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Show have been so long teaching." He further went on to urge the girls to retrench in their mode of dressing and of living, that they might return to the Pioneer standards rather than follow the frivolous ways of the world. This organization has grown from that time until at present there are over 120,000 young women eI1rolled and active in it. Volunteer, unpaid leaders give weekly instructions in religious and character building subjects as well as in the various recreational arts, such as dance, drama, music, speech and sports. The offices of the First Presidency and other authorities in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are found in the large white building immediately west of the Lion House. As in the past, so today, the Lion House is one of the social centers of Salt Lake City. After Brigham Young's death, this home was first used as a meeting place for the girls and women of the community, but has become a favorite gathering place for receptions, weddings, parties, luncheons, and meetings. It will long be maintained as a link between Utah's colorful past and present. LION HOUSE SOCIAL CENTER SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH |
