Letters to the editor on church views and Benson criticism
Ezra J Poulsen objects to Ezra Taft Benson attacks and John Birch Society tactics. He defends differing LDS Church opinions, condemns smear campaigns, and calls for open debate while criticizing high church officials who intrude in politics.
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Mormon Lawmaker Attacks John Birch Influence In Congress
Idaho representative Ralph Harding denounces John Birch Society use of Mormon church to promote distrust of Americans. He cites Ezra Taft Benson’s remarks at Birch events, calls for scrutiny of Birch ties to government and church leaders, and references a critical brief on Robert Welch’s book The Politician.
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Liberty News Notes Visit and Travel in Salt Lake City
Mrs Maud Carlsen Mrs Armilla Lyoh and Mrs Ellen Miller attend the Relief Society Conference in Salt Lake City Wednesday and Thursday. Diane Kirk and Jana Pugmire of Montpelier and Randy Carlsen of Rexburg visited the Carlsens. President and Mrs William K Matthews attended Conference in Salt Lake City Friday through Sunday. Glade Hymns and others visited Salt Lake City. Logan temple attendance noted.
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