Day in the Life

May 5, 1856

Journal Entry

May 05, 1856 ~ Monday

5th I took another course of medicine to day & had a vary sick
day I suffered much with Lobelia in my stomach my arm is still vary bad

Events

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Wilford rebaptizes family members over the age of 8 (3 wives, 3 children, and "Lamanite" boy Moroni).
Wilford appointed Assistant Church Historian (serves in Historian's Office from 1856 to 1883).
Wilford poisoned while skinning livestock; life saved through priesthood blessings.

May 5, 1856