June 15, 1835
Kirtland, Ohio
Joseph Smith wrote a letter to the brethren in Independence, Missouri, informing them of plans to print the "New Translation" of the Bible and requesting donations and loans to enable them to accomplish the work "as a great means towards the salvation of men."
Sources:
Personal Writings of Joseph Smith, Joseph Smith, pp. 363
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