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Elder A. II, Cannon,

He felt edited by the remarks of the
previous speaker. The gospel is a perfect
law of liberty, and it does not control the
thoughts or dispositions of men OK
cept in Righteousness. 1t is destined
to secure eternal freedom. God viii
have tried people, and for US to
become faithful we must hearken to the
counsels of those placed over US. Past
history has shown that blessings have at
tended those who have kept Gods COM
mands. The Nephites could have avoided
wars and contentious if they had been faith
full and obedient. Our people, also, could
long since have been redeemed had they
listened to the voice of revelation Do we
sustain those in authority. If we do we
carry out the will Of our Heavenly Father
and will be blessed with the sanctitied We
must endure trials and expressions The
Lord has foreordained that this people
shall suffer bondage. A great council was
held in heaven. Satan agreed to save all.
The Savior said He would save all that
would obey, thus allowing all men their
free agency. In the gospel there are free
dom, hope, charity and every other heaven
ly virtue. Outside, there is none such.
Although the gospel is a perfect order of
freedom, yet there are laws corrected
Herewith the breaking of which will re-
suit in the penalty which the offenders viii
receive
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Apostle LYMAN.

We are engaged in good work and if we
are faithful He will sustain US and grant
His blessings unto US. Through transgres-
sion man must die and suffer pain and
death, but through the atonement which
Christ made we can through faithfulness
lay claim on the greatest of all gifts-a
salvation in Gods kingdom. All revelations
in the sacred books are from the Lord, but
not more so than all other truths. All
knowledge, as science, literature, mathe-
mates, etc, is from Him. In fact the full
ness of the earth is from the Lord,
He is the father who has given peace, the
father who has given the light of the Cos
pei, and the father who has preserved us,
and to him we are indebted for all things;
we are Christ's also All truth cometh
from God the father to His son Jesus
Christ. We must remember the Injunction,
IF We are not one, We are not mine" If
we are not one in Christ it is because of
lack of faith, and for lack of faith there is
no cause. Faith is predicated upon prayer,
and in proportion to prayer will our faith
exist. This is the law by which faith is
obtained and strengthened; the breaking
and non-observance of this will diminish
faith. Union can be affected only by such
means. The Latter-day Saints cannot
afford to lose faith. If said faith be strong,
there will ue no room for doubt
Some hold that religious men are big
otted. The question might arise, can
men do good and be free. The answer is,
Yes If he be pure, virtuous, and keep the
commandments of God, he will be free and
receive eternal life. There are two great
powers at work-the power of God and the
power of Satan. One or the other of these
we must serve. BY serving one we receive
the blessings of life eternal, and by
obedience to the other come pain, suffering
and death. The Lord has given testimony
that this work is true. This testimony
abides with the people To the person
whose testimony is weak it appears that
the kingdom will be overthrown. The
time. however, will come when scores will
want berths in the ship Zion" He testi-
fed that his labors in the kingdom were bis
happiest moments. The reason of division
among this people is not because of faults
of the prophet Joseph or his successors,
but it is because of local strifes and lack
of the spirit. We need q greater outpour
of his spirit in our temporal, political and
business affairs. We must desire wisdom
in all things. 1t Is not only necessary that
these principles be taught by word, but 1t
is necessary that they be taught by the ex-
ample of those in authority. Words pass
away with the wind. When taught by ex-
ample they are worthy of imitation and
are accompanied by power. If we have
faihiin God we will keep His command
ments II we believe in the atonenent we
will partake Of the sacrament; and II we
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THE GENERAL CONFERENCE.

