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

 Subject
Subject Source: Archiveswest

Found in 757 Collections and/or Records:

Enos and Jemima Child Stookey family biography

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1022
Abstract

The Enos and Jemima Child Stookey family biography consists of a bound biography of Enos Stookey (1829-1889) and Jemima Child Stookey (1827-1914) and their children that has been compiled by Gwenevere A. Stookey and Corrine S. Dods. Enos and Jemima Child Stookey were LDS pioneers who moved from Belleville, Illinois, in 1855 to Salt Lake City, Utah, by wagon. After their arrival they moved to Rush Valley, Utah, and were some of the first established settlers in this area.

Dates: 1986

Reed A. Stout papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1768
Abstract

The Reed A. Stout papers (1939-1997) contain correspondence, a diary, and reviews of the writings of D. Michael Quinn, a Mormon historian. Stout was an attorney and trial lawyer.

Dates: 1939-1997

James J. Strang papers [photocopies]

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0884
Abstract

The James J. Strang papers [photocopies] consist of "Chronicles of Voree: a record of the establishment and doings of the Stake of Zion called Voree in Wisconsin made by the scribes appointed to that office, 1844-1849."

Dates: 1844-1849

Ernst F. Sturm papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1530
Abstract

The Ernst F. Sturm papers (1901-1916) contain a journal and a personal letter. Both relate to the LDS splinter group "The Living Kingdom of God/Eastmanites," led by Samuel Eastman. The letter is addressed to Edward Janoschek. The journal is a compilation of notes from their meetings and of personal writings.

Dates: 1901-1916

V. Mark Sumner report

 Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114042071334]
Identifier: ACCN 1459
Abstract

The V. Mark Sumner report (1967) is entitled "An Exploration of the Footnotes in the 1911 Edition of The Book of Mormon," resulting from research done by V. Mark Sumner. This short paper (19 pages) deals with the footnotes of a review of the Book of Mormon completed by the Talmage Group in 1920.

Dates: 1967

George W. Taggart papers [typescripts]

 Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114043368192]
Identifier: ACCN 0611
Abstract

The George W. Taggart papers (1846-1847, 1978) consist of a typescript of Taggart's journals and letters to his wife, and a brief postscript to the story written by his grandson, Spencer L. Taggart. The originals are located in the LDS Church Historian's Office.

Dates: 1846-1847; 1978

James Edward Talmage papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0304
Abstract

The James Edward Talmage papers (1876-1933) consist of a resume of Talmage's private journals, correspondence and laboratory record books, spanning his career as scientist, educator and LDS apostle.

Dates: 1876-1933

James Edward Talmage photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0703
Abstract

The James Edward Talmage photograph collection consists of portraits of James E. Talmage and his family. Talmage was a geology professor at the University of Deseret and later served as president of the same institution, now known as the University of Utah.

Dates: circa 1910-1930s

Sterling B. Talmage papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0724
Abstract The Sterling B. Talmage papers (1878-1955) consist of correspondence, articles, and books on theological and scientific issues, principally on dating the age of the earth, geology, and LDS Church attitudes toward evolution. Correspondents include James E. Talmage, Joseph Fielding Smith, and John A. Widtsoe. Included are articles and drafts of articles. Also included are some materials by and about James E. Talmage. Sterling B. Talmage was a teacher, geologist, and writer. He was the son of...
Dates: 1878-1955

George S. Tanner papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1361
Abstract

The George S. Tanner papers (1912-1992) contain personal and family materials related to George Tanner, a teacher and historian. Included are correspondence, arranged chronologically and alphabetically; biographies and autobiographies; journals and family histories; financial and medical records; writings and speeches; newsletters and news clippings; programs and brochures; and materials relating to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church).

Dates: 1912-1992

Mary Jane Mount Tanner papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0200
Abstract The Mary Jane Mount Tanner papers (1829-1908) consist of an introspective and insightful diary recording her impressions of her activities and society. It concerns primarily personal matters such as stresses in a polygamous family, problems with family members, church and social activities, and the publication of a volume of her poetry. Correspondence is primarily about family matters; between herself and father in California (1849-1876) about his activities and the settlement of his estate;...
Dates: 1829-1908

Nathan Tanner speech

 Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114042237067]
Identifier: MS 0020
Abstract

The Nathan Tanner speech transcript was given by Tanner, in 1895. The speech relates the story of Tanner's conversion and baptism into the Church of Jesus Christ of Later-day Saints (LDS) in New York, at the age of sixteen. He describes the mob persecutions of the Mormons at Kirtland, Ohio, and Far West, Missouri.

Dates: 1895

Sandra Tanner oral history interviews

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0413
Abstract The Sandra Tanner oral history interviews (1972-1983) is a set of transcripts of interviews with Sandra Tanner conducted by Scott H. Faulring and James V. D'Arc. Tanner, along with her husband, Jerald Tanner, founded the Modern Microfilm Co. in Salt Lake City. Topics discussed in the interviews include Latter-day Saint Church history and doctrine, Jerald Tanner, the Tanner family, Sandra Tanner's writing and other activities, and history of the Modern Microfilm Company. Also included are...
Dates: 1972-1983

Elmina Shepard Taylor diary [photocopy]

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1362
Abstract

The Elmina Shepard Taylor diary consists of a photocopy of the original which was written while her husband was serving an LDS mission to England. Elmina was the wife of George H. Taylor.

Dates: 1879

Elton LeRoy Taylor papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1360
Abstract

The Elton LeRoy Taylor papers (circa 1920s-1970s) hold the personal materials of Elton Taylor, as well as some of his research on Utah Lake.

Dates: circa 1920s-1970s

Elton LeRoy Taylor photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0536
Abstract

The Elton LeRoy Taylor photograph collection consists primarily of a complex scrapbook filled with photographs dating from the late 19th century. Subjects include personal images, and portraits. The collection also contains recent images of Taylor.

Dates: circa 1880-1990

Fern Smoot Taylor family papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0705
Abstract

The Fern Smoot Taylor family papers (1854-1856, 1901) consist of a glossary and account book, by Isaac Bullock. Included in the collection are letters written to LDS missionary Abraham Owen Smoot III as a serially numbered round-robin letter from family members.

Dates: 1854-1901

George H. Taylor autobiography and diary

 Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 9915284820102001]
Identifier: ACCN 1368
Abstract

The George H. Taylor autobiography and diary (1886) consist of a transcript of an autobiography of George H. Taylor, an LDS bishop, written while serving a prison term in 1886 for polygamy; transcript of a diary recounting his prison experiences, 1886. Taylor was an LDS bishop imprisoned for practicing polygamy.

Dates: 1886

George J. Taylor papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1454
Abstract

The George J. Taylor papers (1843-1897) contain six volumes of photocopied materials including journals, correspondence, certificates, and legal documents. Taylor (1834-1914) was a regent of the University of Deseret (now University of Utah) and the oldest son of John Taylor, third president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church).

Dates: 1843-1897

Jane Ballantyne Taylor diary

 Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114042304669]
Identifier: ACCN 2593
Abstract

The Jane Ballantyne Taylor diary (1846-1872) begins with an entry on 16 February 1846 describing her departure from "the city of Joseph." The book contains both dated diary entries and descriptions of events written many years later. There are also financial entries for the 1850s and notations of birth and death dates written in 1872.

Dates: 1846-1872