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Joseph Smith, Jr. (1805-1844)
Photographer: Unknown via Wikipedia (PD)
Taken: Circa 1842
Caption: Joseph Smith, Jr. (1805-1844)
Additional Description: The Mormon founder was arrested in Bear Creek, Ill. on June 5, 1841 on a warrant issued by Illinois Gov. Thomas Carlin. The warrant accused Smith of being a fugitive from justice in connection with a murder charge in Missouri. Smith challenged the basis for his arrest and was granted the hearing in Monmouth, where Douglas released him on a technicality.
Submitted: August 2, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
Database Locator Identification Number: p740869
File Size: 0.291 Megabytes

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