Abraham H. Cannon facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Abraham H. Cannon |
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| Quorum of the Twelve Apostles | |
| October 7, 1889 – July 19, 1896 | |
| LDS Church Apostle | |
| October 7, 1889 – July 19, 1896 | |
| Reason | Excommunication of Albert Carrington; death of John Taylor and reorganization of the First Presidency; death of Erastus Snow |
| Reorganization at end of term |
Matthias F. Cowley and Abraham O. Woodruff ordained |
| First Seven Presidents of the Seventy | |
| October 8, 1882 – October 7, 1889 | |
| End reason | Called to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Abraham Hoagland Cannon March 12, 1859 Salt Lake City, Utah Territory, U.S. |
| Died | July 19, 1896 (aged 37) Salt Lake City, Utah, U.S. |
| Resting place | Salt Lake City Cemetery 40°46′37.92″N 111°51′28.8″W / 40.7772000°N 111.858000°W |
| Spouse(s) | Sarah A. Jenkins Wilhelmina Mousley Mary E. C. Young Lilian Hamlin |
| Parents | George Q. Cannon Elizabeth Hoagland |
Abraham Hoagland Cannon (March 12, 1859 – July 19, 1896) was an important leader in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served as a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.
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Early Life and Education
Abraham H. Cannon was born in Salt Lake City, Utah Territory. His father, George Q. Cannon, was also a prominent leader in the Church.
Abraham went to Deseret University. He later studied architecture, learning how to design buildings.
Career and Service
Publisher
When Abraham was 23 years old, in 1882, he took charge of the Juvenile Instructor magazine. This magazine was very popular and helped teach young people. He managed it until he passed away.
In 1892, Abraham and his brother, John Q. Cannon, also began managing the Deseret News newspaper. He also became the editor and publisher of The Contributor, another important publication.
Church Leadership
Abraham H. Cannon served in several important roles in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
- On October 9, 1882, he became a member of the First Seven Presidents of the Seventy. This was a group of leaders who helped the Church grow.
- On October 7, 1889, Church President Wilford Woodruff called Abraham to be a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. He was ordained an apostle on that same day. He served in this important position until his death.
Later Life and Passing
In the summer of 1896, Abraham H. Cannon visited California. While there, he got an ear infection that became very serious. He had surgery, but his health continued to decline. Abraham passed away on July 19, 1896, in Salt Lake City, at the age of 37.
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Grave marker of Abraham H. Cannon.
