Nauvoo Testimonials
Date/Mo.	Year	Volume	Number	Page	Column	Type	"Title" or Description	Author	Note
3-May	1843	Vol. 1	No. 1	2	2	Note	Written to thank Nauvoo for their kindness	O.C. Skinner	Fighting bouts of insanity, Mr. Skinner wandered into Warsaw and was rescued by kind Saints. He wished to thank them, and he offers to give testimonials as to their kind and charitable character.
3-May	1843	Vol. 1	No. 1	3	5	Letter to the Editor	"To the Editor of the Weekly Bee:"	D.W.R.	Closed with, "Yours truly, (not a Mormon, but) on of the many friends to that much abused people." Signed, "D.W.R. Boston, April 1, 1843."
9-Aug	1843	Vol. 1	No. 15	3	4	Story	"Is it true!"	Editorial	Describes the city of Nauvoo from the perspective of someone who is not a member of the church. He states that there are about 15,000 persons in Nauvoo, and about 1/3 of which are not members.
13-Sep	1843	Vol. 1	No. 20	2	4	Reprinted Story	"Nauvoo and Joe Smith"	The New Haven Herald	"there is not a more industrious, moral, and well ordered town in the country," says a non-member who spent time in Nauvoo.
20-Sep	1843	Vol. 1	No. 21	2	6	Story	"To the Emissaries of Illinois and the Adjoining States"	John Harper	Written by a non-Mormon, describing the good in their community.
20-Sep	1843	Vol. 1	No. 21	3	1	Letter to the Editor	"A Visit to Nauvoo"	Signed, "J.E."	Character reference for the good community created by the saints.
18-Oct	1843	Vol. 1	No. 25	3	3	Letter to the Editor	"Mr. Editor" A character reference for Joseph Smith	Signed "A Traveler"	Speaks of the kind character of Joseph Smith.
25-Oct	1843	Vol. 1	No. 26	3	1	Letter to the Editor	"Mr. Editor" Reply to Mr. Gregg and the Warsaw Message.	John Harper	Describes an editorial he wrote for the Warsaw message that they refused to publish.
31-Jan	1844	Vol. 1	No. 40	1	6	Letter to the Editor	"To the Editor of the Nauvoo Neighbor" - In support of the LDS People	John Husband	Mr. Husband travelled with some Saints, and was very impressed with them
10-Apr	1844	Vol. 1	No. 50	3	3	Letter to the Editor	Description of the Character of Church Leaders	Signed, "A Traveler"	Provides a positive character reference for Joseph Smith
1-May	1844	Vol. 2	No. 1	2	1	Letter to the Editor	Character Reference for Nauvoo and Joseph Smith	Signed, "Sissimus"	Describes the beauty of Nauvoo and the kindness of Joseph Smith
15-May	1844	Vol. 2	No. 3	2	6	Letter to the Editor	Character Reference for Nauvoo and Joseph Smith	Signed, "An American"	Describes the misrepresentation the Saints have suffered in the news, and speaks highly of the city of Nauvoo and its leadership.
22-May	1844	Vol. 2	No. 6*	1	2	Letter to the Editor	Description of Nauvoo and Joseph Smith's Presidential Campaign	W.G. Goforth	Article published in "The Advocate" solicited the view of Goforth after his return from a trip to Nauvoo, in regards to Joseph Smith's Candidacy for President.
26-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 9	3	1	Story	"The Mormons" - From the People's (St. Louis) Organ	The St. Louis Organ	Story about the frequent extermination orders and prejudice against the Church.
2-Apr	1845	Vol. 2	No. 48	3	1	Letter to the Editor	The Signal and Whig Print Lies - Written by a non-member	Signed, "A Gentile"	A non-member of the church describes the hypocrisy and crimes of Thomas C. Sharp and others.
Relief Society
Date/Mo.	Year	Volume	Number	Page	Column	Type	"Title" or Description	Author	Note
10-May	1843	Vol. 1	No. 2	2	4	Announcement	"To the Presidency, and Ladies of the Female Relief Society of Nauvoo	Sarah M. Cleveland	Announcing the move of her family, soliciting kind wishes and prayers, and offering thanks for kindness.
20-Mar	1844	Vol. 1	No. 47	2	2	Story	"Virtue Will Triumph"	Emma Smith	Preamble and resolution read and accepted by the Relief Society, includes disdain for polygamy and "Spiritual Wifery"
16-Apr	1845	Vol. 2	No. 50	3	4	Announcement	Notice - Relief Society to Collect Subscriptions	Mary Smith	Asks the Sisters to collect the peany subscription to provide funds for the Relief Society.
Persecution and Mobbings
Date/Mo.	Year	Volume	Number	Page	Column	Type	"Title" or Description	Author	Note
24-May	1843	Vol. 1	No. 4	2	2	Story	"The Mormon Girl's Foreboding - Scene at Hawn's Mill Chapter 1"	Lytton	Article hides the names of the members of the church involved to protect their identities, includes a poem called, "Sadness.", article to be continued.
31-May	1843	Vol. 1	No. 5	1	2	Story	"The Mormon Girl's Foreboding - Scene at Hawn's Mill Conclusion"	Lytton	Describes the horrifying events at Hawn's Mill.
7-Jun	1843	Vol. 1	No. 6	1	1	Poem	"To a Ringleader in the late Persecution"	William Rogers	Laments the persecution heaped upon the saints.
30-Aug	1843	Vol. 1	No. 18	2	5	Story	"Carthaginian Mob"	Editorial	Describing the mobs in Carthage.
27-Sep	1843	Vol. 1	No. 22	3	1	Story	"More Mormon Difficulties"	Editorial	Mobs in Missouri and Carthage are planning meetings, and discussing the possibility of taking Joseph Smith to jail.
4-Oct	1843	Vol. 1	No. 23	3	1	Story	"The Warsaw Message and the Carthaginians"	Editorial	Speaks of the growing anger in Carthage.
11-Oct	1843	Vol. 1	No. 24	2	5	Announcement	List of Mob members in Carthage	Editorial	Lists the names of prominent mob members in cartage, with Walter Bagby most prominently displayed.
8-Nov	1843	Vol. 1	No. 28	2	6	Reprinted Story	Statement of the Carthage Mob	The Warsaw Message	Statement of the purpose and design of the Carthage Mob.
20-Dec	1843	Vol. 1	No. 34	2	5	Story	Gathering Mobs	Editorial	Discusses the formation of mobs opposed to the church, and expresses gratitude for their Governor who protects justice.
10-Jan	1844	Vol. 1	No. 37	2	2	Story	"Disgraceful Affair at Carthage"	Editorial	Mob action increases.
24-Jan	1844	Vol. 1	No. 39	2	2	Story	"Carthage Warsaw and Green Plains"	Editorial	Hostility to members of the Church has been found in each place.
31-Jan	1844	Vol. 1	No. 40	2	6	Story	"Missouri"	E.R. Snow	Discusses the persecution of the Saints by the Missourians
22-May	1844	Vol. 2	No. 6*	3	1	Story	"Joseph Smith vs. Joseph H. Reynolds…Religious Prejudice &c."	Editorial	Describes the religious prejudice suffered by Joseph Smith.
22-May	1844	Vol. 2	No. 6*	3	1	Letter to the Editor	Prejudice against the Saints, and the joys of Nauvoo	Benjamin Andrews	Speaks of Nauvoo and the great people there, as well as some challenges facing members of the Church.
5-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 8	2	6	Story	"More Mormon Exterminators"	Editorial	States that Boggs may not be "the only Nero in the land of Liberty."
21-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. SE	1	1	Story	"Reason Makes us Men"	Missouri and Illinois Mobs	Reproduces the resolutions drafted by the Mob's in Missouri and Illinois.
21-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. SE	1	2	Story	"The Preparation" - Mob's Armament Growing	Editorial	Describes the armament of the Saints and Others in preparation for battle.
21-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. SE	1	3	Story	"A Question" - Who leads the Mob?	Editorial	Describes the character of Mob leaders, and portrays the Saints as peaceful people who do not wish to fight.
26-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 9	1	5	Story	"Reason Makes us Men"	Missouri and Illinois Mobs	Reproduces the resolutions drafted by the Mob's in Missouri and Illinois.
26-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 9	1	6	Story	"The Preparation" - Mob's Armament Growing	Editorial	Describes the armament of the Saints and Others in preparation for battle.
26-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 9	2	1	Story	"A Question" - Who leads the Mob?	Editorial	Describes the character of Mob leaders, and portrays the Saints as peaceful people who do not wish to fight.
