Journal, 1890-1893
Scope and Contents
The B.H. Roberts papers (1825-1976) consist of an autobiography of Roberts, genealogical information, journals, correspondence, scrapbooks, poems, speeches, commentaries on religious subjects, LDS missionary materials, articles, newspaper clippings, manuscripts, and books. The significance of these papers is manifested in Roberts' discussions of church-state relations, the multi-volume history of the LDS Church, the investigation of the scriptural origins of the LDS faith, the reflections upon and analysis of theological and philosophical topics, and the formulation of the church's missionary pedagogy.
Please contact the Manuscripts Curator to access the following books and bound pamphlets: 1) 1830 edition of the Book of Mormon, 2) 1825 edition of Ethan Smith's View of the Hebrews, 3) 1884 edition of the Doctrine and Covenants, 4) Strang pamphlets, including letters of Joseph Smith to James Strang and Winfield Watson to B. H. Roberts, and 5) 1832 copy of The Camp-Meeting Hymn Book.
Digitized diaries from Box 2.
Dates
- Creation: 1890-1893
Creator
- From the Collection: Roberts, B. H. (Brigham Henry), 1857-1933 (Person)
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.
Some original items have been removed and placed in Reserve. Access must be given by the Manuscripts Curator and by appointment. An archivist must remain with the items if being used. Photocopies are available in the collection for research use.
Extent
From the Collection: 10 Linear Feet (23 boxes)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the J. Willard Marriott Library Special Collections Repository
295 South 1500 East
Salt Lake City Utah 84112 United States
801-581-8863
special@library.utah.edu