1888-08-08-Wyoming

Letter from H. J. Christiansen - August 8, 1888

Christiansen H. J. et al. [Letter], Latter-day Saints' Millennial Star 50:36 (Sept. 3, 1888) p. 571.

New York, Aug. 8, 1888.

President George Teasdale.

Dear Brother,--

Before leaving for Norfolk we proceed to place before you, briefly, the most interesting features connected with our journey from Queenstown to New York.

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We came in sight of the American shores - a sight heartily appreciated - about 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 7th. Passed quarantine at 4 p.m., but were not permitted to land until 9 a.m. the next morning. The custom house and Castle Garden were passed without any delay or annoyance. Mr. Gibson, Guion's agent, was on hand on our arrival, and attended to all matters pertaining to our landing and embarking on the Old Dominion steamship with care and promptness. We leave for Norfolk at 3 p.m., today, Wednesday.

Our voyage from Liverpool to New York, taking all things into consideration, was an enjoyable one. The passengers, not of our company, we found to be genial and communicative. The officers and stewards of the ship were kind and considerate in their treatment towards us. This we acknowledged by the presentation of a written address.

Praying that the blessings of the Lord may direct you in your labors, and with best regards to yourself and your co laborers in the office, we remain your brethren in the gospel,

H. J. Christiansen,

C. L. Christensen,

C. O. Folkman,

per T. Y. Stanford.