I almost
drowned when I was twelve. Because of that experience I’m not a big fan of
water (yes, I do shower). It is said that early Salt Lake resident, Joshua
Midgley wouldn’t get into the row boats at Liberty Park in Salt Lake City, why?
a.
Rowing gave
him blisters
b.
Because of
memories of the turbulent ship ride across the Atlantic ocean
c.
Because of
the memory of the freezing cold water at his baptism
d.
Because he didn’t
know how to swim
Yesterday’s answer:
(D) A coat
The following
about the life of Evan Stephens, born June 29, 1854: A visit to Salt Lake City
for the purpose of attending conference enabled Evan to hear the great organ
and the Tabernacle Choir and to witness a concert in the 15th Ward
under the direction of Thomas C. Griggs. It also helped him to become
acquainted with the tithing yard as a camping ground for the public. It was
many years before he sought any other stopping place in Salt Lake City.
Of that same visit, Evan said, “It was
during this visit that I entered the Tabernacle in true country style, minus
coat. When under the shadow of the great organ, I was asked to return to my
hotel and don that article which was, even then in Salt Lake City, deemed
essential on such an occasion.”
Chronicles of Courage, Daughters of Utah Pioneers (Salt Lake City:
Lesson Committee, 1993), V4:299-300.
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