled
could, if we would, here and now vote
to establish ourselves a certain organ-
ization—we may call it a society, if
we want to; we may call it a church,
to be known by any name we choose;
and while we could prescribe the con-
ditions of membershiup—and as long
as we do not make any requirement
that shall interfere with the liberty of
any one, we can prescribe what con-
ditions we think proper—I say while
all these things are possible, who dares
affirm that any body of men or all
mankind acting as a unit could es-
tablish an organization and originate
therein the power and authority of the
holy priesthood, giving them the right
to act in the name of God? We be-
lieve that authority to administer in
the ordinances of the gospel must be

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given by him who has promised to
recognize these ordinances; and we
hold that that authority is found, that
it is represented and personified by the
priesthood that has been established
of God upon the earth. Now, you and
I, each one of us, has the right to go
out and labor among our fellows,
teaching, preaching if you please, prin-
ciples that are good; and, verily, if we
do that, we shall not lose our reward,
for in so far as we try to uplift our fel-
lows and purify and better ourselves
we are doing God's service. Yet, we
cannot say that we have a right to ad-
minister in the sacred ordinances that
have been prescribed as the conditions
of salvation. It were a wonderful thing,
indeed, if by reading about the author-
ity which Christ gave to his apostles
of old, we could originate that author-
ity within ourselves; It would be a
case of spontaneous generation of
which scientists have never dreamed.
Therefore, we believe that there is an
authority in the Church, and that that
is God-given, heaven-bestowed, and
that official ordinances performed by
and through that authority will be
recognized of God.

		PRIMITIVE CHURCH.

	We declare that we believe in the
same organization that existed in the
primitive church. A word concerning
that primitive church. All Christians
believe that Christ established his
Church upon the earth in the period of
history which we call the meridian of
time. You know we are told that he
called certain men–fishermen from
their nets, men from different walks
of life: and of these he ordained 12
whom he called apostles, and he sent
them forth with authority to preach,
even as he was preaching; to admin-
ister, even as he was ministering; and
he told them: "Remember in your
ministerings, ye have received freely;
now, freely give; heal the sick, open
the eyes of the blind, unstop the ears
of the deaf, heal the halt and the
lame;" for this is a power belonging
to that priesthood. Now, we believe
that after he passed away from the
earth, after the dread scenes on Cal-
vary and the subsequent triumphs of
the resurrection and ascension, the au-
thority to carry on the work of the
Church remained with the apostles. We
believe that they called and ordained
other men to offices and established
various branches of the church, or va-
rious churches in the language of the
ancient Scriptures: but they also pre-
dicted a great falling away, even as
Christ had predicted it, a universal
apostasy, by which the church would
depart from the power of God, and
would lose the authority that had
made it the Church of Christ. Time
does not permit me to present to you
the Scriptural proof thereof. Read it

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for yourselves. Paul warned the peo-
ple of the great falling away: told them
of many scenes that would have to be
enacted before the second coming of
Christ; and the restoration of the
church was predicted in terms no less
certain than was the apostasy. This
Church proclaims the fact that the
authority of the holy priesthood has
been again restored in this day and
age, the day and age toward which the
prophets have been looking through
the vista of the departed centuries;
and hence we speak of the primitive
church in contradistinction with this
modern latter-day church.

	   ARTICLES OF FAITH.
	
	I shall not attempt to go through
and analyze for you all the declara-
tions embodied in the articles of faith
which I have read to you; but I single
out, for brief mention, one or more of
the rest. "We believe the Bible to be
the word of God;" and that means the
Holy Bible as it is known amongst all
Christendom. We take no exception
to it except as all believers may take
exception to admitted errors in trans-
lation; and in that respect I believe the
Latter-day Saints are even less critical,
less technical, and more liberal than
many other peoples. But we do not
believe that the Bible is the only
volume of Scripture. We believe that
many other volumes of Scripture will
yet come forth, embodying the revela-
tions of God unto his people in this
dispensation; and the Book of Mormon,
which is a modern translation of an-
cient records, is presented as evidence
and testimony of additional Scriptures.
Between the Bible and the Book of
Mormon there is no opposition. The
Book of Mormon is nothing more than
an account of the dealings of God, as
stated, with his people on the western
continent; and it is, at best, but an
additional or supplementary volume of
Scripture, and in no sense a substitute
for the Holy Bible.
	"We believe all that God has re-
vealed, all that he does now reveal,
and we believe that he will yet reveal
many great and important things per-
taining to the kingdom of God." Do
you take it to be in accordance with
the progressive spirit of the times, to
hold that God has spoken all that he
ever will speak? We do not believe that
the canon of Scripture is full, nor will
it be full as long as man lives in mor-
tality upon the earth; for God will be
continually revealing himself, making
known other truths, proclaiming him-
self, in other words; for the course of
mankind is upward and onward; and
there is no limit set to the progression
possible to the sons and daughters of
God.

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	A TOLERANT PEOPLE.

	You will note farther that this peo-
ple is professedly a tolerant people.
While we do not merely ask, and beg, 
and petition for the privilege of wor-
shiping God, but stand forward and
claim it, claim the right to worship
even as our consciences shall dictate,
we do declare that we believe all men
have the same right. Even the heathen
has the right to worship his idol if he
will, if that be the highest idea of
worship which has developed within
him. While we consider it our duty
to enlighten him, if we can; to reason
with him, if he be susceptible to rea-
son; to teach him something better; we
do not believe we have the right to in-
terfere with his worship, provided, of
course, his mode of worship interferes
with the worship of none others. Thus,
we are very tolerant and very liberal,
and we say to those of other sects:
You have the right to your belief, even
as we have a right to ours; and we
ask for ourselves no liberty, no privi-
lege which we are not willing to grant
unto you. And summing up, as our
time has practically passed, I com-
mend to you the declaration already
presented. We believe in a true re-
ligion, a religion of every-day life, a
religion that consists of something
more than wordy prayer. We believe
that prayers which are expressed in
deeds are very much more effective
than those that are made of such
flimsy stuff as words. We do not be-
lieve simply in praying for the poor.
We believe in going and helping them
with our substance, as is illustrated by
the setting apart of this the first Sab-
bath of the month, as a day of fasting
and prayer, during which we are ex-
pected to give unto the poor that which
we would have consumed had we not
observed the day as a fast day and
as much more as we can give. Why,
you know, we plain, simple-minded,
non-progressive people believe that the
Lord will not listen favorably to our
petitions if, mingled with our wordy
prayers, the cry of the poor and the
hungry comes up to him from the
places where we live.
	We believe in being honest, not as
a policy, not because we want to make
something by it, but because we love
honesty, and because we know that our
Father is honest; and we want, some
day, to be able to sit down in his pres-
ence. We believe in being true, chaste
—in thought and action—benevolent,
virtuous, and in doing good to all men,
whether they believe as we do or not.
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made known to his people, and we hope
for the consummation of his great pur-
poses. If there be anything virtuous,
lovely or of good report, or praise-
worthy, we profess it to be our duty to
seek after these things.
	My friends, is there anything terri-
ble, horrible, revolting, in that system
of religion? Is "Mormonism" such a
frightful thing, after all? The man
who is faithful and true to the require-
ments of the gospel of Christ, embodied
in this Church, will be a benefactor to
his kind, will be doing the service of
God, will be honoring his Maker. May
the grace of God be with you, and be
with us all, to make known and make
clear unto us our duties with respect
to our Maker, with respect to our fel-
low men, and with respect to ourselves,
I ask, in the name of the Lord Jesus,
Amen.

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July 16. Sunday. In the evening
officiated by appointment
as Home Missionary in the
12th 13th Ward.
" 22. The past week has been
entirely devoted to Museum
work. This evening's issue
of the Deseret News contains
an editorial on the views
expressed by Dr. Parkhurst
concerning my address in
the Tabernacle, July 2. The
article follows:

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PARHURST ON "MORMONISM."
		    ———
	In the New York Evening Journal of
July 13, we find a short article on Salt
Lake City, said to be "written by Dr.
C. H. Parkhurst. It is adorned with
his portrait and bears his signature,
and gives the impression that it con-
tains the personal observations of the
noted divine while on a recent visit to
this City.
	We do not remember having heard
that Dr. Parkhurst has favored the
City with his presence, recently, and
inquiries have elicited the information
that prominent clergymen, who would
be likely to know, are equally ignor-
ant on the subject. So, if the great
reformer passed through here he must
have come and gone as a "thief in the
night," figuratively speaking. This
is a pity. For we might have had
the privilege of hearing him speak in
one of the magnificent churches of the
City, or in the Tabernacle. If he was
not here, how does it happen that an
article appears in a New York paper
on Salt Lake, over his signature?

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	Dr. Parkhurst says he visited the
Tabernacle. The date is not given, but
it was, presumably, on the second of
this month, when Dr. James E. Tal-
mage was the speaker. Dr. Park-
hurst, in the article, says "the ob-
jectionable features of the system
were kept under cover," and "there was
hardly a word spoken that would have
offended any most extreme Protestant
or Catholic." He goes on to say that
the speaker "gave us just so much of
the Mormon creed as he thought would
be congenial to the taste of his evan-
gelical hearers." Then he tries the
hypothetical style of argument, as fol-
lows: "If what he gave us was all
there was to Mormonism, there would
be no need of Mormonism, for other
churches would answer the entire pur-
pose. And if, on the contrary, he
gave to us only so much as he thought
would bait us, he was a trickster and
a pulpit fraud, and the whole business
a lie."

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	This is most extraordinary logic. Dr.
Parkhurst,–taken it for granted that
the article is his–censures Dr. Talmage
for not giving, in an address lasting
half an hour, "all there was to Mor-
monism." Could Dr. Parkhurst in the 
same length of time give all there is to
Presbyterianism? Mr. C. H. Spurgeon
used to caution his students against
condemning a potato patch for not giv-
ing cabbages, and we recommend this
advice to Dr. Parkhurst. He himself
might give an excellent discourse and
yet not get in all there is to say, and
it would be ungenerous to condemn him
as a trickster and a pulpit fraud on
that account. A sermon, we believe,
should be judged according to its ac-
tual contents and not be condemned for
what it does not contain.
	But the really extraordinary criti-
cism of Dr. Parkhurst is the following:
"There was hardly a word spoken that
would have offended any most extreme
Protestant or Catholic."
	We printed the sermon in full, on
the 15th of this month. The subject
was the harmony of the Gospel with
the Bible, and the speaker stated,
briefly but with his usual clearness and
force, what the Latter-day Saints be-
lieve. These are some of the points
made:
	"We believe in God the Eternal Fath-
er, and in His Son, Jesus Christ, and
in the Holy Ghost"–this people may
differ, in the literalness with which they
apply that declaration, for we believe
that God is an individual personage
in the form and likeness of man, made
perfect; that the Godhead consists of
three individuals, one in mind, one in
plan and purpose, ever in agreement;
nevertheless, three persons or person-
ages, individually separate and dis-
tinct, as truly so as are any three men
on earth. We believe that God the
Eternal Father has passed through a
stage of action analogous and similar
to that through which we are passing;
indeed, we go so far as to say, that as
man is, God once was; and as God is,
man may become. For this Church
proclaims the solemn truth that men
and women are the sons and daughters
of God; and that by the inviolable law
of nature, the offspring may become
like unto the parent."
			*  *  *
	"We further say we believe that a
man must be called of God by prophecy
and by the laying on of hands to of-
ficiate in the ministry."
	       		 *  *  *
	"We declare that we believe in the
same organizations that existed in the
primitive church."

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			 *  *  *
	"We believe all that God has re-
vealed, all that he does now reveal,
and we believe that he will yet reveal
many great and important things per-
taining to the kingdom of God." Do
you take it to be in accordance with
the progressive spirit of the time, to
hold that God has spoken all that he
ever will speak? We do not believe
that the canon of Scripture is full, nor
will it be full as long as man lives,
making known other truths proclaim-
ing himself, in other words; for the
course of mankind is upward and on-
ward; and there is no limit set to
the progression possible to the sons
and daughters of God."
	Such were the statements of belief
made by Dr. Talmage. And Dr. Park-
hurst says: "There was hardly a word
spoken that would offend any most ex-
treme Protestant or Catholic."
	Dr. Talmage, it seems, succeeded
thoroughly in presenting the harmony
of the Gospel with the Bible, since so
astute critic as Dr. Parkhurst
failed to find anything in the faith
as explained offensive to either Protest-
ant or Catholics.
	This is an endorsement indeed.

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July 23. Sunday. By request
I went to Ogden and
delivered the afternoon
address at the Utah
Cha<u>tauqua Assembly. This
is the first assembly held
in Utah under Chautauqua
auspices, and a ten-day
program was announced.
Apostle David O. McKay
was announced as the
speaker for this after-
noon's session, but owing
to his having recently
suffered an accident
(a broken leg) he was
disabled and by the
request of the authorities
I took his place. Returned
home by evening train.
" 24. Pioneer day. The Deseret
Museum was kept open
all day for the accom-
modation of visitors, and
I was on duty.

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July 26. Went to Heber City by train,
thence to Midway in
company with Gen. E. A.
Wedgewood of the law-
firm Thurman & Wedgewood.
Took quarters at Hot
Pots hotel, and did
some preliminary work
in connection with water-
supply case.
" 26 <27> Day spent in Snake
Canyon and at Mountain
Lake mine.
"28 Work continued.
" 29. Returned to Salt Lake City.
" 31. Left by midnight train
northward bound.
Aug. 1 Arrived at Montpelier Idaho,
9.30 a.m. Proceeded imme-
diatelt horseback to Bern,
and found Mr. Christian
Kunz, on whose farm
a discovery of large bones
has been recently reported.
Bro. Kunz was very
courteous. He showed me

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bones and teeth already
excavated weighing several
hundred pounds. These
I recognize as remains
of a good sized mam-
moth. The discovery was
made in a sand ridge
through which a cut
has recently been made
for a canal. During the
afternoon I worked with
Bro. Kunz, his three sons,
and one other digger,
and we unearthed
ten additional bones.
Concluded negotiations for
the purchase of the
skeleton with arrange-
ments for the additional
excavation work neces-
sary. Such bones as have
been taken out are to
be shipped at once.
Rode back to Mont-
pelier, and caught
night train. Went on

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1911.
				

to Pocatello where I took
southbound train at
Aug 2. 2.30 a.m. Arrived in
Salt Lake City 7.40 a.m.
A quick and very suc-
cessful journey.
" 3. This evenings "Deseret 
News" contains an
editorial based on
certain recent reports
regarding the alleged
ancient "relics" found
in Michigan. The
editorial is in a sense
non-commital, nevertheless
it emphasizes the par-
allelism between these
finds and the Book of
Mormon. I have become
thoroughly convinced that
in these "finds" we have
to deal with a forgery
on a big scale. Had
long interviews with
First Presidency and with
the "News" editor.

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Aug. 4. A second editorial ap-
pears in the "News" this
evening, presenting the
other side of the
question.
" 5. In the "Deseret News"
of this date appears an
article over my own
signature on the subject
of the Michigan "relics".
Pictures of some of
the articles taken out by
myself are published for the
first time. The article,
omitting pictures, is
appended. I incorporate
it here in view of
repeated reference to
the subject in earlier
pages of my Journal:-

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INTEREST in the alleged archaeolog-
gical discoveries in Michigan has
become very general of late, as
shown by extended mention of re-
cent finds published in the papers of
Detroit, Chicago, and other cities. It
will be of interest to the people of
Utah to know that Dr. James E. Tal-
mage has given attention to this mat-
ter, and for over two years past has
been engaged in an investigation
thereof. He has made several visits to
Detroit, which appears to be the chief
center of the region within which
these finds have been made, and,
furthermore, has conducted excava-
tion work himself and has removed
from the earth with his own hands
a number of articles which, if gen-
uinely ancient, would have to be
classed among the most astounding
archaeological discoveries in America.
It will be seen, however, that Dr.
Talmage unhesitatingly pronounces
these finds as forgeries and frauds as
does Dr. Starr of the Chicago uni-
versity, although Prof. Kinnamen de-
clares his firm belief in their genuine-
ness. We are particularly fortunate in
being permitted to publish pictures of
some of the articles taken from the
mounds by Dr. Talmage, and in pre-
senting herewith an account of part
of the work he has done in the line
of this investigation.

	   DR. TALMAGE'S STATEMENT

	"My attention was first drawn to
the alleged archaeological relics in
Michigan during the summer of 1909,
in the course of a conversation with
Dr. W. C. Mills, state archaeologist of
Ohio. In thus becoming acquainted
with the matter at so late a date, I
confess I was sadly behind the times
as I have since learned that discov-
eries of this kind have been made at
intervals for more than twenty years
past. From Dr. Mills, I learned the
names of parties residing in Detroit
whose interest in this work has been
demonstrated by long and persistent
work. The parties referred to are
those whose names have been exten-
sively used of late in the newspaper
reports of recent developments, speci-
fically Mr. Daniel E. Soper and Rever-
end James Savage, dean of the Holy
Trinity church of Detroit. Through
the courtesy of Mr. Soper, I obtained
blue prints and photographs of tab-
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etc., all of them bearing inscriptions
and all said to have been unearthed
from burial mounds within the state
of Michigan. Father Savage also had
a very large collection of these ob-
jects. At the invitation of these gen-
tlemen, I went to Detroit in the lat-
ter part of November, 1909, and was
accorded the privilege of examining
the great array of artifacts which
they had brought together.
	"I suggested the advisability of my
personal examination of some of the
mounds, and Mr. James Scotford was
named to me as a man whose service
it would be well for me to secure in
the work of excavation. This man
has also been prominently mentioned
in recent newspaper reports and I
can therefore use his name without
reserve. I had previously learned
that Scotford had proved himself the
one successful digger in the search
for these alleged ancient relics and I
have since become convinced that
practically all of the articles that have
been unearthed have been founf by
Scotford and certain members of his
family, or by others closly associat-
ed with him.
	"However, I deliberately decided to
follow the suggestion of employing
Scotford, and on Nov. 15, 1909. I ac-
companied him and Mr. Daniel E. Soper
to a tract of woodland a few miles
from the center of Detroit. Here we
found a number of small mounds
scarcely more prominent than graves in
a cemetery. Scotford selected one of
these, and after I had made a super-
ficial examination which failed to re-
veal any signs of recent disturbance,
he began to dig into the central part
of the mound. Within a few minutes,
there was exposed a sharp point of
what seemed to be an implement of
copper, and this I removed with my
own hands. It proved to be a thin
copper ax with 7¾ inches as the great-
est length. It bore on one face an in-
scription including a combination of
characters which appear on every one
of the 'relics' thus far unearthed
The ax is illustrated herein by figure 3.
From another mound the copper knife
shown in figure 4 was taken. This is
7 inches in greatest length and there
is the ever-present character, together
with a cross. By the way, the mark
which appears on all the relics has been
spoken of as the 'tribal' mark and for
convenience, will be referred to as such
herein.

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SLATE LET FOUND.

