A Catholic Reminiscence on Joseph Smith

"During the life-time of their prophet Joe Smith, Catholic Bishops and priests were courteously received and hospitably entertained by him, whenever they had occasion to visit his growing city of Nauvoo; and they often spoke in praise of his personal kindliness and generosity."

[Life and Scenery in Missouri: Reminiscences of a Missionary Priest. Dublin: James Duffy & Company, 1890, 122].