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“In 1835 at Kirtland I learned from my Sisters Husband Lyman R. Shirman, who was close to the Prophet and Received it from him. That the ancient order of plural marriage was again to be practiced by the Church.”

Quote by Benjamin F. Johnson

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Benjamin F. Johnson

Benjamin F. Johnson, born on July 28, 1818, and died on November 18, 1905, held an unknown profession. His life story and major achievements are not well-documented. more

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