June 25, 1844
Joseph Smith dictated a letter to his wife Emma from Carthage Jail, informing her of the new treason charge and of his interactions with Governor Ford.
Writings
June 26, 1844
Joseph Smith dictated a letter from Carthage Jail to Illinois Governor Thomas Ford, requesting an interview. He also dictated a letter to Judge Jesse B. Thomas, associate justice of the Illinois Supreme Court, stating that he and Hyrum were being held illegally and requesting Thomas to go to Nauvoo, obtain a writ of habeas corpus, and bring their case before an impartial judge.
June 27, 1844
Joseph Smith dictated a letter from Carthage Jail to his wife Emma. In his own hand he penned a postscript that included the following: "I am very much resigned to my lot knowing I am Justified and have done the best that could be done give my love to the children and all my Friends." Joseph then dictated a letter to lawyer Orville H. Browning, requesting his professional services.
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