May - August 1844 Wilford serves fifth mission in the Northeastern United States; holds conferences, campaigns for Joseph Smith.
May 4, 1844 Wilford completes brick home in Nauvoo; over the next 2 years he lives in it for less than 6 weeks.
June 26, 1844 Wilford arrives in Boston to attend convention; nominate Joseph Smith for President of the United States.
August 8, 1844 Meeting where majority of Church members sustain the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles as governing body of the Church.