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Biographies

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Genre/Form Terms

Found in 185 Collections and/or Records:

Reva Beck Bosone papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0127
Abstract

The Reva Beck Bosone papers (1927-1977) mainly contain the political papers of Bosone (b. 1895), the first woman sent to the United States House of Representatives by the state of Utah. Included are correspondence, campaign materials, voting records, legislation, subject files, and some personal materials.

Dates: 1917-1977

Mary Lythgoe Bradford papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1830
Abstract

The Mary Lythgoe Bradford papers (1936-1994) contain personal writing, research, and manuscripts written by Mary Lythgoe Bradford, a LDS poet, author, and literary critic. Materials predominantly consist of her research and drafts of the biography of Lowell Bennion, Lowell L. Bennion: Teacher, Counselor, Humanitarian.

Dates: 1936-1994

Albert George Brain papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0982
Abstract

The Albert George Brain papers (1985-1987) consist of an autobiography; biography of Sidney S. Fox, owner of the first radio and television stations in Salt Lake City, Utah; a transcript of an interview by Albert Brain with Sidney Fox regarding his career in broadcasting; and other materials. Al Brain was a cameraman and photographer with several Utah television stations.

Dates: 1985-1987

Fawn McKay Brodie papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0360
Abstract The Fawn McKay Brodie papers (1932-1983) document the life (1915-1981) and writings of this well-known but controversial Utah-born author and university professor. Included are personal materials, including a biography, interviews, awards, an obituary, and memorial; a file regarding her husband, Bernard Brodie, and her mother, Fawn Brimhall McKay; and family correspondence. The bulk of the collection deals with Brodie's five books: No Man Knows My History: The Life...
Dates: 1932-1983

Kern N. Bulloch papers [digitized copies]

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 3029
Abstract The Kern N. Bulloch papers (1937-2010) consist of digital copies of autobiographical materials, correspondence and information related to US nuclear testing and its effects on local populations. Included are news clippings, reports and legal documents related to Bulloch v. United States and relevant lawsuits. The library does not contain the original materials for this collection. The digital files are not accessible online. Researchers must view the files on-site in...
Dates: 1937-2010

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

Olive Woolley Burt papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0244
Abstract

The Olive Woolley Burt papers (1936-1980) consist of manuscripts, research material, photographs, illustrations and correspondence of several of the books written for children by Burt during the years 1928-1980. The manuscript for her "American Murder Ballads and Their Stories," is included. Also among the papers are scrapbooks and other materials depicting her professional interests as a writer. Olive Burt was an author, newspaper feature writer, and teacher.

Dates: 1936-1980

Annie Wells Cannon papers [photocopies]

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1240
Abstract

The Annie Wells Cannon papers (1877-1942) consist of the diaries of Annie Wells Cannon (1859-1942), as well as family history materials including personal documents, biographies and autobiographies of family members, and other materials. All documents in the collection are photocopies.

Dates: 1877-1942

George Q. Cannon family papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1224
Abstract

The George Q. Cannon family papers (1842-2005) consist of genealogical materials, journal and diary extracts, obituaries, newspaper clippings, correspondence, family association meeting minutes, and biographical information. George Q. Cannon was a LDS pioneer, president of the Hawaiin LDS mission, delegate from the Utah Territory to the U.S. Congress, and member of the Council of the Twelve Apostles of the LDS Church.

Dates: 1842-2005

Ramona Wilcox Cannon papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1862
Abstract The Ramona Wilcox Cannon papers (1863-1994) contain materials associated with the life of this Utah author and columnist (1887-1978). Included are family and professional correspondence, family history, "Mary Marker" articles, newspaper clippings, interview transcripts, copies and drafts of Mona's other writings, and other personal items such as scrapbooks, diaries, and notebooks. Cannon received bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Utah and studied at the Royal University...
Dates: 1863-1994

Capitol Reef National Park records [photocopies]

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1817
Abstract

The Capitol Reef National Park records (1880-1999) consist of photocopies of material collected by Park Service employees at Capitol Reef National Park, and include correspondence, reports, articles, news clippings, notes, maps, biographies, and autobiographies relating to the establishment of Capitol Reef National Park and the development of the surrounding landscape.

