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Source: Church History Vol. 3 Chapter 29 Page: 542 (~1870)

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542 'The work of the Lord is prospering in this part of the land; may it prosper in all the land till the Lord bring in everlasting righteousness.'

"Bro. Joseph Parsons, of Pittsburg [Pittsburgh], Pennsylvania, writes: 'We have now permission from the deputy mayor and signed by the mayor of the City to hold outdoor meetings whenever we choose, and we are very much in want of tracts for free distribution.' . . .

"John Taylor, of Hannibal, Missouri, writes: 'All is well, and the work of God is on the increase here.'

"John Taylor, of Nevada City, Montana Territory, writes: 'I think there could be a deal of good accomplished in this Territory in behalf of this work, if we had one or two faithful elders to give themselves to the ministry. I think there is no society in the Territory that could collect so large a congregation as they could, provided they could come.' . . .

"William H. Kelley, of Mantorville, Minnesota, writes: 'All is well, and additions to the church here occur almost daily.' . .

"Jacob Huntsman, of Albion, Noble County, Indiana, writes: 'I want you to be sure and send us a preacher this fall. Bros. Lanphear and Stone were here last January, and a good many here want to have them come back, commence where they left off, finish what they undertook, and satisfy the minds of the people.' . . .

"Bro. T. W. Smith writes from Machias, Maine: 'Prospect of a glorious work at Mason's Bay and Machiasport. Jonesport is bright indeed. Pray for us much. Some will obey here, one at least to-day.'"-The Saints' Herald, vol. 16, pp. 122, 123.

President Joseph Smith, through the Herald for September 15, gave the following cheering report of progress and prospect:-

"From every organized district, from every active branch, comes the cheering news, 'The gospel wins its way.' We pray therefore that there may be laborers sent into the harvest field.

"The Semiannual Conference convenes October 6, at

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