24-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 13	2	3	Reprinted Story	"Spirit of Mobocracy"	St. Louis Gazette	Describes the threat that mob justice poses to peace and prosperity.
18-Sep	1844	Vol. 2	No. 21	2	6	Reprinted Story	Extermination Order is a Good Idea	The New York…Republic	States that the extermination of the Church would be "...a work of Philanthropy."
27-Nov*	1844	Vol. 2	No. 30	1	4	Letter	Correspondence between Gov. Ford and the Mob - Threatening	Geo T.M. Davis & Gov. Ford	Davis implies that Gov. Ford will be prosecuted with the mob if he brings charges against them. Includes Gov. Ford's reply.
10-Sep	1845	Vol. 3	No. 19	2	3	Story	"Mobbing Again in Hancock!"	Editorial	Mobbing in Green Plains announced, and a list of the eleven buildings destroyed is presented. Includes an announcement from the Warsaw Signal Newspaper, inciting the violence.
10-Sep	1845	Vol. 3	No. 19	2	3	Story	"The Latest from the Burning Mob!"	Editorial	Provides later analysis which describes 44 houses destroyed in Green Plains and Lima.
10-Sep	1845	Vol. 3	No. 19	2	4	Announcement	Proclamation to the Citizens of Hancock County, Illinois"	J.B. Backenstos	A resolution for punishment of those involved in the mobbing, and encourages citizens to suppress the actions of the mob. Also states that citizens of Nauvoo should not leave the city.
17-Sep	1845	Vol. 3	No. 20	2	3	Story	Depositions of the Mobbing Victims	Various	Includes several depositions from victims of the mob, all recorded by Daniel H. Wells.
17-Sep	1845	Vol. 3	No. 20	2	4	Story	"Further Particulars of the Mob"	Editorial	Provides more information about the actions of the Mob.
17-Sep	1845	Vol. 3	No. 20	2	5	Story	"Law and Order"	Editorial	Laments the mob violence that is omnipresent, and states that it is a sign of the second coming.
17-Sep	1845	Vol. 3	No. 20	2	5	Story	Saints to Record Actions of Mob	Editorial	Encourages the Saints to keep a legal record (including depositions) of any violence they receive from the mob.
17-Sep	1845	Vol. 3	No. 20	2	6	Announcement	"Proclamation No. 2 to the Citizens of Hancock County Ill…"	J.B. Backenstos	Again attempts to stop the mob from performing their violent acts.
17-Sep	1845	Vol. 3	No. 20	3	1	Announcement	"Proclamation No. 3 to the Citizens of Hancock County Ill…"	J.B. Backenstos	Another attempt to stop the mob from performing their violent acts. Includes a resolution for their punishment.
24-Sep	1845	Vol. 3	No. 21	2	1	Announcement	Proclamation to the Citizens of Hancock County, Illinois"	J.B. Backenstos	A resolution for punishment of those involved in the mobbing, and encourages citizens to suppress the actions of the mob. Also states that citizens of Nauvoo should not leave the city.
24-Sep	1845	Vol. 3	No. 21	2	1	Announcement	"Proclamation No. 2 to the Citizens of Hancock County Ill…"	J.B. Backenstos	Again attempts to stop the mob from performing their violent acts.
24-Sep	1845	Vol. 3	No. 21	2	2	Announcement	"Proclamation No. 3 to the Citizens of Hancock County Ill…"	J.B. Backenstos	Another attempt to stop the mob from performing their violent acts. Includes a resolution for their punishment.
24-Sep	1845	Vol. 3	No. 21	2	3	Announcement	"Proclamation No. 4 to the Citizens of Hancock County Ill…"	J.B. Backenstos	Another attempt to stop the mob from performing their violent acts. Provides more allegations of bad behavior by the mob.
24-Sep	1845	Vol. 3	No. 21	3	1	Announcement	"The Sheriff of Hancock" - Recognizing Sherriff Backenstos	Editorial	Describes the bravery and intelligence of Sheriff Backenstos.
24-Sep	1845	Vol. 3	No. 21	3	1	Story	"Cost of Mobbing" - Financial Problems Created by Mob	Editorial	Provides rough cost estimates of the recent mob destruction. Provides a guess that 150 homes were destroyed.
24-Sep	1845	Vol. 3	No. 21	3	2	Letter	Letter about the Mob Violence in Hancock County	E.A. Bedell	Provides a firsthand account of the mobbing in Hancock.
1-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 22	1	1	Announcement	Proclamation to the Citizens of Hancock County, Illinois"	J.B. Backenstos	A resolution for punishment of those involved in the mobbing, and encourages citizens to suppress the actions of the mob. Also states that citizens of Nauvoo should not leave the city.
1-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 22	1	1	Announcement	"Proclamation No. 2 to the Citizens of Hancock County Ill…"	J.B. Backenstos	Again attempts to stop the mob from performing their violent acts.
1-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 22	1	3	Announcement	"Proclamation No. 3 to the Citizens of Hancock County Ill…"	J.B. Backenstos	Another attempt to stop the mob from performing their violent acts. Includes a resolution for their punishment.
1-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 22	1	4	Announcement	"Proclamation No. 4 to the Citizens of Hancock County Ill…"	J.B. Backenstos	Another attempt to stop the mob from performing their violent acts. Provides more allegations of bad behavior by the mob.
1-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 22	2	1	Announcement	"Proclamation No. 5 to the Citizens of Hancock County Ill…"	J.B. Backenstos	Another attempt to stop the mob from performing their violent acts.
1-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 22	2	4	Story	"Law and Order Triumphant"	Editorial	States that the government has nearly put an end to the mobbing, and that progress is being made.
1-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 22	2	6	Letter	"The Mob Chastened"	Alex Sympson	States that the mob are the real felons, not the Mormon people.
1-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 22	2	6	Announcement	"A Proclamation by the Governor of the State of Illinois" - Mob Violence	Gov. Thomas Ford	Provides a warning to the mob that they will be prosecuted if they continue their violent acts.
29-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 23	2	1	Reprinted Story	"Public Opinion" - Mobbing of the Saints	Editorial	Prints views from different newspapers about what is being done to the Saints. Includes articles from the N.Y. Herald and the N.Y. Mirror.
29-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 23	2	1	Reprinted Story	"Evils of Fanaticism" - Why the Church is being Mobbed	The People's Organ	Describes the problems associated with strong feelings, both those of the mob and those of church members.
29-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 23	2	2	Reprinted Story	"The Governor and the Mormons"	The Ottowa Constitutionalist	Provides a defence for allowing the Church to remain in Illinois.
29-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 23	2	2	Reprinted Story	"The Mormon War"	The Missouri Reporter	States the view that punishment can be given to the Church for the crimes it is alleged to have committed, but that bloodshed and mobbing is not the answer.
29-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 23	2	4	Reprinted Story	"Mormon Difficulties"	The St. Louis Reveille	States that the Church has a right to settle where they would like, and mobbing and terror are not proper punishments for law breaking.
29-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 23	2	4	Reprinted Story	"The Mormon Removal"	The St. Louis Reveille	States that the Church is willing to sacrifice everything for peace.
29-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 23	2	5	Reprinted Story	"The Mormon Question"	The St. Louis Reveille	States that even if all the accusations against the Church are true, they have still suffered more than the penalties would have been.
29-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 23	2	6	Story	"The Prospect &c. in Hancock" - Peace Restored	Editorial	States that several of those who burned Mormon homes are found in the police ranks "searching" for those who need to be prosecuted.
29-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 23	3	3	Story	"Addendum! In Hancock Circuit Court"	Editorial	Describes the legal battles currently taking place in Hancock County, in response to the mobbings.
Temple
Date/Mo.	Year	Volume	Number	Page	Column	Type	"Title" or Description	Author	Note
14-Jun	1843	Vol. 1	No. 7	2	3	Announcement	Temple Description	Editorial	The progress of the Temple is described, and a meeting at the Temple Site where Joseph Smith and Rev. Mr. DeWolf (an Episcopal Minister) taught the Saints is mentioned.
12-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 7*	1	2	Reprinted Story	"The Temple"	The St. Louis Gazette	Description of the construction of the Nauvoo Temple
16-Oct	1844	Vol. 2	No. 25	3	1	Story	"To the Friends of the Temple" - Petition for Donations	William Clayton	Petitions the saints to donate to the Temple, and instructs them how to do so.
6-Nov	1844	Vol. 2	No. 28	3	5	Announcement	Temple needs Milk Cows	William Clayton	Describes a need for milk cows, and encourages saints to consider giving a cow to the temple as tithing.
