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Malissa Stewart and Martha Bullock, "Isaac Bullock (1825-1891)"

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 3

Scope and Contents

Isaac Bullock had a college education in New York, graduating from law school. Moved to Nauvoo with the family. Went on a mission to New York. In 1852, he crossed the plains with the family to Utah, after his father's death at North Platte. In 1853 he was sent to Fort Supply, Wyoming, with others to establish an agricultural enterprise and to work with the Indians. He learned the Shoshone Indian Language. This account tells of the incident with Chief Tibunduets. He was released in 1857. He returned to Provo and opened the Bullock Hotel on 5th West and Center Street. In 1863 he went on a mission to England. In 1877 he was chosen President of the High Priests Quorum, which position he held until his death. He was a civic leader, being at different times city councilor, mayor, and city alderman; also, U.S. Deputy Marshal. His two wives, Electa and Emma, and their families were an example of plural marriage at its best.

Dates

  • 1854-1952

Conditions Governing Access

Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.5 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the J. Willard Marriott Library Special Collections Repository

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