Letter from Orson Hyde, 1 December 1877
Spring City
Elder W. Woodruff,
Salt Lake City.
Or to Prest. John Taylor
Dear Brother or Brethren
On my way to Richfield
conference, I met with the people
of Mayfield—a fine little settlement
and found them like children. We
had a most excellent ^time^ there. Next day
met with the people of Fayette, who
seemed to be warm hearted and alive.
In the evening of same day, met
with the people of Gunnison—a large
and attentive audience—a good time.
Next day, Friday, started for Richfield
where I had fondly hoped to meet Bro.
E. Snow, but was much disappointed
to find him absent, however, we attended
the conference—held five long and
strong meetings, and did the best
we could. Found things there in
