Biographies
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Genre/Form Terms
Found in 181 Collections and/or Records:
Vontella Hess Buchholz Kimball papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 0264
Abstract
The Vontella Hess Buchholz Kimball papers (1931-1971) consist of correspondence, notebooks, and newspaper clippings concerning her activities as national education director of a large cosmetic firm and her interest in the Middle East. Vontella (1906-1971) was an active and independent woman with a desire to travel. She often lectured on charm and beauty at business and social clubs, and was also in demand as a speaker on traditional Arab attire and jewelry.
Dates:
1931-1971
Mitchell H. Kline papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1463
Abstract
The Mitchell H. Kline papers (circa 1950s-1970s) consist mainly of mechanical engineering and mining records, although some of Kline's personal materials are also present.
Dates:
circa 1950s-1970s
Arthur and Emma Krause papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1769
Abstract
The Arthur and Emma Krause papers (1911-1980) contain a poetry book, maps, a scrapbook, and a health book. Arthur and Emma Krause were German members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who emigrated to the United States in 1953. Arthur Krause served in the German army during World War II and spent two years in a Russian prisoner of war camp. Emma Krause fled Breslau ahead of the advancing Red Army.
Dates:
1911-1980
Naomi Barlow Larson autobiography
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2785
Abstract
The Naomi Barlow Larson autobiography (2010) is entitled The Poet's Wife. Larson discusses her personal history along with biographical sketches of her parents, Elbert Henry Barlow and Alice Alberta Sweeten Barlow.
Dates:
2010
William "Bill" Gustave Larson papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2633
Abstract
The William "Bill" Gustave Larson papers (1890-1995) consist of correspondence, certificates, awards, news clippings and other materials. The collection also contains materials regarding Charles G. Larson and writings by others. Larson was a member of the Utah House of Representatives and was instrumental in the organization of the Metro Salt Lake Committee on Aging.
Dates:
1890-1995
Genevieve Lawrence papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1110
Abstract
The Genevieve Lawrence papers (1944-1989) contain correspondence, sales information, artist cards, and gallery programs. Correspondents include Alice Merrill Horne and Ray Nilson's Fine Arts Gallery. Concerns art galleries, Utah Women artists, interior design and the 1955-1957 Utah State Fairs. Also includes organization records of the American Association of University Women. Genevieve Lawrence was a owner of Lugen Galleries and an art collector.
Dates:
1944-1989
Henry W. Lawrence papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 0309
Abstract
The Henry W. Lawrence papers (circa 1924) consist of estate papers, an obituary, a biographical sketch, genealogical records, and an appendix to an unpublished thesis titled "Populism in Utah."
Dates:
circa 1924
Francis Lee family historical accounts
Collection
Identifier: MS 0322
Abstract
The Francis Lee family historical accounts (1925, 1960) consist of one by Lucille Butler Roberts and the other by Elizabeth Lee Butler. The first is about the settlement of Panaca and Pioche, Nevada. The second about the Francis Lee family settlement in Meadow Wash Valley.
Dates:
1925-1960
Thomas A. Leishman papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1740
Abstract
The Thomas A. Leishman papers (1887-1998) contain his mission diary and various personal and biographical documents. Leishman was born in Scotland and emigrated to Utah in 1852. He helped lay out the city of Wellsville, Utah, and assisted in the construction of every public building in the community. He later served an LDS mission to England and Scotland form 1887 to 1889.
Dates:
1887-1930
Eliza Lowe biography
Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114043368119]
Identifier: MS 0647
Abstract
The Eliza Lowe biography consist of a brief history of Eliza Lowe and her husband, Thomas, compiled by their granddaughter, Mary Belnap Lowe.
Dates:
1980s