Anita- Thanks for finally explaining why in Juanita Brooks classic biography of John D. Lee there is frequent mention of the anticipation of visiting Brigham Young in Salt Lake City to tipple a little Cherry Brandy.
Mark
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From: Anita Cohen-Williams[SMTP:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: Wednesday, February 19, 1997 11:44 AM
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Subject: Re: Mormon Archaeology
The rule about abstaining from strong drink didn't occur until after 1870.
Actually, the original idea was to stay away from hot drinks such as hot
fermented cider. Only later did this expand to include all drinks with
caffiene and/or alcohol.
Anita Cohen-Williams
Information Specialist
Auto Club of Southern California
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