January 17, 1843

Nauvoo, Illinois
At an overflowing public meeting at his home, Joseph Smith spoke at length on the kingdom of God and the manner of baptism performed by John the Baptist.
Sources: 
History of the Church, Joseph Smith, 5:252
Wilford Woodruff Journal 2:212
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