A note from my mission president, Hal R. Johnson, written sometime during July 1970 in Rio de Janeiro. He was responding to my inquiry concerning a “Captain George” whom I had declined helping with Church funds. I recorded this letter in my missionary journal under date of Thursday, July 16, 1970.
Dear Elder Cleverly,
Not one centavo!!! No sirrreee bob, not a single centavo to Jorge Silav. This man has already put it to me twice, my being so soft¬hearted and all, but no more!!! I do not want him bothering the missionaries or stirring up trouble in the branch. Counsel the members there to ignore him and hope that he goes away, and tell the missionaries not to waste their time nor their money with or on him.
“If this sounds cruel, and un-Christianlike, he has brought it on. If I hear any more of his stirring up trouble in any branch, he will be tried for his membership!
“You were exactly right in denying any consideration to him. Do not assume any responsibility for him, his debts, etc. in any way, implied or accepted, and incidentally he always happens to be out of money, and any day now is going to receive a big settlement that is due him. He says. But no more. Thank-you for your caution and your wisdom in holding off.
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