James J. Strang papers [photocopies]

Collection

Identifier: ACCN 0884

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The James J. Strang papers consist of photocopies of meeting minutes, transcribed statements, and other records of James Strang's church in Voree, Wisconsin. Begins with a transcription of the "appointment letter," continues with details of church organization in Voree, records church and High Council meetings, lists ordinations, appointments, and missions. Much of the book is in a good copy hand (possibly that of Gilbert Watson, a clerk), with occasional supplementary entries and completions in other hands.

Dates

1844-1849

Creator

Strang, James Jesse, 1813-1856 (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.

Conditions Governing Use

The library does not claim to control copyright for all materials in the collection. An individual depicted in a reproduction has privacy rights as outlined in Title 45 CFR, part 46 (Protection of Human Subjects). For further information, please review the J. Willard Marriott Library’s Use Agreement and Reproduction Request forms.

Extent

2 Linear Feet (5 oversize folders)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

The James J. Strang papers [photocopies] consist of "Chronicles of Voree: a record of the establishment and doings of the Stake of Zion called Voree in Wisconsin made by the scribes appointed to that office, 1844-1849."