Griffin, Desire C., 1805-1884.
Married Rev. John Smith Griffin on his way through Missouri (April 10, 1839). Desire was a sister of the second Mrs. H.H. Spalding. Griffin's Indian mission failed in 1840 and the couple settled on the Tualatin plains.
From the description of Diary, 1839-1840. (Oregon Historical Society Research Library). WorldCat record id: 31413452
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