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Biographies

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Genre/Form Terms

Found in 185 Collections and/or Records:

20th century music collection

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2744
Abstract

The 20th century music collection (1940s-1970s) consists of ephemeral materials such as ticket stubs and concert advertisements for various bands Three Dog Night, Grand Funk, Potash, Alice Cooper and Fever Tree. There are also several album and singles top listing brochures from local Utah radio stations KEYY, KRSP and KOVO. Also inlcuded in the collection is a scrapbook consisting of news clippings and publicity photographs of popular singers of the 1940s.

Dates: 1940s-1970s

John Adams family papers [photocopies]

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1577
Abstract The John Adams family papers (1886-1929) contains three photocopied documents: A journal kept by John Adams from November 1886 to October 1887, includes entries from the six months he spent in the Utah Territorial Penitentiary after his imprisonment for the practice of polygamy; a biography of John Adams (1836-1901) written in 1927 by his son, John Q. Adams; and a "Tribute to my Mother," written by John Q. Adams in 1929. Together, these documents describe Adams' experiences in prison and the...
Dates: 1886-1929

Adams-Matheson family biographies

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0392
Abstract

This collection consists of photocopies of biographies of Barbara Ellen Matheson Adams and David H. Matheson,and an autobiography of William Adams.

Dates: 20th century

William Adams family papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1621
Abstract

The William Adams family papers (1894-1970) comprise an autobiography, a biography of his eldest son, Charles, genealogies, and biographies of various family members. William Adams was a Latter Day Saint pioneer who was part of the original Iron County settlement mission in 1850. His descendents became community leaders in Iron County, Utah.

Dates: 1894-1970

Algie Ballif Forum records

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0545
Abstract The Algie Ballif Forum records (1976-1990) contain documents regarding this women's group (founded 1977, originally called the Alice Louise Reynolds Women's Forum), the main objective of which was to educate the community and discuss women's issues. Included are brief biographies of members, transcripts of speeches given at monthly meetings, news clippings about forum events, a history about the origins of the forum, a calendar of events, and brochures and correspondence concerning women in...
Dates: 1976-1990

Jude Allen papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1480
Abstract

The Jude Allen papers (1836-1981) consist of a handwritten account book; a certificate of Allen's appointment to the rank of captain in the Ohio Militia; a three-page biography written by his granddaughter, Edna Dewey Pierson; and a children's short story written in 1981, by Avon Compton, another granddaughter.

Dates: 1836-1981

Alpha Theta State, Delta Kappa Gamma Society International records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0687
Abstract The Alpha Theta State, Delta Kappa Gamma Society International records (1938-2001) contain chapter and state membership records, as well as scrapbooks maintained by Utah state presidents. The scrapbooks contain correspondence, state and regional convention planning materials, meeting minutes, and program materials received from the international headquarters of the society. Delta Kappa Gamma is an honorary society for women educators. The society was founded in Texas in 1929. The first Utah...
Dates: 1938-2001

Alta Club records

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0388
Abstract

The Alta Club records (1883-1996), contain historical, financial, membership and miscellaneous documents. Based in Salt Lake City, Utah, the Alta Club has counted among its members many of Utah's movers and shakers.

Dates: 1883-1996

Archibald R. Anderson papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1735
Abstract

The Archibald R. Anderson papers (1932-1975) contain a copy of a 1932 memoir and a biography written by his son, Archibald J. Anderson. Archibald Anderson spent most of his life in Fairview, Sanpete County, Utah, where he was active in the family wool business. He helped establish the Fairview State Bank and served as vice-president of the bank for 35 years. He was a missionary for the LDS Church in Scotland from 1895 to 1897.

Dates: 1932-1975

Andrus family papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0327
Abstract

The Andrus family papers (1978-1979) contain information on Milo Andrus and his wives through two family publications, The Andrus Recorder and Milo Andrus and His Wives and Children. Both these xerox editions contain excerpts from Milo's journal and autobiography, as well as his letters. Information regarding Lucy Andrus and her "Halfway House" is also included.

Dates: 1978-1979

Francis Armstrong family papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1795
Abstract

The Francis Armstrong family papers (1860-1960) contain autobiographies, biographies, obituaries, correspondence, genealogy records, and newspaper articles. Francis Armstrong Madsen is a local businessman who compiled this resource on his mother's ancestor, Francis Armstrong. The bulk of the collection consists of information on Francis Armstrong and his family.

Dates: 1860-1960

Marilyn Arnold papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2857
Abstract The Marilyn Arnold papers (1860s-2016) consist of her scholarly research and writings, specifically on her authoritative work regarding Willa Cather. The collection contains numerous writings including published articles and books on many topics, both fiction and non-fiction. Arnold is an emeritus professor of English at Brigham Young University. She also served as assistant to former BYU president Dallin H. Oaks, director of the Center for the Study of Christian Values in Literature, and...
Dates: 1860s-2016

George William Ashton biography

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1598
Abstract The George William Ashton biography (1992) was written by Ashton's daughter Rowena Ashton Carter. In addition to George's life story, the biography includes some genealogical information, excerpts from several personal letters (1932-1943), and copies of his birth certificate, death certificate, and other important certificates. Ashton was a Salt Lake City contractor and member of the Salt Lake City Board of Education. He served an LDS mission in the Eastern States under B. H. Roberts...
Dates: 1992

Margaret McNeil Ballard autobiography [typescript]

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0126
Abstract

The Margaret McNeil Ballard autobiography [typescript] (1850s-1917) describes her life as a Scottish-born LDS Church pioneer.

Dates: 1850s-1917

John Lyman Ballif papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1431
Abstract

The John Lyman Ballif papers (1862-1998) reflect the life of John Ballif (1888-1954) and his family. While the emphasis is on the University of Utah, the collection also includes family correspondence, a genealogy, and three diaries. There are also scrapbooks, press clippings, and memorabilia from Switzerland.

Dates: 1862-1998

Louis Carl Barrett biography

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 3048
Abstract

The Louis Carl Barrett biography (2017) is entitled, "A Story of Two Soldiers: One From the U.S. and One From Germany During World War II and Their Path Together Afterwards." The biography was compiled by Betty Jene Barrett with contributions from Louis Barrett, Herbert Knothe and Gerhard Knothe. The biography contains transcripts of Barrett's diary entries and information of the German Peenemunde Army Research Center during World War II.

Dates: 2017

Evalyn Darger Bennett biography on Eva Williams Darger

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2934
Abstract

The Evalyn Darger Bennett biography on Eva Williams Darger (2008) is entitled "Eva: the Life Story of Eva Williams Darger." This biography also contains autobiographical writings by Eva.

Dates: 2008

Wallace G. Bennett papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2685
Abstract

The Wallace G. Bennett papers contain correspondence from his time serving in the military during WWII, along with a few letters from his mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Included in the collection is a brief history of the European mission and several published and unpublished family histories. Wallace G. Bennett is the son of Sen. Wallace F. Bennett and the brother of Sen. Robert F. Bennett.

Dates: 1969-2015

Bingham Stage Lines collection

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Identifier: MS 0330
Abstract

The Bingham Stage Lines collection (circa 1958) consists of company letterhead, notes, a history, and news clippings. Bingham Stage Lines Co. was Salt Lake City's first large bus line. Organized in 1920, it ran from Salt Lake to the Bingham Copper Mines. It also provided tours to several scenic areas in Utah and Arizona.

Dates: circa 1958

James Blazzard family history

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0596
Abstract

The James Blazzard family history is entitled, Valiant venture: sketch of the early pioneer history of the James Blazzard family 1876-1900.

Dates: 1973