	"From another mound, also selected
by Mr. Scotford and opened by him, I
took out a tablet of black slate. (See
figure 2.) This is 10½ inches in length
by 4½ inches in width and about 6-16
of an inch in thickness. It is inscribed
on either side with both pictographs
and hieroglyphs. From the same mound
I took a small pendant of slate 4½
inches long by 1¾ inches wide and less
than ¼ inch in thickness. This is per-
forated near one end and is inscribed
on either side. Another object taken
from this mound is a broad knife made
of slate and seemingly adapted for
use as a skinning knife. This is about
7 inches in length and 2½ inches wide,
and bears, in addition to the tribal
mark, a pictograph of a hunter in con-
flict with a huge animal of nondescript
outline; and a human head, with head-
gear suggestive of a modern soldier of
France.

	      LARGE SLATE TABLET.

	"The most remarkable find, however,
was a large slate tablet taken from
another mound, small and isolated.
This tablet is of gray slate, a little
over 11½ inches long and 9½ inches
wide, and about 6-16 of an inch in thick-
ness. This is shown in figure 1. One
side consists of pictographic outlines
representing the story of the Noachian
flood, the general features of which
are in accordance with the account
given in Genesis. On the reverse side
is a calendar circle with 13 divisions
suggesting the Maya calendar of 13
lunar months, and a battle scene be-
tween two companies, the fighters on
one side being distinguished by helmets
and using for weapons bows and ar-
rows; the warriors on the other side
wearing headgear of feathers and
armed with spears. Between the con-
tending parties, a peace-maker is prom-
inently displayed; and the death of one
of the leaders is depicted with indica-
tions of the month and the specific
phase of the moon marking  date of the
occurrence. The tribal mark appears
at the top of the tablet.

	   PICTURE OF THE FLOOD.
	
	"The obverse side, telling the story
of the deluge, is not hard to decipher
as far as the pictographic record goes.
The other characters are as yet of hid-
den meaning. This inscription is laid

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off in five parallel zones or panels. The
top zone tells of the preaching of Noah
with the all-seeing eye attesting the
divinity of his mission; with the re-
jection of the message by a crowned
figure. The second zone shows the ris-
ing waters with men and animals
struggling in the floods and buildings
being submerged. The third panel
shows an ark afloat with the dove sent
out upon the waters and two rectangles
of 40 divisions each indicating 40 days
and 40 nights during which the waters
prevailed. The sun is rising from the
waters, seemingly indicating that relief
is promised. In the fourth panel, the
sun of prosperity is fully risen, the ark
has come to rest and the animals are
marching out after their long impris-
onment; while four human figures, one
of which is evidently the leader, are
shown in the attitude of giving thanks.
This, of course, is supposed to represent
Noah and his three sons. The bottom
panel depicts the rainbow with an in-
scription which may indicate the cov-
enant of the Lord to the effect that
he would not again overwhelm the
earth by water.

	     OTHER DISCOVERIES.
	
	"The objects described above repre-
sent the sum total of finds made in
my presence. As stated before, my
excavation was begun on Nov. 15, 1909;
three of the objects were taken from
the earth on that day and the other
three on the 18th of the same month. I
have described only the objects taken
from the earth by myself; no descrip-
tion is given of the hundreds of ob-
jects in the collection of Mr. Soper
and Father Savage. Since the time of
my visit, an illustrated booklet has
been published by Mr. Rudolph Etzen-
houser, who, as I have since ascertain-
ed, is a missionary of the Re-organ-
ized Church of Latter-day Saints. This
booklet consists of 44 pages of engrav-
ings, showing objects of slate, copper
and clay. Out of ten large tablets
therein depicted, eight portray the
story of the deluge.
	"Needless to say were these objects
what they purport to be, viz., genuine
archaeological relics, their discovery
must be considered as marking one
of the most important developments
in American archaeology. They tell

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[left column]
the story of an ancient people with
Caucasian features, civilized and cul-
tured, well versed in mathematics and
astronomy, and in possession of sev-
eral books of ancient Jewish scripture.
Their civilization speaks of Egyptian
and Hebrew customs, and is to be ex-
plained only by the theory of their
having migrated to this continent from
the east. Living at the same time, in
the same region, is a people of lower
culture with physiognomy similar to
that of the Indian tribes and in a state
of emnity and continuous warfare in
their relations with the people of high-
er type.
	"Every student of the Book of Mor-
mon will recognize a striking parallel-
ism between the history revealed by
these alleged records of the past and
the Book of Mormon story itself. The
tablets unearthed in Michigan suggest
in outline the centuries of conflict be-
tween the Nephites and the Laman-
ites and finally the extermination of
the Nephite peoples.

	    CONFLICTING OPINIONS.

	"Now as to the genuineness of these
finds, much has been written and said.
Prof. Francis W. Kelsey, of the Uni-
versity of Michigan, pronounced them
spurious and denounced them as for-
geries in the early months of 1908. Since
that other archaeologists have joined
Prof. Kelsey in such denunciation. On
the other hand, some whose opinions
must be considered as of value. have
declared them genuine. Among men of
the latter class is Prof. J. O. Kinnaman,
editor-in-chief of the American Anti-
quarian and Oriental Journal, published
at Benton Harbor, Michigan. In the
Chicago Examiner of Sunday, July 23,
appears an elaborately illustrated ar-
ticle embodying what purports to be a
detailed endorsement by Prof. Kinna-
man, in which he declares the Michigan
relics to be genuine beyond question.
As the utterances ascribed to Prof.
Kinnaman in that writing are not at-
tested by his signature, it may not be
wholly fair to hold him accountable
for all that is there said. In a personal
letter to myself, dated July 19, Prof.
Kinnaman positively declares for the
genuineness of the relics and states
that he speaks on the basis of experi-
ence extending back to 1889.

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"According to the Detroit papers,
Prof. Frederick Starr, dean of the de-
partment of American archaeology and
anthropology in the University of Chica-
go, was in Detroit engaged in the in-
vestigation of the relics as late as July
24 of this year.
	"Within a few days after the visit
of Prof. Starr, the Detroit papers gave
space to purported interviews with that
gentleman in which he discredits the
alleged relics without modification or
question.

	   ARCHAEOLOGICAL FRAUD.

	"In my own investigation, I have
endeavored to maintain a strictly ju-
dicial and unbiased condition of mind
and to carefully consider and weigh
the evidence on both sides. For
considerably over a year past, I have
been convinced that the evidence of
forgery was increasing, and that we
have to deal in these Michigan relics
with an archaeological fraud on a
large scale. I am convinced that these
articles are manufactured with intent
to deceive, and that they are dug up as
occasion seems to demand. In mak-
ing this statement, I refrain from any
attempt to name or indicate the par-
ties actually responsible for this for-
gery, though from the evidence I have
gathered within the last few weeks,
specifically in the course of a visit
to Detroit in the month of June last,
I am sure that I know who some of
these parties are. I agree with the
spirit of certain recent newspaper re-
ports ascribed to Prof. Starr, to the
effect that certain of the Detroit col-
lectors, notably Reverend Dean Sav-
age, and Mr. R. Etzenhouser, appear
to be absolutely innocent of any in-
tentional fraud in the matter and are
to be regarded as innocent victims of a
wholesale forgery.

		EVIDENCES OF FRAUD.

	"Among the facts, the consideration
of which have led to my conclusions re-
garding the fraudulent character of
these finds, are the following:
	"(1). According to the evidence I have
been able to gather, practically all the
discoveries of relics thus far reported
have been made by James O. Scotford
or by his son-in-law, Scoby, or by
parties who, like myself, have been
operating under the guidance of the
men named. Now, were these 'relics'
actually of ancient burial and as gen-
erally distributed as reports of the
finds would indicate, there would sure-
ly be some discoveries by accident. On
the other hand, discoveries are made
by parties who go into the field for
the purpose and, as far as I know, by
none others. A few weeks after the

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unearthing of the six pieces by my-
self, as described above, I returned to
Detroit and, with the assistance of
others, opened 22 mounds in the imme-
diate vicinity of those in which my
finds had been made, without finding
a single additional piece. Of course,
this is but negative evidence, but such
evidence sometimes becomes of pri-
mary importance. Moreover, such evi-
dence, when cumulative, may become
convincing. My experience in this line
is that of others who have undertaken
independent investigation.
	"(2) The conditions of the burial
are such as to practically preclude
interment centuries ago, as the
claims of great age for these relics
must imply. The objects are generally
found within a foot or two feet of the
surface. I have heard of no credible
or well attested instances of acciden-
tal uncovering whereby any object
has been exposed through nature's
weathering except such discoveries as
have been made by parties well known
to be skilled in making these finds.
Nevertheless did these objects exist
by the hundreds in these little mounds
and within so short a distance of the
surface, it passes belief that they
should never be uncovered except by
pre-arranged digging. Moreover, there
is absolutely no evidence that appeals
to me as indicating that these lit-
tle mounds are burial spots. It has
been assumed that these relics were
buried with the dead, and the area
within which they are found has been
referred to as a great necropolis. Yet
not even a single tooth has been found
to mark the presence of a buried
body.
CORRODED BY CHEMICALS.
"(3) The freshness amounting to
practical newness of the exhumed ob-
jects examined by me; is entirely in-
consistent with any claim of great
antiquity. Some of the slate tablets I
have see and handled are so fresh
as to suggest that they left the mak-
er's hands as late as yesterday. The
lines made by the graving tools, when
examined microscopically, show frac-
tures therein. The copper pieces,
while generally green with verigris,
have evidently been corroded by
rapid chemical processes and not by
the slow process of time. The corrod-
ed layer on every copper piece I
have seen is thin and non-adherent,
rapidly weaing off, even with the
most careful handling and leaving a
surface clean and smooth except for
the slight roughness produced by
chemical action.
	"(4) Examination of the copper out
of which these articles are fashioned,
shows it to be ordinary commercial
copper, smelted from sulphur bearing
and arsenical ores and not the native
copper such as the coppers taken from
genuine ancient mounds in this coun-
try are known to be. This conclusion
as to the character of the copper is
based on chemical analyses made here
and elsewhere, and on conductivity de-
terminations made at the Smithsonian
Institution, Washington.
	"(5) The way in which the pieces of
slate and copper have been fashioned
indicates their modern origin. On the
edge of the copper battle ax unearthed
by myself, the equi-distant and regular
lines of a modern file are plainly seen.
On the edges of the tablet of black 
slate, the marks of a modern saw are
still intact.
	"These are a few of the specific evi-
dences of fraud in this attempt to make
modern fabrications appear as ancient
artifacts. In this brief writing, I shall
attempt no analysis of the inscriptions;
nor of the written characters, except
to say that I find characters resembling
those on the ancient Moabite Stone and
some resembling characters on Ice-
landic Rune stones, as also many com-
binations of cuneiform characters to be
found in certain pictures of ancient
tablets. I refrain from discussing the
possible motive by which the forgers
have been moved in their dishonest en-
terprise, and of the methods by which
they have worked, though I have in
contemplation possible publication of a
fuller treatment of the subject."
				J. E. TALMAGE.

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1911
Aug. 6. Sunday. Fast Day. Wife and <
>
I attended morning meeting
in Temple. Prior to this,
however, I had attended the
morning prayer meeting.
" 12. Week has been devoted to
plentiful work in the
Museum. In this evening's
"Deseret News" appears an
open letter addressed to myself,
regarding the "Michigan
Relics." I append clipping:

	Those Spurious Michigan Finds
----------------------------------------------------------------------
Miss Miriam Brooks Adds to the Proof of the Fraud in the
	Artifacts Taken From Mounds in the Vicinity
				of Detroit, Michigan
[column 1]
  Following the publication by The
News last Saturday of Dr. James E.
Talmage's article on the spurious
"archaeological" finds in Michigan,
Miss Miriam Brooks has written a
letter to Dr. Talmage through the col-
umns of The News. In concluding his
article last week, Dr. Talmage said that
space limitations prevented a further
analysis or discussion of the subject
at the time, but that in the future such
further treatment was probable. It
may be that the points covered in the
letter which follows would have been
in Dr. Talmage's further discussion
of the subject, together with others
requiring much effort. Miss Brooks'
and further adds to the evidence of
the spurious nature of the "finds."
Her letter follows:
[column 2]
	Silver Lake, Utah, Aug. 8, 1911.
Dr. James E. Talmage, Salt Lake City,
	  Utah:
	Dear Sir—Having been very much in-
terested in your article on the archaeo-
logical finds in Michigan, in The Sat-
urday News, I would like to suggest
a piece of evidence which I think is
very strong against their being genu-
ine.
  The drawing is not that of ancient
Hebrews and Egyptians.  While the
figures, objects and hieroglyphics chos-
en and their strange mode of arrange-
ment is somewhat similar to the kinds 
of things the ancients drew, the draw-
ing of them is not at all like that of
the ancients. The old Egyptians and
Hebrews made strange figures, wooden
in appearance, and not greatly resem-
bling human beings or animals as
they are; but the way in which they
were drawn in perfection of line and

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design has been unsurpassed in any
art of any age. These drawings on
the newly found slates, as indicated
by the newspaper reproductions, are
nothing but "hen scratches," with no
pretense to any kind of beauty or de-
sign. The art of the ancients was so
one with their religion, that every line
and figure was drawn and composed
with the greatest kind of religious care
and feeling. Each picture was a de-
sign so perfect in every detail of com-
position that they have been used as
models throughout the ages since. In
these slates there is no good element
of design at all—merely an attempt at
grotesque arrangement of certain
groups scarcely resembling the ancient
drawings even in absurdity or native
primitiveness. 
	Taking the first slate (Fig. 1) show-
ing the story of Noah and the Ark.
The marginal lines of this drawing
have been ruled, in places over or
double ruled and the corners overlap
each other. Such slovenliness is not to
be found in ancient art. That alone
would condemn it. Some of the panel
lines too, run over into the margin and
the inner marginal line is ruled with-
out a break past the panel lines. Such
a detail in bad drawing, I think, is not
to be found in old hieroglyphics. The
Egyptian or Hebrew would probably
have done thus: made the panels each
a separate rectangle with the corners
well joined and then drawn the mar-
ginal line around them. It would have
made the same effect of double lining.
Taking the figures in the first panel:
that the king at the right is not
even a good school-boy drawing. They
made a mistake in putting a modern
coat on him with a long, straight
sleeve and a crown like that of Queen
Victoria. The man in the left corner,
supposedly Noah preaching, is decided-
ly dressed in a modern coat; one leg
is knickerbockered and the other is
trowsered; one arm is half grown and
the other is full grown. When an
Egyptian made arms and legs he made
them stiff and conventional but he
made them uniform. All the other
hieroglyphics are helter-skelter and
scratchy, having no conventionality or
pretense to design whatever.
	The second panel is too ridiculous.
The building is a cross between an
old German or English castle and a New
York sky-scraper. The man who drew
the drowning figures evidently had for
his ideal the funny sheet of the Sun-
day paper; in fact the whole thing be-
longs to that class; a class of art in
which, if an ancient should have in-
dulged, he would most assuredly have
been put to death. Their drawings
were their sacred records. The repre-
sentation of water in Egyptian art
formed a particularly beautiful and
conventional part of their designs; as
did also the sun and the sun's rays;
and their arks bear no resemblance
whatever to a modern street car afloat.
The doorway in the ark of these slates
in semi-rectangular in one corner and
arched in the other. They strove to be
more convincing; and made either an
arch beautiful in proportion and curve,
or a rectangle well joined at the cor-
ners. My technical knowledge is very
limited, but I believe they used the
arch somewhat. All the other draw-
ings, as represented in these reproduc-
tions, are on a par with the first two
panels. The figures representing ideal
images are particularly ridiculous—or
I should say, particularly bad, and
ridiculous to suppose that the ancients
could have been guilty of them. In
the helmets there has been no attempt
made or care taken to make perfect
and regular spaces between the lines
—they have been scratched off in a
hurry and nowhere in the slates is
there any evidence of number having
been taken into account. With the
ancients, every number had a mystic
significance, and in their hieroglyphics,
not only was every line religiously
made beautiful; but each line and
number of lines had a particular re-
ligious and mystic meaning, and their
designs are carefully worked out ac-
cording to these numbers and their
various meanings. Nothing was ever
so scratched that they might be any
number, having no meaning. In fact,
there is no line in an ancient record
drawing, not even those of mere orna-
ment, which does not have some impor-
tance.
	The ancient drawings were stiff and
conventional and perhaps crude in
being unnatural—but as for beauty
of line and space, and uniformity and
perfect balance of figures in design
and composition, they represent part
of the fine art of all ages. No Egyp-
tian or ancient Hebrew could possibly
have created the sorry "Hooligan"
Indian with the splintered sky-rocket
spear represented as killing the ten-
year-old school-boy's helmeted man
on the war story side of the large
slate. When an Egyptian drew any-
thing at all, he drew it well according
to their standards. There were no
helter-skelter dabblers in art in those
days. Drawing was the result of their
life; it was not only one with their
religion; but it was the historical rec-
ord of their religion and of the life
of their nation, and all the dignity of
their earnest purpose and love was
put into each slate —and these were
made only by the educated ones.
	The man who made these counter-
feits did not study carefully enough
the real archaeological slates and the
art that is in them. In trying to
imitate these, he evidently saw them
as nothing more than queer stuff
made most any old way.
	Hoping that this cuggestion may
prove of some value to you, I am
                        Respectfully yours,
                               MIRIAM BROOKS

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[Next paragraph is labeled "Aug" in left margin]
14. - Monday: My opinion as to
Miss Brooks's communication
appeared in the "Deseret News"
of this date as follows:

[The following newspaper clipping attached to page]
DR. TALMAGE IN ACCORD.

Views on Spurious Michigan Slates
	Concurred in by Scientist.

		Salt Lake City, Aug. 14, 1911.
Editor Deseret News:
	I have read with interest the open
letter from Mrs. <Miss> Miriam Brooks, ad-
dressed to myself, and published in
your issue of Saturday last, August 12;
and I beg to say that I am in hearty
accord with the observations and con-
clusions given by the writer.
	I remember that early last week the
lady talked with me by long distance
'phone from Brighton and specifically
inquired as to whether the illustrations
that appeared with my article in The
Deseret News of August 5, were repro-
duction of photographs or of free-hand
drawings. On my assuring her that
the pictures were photographic repro-
ductions, she told me of her conclusion
as to the spurious character of the
relics as determined by the inscriptions
themselves. I knew nothing as to her
specific reasons until I read the lady's
letter in your columns.
	I agree with Mrs. <Miss> Brooks in every
point she makes, and I regard her
treatment of the subject as concise and
conclusive. Respectfully,
				J. E. TALMAGE.

[The following is written sideways left of above article]
I wrote "Miss"; the News
editor changed this to "Mrs."
As correspondence will show,
"Miss" is correct.
[Next paragraph is labeled "Aug. 21." in left margin]
Since last entry have been
busy every day in Museum
routine. This evening
Wife and Baby left for
an outing at Alpine. Only
Paul and I are left at home,—
— or rather at the house.

