John R. Murdock (Mormon)
John Riggs Murdock (September 13, 1826 – November 12, 1913) was a Mormon pioneer, Utah politician, and leader of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Beaver, Utah. He is sometimes credited as the leader of the most down-and-back companies in Latter-day Saint history, as he directed multiple ox-drawn wagon trains sent from Utah to bring back both merchandise and emigrating church members from back East. Murdock also served several missions in the eastern United States.
| John R. Murdock | |
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Murdock c. 1909 | |
| Member of the Council of Fifty | |
| April 10, 1880 – November 12, 1913 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | John Riggs Murdock September 13, 1826 Orange, Ohio, United States |
| Died | November 12, 1913 (aged 87) Milford, Utah, United States |
| Resting place | Mountain View Cemetery 38.2811°N 112.6306°W |
| Organization | Members of the Council of Fifty |
| Spouse(s) | Almira Henrietta Lott Mary Ellen Wolfenden May Bain |
| Parents | John Murdock Julia Clapp |
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