Abstract The Luther E. Eggersten correspondence (1914-1999) contain letters of Eggersten to his sister, Algie Eggersten Ballif, Luther E. ("Bud") Eggersten, his parents, Lars and Annie Eggersten, and to Kimball Young. Part of the collection deals with Eggersten's view of the theology of the LDS Church. Eggersten was a lawyer and worked at various jobs in Portland, Oregon. He was born into an LDS family, but later left the LDS Church.

Abstract The Charles Smith Merrill papers (1968-1982) consist of personal papers, writings (mainly poetry), and research notes from Latter Day Saints doctrinal studies. Also included, are genealogical research materials relative to the Cardy and Crouch families. Charles Smith Merrill resided primarily in Salt Lake City and established various businesses, including the Lake Hills Cemetery, Guardian Benefit Insurance Co., Merrill Manor Mills, Bengal Mining Co., Empire Realty, Farmers' Alliance, and the...

Abstract The Mormonism collection (1854, 1933, 1981-1985) consists of research papers, correspondence, transcripts,and clippings concerning various controversies in the LDS Church. Materials concern theological topics, particularly the Adam-God theory, historical questions, obedience to authority, and the treatment of scholars. Included are materials concerning the "Salamander Letters" and the response of the LDS Church to the controversy. Also included in the collection is an editorial cartoon...

Abstract The Grant H. Palmer papers (1788-2015) contain LDS seminary and institute lecture notes, documents on the LDS Church, correspondence, book manuscripts, articles, and drawings. Grant H. Palmer (b. 1940) worked for the Church Educational System (CES) of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) for several years. After retiring, he wrote two books, An Insider's View of Mormon Origins and The Incomparable Jesus.

Abstract Prolegomena is an anonymous discussion of Mormonism during the Brigham Young period, intended to be "strictly impartial" and a letter to a "Mormon Gentleman" (also unidentified) asking for answers to specific questions about Mormonism with a detailed answer to the questions. The replies given express highly favorable views of the LDS religion and of Brigham Young, explaining the Mormon beliefs in the Old and New Testaments, the belief that they are a chosen people, and the wish to be accepted...