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Aug. 27	Sunday. Went down to visit
Wife and children at Alpine.
Went to American Fork by
morning train; thence to
Alpine by buggy through
courtesy of Bro. Banks
(our nephew-in-law). Arrived
shortly after Sunday School
opening. Found a ward
Sunday School conference
in progress. Made a brief
address after conclusion of
the pre-arranged program,
Only when Sunday School
was over did I have a
chance to meet the folks.
Wife is here, as are also
Lucile, Helen, and Baby John.
I have suffered so much 
from home-sickness that
this may be a said to
be a selfish visit of mine.
It is certainly a pleasant
one.
	Wife and I attended afternoon
service, and by request I

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was the speaker. Then followed
a pleasant gathering of
relatives. The old home, in
which beloved Maia was
born is in process of
demolition I am thankful
that a photograph was
taken before the work of
dismantling was begun.
A copy is appended:—

[A photograph of a house attached to page]

In the evening a missionary
street meeting was held,—
this, as I am informed in ac-
cordance with a prescribed

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plan for all the wards of
Alpine Stake. The meeting
was conducted by returned
missionares; the speakers
were elders and one sister
who have seen long service
in the field. Then, it was
announced that one was
present, who had just
arrived - "fresh from Zion,"
and I was called from
the standing audience.
My address was brief.
     Wife, Baby John, and I
were entertained at the
home of Bro. & Sis. J. Wilford
Booth - both of whom
have seen long service
in the missionary field
in Turkey. The others of
our flock were cared for
at the home of Uncle Chris
and Aunt Maggie Hackett.
Aug.28. Wife and I drove to
American Fork, and I
took noon train to Salt

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Lake City. On arrival home
I found that Karl had
already returned. Paul, Karl,
and I are now at the 
house; the others are yet
to come.
Aug.30. Wife and children - Elsie,
Lucile, Helen, and Baby
John, arrived home today.
We are all at home again,
except Sterling.
Sept.1. Attended funeral services
over the remains of Edgar
Howe my uncle by mar-
riage. He was the hus-
band of my father's young-
est sister - Annie Augusta,
who died several years
ago. Uncle Edgar died
August 29, at the home
of his daughter Bertha
(Mrs. Johnson) at Rigby,
Idaho, as the result
of a paralytic stroke.
Services today were held
at 17th Ward Chapel. There

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were several speakers,
among whom was Prest.
John Henry Smith of the
First Presidency. I of-
ficiated by offering the
dedicatory prayer at
the grave. The deceased
was 56 years old at
the tribe of death.
Sept. 3. Sunday:- Attended
morning prayer meeting
and temple fast meeting.
In the evening I lectured
in Emerson Ward under
Improvement Assn. auspices,
on "To him that hath." 
" 4. Holiday in the State.
This is known as
Labor Day. The Museum
was open; and I was
on duty all day.
" 5.  Went to Heber City by
morning train; took room
at Duncan House. The
case of Mountain Lake Mug. Co.
vs. Midway Irrigation Co. was
resumed.

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.       1911.
Sept.8. In court each day since <
>
last entry. Today the
court made an order
that I be admitted to
the Mountain Lake tunnel.
Two assistants may
accompany me.
"9. Made early start horse-
back. Rode to Midway,
where I was joined by
State Senator James
Wilson, and Geo. Banner.
Together we rode to the
Mt. Lake mine, and
spent two homes before
lunch and three hours
after lunch in examining
the tunnel. After penetrat-
ing to a distance of
about 4500 feet in from
portal we suddenly en-
countered "bad air". Candles
were extinguished and
we had to feel our way
back 300 feet, through
water a foot deep, before

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we succeeded in getting
a match to burn. After
leaving the tunnel we
spent two hours in
surface examination
then rode back. I
reached Heber City about
9 p.m.
Sept.10 Sunday. Prepared to
attend Sunday School
at Heber City, but learned
that sessions have been
suspended owing to
scarlet fever having
broken out here. Had
an interview with the
Stake Presidency, and
was then conveyed to
Midway by Bro. Attawall
Woolton, one of the
High Councilors. Attended
Sunday School in Midway
First Ward. Took part
in department work and
delivered brief address to
the assembled school.

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Returned to Heber City,
and attended afternoon
service in Second Ward.
After brief addresses had
been made by two home
missionaries, and one
recently returned foreign
missionary, I responded
to a call and occupied
the rest of the time.
In the evening a special-
ly called meeting was
held in the stake
tabernacle, in lieu of
the usual Sunday even-
ing ward meetings.
At this meeting I gave
a lecture on "Success in
Life."
Sept.11. In attendance at court.
I was on the witness
stand for a short time.
" 14. Case submitted to the
Court at noon today. Re-
turned home by evening
train.

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Sept. 17. Sunday. Delivered short
address at morning
prayer meeting. Wife
and I went to Ogden
by noon train. According
to prior appointment
I was the speaker [--]
the afternoon services
in the tabernacle. We
were kindly treated by
Bishop Jones of the 
7th Ward who took
us by automobile to
the canyon. We were
then conducted through
the magnificent orchards
and gardens of Bro. Jno.
Wilson.	Returned home
by night train.
" 18. Attended Stake Priesthood
meeting at night, and
delivered an address on
"Reasons vs. excuses."
" 19. Attended meeting of 
the General Board of the
Sunday School Union.

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Sept 21. Forty-nine years old today.
Had interview with the
First Presidency, and
was appointed by them
to special work - viz. the
preparation of the man-
uscript for a booklet on
temples and temple work.
A few days ago, specifically
on the 16th inst. the
Salt Lake Tribune announced
under sensational head-
lines that pictures of
the interior of the temple
in this city had been
secured by men who had
surreptitiously gained
entrance to the building
and that the parties'
having the pictures so
obtained were then in
New York negotiating
for the sale of some to
theatres or "moving-picture"
houses for public ex-
hibition. It was further

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stated that a first offer
had been made to the
Church officials, and
that $100,000 would be
considered a fair basis
of sale.	The "Deseret
News" on the evening
of the 16th, confirmed
the main facts of the
report and published
the seven pictures
received by the President
of the Church from
the conspirators and
would-be blackmailers.
The pictures are bromide
enlargements of poor
negatives, evidently
made in haste showing
some of the temple
rooms during the
summer cleaning
period.– The authorities
have since announced
that pictures of the
temple interior will be

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made, and that copies
of same may be obtained
by reputable publishers
and other reliable parties,
and further that it
is the intention of the
Presidency to publish
a book on the subject
of temples and temple
work embodying such
pictures.
Sept.22. My appointment in
connection with this work,
first by Pres. Smith
orally, was confirmed
by letter as follows:-
	"Salt Lake City, Utah.
				Sept. 22nd, 1911.
"Elder James E. Talmage,
			  City:
Dear Brother:
		Your communica-
tion of the 18th inst., sug-
gesting the publications of
a booklet dealing with
temples in general and

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<
> with modern temples in 
particular, to contain
interior as well as exterior 
views of our temples, 
was considered at our 
Council meeting yesterday,  
resulting in an action 
favoring your suggestion; 
also in an action ap-
pointing you to prepare
the manuscript for the 
suggested booklet, the 
same to be revised by 
a committee to be 
appointed by ourselves 
for that purpose.
	Your Brethren,
		 Joseph F. Smith 
		Anthon H. Lund
[Signed] 	John Henry Smith
			First Presidency
"P.S. We have arranged
with Bro. Ralph Savage to 
take the interior views of the 
Salt Lake temple, and we 
would like you to supervise 
the work."

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Sept. 22. The foregoing letter was
received after my return
from Erda, Tooele County,
to which place I went by
early train to examine
alleged evidences of damage
to farm and crops from
smelter emanations. The 
day was spent in the field.
" 23. Went to Shields, Tooele
County and spent day in
field examining as to
smelter damage. Returned
by night train.
" 24. Sunday. Delivered address
at morning prayer meeting.
" 26. Spent day in Salt Lake
temple with Bro. Ralph
Savage taking pictures
of the interior.
" 27. Went to Shields by train,
thence by conveyance to
Lincoln and to the "Inter
national Smelter. Re-
turned by night train.

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Sept. 29. Wife's birthday! May
many happy anniversaries 
follow. 
" 30. Pictures taken on the
26th are very satisfactory.
Copies were sent off
today to secure copy-
right. 
Oct. 2. Day devoted to making
interior views of temple
with Bro. Ralph Savage.
" 5. A gala day in Salt Lake
City owing to the visit
of the President of the
United States, Wm H. Taft. 
" 6. The 82d Semi-annual
Conference of the Church
opened today. The attend-
ance was unusually large.
" 7. Conference continued; General 
Priesthood meeting at night.
I have been able to attend
part of each regular
session, and the Priesthood
meeting. On the 5th the
Deseret Museum was kept

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open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
and today from 9 a.m. to
6.30 p.m.
Oct 8. Sunday:- Last day of the
regular conference. In the
evening the general con-
ference of the Sunday
Schools was held in the
tabernacle. The big build-
ing was held in the
tabernacle. The big build-
ing was filled to its
capacity. Addresses, each
limited to eight minutes
were given by members of
the General Board, as 
follows:-
"The Street Corner" - Elder Howard Driggs.
"Dress"- myself. 
"The Soda Fountain Habit" Elder Heber J. Grant
"Saturday-night Amusements" — " N.J. Porter.
Musical numbers were inter—
spersed; and a final "Summary" 
was given by Prest. John
Henry Smith. Nowhere else
in the world, I think, could
such a Sunday School
gathering be seen.

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Oct. 9. Special priesthood meeting
opened at 10 a.m., and
closed at 1 p.m. I had a
very small part in the
proceedings in explaining
the work being done in
the taking of temple
pictures.
	During the afternoon
and evening Wife and
I attended the Pratt
family reunion in the
Granite Stake Tabernacle.
An extended program
of musical exercises
and addresses was ren-
dered between 3 and 5.30
p.m. after which an
elaborate meal was
served. At the banquet
toasts were responded
to as follows:
"The Illustrious Brothers"
	by B.H. Roberts
"The Apostle-Pioneer" by
	J.H. Paul.

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"Orson Pratt as Scientist 
and Philosopher" by
myself.
	The reunion is in honor
of Orson Pratt, who was 
born 100 years ago last 
month. Tributes were paid
not only to Orson Pratt
but to his gifted and
elder brother, Parley P. Pratt
Oct. 10	Attended Deseret Sunday School
Union Board meeting. Interview
followed with First Presidency
relative to the Temple
pictures, and to the proposed
publications on temples and 
temple work in general. 
" 13. The community was shocked
this morning by the news 
that Pres. John Henry Smith,
second counselor in the 
First Presidency of the Church 
died at 15 minutes after
last midnight. The cause
of death hemorhage of the
lungs. While it was known

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that Prest. Smith suffered
an attack of this kind
several months ago, the
general belief was that
he had entirely recovered.
Last night's attack was
unexpected. It is reported
that he retired at 10 p.m.
apparently in good con-
dition. He was a great
man, and the people
mourn.
Oct.17 Funeral services over the
remains of Prest. Jos. Henry
Smith were held in the
Tabernacle today, beginning
at noon. It is doubtful
if ever a larger congrega-
tion of people assem-
bled at any funeral
in Utah. The services
lasted nearly 2½ hours.
Beside Church organiza-
tions, many civic bodies
and business companies
were represented.

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[funeral service program insert]
		Funeral Services
	Pres. John Henry Smith
[picture of John Henry Smith]
		Tabernacle, Salt Lake City
	October 17th, 1911, at 12:00 o'clock
		Services conducted by Bishop F. S. Tingey
			of the Seventeenth Ward

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Program
HYMN	-	-	-	-	Tabernacle Choir
	"He was Beloved, Beloved by All"
PRAYER	-	-	-	Elder Orson F. Whitney
HYMN	-	-	-	-	-	Tabernacle Choir
	"God Moves in a Mysterious Way"
						{President Francis M. Lyman
REMARKS	-	-	-	{Governor William Spry
						{President Anthon H. Lund
"Oh My Father"	-	-		Lizzie Thomas Edward
						{Elder Heber J. Grant
REMARKS	-	-		{Elder Reed Smoot
						{Rabbi Charles J. Freund
QUARTETTE	-	Messrs. Pyper, Whitney, Ensign, Spencer
				"Not Dead but Sleepeth"
REMARKS	-	-	-	President Joseph F. Smith
BENEDICTION	-	-	Elder Charles W. Penrose
				At Cemetery
QUARTETTE, "Rest" Messrs. Pyper, Whitney, Ensign, Spencer
DEDICATION OF GRAVE	-	-	Elder Hyrum M. Smith

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Oct. 20. Saturday: Left by Overland
Limited train for Chicago.
I go to attend the an-
nual meeting of the Amer-
ican Mining Congress and 
to attend to some Museum
business.
Oct.23. Journey made without
incident of note. Had
for travelling companion
a member of Utah people.
Arrived in Chicago at
noon - about 3 hours late.
Took room at Hotel
La Salle  headquarters
of the Mining Congress.
" 24 Mining Congress opened
in the large assembly 
room on the 19th floor
of La Salle hotel. The
meeting is the 14th an-
nual assembly of the 
Congress, and is of special
interest to Utah members
and delegates from the 
fact that the president

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of the Congress this year is
a Utah man, - John Dern.
	The address of welcome
and some responses
thereto were given this
afternoon. In the evening
a "Smoker" was given, at
which other responses
were delievered. As per ap-
pointment I gave the
response in behalf
of Utah.
Oct.25. Three regular sessions
with committe meetings
between, and after.
" 27. Meetings as usual yesterday
and today — forenoon,
afternoon, and evening.
I am appointed to serve
on the Nominating Com-
mitte. Tonight's session 
was held in Auditorium,
and the program was
of special interest compri-
sing addresses by John Hays
Hammund, and the Secretary
of the Interior.

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Oct 28. Last session of the
Mining Congress for this
year was held during
forenoon in Orchestra Hall
	The occasion was marked
by the presence of Wm
H. Taft, President of the
United States. He delivered
the address of the day.
	Left by evening train
for Pittsburgh Pa.
Oct. 29 Sunday Arrived in
Pittsburgh this morning.
Took room at Fort Pitt
hotel. Failed to find
any of our Church people
so spent time visiting
other churches – Methodist
and Episcopalian.
Oc. 30. Program of the Natural
Mine Safety Demonstration
opened this morning
and is scheduled for
today and tomorrowFrom 8:30 a.m. until 12 m,
demonstrations were made

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at the station of the <
>
U.S. Bureau of Mines - 
at the old Arsenal grounds.
The terribly  explosive
character of admixtures
of mine gas and coal
dust with air was ef-
fectively shown. 
   At 2 p.m. the party
boarded train for
the government experi-
mental mine at
Bruceton - abt. 14 miles
from Pittsburgh. Here
we inspected the mine
- 700 ft. main entry and
saw the fine coal
dust placed on shelves
along the walls - one
pound to each running
foot. The explosive
was black powder, a 
charge of 2 1/2 pounds
being fried by electric
spark. The explosion
was terrific, - most

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<
> surprising to most of
those present. The explo-
sion followed the third
attempt to fire the blast,
the two prior attempts
failed an account of
short circuits. It was
7.30 before the train special
started back from the
mine. Bad weather
has prevailed today, —
mist and rain. We 
returned from Bruceton
soaked with rain and
begrimed with mud. The
demonstration however
was worth the effort,
and the discomfort incident
to the trip.
At night a reception was 
held in the Fort Pitt
hotel in honor of the
Secretary of the Interior
(Fisher) and the Director
of the Bureau of Mines
(Dr Holmes).

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18. 1911                               

Oct. 31 From 9 a.m to 12 m. the
National Mine Safety
Demonstration was con-
tinued. This mornings
program was rendered
at Forbes Field. The
exercises comprised a 
"First Aid Exhibition" in
which 40 trained teams
or squads took part.
Then followed the firing
of a non-flaming or
"permissible" explosive
into a steel gallery 153
ft. long, containing 153
lbs. of coal dust. No
dust explosion followed.
Then an equivalent
amount of black powder
was fired into the gallery,
and a violent explosive
followed, flames belch-
ing forth scores of feet
beyond the end of the
gallery. President W. H.
Taft closed the circuit

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<
> resulting in this explosion.
Rescue parties, each
man wearing a safety
helmet entered the
gallery, and the work
of carrying out injured
miners, and of applying
first aid treatment was
demonstrated. One very
instinctive demonstration
was that of a man 
entering a chamber
containing air charged
with 0.25% of the deadly
Carbon Monoxid gas, and
taking with him a cage
of small birds. The birds
soon were overcome and
fell from their perches
as if dead. They were
afterward recuscitated 
with oxygen. This furnishes
a test of safety and a 
means of warning to
men entering mines after
an explosion.

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At yesterday morning's
demonstration, as also
this morning, I was
accompanied by Mr. J.R.
Belcher of Salt Lake City.
	After the field
events I spent a couple
of hours at the Car-
negie Museum.
	The afternoon was
devoted to a river
pageant in celebration
of the centenary of
the introduction of steam
navigation on the Ohio
river. Forty-three river
steamers took part
in the parade. The place
of honor in the pageant
was given the "New
Orleans," a modern
replica of the first
steamboat to ply on
the Ohio. The flagship
was the "Virginia," on which
were Prest. Taft and party.

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I was present as an
invited guest on the
steamer "Coal City"–  sixth
in the line of parades.
	This is All Hallowe'en.
The celebration was in
the nature of a carnival,
with nothing of the
ghostly element visible.
Streets were thronged;
street-car traffic sus-
pended on certain
thoroughfares, and
the crowds abandoned
themselves to every
species of fun and
noise.
Nov. 1. Day spent in visits to
Museums and other places
of interest. This evening
was the first free period
I have had since the
beginning of Pittsburgh
activities. Mr. J.R. Belcher
of Salt Lake and I attend-
ed theatre tonight.

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1911.				

Nov.2. Mr. Belcher and I left
by early train and went
to Johnstown, Pa. Proceeded
thence by car line to
Moxham where the Karus
Tunneling Machine is
at work. Examined the
machine and made some
time-observations as to
its operation. I then
returned to Pittsburgh
by evening train and
continued by later train,
westward-bound.
Nov. 3. Arrived in Chicago 9a.m.
Found letters from
home – the first received
since my departure, –
and these bring news
that all the dear ones
are well. Telegrams on
business matters urge
my speedy return. Spent
day in museum and
other business and took
might train for Grand Rapids.

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Nov. 4. Early morning arrival
at Grand Rapids. Went
at once to Kent Sci-
entific Museum where
I had business with Mr.
H. E. Sargent, the director.
Made arrangements for
an extensive exchange
between the institution
named and the Deseret
Museum. Returned by
evening train to Chicago.
Was met at Benton Har-
bor by Prof. J.O. Kinniman
who has had much to
do with the Michigan
"relic" investigation.
	At Chicago I took
passage by the 10.16 p.m.
"Limited", homeward bound.
" 5. Sunday. Found among
my fellow-passengers
Bishop E. M. Ashton, of
Salt Lake. At Fremont
Neb. John Dern of Salt
Lake joined us.

