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Mormonism (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints)

 Subject
Subject Source: Archiveswest

Found in 757 Collections and/or Records:

"£ 200 Reward" broadsheet

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2996
Abstract

The "£ 200 Reward" broadsheet (1911) advertises a reward for "each and every case of girls being sent to Utah as white slaves or for the purpose of becoming polygamous wives." The verso promotes the state of Utah and the people.

Dates: 1911

John Adams family papers [photocopies]

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1577
Abstract The John Adams family papers (1886-1929) contains three photocopied documents: A journal kept by John Adams from November 1886 to October 1887, includes entries from the six months he spent in the Utah Territorial Penitentiary after his imprisonment for the practice of polygamy; a biography of John Adams (1836-1901) written in 1927 by his son, John Q. Adams; and a "Tribute to my Mother," written by John Q. Adams in 1929. Together, these documents describe Adams' experiences in prison and the...
Dates: 1886-1929

Melissa Jane Caldwell Adams family papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0082
Abstract

The Melissa Jane Caldwell Adams family papers contain biographies of William Henry Adams Sr. (1817-1898), Matthew Caldwell (1822-1912), Barzilla Guymon Caldwell (1823-1869), Melissa Jane Caldwell Adams (1851-1939), and William Henry Adams (1845-1921).

Dates: 1817-1939

William Adams family papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1621
Abstract

The William Adams family papers (1894-1970) comprise an autobiography, a biography of his eldest son, Charles, genealogies, and biographies of various family members. William Adams was a Latter Day Saint pioneer who was part of the original Iron County settlement mission in 1850. His descendents became community leaders in Iron County, Utah.

Dates: 1894-1970

Affirmation: the Gay and Lesbian Mormons records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1867
Abstract Affirmation: the Gay and Lesbian Mormons records contains correspondence, conference materials, flyers, programs, brochures, newsletters, and news clippings, most dealing with the Affirmation organization. Affirmation is a non-profit organization formed in 1977 and serves members of the LDS Church by holding conferences, workshops, programs, and publishing newsletters all over the United States. Other organizations represented in the records include the Gamofites (Gay Mormon Fathers) and the...
Dates: 1977-2010

Ralph M. Aldous correspondence

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2538
Abstract

The Ralph M. Aldous correspondence (1913-1919) consists of letters written during World War I. The correspondence chronicles Aldous' experiences while serving in the Headquarters Company, 362nd Infantry.

Dates: 1913-1919

Andrew Jackson Allen diary [transcript]

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0392
Abstract

The Andrew Jackson Allen diary (1848-1884) consist of a typed copy of Allen's diary. He begins by writing a brief synopsis of his life prior to 1848, then continues with day to day entries. He writes of church activities, politics, family business, and other subjects. Andrew Jackson Allen (1818-1884) was an early member of the LDS Church who moved to Utah under the direction of Abraham Owen Smoot in 1847.

Dates: 1848-1884

Jude Allen papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1480
Abstract

The Jude Allen papers (1836-1981) consist of a handwritten account book; a certificate of Allen's appointment to the rank of captain in the Ohio Militia; a three-page biography written by his granddaughter, Edna Dewey Pierson; and a children's short story written in 1981, by Avon Compton, another granddaughter.

Dates: 1836-1981

Jude Allen photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0644
Abstract

The Jude Allen photogrpah collection consists of a copy photograph portrait of Jude Allen as well as digital material related to the Allen family.

Dates: circa 1880

Mark K. Allen papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1330
Abstract

The Mark K. Allen papers consist of a photocopy of Allen's diary made while serving a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) mission to the Eastern States (1927-1928). Also included are two articles.

Dates: 1927-1988

James M. Allred journal [facsimile]

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2376
Abstract

The James M. Allred journal (circa 2007) [facsimile] consists of clippings, photographs, and entries pertaining to Allred's life. The journal appears to have been written between 1887 and 1939.

Dates: circa 2007

Archibald R. Anderson papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1735
Abstract

The Archibald R. Anderson papers (1932-1975) contain a copy of a 1932 memoir and a biography written by his son, Archibald J. Anderson. Archibald Anderson spent most of his life in Fairview, Sanpete County, Utah, where he was active in the family wool business. He helped establish the Fairview State Bank and served as vice-president of the bank for 35 years. He was a missionary for the LDS Church in Scotland from 1895 to 1897.

Dates: 1932-1975

Lavina Fielding Anderson papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 3107
Abstract The Lavina Fielding Anderson papers (1842-2019) consist of an autobiography, scrapbooks, correspondence, journals, a diary, L.D.S. church materials, bibliographies, meeting minutes, addresses, articles, book reviews, scholarly papers, manuscripts, and newspaper clippings. Forming an important part of the holdings are materials pertaining to Mormon professional organizations, publications, and conferences. These include those of the Association for Mormon Letters, the Mormon History...
Dates: 1842-2019

Lynn Matthews Anderson papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1934
Abstract

The Lynn Matthews Anderson papers (1988-1996) contain drafts of her book, The Easy-To-Read Book of Mormon, A Learning Companion, correspondence and newspaper clippings.

Dates: 1988-1996

Lynn Matthews Anderson photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P1020
Abstract

The Lynn Matthews Anderson photograph collection contains one photo of her book, The Easy-To-Read Book of Mormon, A Learning Companion. This collection has been entirely digitized and is available in our Digital Library.

Dates: 1995-1999

Nels Anderson papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0122
Abstract

The Nels Anderson papers (1923-1981) consist of the personal, family, and professional papers of Nels Anderson (b. 1889), a renowned sociologist.

Dates: 1923-1981

Charles H. Andrus papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1366
Abstract

The Charles H. Andrus papers (1923-1926) consist of papers resulting from Andrus' LDS Church mission to the Eastern United States. Included are letters, certificates, street meeting materials, and a diary.

Dates: 1923-1926

Charles H. Andrus photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0598
Abstract The Charles H. Andrus photograph collection consists of images from his service in the Eastern States Mission for the L.D.S. Church (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints), L.D.S. Church historical sites, and portraits of Andrus in the 1920's and 1940's. The collection also contains group portraits of the missionaries who served in the Eastern States Mission during the 1920's and various Elders. Andrus is...
Dates: circa 1920-circa 1940

Andrus family papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0327
Abstract

The Andrus family papers (1978-1979) contain information on Milo Andrus and his wives through two family publications, The Andrus Recorder and Milo Andrus and His Wives and Children. Both these xerox editions contain excerpts from Milo's journal and autobiography, as well as his letters. Information regarding Lucy Andrus and her "Halfway House" is also included.

Dates: 1978-1979

Milo Andrus photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0132
Abstract

The Milo Andrus photograph collection contains photographs include the Neff home in Salt Lake City, formerly the Deseret Telegraph Station, and the Milo Andrus Halfway House in Crescent.

Dates: circa 1900-1930