First Presidency, Correspondence, 1883-1885

File — Box: 2, Folder: 3

Identifier: I

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

George Reynolds, secretary to the First Presidency, letter to Edward Cliff, 14 March 1885, says: "I write by direction of Elder Franklin D. Richards. It is understood here that it would be desirable for reasons that need no explaining, that you should take a mission [in order to avoid imprisonment for polygamy]. Where would you prefer? How would New Zealand suit you? Our reason for asking is that at the present time there is no call for Elders in Great Britain; more have gone there than are required; while there is an appeal from New Zealand for missionaries by reason of the number of the natives who are joining the Church. Please state in your answer your feelings on this matter fully and frankly, and they will be appreciated by Bro. Richards." [Cliff was imprisoned for polygamy from October 1887 until April 1888.]

Dates

1883-1885

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