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Nov. 6. Reached home about 9p.m.
– four hours late. Glad
to find all well.
" 7. Went by automobile to
Erda, Tooele County (35 miles)
in company with Dr J.W.
Blankinship, (expert on
smelter-fume damage) and
W.D. Riter (attourney). Returned
this evening after making
field inspection.
	This is election day in
the city, – and in many
states. Particular interest
has been aroused in the
local election, owing to
this being the first
election held under the
new law. The primary
election was held Oct. 24,
and this resulted in the
elimination of all candi-
dates except those receiving
the highest and the next
highest number of votes.
Two sets of candidates

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were thus presented for
today's vote, – one set
being the nominees of
the mis-named "American
Party", headed by Bransford
for Mayor, and the other
being the nominees on
the so-called "Citizens
Ticket", headed by Samuel
C. Park for Mayor. Election
returns reported late to-
night indicate a victory
for the "Citizens Ticket" in
its entirety.
Nov. 8. Election of the "Citizens'"
nominees is confirmed.
This gives general satisfaction,
and it is devoutly to be
hoped that the event
marks the end of the
infamous misrule to which
the City has been subjected
under the "UnAmerican Party"
administration.
	I spent this day in court
in connection with Gas Co.'s case,

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Nov. 12 Sundayin court during last 3 days.
Today I attended early
morning prayer meeting,
and delivered a short
address thereat. Then
attended the forenoon
meeting of the High
Priests' quorum of the
Ensign Stake – the
regular monthly session –
and again responded
to call and delivered
an address. In the
afternoon I attended
the funeral services
of John Smith, presiding
Patriarch of the Church
The services were held
in the tabernacle, and
were largely attended.
According to pre-appoint-
ment I was one of the
speakers. The program
is appended. In the
evening wife and I attended

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[The following program attached to page]
Funeral Services
Patriarch John Smith

[Photograph of John Smith]

Tabernacle, Salt Lake City
November twelfth, nineteen hundred eleven
at 2 p.m.

Services conducted by
Bishop Elias S. Woodruff of the Fourteenth Ward

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[The following program attached to page]
Program
Hymn	-	-	-	Tabernacle Choir
	"BE IT MY ONLY WISDOM HERE"
Prayer	-	-	-	Elder George F. Richards
Hymn	-	-	-	-	Tabernacle Choir
	"THIS EARTH WAS ONCE A GARDEN PLACE"
Remarks		-	-	President Anthon H. Lund
					President Francis M. Lyman
					Elder Charles W. Penrose
Quartette		-	Professor A. C. Lund & Company
Remarks		-	-	Elder Orson F. Whitney
					Elder James E. Talmage
Solo		-	-	-	Professor A. C Lund
Hymn 	-	-	-	Tabernacle Choir
	"WHAT VOICE SALUTES THE STARTLED EAR"
Benediction	-	-	Bishop Charles W. Nibley
		At Cemetery
Quartette		-	-	A. C. Lund & Company
Dedication of Grave	-	-	Elder Anthony W. Ivins

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the sacrament service
in our own ward — the
27th.; and by call of the
Bishop I was the
	speaker.

[The following appears upside down at bottom of page]
Pall Bearers
FRANCIS M. LYMAN
HEBER J. GRANT
REED SMOOT
HYRUM M. SMITH
GEO. ALBERT SMITH
CHARLES W. PENROSE
GEORGE F. RICHARDS
ORSON F. WHITNEY
DAVID O. McKAY
ANTHONY W. IVINS
JOSEPH F. SMITH, Jr.
ELIAS A. SMITH, Marshal of the day

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1911
					    

Nov. 14. Had interview with the
Presidency regarding
temple pictures; and
then attended meeting of
Sunday School board.
" 15. On the witness stand
in connection with the
injunction case against
Utah Gas and Coke Co.
" 19 Sunday: After morning
prayer meeting, at which I
delivered an address, I was
engaged during the day
in preparation of matter
for the prospective publica-
tion on "Temples".
" 26. Sunday: - Week spent in
work, this day as last
Sunday.
" 30. Thanksgiving Day. Spent
early part of the day at
office,—dictating to a
stenographer; then went
home. Had pleasant
day with family. Albert
& Sara, and Bro. Lewis A. Booth

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were our guests. Returned
to the office at night
and thence worked until
a late hour. Remained
all night at the office
as I have often done
of late.
Dec. 2. Day spent in the Temple,
making notes for the
forthcoming publication.
" 3. At the Temple meeting
this forenoon (Sunday –
Fast Day –) I was one
of several speakers.
" 4. Day spent in Temple
making observations and
taking notes for the
forthcoming booklet.
" 5. Met with a committee
convened by President
Joseph F. Smith and
read the first five
chapters of the pros-
pective publication on
Temples. The committee
was in session from 10 a.m.

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to 1.20 p.m., and again
from 3 to 5.20 p.m. Follow-
ing are the names of
those present; Pres. Smith,
Apostles F. M. Lyman, Hyrum
Smith, C. W.  Penrose, O.F.
Whitney, and Jos. F. Smith Jr.
and Elders J. M. Sjodahl,
& D. M. McAllister. The
last two are authors
of pamphlets on temple
subjects.
Dec. 6. Day spent in temple and
on the grounds, taking
notes in connection with
work in progress.
" 7. According to letters received
from our son Sterling, this
is the day on which he
had arranged to sail
from England toward
home. It is now over 26
months since he left home
on his mission. He was
honorably released Nov.
12, and has been travelling

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in England and on the
Continent since that
time. He was to sail
today on S.S. "Laurentic"
Letters from his conference
president, and from
Apostle Rudger Clawson,
president of the Euro-
pean mission speak
in terms of praise of
his service in the
missionary field.

	Shortly after four o'
clock this afternoon
I learned of a call
upon me which must mark
a great change in
my work. This is no less
than a call to the Holy
Apostleship. Action was
taken at this day's
Council meeting of the
First Presidency and
Twelve whereby Apostle
Chas. W. Penrose was sustained

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as second counsellor in
the First Presidency to
succeed the late President
John Henry Smith. I believe
that all Israel will feel
as do I- that this call
is from the Lord. The
Presidency thus completed
will have my fervent
support and prayerful
service. The selection creates
a present vacancy in
the Council or Quorum of
the Twelve, and to this
exalted and special
office I am called.
	The announcement of
my having been chosen
came as a wholly un-
heralded action. I was
with President Joseph F.
Smith until a late hour
yesterday, but by no word,
act or intimation was
such action suggested to
my mind. I know not that

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the President had then
considered it. Were such
an office offered me –
as a position in secular
life might be tendered,
I feel that I would
shrink from the responsi-
bility, and hesitate, even
if I did not actually de-
cline; but I hold myself
ready to respond to any
call made upon me
by and in the priesthood.
	Apostle Antony W. Ivins
called upon me about
4 p.m., on a matter of
business, and then told
me with evidences of
affection and emotion
of the action just taken
by the Council. He testified
to me that the call
was from the Lord. Even
at this time, the announce-
ment had been printed
in the Deseret News, and

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within a few minutes, I
had many calls by phone
from brethren who assured
me of their support. May
the Lord grant me His,
and enable me to be
a true witness of Him.
	Within half an hour
after the news had reached
me, Maia, my wife, came
to my office and assured
me of her loving support.
She had learned of
the call while she was
attending a meeting of
the General Board of the
Young Ladies Mutual Im-
provement Association. I
feel that I need the
help of my wife and
family. I have looked
upon myself as a lay-
member in the Church,
though, I know that
a patriarch - Patriarch
Jesse Martin of Provo, gave

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me to understand that
I would be called and
ordained one of the
Twelve Apostles.
	Clipping from this
evening's Deseret News
follows:

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THURSDAY DECEMBER 7 1911 SALT LA
								

	OFFICIAL APPOINTMENTS

[picture of Charles W. Penrose]
	PRESIDENT CHARLES W. PENROSE.

[left column]
	At the regular council meeting of the
First Presidency and apostles of the
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints held in the Salt Lake temple
this seventh day of December, 1911, at
which Presidents Joseph F. Smith and
Anthon H. Lund, and eight of the
twelve apostles were present, Charles
W. Penrose was selected and unani-
mously sustained as second counselor
in the First Presidency, to fill the va-
cancy occasioned by the demise of Pres-
ident John Henry Smith, and he was

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set apart to this office and calling un-
der hands of President Joseph F. Smith,
all the other authorities named assist-
ing.
	Also James E. Talmage was appoint-
ed and unanimously sustained to be
one of the Twelve Apostles to fill the
vacancy caused by the appointment of
Elder Charles W. Penrose as second
counselor in the First Presidency.

			   JOSEPH F. SMITH,
			President of the Council.

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[The following newspaper clippings attached to page]

[Column 1]
SELECTIONS MEET
	WITH APPROVAL

Appointment of Prest. Penrose
	And Elder Talmage Gives
	Satisfaction.

BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCHES

Life Stories of Mne Who Were Signally
Honored at Yesterday's Meeting
Of Church Council.

	The selection of Charles W. Penrose,
a member of senior standing in the
council of the twelve, as second coun-
selor in the First Presidency of the
Church to fill the vacancy caused by
the demise of President John Henry
Smith, and of Dr. James E. Talmage,
a high priest, as a member of the
twelve apostles to fill the vacancy re-
sulting from the elevation of Elder
Penrose, was received with hearty ap-
proval by the people of Salt Lake City,
irrespective of religious belief.
	The action taken at the regular coun-
cil meeting of the First Presidency and
apostles yesterday afternoon meets
with popular approval apparently,
judging from expressions heard on the
streets. President Joseph F. Smith,
President Anthon H. Lund and eight
apostles were present. The newly ap-
pointed Church officials were set apart
under the hands of President Smith,
assisted by the others present.
	PREST. C. W. PENROSE.
	President Charles W. Penrose was
born Feb. 4, 1832, at Camberwell, Lon-
don, England. He speedily mastered at
school the common rudiments of edu-
cation and at 4 years of age was a
reader of the Bible. He joined the
Church in London, May 14, 1850, and is
the only member of his father's family
who has embraced the faith. In Janu-
ary, 1851, he was ordained an elder
at the early age of 19 years. Two
months later he was sent on a mission

[Column 2]
to preach the gospel and build up
branches of the Church. For seven
years he labored in the agricultural dis-
tricts. It was during this period, on
Jan. 21, 1855, that he married Miss Lu-
cetta Stratford of Maldon. Elder Pen-
rose next was called to preside over the
London conference.
	President Penrose came to Utah in
1861, settling first at Farmington, where
he lived for three years. Then he
moved to Logan, where he worked on
the farm in the summer and taught
school in the winter. He was called on
a mission to Great Britain in April,
1865, where he labored with great suc-
cess. The last two years he assisted
in the editing of the Millennial Star.
	In 1868 he went into business at
Logan with W. K. Shearman, the firm
later being merged with the Logan
branch of Z. C. M. I. In 1870, he took
up his residence in Ogden where he
took editorial charge of the Ogden
Junction, a semi-wekly Church paper.
The Daily Junction was started by him
in 1872. He served a term as member
of the Ogden city council and in 1872
was elected to the constitutional con-
vention, where he did effective work.
	President Penrose was persuaded to
come to Salt Lake in 1877 by President
Brigham Young to become connected
with The Deseret News. On Sept. 3,
1880, he was made editor-in-chief of the
paper.
	He served three more terms in the
legislature and in 1894 he became
editor-in-chief of the Salt Lake Herald
and continued in that capacity until
the fall of 1895. At the general con-
fernece, April 4, 1896, he was sustained
as assistant Church historian. After
leaving The Herald he again became
identified with The News, where he re-
mained until several years ago. Re-
cently he completed a mission to Great
Britain, where he performed noble
service as president of the British mis-
sion.
	ELDER JAMES E. TALMAGE.
	Elder James Edward Talmage was
born in Hungerford, Berks, England,
on Sept. 21, 1862. When but a boy he
came to Utah with his father and other
members of the family and settled at
Provo. In 1883-4 he took a post gradu-
ate course in geology at John Hopkins
university. He captured another de-
gree at Lehigh university in 1891 and
received his Ph. D. from the Illinois
Wesleyan university in 1896. From 1884
to 1886 he was professor of chemistry
and geology in the Brigham Young
academy; from 1888 to 1893, president
of the L. D. S. college; 1894 to 1897,
president of the University of Utah,
and from 1894 to 1907, he was Deseret
professor of geology in the state uni-
versity. He was a delegate from the
Royal Society of Edinburgh, of which
he is a member, to the International
Geographical congress at St. Peters-
burg.

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19.

[The following newspaper clippings attached to page]
[Column 1]
	Elder Talmage was baptized into
the Church in 1879 <1873> and was ordained
a high priest at the age of 22 years.
He is credited with being one of the
great literary men of the Church, hav-
ing written seven works upon the
Church, the best known of which
are "Articles of Faith," "The Great
Apostasy" and "The Story of Mormon-
ism." A new work, dealing with an-
cient and modern temples of the
Church is now being prepared by Elder
Talmage.
	Both President Penrose and Elder
Talmage are able, forceful and elo-
quent public speakers, and have car-
ried the message of the gospel to many
thousands of people.

SALT LAKE CITY.	-	DEC. 8, 1911.

TWO EXCELLENT APPOINTMENTS

	The Church of Jesus Christ of Lat-
ter-day Saints throughout the world
is to be congratulated on the appoint-
ment of Elder Charles W. Penrose, of
the Council of Twelve, to fill the
vacancy in the First Presidency, and
Elder James E. Talmage to the vacant
place in the Council. Everywhere,
among Church members and others
alike, genuine satisfaction is ex-
pressed. The names of these two
brethren are household words
throughout the Church, and far be-
yond Church circles. They are known
as men of integrity, purity, and a
burning zeal for the salvation of their
fellow-men. They are known as fear-
less and powerful witnesses to the
truth of the Gospel message. They are
known for the abundance of spiritual
and intellectual gifts and graces with
which they are endowed, and for
their unselfish devotion of themselves
and all that is theirs to the service
of the Master. The Church is to be
congratulated on the choice made by
the beloved and venerated President,
Joseph F. Smith, and his associates,
for in calling these brethren to the
respective positions they have enabled
them to still further benefit and bless
the Saints.

[Column 2]
	Elder Charles W. Penrose, so long
and so lovingly known to almost the
entire people comprising the member-
ship of the Church, is also, by extend-
ed personal association in both secular
and religious labor, a close acquaint-
ance of the general staff of this
paper. The possessor of a wonderful
intellect, a genial soul, and a fear-
less disposition, he has been for
years such an exponent of the princi-
ples of the Gospel that he has been
appreciatively termed, by some of
his friends and admirers, "the Defen-
der of the Faith." His ability and his
character alike fit him for the high
calling in which he is now to en-
gage. And may his years in this new
field be many, and his enjoyment still
greater, than that which has charac-
terized his labors in every other posi-
tion for which his unusual talents have
qualified him. A man of broad learn-
ing and wide experience, a most
versatile and powerful writer and
speaker, and so approachable and
unselfish as to make even the humb-
lest feel entirely at home in his
presence, we feel to congratulate
everyone else as well as himself upon
the appointment to an exceedingly
responsible calling in the Church.
	Of Dr. James E. Talmage, summoned
to the Apostleship, similar words ap-
ply as to character, intellect, and abili-
ty. In the latter respect he is likewise
widely known and greatly esteemed
by the people. Primarily a scientist
and investigator, he is so well known
in the capacity of lecturer, writer, pro-
fessor, and president of educational
institutions that we doubt whether any
other scientist in the State is so thor-
oughly established in the public mind
as a leader in the problems of his spe-
cial fields of investigation. In the new
calling, his keen and powerful intellect
and wide scholarship will prove of the
highest value.
	We feel that in Dr. Talmage we have
a man who is equally well at home
then everything else is his devotion in
the palace and the cottage; on the plat-
form as an orator and by the fireside
as an entertaining conversationalist.
He is everywhere a worthy and able
representative of the Church. He can
meet anybody on equal terms.
	But more than scholarship, more
than everything else is his devotion in
all humility to the service of the Lord,
by which he has become one of the
bright, shining lights of the Church.

[The following is written sideways in left margin]
Editorial

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[The following newspaper clippings attached to page]
	The appointments of these two breth-
ren will attract, we feel sure, an un-
usual amount of attention; and we feel
no hesitation in expressing the con-
viction that the general satisfaction
of the people in these appointments
will prove to be thoroughly well found-
ed.
	The general conviction that the Au-
thorities of the Church make no mis-
takes in their selection of men for the
various offices and callings in the
Church, is again amply justified. They
are guided by the Spirit of God in those
appointments. In the Church there is
not, and there cannot be, a seramble
for offices with accompanying jeal-
ousies and heart-aches ,such as are but
too common in the world. The Lord
has provided a remedy in the govern-
ment of His Church, against that de-
plorable condition, by endowing His
servants with the Spirit of Revelation
to lead and guide in everything per-
taining to the Church. May that Spirit
of Revelation continue to rest upon the
brethren now called to high and re-
sponsible positions and upon all the
Authorities of the Church, for the
benefit of the people of God, and all
the world!

Editorial Herald-Republican: Dec. 8, 1911

[The following clipping appears sideways at bottom of page]
	Recognition of Worth
THE appointment of Charles W. Penrose,
member of the quorum of apostles, to the first
presidency of the Mormon church will be warmly
approved throughout the state of Utah and wher-
ever the church has its adherents. Hale and hearty,
vigorous in body and in intellect, the almost eighty
winters that have silvered his hair have but given
him a ripe fund of experience, wisdom in the ways
of the world and added to the value of his coun-
sel but have left no impress upon his faculties. The
members of that church will regard his elevation
to higher ecclesiastical office as but a just recogni-
tion of his years of efficient service, unswerving
loyalty and enthusiastic zeal.
	The high standing in the community of Presi-
dent Penrose has been attained by years of en-
deavor in and for the city and state. As one of the
really great editors Utah has known, he added
immeasurably to the dignity and usefulness of the
profession, wielding his facile pen in the interests
of progress and righteousness. His connection with
the Ogden Junction, the Salt Lake Herald and the
Deseret News brought him experiences that aug-
mented that keen knowledge of human nature of
which the veteran journalist always becomes pos-
sessed, and thus deepened his qualifications as a
wise and careful counsellor. He is known through-
out the church as one of its most effective and
clearest preachers and the services which he has
performed have eminently qualified him for the
high honor which was yesterday bestowed upon him.
	The vacancy in the quorum caused by the eleva-
tion of President Penrose was filled by the appoint-
ment of James E. Talmage, one of the leading
scientists in Utah, a scholar of such marked ability
and splendid attainments that his reputation has
extended far beyond the borders of the state.

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1911.

Dec.[-]. News columns of
	Herald Republican:

[A newpaper clipping appears sideawys on page with the following caption]
JAMES EDWARD TALMAGE
Chosen to fill the vacancy in the quorum of twelve.

CHARLES W. PENROSE
Chosen second counselor in the first presidency.

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[left column]
 J. E. TALMAGE IS
	NOW AN APOSTLE

Quorum of Twelve Names Suc-
   cessor to John Henry Smith;
	Official Announcement.

