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Show 22nd Anniversary if the Opcr-ing f St. George Temple. Twetiiy-two years ago last Monday, January 9th, 1877, the, St. George Temple was first opened for work. On that day and at that place the late President Wilford Woodruff baptised 142 persons, and the late President Brigluuii Young took part in the confirmation, con-firmation, The occasion was observed on Monday by an entertainment and dinner, held in the large dining room oi the Temple annex. About 74 were present, mostly Temple workers; the Stake Presidency and Bishopric were present' by invitation. Some poetry written for the occasion by C. L. Walker, was read and will appear in these columns next issue if we can afford the space, -JZ c - |