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Silas Smith and Mary Aikens; early Parowan pioneers who arrived in Utah in Parley's company

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 22

Scope and Contents

This folder includes an account of the lives of Joseph Smith, Sr.'s brother, Silas Smith, and his wife, Mary Aikens Smith. The account describes their conversion to the LDS Church, their migration from New York to Ohio, Illinois, and Utah, the miracle of the seagulls, and other events in their lives.

Dates

  • 1944-1954

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.

Extent

From the Collection: 8.5 Linear Feet (14 boxes and 1 oversize folder)

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the J. Willard Marriott Library Special Collections Repository

Contact:
295 South 1500 East
Salt Lake City Utah 84112 United States
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