4-Dec	1844	Vol. 2	No. 31	2	6	Story	"A Voice from the Temple" - Tithing	N.K. Whitney & George Miller	Discussing the tithing donated by the Saints for use in the Temple, and the progress on the Temple.
18-Jun	1845	Vol. 3	No. 7	2	3	Story	Finishing the Temple	Editorial	Describes visitors to the Temple lot, and the great craftsmanship present in the Temple.
30-Jul	1845	Vol. 3	No. 13	2	3	Story	"The Steeple of the Temple" - Announcing the Progress	Editorial	Describes the raising of the steeple, and provides measurements for the nearly completed Temple.
13-Aug	1845	Vol. 3	No. 15	2	3	Announcement	"The Last Shingle" - The Temple Roof is Completed	Editorial	Announces the complete enclosure from the elements of the Temple. The Neighbor was delayed in order to bring this news.
13-Aug	1845	Vol. 3	No. 15	2	4	Announcement	"Chant" - Nauvoo Band Playing in the Steeple	Editorial	Describes the Band ascending to the steeple of the temple to play their music, and states that it sounded as if their music came from heaven.
27-Aug	1845	Vol. 3	No. 17	3	3	Story	"Roof of the Temple" - Materials	Editorial	Describes the different materials used to create the roof of the Temple, and estimates its value to be two million dollars.
Masons
Date/Mo.	Year	Volume	Number	Page	Column	Type	"Title" or Description	Author	Note
28-Jun	1843	Vol. 1	No. 9	3	1	Story	"Free Masons"	Editorial	Worshipful Master Mr. H. Smith laid the Corner Stone while Mr. J. Taylor offered the oration during the Masonic Temple Corner Stone Celebration.
13-Mar	1844	Vol. 1	No. 46	3	3	Announcement	"Masonic Notice"	William Clayton	Announcing the April 5th dedication of the new Masonic Hall.
3-Apr	1844	Vol. 1	No. 49	2	3	Story	"Dedication" of Masonic Temple	Editorial	Speaks of the planned dedication of the Masonic Temple in Nauvoo. Contains pieces called "The Entered Apprentice's Song," and "For the Anniversary of St. John."
Joseph Smith - Legal Problems
Date/Mo.	Year	Volume	Number	Page	Column	Type	"Title" or Description	Author	Note
12-Jul	1843	Vol. 1	No. 11	1	3	Story	Trial of Joseph Smith Part 1	Parley P. Pratt	Witnesses included H. Smith, P. Pratt, B. Young, George W. Pilkin, Lyman Wight, and S. Rigdon. Hyrum testified that Joseph has Joseph Smith Senior for the last 2 years.
19-Jul	1843	Vol. 1	No. 12	2	4	Reprinted Story	"More of the Late Arrest"	The State Register	Describes the arrest and incarceration of Joseph Smith.
19-Jul	1843	Vol. 1	No. 12	2	6	Story	"Arrest of Joseph Smith - To the Editor of the Chicago Democrat"	G. Dixon	Describes the state of the citizens of Nauvoo.
19-Jul	1843	Vol. 1	No. 12	3	4	Story	"A Public Meeting in Relation to the Late Arrest of General Joseph Smith"	Sidney Rigdon	Thanking Sanger and Dixon, and announcing the arrest of Joseph Smith.
26-Jul	1843	Vol. 1	No. 13	1	1	Poetry	"The Kidnapping of Gen. Joseph Smith"	Eliza R. Snow	States that Reynolds, the Sherriff of Jackson County, MO and Wilson of Carthage, Hancock County Ill kidnapped Joseph Smith when they arrested him.
26-Jul	1843	Vol. 1	No. 13	1	1	Story	"Trial of Joseph Smith Continued"	Editorial	George W. Pitkin and Brigham Young, and Lyman Wight, and Sidney Rigdon's sworn testimony.
23-Aug	1843	Vol. 1	No. 17	1	3	Story	"Mr. Adams Address" Introduction	Editorial	Originally published in the Sangamo Journal in regards to The Register's version of Mr. Adams Address, which was not truthful.
23-Aug	1843	Vol. 1	No. 17	1	3	Story	"Mr. Adams Address - Arrest of Smith"	Mr. Adams	Speaks of the political power wielded by the saints, and the persecutions of the mobs.
23-Aug	1843	Vol. 1	No. 17	2	5	Letter to the Editor	Joseph's Trial, as written from Missouri	J. Hall	Letter about the plight of Joseph Smith, and speaking of the politics of the day.
30-Aug	1843	Vol. 1	No. 18	2	1	Reprinted Story	"Illinois and Missouri"	The State Register	Correspondence between Governors, wherein Governor Reynolds (Missouri) asks Governor Ford (Illinois) to call out the Militia to enforce the arrest of Joseph Smith.
30-Aug	1843	Vol. 1	No. 18	2	5	Story	"Illinois (alias) Missouri	Editorial	Saints defending Joseph, and exploring the political motivations behind the Governor's actions.
13-Sep	1843	Vol. 1	No. 20	3	1	Letter to the Editor	"For the Neighbor"	A. Young	Describes further the legal situation of Joseph Smith
13-Dec	1843	Vol. 1	No. 33	1	5	Ordinances	"An Extra Ordinance for the Extra Case of Joseph Smith and Others"	Joseph Smith	Anyone who comes to arrest Joseph Smith or other citizens involved in "Missouri Difficulties" will be arrested, and if found guilty, incarcerated for life.
21-Feb	1844	Vol. 1	No. 43	2	6	Story	"Public Meeting" - Warsaw Mobber's Resolution	Warsaw Mob	Mob officially created by resolution
15-May	1844	Vol. 2	No. 3	3	1	Story	Joseph Smith requests Writ of Habeas Corpus and other Documents	Joseph Smith &c.	Petition for a writ of Habeas Corpus from the Court. It should be noted that Joseph is referred to as "Joseph Smith Sr." in these court documents.
12-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 7*	1	3	Story	"Religion and Politics"	Signed "O.S."	Long article describing the current political state, and giving details about each candidate.
12-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 7*	3	2	Ordinances	Affidavits about the Mock Court held in Missouri	W.W. Phelps	Phelps certifies that any court proceedings held in Missouri concerning the Prophet were "a sham," and that no fair trial has been provided for Joseph.
17-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. SE	1	2	Letter	Letter from R.D. Foster to Joseph Smith	R.D. Foster	Foster states that he refuses to meet with Joseph Smith, and writes many inflammatory statements about the church.
19-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 8	1	5	Letter	"Letters of Mrs. Emma Smith to Gov. Thomas Carlin and His Answers."	Emma Smith	Presents the letters between Emma and Gov. Carlin.
19-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 8	2	5	Letter	"To Gen. J. Smith" - R.D. Foster's Refusal to meet with Joseph Smith	R.D. Foster	Fosters states that because of Joseph's reputation he would not meet with him to discuss anything.
21-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. SE	1	4	Announcement	"State of Illinois vs. Joseph Smith and Others"	The State of Illinois	Presents the court proceedings against Joseph, and gives the names of all those arrested.
26-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 9	2	3	Announcement	"State of Illinois vs. Joseph Smith and Others"	The State of Illinois	Presents the court proceedings against Joseph, and gives the names of all those arrested.
30-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. SE	1	2	Story	Legal Documents concerning Joseph and Hyrum	Various	The papers given by the State of Illinois to the Jailer, and others.
3-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 10	1	5	Story	Legal Documents concerning Joseph and Hyrum	Various	The papers given by the State of Illinois to the Jailer, and others.
Joseph Smith - Presidential Campaign
Date/Mo.	Year	Volume	Number	Page	Column	Type	"Title" or Description	Author	Note
8-Nov	1843	Vol. 1	No. 28	2	4	Story	"Who Shall be our Next President"	Editorial	An LDS perspective on who to vote for.
28-Feb	1844	Vol. 1	No. 44	2	3	Story	"For President, Joseph Smith"	Editorial	Describes the bold action the Saints must take for government recognition, even nominating Joseph Smith for President of the United States.
28-Feb	1844	Vol. 1	No. 44	2	5	Announcement	"General Smith's Views of the Powers… for sale."	Editorial	"General Smith's Views of the Powers and Policy of the Government of the United States," a 12 page pamphlet, is announced for sale in the Mansion House.
6-Mar	1844	Vol. 1	No. 45	2	1	Announcement	"For President, Gen. Joseph Smith…"	Editorial	This is the first time that Gen. James A. Bennet is listed as the Vice Presidential Candidate.
