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Latter Day Saints -- Diaries

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 142 Collections and/or Records:

Eliza Ann Bennion journal [transcript]

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1988
Abstract The Eliza Ann Bennion journal [transcript] (1871-1876) chronicles the later period of Bennion's married life in Rush Valley, Vernon, and Taylorsville, Utah. Eliza Ann Bennion (1853-1946) was born to British Latter-day Saint converts Joseph and Eliza Smith Harker, who immigrated to Utah in the mid-nineteenth century.
Dates: 1871-1876

Bennion family papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0251
Abstract The Bennion family papers (1844-1949) include the diaries of John Bennion (1820-1877), Heber Bennion (1858-1932), and Mary Bennion Powell (born 1890), as well as family correspondence and autobiographical sketches. John and Samuel Bennion and John's son, Heber, were Utah sheep ranchers and polygamists, while Mary Bennion Powell was a daughter of Heber Bennion.
Dates: 1844-1949

Lowell L. Bennion papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1065
Abstract The Lowell L. Bennion papers (1928-1987) contain many articles and speeches that Bennion wrote, as well as a portion of Bennion's missionary diary. Bennion (1908-1996) was the first director of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) Institute at the University of Utah. He was also a major leader in humanitarian service and the University of Utah's Lowell Bennion Service Center is named in his honor.
Dates: 1928-1987

M. Lynn Bennion papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0531
Abstract The M. Lynn Bennion papers (1889-1982) contain journals, correspondence, articles, and educational materials concerning M. Lynn Bennion and his father, Milton Bennion. Both were educators and religious leaders in Salt Lake City.
Dates: 1889-1982

Henry G. Boyle autobiography and diary [typescripts]

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0384
Abstract The Henry G. Boyle autobiography and diary consists of a typescript copy. First volume covers 1832-1855; the second covers 1855-1858; the third covers 1868-1888. Covers early life in Virginia, joining the LDS church, his trip to Nauvoo, service in the Mormon Battalion and events on the march, and the settlement of San Bernardino. Includes detailed records of proselyting missions to Virginia and other Southern states, and of his later life and activities in Utah. Also includes genealogies of the...
Dates: 1832-1888

James Stephens Brown diaries [typescripts]

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0010
Abstract The James Stephens Brown diaries [typescripts] (1849-1892) contain transcriptions of five of James Stephens Brown's journals. These journals cover fragments of more than fourty-six years of his life, primarily those devoted to missionary work in Iowa, Nebraska, Missouri, Great Britain, Tahiti, and to a missionary settlement south and southeast of the Colorado River.
Dates: 1849-1892

Isaac Bullock family papers [photocopies]

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0005
Abstract The Isaac Bullock family papers (1854-1952) include biographies for Benjamin Bullock III (1792-1852), Electa Wood Bullock (1834-1911), and Isaac Bullock (1825-1891). Also included is Isaac Bullock's journal.
Dates: 1854-1952

Hyrum B. Calder papers [photocopies and transcripts]

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1730
Abstract The Hyrum B. Calder papers [photocopies and transcripts] (1895-1898) contain a data sheet, missionary journal, personal journal, and a photocopied picture of the Presidency of the European mission of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Hyrum Calder spent most of his life in Vernal, Utah. He served as both mayor of Vernal and a state senator from 1931 to 1936.
Dates: 1895-1898

George Gordon Campbell papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0851
Abstract The George Gordon Campbell papers (1899-1957) contain correspondence, diaries, genealogy, an article and various notes pertaining to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church).
Dates: 1899-1957

Abraham Hoagland Cannon journals [copies]

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0003
Abstract The Abraham Hoagland Cannon journals [copies](1879-1895) consist of nineteen volumes which outline details about LDS Church council meetings and his service as a apostle, political meetings, and other important issues. He recorded business ventures which included stationary and furniture stores, real estate, mining, banking, railroads, and sugar manufacturing. Polygamy is a major theme throughout his journals as well. No photocopies can be made.
Dates: 1879-1895