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Rufus C. Allen informed that Lorenzo W. Roundy will bring him bundles of Indian goods and to dispose of them according to his best judgement and the Spirit.
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Instructions to Captains to care for the people and animals in the companies of which they are responsible. Further instructions to not interfere with other companies without express permission to do so. Contains some details on provisions, funding and Indian affairs. Advice to regulate travel and use good judgment to avoid hardship and cold weather.
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Brigham writes to his son words of affection and encouragement. He gives an update on immigration, the weather and indian relations. Mentions the status of an orthography and writing system.
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Brigham gives an update on Bernhisel's family and shares his desire for the Treasury Department to pay the drafts in Washington. Pay Roll will be sent with the next mail.
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Jane's letters exaggerate the dangers in Manti and her family is well. Jones is counseled to divorce Elisabeth if he is going to be influenced by Jane to mistreat her.
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Instructions given to use wagons, oxen and supplies to procure stone, how workers should be paid and complete a building in which the Legislature can meet.
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Direction given to Brother Benson to leave surplus flour and supplies at Fort Bridger.
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Brigham offers suggestions for planting and completing the fort. He advises the Brethren to assist the Indians with their farming operations, fix their tools and if possible to live among them.
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Encouragement given to George Peacock to come to the Legislature and retain his position in Sanpete County.
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A brief mention of the Perpetual Emigrating Fund and a request made to Franklin D. Richards to have a hand spinning wheel constructed, procure materials for the wheel, pay Emma Tanner, and purchase a Sykes Hydrometer for Robert Campbell.
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Brigham counsels the Brethren to put all their effort into the missionary work or return home. If Brother Hyde is unable to pay his debts Brigham will pay them.
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Approval to farm on Pioneer Creek after a fort is constructed.
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Counsel given to Milo Andrus, and references made about Bro. Empy’s business transactions, insurance and storage due on machinery, two parcels of hymn books, and a small Steam Engine for Brigham Young’s boat.
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As requested Brigham offers marriage counsel.
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Brigham consents to Taylor's request to go to the States to settle his affairs.
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Concerns [Bro] Wardsworth's refusal to accept labor tickets from men who worked on the road in Red Butte Canyon.
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Concerns Lydia's request for a bill from her estranged husband, Thomas S. Williams, and a likely unsubstantiated claim on his property.
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Brigham reprimands a man whose wife requested financial support from the church. He advises "Brother Bamford" against being sealed to women he cannot support and tells him to make provisions for her immediately.
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Directions for selling, delivering and giving away clothing and goods to the Indians and instructions to send records of all transactions.
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Brigham desires a suitable place be found for the Island immigrants before they arrive. He has instructed Elder Lyman and Rich to look into the matter. Because of the distance between them, Brigham counsels the brethren to make decision by the dictates of the Spirit.
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Instructions for Lyman and Rich to determine if the Rio Virgin or Muddy River area is a suitable place to settle the Sandwich Island converts.
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Brigham offers compassion and counsel to Dr. William over the loss of his son and proposes a couple options if he still desires to pay tithing.
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Brigham acknowledges receipt of a Map of Georgia.
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There are many musicians in Utah but they cannot sustain themselves solely on teaching and performing. Likewise, a soda fountain establishment may not thrive without additional articles of trade.
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Brigham declines to affiliate with the publication in question but does not oppose it.