I would have given worlds, were they at my command, if I could have averted that calamity, but I could not do it. It went on. I am ready to die. I trust in God. I have no fear.
Death has no terror.
Not a particle of mercy have I asked of the court, the world, or officials to spare my life. I do not fear death, I shall never go to a worse place than I am now in. I have said it to my family, and I will say it today, that the Government of the United States sacrifices their best friend. I am a true believer in the gospel of Jesus Christ. I do not believe everything that is now being taught and practiced by Brigham Young.