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Day in the Life

November 09, 1890 ~ Sunday

9. Sunday I spent the day in the House reading

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Wilford meets with three apostles regarding decision on polygamy.

Wilford issues Manifesto on polygamy as a press release. Official Declaration 1

Majority of members of the Church attending General Conference sustain the Manifesto.

Wilford inaugurates weekday religious education classes for elementary school-aged children (precursor to seminary and institute programs).