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This week in Mormon Land: Gay policy printed in missionary manual, apostle’s wife remembers single life, church buys Chicago tower

Salt Lake Tribune | August 17, 2018

Related Topics: Dallin H. Oaks, Chicago, Jane Manning James, Emma Smith, Melissa Leilani Larson, Joseph Smith, Policy, Apostles, Missionary, Mormons

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(Courtesy Excel Entertainment) Danielle Deadwyler and Emily Goss portray Jane Manning and Emma Smith, respectively, in the upcoming feature film
(Courtesy Excel Entertainment) Danielle Deadwyler and Emily Goss portray Jane Manning and Emma Smith, respectively, in the upcoming feature film "Jane & Emma."

Emma Smith stands alone as the most famous woman in Mormon history. The wife of church founder Joseph Smith is mentioned in histories, journals, even LDS scripture.

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