Latter Day Saints -- Biography
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 89 Collections and/or Records:
Daniel Hadlond Thomas papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1515
Abstract
The Daniel Hadlond Thomas papers (1939-1992) consits of a re-edited version of a biography of Preston Thomas originally completed in 1942. It includes transcriptions of missionary diaries. Also included in the collection is correspondence and a poem written by Thomas.
Dates:
1939-1992
John Franklin Tolton autobiography
Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114042237026]
Identifier: MS 0007
Abstract
The John Franklin Tolton autobiography (1842-1931) includes his memoirs: From the Halls of Memory. This is an account of the Tolton family's conversion to Mormonism, their move to America, and their stuggles. These papers cover three generations begining with John Tolton (John Franklin Tolton's grandfather) and his family, then John Tolton's son Edward, and finally Edward's son, John Franklin Tolton. The account begins in 1842 when John and his children first...
Dates:
1931
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
Francis Urry papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 0659
Abstract
The Francis Urry papers (1920-1984) consist of personal, religious, and performing arts materials. Included are genealogy records, resumes, programs, correspondence, scripts, articles, brochures, notes, and other papers.
Dates:
1920-1984
Richard S. Van Wagoner papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 0597
Abstract
The Richard S. Van Wagoner papers (1797-2008) contain a record of Van Wagoner's historical research and writing. Correspondence and other papers are also included. Richard Van Wagoner is a clinical audiologist and Utah LDS historian and author.
Dates:
1797-2008
Joseph S. Willes biography on William Willes
Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114042321663]
Identifier: MS 0355
Abstract
The Joseph S. Willes biography on William Willes consist of a brief biographical sketch of the life of William Willes, with excerpts from several journals kept by him, by Joseph S. Willes, a grandson. The subjects summarized give a biographical sketch of Willes' conversion to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in England, persecution he suffered as a result, his mission to India and England, and his life in Utah.
Dates:
undated
Thomas J. and Lydia H. Yates papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1287
Abstract
The Thomas J. and Lydia H. Yates papers (1888-1985) contain correspondence, biographies, and a penitentiary autograph book. Thomas Yates was an engineer and active in the Mormon Church.
Dates:
1888-1985
Alfred Douglas Young autobiography
Collection — Box 31114042143638
Identifier: MS 0292
Abstract
The Alfred Douglas Young autobiography (1808-1843), while mainly an account of the visions of Alfred Young, it also records the missionary activities of Alfred and his brother William in Tennessee, the brothers subsequent disfellowship from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) in 1842 at Nauvoo, and their reinstatement to the church.
Dates:
1808-1843
Joseph Young papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 0054
Abstract
The Joseph Young papers (1859-1881) consist of a photocopy of Young's autobiographical sketch; an account of Young's funeral written by his son, Seymour B. Young; and a letter dated 1860. Joseph Young (1797-1881) was the son of John Young and Nabbie Howe, and the elder brother of Brigham Young.
Dates:
1859-1881