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Correspondence

 Subject
Subject Source: Archiveswest

Found in 838 Collections and/or Records:

Leland M. Perry papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0980
Abstract

The Leland M. Perry papers (1936-1938) contain depositions, correspondence, exhibits pertaining to the application to FCC to extablish the radio station KSUB in Ceder City, Utah. Perry was the co-owner of the radio station KSUB.

Dates: 1936-1938

LaMar Petersen papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0524
Abstract

The LaMar Petersen papers (1829-2005) consist of book reviews, correspondence, publications, and an interview concerning Petersen and his controversial research regarding the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church).

Dates: 1829-2005

James Petty papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 3280
Abstract

The James Petty papers (1985-2006) contain correspondence, clippings, and research regarding nuclear weapons, aviation, and UFOs.

Dates: 1985-2006

Phi Beta Kappa, Alpha of Utah records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1787
Abstract The Phi Beta Kappa, Alpha of Utah records (1900-1998) contain annual reports, by-laws, a constitution, minutes, memos, course and election requirements, and correspondence. Phi Beta Kappa, founded in 1776, is the oldest honorary society in the United States. The Alpha chapter at the University of Utah was founded in 1935. The society recognizes the elite in the academic community and sponsors a visiting scholar program in which scholars from other institutions are invited to present lectures...
Dates: 1900-1998

Phillips Gallery records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1797
Abstract

The Phillips Gallery records (1950s-2006) contain materials reflecting the art and artists associated with this Salt Lake City, Utah, gallery.

Dates: 1950s-2000

Jean and Wilburn Pickett papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1573
Abstract The Jean and Wilburn Pickett papers (1961-1998) contain correspondence, entry applications, score cards, news clippings, posters, trail maps, brochures, and editions of the Alta Powder News, detailing both the history of Alta, Utah, and Alta's Gelande ski jump competitions as well as other intermountain ski racing and jumping events. Jean and Wilburn Pickett were associated with skiing at Alta for many years. Wilburn began publishing the ...
Dates: 1961-1998

Pioneer Craft House records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0694
Abstract

The Pioneer Craft House records (1947-1980) contain pamphlets, programs, press releases, correspondence, and lists of members of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee. The Pioneer Craft House is an organization to encourage and market crafts in Salt Lake City.

Dates: 1947-1980

Pioneer Theater Guild records

 Collection — Box 24
Identifier: ACCN 0916
Abstract

The Pioneer Theater Guild records (1961-2012) consists of materials documenting the history and ongoing productions of the University of Utah's Pioneer Theater.

Dates: 1961-2012

Ethel M. Piper papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1542
Abstract

The Ethel M. Piper papers (1930-1992) contain correspondence written by Ethel M. Cashmore Piper (b. 1892), as well as additional correspondence, news clippings, awards, eulogies, and a short biography. These items document her teaching career and 100th birthday. Piper was an elementary school teacher in Ogden, Utah (1918-1963).

Dates: 1930-1992

Pleasant View Irrigation Company ledger

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2475
Abstract

The Pleasant View Irrigation Company ledger (1877-1916) consists of board meeting minutes, shareholder's lists and other ephemeral materials such as handwritten notes, receipts, correspondence and news clippings.

Dates: 1877-1916

Agnes Mero Plenk papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1585
Abstract

The Agnes Mero Plenk papers (1947-2004) contain materials relating to Plenk's work in the fields of educational and child psychology. Plenk founded the Salt Lake Children's Center in 1962. She also served as an adjunct professor at the University of Utah.

Dates: 1947-2004

Henry P. Plenk papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1450
Abstract

The Henry P. Plenk papers (1952-1987) contain correspondence, articles written by Plenk, typescripts, interviews, and other documents pertaining to Plenk's book, Medicine in the Beehive State.

Dates: 1952-1987

Richard Douglas Poll papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0674
Abstract The Richard Douglas Poll papers (1844-1994) contain essays; correspondence; articles; personal and family materials; research on the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), LDS Church apostles and prophets, "new" LDS Church history, world history, and communism; scrapbooks; and papers written by Poll with others and by others. Richard Douglas Poll (1918-1994) was a missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), a first lieutenant...
Dates: 1844-1994

Stephen Post papers [microform]

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0490
Abstract

The Stephen Post papers (1835-1921) are contained on microfilm reels and include Post's journals, letters from Sidney Rigdon, certificates, receipts, notes, sermons, published works, and other papers. Stephen Post (1810-1879) was an early member of the LDS Church and later member and leader of various schismatic groups.

Dates: 1835-1921

Guy Potter Mormon history collection

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1561
Abstract The Guy Potter Mormon history collection (1841-1976) contains photocopied correspondence, statements, statistics, lists, and journal excerpts regarding the Holy Order and the performance of Second Anointings in the LDS Church. Included are correspondence from Brigham Young, John Taylor, Heber J. Grant, and Wilford Woodruff, as well as statements by Joseph Smith, Joseph F. Smith, and Brigham Young. Also included are photocopies of diaries and typed copies of diaries taken from published...
Dates: 1841-1976

Ernest L. Poulson papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0594
Abstract

The Ernest L. Poulson papers (1891-1985) include an autobiography; research material (including correspondence, interviews, notes, and news clippings) on the Deseret Live Stock Company; and other short biographies and articles on land management in Utah, Farmers' State Bank (in Bountiful, Utah), and live stock. Audio cassettes contain interviews with Sterling S. McMurrin, Grace Kerr, and Irvin J. Cox.

Dates: 1891-1985

Powell Society records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2486
Abstract The Powell Society was incorporated in 1969 in order to promote the general study of the canyons of the American West, the study of the Colorado River Basin, and the study of John Wesley Powell and his work, and also to facilitate the publication of materials generated by these studies. These are their official records, as collected by Dr. Henry W. Toll during his time as president of the society (1969-2008). Materials cover all aspects of the society's activity, whether administrative,...
Dates: 1956-2008

Kenneth R. Prentiss papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1928
Abstract

The Kenneth R. Prentiss papers (1947-1970) contain correspondence, publications, reports, notes, and notebooks, mostly dealing with Prentiss's work in mechanical engineering on ventilating systems and water boiler systems for airplanes. Prentiss graduated from Purdue University with bachelor's and master's degrees in mechanical engineering. During World War II, he served in the United States Army Air Corps, and later worked in the aerospace industry.

Dates: 1947-1970

Preston Nutter Corporation records

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0289
Abstract

The Preston Nutter Corporation records (1876-1981) document over one hundred years of ranching in Colorado, Arizona, and Utah. The records cover virtually every aspect of cattle ranching, from the buying, selling and shipping of cattle; to the acquisition of land, water, and grazing rights; to the wages and injuries of ranch hands. Also covered are many aspects of the private lives of the Nutter family.

Dates: 1876-1981

William M. Purdy papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1509
Abstract

The William M. Purdy papers (1954-1991) consist of personal and professional documents for Purdy (1921-1993), a noted Utah educator. The materials include correspondence, writings, and documents concerning Rowland Hall-St. Mark's School, where Purdy was headmaster from 1968-1981. Also included in the collection is his paper, "An Outline of the History of the Flaming Gorge Area."

Dates: 1954-1991