Steamship Minnesota, off Queenstown, 11 a.m., August 26, 1869President A. [Albert] Carrington.

We are gliding along peacefully, no sickness to speak of. Everybody seems to be enjoying himself to the utmost. Last evening the wards were organized, and good men appointed to preside over them, also a sergeant of the guard was appointed, and all things were arranged in working order. We of the returning missionaries are one with Brother [Marius] Ensign in carrying out his suggestions for the comfort and best interests of the Saints. All send love to you and brethren in the office.

Yours in haste,

M. F. Farnsworth [p.568]

BIB: Farnsworth, M. F. [Letter] Latter-day Saints Millennial Star 31:35 (August 28, 1869) p. 568. (CHL)
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