Fairview July 30 [18]96. Pres. Wilford Woodruff, Dear Brother, The call for me to go to California on a mission came to hand in due time, I desire to do all that is within my power for the work of God, and wherever He wishes me to labor, there would I spend my time, and talents. I respond to the call willingly and go trusting in the Lord, hoping that I may be a worthy instrument in His hands in representing his cause in the earth ...

Josiah Hansen July 30 [18]96