Post-Manifesto Polygamy

File — Box: 11, Folder: 17

Identifier: III

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

Many signed declarations, which with some variations, say: "We the undersigned, because of misrepresentation and reproach cast upon our faith, and to avoid the abuse of enemies, and pretended friends or relatives, do hereby promise, 1st That we will not write or speak, of any sacred ceremony, or religious service, we receive. 2d That we will not answer questions written or verbal, but rather invite friend or foe, to remember the "Mormon creed," viz. "Mind their own business" not knowing when, where or by whom such service is performed; and so aid in keeping off offences against ourselves or our friends, which we regard as our proper duty in our associations, as witness our signatures...."
Certificates (pre-printed forms or handwritten) of individuals going to the temple.

Dates

1820-1984

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.