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Day in the Life

May 23, 1877

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May 23, 1877 ~ Wednesday

23. I received a letter from president Young one Telegram & sent one

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1 Jun 1801 - 29 Aug 1877

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Wilford's wife , and children , and arrive in to serve in .

First time Wilford ever served as proxy in endowment when he completed endowment for "Prophet" .

General Conference held in completed , dedication of entire temple.

Wilford called to preside over the at age 70 (served until June 26, 1884).

First time anyone adopted (sealed) by ordinance to Wilford: , and their wives.

Wilford's family leaves to return to .

Wilford resigns as President of the Deseret Agricultural and Manufacturing Society after 15 years.

Site for dedicated by .

Site for dedicated by .

Wilford's son drowns in at age 20.

Church-wide priesthood reorganization directed by includes rebaptism.

May 23, 1877