Apostle W. Woodruff read the 84th Section of the Doctrine and
Covenants, Revelation given Sept. 22 and 23, 1832. Admonished the
priesthood who were called upon to preside to feed the flock. We could
not build up Zion without the power of God to assist us. We ought
to be kind to one another, whether husbands, wives or children. All the
powers of earth and hell combined could not prevent Zion from
prospering, and the judgements of God will come upon the wicked.
The Lord will fight our battles. We should study the scriptures.
He expected to leave us in a few days to visit his northern home, and
attend the Conference to be held in Salt Lake City. He spoke of the
great work that Joseph Smith and Brigham Young had performed
in the earth in connection with the apostles and elders, and sometimes
those who profess to be Latter-day Saints speak evil of those who have
passed away. This should not be. Counselor John W. Young is here
with us. He has built a woolen factory at Moan Coppy, which is in
successful operation. He trusted it would be a benefit to the saints
and to the Lamanites. Hoped he would be assisted in his business.
Encouraged the young to lead virtuous lives and the young men
to marry the maidens. The Lord will remember his covenants with
the house of Israel. Thanked the Saints for the kindness extended to him.