Wilford and others finished writing down the ceremonies and temple procedures.
Day in the Life
Journal Entry
May 12, 1877 ~ Saturday
^12^ I was a vary sick to day The Elders Administered to me
I took a Lobelia Emetic to try to relieve my lungs which
were vary tight. sI suffered much I discharged a great
of Phlem & bad matter but did not reach the foundation the
Brethren laid hands upon me. I slept till 12 oclok then awoke
and could not breath free and lie down I had to be bolstered
upon a rocking chair the rest of the night
Events
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Wilford administered first adoptions (two couples to Brigham Young) in St. George Temple.
Wilford's wife Phebe, and children Wilford Jr., Beulah and Phoebe Amelia arrive in St. George to serve in temple.
First time Wilford ever served as proxy in endowment when he completed endowment for "Prophet" Robert Mason.
General Conference held in completed St. George Temple, dedication of entire temple.
Wilford called to preside over the St. George Temple at age 70 (served until June 26, 1884).
First time anyone adopted (sealed) by ordinance to Wilford: Josiah G. Hardy, Samuel B. Hardy and their wives.
Wilford's family leaves St. George to return to Salt Lake City.
Wilford resigns as President of the Deseret Agricultural and Manufacturing Society after 15 years.
Site for Manti Temple dedicated by Brigham Young.
Site for Logan Temple dedicated by Brigham Young.
Wilford's son Brigham drowns in Bear River at age 20.
Church-wide priesthood reorganization directed by Brigham Young includes rebaptism.