The first presidency and apostles of
the Mormon church yesterday ele-
vated Apostle Charles W. Penrose to 
the position of second counselor in the
first presidency and High Priest James
Edward Talmage, director of the Des-
eret museum, was called to be one of
the twelve apostles.
	The appointment of President Pen-
rose was not much of a surprise and
meets with general commendation. He
is a man of wide experience. He has
been active in church work, and his
counsel is sought often. Apostle Tal-
mage was not aware of his appointment
until notified by newspaper men and he
was greatly surprised. Although he has
not held official positions in the gen-
eral body he has been successively dea-
con, teacher and high priest.
	The official announcement of the ap-
pointments came from the first presi-
dency as follows:
	"At the regular council meeting of
the first presidency and apostles of the
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints held in the Salt Lake temple
this seventh day of December, 1911, at
which President Joseph F. Smith and
Anthon H. Lund, and eight of the
twelve apostles were present, Charles
W. Penrose was selected and unani-
mously sustained as second counselor
in the first presidency, to fill the va-
cancy occasioned by the demise of Pres-
ident John Henry Smith, and he was
set apart to this office and calling un-
der hands of President Joseph F. Smith,
all the other authorities named assist-
ing.
	"Also James E. Talmage was appoint-
ed and unanimously sustained to be
one of the twelve apostles to fill the
vacancy caused by the appointment of
Elder Charles W. Penrose as second
counselor in the first presidency.
			"JOSEPH F. SMITH,
		"President of the Council."
	President Penrose was born at Lon-
don, England, February 4, 1832. Ten
years before coming to Utah he traveled
throughout the British Isles as a Mor-
mon missionary. In 1861 he came to
Utah, residing in Farmington for two
years, and later going to Logan. In
1865 he was called on another mission
to Great Britain, which lasted three
and a half years. President Penrose
went into business with W. K. Shear-
man at Logan in 1868, the firm later
being merged with the Logan branch of
the Z. C. M. I. He removed to Ogden
in 1870, to start the Ogden Junction, a
church newspaper, which he edited for

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seven years. Presidest Brigham Young
in 1877 persuaded him to come to Salt
Lake and join the editorial staff of the
Deseret News. He afterwards became
editor-in-chief and continued in that
capacity for over thirty years.
	Another mission to England followed
in 1885, lasting for two years. Upon
his return President Penrose resumed
his position on the Deseret News, where
he remained, with the exception of two
years on the staff of the Salt Lake Her-
ald, until he was engaged in the his-
torian's office as assistant church his-
torian. Previous to another mission to
Europe President Penrose was ordained
as one of the twelve apostles. He re-
turned in 1910 and since has been en-
gaged in church work throughout the
state.
	Apostle James Edward Talmage is a
native of Hungerford, Berks, England,
where he was born on September 21,
1862. He came to Utah with his father
when quite young, and took a post
graduate course in geology in Johns
Hopkins university in 1883-4. He made
his A. C. degree in Lehigh university
in 1891, and received his Ph. D. from
the Illinois Wesleyan university in 1896.
He was professor of chemistry and geol-
ogy in the Brigham Young academy
from 1884 to 1888; president of the L.
D. S. college, 1888 to 1893; president of
University of Utah, 1894 to 1897, and
Deseret professor of geology in the
same university from 1894 to 1907. He
was a delegate from the Royal Society
of Edinburgh to the International Geo-
logical congress at St. Petersburg.
	Apostle Talmage was baptized into
the church in 1876, and resided in Provo
until 1889. He was the youngest high
priest to be ordained in the church, the
honor falling to him when he was but
twenty-two years of age.
	He has always been active in church
work. He is the author of seven works
upon the church, among the best known
being "Articles of Faith," "The Great
Apostasy" and "The Story of Mormon-
ism," Apostle Talmage is now at work
upon a new book dealing with ancient
and modern temples of the church,
which is to be published in the near
future.
	This work will include a detailed de-
scription of the Salt Lake Temple and
the services held within that famous
edifice. It will contain pictures of
every room in the temple as well as de-
scribing the other temples of Utah.

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1911.					

Dec. 8. At 11.30 this forenoon I 
was ordained an Apostle 
of the Lord Jesus Christ, 
and was set apart as one
of the Twelve Apostles of 
the Church of Jesus Christ 
of Latter-day Saints. The 
ordinance was performed
in the President's Office, 
by President Joseph F. 
Smith, assisted by his 
counselors, Presidents
Anthon H. Lund and Chas.
W. Penrose, and by President
Francis M. Lyman, and
Elders Hyrum M. Smith,
Geo. F. Richards and Jos.
F. Smith, Jr., of the Council
of the Twelve.
	I pray for strength
to honor this divine
calling. The brethren
testify to me that the
call is from the Lord.
To it I respond with 
prayerful trust. The official
report as furnished me is as follows.

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"Ordination and setting apart of 
James E. Talmage as an Apostle
of the Lord Jesus Christ, and a
member of the Council of the Twelve,
under the hands of Presidents
Joseph F. Smith, Anthon H. Lund,
Charles W. Penrose, Francis M. Lyman,
Elders Hyrum M. Smith, George
F. Richards and Jos. F. Smith Jr.,
being all the members of the
Council that could be reached,
at the President's Office, Friday
morning, Dec. 8th 1911, President
Smith officiating.
		————
	"Before proceeding with the
ordination, President Smith 
asked President Lyman if he had 
anything to say to Bro. Talmage.
In answer, Prest. Lyman said
that he had already had a
long talk with Bro. Talmage,
instructing him with respect
to the duties that would devolve
upon him as an Apostle of the
Lord, Jesus Christ, together with

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the great responsibility at-
taching to that calling.
He also said that he had
instructed Bro. Talmage with
respect to the necessity of his
being in perfect accord with
the brethren of the Twelve,
informing him also that in
all their private councils
it would be his privilege to
freely express his own individ-
ual views, but that after doing
so it would become his duty to
be united with his brethren on
the conclusions and decisions
arrived at, even should the con-
clusions and decisions be con-
trary to his own views and 
judgment; also that everything
talked about and done in a 
Council capacity should be held
in strict confidence as matters
sacred to the Council, not to be
made known to anybody, his own
wife and members of his family 
included. That he had also instructed

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Bro. Talmage it would become his duty
to hold himself in readiness to go
and come at call, and that his
duties as Apostle should take
precedence over all others whether
of a public, private, or domestic
nature; to all of which he
assented. And Prest. Lyman
added that he was perfectly
satisfied with Bro. Talmage,
and was prepared to welcome
him into the Quorum of the Twelve
"Bro. Talmage now received his
ordination which was as follows:
	"Dear Brother James E. Talmage,
as your fellow servants, and as
Apostles of the Lord Jesus Christ, in
authority of the holy priesthood, which
is after the hou order of the Son of God,
we lay our hands upon your head,
and ordain you an Apostle in
the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-
day Saints, and also set you apart
to be one of the Quorum of
the Twelve Apostles, and confer
upon you all the keys, rights,

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privileges, blessings, immunities
and authority, pertaining to this
high and holy calling, to the end
that you may be, as you have
been heretofore, but more abundant-
ly, a living witness to the
divinity of the Lord Jesus Christ,
– a special witness of Him unto
all the world, knowing and
understanding as though you
had seen by the sight of your
eye, and heard by the hearing
of your ear, that the Lord God
Almighty, our Heavenly Father,
sent forth His Son into the
world, to become the Savior and
redeemer of mankind; and that
He did come, that he did love
and die and rise again, and
ascended on high, and that He
does now sit enthroned with power
and dominion on the right
hand of the Father; and that
He has chosen His own brethren
from time to time to be His
fellow-laborers in the world,

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to administer to the children
of men for their own salvation
& exaltation that they and
all mankind through them
might be brought to a
knowledge of the Father and
the Son.
" Now our dear brother in
the Lord, we bless you
and ordain you, conferring
upon you the holy Apostle-
ship, with all that pertains
to this high and holy
calling; and we pray God
to bestow upon you the
spirit of this calling abundant-
ly and continue unto you
the spirit of humility and
meekness even more abundantly
than you have ever experienced
it heretofore that you may
be most exemplary and most
efficient in the performance
of your duties, and be an honor
to the cause of God.
	"Father, bless this thy

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servant and accept of him
and fill him with the light
of truth the gift of the
Holy Ghost and the testimony
of Christ, that he may
labor diligently for the sal-
vation of souls and that
his labors may be acceptable
in thy sight.
	"We seal upon you Brother
Talmage, all these things
by authority of the Holy
Priesthood vested in us;
and this we do in the
name of our Lord and Master
Jesus Christ, even so, Amen."
	  ——————
	"This being done, President
Smith and all the brethren
present congratulated Brother
Talmage, and extended to him
the right hand of fellowship."

{Signed} Geo. F. Gibbs
			Sec'y."

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Dec 8. Continued
	The occasion is to
me one of inexpressible
reverence and sanctity. To
me the calling of an
Apostle of the Lord Jesus
Christ has always been
one of special sanctity,
requiring the unreserved
devotion of the man
so honored. It is a
calling above any office
station or title that man
can confer.

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1911.				     

Dec. 8 9.	Day spent in Temple
securing notes and photographes.
"10 9 Sunday:- Attended early
morning prayer meeting
in the Temple, and by
request made an address.
My recent appointment
may necessitate my with-
drawal from this Prayer
Circle; but I have asked
permission to remain
a member until I am
directed to discontinue
attendance. I was received
a member of this Circle
February 3, 1889; and have
been in attendance weekly
since that time except as
debarred by illness, absence
from the city, or special
appointment.
	Attended forenoon ses-
sion of Sunday School
Board at the Presidents'
Office. The meeting lasted
from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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During the afternoon
I attended by appointment
the 32d quarterly conference
of the Salt Lake Stake
of Zion. I was the first
speaker, and Prest. Chas.
W. Penrose followed.
	In the evening I attended
the sacramental meeting
in the 9th Ward Liberty
Stake of Zion; this I did
by appointment. At the
meeting Elders Holt and
Bywater, heretofore counsellors
to Bishop A. H. Wooley,
were released from office
owing to their removal
from the Ward. Elders
Ira Owen Horsfall and
John A. Pressler were
sustained in the places
named. Assisted by Prest.
Hugh J. Cannon, and his
Counsellors in the stake
presidency,- Elders Arnold
H. Schulthers and Briant S.

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Hinckley and by Bishop
A. H. Wooley, I ordained
Ira Owen Horsfall to
the office of a High
Priest, and set him apart
as first counsellor to Bishop
Wooley Then John A.
Pressler was ordained a
High Priest, and set apart
as second counsellor by
Prest. Hugh J. Cannon, the
rest assisting.
	Brief addresses were made
by both the retiring and
the incoming counsellors,
and by Prest. Hugh J. Cannon.
I then spoke for about
35 minutes, on the res-
ponsibility of bearing
the priesthood. Bishop
Wooley made a brief
concluding address.
Dec 11. This evening's Deseret News
contains a brief report of
yesterday's addresses, as
follows:

[The following is written sideways in bottom left corner]
For full
report see
Deseret News
Sat. Dec. 16.

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412
[The following newspaper clippings attached to page]
DESERET EVENING NEWS MONDAY DECEMBER 11 1911

[Column 1]
GOSPEL BASED
	ON AUTHORITY

Doctrinal Discourses Delivered
By Prest. Penrose and Elder
	Talmage.

STAKE CONFERENCE HELD.

Plan of Organization Was Revealed to
	The Prophet Joseph
		Smith.

	President Charles W. Penrose and
Elder James E. Talmage of the council
of the twelve, were the speakers at the
tabernacle Sunday afternoon.
	The occasion was the Sunday after-
noon session of the quarterly confer-
ence of the Salt Lake stake, and both
President Penrose and Elder Talmage
were heard for the first time in public
since the action of the council meeting
held in the temple last Thursday by
which President Penrose was made a
member of the First Presidency, and
Elder Talmage a member of the coun-
cil of the twelve.
	For the first time, also, since its re-
turn from the east, the choir was heard
in regular services at the tabernacle,
and as if to add final interest to the
occasion, a favorite number of the
concert tour, "God is Our Refuge and
Strength," was rendered as the clos-
ing selection. The choir seats, in spite
of the inclemency of the weather, were
well filled and the ensemble of the New
York chorus aided by the regular mem-
bers of the organization who did not
make the trip, with its volume of song
and powerful expression, delighted all
who were present.
	Conductor Evan Stephens wielded the
baton and Prof. J. J. McClellan pre-
sided at the organ. Other selections
rendered were "Softly beams the sacred
dawning," and "How are Thy servants
blessed, O, Lord."
	President Nephi L. Morris, of the
Salt Lake stake, presided and the open-
ing and closing prayers were offered
by Elder Joseph E. Taylor and Elder
Isaac Barton.

[Column 2]
	ELDER JAMES E. TALMAGE
	The restoration of the gospel and the
authority to administer in its ordi-
nances were the themes of the speak-
ers. Elder Talmage spoke first. He
began by explaining the organization
of the Church and illustrated the
heavenly authority which exists in the
priesthood as it was restored to the
Prophet Joseph Smith. He explained
that the meeting was one of the ses-
sions of the quarterly conference of
the Salt Lake stake. For the benefit of
those who may not understand, it may
be well to explain that in the gathered
portions of Zion the Church is organ-
ized into wards and stakes. Several
wards each presided over by a bishop
and his counselors, comprise a stake
presided over by three high priests
known as the stake presidency. These
stakes of Zion, comprising the Church
as a whole, are presided over by  the
First Presidency and the council of
twelve apostles.
	This plan of organization was re-
vealed to the Prophet Joseph Smith,
and the priesthood was restored in this
last dispensation. The order and the
system of that restoration was noted
by the speaker. The being who con-
ferred the Aaronic priesthood upon
Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery was
the person who held and exercised that
position in the dispensation of the
meridian of time—namely John, sur-
named the Baptist. Later, the presi-
dency of the Church who held that
position when the Melchisedec priest-
hood was on earth, Peter, James and
John, restored the presidency and its
accompanying priesthood in this dis-
pensation. This is the authority which
the Church has today—direct from
heaven, restored by heavenly beings.
The right of men to organize societies,
or clubs or even churches is not ques-
tioned by Latter-day Saints. They
may prescribe rules and laws that shall
govern them. This is their right and
none may gainsay it. But there is an
authority above that. Who dares to
say that one state shall pass laws to
govern the citizens in another? Who
dares to say that a father, presiding
in his family, shall lay down require-
ments and family rules to govern the
family of his neighbor? Much less,
who dares to say that man shall as-
sume the authority of government in
the Church and kingdom of God unless
that authority has been delegated to
him by heavenly beings?
	It is in reference to this authority
that the Church makes its bold claim
which is expressed in its name—the
Church of Jesus Christ. The Church
proclaims itself as not one Church,
but the only Church throughout the
whole world, wherein is found the Holy
Priesthood and the authority to act in
the name of God and the Son. This
claim is made despite the other well
known claims that the Latter-day
Saints accord to all the privileges to
worship how, where or what they may.

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They have that right and shall not be
molested. Let them assume their own
laws or their own authority as it
pleases them best; but in the Church of
Jesus Christ, and there alone, is found
its authority from heaven, to act in the
name of Jesus Christ. These men who
hold this authority have had it dele-
gated to them through and by au-
thority, to exercise as God would
have it, and that is in a spirit of love
and kindness. Whenever one who has
had this authority bestowed on him
attempts to wield it except in the prop-
er spirit, amen to the priesthood of that
man. God has spoken it.
	It has been said that the Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is a
marvelous organization. That has been
said by those not in the Church. The
bold statement, not long since, was
made to an eminent lawyer, that never
before in the history of the world had
an organization existed that was so
perfect, because this is God's organiza-
tion, the organization of his Church—
set up by himself. The lawyer thought
that an unusual statement, but, after
investigation and correspondence with
the speaker, that man today includes
in his lectures to post graduates the
marvelous facts of the organization of
the "Mormon" Church.
	The speaker referred to the differ-
ence between greatness and bigness,
explaining that bigness means simply
a growth, an accumulation. The mighty
avalanche of snow that breaks down
forests, and grinds to powder all in its
way, is big. It has grown by accumu-
lation until it is big and mighty; but
the little seed that possesses the God-
given power to grow is greater than
the mighty avalanche. There are many
big men in the world but the truly
great men can be counted on the fingers 
of the hands. Men have become big—
have been able to move as mighty
forces in the world, but a contempla-
tion of great men, who have had that
divine gift of greatness to carry out
noble and God-like plans, leads to the
conclusion that only a few may be
called great.
	Elder Talmage spoke of the efficacy
of a name, and disavowed the common
expression "what's in a name?" The
name of the Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints means everything.
It is just what its name implies and
no other name would have answered
the purpose. He urged all to live up
to the name they bear and declared
that the kingdom of God will never
cease to grow until all mankind, the
dead as well as the living, shall have
heard and accepted the gospel plan.

	  PRESIDENT C. W. PENROSE.

	President C. W. Penrose followed
Elder Talmage in much the same line
of thought, expanding on the question
of authority and the special mission of
the Church in this dispensation. He
bore testimony to what Elder Talmage
had said; that the authority to admin-
ister in the ordinances of the gospel
has been restored to the earth. It has
not been acquired by reading from good
books, or from studying in colleges, but
it has been brought down from heaven
by heavenly beings.

