Pioneers
Subject
Subject Source: Archiveswest
Found in 98 Collections and/or Records:
James Smithies family papers
Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114042068074]
Identifier: ACCN 1288
Abstract
The James Smithies family papers (1846-1859) consist of biographical and genealogical materials concerning James Smithies and his family. These materials are in the form of photocopied and transcribed diary entries and family group sheets that focus on the journey Smithies undertook with the Mormon pioneers from Nauvoo, Illinois, to the Salt Lake Valley from 1846 to 1848. Some diary entries are recorded up and through the year 1859.
Dates:
1846-1859
Erastus and Artimesia Snow papers [typescripts]
Collection
Identifier: MS 0385
Abstract
The Erastus and Artimesia Snow papers [typescripts] (1818-1880) consists of one volume compilation of letters written by Artimesia to her husband, Erastus and eight journals of Erastus arranged into one volume. Erastus Snow was a Mormon apostle and missionary, an associate of Joseph Smith and Brigham Young, and a Mormon pioneer in Utah. Artimesia Snow was the first of his several wives.
Dates:
1818-1880
Julia Josephine Spencer Snow biography
Collection
Identifier: MS 0087
Abstract
The Julia Josephine Spencer Snow biography contain an undated biography of Julia Snow (1837-1909), written by her granddaughter, Beatrice Snow Winsor. The biography records information about her family's move to St. Louis and her mother's move to Nauvoo at the time the members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints were driven out of that city. Also recorded is information on Julia's life in St. George, Utah, and her decendants.
Dates:
1910-1973
Samuel Lindsey Sprague family papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2476
Abstract
The Samuel Lindsey Sprague family papers (1866-1977) consists of documents and family histories along with memorabilia, scrapbooks and other materials. The Sprague family traveled to the Salt Lake Valley with the Brigham Young Company in 1848.
Dates:
1866-1977
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
Thomas Taylor papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0745
Abstract
The Thomas Taylor papers (1883-1900) contains articles of agreement, an autobiographical reminiscences of supervising LDS emigration, and a photocopied obituary from the Salt Lake Tribune. Taylor was an agent for Brigham Young to manage the emigration of LDS from New York to Salt Lake City, and an iron miner in Iron County, Utah.
Dates:
1883-1900
George Teasdale papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 0678
Abstract
The George Teasdale papers (1770-1984) contain information regarding George Teasdale, an apostle for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS). Included in the collection are diaries, patriarchal blessings, correspondence, certificates, agreements, tax and financial documents, property deeds, notes, genealogy charts, and memorabilia. The collection is divided into three sections: personal, family, and religious materials.
Dates:
1770-1984
Transcript of the reminiscences and diary of Mary Elizabeth Rollins Lightner
Collection
Identifier: MS 0589
Abstract
This collection contains a transcript of the reminiscences and diary of Mary Elizabeth Rollins Lightner which records her experiences with the Church in Kirtland, Ohio, Missouri, Illinois, and Utah, and her association with Joseph Smith. A photocopy of a letter written by Emmeline B. Wells in 1889 is also included in the collection.
Dates:
[between 1860-1913?]
David R. Trevithick essay
Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114042316119]
Identifier: ACCN 0539
Abstract
The David R. Trevithick essay is a commentary on the Utah's centennial celebration in 1947. The author describes individual events and asserts that Utah's pioneer heritage is uniquely worthy of celebration.
Dates:
circa 1947
Madge Harris Tuckett papers
Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114042145534]
Identifier: MS 0458
Abstract
The Madge Harris Tuckett papers (1985) consist of two biographies she wrote, one of Henry Tuckett and the other of his son, Henry A. Tuckett. Henry Tuckett Sr. (1831-1923) was a convert to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from England and rode for the Pony Express. Henry Tuckett Jr. (1852-1918) was an accomplished musician, businessman, and member of the LDS Church.
Dates:
1985