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Emma B. Sorenson papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 3125

Scope and Contents

The Emma B. Sorenson papers (1911-1946) contain sketches, short stories, and sewing materials related to Sorenson's life as a teacher and seamstress.

Dates

  • 1911-1946

Creator

Language of Materials

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.

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.

Biographical Note

Emma Theresa Baker (1880-1973) was born in Cache County, Utah. She attended BYU and USU, and worked as a teacher for many years. She was involved with the LDS Church and her community, teaching choir and participating in local politics. She married Frederick Jacob Sorensen in 1907, and together they had one son before Frederick's death in 1909. Emma Baker Sorenson died in August 1973 at the age of 92 and was buried in Mendon, Utah.

Extent

5.25 Linear Feet (3 Boxes)

Abstract

The Emma B. Sorenson papers (1911-1946) contain sketches, short stories, and sewing materials related to Sorenson's life as a teacher and seamstress.

Arrangement

Arranged by subject.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Donated by Rachel Fairbourne in 2019.

Related Materials

Forms part of the Aileen H. Clyde 20th Century Women's Legacy Archive.

Processing Information

Processed by Kristina Barksdale in 2021.
Title
Inventory of the Emma B. Sorenson papers 1911-1946
Author
Finding aid created by Kristina Barksdale.
Date
2021
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid encoded in English in Latin script.

Repository Details

Part of the J. Willard Marriott Library Special Collections Repository

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