Latter Day Saint churches -- History -- Sources
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 21 Collections and/or Records:
History of the church [microform]
Collection
Identifier: MS 0643
Abstract
The history of the church is microfilmed history of the LDS Church written by scribes and taken from the diaries of Joseph Smith Jr.
Dates:
1805-1844
H. Michael Marquardt papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0900
Abstract
The H. Michael Marquardt papers (1800-2017) contains correspondence, clippings, diary copies, scholarly articles, miscellaneous research materials on topics in LDS history and theology. Marquardt is a historian and author.
Dates:
1800-2017
Eldon T. McEntire papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1985
Abstract
The Eldon T. McEntire papers (1926-1991) contain correspondence, articles, tests, financial materials, notebooks, fliers, pamphlets, booklets, teaching materials for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) and the Young Men and Young Women Mutual Improvement Association (YMMIA and YWMIA), and news clippings.
Dates:
1926-1991
David Oman McKay papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 0668
Abstract
The David Oman McKay papers (1897-1983) contain correspondence, diaries, notebooks, scrapbooks, speeches, and sermons relating to the personal and ecclesiastical life of David O. McKay (1873-1970), ninth president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church/Mormon Church). The collection is divided into four sections and also contains materials relating to members of McKay's family, including his wife, Emma Ray; his daughter, Lou Jean; and his son, David Lawrence (David L.)....
Dates:
1897-1983
A. Milton Musser papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1404
Abstract
The A. Milton Musser papers (1952-1948) consist of typescripts of diaries (1852 and 1869 February-April), a handwritten index of Musser diaries (1852-1857), and a biography detailing associations with early LDS Church leaders as well as everyday activities. Collection includes a handwritten letter (dated 1948) about gold coins minted by the LDS in Salt Lake City. Musser was a traveling bishop for the LDS Church from 1858 to 1876.
Dates:
1852-1948
Ellen Gustava Stark Pack papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1954
Abstract
The Ellen Gustava Stark Pack papers (1896-1952) consist of scrapbooks of newspaper clippings with information about the LDS Church and others filled with children's stories and games and places around the world.
Dates:
1896-1952
George Reynolds papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1342
Abstract
The George Reynolds papers (1845-1906) consist of correspondence, writings, notes, family materials, diary photocopies, and other materials regarding the life of Reynolds and his family.
Dates:
1845-1906
George Reynolds photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0523
Abstract
The George Reynolds photograph collection contains photographs of early notable members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, such as Joseph F. Smith, Prisoners of Conscience, etc. Also included in the collection is a portrait of George Reynolds.
Dates:
circa 1860-1930
Utah Humanities Research Foundation records
Collection
Identifier: MS 0044
Abstract
The Utah Humanities Research Foundation records (1944-1954) contain information on cultural materials throughout Utah and neighboring regions. The foundation, funded by a grant from the Rockefeller Foundation in 1944, attempted to preserve and collect cultural materials from the area. Fellowships were granted to qualified people for study in various areas of the humanities. The results from these studies are included in the collection. Subjects covered in the collection are autobiographies,...
Dates:
1944-1954
Wilford Woodruff papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 0373
Abstract
The Wilford Woodruff papers (1833-1898) contain a handwritten document by Woodruff regarding the successions of the Mormon Church Presidency, concerning Orson Hyde and Orson Pratt and their placement in line of succession of the LDS Church. Also included are copies of his journal as well as a revelation from 1877. Wilford Woodruff was the fourth president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church).
Dates:
1833-1898