The sixtieth general conference of the
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints, opened at the Tabernacle yesterday
morning at 10 O'clock There was a large
attendance of the members, and on the
stand were of the first presidency, MILFORD
Woodruff and George Q. Cannon; of the
council of the twelve apostles, Lorenzo
Snow, Moses Thatcher, John Henry Smith,
Heber J. Grant and John W. Taylor; of
counselors to the twelve, John w. Young;
patriarch, John Smith; of the presiding
council of the seventies, Henry Herriman,
Jacob Gates, Abraham H. Cannon, Seymour
B. Young, John Morgan and b. H. Roberts,
besides presidents of stakes and other
prominent officials from various parts of
the territory.
President George Q. Cannon called the
conference to order, and the opening eXer-
discs were commenced with singing by the
choir. The opening prayer was offered by
Apostle Lorenzo Snow, and after other
preliminaries, President Woodruff arose.
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Elder John MOrpan

was pleased to meet with his brethren and
sisters in conference capacity. He spoke
wildly on the subject of proper educa-
ton. There is a generation of children
growing up to take the place Of their
parents, who have borne the burden in the
heat of tho day. At the present time there
are between $4,000 and $4,000 children en-
rolled in the Sunday schools. 1t is sub
ject, therefore, that should receive due
consideration. Except in the few Latter
day Saints schools, there are no other
places where our children can be taught
the principles of the gospel. Infdelity re-
suits from ignorance. Many of our young
people are not able to give reason for the
hope they have within. Their eyes are
fascinated with the glittering things around
them, and consequently makes shipwreck
Of their souls. We have institutions in
which the principles of our faith are taught
five days in the week instead of two These
schools are doing noble work. They will
increase in number and influence until
there will be Il perfect system of training,
and then We will be redeemed and reign
with Christ
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temporal and spiritual things to the light
of heaven, as given through the priesthood.
If this principle were taught US more fire.
quently it would be better for US as COM
munity. We cannot retain the Spirit of
God and yet be constantly finding fault,
with the priesthood, We should not expect
perfection from those who hold that au-
thority. They are mortal as other men.
but they are called of God. We must learn
not to Judge them by what we see, nor on
the basis Of the limited opportunities we
have of what transpires. When we have
an impression derogatory of our brother,
it is our duty to go to him personally and
in that way get an understanding of the
matter involved. We should be possessed
of the spirit of unity. We should not
criticise the authorities. Our enemies
seek to SOW among US the seeds of dissen
sion; they wish to Segregate the saints
into factions. In this endeavor they turn
truth into the semblance of falsehood, and
virtue into vice. Hasty conclusions are
dangerous and should not be arrived at.
There are many honorable men and women
who respect our rights, but the great ma
jority do not.
have been associated with the authori-
ties of the church for years, and 1 have
never seen in their deliberations any diSpo-
sition toward unrighteousness. / bear tes-
timOny that they have acted
IN THE SPIRIT OF THEIR CALLING
as well as any men on earth could have
done
If a duty is required of US and it is not
diligently performed, instead of having
spirit of light and comfort we are possessed
of a sentiment of heaviness. When 1 acted
as teacher it was great trial for me to
visit the houses of the people. When this
feeling was overcome and the obligation
discharged, Joy was the result. When it
overcame me and have been neglectful,
then have had heaviness of spirit. So it
is in all the labors that are required at our
hands.
We should not be afraid to speak our
feelings freely at this conference. May
the fire of the spirit of God increase as this
conference progresses. This will be the
case if we lay aside our cares of a worldly
character that are liable tn fret and annoy
US. Let US centre our prayers and faith
in desire that the servants of God may
speak those things that will be adapted to
the wants of the people. II this is done
the result will be all that could be desired.
The speaker concluded by bearing testi-
mony to the truth of the work of God.
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SIXTIETH SESSION.
Semi-Annual Conference Opened
Yesterday.
A VERY GOOD ATTENDANCE.
President Wilford Woodruf7s Brief Address
The Other Speakers Of
Counsel and Advice.

