Orson Spencer letter

Collection

Identifier: ACCN 1518

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The Orson Spencer letter (1852) is from Spencer to his son-in-law, Hiram B. Clawson. It concerns the estate of Samuel A. Curtis (Spencer's father-in-law), and how that estate might effect Spencer's children. Spencer was an author, chancellor of the University of the State of Deseret, and on the Utah Board of Regents. He also worked with Orson Pratt on the phonetic Deseret Alphabet.

Dates

1852

Creator

Spencer, Orson, 1802-1855 (Person)

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 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.

Conditions Governing Use

The library does not claim to control copyright for all materials in the collection. An individual depicted in a reproduction has privacy rights as outlined in Title 45 CFR, part 46 (Protection of Human Subjects). For further information, please review the J. Willard Marriott Library’s Use Agreement and Reproduction Request forms.

Biographical Sketch

Orson Spencer (1802 – 1855) was born in West Stockbridge, Massachusetts. He was a prolific writer and prominent member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served in several highly visible positions within the church and left an extensive legacy of theological writings. Spencer was also the chancellor of the University of the State of Deseret, and on the Utah Board of Regents. He also worked with Orson Pratt on the phonetic Deseret Alphabet.

Extent

0.25 Linear Feet (1 folder)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

The Orson Spencer letter (1852) is from Spencer to his son-in-law, Hiram B. Clawson and concerns the estate of Samuel A. Curtis, the father-in-law of Orson Spencer, and how that estate might affect Spencer's children.