Latter Day Saints -- Polygamy
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 33 Collections and/or Records:
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
Duckworth Grimshaw autobiography
Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114042068108]
Identifier: ACCN 1303
Abstract
The Duckworth Grimshaw autobiography (1923) was written by himself and arranged by his daughters Martha J. Rogerson and May G. Jensen. The autobiography describes his experience as a Utah man imprisoned for polygamy in 1891.
Dates:
1923
Home teachers meeting minutes
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0898
Abstract
The home teachers meeting minutes (1884-1887) are handwritten and detail monthly meetings of Fourth Division home teachers of the LDS Church. The minutes were kept by clerk Benjamin S. Wilson. The entries consist of reports of visitations of members by the teachers along with reports of the state of each member's faith. Other events mentioned are the dedication of the Logan, Utah, temple; various births and deaths in the division; the imprisonment of various church members for polygamy; and the...
Dates:
1884-1887
Julie Ingeröed autobiography
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0398
Abstract
The Julie Ingeröed autobiography is entitled, "One Year in Utah, or, the Secrets of Mormonism: A True and Honest Account, 1867" was translated by Helge Seljaas.
Dates:
1867
Grant Ivins family photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0018
Abstract
The Grant Ivins family photograph collection contains photographs of member of the Ivins family who did mission work in several different countries. The collection also contains various photo albums of life and the University of Utah.
Dates:
circa 1910
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The H. Grant Ivins papers (1897-1973) contain diaries, correspondence, memoirs, unpublished manuscripts, and articles on subjects relating to religion and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church).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
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