"Since Brigham realized that a considerable sum ($60-80,000 in 1861 dollars) was being spent annually on tobacco (at least a small part of which was used for medicinal purposes in the 19th century) he preferred that these funds remain within the territory to foster further economic growth and self-sufficiency, rather than disappearing into eastern markets."
The $2M inflated value "fair" conclusion for our times is:
A prominent LDS member headed a corporation that opened tobacco sales in Russia. He made millions by following the prophets while contributing to one of the biggest public health threats that the world has ever faced.
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