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Personal correspondence

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Genre/Form Terms

Found in 167 Collections and/or Records:

Madge Tomsic collection on Ruth Harwood

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0672
Abstract The Madge Tomsic collection (1888-2000) is composed of material relating to Ruth Harwood (1896-1959), a Utah poet and artist who became best known for her works that described and symbolized the striving of the human soul. The collection holds correspondence from friends and family to Ruth Harwood, with large amount from Ruth's father, James T. Harwood (1860-1940), and Ruth's friend, Ruth St. Denis (1844-1968); letters of affection from Ruth Harwood's friends and admirers; and artwork and...
Dates: 1888-2000

Transcript of the reminiscences and diary of Mary Elizabeth Rollins Lightner

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0589
Abstract

This collection contains a transcript of the reminiscences and diary of Mary Elizabeth Rollins Lightner which records her experiences with the Church in Kirtland, Ohio, Missouri, Illinois, and Utah, and her association with Joseph Smith. A photocopy of a letter written by Emmeline B. Wells in 1889 is also included in the collection.

Dates: [between 1860-1913?]

Roy and Wuta Terazawa Tsuya papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2826
Abstract

The Roy and Wuta Terazawa Tsuya papers (1906-2013) contains correspondence among family and friends, records from their work with the LDS church, as well as memorabilia from Roy's membership with the 442nd Regimental Combat Team and Boy Scouts. The collection also contains one box pertaining to Chiye Terazawa, Wuta's sister.

Dates: 1906-2013

Tuesday Study Club records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1443
Abstract

The Tuesday Study Club records (1968-2000) consist of scrapbooks, correspondence, newspaper articles, club rosters, and club programs.

Dates: 1968-2000

Shirley E. Blackmer and R. Lloyd Tyler family papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2871
Abstract

The Shirley E. Blackmer and R. Lloyd Tyler family papers (1902-2013) consist of correspondence, scrapbooks, genealogical records, journals, and other documents. Shirley and R. Lloyd Tyler were devout members of the LDS Church and were also business owners of a store located in Walla Walla, Washington. Items of interest include the correspondence and scrapbook regarding R. Lloyd's experiences during World War II.

Dates: 1902-2013

Helen Bowring Ure papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1116
Abstract

The Helen Bowring Ure papers (1930-1989) contain correspondence, awards, clippings, scrapbooks, and papers relating to national bodies of the P.T.A., Board of Education, Y.W.C.A., and the Women's Legislative Council of Utah, as well as the Ure and Bowring families. Includes correspondence and memorabilia of her husband, James W. Ure III.

Dates: 1930-1989

Utah Cherry Blossom Princesses records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2377
Abstract

The Utah Cherry Blossom Princesses records (1974-2007) contains listings and information regarding princesses who represented Utah at the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington D.C. from 1974-2004.

Dates: 1974-2007

Lucy May Van Cott papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0717
Abstract

The Lucy May Van Cott papers (1920s-1955) contain correspondence and notes relating to Lucy May Van Cott, as well as genealogy and various personal items which she collected. Van Cott served as Dean of Women at the University of Utah (1907-1931).

Dates: 1920s-1955

Phyllis Baker Van Wagenen correspondence

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2683
Abstract

The Phyllis Baker Van Wagenen correspondence (1979, 1982) consists of a postcard and a letter both written by Sonia Johnson to Van Wagenen. Johnson writes about her involvement with the Equal Right Amendment and thanks Van Wagenen for her support.

Dates: 1979-1982

Arendje Aerie Visser papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1137
Abstract

The Arendje Aerie Visser papers (1958-1996) contain correspondence, scrapbooks, and news clippings created and collected by Visser, a human rights activist.

Dates: 1958-1996

Glenn Walker Wallace papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1141
Abstract

The Glenn Walker Wallace papers (1860s-1991) consist of personal, financial, and business materials relating to the lives of Glenn Walker Wallace (1898-1988) and her family. Wallace was a Utah musician and dancer who was co-founder of the Utah Symphony and Ballet West. She was the daughter of Matthew H. Walker, co-founder and president of the Walker Bank and Trust Company and the wife of John McChrystal Wallace, president of the bank from 1944 to 1957

Dates: 1860s-1991

Ina Claire Wallace papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2025
Abstract

The Ina Claire Wallace papers (1893-1985) contain materials centered around Ina Claire (1892-1985), a prominent actress during the 1900s.

Dates: 1893-1985

Maurice Warshaw papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2717
Abstract

The Maurice Warshaw papers (1942-1981) consist of art prints sent to Warshaw, a letter written by Maurice's older brother, Phillip Warshaw, and a scrapbook consisting of news clippings.

Dates: 1942-1981

Florence Ellen Ware papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2224
Abstract

The Florence Ellen Ware papers (1895-1967) consist of a variety of materials relating to this Utah artist. Included are catalogs, news articles, writings, programs, diaries, correspondence, drawings, and various ephemera. Ware was a painter, illustrator, costume designer, interior designer, and muralist. She is probably best remembered for her murals at Kingsbury Hall at the University of Utah.

Dates: 1895-1967

Julia Farnsworth Lund Wassmer papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1599
Abstract

The Julia Farnsworth Lund Wassmer papers (1911-1996) consists chiefly of scrapbooks chronicling Wassmer's involvement in the arts in Utah and New York.

Dates: 1911-1996

Carol Werner papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 3045
Abstract

The Carol Werner papers (1910-1986) contain postcards, both blank and with correspondence, as well as souvenir Photobooks from Werner's travels and collection. Materials also contain miscellaneous clippings and notes as well as environmental campaign memorabilia.

Dates: 1910-1986

Jean M. Westwood papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0112
Abstract

The Jean M. Westwood papers (1934-1995) contain much that is applicable to national, Utah, and Arizona politics, as well as the women's movement. Included are correspondence, speeches and articles, and a variety of documents resulting from her affiliation with various political and civic organizations, as well as her leadership in the Democratic party at both the state (Utah and Arizona) and national levels.

Dates: 1934-1995

Thurman Wilkins correpondence

 Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114043359506]
Identifier: ACCN 2832
Abstract

The Thurman Wilkins correspondence (1961-1963) consists of three letters written by Wilkins addressed to Mr. Dean Krakel, Director of the Gilcrease Museum in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The letters discuss Wilkins desire to write a manuscript regarding the painter Thomas Moran.

Dates: 1961-1963

Marian Robertson Wilson papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0202
Abstract The Marian Robertson Wilson papers (1920s-2013) consist of correspondence, article drafts, writings, research materials and other papers. The bulk of the materials relate to Wilson's writings about her father, Leroy J. Robertson, a world-renowned musician and composer, and her research into coptic studies. Wilson (b. 1926) is a musician, as well as a linguist and teacher. She has been recognized internationally as music editor of Coptic Encyclopedia and has lectured and taught at...
Dates: 1920s-2013

Arthur C. Wiscombe papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2937
Abstract

The Arthur C. Wiscombe papers (1984-2007) consist of volumes of letters, notebooks, essays and journal writings by Wiscombe. Wiscombe served as a teacher, principal, superintendent of Salt Lake City, UT and Downers Grove, IL school districts, and professor of philosophy at BYU and the University of Utah.

Dates: 1984-2007