September 1, 1835

Kirtland, Ohio
Joseph Smith wrote an extensive letter to the elders in Missouri, explaining his actions and motives in settling the Saints there.
Sources: 
Letter to the Elders of the Church in Missouri, September 1835 
History of the Church, Joseph Smith, 2:253–72
Personal Writings of Joseph Smith, Joseph Smith, pp. 368–74
Joseph Smith History B1:606–612 
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