University of Utah Presidency, 1940

File — Box: 7, Folder: 5

Identifier: II

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

Correspondence between Nelson and others including George Thomas, president of the University of Utah; John C. Swensen; John R. Lewis; and Robert Hinckley about Nelson's possible nomination and selection as president of that institution. Includes a long commentary on Nelson's hesitancy to accept or consider the position because of Utah's political and religious situation at the time, and his loss of hearing.

Dates

1940

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.

One original item has been removed and placed in Reserve. Access must be given by the Manuscripts Curator and by appointment. An archivist must remain with the item if being used. Photocopies are available in the collection for research use.