Chapter XII.

Change in Church Periodicals--The Covenant of Tithing--Close of the Year 1834.

"Messenger and Advocate" Founded.

The Prophet's Labors in Michigan.

Preparation of the School of the Elders.

Strenuous Life of the Prophet.

Letter Sent to George Jones, Brownhelm, Ohio, by Orders of the High Council.

Revelation given November 25, 1834.

Letter from Hon. J. T. V. Thompson to W. W. Phelps.

Governor's Message to the Jackson People.

Minutes of Council Meeting Held at Kirtland, Nov. 28th.

Letter from Alvah L. Tippets to the Prophet.

The Covenant of Tithing.

A Prayer.

A Prophecy.

School at Kirtland for the Elders.

Oliver Cowdery Ordained an Assistant President.

Thanks to Governor Dunklin.

Revived Hopes.

Letter from W. W. Phelps to Esquire Thompson.

Thompson and Atchison Promise Assistance.