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January 08, 1853 ~ Saturday

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Wilford appointed clerk and historian of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles at age 45.

Wilford serves third term as member of Territorial Legislature.

ninth child born in and only lives two hours.

Wilford attends groundbreaking ceremony and dedication of site.

Wilford assigned to supervise construction of foundation; started digging February 23.

inaugurated as 14th President of 31 United States.