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Correspondence, Diaries and Proclamations

 Series

Scope and Contents

From the Collection: The Brigham Young papers (1857, 1876-1877, 1908) mainly consist of copied documents and typescripts relating to the religious and civic activities of Brigham Young. Included are correspondence, diaries from 1837-1857, proclamation, three holograph pages from his will, and microfilm of letter books and official papers from his time as governor of Utah Territory (1849-1857).

The original items in box 1, folders 7 and 21 have been removed and placed in Reserve. Access must be given by the Manuscripts Curator and by appointment. An archivist must remain with the items if being used.

Dates

  • 1857
  • 1876-1877
  • 1908

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.

The original items in box 1, folders 7 and 21 have been removed and placed in Reserve. Access must be given by the Manuscripts Curator and by appointment. An archivist must remain with the items if being used.

Extent

From the Collection: 2 Linear Feet (1 box, 1 oversize map case folder, 8 reels of microfilm)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the J. Willard Marriott Library Special Collections Repository

Contact:
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