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These folders contain letters to and from Alton F. Richards, as well as correspondence between Richards and the University of Utah concerning the requirements of admission to graduate school.

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These folders contain correspondence to and from family, including Samuel P. Richards, Agnes Richards, Samuel W. Richards, "Mama" Richards, brothers and sisters, death sympathy cards, and miscellaneous letters.

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This folder contains a handwritten copy of a letter written in 1852, typescript of a letter written in 1853, and a partial undated letter.

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This typescript is of a letter written in 1847 to Mary H. Richards, Samuel's wife.

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This folder also contains an incomplete, undated letter.

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This folder also contains undated correspondence.

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This folder contains photocopied version of the letters for access purposes. The original items has 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.

This folder also contains a typescript of a letter written in 1853.

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This folder includes typescripts of a letter written on 1846 September 30, and on 1854 July 27.

Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Alton F. Richards papers (1839-1994) contains correspondence, family documents, teaching materials, notes, writings, church records, financial records, and news clippings relating to the life of Alton F. Richards. Also included are a variety of science documents such as scientific lectures, magazines, and scientific notes. Family and other correspondence, including Samuel W. Richards and Ianthus P. Richards letters, and letters from friends is contained in boxes 1-3. Personal materials,...

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This folder contains a typescript of a letter written on 1895 January 01.