One did not need the aid of the almanac
yesterday to discover that conference was
upon us.
The streets had been unusually lively
since Monday last, but the trains entering
in this city from all parts brought in heavy
loads on Thursday evening and yesterday
morning, with the result of thronging our
wide avenues, and filling our business
houses. There were the usual meetings of
old friends, who had not seen each other
for some time, and each city resident whose
home was invaded by his relatives from
thescountry felt glad that they were there.
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believe in the law of tithing we will pay
our tithes and offerings.
The remission of sins come only as the
result of faith, repentance, and baptism.
Christ laid down His life for our sakes,
that we might repent and receive forgiven
ness for sins. We must not have fear for
the work because of disunion. God will
prune His vineyard and sire ngthen His
kingdom. He desired the blessings of God.
The choir sang the anthem-''Sing unto
the Lord" after which benediction was
pronounced by Patriarch John Smith.
Conference then adjourned till 10 am.
Saturday.
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Apostle John W. TAYLOR.

l am pleased to meet with the saints in
conference once more. 1t is a surprise to
me to be called to speak thus early. re-
gard it as my duty To respond to every call
made by the presidency of the church. |
hope the day will never come when any
other sentiment viii animate me.
President Woodruff and his counselcrs
are actuated by the Spirit of God, to which
we would do well to take heed We look
to these brethren as having the spirit of re
violation, when they are united. When
Christ realized His time had come He
asked His Father if it were possible for the
bitter cup to pass to let it be so, neverthe-
less that the will Of the Father be done
and not His. We should sustain by
URPAITH, rRAYERT AND wonRs
those whom God has appointed to preside
over the church. When men write under
the influence of the Spirit of God it is re-
violation. In order to reveal the mind OF
our Father in heaven, it is not necessary
that He should come down to earth person
ally to make communication. Many of
the revelations given through Joseph
Smith were obtained by that prophet
listening to the whisperings Of the "still,
small voice. within him.
It has been remarked about some men
that they suddenly become absorbed in
some line of ideas. The impressions of the
Holy Ghost come like flashes of light and
without the presence of doubt or darkness.
They have 10 be acted upon forthwith.
bear testimony that President Woodruff
and his counselors are prophets, seers and
revelators; and tie people should remem-
Der that, especially IN these times, they
should not live by sight. Circumstances
are of such nature that the righteous
must live by faith.
TIE HAND or GOD Is OVER THE CHURCH
and no power can destroy it or impede its
progress. l pray, however, that it may
not be necessary for us 10 be chastened in
order 10 bring US into a disposition OF ODE
dience. ] believe IN implicit obedience IN
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IN LIKE MANNER,

our heavenly father desires the salvation
of His people. BY keeping the command
ments He has given us we viii grow in wis
dom and knowledge When the Nephites
were lifted up in the pride of their hearts
Jacob reproved them and told them that
they must repent. They had been seeking
riches rather than the kingdom of God
and for this they were chastened. The
Lord will bless men with riches if they
seek it in a proper manner to do good. as
administering to the sick, clothing and
feeding the poor, etc. Wealth without the
spirit OF God will damn and not save man.
He bore testimony that we are engaged in
the work of salvation, that Joseph Smith
was prophet of God and that faithfulness
viii secure the spirit of God and saliva
ton in His kingdom.
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UNION MEAT MARKET,

No. 81 E. First South street, is the place to
get the choicest meats the season affords,
at living rates. Prime cuts of juicy beef,
mutton, veal, pork and lamb, sausages,
bologna, corned beef and picked pork.
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Pain and dread attend the use OF most
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unpleasant as well as dangerous. Ely's
Cream Balm is safe, pleasant, easily ap-
piled into the nostrils, and sure cure. 1t
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infamed membrane, giving relief at once.
pr.ipa 50o
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UNION PACIFIC SPECIAL CONFERENCE
TRAIN

Commencing on Sunday we will run an
extra train out of Ogden, leaving at pm.
and run as far north as Battle Creek. This
train will be run daily until the 10th inst,
for the accommodation of conference pas
sengers. j. V. PARKER, d. V. S.
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MRS RURROWs THE MILLINER

carries an immense variety of trimmed
hats and bonnets; also, carefully selected
styles in untrimmed felts and straws,
misses school hats, childrens' plush and
fancy bonnets, and full line of millinery
trimmings at lowest prices.
Mrs. NJ. J. Burrows,
is Main street
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Before purchasing piano, call and see
the magnificent stock at Taggart 81 Cham
berlain's, 324 Main street.
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Annstle Heher /. Grant.

