Biographies
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Genre/Form Terms
Found in 181 Collections and/or Records:
Jean M. Westwood papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 0112
Abstract
The Jean M. Westwood papers (1934-1995) contain much that is applicable to national, Utah, and Arizona politics, as well as the women's movement. Included are correspondence, speeches and articles, and a variety of documents resulting from her affiliation with various political and civic organizations, as well as her leadership in the Democratic party at both the state (Utah and Arizona) and national levels.
Dates:
1934-1995
Charles Willden family papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 0325
Abstract
The Charles Willden family papers (1949-1963) consist of materials primarily relating to Charles (1806-1883) and Elliott Willden, Charles' son. Included is a biography of Charles Willden, an early settler of southern Utah, compiled by his great granddaughter, Jennie Jensen Hancock. The biography includes diary extracts from an LDS mission to England in 1847 and family group sheets. Also included is a biography of his son, Elliott Willden, by Manila May Willden Hardy.
Dates:
1949-1963
Joseph S. Willes biography on William Willes
Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114042321663]
Identifier: MS 0355
Abstract
The Joseph S. Willes biography on William Willes consist of a brief biographical sketch of the life of William Willes, with excerpts from several journals kept by him, by Joseph S. Willes, a grandson. The subjects summarized give a biographical sketch of Willes' conversion to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in England, persecution he suffered as a result, his mission to India and England, and his life in Utah.
Dates:
undated
Thomas S. Williams chronology compiled and edited by James W. Moss
Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114042140691]
Identifier: ACCN 2957
Abstract
The Thomas S. Williams chronology (2013) was compiled and edited by James W. Moss and is entitled, "Walking Tall in Utah Territory: The Chronology of Thomas S. Williams and His Father, Alexander with Alexander Williams' Genealogy Addendum." Included are research materials collected by Moss while compiling the history.
Dates:
2013
Marian Robertson Wilson papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0202
Abstract
The Marian Robertson Wilson papers (1920s-2013) consist of correspondence, article drafts, writings, research materials and other papers. The bulk of the materials relate to Wilson's writings about her father, Leroy J. Robertson, a world-renowned musician and composer, and her research into coptic studies. Wilson (b. 1926) is a musician, as well as a linguist and teacher. She has been recognized internationally as music editor of Coptic Encyclopedia and has lectured and taught at universities...
Dates:
1920s-2013
O. Meredith Wilson papers
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MS 0389
Abstract
The O. Meredith Wilson papers (1961) consist of a biographical sketch and materials relating to Wilson's Milton Bennion Memorial Lecture at the University of Utah. Also included are materials pertaining to Wilson's inauguration as president of the University of Minnesota, including a microfilmed scrapbook.
Dates:
1961
Joan Woodbury papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2384
Abstract
The Joan Woodbury papers (1936-2010) consist mainly of dance materials generated from Woodbury's years teaching at the University of Utah and her career as co-founder of the Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company. Included are programs, announcements, news articles, correspondence, biographical papers, notes, reports, minutes, travel information, and other dance-related materials.
Dates:
1936-2010
Woodward family biographies
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 3061
Abstract
The Woodward family biographies (2011-2017) detail the histories of Luacine Peery Pingree Bunnell, Wyoma Lynn Woodward, Louise Howard Hogan and their families. The three bound biographies also contain family photographs.
Dates:
2011-2017
Thomas J. and Lydia H. Yates papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1287
Abstract
The Thomas J. and Lydia H. Yates papers (1888-1985) contain correspondence, biographies, and a penitentiary autograph book. Thomas Yates was an engineer and active in the Mormon Church.
Dates:
1888-1985
Emily Dow Partridge Smith Young papers [photocopies]
Collection
Identifier: MS 0113
Abstract
The Emily Dow Partridge Smith Young papers (1832-1970) is a compilation of histories, letters, and a portion of Emily Young's diary copied by relatives from original manuscripts. Emily was a polygamous wife of Joseph Smith (1843) and of Brigham Young (1845).
Dates:
1832-1970