13-Mar	1844	Vol. 1	No. 46	3	2	Story	Who Shall be our Executive?	A. Dolrseens	Joseph is described as General, a legislator, and a jurist.
20-Mar	1844	Vol. 1	No. 47	2	2	Reprinted Story	"A New Candidate for the Presidency"	Several Newspapers	Articles announcing the candidacy of Joseph Smith for President.
3-Apr	1844	Vol. 1	No. 49	1	1	Letter to the Editor	Joseph Smith for President	A. Young	A letter to the editor describing the positive attributes that Joseph Smith would bring to the office of the Preisidency.
10-Apr	1844	Vol. 1	No. 50	2	3	Story	"A New Advocate for a National Bank"	Editorial	Speaks of Joseph Smith's platform concerning a National Bank.
17-Apr	1844	Vol. 1	No. 51	1	4	Reprinted Story	"The Globe and Joe Smith"	The Sangame Journal	Written in favor of Joseph Smith's candidacy for President, and his opinion of the role of government, by a non-member.
17-Apr	1844	Vol. 1	No. 51	2	4	Story	Land of Liberty	Joseph Smith	A document outlining the freedoms of this country and speaking of his candidacy for President.
24-Apr	1844	Vol. 1	No. 52	2	1	Story	"Public Meeting" - Presidential Campaign Strategy	John Taylor	Meeting in Joseph Smith's store, spoke about political influence, polling data, and other concerns.
24-Apr	1844	Vol. 1	No. 52	2	5	Reprinted Story	Joseph Smith and "Views of the Powers and Policy of the…"	The Boston Bee	Describes Joseph's desire to cut congress by 1/2, and pay them $2 per day, except Sundays.
1-May	1844	Vol. 2	No. 1	2	6	Letter to the Editor	Support of Joseph Smith's Candidacy"	A. Riply	Describes the merits of Joseph Smith's Campaign.
8-May	1844	Vol. 2	No. 2	2	1	Story	"General Smith's Views"	Editorial	Describes reasons to vote for Joseph for President
8-May	1844	Vol. 2	No. 2	2	1	Story	"General Smith's Views of the Powers and Policy of the Government…"	Joseph Smith	Written by Joseph to announce his platform, and his views on Government.
15-May	1844	Vol. 2	No. 3	2	3	Letter to the Editor	Politics and Joseph Smith	A. Young	Long article which describes the current candidates for President, and why Joseph Smith would make the best candidate of them all.
15-May	1844	Vol. 2	No. 3	2	4	Announcement	"The State Convention"	Editorial	Informs the Saints of their "duty" to nominate state electors that will support Joseph Smith.
22-May	1844	Vol. 2	No. 6*	1	1	Letter to the Editor	Candidates for President	A. Riply	Describes the candidates and political parties involved in the Presidential Election, without mentioning much about Joseph Smith.
22-May	1844	Vol. 2	No. 6*	1	2	Letter to the Editor	Description of Nauvoo and Joseph Smith's Presidential Campaign	W.G. Goforth	Article published in "The Advocate" solicited the view of Goforth after his return from a trip to Nauvoo, in regards to Joseph Smith's Candidacy for President.
22-May	1844	Vol. 2	No. 6*	2	1	Story	"Minutes of a Convention held in the City of Nauvoo…"	Editorial	Describes the State Convention, and includes some correspondence between Joseph Smith and Illinois Politicians.
29-May	1844	Vol. 2	No. 7	2	1	Announcement	Gen. Joseph Smith for President, with Sidney Rigdon as Vice President	Editorial	The first ad which lists Sidney Rigdon as the Vice Presidential Candidate.
29-May	1844	Vol. 2	No. 7	2	3	Story	"Truth is Mighty" - Correspondence between J. Smith and Henry Clay	J. Smith & H. Clay	Correspondence between the two Presidential Candidates.
5-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 8	2	3	Story	"General Smith's views of the Powers and Policy of the United States"	Editorial	Presents Joseph's views that the Government should buy the freedom of every black slave, in order to secure emancipation.
12-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 7*	2	5	Story	"Turn Away" - The Advancement of Joseph's Campaign	Editorial	Describes the vast amount of news attention that Joseph Smith's candidacy is creating.
26-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 9	3	2	Story	Joseph Smith for President	Signed, "Libertas"	Describes the prestige of having a righteous man run for President.
14-Aug	1844	Vol. 2	No. 16	2	3	Story	"The Next President"	Editorial	Says that the Saints will never find someone who shares Joseph Smith's views to support for president.
Joseph Smith - Martyrdom
Date/Mo.	Year	Volume	Number	Page	Column	Type	"Title" or Description	Author	Note
30-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. SE	1	1	Story	"Awful Assassination! The Pledged Faith of the State of Illinois stained…"	Editorial	Describes the offer of protection from Gov. Ford, and the subsequent assassination of Joseph and Hyrum Smith.
30-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. SE	1	1	Letter	Announcing the Assassination to Emma Smith	Willard Richards and others	Written by Willard Richards, John Taylor, and Samuel H. Smith, tells the Saints to be prepared for another attack.
30-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. SE	1	2	Story	"Statement of Facts!" - Describing the Events of the Past Week	Editorial	Tells the story leading up to the Martyrdom.
30-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. SE	1	4	Letter	To the People of the State of Illinois" - Proclamation by Gov. Ford	Gov. Thomas Ford	Describes the martyrdom from his perspective.
2-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. SE	1	1	Story	"Awful Assassination! The Pledged Faith of the State of Illinois stained…"	Editorial	Describes the offer of protection from Gov. Ford, and the subsequent assassination of Joseph and Hyrum Smith.
2-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. SE	1	1	Letter	Announcing the Assassination to Emma Smith	Willard Richards and others	Written by Willard Richards, John Taylor, and Samuel H. Smith, tells the Saints to be prepared for another attack.
2-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. SE	1	2	Story	"Statement of Facts!" - Describing the Events of the Past Week	Editorial	Tells the story leading up to the Martyrdom.
2-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. SE	1	4	Letter	To the People of the State of Illinois" - Proclamation by Gov. Ford	Gov. Thomas Ford	Describes the martyrdom from his perspective.
2-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. SE	1	6	Letter	"Signs of Peace" - Instructions from Gov. Ford	Gov. Thomas Ford	Letter from Thomas Ford to Colonel Fellowes and Captain Jones describing actions they should take to ensure peace.
2-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. SE	1	6	Letter	"To the City Council of Nauvoo" - Instructions from Gov. Ford	Hart Fellows, A. Jonas	Letter from Fellows and Jonas that presents Gov. Ford's letter and describes the necessary actions to ensure peace.
2-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. SE	1	6	Ordinances	Meeting of the City Council - Resolution for Peace	Geo W. Harris	Resolution that states that the Saints will not rebel or avenge the mob violence, and will remain loyal to the State Government.
2-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. SE	1	6	Announcement	"Public Meeting" - Votes of Thanks	Editorial	The Saints, gathered together for a large meeting, provide votes of thanks for the many who have helped Joseph Smith.
3-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 10	1	4	Story	"Awful Assassination! The Pledged Faith of the State of Illinois stained…"	Editorial	Describes the offer of protection from Gov. Ford, and the subsequent assassination of Joseph and Hyrum Smith.
3-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 10	1	5	Letter	Announcing the Assassination to Emma Smith	Willard Richards and others	Written by Willard Richards, John Taylor, and Samuel H. Smith, tells the Saints to be prepared for another attack.
3-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 10	1	5	Story	"Statement of Facts!" - Describing the Events of the Past Week	Editorial	Tells the story leading up to the Martyrdom.
3-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 10	2	2	Letter	To the People of the State of Illinois" - Proclamation by Gov. Ford	Gov. Thomas Ford	Describes the martyrdom from his perspective.
3-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 10	2	3	Story	"Proclamation" - Instruction to Carthage Residents	M.R. Deming	The Brig. Gen. of the 4th Brigade and 5th division writes to Carthage to provide them with information needed to keep the peace.
3-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 10	2	4	Letter	"Signs of Peace" - Instructions from Gov. Ford	Gov. Thomas Ford	Letter from Thomas Ford to Colonel Fellowes and Captain Jones describing actions they should take to ensure peace.
3-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 10	2	4	Ordinances	Meeting of the City Council - Resolution for Peace	Geo W. Harris	Resolution that states that the Saints will not rebel or avenge the mob violence, and will remain loyal to the State Government.
