Joseph Smith Horne autobiography

Collection

Identifier: MS 0093

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The Joseph Smith Horne autobiography (1923-1924) describes Horne's (b. 1842) early life and religious and civic activies in Utah. He includes accounts of his apprenticeship as a millwright, his missions to Europe, his years as a bishop in Gunnison, his teaching career, and his marriages, among other events.

Dates

1923-1924

Creator

Horne, Joseph Smith, 1842-1924 (Person)

Language of Materials

Collection materials are in English.

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Biographical Sketch

Joseph Smith Horne was born in Nauvoo, Hancock County, Illinois, on 14 May 1842. He emigrated to Utah with his parents in 1847. He served in various capacities in the LDS Church, including two missions to Europe. He was a carpenter and wheelwright, served in the territorial legislature, and was mayor and city councilman of Richfield, among other things.