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	When the people of the world read of
revelations from God having been given
ancient days they believe it and ac-
cept it as true. But when the claim is
made that God had again spoken, the
idea is scouted. It is strange and sin-
gular that this strongest opponents to
this claim are those who profess to be
ministers of the gospel.
	Nevertheless the claim is made and
members of the Church are endeavor-
ing to show to the world, and give to
them, the light that has been restored.
That is why 2,000 elders are traveling
in the world, endeavoring to preach the
gospel to all the world from the mon-
arch to the peasant. These elders are
calling on all mankind to repent, to
turn away from the sins of the world
and to accept the gospel.
	This is in fulfillment of a prophecy
which may be read in Revelations 14:6,
wherein John saw the angel flying
through the midst of heaven having
the everlasting gospel to preach to all
who dwell on the earth. This angel
has actually been to the earth, not in 
imagination, but personally, to restore
the gospel and the authority to admin-
ister in the ordinances of the gospel. 
	It is a singular thing that men will 
pretend to have authority from heaven
and at the same time admit that there
has been no communication between
man and God for ages.
	This authority was given direct from
heaven. Christ told one of his apostles
that whatsoever he bound on earth
should be bound in heaven, and what-
soever he loosed on earth should be
loosed in heaven, and as Jesus gave 
that authority to Peter, Peter must
give it to others if it be on the earth.
	The speaker adverted to the necessity
of authority to adminisiter in the or-
dinance of baptism, and also in the
ordinance of the laying on of hands
for the gift of the Holy Ghost as well
as in all ordinances pertaining to the
church and kingdom of God. Other
churches make no pretenses to have
the authority. Their origin may be
traced back to man in every instance
and they make no other claim. They
make the claim that all a man must 
do to be saved is to believe on the
Lord Jesus Christ and be saved, "as
if that," said the speaker, "were of any
force in and of itself. It is true we
must believe in Christ to begin with,
but the authority to act and bestow
the blessings of the ordinances must
be delegated by beings who already
held that authority."
	Referring to the special province of
the last dispensation, President Pen-
rose spoke of the consummation of all
things pertaining to the kingdom of
God in the dispensation of the fulness
of times. All the gifts and blessings
that were enjoyed in the former dis-
pensation of the Church may be and
are enjoyed now. The work of the
latter-day comprehends also the gath-
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Dec. 12 Attended the missionary
service in the Temple
Annex, from 2 to 4.15 p.m.
This comprised the giving
of instructions to mission-
aries, and the ordinance
of blessing and setting-
apart. There were 47
missionaries ministered to
today. For the blessing
and setting apart, the
following officiated:–
Elders Geo. F. Richards and
Jos. F. Smith Jr., and I,
of the Council of Twelve,
and Elders Seymour B.
Young and Jonathan. G.
Kimball of the First
Council of Seventy.
I officiated in blessing
the following elders:
Jesse Edward Child of Riverdale;
	sent to Eastern States.
Grant Alonzo Black of Aztex
	New-Mexico, going to Central States

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Harvey Delbert Bassett, of Kane
	Wyoming, going to Central States.
Michael H. Gale, of Beaver City,
	going to Western States.
Chas. Lambert Bawden, of Granger,
	going to Northwestern States.
Edgar Hill of Granger, going
	to the Northwestern States.
David Smith, of Fillmore, Utah,
	going to California.
Marion Whittle of Marysvale, Ida.
	going to Southern States.
At the general services,
Elder Geo. F. Richards, Elder
Jos. F. Smith Jr., Elder Jonathan
G. Kimball & I delivered
addresses.
	Attended weekly meeting
of Deseret Sunday School
Union Board, lasting from 4.30
to 6 p.m.
	In the evening wife & I
attended weekly session of
the Improvement Associations
in the 20th Ward; and by
previous appointment I delivered
a lecture on "The Coming of Man."

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this being the subject
of the current lession in
the course of study pre-
pared for the Y.L.M.I.A.
Of late there has been much
excitement, and some feeling
approaching bitterness
among our people on the
subject of "Evolution" and
this is the first public
utterance I have made
on the matter.
Dec. 13. Received visit from Madame
Lydia v. Finklestein Mountford
and in company with Wife
& Sister T. B. Lewis, accompan-
ied the lady to the Hotel
Utah to examine her
material illustrative of
Biblical customs. She
is desirous of establishing
<here> a museum for the exhibition
& preservation of such mat-
erial. In the evening Wife
& I attended Madame Mountford's
lecture in the Philips

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.						

1911. Congregational Church, or
"Shepherd Life in Palestine." 
Dec. 14. Day spent in Temple
attending regular weekly
council meeting of First
Presidency and Twelve.
	    ————
	At this point I feel it
proper to note the many
evidences of support
manifested by the people
for me in my new position.
It is now one week
since the announcement
of my call to the apostle-
ship was made; and
every day has witnessed
numerous instances of
congratulation and assur-
ances of support. The
selection of Prest. Penrose
appears to have given great
joy to the people. It is
an interesting and a some-
what remarkable fact,
that many non-members

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of the church bring or
send their tributes of
goodwill. Among the
early callers who came
to give me assurances
of good feeling and to
offer congratulation, was
Judge Geo. W. Bartch, for-
merly Chief Justice of Utah.
Many attorneys with whom
I have been associated in
a professional capacity,
and others with whom I
have had friendly though
non-official relationships,
–attorneys not members
of our Church - have called
or telephoned, or written,
and all evince the
most sincere interest.
Our own people have
overwhelmed me with
their greetings, congratu-
lations, and biddings
of good will. Telegrams
have come from two

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absent members of the
Council of the Twelve-
Elders Heber J Grant
and Reed Smoot.
	Without the support
of my brethren and
sisters I would tremble
indeed in entering upon
the duties to which I
have been called; but
with such help, and
with the assistance
that the Lord alone can
give, I feel both hope
and encouragement.
Dec. 15. According to appoint-
ment I attended this
afternoon funeral of
Sister Agnes Shwartz,
- mother-in-law to
Pres. Jos. F. Smith. Left
by night train (11.45
p.m.) for Pocatello, Idaho,
to which place I am
appointed in connection
with the quarterly con-

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ference of the Pocatello
Stake.
Dec. 16. Arrived at Pocatello
where I was met by the
president of the Stake
– Elder Wm. A. Hyde. At
10 a.m. attended first
meeting of the conference
- a special session of
the High Council. Nine
members of the Council
were present. After the
regular business had
been disposed of I made
a brief address to the
Council. In the afternoon
a general meeting was
held - fair attendance.
Opening address was given
by Pres. W. A. Hyde; then
followed reports by bish-
ops and other officers,
after which I addressed
the meeting. In the
evening a stake
priesthood meeting was

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held; the opening exer-
cises were participated
in by the assembled
priesthood, and by the
Relief Society and Y.L.M.
I.A. After the opening
exercises, the sisters
retired to separate
meeting rooms. At the
priesthood meeting reports
were made by presidents
of quorums and other
organizations, after which
by request I addressed the
gathering. Following this
meeting certain ordina-
tions were attended to
as follows:
	Assisted by the Stake
Presidency – Prests. Wm. A.
Hyde, Noah S. Pond &
Henry S. Woodland, I
ordained Henry Williams
Henderson a High
Priest and a Bishop,
and set him apart as

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Bishop of the Garden
Creek ward.
David Armstrong (a High
Priest) was set apart
as First Counselor to
Bp. Henderson, under
the same hands, Prest.
Wm A. Hyde being mouth.
	Wilford Olsen (a High
Priest) was set apart
as second counselor
under the same hands,
Pres. Noah S. Pond being
mouth.
	Two brethren were
ordained Elders as
follows;= under the
same hands:
	David A. Monroe
Martin by myself, and
Elmer L. Reese by Pres.
Henry S. Woodland.
	After these ordinations
I had consultations with
many of the Stake
officials.

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Was entertained at meals
today, and at night
with sleeping accomoda-
tions at the hospitable
home of Prest. Wm A. Hyde.
Dec. 17 Sunday. Forenoon
session was devoted
primarily to Sunday
School interests. Teachers
and pupils of the two
Pocatello schools were
present, beside a large
general attendance. Reports
were made by stake
officers, bishops, and
others. I then spoke on
Sunday School matters.
	Was entertained at
dinner at the home of
Pres. Noah S. Pond;-Sister
Pond is a daughter of
our old friend - Morris
Young.
	In the afternoon a 
large general meeting
was held. – 510 present.

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Addresses were made by
the counsellors in the
Stake presidency, by
Dist. Judge Budge &
others; and I then delivered
an address.
	I was entertained at
supper at the home of
Bro. E. D. Harrison - a 
member of the High
Council. Bro. Harrison
is a very hospitable man,
as well as a devout Latter-
day Saint; he rejoices in
the fact that he has
had practically all
of the Apostles at his
table. He is the
most prominent jeweler
and watch maker in
the city. Bro. Harrison
presented me with an
engraved watch charm –
a gold locket, with
inscriptions as follows:
On one side appears

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"James E. Talmage,
		S.L.C. Ut.
	called to Apostleship
		Dec 7 1911."
	And on the reverse:
		"Best Wishes
			E. D. H.
		Pocatello, Ida."

The unexpected gift is
prized for the spirit
in which it was given
	In the evening the
closing meeting of the
conference was held. This
was under the general
auspices of the Improve-
ment Associations. Program
consisted of musical
exercises, an lesson-lecture
by one of the sisters,
and an address by myself.
The subject of the lesson
and of my comments was
"Other Worlds than Ours,"
- this being one of the

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topics in the current.
course of lessons prescribed
for the Y. L. M. I. A.
	Consultations were held
after the meeting. I
then bade adieu to
the kind friends who
had entertained me,
and retired to the Ban-
nock hotel for the
night.
Dec. 18. Was called at 4 a.m.
Went to station and
took train for the
south. Arrived in Salt
Lake City shortly before
noon.
	I was glad to learn
that during my absence
telegram had come to
hand from Sterling.
He landed in New York
Saturday last (16th) and
expects to start for
home this evening.
I find also that full

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reports of addresses by
Prest. C. W. Penrose and
myself, as delivered Sunday
Dec. 10 are published in
the Deseret News of Saturday
last, — the Christmas News.
Dec. 19. Attended regular weekly
meeting of Deseret Sunday
School Union. Then, in
evening I delivered my
address in the Eleventh
Ward, under Improvement
Assn. auspices on "The
Origin of Man." This was
virtually a repetition
of the talk given in
the 20th Ward a week
ago and is in connection
with current lessons in
the Y.L.M.I A. course of
study.
" 21. Paul's birthday—20 years
old.
	Attended regular Council
Meeting of First Presidency
& Twelve, lasting from 10. a.m.

[The following is written sideways in top left corner]
See p. 443.

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till 4 p.m. At this meeting
I was appointed to
preside in the Prayer
Circle heretofore presided
open by Pres. C. W. Penrose.
The Circle meets in
the Temple on Sundays,
immediately after the
afternoon service in
the tabernacle, - properly
at 4 p.m.
Dec. 22. Our son Sterling arrived
home today. I was just
preparing to leave for
Ogden where I expected
to meet him when he
walked into my office.
We were soon home
with the folks. He left
for his mission to England
Sept. 24, 1909. Reports
from his presiding of-
ficers have been to the
effect that he has
filled a worthy and
honorable mission. His

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health has been reported
as uniformly good, and
he returns in the best
of spirits. No day has
passed during his
absence unmarked by
our prayers for his
success in the missionary
labor, and for a safe
and honorable return.
We are grateful beyond
measure for the honor of
a mission so filled by
our son. May the Lord
keep him in the path
of righteousness.
Dec 23. This evening wife and I
were among the invited
guests at the Sixth
anniversary gathering of
the Centennial Memorial
party, in celebration of
the dedication of the
Joseph Smith monument.
The party was given by
Prest. Smith, at the Lunchouse.

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The Centennial Memorial Party
		    will celebrate the
     Sixth Anniversary of the Dedication
	of the Joseph Smith Monument
	 on Saturday, December 23rd
      in the Lion House Assembly Rooms
		    at 5:00 p.m. sharp

		Yourself and companions are cordially
	   invited to attend.
					Joseph F. Smith

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Supervising Committee
   HYRUM M. SMITH
SEYMOUR B. YOUNG
     SUSIE Y. GATES
       EDITH SMITH

Committee on Invitation
 SEYMOUR B. YOUNG
    INA SMITH PERRY

Committee on Banquet
    SUSIE Y. GATES
MRS. FRANK Y. TAYLOR

Committee on Reception
 JOSEPH F. SMITH, JR.
BENJAMIN GODDARD

Decirating Committee
 HYRUM M. SMITH
MRS. HYRUM M. SMITH

 Committee on Program
        B. F. GRANT
	EDITH SMITH
   FRANK Y. TAYLOR

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Dec. 24. Sunday.- As per appoint-
ment I went by early
train to Ogden, and
proceeded at once to the
State Industrial School,
otherwise known as the
Reform School. Sunday
School exercises were
held, beginning at 10.30
a.m. These comprised
the usual opening
exercises, a number of
musical selections, both
vocal and instrumental,
and an address by
myself. I took for my
subject "The Golden Rule,"
and tried to encourage
the boys and girls against
whose names a black
mark has already been
set.
	After the school had
closed, I took part in
reorganizing the Superintendence
of the School. A new superintendent

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Bro David E. Davis, had been
already set apart. I officiated
in setting apart Elder Joseph
E. Storey as First Assistant
Superintendent; and Elder Rich
Porter was set apart as
Second Counselor Assistant
by Elder Joseph E. Wright of the
Stake Superintendency.
We were assisted by other
members of the Stake S.S.
Board, and by Supt. D.E. Davis.
		———
By invitation of my old
pupil Dr E. G. Gowans,
Supt. of the Stake Industrial
School I remained at
the School for lunch.
Then I went to the
Ogden Tabernacle, and,
do per appointment, attended
the afternoon session
of the North Weber.
Stake Conference.
	Elder David O. McKay
had been in attendance

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during the forenoon. At <
>
this afternoon's services
special Christmas music
was rendered. The other
exercises consisted of
a report by Bishop
Van Dyke, and an address
by myself.
	I was hurriedly conveyed
to the station, and
caught the 5 4p.m. train
for Salt Lake City.
  In the evening attended
service in the 27th Ward,
the occasion being the
regular sacrament meeting,
with a program of
exercises suited to the
birthday of Our Lord,
and that of His modern
prophet, Joseph Smith.
Dec.25.  Christmas Day. - Spent
quietly with our invited
family & some others. I
had opportunity to do
a little literary work

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<
>  during the forenoon,
after which I was with
the family.
Dec. 28.	Thursday.- Called early
at the home of Sister
Empey, where her mother,
Sister Adams, still lies
in a weak state from 
the recent accident;
Sterling and I administered
to her.
  I then went to the
Temple, and attended 
the weekly Council
meeting.
  Replied to letter received
from Elder Rudger Clawson,
of the Quorum of the
Twelve who is at present
presiding in the European
mission. Bro. Clawson
wrote me, conveying
the most affectionate
esteem, and assurances
of support in the
call that has come to me.

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His approval & acceptance <
>
makes the vote of the
Council unanimous.
Dec.30. Went to Tooele by morn-
ing train accompanying
Elder Geo. F. Richards of the
Council of the Twelve.
Bro. Richards stayed with
relatives of his, and I 	
was cared for at the
hospitable home of Pres.
Hugh S. Gowans presi-
dent of the Tooele Stake.
The occasion of our
visit is the quarterly
conference of the Tooele
Stake. We attended
first session, beginning
at 10 a.m. The speakers
were Bro. C.R. McBride,
(first counselor in the
Stake presidency), Pres.
H.S. Gowans, Bp. Silas
Orince, formerly of Tooele
now of Idaho, Elder Richards,
and myself. Immediately

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after the morning meeting,
Bro. Richards and I
held a council meeting
with the President of the
Stake.
	At the afternoon
session of the conference,
brief reports were
made by a number
of local brethren; after
which addresses were
made by myself and
Apostle Richards, in
the order stated.
	Then followed a
council meeting, lasting
from 4.10 to 8.45 p.m.
The occasion is an
important one, inasmuch
as it marks an
impending change in
the Stake presidency.
Each of the parties
concerned, both of the
outgoing and the
incoming administration;

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was consulted at length.
President Hugh S. Gowans
has been president of
the stake for nearly
30 years past and
has been one of the
stake presidency for
nearly 32 years.
Dec 31 Sunday.
			Pres Francis
M. Lyman of the Council
of the Twelve came out
this morning. Pres. Lyman,
Elder Richards, and myself
were in council from
the time of Bro. Lyman's
arrival result meeting
time. Forenoon session
of conference opened at
10 a.m.; this was in
reality a Sunday School
meeting. The speakers
were myself, Apostle
Geo. F. Richards, and
Pres. F. M. Lyman, in the
order named. Between

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morning and afternoon
sessions of the conference,
we held meeting with
the Stake presidency and
the High Council.
	At the afternoon meeting,
the members of the
new stake presidency
were set apart as
follows:
	Chas. Alvin Orme, as
President, by Pres. F.M.
Lyman; Chas. R. McBride
by as first counselor
in the Stake presidency,
by Elder Geo. F. Richards;
Alonzo J. Stookey as
second counselor by
myself.
	Hugh S. Gowans was
ordained a patriarch
under the hands of
the 3 apostles present,
assisted by local patri-
archs, Pres. Lyman
officiating.

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Joseph C. Orme second  <
>
counselor in the out-
going stake presidency
was ordained a
patriarch and set apart
as a member of the 
High Council in the
Tooele Stake, by under
the same hands, Elder
Geo. F. Richards officiating.
	Jonathan H. Hale
was set apart as
Stake Supt. of Sunday
Schools by myself.
	Brief addresses then
followed, each of the
outgoing and each
of the incoming of-
ficials speaking in
turn. Then followed
addresses by Pres. F.M.
Lyman and myself.
	The closing session
of the conference was
appointed for the even-
ing, under the direct

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auspices of the Mutual
Improvement Assn. Bro.
Lyman, Bro. Richards and
I returned home by
evening train.
	I was able to reach
the meeting in our own
ward (27th) about half
an hour after the open-
ing, and in time to
hear our Son Sterling
make an address on
his missionary experien-
ces. By request of the
Bishop I followed with
a short address.
	After meeting a little
party of friends assembled
at our home, and some
remained till the new
year arrived.
	____________
	Thus to me and mine
passes the year 1911.
It has been a year

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21.				

	of great importance in
my life, and its close
is so bountifully
marked with blessings
that I know not how
to enumerate or count
them.
	A year ago I was
in a state of grave
anxiety as to wife's con-
dition; now she is well,
and has given me
another son.
	Paul has passed a
critical experience inci-
dent to a surgical
operation, and is now
well and strong.
	Sterling has returned
to us in safety, with
a good record of mis-
sionary service.
	The rest of the family
are well, and all
appear to be happy
and grateful.

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Moreover, the last
month of the year has
witnessed the call of
the Lord to myself, and
my ordination as an
Apostle of the Lord
Jesus Christ.
	May the Lord make
me and my household
more worthy of our
blessings and keep
us true to Him and
to the Gospel of
Christ.
	   Jas. E. Talmage.
		Salt Lake City
		    Dec. 31, 1911.

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The Christmas News 
	Saturday, Dec. 16. 1911.

    Authority of Priesthood
	Conferred From Heaven

Addresses Delivered in Salt Lake Tabernacle, Sunday,
   			December 10, 1911, by
	         ELDER JAMES E. TALMAGE
				     AND
		 ELDER CHARLES W. PENROSE
	       	    (Reported by F. W. Otterstrom.)

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	 ELDER JAMES E. TALMAGE.

	It is probably known to practically
all present that this meeting is one of
the sessions of the current quarterly
conference of one of the stakes, speci-
fically the Salt Lake stake, and as
there are some present who perhaps
have never before attended such a
gathering or been present on such an
occasion, it may not be amiss to ex-
plain that the church is divided terri-
torially into stakes; that is to say
within the limit of the gathered part 
of Zion. In the missionary fields, we
recognize missions and conferences
and branches, and within the region of
permanent organization, the people of 
the church are classified as to mem-
bership in different stakes, and each
stake in turn is divided into wards. 
Over each ward there are placed, to
preside, three high priests, who consi-
tute the bishopric of that ward; and
over every stake there are placed to
preside, three high priests, who con-
stitute the presidency of that stake;
and over the church as a whole, there
are placed, to preside, three high
priests, who constitute the First Presi-
dency of the Church. In the wards
the bishopric is to be assisted by many
officers laboring in the lesser or 
Aaronic priesthood. The presidency of
each stake is assisted by a body of 12
high priests, known specifically as the
high council. The presidency of the
Church is assisted by certain councils
and quorums established by revelation
and holding authority in the priest-
hood, specifically the council of the
presidency of the first quorum of  
seventy; the presiding patriarch, and 
other officials duly appointed and
established in the authority of the
holy priesthood. The members of the
wards gather from time to time in
their  regular services for worship, but
at stated intervals of months they
come together in a ward conference,
and at that conference the names of
the bishop and his counselors, and of
all other ward officers are presented.

