Letter of recommendation to Samuel Bent & George W Harris

To all whom it may concern

This is to certify that Elders Samuel Bent and George W Harris are authorized agents of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, being appointed by the first Presidency and High Council of said Church to visit the branches of the church in the East or wherever they may be led in the providence of God, to obtain donations and subscriptions for the purpose of printing the Book of Mormon. Doctrines & Covenants and Hymn Books and the new translation of the scriptures &c. They are likewise instructed and authorized to make loans in behalf of the Church for carrying into opperation the above and other important works necessary to the well being of said church