Overland Journeys to the Western United States
Subject
Subject Source: Archiveswest
Found in 61 Collections and/or Records:
Will Bagley papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1937
Abstract
The Will Bagley papers (1836-2008) consist of manuscripts, articles, correspondence, speeches, conference papers, newspaper clippings, notebooks, journals, health diaries, manuals, reference guides, notepads, drawings, postcards, and pictures. Bagley is a historian who has published five books and currently resides in Salt Lake City. He was employed as a technical writer for Evans and Sutherland and has worked as a country musician, carpenter, public speaker, writer, editor, and publisher.
Dates:
1836-2008
Pearl Biddlecome Baker essays
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1832
Abstract
The Pearl Biddlecome Baker papers (1986) contain three essays written by Baker concerning the history of the Western United States.
Dates:
1986
Nelson Paul Beebe diaries and autobiography [photocopies]
Collection
Identifier: MS 0253
Abstract
The Nelson Paul Beebe diaries and autobiography [photocopies] (1845-1856) consist of the writings of Nelson Paul Beebe. The writings are separted into four volumes and entitled, "Life of Nelson Paul Beebe, 1845-1855," "Life of Nelson Paul Beebe, 1851," "Daily Diary, 1851," and "Accounts of Brd of the Yachst Cornelia."
Dates:
1845-1856
Todd I. Berens papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 0491
Abstract
The Todd I. Berens papers (1849-1970) consist of materials resulting from Berens' research of historical trails of early Western settlers, with emphasis on Jedediah Smith and Charles Fremont, as well as the Gold Rush of 1849. Included are letters from Dale Morgan, a biography of Arthur Shearer, and an excerpt from the Hannibal Journal. Todd Berens was a high school history teacher who specialized in historical research.
Dates:
1849-1970; Majority of material found within 1965-1970
Lowell S. Blaisdell papers
Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114042315939]
Identifier: ACCN 0656
Abstract
The Lowell S. Blaisdell papers (1953-1962) contain correspondence, articles, and research notes pertaining to the Donner Party (1846-1847). The research was conducted to find out if a female member of the Donner Party had the maiden name Blaisdell.
Dates:
1953-1962
Frederick Stewart Buchanan papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0379
Abstract
The Frederick Stewart Buchanan papers (1880-2010) consist of materials relating to his professional research and teaching activities. Included are books, news clippings, articles, notes, oral history transcriptions, personal and professional correspondence, and research documents on Mormon history, Scottish immigrants, and the history of education in Utah. Buchanan is professor emeritus of educational studies at the University of Utah.
Dates:
1880-2010
California gold mines letter collection
Collection
Identifier: MS 0099
Abstract
The California gold mines letter collection (1849-1853) consists of nine letters describing life in California during the Gold Rush.
Dates:
1849-1853
Robert Lang Campbell papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0376
Abstract
The Robert L. Campbell papers (1840-1873) contain his diaries, correspondence, genealogy, and broadsides. Robert L Campbell (1825-1874) was an early Mormon educator, and one of the pioneers who crossed the Overland Trail in 1854. He was the Territorial Superintendant of Schools, and is widely held responsible for the birth of the school system in Utah.
Dates:
1840-1873
Charles L. Bernheimer expedition photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0323
Abstract
The Charles L. Bernheimer Expedition photograph collection contains photographs documenting Bernheimer's expedition through parts of New Mexico, Utah, and Arizona, including phorographs of expedition members, antiquities, and natural phenomena.
Dates:
1929
John Cheney family genealogy
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0071
Abstract
The John Cheney family genealogy focuses on Elam Cheney, a Latter Day Saint pioneer, and his descendents in Utah.
Dates:
circa 1916