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Brigham Young's state-of-the-union address...
Brigham Young's state-of-the-union address...
Item # 700919
December 15, 1853
DESERET NEWS, Great Salt Lake City, U.T. (Utah Territory), Dec. 15, 1853
* Mormons - Mormonism
* Governor Brigham Young
* Territorial annual address
An early issue of the first newspaper in Utah, having begun in 1850. This is a volume 3 issue.
Most of the front page is taken up with a portion of the: "Life Of Joseph Smith".
Most of page 2 is taken up with: "GOVERNOR'S MESSAGE To the Members...of the Legislature of Utah". This is essentially his state-of-the-union address in which Young addresses the various activities, etc. of the year. It is dated Dec. 12, 1853 and signed by him in type: Brigham Young.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, light dirtiness at the top quadrant of the front page, minimal fold or margin wear, generally good condition.
AI notes: On December 12, 1853, Utah Territory Governor Brigham Young delivered his annual address to the territorial legislature. He emphasized the importance of self-sufficiency, urging the development of local industries like sugar production, textiles, and ironworks to reduce reliance on outside goods. Young promoted education, advocating for better funding and universal access. He also called for the codification and publication of territorial laws to improve governance and public understanding. Infrastructure was another focus, with ongoing road and bridge projects to connect settlements. Overall, the address reflected Young’s vision of building a stable, industrious, and self-reliant society rooted in Mormon values.
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