Thomas Durham — Healing of Total Blindness
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Thomas Durham, a prominent pioneer musician and weaver in Parowan, suffered a severe affliction that resulted in total blindness for a period of nine months. According to the history recorded by his son Alfred and Luella Adams Dalton, Durham sought a blessing through the administration of the Priesthood. Following this administration, his sight was miraculously restored. This healing was considered a significant providence by the local community, as it allowed Durham to continue his vital work as the leader of the Parowan Choir and his trade as a weaver, which supported his family during the difficult early years of the Iron County Mission.
Sources & References
Alfred M. Durham, 'Sketch of the Life of Thomas Durham,' DUP History Collection (1936); Luella Adams Dalton, History of the Iron County Mission and Parowan, the Mother Town, pp. 294-295. (research confidence: high)
