Jacob Miller, Diary, 1809-1876

File — Box: 1, Folder: 1

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Scope and Contents

From the Collection: The Jacob Miller papers (1809-1960) are comprised of Jacob Miller's diary, correspondence, news clippings, and family diaries and biographical sketches. The main part of the collection focuses on Miller's diary, dating from 1809-1876. It details his early life near Carthage, Illinois, his migration to the Salt Lake Valley, his missions for the LDS Church, and his civic responsibilities. The collection also contains various newspaper clippings giving the history of the Salmon River Mission. The diary of James Thadeus Miller, Jacob's brother, describe the mission and surrounding countryside. Also present are biographical sketches by Annie Sophia Christensen, Jacob's second wife, for Hannah Bigler Miller, Karen Marie Hansen Anderson, and Maren Johanna Jensen Christensen. Two of Annie's notebooks while attending the University of Deseret are included as well.

Dates

1809-1876

Language of Materials

From the Collection: Collection materials are in English.

Conditions Governing Access

Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.