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Polygamy

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 30 Collections and/or Records:

H. Grant Ivins papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0362
Abstract The H. Grant Ivins papers (1897-1973) contain diaries, correspondence, memoirs, unpublished manuscripts, and articles on subjects relating to religion and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). This collection documents one man's transition from a devout believer in the divine authority of the members of the LDS Church hierarchy to an outspoken critic of those he later described...
Dates: 1897-1973

Benjamin Franklin Johnson typescript statement

 Item
Identifier: MS 0056
Abstract The Benjamin Franklin Johnson typescript statement is comprised of one undated manuscript, written by Johnson, of his affiliation with the LDS Church.
Dates: undated

Victor W. Jorgensen papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1416
Abstract The Victor W. Jorgensen papers (circa 1870-1970s) consist of photocpies of Jorgensen's research files concerning LDS polygamy.
Dates: circa 1870-1970s

Scott G. Kenney collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0587
Abstract The Scott G. Kenney collection (1820-1984) reflects the research interests of Scott G. Kenney during the 1970s and early 1980s for a projected biography of Joseph F. Smith (1838-1901). The collection consists of typescripts made by Kenney, as well as photocopies of diaries and letters. Scott G. Kenney (b. 1946) is a historical researcher, a writer, and a musician.
Dates: 1820-1984

Frederick Kesler papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0049
Abstract The Frederick Kesler papers (1829-1985) consist of record books, daybooks, diaries, newspaper clippings, printed materials, photographs, books, and personal artifacts. Kesler was a mill-wright and bishop of Salt Lake 16th Ward. Click here to view the digitized items from the collection.
Dates: 1837-1899

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

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

Lynn Pulsipher essay

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0279
Abstract The Lynn Pulsipher essay (circa 1977) entitled, "Post-1890 Plural Marriage in Mexico Between 1890 and 1904" consist of a paper written by Pulsipher for a Brigham Young University history course. The paper is a study of LDS Church polygamy continuing in Mexico after the Manifesto of 1890 and of the role of Anthony W. Ivins in performing plural marriages in Mexico.
Dates: circa 1977

Joseph Lafayette Rawlins papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0189
Abstract The Joseph Lafayette Rawlins papers (1885-1964) contain materials collected by Rawlins' daughter, Alta R. Jensen, in preparation for her publication of The Unfavored Few: The Autobiography of Joseph L. Rawlins. Joseph L. Rawlins (1850-1926) was dedicated to making Utah a state, and fought to change political situation that were objectionable to people outside the Utah Territory. His efforts were eventually introduced before the House of Representatives in a...
Dates: 1885-1964

B.H. Roberts papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0106
Abstract The B.H. Roberts papers (1825-1976) consist of an autobiography of Roberts, genealogical information, journals, correspondence, scrapbooks, poems, speeches, commentaries on religious subjects, LDS missionary materials, articles, newspaper clippings, manuscripts, and books. The significance of these papers is manifested in Roberts' discussion of church-state relations the multi-volume history of the LDS church, the investigation of the scriptural origins of the LDS faith, the reflections upon...
Dates: 1825-1976