October 2, 1831
Kirtland, Ohio
Sidney Rigdon baptized Orson Hyde. Joseph Smith confirmed Orson and ordained him an elder in the Church that same day.
Sources:
History of the Church, Joseph Smith, 1:219–20
Times and Seasons, 5:481
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