Certificate from Michael Chandler, 6 July 1835

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    “Kirtland, July 6th, 1835.”

    “This is to make known to all who may be desirous, concerning  the knowledge of Mr. Joseph Smith, Jr. in deciphering the ancient  Egyptian hierogliphic characters, in my possession, which I have,  in many eminent cities, shown to the most learned: And, from  the information that I could ever learn, or meet with, I find  that of Mr. Joseph Smith, Jr. to correspond in the most minute  matters.” (Signed)

    “Michael H. Chandler.=”

    “Travelling with, and proprietor of Egyptian mummies.” [p. [72]]

Certificate, Michael Chandler to JS, Kirtland, OH; 6 July 1835; in Oliver Cowdery Letterbook, p. 72; Huntington Library.

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Editorial Title
Certificate from Michael Chandler, 6 July 1835
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6735