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Charles A. Callis — Preservation in the Coalville Mines

Published September 2, 2026 at 8:40 AM

1840s
Coalville, Utah
Charles A. Callis
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Between the ages of 16 and 27, Charles A. Callis worked in the coal mines of Coalville, Summit County, Utah, to support his widowed mother and siblings. During these eleven years of labor in a high-risk industry, he was 'miraculously preserved' from the frequent and often fatal accidents that occurred in the mines. This period of divine protection is documented as a preparatory phase of his life, ensuring his survival for his future calling as an Apostle and mission president.

Sources & References

Charles Albert Callis, Wilford Woodruff Papers (https://wilfordwoodruffpapers.org/subjects/charles-albert-callis); Charles A. Callis, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_A._Callis) (research confidence: medium)

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Protection & Deliverance1840sUnited States

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When did this account take place?
The account is set in the 1840s.
Where did this account take place?
It took place in Coalville, Utah.
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It is filed as a Protection & Deliverance account reported in United States.
Where does this account come from?
Charles Albert Callis, Wilford Woodruff Papers ( Charles A. The full source citation appears in the Sources section below, with links to the original where available.

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