Diary of Elder B. Dwaine Madsen, 1934-1936

File — Box: 3, Folder: 1-7

Identifier: I

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

This volume contains daily entries on Madsen's experiences as a missionary to the East Central States Mission. Included are descriptions of tracting, living "without purse or scrip," hitchhiking, and adjustment to missionary companions. Madsen also describes encounters and theological debates with preachers of various denominations, problems with ringworm and bedbugs, street meetings, Sunday School and Relief Society activities, construction of a church building, and his experiences administering a mission district. Also of interest are Madsen's descriptions of the language and culture of the people he encountered, including illnesses, gossip, deaths and funerals, romantic tangles, shotgun weddings, and social events.

Dates

1934-1936

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.