June 14, 1831

Kirtland, Ohio
Joseph Smith received Doctrine and Covenants 55, a revelation calling William W. Phelps to preach the gospel and to assist in making books of instruction for the children of the Church.
Sources: 
History of the Church, Joseph Smith, 1:185-86
Doctrine and Covenants 55 
Joseph Smith History A1:124 
Revelation, 14 June 1831 [D&C 55] 
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