Dates: 1880-1999

Kenneth Bitner Castleton papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0121
Abstract The Kenneth Bitner Castleton papers (1921-1994) contain biographical sketches, field notes, articles, certificates, scrapbooks, and textual excerpts. Castleton (1903-1993) was a prominent professor of surgery, Dean of the University of Utah Medical School, and the first Vice President for Health Sciences for the University of Utah. Castleton also was involved in writing and photography for Utah and Western rock art. Caslteton was also a participant in the Everett L. Coolley Oral History...
Dates: 1921-1994

Dolores Chase papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2943
Abstract

The Dolores Chase papers (1982-2009) consists mainly of her commentary essays written for the radio program Afternoon Edition on KUER FM90. Also included in the collection are promotional posters from the Dolores Chase Gallery. Chase obtained masters degrees in both English and Arts Administration in 1979. She opened the Dolores Chase Fine Art gallery in 1985 in downtown Salt Lake City.

Dates: 1982-2009

Chi Delta Phi records

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0086
Abstract

The Chi Delta Phi records (1911-1968) are a collection of materials reflecting the organization, growth, activities, and dissolution of the Gleam Epsilon chapter of this sorority, and its predecessor, the Order of the Gleam. The collection is comprised of a two-volume roster, a two-volume scrapbook, business records, fifteen volumes of unpublished writings of the members of the sorority, and a play.

Dates: 1911-1968

D.H. Christensen papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0627
Abstract

The D. H. Christensen papers (1853-1956) consist of correspondence, family materials, mission journals, essays, news clippings, articles, and scrapbooks. David Henry Christensen (1869-1956) was an educator in Utah, a superintendent of Salt Lake City Schools, he served on the Board of Regents, was the president of Christensen Construction Company, and went on a mission and became a mission president for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (LDS Church).

Dates: 1853-1956

Ezra T. Clark family papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1528
Abstract The Ezra T. Clark papers (1849-1999) contain interviews, memoirs, mission papers, general family documents, and short histories of descendants of Ezra T. Clark (1823-1901) and his wives, Mary Stevenson Clark (1825-1911) and Susan Leggett Clark (1838-1902). Ezra T. Clark was a pioneer settler in Davis County, Utah. The histories include copies of biographies, memoirs, interviews, letters, photographs, newspaper articles, and other material pertaining to the lives of the various relatives....
Dates: 1849-1999

Laura Christensen McCurdy Clark family biography

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Identifier: MS 0372
Abstract

The Laura Christensen McCurdy Clark family biography (1952) is titled, "Two Pioneer Stories" by Clark." This is an account of members of her family and their journeys from Europe to Utah, where they helped settle Sanpete County.

Dates: 1952

Cleofan records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2585
Abstract

The Cleofan records (1892-2009) contain the organizational papers of this women's social group based in Salt Lake City.

Dates: 1892-2009

Harvey Harris Cluff collection

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0566
Abstract

The Harvey Harris Cluff collection (1893-1944) consists of a scrapbook of clippings on Cluff's life and career. Also included are a biographical sketch of his wife, Frances Amelia Worsley Cluff, 1841-1934, genealogical notes, poems, letters, and essays on various subjects. Harvey Harris Cluff was a Utah attorney who served as attorney general of Utah from 1920 to 1928.

Dates: 1893-1944

Cowley family papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1223
Abstract

The Cowley family papers consist of biographical sketches of several members of the Cowley family, particularly Mattias Foss Cowley and Samuel Parkinson Cowley. Included is a 10 page handwritten biography of Samuel P. Cowley by his father, Mattias F. Cowley. Mattias Foss Cowley was dropped from the Mormon Church Quorum of the Twelve Apostles in 1893 for continuing to practice polygamy. Samuel P. Cowley was an F.B.I. agent who was killed in a gun battle with "Baby face" Nelson in 1934.

Dates: 1941-1991