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In other words, a superior authority to
that of the wards, nominates the
bishop, and in consulation with the
bishop, two counselors, the three con-
stituting the bishopric.
	   CHURCH ORGANIZATION.
	These ward officials, by and with the 
consent and advice of the stake au-
thorities, nominate other officers;
these nominations are brought before
the people, and it is the people's right
to vote for or against them. It is not
within the power of the established
authority of the priesthood to force a 
man upon the people against their will,
in any capacity of general or local 
presidency. On the other hand, it is 
not the prerogative of the people, act-
ing as a body, to originate nominations,
nor is it within their power to decree
unto whom the priesthood shall be im-
parted. It was by divine administra-
tion that the priesthood, so long in-
operative upon the earth, was restored
in the dispensation of the fullness of
times. In the first quarter of the nine-
teenth century there came to earth be-
ings who had aforetime possessed the
priesthood among men and they au-
thoritatively restored it and conferred
it upon men then living as mortal be-
ings. It was thus given to Joseph
Smith and his companion, in the early
days of his ministry, Oliver Cowdery.
Note you the order and system of that
restoration. The being who came and
conferred upon these two men the au-
thority of the priesthood of Aaron, was
the one who held the keys of that
priesthood and who possessed the pow-
er thereof in the earlier dispensation.
John, surnamed the Baptist, who held
the priesthood of Aaron, which had au-
thority to preach repentance and to
administer the saving and indispens-
able ordinance of baptism to repent-
ant believers, came and restored or re-
conferred that priesthood upon man,
and in due process of time the three
presiding officers in the primitive
Church, the presidency of the council
of old, Peter, James and John, came
in their individual persons and, acting

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together as a unit of presidency and
authority, conferred upon these men
the Holy Melchisedek priesthood, in-
cluding and embodying the apostleship.
I say it is particularly fitting that
these persons named should be the ones
to come and restore authority in this
new dispensation, for they were the
men who were the last to hold the au-
thority of presidency in both the
Aaronic or lesser, and the Melchisedek
or higher priesthood, in the days gone
by.
		SPECIFIC CALLINGS.
	 There are certain other functions and
certain other specific callings placed
within and upon the Church; for ex-
ample, there is that sacred duty of
reaching out after the dead who have
died without a knowledge of the gos-
pel, and of working vicariously for
the salvation of the dead. Now, no
man can assume and create and origi-
nate with himself an authority that
shall be effective beyond the grave. It
is granted that men have the right to
form among themselves any kind of
an organization not inimical to the
common good, and not opposed to law
and order. Men may form associations
and societies, churches—if they choose
to call their organizations such—clubs,
companies, parties, and any and all
kinds of associations having good pur-
poses, and the rights of men so to do
is not challenged. Moreover, they may
prescribe rules and laws for the gov-
ernment of those who belong to these
organizations; they may lay down the
conditions of initiation, the terms with
which men shall comply before they
are recognized as members of those
several organizations, and the authority
thus exercised extends throughout the
limits of the jurisdiction of that organ-
ization. The legislature of a state can
pass by-laws and enact laws for the
government of the people within that
state. The city council of this or any
other city, may pass ordinances not at
variance with the organic act or
charter which ordinances shall be of
full force and effect within the limits
of the particular city. A nation may
legislate for the whole of its people.
But who dares say that Salt Lake City
can pass ordinances that shall be of 
force and effect in any other city or
state? Who dares affirm that the gov-
ernment and legislative assembly of
the State of Utah may enact a law
that shall straightway be effective in
New York or Ohio or California? In-
deed, who dares say that a man may
sit by his own fireside and make rules
for the government of the household
of his neighbor? Or that the president
and Congress of the United States can
pass laws that shall be effective in
the realm over which the king of Eng-
land reigns? And who dares say that
man can pass regulations and formu-
late laws that shall be of effect beyond
the grave?
	There is required for the sanctioning
of any agreement, contract, ordinance,
ceremony, performed on earth, and of
expected effect beyond the veil of death,
an authority higher than that of man,
and that is the authority of the holy
priesthood, which is the power and au-
thority given unto man to act in the
name of the Christ. Now, that par-
ticular work of reaching out after the
souls of the dead and doing for them
the work which they were not per-
mitted to do for themselves, constitutes
a special commission given unto the
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints; and under the direction of the
Godhead, there was someone whose
special function it was to confer that
commission, to bestow the requisite au-
thority. Now, whom do we find to be
the man. The man who held the
keys of that power before, and the man
whose coming has been predicted, the
man who held a peculiar relationship
to both the living and the dead, inso-
much that we read that he was trans-
lated, or taken from this veil of mor-
tality without passing through the por-
tals of death—none other than Elijah,
the prophet. In the closing words of
what constitutes the last chapter of
the compilation of Scripture known to
us as the Old Testament, Malachi de-
clares the word of the Lord to be that
he would send Elijah the prophet, who
should come with a special power of
inaugurating a work whereby the
hearts of the children should be turned
to the fathers, and the hearts of the
fathers to the children. Consider the
import of this remarkable scripture:
"Behold, I will send you Elijah the
prophet before the coming of the great
and dreadful day of the Lord: And 
he shall turn the heart of the fathers
to the children, and the heart of the 
children to their fathers, lest I come
and smite the earth with a curse." In
the present dispensation, Elijah has
come and has conferred that authority
upon man, and it is in the carrying
out of that commission which has for
its purpose, not the aggrandizement of
living men, but the doing of work that
shall count for the salvation of the
uncounted dead, that these people
known as the Latter-day Saints, are
devoting their time, energies, and
means to the creating and maintain-
ing of temples wherein may be per-
formed these saving ordinances for
the dead as well as for the living. In
the temple at Kirtland, Ohio, April 3,
1836, there appeared Elijah the prophet,
who declared unto Joseph Smith and
Oliver Cowdery: "Behold, the time has
fully come which was spoken of by
the mouth of Malachi, testifying that
he (Elijah) should be sent before the
great and dreadful day of the Lord
should come, to turn the hearts of the
fathers to the children and the children
to the fathers, lest the whole earth be
smitten with a curse. Therefore the
keys of this dispensation are commit-
ted into your hands, and by this ye
may know that the great and dreadful
day of the Lord is near, even at the
doors." It is with reference to this

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authority so possessed that the Church
makes its bold claim, a claim that is
expressed in its name, that it is in very
truth the Church of Jesus Christ. While
the Church teaches, inculcates and re-
quires of its people the broadest tolera-
tion of the views of others, holding that
while it claims for itself and its people
the right to worship according to the
dictates of their own consciences, let
them worship how, where or what they
may, those rights belong to all men,
yet, the Church proclaims itself, not
as one church among many, but as
the one and only Church on the face
of the earth within which may be 
found the eternal priesthood, with its 
powers and authority given of God.
       PLAN OF ORGANIZATION
   The plan of organization is such as
has been described by revelation. Its
wards and stakes, its missions, con-
ferences and branches, constitute a sys-
tem; and although, sometimes, defects
are found, they are due to mal-admin-
istration and neglect, rather than to
defects of the system itself. There is
this characteristic about the organized
Church of Christ - no officer therein,
in the proper discharge of his duties,
ever interferes with any other. There
is normally no chance of a clash; but
if some officer within the Church, be it
in ward orstake or one of the presid-
ing coucils of the Church, undertakes
to exercise his authority, irrespective
of the way in which God has said such
authority shall be exercised, there will
invariably be trouble; for the priest-
hood is to be exercised and its authori-
ty is to be used in the spirit of love, in
the spirit of brotherly affection, in the
spirit of help, not in that of oppression;
and whenever a man undertakes to use
the authority of his calling and the 
power of his office, be it that of deacon 
or teacher, priest or elder, bishop or 
stake president, high councilor, patri-
arch, apostle, or presiding high priest of
the Church, in any other spirit than
that of love, amen to the priesthood of
that man. For so hath the Lord spoken
Consider this declaration through mod-
ern Scripture, that the rights of the
priesthood are inseparable connected
with the powers of heaven and ther-
fore to be controlled only upon princi-
ples of righteousness: "That they may
be conferred upon us, it is true; but
when we undertake to cover our sins,
or to gratify our pride, our vain am-
bition, or to exercise control, or do-
minion, or compulsion, upon the souls of
the children of men, in any degree of 
unrighteousness, behold, the heavens 
withdraw themselves; the Spirit of the
Lord is grieved; and when it is with-
drawn, amen to the priesthood, or the 
authority of that man. . . . No pow-
er or influence can or ought to be main-
tained by virtue of the priesthood, 
only by persuasion, and meekness, and by
love unfeigned; by kindness, and pure
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knowledge, which shall greatly enlarge
the soul without hypocrisy, and with-
out guile, reproving betimes with
sharpness, when moved upon by the
Holy Ghost, and then showing forth
afterwards and increase of love toward
him whom thou hast reproved, lest he
may know that thy faithfulness is
stronger than the cords of death."
When men holding different offices in
the Church confer together and each
one seeks to keep within the limits of
his authority and jurisdiction, there
will be no trouble; but on the contrary,
difficulties will adjust themselves, and
order will prevail—the kind of order

that prevails in heaven, where there
is no conflict of authority and no ele-
ment of harsh rule.
   It has been said of the organization
known as the Church of Jesus Christ
of Latter-day Saints, that it is a mag-
nificent organization splendidly offi-
cered, and while that was said by one
who was not of us, I admit the full
force and effect of the remark, and 
desire to express my own thought as
a result of a somewhat careful study
of other organizations, including other
churches-that there never has been
upon the earth prior to the dispensation
of the fulness of time, any organiza-
tion, secular or ecclesiastical, which for
completeness or effectiveness could
bear any favorable comparison with the
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints. I made that remark to an
eminent professor of law while trav-
eling with him on a transcontinental 
journey not very long ago. He was
somewhat surprised at the boldness of
my declaration, and began to inquire in
detail as to our system of organiza-
tion, and what provision we had to
meet this or that exigency that might 
arise, and the conversation and inves-
tigation thus started was followed by
a somewhat extended correspondence,
and I have the written statement of
that eminent gentleman to the effect
that he fully agrees with what I said
and that from this time on a brief
description and discussion of the judi-
cial system established in this Church
will form a part of his yearly lectures
to the post-graduate students in the
law school of the great institution
with which he is connected. The sys-
tem of bishops' courts, high councils,
and the reviewing power of the pre-
siding councils appealed to him, and
he was frank enough to say that in his
judgment this must have come from a 
source of wisdom higher than that of
man.
	  CHURCH DEVELOPMENT.
   The Church of Christ is character-
ized by development rather than by
growth, and permit me to say that
there is a vital distinction between the 
two; further, that it is because we fail
to recognize that distinction that we
make so many blunders as individuals,

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communities and nations. There is too
strong a feeling abroad in the world,
and in the minds of men universally
manifest, that bigness and greatness
are about one and the same thing. My
friends, there is a radical difference be- 
tween them. This country of ours is
full of big men, but you can count
the very truly great men on the fin-
gers of your hands. Growth leads to
bigness, to the accumulation of stuff;
but that is not development. The snow-
ball rolling down the snow-covered
slope gathers as it rolls. It started as
a little thing that you could hold and
crush in one of your hands, but be-
fore it gets to the bottom, it has such
tremendous bulk and such mighty mo-
mentum, that it levels forests, breaks
down houses, destroys massive mason-
ry—just because it is big. The little
seed sprouts beneath the soil, sends its
tiny rootlets into the earth, its ex-
ploring leaves into the air, and in that
way drinks in the juices of the soil and
the gases of the atmosphere, and
weaves its wondrous tissue from that
kind of material, and in so doing pre-
sents before you a miracle compared
with which the destruction wrought
by the snowball is but a common affair.
The Church of Christ is the product of
development; from the time it was first
established, it has been acquiring pow-
er; it has been increasing its functions;
it has been reaching out and accom-
plishing more than it was able to ac-
complish at first, and to that devel-
opment thus begun and thus far man-
ifest, I bear to you my testimony there
is, there can be, there shall be no end.
	This work, even as far as this sphere
of action is concerned, will not be
complete until the sound of the saving
gospel has been carried to every son
and daughter of God, until every one
shall have had the privilege and oppor-
tunity of accepting or rejecting it; and,
though that evangelistic work were
hastened so that everyone now living
might hear it, the work then would be
but barely begun, for the work of the
Church reaches back into all the ages
that have passed, since man first came
upon the earth; the requirement of
obedience to the laws and ordinances
of the gospel is equally made of the
dead as of the living. Who are the
living but the present handful, destined
to go the way of the great uncounted
hosts who once have lived and died?
A scheme of salvation that applied only
to the few people who are living upon
the earth at any one time, to those,
only, who were living when Christ
walked and talked as a man among
men, or those and the rest who should
come afterward, were very incomplete.
God is not the God of the dead, but
of the living; and all live unto him
whether they be yet in the body of
flesh, or have already gone behind the
veil. Such is the work which the
Church of Jesus Christ considers to be
required of itself. Such is the extent
of its commission, and such is the
work to which it is devoting itself,
spreading the gospel among the living,
and providing for its promulgation
among the dead: and for the doing
upon this earth, in behalf of the dead,
of that which they were not able to 
do for themselves.
	In line with the plan of organization,
already referred to, let it be remem-
bered that unto the people the Lord
has delegated power and authority, and
he has given them the right of free
agency, and the right to govern them-
selves. To make clear the illustration
used already, I will say that any ward
has the right to decline by vote, to ac-
cept as its bishop, the man who is
nominated to them.
		PEOPLE HAVE CHOICE.
	The people of the ward may vote not
to accept him, and there is not any
power in this Church that can force
that man upon them. But, mark you,
the man or council that made that
nomination is answerable for that act;
and the people who vote to receive or
vote to reject are answerable for their
act. Each one is made to act in his
individual capacity; and I hope that I
shall never lose the spirit of the gos-
pel and of light to that extent that I
will refuse to raise my hand in sup-
port of one who is presented unto me
for my vote by the power and author-
ity of the priesthood; and, on the oth-
er hand, that I may never vote for a
man whom I feel in my heart not to
be the man who is the choice of the
Lord for that particular position or of-
fice. In other words, I pray that I
may have the spirit and power of dis-
cernment, and that I may know the
sound of the voice of inspiration, when
I hear it, and the sound of the voice
of God, when it comes to my ears; for
nothing that any council, quorum, or
established authority in the Church
may do can possibly relieve me of my
personal responsibility. On the other
hand, nothing that I may do can pos-
sibly bring unto me and fasten upon
me responsibility that belongs to some
other man, or to some organized and
established authority in the Church.
There is order and system in the
work of God; and this conference, to
me, is one of the greatest evidences
and proofs of the fact that the Church
which we call the Church of Christ, at
the present time, is verily what its name
declares. There is much in a name.
We are so used to meaningless terms
and titles, both of men and of prin-
ciples, or institutions and things, that
oft'times we forget that with the Lord
there is no meaningless name; that
every name, unto him, is fraught with
deepest import; and when he says,
"Call ye this the Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints," it is of
itself a charter of authority and an
evidence of genuineness which is all-
sufficient. Think of the responsibility
that belongs to one who claims mem-
bership in such an organization—mem-
bership in the Church of Jesus Christ.
Take unto yourselves the full import of
the meaning of the name you have as-
sumed, and the title you bear. Latter-
day Saints, let us live up to the name
we bear; in the name of Jesus. Amen.

