Church Business--Presiding Apostle, 1878 May 23-June 5

File — Box: 2A, Folder: 14

Identifier: A

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

John Taylor's arrangements for the immigration of a 60-year-old British female convert at his own expense; a letter to Daniel Tyler regarding his authorship of a history of the Mormon Battalion, and John Taylor's concern that it be reviewed by the church leadership to "eliminate anything that is undesirable"; the appointment of William A. Budge as president of the European Mission; discussion of introduction of rye cultivation in Utah; a directive for James A. Little to discontinue work on a new edition of the church compendium; and John Taylor's warning against unauthorized settlement in new colonies.

Dates

1878 May 23-June 5

Conditions Governing Access

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Some original items have been removed and placed in Reserve. Access must be given by the Manuscripts Curator and by appointment. An archivist must remain with the items if being used. Photocopies are available in the collection for research use.