3-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 10	2	4	Announcement	"Public Meeting" - Votes of Thanks	Editorial	The Saints, gathered together for a large meeting, provide votes of thanks for the many who have helped Joseph Smith.
3-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 10	3	1	Story	"Willful Murder!" - The Death of Joseph and Hyrum	Editorial	Describes the story of the Martyrdom.
3-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 10	3	1	Story	"Scenes and Signs" - The Need for Peace	Editorial	Describes the peace that the Saints should ensure, despite the violent times.
10-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 11	2	5	Reprinted Story	"Public Opinion" - The Martyrdom	Various Newspapers	Provides the reactions of several newspapers to the martyrdom.
10-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 11	2	5	Reprinted Story	"Joseph Smith the Mormon Prophet and His Brother Hyrum Murdered…"	The Illinois State Register	Describes the first news of the martyrdom.
10-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 11	2	5	Reprinted Story	Governor Ford and the Mormons	The Quincy Herald	States that the murders were "in cold blood."
10-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 11	2	6	Reprinted Story	"The Mormon Difficulties"	The Sangamo Journal	Describes the Martyrdom.
10-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 11	2	6	Reprinted Story	"The Murders at Carthage"	The Missouri Republican	Describes the Martyrdom.
10-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 11	3	1	Reprinted Story	"Murder of Joe and Hyrum Smith by a Mob"	The Bloomington Herald	Describes the Martyrdom.
17-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 12	1	1	Poetry	The Martyrdom of Joseph and Hyrum	E.R. Snow	Poem describing her feelings after the Martyrdom. Very difficult to read print.
17-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 12	2	4	Reprinted Story	"The Murder of the Mormon Prophet and his Brother"	The Lee County Democrat	States that if violence isn't arrested, "freedom is butchered."
17-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 12	2	4	Reprinted Story	"Public Opinion" - The Martyrdom	Various Newspapers	Provides the reactions of several newspapers to the martyrdom.
17-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 12	2	5	Reprinted Story	The Deaths of Joe and Hyrum Smith	The St. Louis Transcript	Describes the Martyrdom.
24-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 13	3	1	Story	"Two Minues in Jail" - The Martyrdom of the Prophet	Willard Richards	Tells the story of the Martyrdom from inside the Jail.
24-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 13	3	4	Reprinted Story	"Disgraceful Murder of Joseph and Hyrum Smith"	The Randolph Co. Record	Describes the Martyrdom.
31-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 14	1	1	Poetry	"Lamentation - Joseph and Hyrum Smith"	Anonymous	Poem describing the martyrdom.
31-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 14	2	4	Reprinted Story	"The Last Prophet is Dead"	The Mt. Carmel Plough-boy	Suggests that Mormons should be "judged by our laws, and not by our muskets," but seems to think the church committed illegal actions.
31-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 14	3	2	Reprinted Story	"The Finale" - The Deaths of Joseph and Hyrum Smith	The Baltimore Saturday…	States that there are contradictory accounts as to what may have happened. Originally published in the Baltimore Saturday Visitor.
31-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 14	3	2	Reprinted Story	"Massacre of the Mormon Prophet and His Brother; Fate of the Mormons"	The New York Herald	Describes the martyrdom.
31-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 14	3	2	Reprinted Story	"The Recent Riots and Insurrection - Public Opinion Here and Abroad"	The New York Herald	Speaks of mob violence in Philadelphia and Illinois.
31-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 14	3	3	Reprinted Story	"The Mormons - Brutal Murder of Joe Smith"	The Wayne County Record	Describes the martyrdom.
7-Aug	1844	Vol. 2	No. 15	2	3	Letter	Thoughts about the Martyrdom - Cincinatti, Ohio	Anonymous	A letter from someone in Cincinatti to a relative in Nauvoo describing what they had heard about Joseph Smith's Murder.
7-Aug	1844	Vol. 2	No. 15	2	3	Letter	Thoughts about the Martyrdom - Fair Haven, Connecticut	Anonymous	A letter from someone in Connecticut describing what they heard about Joseph Smith's Murder.
7-Aug	1844	Vol. 2	No. 15	2	5	Story	"The Murder"	Editorial	Describes the anger felt by the Saints because of the murder of their leaders.
7-Aug	1844	Vol. 2	No. 15	3	3	Reprinted Story	"The Murder of the Smiths - Slaying Under Trust"	The New York True Sun	Describes the conspiracy that lead to the death of Joseph and Hyrum Smith, and contains resolutions to "further secure the peace, friendship, and happiness of the [Mormons]."
14-Aug	1844	Vol. 2	No. 16	1	1	Poetry	"Joseph Smith" - Praise to the Man	The Times and Seasons	To be sung to the tune of "Star in the East," what we now know as Praise to the Man.
14-Aug	1844	Vol. 2	No. 16	1	6	Reprinted Story	"Joseph Smith, Mayor of Nauvoo, Murdered"	The Philadelphia Sun	Describes the martyrdom as a vicious crime, and lends support and credibility to the Church.
28-Aug	1844	Vol. 2	No. 18	2	6	Reprinted Story	"More Humbuggery and Priestcraft"	The St. Louis Era	Addresses reports that Joseph Smith rose from the dead, and travels on a white horse with a sword drawn.
28-Aug	1844	Vol. 2	No. 18	3	1	Reprinted Story	"Public Opinion" - The Martyrdom	Various Newspapers	Provides the reactions of several newspapers to the martyrdom.
28-Aug	1844	Vol. 2	No. 18	3	1	Reprinted Story	"The Assassination of Joe Smith"	The Highland Messenger	Extracts of a story describing the martyrdom.
4-Sep	1844	Vol. 2	No. 19	1	1	Poetry	"Cry of the Martyrs"	Editorial	Poem abut the Martyrdom.
11-Sep	1844	Vol. 2	No. 20	2	6	Reprinted Story	"A few Serious Thoughts"	The National Intelligencer	Blames Joseph Smith for his death, and states that he set the law aside and caused disorder.
11-Sep	1844	Vol. 2	No. 20	3	1	Story	Reply to "A few Serious Thoughts"	Editorial	Refutes the allegations made in the article "A few Serious Thoughts"
18-Sep	1844	Vol. 2	No. 21	2	1	Reprinted Story	"Magna Est Veritas Et Prevalebit" - Joseph Smith's Political Views	The New York Prophet	Discusses the prophet's supposed views on Oregon, Texas, Van Buren, and others.
18-Sep	1844	Vol. 2	No. 21	2	4	Story	Reply to "Magna Est Veritas Et Prevalebit" - Joseph Smith's…Views	Editorial	Refutes the allegations made in the article "Magna Est Veritas Et Prevalebit."
18-Sep	1844	Vol. 2	No. 21	3	1	Reprinted Story	"The Mormon Tragedy Again" - Refusal to retract the Murder Verdict	The Allen Telegram	Discusses the Warsaw Signal's persistence in asking this paper to retract their statement that the death of Joseph Smith was murder.
2-Oct	1844	Vol. 2	No. 23	2	6	Story	"Civil Matters" - Bringing Charges against Joseph Smith's Murderers	Editorial	Describes a meeting between law enforcement and the Saints in Nauvoo.
30-Oct	1844	Vol. 2	No. 27	2	5	Story	"The Murders at Carthage" - Recent Developments	Editorial	Describes the newly issued warrants for some of the mobsters, and also tells a story about witnesses refusing bribes in order to tell the truth of what happened.
6-Nov	1844	Vol. 2	No. 28	3	1	Reprinted Story	"Mormon Affairs" - Refutation of LDS Mob Rumors	The State Register	Refutes the widely held belief that the church was forming a mob to avenge the deaths of their leaders.
6-Nov	1844	Vol. 2	No. 28	3	2	Letter	"Extract of a Letter from Carthage, Hancock County"	Editorial	Describes the activates in Hancock County since the Martyrdom.
19-Feb	1845	Vol. 2	No. 42	2	4	Story	"Arrest of Elliott" - An Assassin of Joseph and Hyrum	Editorial	Describes the arrest of a deputy sheriff in connection to the murders of Joseph and Hyrum.
30-Apr	1845	Vol. 2	No. 52	2	4	Story	"The Murder at Carthage" - Pamphlet Issued	Editorial	Describes a pamphlet, written by William M. Daniels, that tells the true account of the murders at Carthage.
4-Jun	1845	Vol. 3	No. 5	2	3	Story	"The Carthage Assassins" - Acquitted	Editorial	Announces the acquittal of the suspects in the murder of Joseph and Hyrum Smith.
