Essays
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Genre/Form Terms
Found in 66 Collections and/or Records:
Ralph Martin McGrath term paper
Collection
Identifier: MS 0308
Abstract
The Ralph Martin McGrath term paper (1965) is titled "Was Austin Cowles a Conspirator against the Life of the Prophet?" The paper conclusively demonstrates that Austin Cowles, of whom McGrath is a decendant, had no role in the conspiracy against the LDS prophet, Joseph Smith.
Dates:
1965
Frank O. McIntyre papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2953
Abstract
The Frank O. McIntyre papers (1932-1976) contain personal items, as well as memoranda, articles and newspaper clippings relating to McIntyre's professional career as an educator, administrator, public relations executive and public speaker.
Dates:
1932-1976
Grant N. Mildenhall papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1742
Abstract
The Grant N. Mildenhall papers (1820-2009) contain an essay examining the relationship between the owners of mummies mentioned by Joseph Smith. Also included in the collection is a letter and article clippings.
Dates:
1820-2009
Charles H. Monson essay competition collection
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0526
Abstract
The Charles H. Monson essay competition collection (1999-2012) contains the winning essays from the competition. The competition is named for Charles H. Monson, who was a member of the University Philosophy Department from 1958-1974.
Dates:
1999-2012
Mormon historians and historiography collection
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0713
Abstract
The Mormon historians and historiography collection (1981-1984) consists of copies of articles written by LDS historians debating whether or not written LDS history should be "faith-promoting" or "objective."
Dates:
1981-1984
Mormonism collection
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0858
Abstract
The Mormonism collection (1854, 1933, 1981-1985) consists of research papers, correspondence, transcripts,and clippings concerning various controversies in the LDS Church. Materials concern theological topics, particularly the Adam-God theory, historical questions, obedience to authority, and the treatment of scholars. Included are materials concerning the "Salamander Letters" and the response of the LDS Church to the controversy. Also included in the collection is an editorial cartoon...
Dates:
1854-1985
David Breck Morris papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2205
Abstract
The David Breck Morris papers (1961-1993) consist mainly of speeches, articles, and essays, most of them written by Morris, in association with Kennecott Copper Corporation and the subject of applied physics. Morris received a B.S. in Physics from the University of Utah in 1960. He served as a physicist in the U.S. Coast Guard and later worked for Kennecott Copper Corp., where he served in various capacities, including senior systems analyst, senior computer programmer, and manager of market...
Dates:
1961-1993
Mountain Meadows Monument Foundation records
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2023
Abstract
The Mountain Meadows Monument Foundation records (1850-2012) consist of the foundation's newsletters, documents, newspaper and periodical articles, transcriptions of audio tapes, and information on the monument established as a memorial to those who were killed in the Mountain Meadows Massacre of 1857.
Dates:
1850-2012
Joseph W. Musser papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 0328
Abstract
The Joseph W. Musser papers (circa 1930s) are notes from a book of remembrance by Musser, but also include a great deal of notes, usually about dreams and visions, by Lorin C. Wooley. Both Musser and Wooley broke from the LDS Church over the issues of the cessation of polygamy and priesthood in the early 20th century.
Dates:
circa 1930s
Bret H. Parker papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2207
Abstract
The Bret H. Parker papers (1958-1994) are a simple history of the workings of the Oakland-Berkeley California Stake. They include correspondence, essays, historical documents, and directories.
Dates:
1958-1994