Latter Day Saint churches -- History -- 19th century
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 21 Collections and/or Records:
Mark R. Ashurst-McGee papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1619
Abstract
The Mark Ashurst McGee papers (1989-2000) contains an article submitted to the Mormon History Association (MHA) by Ashurst-McGee entitled "Joseph Smith, the Kinderhook Plates, and the Question of Revelation." This collection also contains journal excerpts from Ashurst McGee's mission to New Jersey for the LDS Church, and interview notes.
Dates:
1989-2000
David L. Bigler papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 3079
Abstract
The David L. Bigler papers (1799-2016) consist of Bigler family materials, lectures, professional papers, correspondence, book reviews, manuscripts, documents, L.D.S. publications, newspaper clippings, journals, autobiographies, church mission records, scholarly articles, and research notes. Materials pertaining to several of Bigler's publications comprise the bulk of his papers.
Dates:
1804-2016
Brigham City ward, Navajo County, Arizona collection [photocopies]
Collection
Identifier: MS 0342
Abstract
The Brigham City ward, Navajo County, Arizona collection [photocopies] consist of a series of papers about settlement of the Little Colorado River by members of the United Order of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Included are two essays authored by S. C. Richardson of Mesa, Arizona, containing histories of the town and a map of the site with the names and locations of settlers' homes on the townsite. Also included is a newspaper article by Eliza M. Wakefield on the history of...
Dates:
1930s
Rudger Clawson papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 0481
Abstract
The Rudger Clawson papers (1870-1943) consists of memoirs, autobiographical accounts, diaries, letter books, loose letters, scrapbooks, newspaper and periodical clippings, printed books and miscellaneous documents. Clawson was born in Salt Lake City a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) Church. He served a Mission to the Southern States that ended after his companion Joseph Standing was murdered by a mob in Georgia. Clawson practiced polygamy and was the first Mormon...
Dates:
1870-1943
Cochranism collection
Collection
Identifier: MS 0470
Abstract
The Cochranism collection (circa 1816-1983) consists of photocopied primary and secondary sources on the life of Jacob Cochran and the sect which he founded, including photocopies of legal documents. Also included is correspondence to various libraries and institutions seeking information on Jacob Cochran and Cochranism, particularly on whether any members of the Cochran sect later joined the LDS Church.
Dates:
circa 1818-1983
Oliver Cowdrey correspondence [photocopies and typescripts]
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1549
Abstract
The Oliver Cowdrey correspondence [photocopies and typecripts] (1833-1838) consist of forty-six letters written by Cowdrey for himself or for others. Oliver Cowdrey (1806-1850) was one of six original members of the Church of Christ, later called the Church Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and was a scribe to Joseph Smith.
Dates:
1833-1838
S. George Ellsworth speech
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0552
Abstract
The collection consists of a typescript of the speech (1977), "The expansion of Mormonism: geographical considerations: address before the American Association of Geographers, Salt Lake City, Utah."
Dates:
1977
Isaac Blair Evans papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2900
Abstract
The Isaac Blair Evans papers (1911-1913) consist of a manuscript, research notes, and assorted materials.
Dates:
1911-1913
Hampton C. Godbe papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 0664
Abstract
The Hampton C. Godbe papers (1864-1990) consist of materials collected by Godbe documenting the life of his grandfather, William S. Godbe, in preparation for a proposed biography. Included are correspondence, notes, articles, and memorabilia. Also included are additional research notes of Hampton Godbe on other topics, as well as personal papers, memorabilia, and news clippings. Hampton Godbe was a Utah newspaper reporter and, later, the manager of Salt Lake City's Metropolitan Water District....
Dates:
1864-1990
Marvin S. Hill papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1496
Abstract
The Marvin S. Hill papers (1788-2006) consist of manuscripts, dissertations, theses, articles, correspondence, book reviews, papers, interviews, journals, documents, newspaper clippings, congressional proceedings, speeches, archival materials, and microfilm.
Dates:
1788-2006