"The Story of the Discovery of the Book of Mormon," by Nephi L. Morris

File — Box: 6, Folder: 11

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Scope and Contents

From the Collection: The Nephi L. Morris papers (1870-1943) are comprised of a variety of materials reflecting Morris' varied interests and involvements in community, religion, politics, and business. Two boxes of correspondence evidence the continuance of his various concerns spanning the years 1885-1941 and include letters from prominent political, religious, and business leaders including Simon Bamberger, Heber J. Grant, and Thomas Kearns. The political materials serve as a record of his activities, involvement, and commitment as a member of the Republican and Progressive parties and include an incomplete copy of a speech of reconciliation at the time of his re-entry into the Republican party in 1916. Considerable material concerning Reed Smoot indicates the continuing controversy between the two men. The Progressive party in Utah and the question of prohibition are well represented. Morris' religious thought is reflected in copies of his radio speeches delivered on KSL's Church of the Air, in a pamphlet titled, "The Story of the Discovery of the Book of Mormon," and in the miscellaneous articles and notes he collected. Morris' community involvement is in evidence in materials concerning the Cambrian Association, Sons of the Utah Pioneers, and the Salt Lake City Board of Education.

Dates

1870-1943

Conditions Governing Access

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