Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Jacob Miller papers (1809-1960) are comprised of Jacob Miller's diary, correspondence, news clippings, and family diaries and biographical sketches. The main part of the collection focuses on Miller's diary, dating from 1809-1876. It details his early life near Carthage, Illinois, his migration to the Salt Lake Valley, his missions for the LDS Church, and his civic responsibilities. The collection also contains various newspaper clippings giving the history of the Salmon River Mission. The...