Mormonism (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints)
Subject
Subject Source: Archiveswest
Found in 757 Collections and/or Records:
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 dean...
Dates:
1860s-2016
Edward H. Ashment papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1498
Abstract
The Edward H. Ashment papers (1984-2000) consist of an essay titled "The Use of Egyptian Magical Papyri to Authenticate the Book of Abraham" as well as correspondence pertaining to the research and writing of this paper. Also included are two additional articles by other authors on the same subject.
Dates:
1984-2000
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
Mark R. Ashurst-McGee papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1619
Abstract
The Mark Ashurst McGee papers (1989-2000) contains an article submitted to the Mormon History Association (MHA) by Ashurst-McGee entitled "Joseph Smith, the Kinderhook Plates, and the Question of Revelation." This collection also contains journal excerpts from Ashurst McGee's mission to New Jersey for the LDS Church, and interview notes.
Dates:
1989-2000
William B. Ashworth and Paul Parrish Ashworth autobiographies
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1087
Abstract
The William B. Ashworth and Paul Parrish Ashworth autobiographies (1932-1934, 1953-1956) consists of a three volume transcript of "The Life of William B. Ashworth, Written by Himself," and an autobiography of Paul Parrish Ashworth, son of William B. Ashworth. Ashworth was a Utah pioneer.
Dates:
1932-1956
Aubrey family papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2240
Abstract
The Aubrey family papers (1884-1904) contains correspondence and newspaper clippings from the Aubrey family. Among the newspaper clippings is an official statement made in 1904 by Joseph F. Smith, President of the LDS Church, reaffirming the position of the LDS Church against plural marriage. The Aubrey family was from Fayette, Utah in Sanpete County.
Dates:
1884-1904
Elijah Averett journal [typescript]
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0359
Abstract
This collection consists of a WPA transcription of the Elijah Averett journal. Begins with several pages of financial accounts of a brickyard, includes an autobiography by Averett and account entries and brief histories of the Averett and Mackleprang families.
Dates:
Majority of material found within undated
B. H. Roberts Society records
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0764
Abstract
The B. H. Roberts Society records (1980-1995) contain announcements, clippings, and correspondence related to panel discussions and lectures sponsored by the Society. This organization was established in 1980 and is dedicated to the study of timely issues in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Dates:
1980-1995
Danel W. Bachman thesis
Collection
Identifier: MS 0260
Abstract
The Danel W. Bachman thesis (1970) consist of Bachman's Brigham Young University graduate paper entitled "Joseph Morris and the Morrisites."
Dates:
1970