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Latter Day Saint churches -- History -- 19th century -- Sources

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 11 Collections and/or Records:

E. Jay Bell papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1487
Abstract The E. Jay Bell papers (1833-2003) contain materials primarily concerned with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). As an amateur historian, Edward Jay Bell (1948-2003) amassed a large collection of letters, papers, talks, speeches, pamphlets, and books on the subject of religion; with the focus on the LDS Church. The first part of this collection pertain to his work on LDS Church history. This first section has information on LDS Church policies, leaders, beliefs, and...
Dates: 1833-2003

Kirtland revelation book [microform]

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1286
Abstract The Kirtland revelation book has been copied onto a microfilm reel. A printed transcript is also available.
Dates: circa 1830

Wandle Mace papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1393
Abstract The Wandle Mace papers (circa 1800s) contain typescripts of an autobiography and journal of Wandle Mace (1809-1890).
Dates: circa 1800s

Nauvoo High Council transcribed meeting minutes

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2109
Abstract The Nauvoo High Council transcription of recorded minutes of meetings (1840-1845) are of the Council of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church).
Dates: 1840-1845

Stephen Post papers [microform]

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0490
Abstract The Stephen Post papers (1835-1921) are contained on microfilm reels and include Post's journals, letters from Sidney Rigdon, certificates, receipts, notes, sermons, published works, and other papers. Stephen Post (1810-1879) was an early member of the LDS Church and later member and leader of various schismatic groups.
Dates: 1835-1921

Parley P. Pratt papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0014
Abstract The Parley P. Pratt papers (1841-1895) contain correspondence as well as personal and family records of Pratt and his family. Parley P. Pratt was an early convert to the LDS Church and later an apostle.
Dates: 1841-1895

Bathsheba W. Bigler Smith autobiography

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0267
Abstract The Bathsheba W. Bigler Smith autobiography (1874) describes her conversion to the LDS Church, her life in Missouri and Nauvoo, living arrangements in the Salt Lake Valley, the coming of Johnston's Army, and her husband's death, among other things.
Dates: 1874

Hyrum Jenkins Smith papers

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Identifier: ACCN 3074
Abstract The Hyrum Jenkins Smith papers (1833-1996) consist of biographical materials, correspondence, nineteenth century articles on LDS history, nineteenth century maps of Utah, Salt Lake City. and Mexico, family histories, publications of B. H. Roberts, Salt Lake City play programs, and missionary photos.
Dates: 1833-1996

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

George Teasdale photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0532
Abstract The George Teasdale photograph collection contains photographs of George Teasdale's life, family and LDS mission. The collection also contains several photographs of LDS Church leaders.
Dates: 1871-1928