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JS and Others, Blessing, to Orson Hyde, Kirtland Township, Geauga Co., OHThough the minutes specifically state that the “three witnesses” (Oliver Cowdery, David Whitmer, and Martin Harris) gave this blessing, it was under the direction of JS and the presidency. (Minute Book 1, 14–15 Feb. 1835.)

15 February 1835

15 Feb. 1835. Not extant.
Not before 25 Feb. 1836; Minute Book 1, p. 151; handwriting of Warren Cowdery.
30 Aug. 1843;
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Richards, Journal, 30 Aug. 1843.
Comprehensive Works Cited
Richards, Willard. Journals, 1836–1853. Willard Richards, Papers, 1821–1854. CHL. MS 1490, boxes 1–2.
JS History, vol. B-1, 566–567; handwriting of Willard Richards.
27 Dec. 1851; “Life of Joseph Smith,” Deseret News, 27 Dec. 1851, [1].

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