Taylor family
Family
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Joseph Edward Taylor diary [typescript]
Collection — Box: 1
Identifier: MS 0297
Abstract
The Joseph Edward Taylor diary [typescript] (1849-1877) consists of brief entires that cover certain events in Taylor's, and his family's, life. The diary covers events in Taylor's life such as converting to the Church of Jesus Christ of Later-day Saints (LDS), in England, his trip aboard a steamer to New Orleans, his travels from Council Bluffs across the plains to Salt Lake City, and the "Utah War" and the impact of the army at Fort Bridger and Camp Floyd.
Dates:
1849-1877
Ossian F. Taylor papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1782
Abstract
The Ossian F. Taylor papers (1851 and 1909) contain an overland diary, a transcript of the diary, and a photocopy of the Taylor family genealogy. Taylor was born in Maine. Although not a member of the LDS Church, he traveled to Utah with members of his family who were members.
Dates:
1851; 1904