Apostle Heber ]. Grant was the first
speaker called to address the congregation.
He spoke substantially as follows:
My brethren and sisters-If we humble
ourselves and keep the commandments of
God, we will be inspired by His spirit. 1t
will not profit man though he gain the
whole world and lose his own soul" We
enjoy the greatest of all gifts-the privilege
of gaining life and salvation God re-
duires workers: we cannot be idle, for He
will not bless idleness. 1t is not the
diligent workers in His gospel that ''wear
out,'' but those who are careless in doing
His will. There is only one way by which
we may advance, aud that is by keeping
the commandment of the Lord; and the
only individual to retard the progress of
any person is him or herself. My testi-
mony is that no man can live rightously
unless he keeps all Of the commandments.
There is no such a thing as
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A CAR load of flower pots, Jars, etc, at
Bailey &SSon's, opposite the postoftice.
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KEEPING THE COMMANDMENTS IN PART.

No elder of Israel can address a congre-
cation of saints on the subject of timing
if he doesn't pay tithes himself. Neither
can he preach the word of wisdom and give
counsels to others concerning it if he him
self be not an observer Some imagine
that if the word of God be kept in part
they will receive salvation and exaltation
in His presence and receive all the bless
ings connected Herewith. A builder can
not neglect those parts necessary to the
construction of house. Neither can any
principle of the gospel be neglected if we
expect to receive eternal life. God loves
His children but He desires them to abide
by the laws that He has given.
In order to secure His blessings we must
be united as families, as wards, as stakes
and as saints in general. There will be
union and it will strengthen the kingdom
until it shall fill the whole world. He
referred to the remarks of Elder Jacob
Gates, in which were quoted the words of
the Lord through Joseph Smith, "were it
not for the transgression of the people that
might have been redeemed long since" etc.
The Lord does not desire for HIS people to
suffer if they are obedient. He loves His
children. No child is punished because it
is not loved, but its mother chastens it
because of the great anxiety she has for its
welfare.
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Elder Jacob Gates.

If we have received the gospel in honest
hearts and have kept our covenants, we
have received the witness of the spirit of
God of its truth. l received the gospel
tifty-six years ago under the administra-
tons of Apostle Orson Pratt, and from that
time l have known of the truth of this
church-its divine origin. In the darkest
days, when have been thrown into prison
on false charges, have always been able
to bear this testimony. Not only did re
ceive this witness through the impressions
of the spirit of truth, but also by the min
istration of angels. 1 met the Prophet
Joseph Smith in 1884, in the camp of those
who were gathered together to so up to re
deem Zion. which has not yet been re
deemed, but it will be in the future. Dur
ing my travels of thousand miles became
well acquainted with the Prophet Joseph.
became satisfied from personal know
ledge and observation that he was the great
prophet of the nineteenth century, and
greater prophet, by way of comparison, has
never lived on the earth. I know that he
was
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ZION IS THE PURE IN HEART;

therefore the work of each officer and
member of the church is to purify the
heart, that the community may be fully in
accord with the genius of the gospel.
Every saint must cultivate faith and purity
in his own heart. have spoken of Joseph
Smith; 1 can also bear testimony regarding
Brigham Young, who was his successor as
the head of the church on earth. / heard
him speak with the voice of Joseph, after
the latter's death. l have the same testi-
mony to bear concerning John Taylor and
MILFORD Woodruff.
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Take your prescriptions to Crismon
Scarf Co., the druggists.
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The Naughty Sun

is always at war with the complexion.
Guard against it as they will, ladies cannot
avoid his disfguring rays. They can, how
ever, obliterate their effects by using at
their toilets "Glenn's Sulphur Soap This
marvellous restorer of female beauty is
free from all the Objectionable properties of
the metallic washes in common use, being
as poisonless as water. Beware of coun-
terfeits. In this age of inquiry and analy-
sis, no deleterious toilet article can sue
coed. Sold by druggists; three cakes, 90
cents. "Hillis instantaneous blair Dye
owes its popularity no less to the safety
with which it can be used, than to the ex-
traordinary beautyand luster of the colors
it produces.
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PROPHET OF THE LIVING GOD,

