The Brigham Young Center

Salt Lake City, U. T.
November 17. 1871.

To the Saints in Nephi, Juab Co. U. T.

This is to certify, that in accordance with the wish and appointment of the First Presidency, Elder Joel Grover, was, on the 10th day of November, 1871, ordained a High Priest and a Bishop of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints, and was set apart to preside over the Saints in Juab Co. and act as Bishop at Nephi; to direct, counsel and advise the Elders and Saints there in such manner as the Holy Spirit may inspire and instructions from the Authorities over him may indictate.

An we exhort you to give heed to his teachings, and to sustain him by your faith and prayers.

And we pray God to bless and inspire Elder Grover so to act, that he may prove as a father and a blessing to the people over whom is called and sent to preside.

Your Bro. in the Gospel
Daniel H Wells