<​June 24​> of the Church) that some of the Missourians were conspiring to come up to and kidnap me, and not doubting but that it might be true [HC 5:43] I consulted with upon the most proper course to be pursued We concluded to write to you on the subject, and I requested him to do so. I understand he has written to you but I know not in what manner; and I should be very much pleased if you would write to me on receipt of this giving me the contents of his communication. I have also heard that you have entertained of late very unfavorable feelings towards us as a people and especially so with regard to myself and that you have said I ought to be shot &c If this be true I should be pleased to know from yourself the reason of such hostile feelings, for I know of no cause which can possibly exist that might produce such feelings in your breast. It is rumored and strong evidence exists that and [David] and have posted bills in calling upon the people to hold meetings and have themselves in readiness at a moments warning to assemble and come here, and mob us out of the place and try to kidnap me we know not as to the truth of this report but we have conversed with some transient persons who had the report from a Gentleman who lately came from there and had seen those hand bills posted in . In case of a Mob coming upon us I wish to be informed by the what will be the best course for us to pursue, and how he wishes us to act in regard to this Matter. Joseph Smith Lieutt.General. Nauvoo Legion.”