John President Porter, Jr.

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On 1847 September 7
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On 1928 May 17
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The Porter family traveled to the Salt Lake Valley with the Charles C. Rich Company in 1847.  Their family included John President and Nancy Rich, and their children Joseph Rich, Sanford Colson, and John President, Jr., who was born en route at the Sweetwater River.

John President’s parents, Sanford and Nancy Warriner, and his siblings Nathan Tanner, Nancy Areta and family, and Lyman Wight were also in the company.

Sarah Rich's autobiography confirms the date of his birth. His death certificate confirms his death date.

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Born in Sweetwater, Sweetwater, Wyoming, United States

1847 September 7

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Occurred On 1847 September 7
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Joined Charles C. Rich Company

1847 September 7 – October 2 (Age 0)

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Ended On 1847 October 2
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Died in Bountiful, Davis, Utah, United States

1928 May 17 (Age 80)

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Occurred On 1928 May 17
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