25-Jun	1845	Vol. 3	No. 8	3	1	Announcement	"Special Court" - Hyrum Smith's Murderer	Editorial	Announces the beginning of the court session, but provides no information about the results.
9-Jul	1845	Vol. 3	No. 10	2	5	Announcement	"Alas" - Indictment Dismissed	Editorial	Announces the dismissal of the indictment against the murder of Hyrum Smith.
30-Jul	1845	Vol. 3	No. 13	3	5	Announcement	"Will Be Exhibited" - Painting of the Martyrdom	Philo Dibble	Announces the unveiling of a painting of the Martyrdom. Admission is 24 cents.
Succession and Apostasy
Date/Mo.	Year	Volume	Number	Page	Column	Type	"Title" or Description	Author	Note
14-Aug	1844	Vol. 2	No. 16	2	5	Story	Joseph Smith's Successor	Editorial	Encourages the Saints to be patient while the successor is selected, but for now the church is in the hands of the Twelve.
4-Sep	1844	Vol. 2	No. 19	2	6	Announcement	Lyman Wight's Departure	Editorial	States that Elder Lyman Wight moved 150 Saints to Wisconsin territory.
25-Sep	1844	Vol. 2	No. 22	2	1	Reprinted Story	"As Nathan Said…Thou Art the Man! - William Law as he Was"	The Times and Seasons	Letter describing Law's opinion of the unjust persecutions faced by the church. Also includes an affidavit stating that John C. Bennett was lying when he spoke against Joseph Smith.
25-Sep	1844	Vol. 2	No. 22	2	2	Reprinted Story	"As Nathan Said…Thou Art the Man! - William Law as he Is"	The Upper Mississippian	Letter stating that the Church has fallen, and that Joseph Smith practiced polygamy and fornication. Also includes 2 depositions which state Law's plans to murder Joseph Smith.
14-May	1845	Vol. 3	No. 2	3	2	Letter to the Editor	Response to Being Called a Prophet	Orson Hyde	Elder Hyde states that he is not a Prophet, and possesses more of the qualities of a "jack-ass" than a Prophet.
Congress
Date/Mo.	Year	Volume	Number	Page	Column	Type	"Title" or Description	Author	Note
6-Dec	1843	Vol. 1	No. 32	2	3	Story	Meeting to Create a Petition for Aid from Congress	Editorial	Describes speeches by Parley P. Pratt and Joseph Smith.
10-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 11	1	2	Story	"Congressional - House of Representatives: Mormons"	Editorial	Mr. Wentworth reads a memorial for Joseph Smith into the official record, and describes the interruption by a legislator.
1-Jan	1845	Vol. 2	No. 35	1	1	Letter	"From the Governor, in Relation to the Disturbances in Hancock County"	Gov. Thomas Ford	Letter from the Gov. to the Senate and House of Representatives. Includes insertions by the editor, and speaks about the Danites, Joseph being crowned King, and the practice of polygamy.
12-Mar	1845	Vol. 2	No. 45	1	1	Story	"Remarks" of Col. Backenstos in the House of Representatives	Editorial	Synopsis and outline of Backenstos remarks concerning the repeal of the Nauvoo Charter.
4-Jun	1845	Vol. 3	No. 5	3	1	Reprinted Story	"The Mormons" - Kentucky Legislature	The Frankfort Common…	Describes a special session of the Kentucky Legislature designed to set aside land for the Mormons to reside in.
Appeals for Help
Date/Mo.	Year	Volume	Number	Page	Column	Type	"Title" or Description	Author	Note
10-Jan	1844	Vol. 1	No. 37	2	5	Note	"Correspondence of Gen. Joseph Smith and Hon. J.C. Calhoun"	Joseph Smith, J. C. Calhoun	Tells Mr. Calhoun of the persecution the Saints have suffered, and offers their vote to someone who can help them. Cahoun's reply is also published.
17-Jan	1844	Vol. 1	No. 38	1	2	Story	"An Appeal to the People of the State of Maine"	Benjamin Andrews	Andrews, a native of Maine, writes to describe the persecution of the Church, as well as providing a history and testimony of the Church.
31-Jan	1844	Vol. 1	No. 40	1	1	Story	"To The Honorable…Representatives of Pennsylvania…"	Sidney Rigdon	Describing the plight of the Saints to the Pennsylvania Legislature.
7-Feb	1844	Vol. 1	No. 41	2	2	Story	"An Appeal to the Inhabitants of Massachusetts"	Joseph Young	Young, a native of Massachusetts, describes the persecution of the Saints and asks for help.
24-Apr	1844	Vol. 1	No. 52	2	1	Story	Appeal to the State of Massachusetts	Noah Packard	A petition to the State for help and sympathy.
12-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 7*	2	5	Letter	Correspondence between S. Rigdon and Paul M. Closky	Sidney Rigdon	Asks what has been done with the letter that Sidney penned to the State of Pennsylvania.
3-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 10	3	3	Story	"Doings of the City Council" - Soliciting Aid	Orson Spencer	It is decided that the Saints will go beg to other cities to provide needed supplies.
4-Jun	1845	Vol. 3	No. 5	3	1	Reprinted Story	"The Mormons" - Kentucky Legislature	The Frankfort Common…	Describes a special session of the Kentucky Legislature designed to set aside land for the Mormons to reside in.
Church Discipline
Date/Mo.	Year	Volume	Number	Page	Column	Type	"Title" or Description	Author	Note
29-May	1844	Vol. 2	No. 7	3	1	Story	"Chauncey L. Higbee" - Testimony before the High Council	Margaret J. Newman	Margret was seduced under false pretences by Chauncey Higbee, and she testified before the High Council that Higbee told her that Joseph had approved of such actions.
29-May	1844	Vol. 2	No. 7	3	2	Story	"Chauncey L. Higbee" - Testimony before the High Council	Sarah Miller	Sarah Miller describes similar events. Higbee later left the church to follow the "True Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints"
16-Apr	1845	Vol. 2	No. 50	3	4	Announcement	"Notice to the Churches Abroad" - Disfellowshipment Announced	Brigham Young	Describes the disfellowshipment of George J. Adams and Samuel Brannan.
28-May	1845	Vol. 3	No. 4	3	2	Announcement	"Notice to the Eastern Churches" - Disfellowshipment Announced	Brigham Young	Describes the disfellowshipment of Elder Brannan.
13-Aug	1845	Vol. 3	No. 15	3	1	Announcement	Excommunication of Elder Salah Lane	Calvin C. Pendleton	Describes Elder Lane being cut off from the church for unchristian-like conduct.
Thomas C. Sharp and the Nauvoo Expositor
Date/Mo.	Year	Volume	Number	Page	Column	Type	"Title" or Description	Author	Note
12-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 7*	2	3	Story	"Retributive Justice" - The Nauvoo Expositor	Editorial	Describes the mob's creation of a new anti-Mormon paper, The Nauvoo Expositor. Describes the Saints, led by the city martial, as they destroyed the press and papers.
12-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 7*	2	3	Story	"To the Public" - The Destruction of the Nauvoo Expositor"	Editorial	States that everything the Saints did was in cooperation with the City Council and Police force.
17-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. SE	1	1	Story	"To the Public" - The Destruction of the Nauvoo Expositor"	Editorial	Includes signatures of 16 people who state that the Expositor was calculated to arouse indignation, and that Hyrum Smith did not threaten the paper.
17-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. SE	1	1	Ordinances	Synopsis of the Proceedings of the Municipality of the City of Nauvoo…	Editorial	States that the synopsis is "Relative to the destruction of the press and fixtures of the Nauvoo Expositor."
19-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 8	2	3	Story	"...Concerning the Destruction of the Nauvoo Expositor"	Editorial	States that Joseph was arrested, along with sixteen others, but was discharged, along with the rest.
19-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 8	2	4	Story	"To the Public" - The Removal of the Nauvoo Expositor	Editorial	Describes why the city council considered the paper a nuisance, and presents the case for its destruction.
19-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 8	2	4	Story	"To the Public" - Hyrum Smith did not Participate	Editorial	Provides 16 names of witnesses who state that Hyrum Smith did not encourage any of the conflict with the Warsaw Signal.
19-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 8	3	4	Letter	J. Smith and Marshall Green's Correspondence about the Expositor	Joseph Smith	Authorization to destroy the Nauvoo Expositor, and also asks the Nauvoo Legion to be on alert in case of problems.
19-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 8	3	5	Announcement	"Proclamation" - Concerning the Destruction of the Nauvoo Expositor	Joseph Smith	Joseph tells the story of the destruction of the Nauvoo Expositor.
