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Jul 20, 1838

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July 20, 1838 ~ Friday

20 I received a letter from Elder Ball from Vinalhaven giving an account of the state of the Church in tha[t] place {Some
have denied the faith. Others [Warren Parrish] and Benton have written letters to them to destroy my influence. This way the priests of Baal have almost thrown me|shorthand} some of them were preparing
for Zion they wished me to call and visit them which may God grant soon [FIGURE] R I wrote a letter to the Church
on fox Islands directed to Priest Thomas who is a worthy Saint

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abt. 1787-aft. 1849

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1835 Southern Convert

21 Feb 1804 - 20 Sep 1861

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explains the need for all living and dead to receive saving ordinances.

Wilford baptizes father , stepmother , and half-sister in , Connecticut.

Wilford called to serve as a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Doctrine and Covenants 118

Wilford present for birth of his first child, , in .

Wilford returns to his mission in the .

Wilford receives news of his calling as an apostle; and call to go on mission to with apostles.

Jul 20, 1838