and that his words have been fulfilled
You who are here to-day are witnesses of
of the fulfllment of his predictions; for be.
fore he died he said that this people should
live TO go to the valleys of the Rocky noun
tains, that they would drink of the cool
streams which flow down from the calions,
and would remain here until they became a
great and powerful people.
l lived as his neighbor after he was
driven out from Missouri, in Nauvoo: I
knew him well: l saw him in life and also
in death, when his blood had been shed by a
ruthless mob in this land of freedom l
have never known his blood to be atoned
for
The people Of the world do not under
stand US nor the works we are performing
at present. If they did they would come to
US and acknowledge that this is the work of
God. Every Latter-day Saint should pre-
pare for the great events of the future. Let
US be humble and faithful, and be united as
the heart of one man. Iniquity should be
searched out and our houses set in order
This is in unison with revelation on that
subject, given through President John Tay-
lor. The speaker eXhorted the quorums of
seventies, especially, to purify their organ
izations, that they may be prepared to
WELD a greater influence in the midst of
the world.
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Elder W. Peurose.


have always had that desire In my early
experience was advised by co-laborer
never to decline to perform anything
which / was requested to do by brethren
in authority. II Responded cheerfully l
would be sustained of the Lord. I have
proved this advice to be good. 1t has been
acted upon and the result has been always
satisfactory.
l REJOICE IN THIS WORK.
How sweet it is to hear good words. The
effect is peace and union On the other
hand, how disagreeable it the result of say
ing that which brings disunion. Difficult
ties-political and otherwise-are growing
up around us, but we need not fear them.
AS quoted by President Woodruff, it is the
Fathers good pleasure, in the proper time,
to give us the kingdom and the power
thereof We need not fear the threats that
are made against us, for God is with this
work The government of God IS bound to
be established 1t will be the grandeSt
government of which any conception can
be formed. l mean no treason to any ma
ton on earth in thus expressing myself,
but merely to assert my loyalty to Jesus
Christ, the redeemer of the world, whose
right it is to reign. How great will be that
kingdom and its dominion. 1t will cover the
whole surface Of the earth. The Lord has de-
creed that He will give it to His saints.
If we look with the eyes Of the spirit, we
will see that kingdom in its power and
splendor / know these things to be true,
by the manifestations of the Holy Ghost,
which is the spirit of revelation. By that
spirit Israel was led anciently, and by the
same power all the servants of God in
every age, including the present, have been
guided, and accomplished the mission en-
trusted TO them.
THIS IS THE CHURCH or CHRIST,
not of man, and it will remain and tri-
umph
The time will come when the redemption
of Zion will be fully wrought out. This is
as sure as that the sun shines. We should
not be disappointed if these things are not
fulfilled as soon rs we anticipate. we are
liable to fix dates, as all things have their
times and seasons for verihcation, but they
are not set by US; neither can they be, as
the Lord has reserved that right to Him
self.
We must be brought to a unity of the
faith. and therefore we should organize to
geuhcr to defend and retain our rights. We
must be instructed in the principles Of
government. Let US prepare for the day
that is before US; set our houses in order,
thai our homes may be miniature kingdoms
of God not conducted on the basis OF selfish
ness. but its opposite. the wicked will do
wickedly, but the saints viii walk closer TO
their religious profession, and God VIII
eventually give them the victory. May
the peace and blessing of God be upon ell.
After singing by the choir and benedic-
tion by President Angus NJ. Cannon, an
iournrnent was taken until 2 pm.
THE AFTERNOON SERVICES.
r,hore vras slightly increased atten-
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THE FAIR.

John Mcdonald & Son have just received
another shipment of Lilly tea, also Java
and Mocha coffee