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PRESIDENT CHAS. W. PENROSE

	I have been greatly interested in the
remarks to which we have listened
from Elder James E. Talmage, as I
have no doubt all those present have.
I was in hopes he would have con-
tinued his remarks so as to render it
unnecessary for me to occupy any of
the time, or at least but a small por-
tion, because I am afflicted, as he is,
with what we popularly call a cold.
	I bear testimony to the truth of the
main fact that he has related to this
congregation; that is, that in these
days, in these latter times, the author-
ity which is called the priesthood, au-
thority to represent Deity on the
earth; to speak in the name of the
Lord; to administer in ordinances per-
taining to the salvation of mankind;
has been restored to the etarth; that
it is not a mere dream or vision of the
night; not something that has
emanated from the minds of men; not
something that has been attained by
reading sacred books—but that which
has been actually sent down from on
high to the children of men upon the
earth.
	People who believe in the sacred
Scriptures, as they are called, the Old
and New Testaments, believe that in
former times communications were
had between the heavens and the
earth. When they read in the Bible
about the Lord manifesting himself
to Moses on the Mount, revealing to
him the code which is generally call-
ed the Mosaic law, they believe that as
a fact. When they read that Moses
and Aaron and Nadab and Abihu, and
seventy of the elders of Israel went
up in the mountain, and they saw the
God of Israel and he communicated
his will to them; they believe that is
true.  When they read about the angel
of the Lord speaking to Moses out of
the burning bush, they believe that as
a fact. When they read about God
communicating through the prophets
that succeeded Moses and Joshua and
those of his servants who ministered
in those times, they think that is all
right. When they read in the New
Testament about angels appearing;
about the angels singing at the time
when he came into the world, they
believe that is all right, because it was
so long ago; and when they read about
an angel delivering one of the apostles
out of prison, they take that as a fact.
When they read the last book in the
New Testament, the book of Revela-
tion, given by John, the apostle, when
he was on the Isle of Patmos, they
believe that he received those pur-
proted communications and that great
revelation which he was told to record
in a book; and many other things that
we are familiar with through reading
the Bible, they think that that was all
right, because it was in ancient times.
	But when we talk about revelations
from God in these times and about God
sending heavenly messengers now, that
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of derision generally comes upon the
countenances of men, particularly edu-
cated, learned men, and, indeed, upon
the faces of professors of religion. They
scout the very idea of angels coming
now, and when we talk about persons
like Peter, James and John, long since
dead, and John the Baptist, who was
beheaded, coming now and conferring
their authority upon living men, why,
it is looked upon as an idle tale, or as
an absurd fabrication. That is the
way it strikes people generally. And
it is singular that the strongest oppon-
ents of the idea that such things can
take place now, are men who profess to
be ministers of the Lord, men who by
their very calling and by the adminis-
tration and ordinances belonging to the
churches which they represent, should
believe in it, are the greatest oppon-
ents of the idea of actual communica-
tion from God in the latter times.
Nevertheless, that is our message to the
world. That is why we have about
two thousand missionaries who go out
from these parts to the world to preach
the gospel, and while there la-
boring among the people, doing
like the ancient servants of
God did, as commissioned by the
Lord Jesus Christ, serving without
pay, "without purse or scrip," as we
use the term: going out by the author-
ity which has been revealed from
heaven to publish to all the world the
glad tidings that the truth has been re-
stored; that the power and authority
called the holy priesthood, has been
sent down from on high; and that
there are men living on the earth today
who are clothed with all the power and
authority and spirit and blessing that
attended the servants of God who of
old were commissioned personally by
the Lord Jesus Christ.
	     MISSION OF CHURCH.
	That is our mission, to declare this
to the world, and to proclaim the word
of the Lord–not the opinions that we
may entertain in regard to doctrine and
principle, or the ideas that we may
have in regard to other matters, but to
carry a message, and that message is
divine; a message that has come from
above. And the word of the Lord to
all people of all races and tribes and
tongues, and authorities and callings
and positions, from the monarch to the
humblest peasant, is that they shall
repent–repent of their sins, their in-
iquities, their abominations, their mis-
rule, when they are placed in position
of power, their oppressions of the poor;
and for the poor to repent of all their
sins and omissions and their rebellions
–and the evils which they practice; to
call upon all mankind everywhere to
repent and turn to the Lord–not mere-
ly by exhibitions of contrition, by tears,
by lamentations, by falling down and
mourning over sin, but by turning
away from sin, by keeping from doing
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This is a proclamation that has come
from heaven, and it is in fulfillment of
a passage that you can read in the
New Testament, one we often quote, in
the fourteenth chapter of the Book that
John wrote, called the Book of Revela-
tions, the sixth and seventh verses. We
read that he saw an angel coming to
the earth.  He was told that the Lord
would show him things which must be
hereafter; that is, after his day,  and
in the text that I have referred to, he
says, "I saw another angel flying
through the midst of heave, having
the everlasting gospel to preach to 
them that dwell on the earth, and to
every nation and kindred and tongue
and people, saying with a loud voice,
Fear God and give glory to him, for the 
hour of his judgment is come, and wor-
ship him that made heaven and earth,
and the seas, and the fountains of
water." And he said another angel
followed, declaring that "Babylon is
fallen, that great city, because she
made all nations drink of the wine of
the wrath of her fornication." I say
that this proclamation that is being
made is in fulfillment of the prediction
of John, or, as the Lord revealed it
to him; that the angel which he saw
has really come to earth; not in a 
dream, not in the imagination of some
man or men, but literally, and truly, as
literally and truly as the visitation
of one man to his friend; that the angel
of God that John saw came and re-
stored the gospel to the Prophet Joseph
Smith, and that those beings whose
names have been mentioned here this
afternoon did verily come and ordain
Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery to
the authority which they held when
they were living men in the flesh.
	  ALL MUST REPENT.
   The proclamation is not simply that
people are to turn away from their sins
and to turn unto the Lord, but it pro-
claims the means whereby they may be
cleansed from their past transgres-
sions; that is, by faith in the Lord
Jesus Christ and obedience to his com-
mandments. One of the most impor-
tant of these to them is baptism by
immersion in water for the remission 
of sins. The individual who, by re-
penting, becomes dead to sin, by being
buried in the water by one having au-
thority to administer the ordinance, and
raised up again in the likeness of the
resurrection of Christ, is washed 
clean from his sins, not by the water,
but through the atoning blood of
Christ and his own act of obedience to
the commandment. Repentance is fol-
lowed by baptism, and the baptism 
must be administered, to be efficacious,
by one who has received divine author-
ity. It is a singular thing to me, and
to my friends who are associated in
this Church, that persons will pretend
to have divine authority when they 
avow that there has been no communi-
cation from God to man for hundreds
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of years. They will use the sacred
names of "the Father and of the Son
and of the Holy Ghost" when adminis-
tering their various forms of baptism
and other ordinances, when there has
been no communication between them
and the powers on high, and when they
declare that it has ceased for many
centuries; that there has been no such
thing since the days of the former apos-
tles and the days of the Savior, and 
also these ordinances, as men have 
framed them, are altogether different
from those administered by the apostles
of old. Yet these ordinances are ad-
ministered in those sacred names, im-
plying that the person who administers
them claims to have authority, because
he does this in the name of the Father
and of the Son and of the Holy Ghost.
Then, I say, that in order for the or-
dinance of baptism or any other divine
ordinance to be efficacious, it must be
administered by authority-the person
who administers it must have received 
the right to use those sacred names to
officiate in the ordinance.
 This authority is that which has
been called, this afternoon, and as we
understand it in our Church, the holy
priesthood; that is, divine authority;
authority given by Deity to  man to
act in his name; to act in the name of
God, in the name of the Father, in
the name of the Son, in the name of the
Holy Ghost; and that whatever he does
in the manner appointed, having re-
ceived authority to administer, will be
recognized in heaven, as Christ told
his apostles:  "Whatsoever you shall
seal, or bind, on earth, shall be bound 
or sealed in heaven, and whatsoever
you shall loose on earth, shall be loosed
in heaven."  That is the power and 
authority given by Deity to man and 
unless it is really given, it is not held,
of course; and, therefore, all the acts
that are performed by persons who
have not received that authority are
void so far as heaven is concerned.
Now, the importance of this fact is
that which I wish to impress upon this
congregation, for I suppose there are
present today, as there are generally, 
in assemblies here, some persons not
connected with our faith, that they
may understand that which we pro-
claim, and that which we are promul-
gating throughout the nations of the
earth. That is, that in the day and 
age in which we live, this diving au-
thority has been restored by personal
administration of being sent from on
high, and that authority is here, and
as Brother Talmage has declared, will
remain and will never depart again
from the earth.  It has its mission to 
perform in the greatest of all dispensa-
tions-the dispensation of the fullness
of times, in which, as the Apostle Paul 
of old declared,  "the Lord will gather
together in one all things that are in
Christ, both in the heavens and on the
earth."
 PROCLAIM REPENTANCE.
 Then, this proclamation to the world
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proclamation of salvation; that
through and by the atonement wrought
out by our Lord and Savior, Jesus
Christ, mankind will be redeemed
eventually from the effect of the fall;
that as by one man's disobedience
death came into the world, so through
the obedience of the one Redeemer, life
will come; and "as in Adam all die, so
in Christ shall all be made alive,"
raised again from the dead; but every
man in his own order; and after that
comes the judgment, when the book
shall be opened, and mankind will be
judged out of the things written in the
book, according to their works, as John
saw it in the vision. Not only can they
gain the benefit of Christ's atonement
by being raised from the dead, but by
obedience to his gospel, they will re-
ceive remission of their individual sins;
that is something more than a mere
forgiveness; it is remission, the wash-
ing away, of the evil acts of their past
lives; in other words, it is to be born
again, as Christ told Nicodemus, "Ex-
cept man be born of the water and of
the spirit, he cannot enter into the
kingdom of God," for "no unclean thing
can enter the kingdom of God." This
is the mode that the Lord has ordained
by which men and women may be re-
deemed from their own transgressions.
By repentance and obedience; by going
down into the waters of baptism and
being buried in the liquid graves, by
those having authority, and raised up
in the likeness of the resurrection, they
will be delivered from their former
transgressions, and, "though their sins
were as scarlet, they shall be washed
whiter than snow." Born of the water,
becoming a new person in Christ Jesus,
redeemed not only from the effects of
the fall, but from his own transgres-
sions, and standing clean and pure be-
fore the Lord, then by the laying on of
hands, of men ordained and appointed
and authorized, the Holy Ghost is con-
ferred as a gift to the baptized, repent-
ant believer. "Receive ye the Holy
Ghost," is pronounced, and the bap-
tism of the spirit then follows the bap-
tism of water, and the candidate is in-
itiated into the Church and kingdom
of God. This is the beginning of a new
life in Christ Jesus. From that time
forth it is expected that he will be
what his name implies-a Saint; in these
latter days, a Latter-day Saint, keep-
ing every commandment, walking in
the ways of truth and righteousness
and purity and virtue and chastity and
honor and integrity, living by "every
word that comes from the mouth of
God." That is what is expected of him,
and when the time of judgement comes
he will be judged "according to his
works," and if he has not kept his
covenants and is not worthy of the ful-
ness of glory in the presence of the
Father, he will have to take that which
belongs to him by his merits.
 UNAUTHORIZED CHURCHES.
 Now, I wish to refer to a popular idea
that prevails in the world among the
various religious sects that men have
made—they are all man-made—and
you can trace them right back to their
origin, every one of them, and see how
they commenced. They commenced
with men. No revelation from on high,
no pretense of any revelation, they
are the churches of men, and while
they contain many good things and
many good people, and they have done
a good work in preparing the way for
the coming of the Church and king-
dom of the Redeemer, yet they are
made by men, and the popular doc-
trine which they teach is that there is
nothing for man to do but just simply
believe that Jesus was the Christ, as
though that would be of any force or
effect in itself. Faith in Christ is es-
sential to begin with; if you do not
believe in Christ, you will not do as
he says. But he declares: "If any man
believeth in me, he will keep my com-
mandments." "Not every one that say-
eth, Lord, Lord, shall enter the king-
dom of heaven, but he that doeth the
will of my Father who is in heaven."
That is the doctrine of Christ which
he taught himself, and which he has
restored in the day and age in which we
live. And this authority which he has
restored is a real thing; it is power
from on high. It is just as definite
authority given to man from God as
authority given from a king, a parlia-
ment, a president to ambassadors or
other officials to represent them. And
the acts of persons who have not re-
ceived such authority will not be valid.
They are not recognized in heaven. It
is just as it would be with any man
who pretends to receive authority from
an earthly government and who has
received no commission. Yet, men will
presume to so officiate and pretend to
be servants of the Lord and claim to
be ministers of the Most High, though
there has been no connection or com-
munication from Deity to them, and
has not been among men for many
centuries.
	Now, in speaking so positively in this
way, we do not have any desire to cur-
tail the rights of men. As Brother
Talmage has explained, people have a
right to meet together and form a
club, or society, or political party, or
a church, if they please to call it a
church, and to choose certain per-
sons to minister to them as lecturers,
as preachers, as explainers of the
truth, to give out their notions and
ideas and theories; but no body of men
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the place of Deity and give divine
authority, or pretend to give divine
authority to any man, no matter what
his learning may be, no matter what
his talents may be, for man cannot
give divine authority, and the only
being that can confer it is the Lord
Jesus Christ who acts for and in be-
half of the Father, or the Holy Ghost
that speaks for both the Father and
the Son, or individuals who may be
sent from their divine presence to
minister among men here on the earth.
We proclaim that the veil that has
been between man and Deity for hun-
dreds of years has been partially re-
moved, and by and by, it will be en-
tirely taken away, and people who
dwell on the earth will understad God
and his ways and a man will not have
to say to his neighbor, "Know ye the
Lord?" for all will know him, from the
least unto the greatest, when the
truth is fully made manifest, and peo-
ple are willing to receive it, and the
light of the Lord shines in every place
like the light of the glorious sun. But
now, in the darkness of this world, we
have to go forth and proclaim this
gospel to all nations—to every nation
and kindred and tongue and people.
The message is to the ministers as well
as to the congregations; to the mon-
archs of the earth as well as to their
subjects, and to all people of every
kind and race and position. The word
of the Lord is: "Repent, Oh ye in-
habitants of the earth, and turn away
from your evil ways, and come unto
the Lord in faith, and he will draw
near unto you, and the heavens will be
opened and blessings poured down upon
you that you will scarcely have room
enough to receive.
	This is the opening of a new dispen-
sation, the last of all the great dis-
pensations,and the grand consummation
spoken of by all the prophets of old,
the time when the work of the Lord
shall be finished and consummated;
when the nations of the earth that will
not yield unto him, will come into col-
lision, and nation will rise against na-
tion, and kingdom against kingdom,
and people against people, until all the
predictions concerning the woes of the
last times will be fulfilled; and the
way will be opened for the coming of
the King of Kings to "reign in Mount
Zion and Jerusalem, and before his
ancients gloriously," This is that dis-
pensation that the prophets of old for-
shadowed. The Apostle Paul speaks of
it and the other apostles that were as-
sociated with him looked forward to the
grand events of the last times. All
the old testament prophets refer to the
grand and glorious work of the second
coming. They do not use the term
"second coming," but the coming of the
King of Kings—to take possession of
his own; the sages and poets and seers
of heathen nations had glimpses of
the glory of the latter days, and they
have all sung about it and spoken
about it, and the poets of latter times
all look forward to the time of univer-
sal brotherhood, when mankind will
bow the knee to the true God and meet
together in fraternal union, when the
bond of fellowship will unite nations
together and they will cease their wars,
and "turn their swords into plow-
shares and their spears into pruning
hooks; when nation will not lift up
sword against nation, and they will
not even learn war any more."
		PROMISES MADE.
	This is the beginning of the good time
that is coming, and the Lord has made
it manifest to all those who receive
this gospel and have yielded obedience
to it. It does not depend upon the tes-
timony of a few men; it does not de-
pend upon the testimony of those who
receive of these glorious personal mani-
festations; but, as the Lord promises
in the beginning of this work, every
soul shall believe in the testimony of
his servants, and repent of their sins
and receive baptism and the laying on
of hands in faith, shall receive the
Holy Ghost, and shall receive a testi-
mony from on high for themselves, that
the Lord has commenced the great lat-
ter-day work spoken of by the prophets.
And all the gifts and blessings and
powers that were enjoyed in the prim-
itive Christian church can be and are
and will be enjoyed in the Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It
is a restoration of the old Church with
all that belonged to it in the days of
the Apostles. Connected therewith is
the gathering of the Saints from the
four quarters of the earth, as predicted
also of old, that the Lord would send
his angels and gather his elect from
the four winds; that he would say to
the north, give up, and to the south,
keep not back; bring my sons from
afar, and my daughters from the ends
of the earth. And he is gathering
his people here, preparatory to the
time when his kingdom shall be estab-
lished, and they they may be able to
perform the work alluded to briefly by
Elder Talmage this afternoon, that this
gospel is not only for the living, but for
the benefit of the dead; for there is
but one way of salvation. God does
not invent many ways for people to
walk in in order to obtain his favor.
"Strait is the gate and narrow is the
way which leadeth unto life, and few
there be that find it," the Redeemer
said, and this one way is for all peo-
ple.
	It is the everlasting gospel, preached
before the law of Moses was intro-
duced, preached in the days of the Sav-
ior, restored in the latter days, and not
only to be preached to the living, but
also to those that we call the dead—
the departed—the living beings who
have left this earth—the spirits of men
and women who have departed from
the body and have gone into the world
behind the veil; they are living unto
the Lord; they have not passed away

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like a breath, or a vapor; their identity
is continued and they are living beings
without the body; that is all. The gos-
pel has to be preached to them, as
Christ preached it to "the spirits in
prison" during the time that elapsed
between his crucifixion and his resur-
rection, and this is a part of the work
of our brethren when they depart from
this life, having received this divine
authority that has been spoken about
this afternoon which abides with them
forever, the everlasting priesthood,
without beginning of days or or end of
years. When they depart from the
earth, having received that authority
they proclaim the gospel in the world
beyond the veil, among the millions
and millions of departed ones; they
must hear it. Every soul must have
an opportunity of obeying the one gos-
pel, whether in the flesh or out of the
flesh, and if they will not receive it,
then the fault will be theirs. and they
will lose the blessings that they might
have obtained by receiving it; but the
opportunity will be given to all people
at some time or another.
	There are ordinances which there is
not time this afternoon to explain, to
be performed in their behalf in the
temples which have been established
by revelation from God, one of which
stands on this block where we are now
meeting, a holy edifice, a sacred place
in which ordinances for and in behalf
of the dead, by the living who have re-
ceived the gospel, may be administered,
and the dead receive the benefit there-
of whenever they receive the gospel in
the spirit, and believe and repent, and
are obedient. These ordinances can be
administered for and in their behalf. I
just refer to this in passing this aft-
ernoon, that you may understand, all
of you, that the gospel that we have
and that we carry to the ends of the
earth is for the dead as for the living,
for all the race of Adam, and the time
will come in the providence of God
when "every knee will bow and every
tongue confess that Jesus is the Christ,
to the glory of God, the Father." Those
who receive the gospel in the flesh are
benefited and blessed in this time and
in all ages to come, and they become
ministers for others, and therein is
glory and immortality and eternal like
and power and dominion, and exalta-
tion forever and ever. Blessed are
they who believe and obey the gospel of
Jesus Christ while they dwell in the
flesh; blessed are they who afterwards
receive it, but not in the same degree.
Blessed are they who administer for
the living and for the dead, for honor
and glory will be multiplied upon their
heads forever and ever!
	   GATHERING THE SAINTS.
	The people who are called "Mor-
mons" or Latter-day Saints, who are
dwelling in these mountain valleys,
have been gathered from the nations
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them by the power of the Holy Ghost,
that this is his work for these things
are true. They are not led merely by
men, but they are led by the power
of the Holy Spirit, baptized by one
spirit into one church, having "one
Lord and one faith, and one baptism,
and one hope of their calling" and one
grand object in view—the redemption
of the human race, their broth-
ers and sisters, the sons and
daughters of Adam. This is what we
have in our hearts, and what we are
carrying to the world, and the false
stories that are told concerning us
have very little effect upon us. We
have become used to them. The Savior
said: "Woe unto you when all men
speak well of you, but blessed are you
when men shall revile you and perse-
cute you and say all manner of evil
against you falsely, for my name's
sake. Rejoice and be exceedingly glad,
for so persecuted they the prophets
which were before you." We have in-
herited this legacy of persecution with
the rest of the things pertaining to
the latter-day work, the Kingdom of
God, and we have become inured to
it. But it does not please us any more
because of that. But they may say
what they please concerning it, and
write all the falsehoods that can be
invented by wicked men and may be
received by the multitude, but as God
lives in the eternal world, the truth
has been restored, the power of the
Holy Priesthood has been sent down
from on high, and it is here to stay
and accomplish the work designed by
the Almighty.
	The gospel will be preached to all
the world, and the people of God will
be gathered together, the temples of
God will be built and the Saints of
God will enter therein and minister
for the living and for the dead, and
bind together the generations of the
past, preparatory to the coming of the
great king over us all. The work of
the Lord will go on and the schemes
of men will fail—all that they do
against this work will be in its favor;
no weapon that is formed against it
will prevail, and the tongues that are
raised against it will condemn; the
truth will go forth to victory in every
land, and the good and the true and
the upright will gather to our banner,
the banner of the Lord Jesus Christ:
the Kingdom of God will come, and
the will of God be done on earth as
it is done in heaven.
	I rejoice in these things, my dear
friends, my brothers and sister; I know
they are true as I know that I live. I
have devoted the greater part of my
life to the dissemination of these
things, at home and abroad, and while
I remain in the flesh, I desire to con-
tinue in the good work; and when the
period comes that I shall depart, I de-
sire to carry the same truths beyond
the veil and labor among the hosts in
the spirit world, and continue until the
work of God shall be consummated;
until the Lord shall come, and earth
receive her king. God bless you, my
brothers and sisters.

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I thank my friends for the many
congratulations which I have received
recently in regard to some matters you
are acquainted with. I thank you with
all my heart. I am one with you, and
with all the good and true in the earth.
I pray the Lord to shower down upon
you his choicest gifts and blessings,
and give you faith, and power to re-
main faithful to the end of your days
on the earth and obtain a crown of
salvation with the just and the true
in his kingdom, through Jesus Christ.
Amen.

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