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Diaries and notebooks [Originals in Reserve]

 Series

Scope and Contents

The diaries contain numerous references to Frederick Kesler's activities as a mill builder, as a family man, and as an associate of Brigham Young and other LDS leaders. Please refer to the digitized copies for access purposes. Access to the originals must be given by the Manuscripts Curator and by appointment. An archivist must remain with the items if being used.

Dates

  • Creation: 1837-1899

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

The artifacts belonging to Mr. Kesler, kept in the record chest he built, include two beautiful canes, a Nauvoo Legion sword and scabbard, gold writing pens, and a tintype of Kesler in his Legion uniform, and a daguerreotype of Kesler in civilian dress. In order to view these items, please schedule an appointment with the Manuscripts Curator, Elizabeth Rogers, by calling 801-585-3076.

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. A temple apron is located in oversize box 11. Due to the sacred nature of this item, it cannot be viewed by the public.

Extent

From the Collection: 7.5 Linear Feet (10 boxes and 1 oversize folder; wooden chest)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the J. Willard Marriott Library Special Collections Repository

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