Mormonism (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints)
Subject
Subject Source: Archiveswest
Found in 757 Collections and/or Records:
Robert S. Portlock article
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1675
Abstract
The Robert S. Portlock article (1997) is entitled, "Joseph Smith as Latter-day Halcyon: Spiritual Mythology and Mormon Symbolism" which is a 22-page document, written by Gail L. Porritt and Robert S. Portlock. This document studies the parallels between the historical life of Joseph Smith, Jr. and ancient mythology.
Dates:
1997
Stephen Post papers [microform]
Collection
Identifier: MS 0490
Abstract
The Stephen Post papers (1835-1921) are contained on microfilm reels and include Post's journals, letters from Sidney Rigdon, certificates, receipts, notes, sermons, published works, and other papers. Stephen Post (1810-1879) was an early member of the LDS Church and later member and leader of various schismatic groups.
Dates:
1835-1921
Guy Potter Mormon history collection
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1561
Abstract
The Guy Potter Mormon history collection (1841-1976) contains photocopied correspondence, statements, statistics, lists, and journal excerpts regarding the Holy Order and the performance of Second Anointings in the LDS Church. Included are correspondence from Brigham Young, John Taylor, Heber J. Grant, and Wilford Woodruff, as well as statements by Joseph Smith, Joseph F. Smith, and Brigham Young. Also included are photocopies of diaries and typed copies of diaries taken from published sources....
Dates:
1841-1976
Olive Andelin Potter autobiography [photocopy]
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0360
Abstract
This collections consists of a photocopy of the typescript autobiography of Olive Andelin Potter discussing family life in Utah, including her move from Salt Lake City to the Sanpete Valley in the 1880s.
Dates:
1932
William M. Powell papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1394
Abstract
The William M. Powell papers (1968-1992) consists of his autobiography and several articles on early Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints history. William M. Powell (b. 1914) is a retired owner of an electrical supply company.
Dates:
1968-1992
Orson Pratt certificate
Item
Identifier: MS 0312
Abstract
The Orson Pratt certificate (1859) details his appointment as Chancellor of the Deseret University, signed by governor Alfred Cumming.
Dates:
1859
Parley P. Pratt papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 0014
Abstract
The Parley P. Pratt papers (1841-1895) contain correspondence as well as personal and family records of Pratt and his family. Parley P. Pratt was an early convert to the LDS Church and later an apostle.
Dates:
1841-1895
Gregory A. Prince papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1334
Abstract
The Gregory A. Prince papers (1833-1995) contain correspondence, research materials and notes, and the transcripts of oral interviews collected during the writing of Prince's various books about Mormon history. Draft manuscripts of several of those works are also included.
Dates:
1829-2020
Prisoners for conscience sake list
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0381
Abstract
This item (1934) consists of a handwritten list of 888 Latter Day Saint men and women imprisoned in Utah for polygamy or unlawful cohabitation under the Edmunds and Edmunds-Tucker Laws.
Dates:
1934
Prolegomena
Collection
Identifier: MS 0166
Abstract
Prolegomena is an anonymous discussion of Mormonism during the Brigham Young period, intended to be "strictly impartial" and a letter to a "Mormon Gentleman" (also unidentified) asking for answers to specific questions about Mormonism with a detailed answer to the questions. The replies given express highly favorable views of the LDS religion and of Brigham Young, explaining the Mormon beliefs in the Old and New Testaments, the belief that they are a chosen people, and the wish to be accepted...
Dates:
undated