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Atwood, M .E. to the Honorable Teachers of Hooper Ward

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05756.136 Author/Creator: Atwood, M .E. Place Written: Hooper, Utah Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1 February 1895 Pagination: 5 p. ; 20.1 x 12.5 cm. Order a Copy

A statement outlining eight differences between the teachings of the "Utah Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints and the way as laid down by the Prophet Joseph." He questions the Authority of Brigham Young and challenges the court to act on his claims.

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Young, Brigham, 1801-1877
Smith, Joseph, 1805-1844

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