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“When we are filled with the Spirit of God, we are filled with joy, with peace and with happiness no matter what our circumstances may be; for it is a spirit of cheerfulness and of happiness.”

Quote by George Q. Cannon

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George Q. Cannon
George Q. Cannon

George Q. Cannon was an American political figure born on January 11, 1827, and died on April 12, 1901. He served as an officer in the Union Army during the American Civil War and actively participated in political activities after the war, serving as a Senator and Representative from the state of Utah. He was also a significant figure in the Mormon Church, holding high positions within the church. more

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