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Subject Source: Archiveswest
Found in 216 Collections and/or Records:
Paul Thatcher family papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 0198
Abstract
The Paul Thatcher family papers (1809-1972) contain diaries, letters, biographies, and reminiscences from two prominent families of Utah, the Thatcher's of Logan and the Smoot's of Provo.
Dates:
1809-1972
Wanda Clayton Thomas photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0472
Abstract
The Wanda Clayton Thomas photograph collection document a small part of the Clayton-Thomas lineage through family portraits. Also in the collection are images of Salt Lake City in the late 19th century.
Dates:
1890-1940
Louisa Wagoner Thorne diaries [photocopies]
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1010
Abstract
The Louisa Wagoner Thorne diaries [photocopies] were written from 1927-1929 and recount events she experienced while living on Willow Creek, near Vernal, Utah, including acquaintances with several members of the Ute Indian tribe.
Dates:
1927-1929
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
Shirley E. Blackmer and R. Lloyd Tyler family papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2871
Abstract
The Shirley E. Blackmer and R. Lloyd Tyler family papers (1902-2013) consist of correspondence, scrapbooks, genealogical records, journals, and other documents. Shirley and R. Lloyd Tyler were devout members of the LDS Church and were also business owners of a store located in Walla Walla, Washington. Items of interest include the correspondence and scrapbook regarding R. Lloyd's experiences during World War II.
Dates:
1902-2013
Utah National Prosperity Plan records
Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114041840465]
Identifier: MS 0211
Abstract
The Utah National Prosperity Plan records (1930s) consist of materials related to this institution which promised financial independence to the aged, blind, helpless, and incapacitated.
Dates:
1930s
Utah Quilt Heritage photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0883
Abstract
The Utah Quilt Heritage photograph collection consists of images of quilts mainly organized by location created.
Dates:
1988-1994
Utah quilt heritage records
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1878
Abstract
The Utah quilt heritage records (1988-1994) contain Polaroid photographs of and questionnaires regarding quilts dating from the 1880s to the 1950s. The Utah Quilt Guild was organized in 1977 to promote preservation of the art of quilt making. In order to preserve the history of quilts in Utah, the guild held a series of "documentation days," where volunteers throughout the state photographed...
Dates:
1988-1994
Arvo Van Alstyne photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0576
Abstract
The
Arvo Van Alstyne photograph collection
contains some photographs of Van Alstyne as well as Harriet Robs and Ed Clyde. Arvo Van Alstyne was a professor of law at the University of Utah Law School.
Dates:
1960-1980s
Louis E. Viko photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0478
Abstract
The Louis E. Viko photograph collection contains formal and informal portraits of Louis Viko from a baby to an adult. As well as portraits of his father, Dr. Eindred Viko.
This collection is available online in our Digital Library.
Dates:
1870-1967