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