Johnson, Benjamin F. (Benjamin Franklin), 1818-1905

Benjamin F. Johnson (1818-1905) was a Mormon missionary and patriarch, farmer, orchardist, and freighter. He served as private secretary to Joseph Smith.

From the description of Benjamin F. Johnson photograph, circa 1890. (Brigham Young University). WorldCat record id: 213457759

Benjamin Franklin Johnson, born 28 July 1818 in New York, was a patriarch in the LDS Church and personal friend of Joseph Smith Jr.

From the guide to the Benjamin Franklin Johnson papers, undated, (J. Willard Marriott Library, University of Utah)

Mormon missionary and patriarch who served as a private secretary to the Mormon Prophet, Joseph Smith (1805-1844). He was also a farmer, orchardist, and freighter.

From the description of The testimony of Joseph Smith's best friend, ca. 1900-1910. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122553361

Mormon missionary and patriarch who served as a private secretary to the Mormon Prophet Joseph Smith (1805-1844). He was also a farmer, orchardist, and freighter.

From the description of Reminiscence, letters, and an obituary, 1881-1907. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122598608

From the guide to the Benjamin F. Johnson papers, 1881-1907, (L. Tom Perry Special Collections)