Joseph Angell Young facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Joseph Angell Young |
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| LDS Church Apostle | |
| February 4, 1864 – August 5, 1875 | |
| Reason | Brigham Young's discretion |
| Reorganization at end of term |
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| Born | Joseph Angell Young October 14, 1834 Kirtland, Ohio |
| Died | August 5, 1875 (aged 40) Manti, Utah Territory |
| Resting place | Mormon Pioneer Memorial 40°46′13.12″N 111°53′8.23″W / 40.7703111°N 111.8856194°W |
Joseph Angell Young (born October 14, 1834 – died August 5, 1875) was an important leader in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He held the special position of an apostle. Joseph Angell Young was unique because he became an apostle but was never part of the main leadership groups, like the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles or the First Presidency.
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Early Life and Pioneer Journey
Joseph Angell Young was born in Kirtland, Ohio. He was the oldest child of Brigham Young and Mary Ann Angell. His father, Brigham Young, was a very famous leader of the Church.
When Joseph was eight years old, his father baptized him into the Church in Kirtland. In 1847, Joseph traveled with his family. They were part of a group of Mormon pioneers. They moved from Nauvoo, Illinois, all the way to the Salt Lake Valley. This was a long and difficult journey.
Joseph Young's Career and Service
Missionary Work in England
From 1854 to 1856, Joseph Angell Young served as a missionary for the Church. He traveled to England to share his beliefs. He worked in cities like Liverpool, Manchester, and Bradford. After his mission, he returned to Utah Territory. There, he married Margaret Whitehead, who was from England. She became his second wife.
Business and Railroad Development
Over the next few years, Joseph Young worked in the lumber business. He managed several sawmills in the canyons near Salt Lake City. He also played a big part in building the Utah Central Railroad. This railroad helped connect different parts of Utah.
Becoming an Apostle
In 1864, his father, Brigham Young, made a special decision. He privately ordained two of his sons as apostles. These sons were Brigham Young, Jr. and Joseph Angell Young. This was done without a public announcement. They were not added to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Joseph Angell Young never became a member of the First Presidency. He also did not join the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, unlike his brother Brigham Jr.
Serving in Utah's Government
Joseph Angell Young was also active in the government of Utah Territory. He served as a member of the House of Representatives. This was the lower house of the territory's government. He served in its 6th, 11th, and 12th sessions. Later, he was a member of the territory's upper chamber. He served there from the 14th through the 19th sessions.
Church Leadership in Sevier County
In 1872, Joseph Young was asked to lead the Sevier District of the Church. This area is in central Utah today. He became the first stake president of the Sevier Stake. This stake was officially organized in 1874.
Later Life and Legacy
Joseph Angell Young served as stake president for only a few months. He died unexpectedly in Manti, Utah Territory. He was only forty years old. At the time of his death, he was working on plans for the Manti Utah Temple. He was buried in the Brigham Young Cemetery in Salt Lake City.
His Children
Joseph Angell Young was the father of Richard Whitehead Young. Richard became an Associate Justice. He served on the Supreme Court of the U.S. Territory of the Philippines. This was between 1899 and 1901.
