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Christopher Jones Arthur

 File — Box: 17, Folder: 14

Scope and Contents

Journal, part 5 March 1885 to February 1899. Content index, name list. Original spelling and punctuation retained. Journal during period of trouble for polygamists. Tells of experiences hiding from government deputies and his time in prison.

Lists of people who were in the penitentiary at the same time. Lists of his temple work, marriages, and sealing. 72 pp.

Dates

  • Creation: 1803-1976

Creator

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.

Two original items have been removed and placed in Reserve. Photocopied versions are available in the collection for access purposes. Access to the originals must be given by the Manuscripts Curator and by appointment. An archivist must remain with the items if being used.

Extent

From the Collection: 18 Linear Feet (52 boxes, 20 microfilm reels, and 3 oversize folders)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the J. Willard Marriott Library Special Collections Repository

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