2-Oct	1844	Vol. 2	No. 23	2	6	Letter	Statement of Thomas C. Sharp	Thomas Sharp	Letter stating Sharp's account of the tension between his paper and the Saints, and proclaiming his innocence.
2-Oct	1844	Vol. 2	No. 23	2	6	Announcement	"A Proclamation by the Governor of the State of Illinois"	Gov. Thomas Ford	Offers a reward for the capture of Levi Williams, Thomas C. Sharp, and Joseph H. Jackson, for their role in the murder of Joseph and Hyrum Smith.
6-Nov	1844	Vol. 2	No. 28	2	5	Announcement	"Notice to the Editors - Thomas C. Sharp"	Editorial	States that Thomas C. Sharp has been indicted for the murder of Joseph Smith.
13-Nov	1844	Vol. 2	No. 29	2	4	Letter	Engraved Likeness of Thomas C. Sharp	The Illinois State Register	Includes an engraved image of Thomas C. Sharp to aid in his capture.
2-Apr	1845	Vol. 2	No. 48	3	1	Story	Thomas C. Sharp's Avoidance of Jail	Editorial	States that Sharp is protected by his mob, and has not been arrested, though he has been indicted.
2-Apr	1845	Vol. 2	No. 48	3	1	Letter to the Editor	The Signal and Whig Print Lies - Written by a non-member	Signed, "A Gentile"	A non-member of the church describes the hypocrisy and crimes of Thomas C. Sharp and others.
16-Apr	1845	Vol. 2	No. 50	3	1	Letter to the Editor	Thomas C. Sharp and the Persecution of the Saints (3 Letters)	Signed, "Americus"	Describes the large anti-Mormon sentiment, and the dishonesty that allows it to perpetuate. Also speaks about Sidney Rigdon.
Sidney Rigdon - Apostasy
Date/Mo.	Year	Volume	Number	Page	Column	Type	"Title" or Description	Author	Note
11-Sep	1844	Vol. 2	No. 20	2	4	Story	"Trial of Elder Rigdon"	Editorial	Describes Elder Rigdon's trial for unchristian like conduct, by his alleged desire to divide the church with false prophecy. Announces his disfellowshipment, along with others.
25-Sep	1844	Vol. 2	No. 22	2	6	Story	"Sidney Rigdon Esq." - Rigdon's Public Letter	William Law	Rigdon published an open letter in "The People's Organ" where he disputes the reasons he was cut off from the Church.
25-Sep	1844	Vol. 2	No. 22	3	4	Letter	Retraction of Rigdonite Beliefs	Jared Carter	Carter states that he has been associated with Sidney Rigdon, and wishes to retract that view and return to fellowship with the Saints.
2-Oct	1844	Vol. 2	No. 23	1	1	Letter	"Letter of Sidney Rigdon" - The People's Organ	Sidney Rigdon	Reprints the letter, written by Rigdon, describing his questions about being cut off from the church.
2-Oct	1844	Vol. 2	No. 23	1	2	Letter	"Letter From Orson Hyde" - Refuting Sidney Rigdon's Letter	Orson Hyde	Because Hyde's name is mentioned in Rigdon's letter, he writes to clear his name, and state that Rigdon is speaking falsely on many issues.
6-Nov	1844	Vol. 2	No. 28	2	5	Announcement	Sidney Rigdon and the Messenger and Advocate	Editorial	Announces that Sidney Rigdon has resurrected the former LDS publication, and that he seeks excommunicated members to join his group.
27-Nov*	1844	Vol. 2	No. 30	1	1	Letter to the Editor	Letter Supporting the Twelve over Sidney Rigdon	Signed, "Cincinnatus"	Reprinted letter to the editor from The New York Prophet, describes the writer's reasoning for following the Twelve instead of Sidney Rigdon.
4-Dec	1844	Vol. 2	No. 31	1	4	Letter	"Sidney Rigdon" - Orson Hyde's Letter	Orson Hyde	Originally published in the New York Prophet.
18-Dec	1844	Vol. 2	No. 33	1	1	Letter to the Editor	"Reflections on Sidney Rigdon's Paper"	Orson Hyde	Refutes Rigdon's position, and attempts to remind him of his previous statements and feelings.
16-Apr	1845	Vol. 2	No. 50	3	1	Letter to the Editor	Thomas C. Sharp and the Persecution of the Saints (3 Letters)	Signed, "Americus"	Describes the large anti-Mormon sentiment, and the dishonesty that allows it to perpetuate. Also speaks about Sidney Rigdon.
23-Apr	1845	Vol. 2	No. 51	3	3	Story	Rigdon Forms New Church Leadership	Signed, "Pelagaram"	Announces Sidney Rigdon's appointment of a new quorum of Twelve and Seventy.
30-Apr	1845	Vol. 2	No. 52	3	1	Letter	Letter from Pittsburg about Sidney Rigdon	Signed, "S. S."	Letter written by a non-Mormon in Pennsylvania, which describes the fires and calamities that have taken place in the state ever since Sidney Rigdon showed up claiming to be the true prophet.
30-Apr	1845	Vol. 2	No. 52	3	2	Letter	Letter from Pittsburg about Sidney Rigdon (2)	Signed, "Fred. Von Holstein"	Describes the calamities in Pennsylvania, and Rigdon's supposed leadership of the Church.
7-May	1845	Vol. 3	No. 1	2	5	Announcement	Transcript of Elder Hyde's Speech about Sidney Rigdon Available	Editorial	Announces the availability of a transcript of a speech made by Orson Hyde about Sidney Rigdon's apostasy. Encourages missionaries to bring copies with them on their missions.
7-May	1845	Vol. 3	No. 1	3	2	Letter to the Editor	Letter from Pittsburg about Rigdon's Re-Baptisms	Signed, "S. S."	Describes Sidney Rigdon's method of re-baptizing members of the LDS church before allowing them to participate in his Church.
7-May	1845	Vol. 3	No. 1	3	3	Letter to the Editor	Letter from Pittsburg about Sidney Rigdon	Signed, "W. Vant"	Describes the fear of Pennsylvanians about Sidney Rigdon's presence in Pennsylvania.
14-May	1845	Vol. 3	No. 2	3	3	Letter	Letter Describing Problems with the Rigdonites	Signed, "R__s E___y"	Letter which describes how superior the Nauvoo Church and people are when compared to the Rigdonites.
21-May	1845	Vol. 3	No. 3	3	2	Letter to the Editor	Rigdonites and Tithing	Signed, "Americus"	States that the large majority of the members who followed Rigdon were not full tithe payers in Nauvoo. Includes some commentary on the issue from the Editor.
28-May	1845	Vol. 3	No. 4	2	5	Letter to the Editor	Rigdonite Problems	Signed, "Telemachus"	Blames Rigdonites for vandalism and destruction in the city of Nauvoo.
18-Jun	1845	Vol. 3	No. 7	3	2	Letter to the Editor	Letter from Pittsburg - Rigdonite Missionary Work	Signed, "S. S."	Describes the Rigdonites missionary technique of posing as members of the main body of the Church.
30-Jul	1845	Vol. 3	No. 13	2	6	Letter	Correspondence from Pittsburg - Elder John E. Page and Mr. Foster	A.J. Foster & J.E. Page	Foster, not a member, describes the scene of the Rigdonites in Pennsylvania.
13-Aug	1845	Vol. 3	No. 15	2	6	Letter	Letter to Brigham Young from Pittsburgh	Amos Fielding	Tells Brigham what is going on in Rigdon's settlement, and how his church is run.
Western US and Exodus
Date/Mo.	Year	Volume	Number	Page	Column	Type	"Title" or Description	Author	Note
30-Oct	1844	Vol. 2	No. 27	1	4	Reprinted Story	"Climate West of the Rocky Mountains"	Irvings Astoria	Describes the area that the Saints will later settle.
17-Sep	1845	Vol. 3	No. 20	1	1	Story	"Capt. Fremont's Expedition" - Description of Western Valleys	John C. Fremont	Describes Fremont's expedition in the Western US, and possibly provided the Saints with a desire to settle there.
17-Sep	1845	Vol. 3	No. 20	2	5	Story	"Future to the Mountains &c."	Editorial	Describes the benefits of moving the Saints into the Rocky Mountains.
24-Sep	1845	Vol. 3	No. SE	1	1	Announcement	Leaving Nauvoo Next Spring	Brigham Young	Announces the departure of the Saints from Nauvoo, beginning the next Spring.
24-Sep	1845	Vol. 3	No. 21	1	1	Story	"Captain Freemont's Second Exploring Expedition"	John C. Fremont	Further describes area in the West where Capt. Freemont explored, and provides the Saints with more information about where they may settle.
