August 16, 1834
Kirtland, Ohio
Joseph Smith dictated instructions for the high council of the Church in Missouri and urged them to sign a petition to Missouri Governor Daniel Dunklin requesting his protection.
Sources:
History of the Church, Joseph Smith, 2:144-46
Personal Writings of Joseph Smith, Joseph Smith, pp. 347-50
Joseph Smith Papers, Joseph Smith History A1:533–537
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