1-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 22	2	6	Letter	Correspondence between B. Young and Illinois Officials	Various	Provides correspondence from the representatives of Illinois asking for a proclamation of the Saints plans to leave, and Brigham Young's response.
8-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. SE	1	1	Announcement	"Circular: To the Whole Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints"	Brigham Young	Describes the first meeting of the Saints in the Temple, provides extracts from the minutes of the General Conference, and then lists the Committees, and the Captains of Companies for the Migration.
29-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 23	1	1	Letter	Letter to Brigham Young from Illinois Politicians	John J. Hardin and Others	States that the State of Illinois will assign marshals to ensure that the Saints are actually planning to leave in the Spring like they have announced.
29-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 23	1	1	Letter	Part of a Dispatch from the Governor	Gov. Thomas Ford	States that there is no legal provision which would force the expulsion of the Saints, and he will not resort to such measures, but admits that the public opinion desires the Church to leave.
29-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 23	1	2	Letter	"To the Anti-Mormon Citizens of Hancock and the Surrounding…"	John J. Hardin and Others	Publishes their belief that the Saints will not leave unless completely forced to do so.
29-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 23	3	1	Story	"Bill of Particulars for the Emmigrants Leaving this Government…"	Editorial	Provides a list of needed supplies for the Saints who are leaving Illinois.
29-Oct	1845	Vol. 3	No. 23	3	1	Story	"Captains of Companies" & "List of Committees	Editorial	Provides a list of the captains of the companies, and list of committees for the migration.
Poetry
Date/Mo.	Year	Volume	Number	Page	Column	Type	"Title" or Description	Author	Note
31-May	1843	Vol. 1	No. 5	1	6	Poetry	"The Mobbers of Missouri"	A Lawyer in Israel	Article calls out a reverend from a local church, I. McCoy, for being a part of the massacre.
31-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 14	1	1	Poetry	"Lamentation - Joseph and Hyrum Smith"	Anonymous	Poem describing the martyrdom.
21-Aug	1844	Vol. 2	No. 17	2	4	Poetry	Reply to "Nauvoo" - Foolery and Knavery	Editorial	Speaks highly of Nauvoo and the Saints, in reply to the St. Louis Reveille's unflattering poem titled "Nauvoo."
4-Sep	1844	Vol. 2	No. 19	1	1	Poetry	"Cry of the Martyrs"	Editorial	Poem abut the Martyrdom.
9-Oct	1844	Vol. 2	No. 24	1	1	Poetry	God Save Nauvoo	Editorial	Unsigned poem, petitioning the saints to pray for Nauvoo.
3-May	1843	Vol. 1	No. 1	3	5	Poetry	"My Epitaph"	Eliza R. Snow	Poem by Eliza R. Snow.
26-Jul	1843	Vol. 1	No. 13	1	1	Poetry	"The Kidnapping of Gen. Joseph Smith"	Eliza R. Snow	States that Reynolds, the Sherriff of Jackson County, MO and Wilson of Carthage, Hancock County Ill kidnapped Joseph Smith when they arrested him.
23-Aug	1843	Vol. 1	No. 17	2	5	Poetry	"Introductory Invocation" - Extract from the ...Sketch of Joseph Smith	Eliza R. Snow	Written in respect for Joseph Smith; states that it is an extract from the "Historical sketch of the Life of President Joseph Smith."
20-Dec	1843	Vol. 1	No. 34	1	1	Poetry	"To the Latter-Day Saints"	Eliza R. Snow	Each stanza ends with the phrase "…Celestial Glory."
17-Jan	1844	Vol. 1	No. 38	1	1	Poetry	"The Ode of Genius to Truth"	Eliza R. Snow	Written in the Morley Settlement, Nov 28, 1843.
3-Apr	1844	Vol. 1	No. 49	3	1	Poetry	"On the Death of Her Little Daughter"	Eliza R. Snow	Written To Miss Sylvia Lyon
5-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 8	1	1	Poetry	"Riots in Congress"	Eliza R. Snow	Describes the disdain of the people when the United States Congress is not maintaining order.
17-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 12	1	1	Poetry	The Martyrdom of Joseph and Hyrum	Eliza R. Snow	Poem describing her feelings after the Martyrdom. Very difficult to read print.
14-Aug	1844	Vol. 2	No. 16	1	1	Poetry	"To Elder John Taylor"	Eliza R. Snow	Poem about John Taylor's survival of the martyrdom.
4-Dec	1844	Vol. 2	No. 31	1	1	Poetry	To the Infant Son of Mrs. Emma Smith	Eliza R. Snow	Poem about the young child who will grow up without a father.
29-Jan	1845	Vol. 2	No. 39	3	2	Poetry	"The Seer" - Dedicated to Brigham Young	John Taylor	Poem written to be read at the dedication of the Seventy's Hall, and dedicated to "President Brigham Young."
2-Aug	1843	Vol. 1	No. 14	1	1	Poetry	Farewell, on Leaving Nauvoo	L.O. Littlefield	He describes his love for Nauvoo
17-Jan	1844	Vol. 1	No. 38	1	1	Poetry	"Queen Victoria"	Lorenzo Snow	Poem he wrote after giving Queen Victoria 2 copies of the Book of Mormon
17-Jul	1844	Vol. 2	No. 12	1	1	Poetry	"Ode to Friendship" and "Recipe for Happiness"	Parley P. Pratt	Both poems likely describe Parley's feelings about Joseph.
2-Sep	1845	Vol. 3	No. 18	4	1	Poetry	"Panegyric to W.W. Phelps	Robert Campbell	Describes W.W. Phelps, and tells of his great efforts in the Gospel.
19-Jun	1844	Vol. 2	No. 8	1	1	Poetry	Untitled - Describes seeing the ancient relics in Wayne County, N.Y.	S. Post	Fore note states: "Lines suggested on seeing an ancient fortification in Wayne County, N.Y."
14-Feb	1844	Vol. 1	No. 42	1	1	Poetry	"Farewell to Nauvoo"	Signed "L. S."	A farewell letter to Nauvoo
23-Aug	1843	Vol. 1	No. 17	2	1	Poetry	"Nauvoo"	Signed "P."	Speaks of persecution and destruction in Nauvoo, while the people stay faithful to the church.
16-Oct	1844	Vol. 2	No. 25	1	1	Poetry	"Nauvoo"	Signed, "Laura, A Visitor"	Describes Nauvoo as the most beautiful city in the world.
27-Nov*	1844	Vol. 2	No. 30	1	1	Poetry	"To Elder W. Woodruff"	The New York Prophet	Reprinted poem from the New York Prophet.
21-Aug	1844	Vol. 2	No. 17	2	4	Poetry	"Nauvoo" - Foolery and Knavery	The St. Louis Revile	Poem abut the problems and falsehood they perceive in Nauvoo.
14-Aug	1844	Vol. 2	No. 16	1	1	Poetry	"Joseph Smith" - Praise to the Man	The Times and Seasons	To be sung to the tune of "Star in the East," what we now know as Praise to the Man.
11-Oct	1843	Vol. 1	No. 24	1	1	Poetry	"The Lord's Prayer"	W.W. Phelps	Looks much like Psalms 23.
3-Jan	1844	Vol. 1	No. 36	1	1	Poetry	"New Years Hymn"	W.W. Phelps	Talks about life in Nauvoo, and the resiliency of the Saints.
4-Sep	1844	Vol. 2	No. 19	1	1	Poetry	"A Sonnet on Light"	W.W. Phelps	Short poem about the light of heaven.
4-Sep	1844	Vol. 2	No. 19	1	1	Poetry	"Hymn" - Comforting the Saints	W.W. Phelps	Hymn about rebuilding Israel, and comforting the Saints.
27-Nov*	1844	Vol. 2	No. 30	1	1	Poetry	"When Must I Look for Death"	W.W. Phelps	Reprinted poem from the Times and Seasons.
12-Feb	1845	Vol. 2	No. 41	1	1	Poetry	"The Chariot of Israel"	W.W. Phelps	Poem, written in the format of a song, written about The Saints.
2-Sep	1845	Vol. 3	No. 18	4	1	Poetry	"The Capstone"	W.W. Phelps	Poem describing the plight of the Saints, and the building of the Temple. Mentions Sidney Rigdon.
7-Jun	1843	Vol. 1	No. 6	1	1	Poetry	"To a Ringleader in the late Persecution"	William Rogers	Laments the persecution heaped upon the saints.