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Latter Day Saint churches -- History

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 31 Collections and/or Records:

Dale R. Broadhurst audio collection

 Collection
Identifier: A0315
Abstract

The Dale R. Broadhurst audio collection (1979-1982) contains audio recordings of material relevant to Broadhurst's Masters thesis research into the theory that the Book of Mormon was plagiarized in part from an earlier, fictional manuscript by Solomon Spalding.

Dates: 1979-1982

Dale R. Broadhurst papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0913
Abstract The Dale R. Broadhurst papers (1800-2000) consist of transcripts, theses, news clippings, historical journals, diaries, and other sources dealing with the writing of the Book of Mormon and the Spalding manuscript. Broadhurst gathered this information for his thesis. It deals with the claim that Solomon Spaulding (1761-1816), a former Congregationalist/Presbyterian minister, wrote a manuscript that Joseph Smith later used as the basis for the Book of Mormon. Broadhurst obtained his master's...
Dates: 1800-2000

Daughters of Utah Pioneers, Camp 33 records

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0284
Abstract

The Daughters of Utah Pioneers, Camp 33 records contain several Utah pioneer biographies, which were made available from the Daughters of Utah Pioneers (DUP). The collection also contains Anne Fellows Johnson's poem The Salt Lake Seagulls, and a picture of Seagull Monument.

Dates: undated

Mario S. De Pillis papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2507
Abstract

The Mario S. De Pillis papers (1957-2008) consist of correspondence, reviews, and other materials. De Pillis, a professor of history at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, specialized in the social history of the United States and in the history of American religion, with particular emphasis on Mormonsim and Shakerism.

Dates: 1957-2008

George Leroy Dockstader papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2714
Abstract

The George L. Dockstader papers (1843-2001) consist of biographical materials, documents, correspondence, meeting minutes, reports, publications, and books. The bulk of the papers focuses upon correspondence, publications, and assorted materials pertaining to the ideas and activities of Mormon fundamentalists, particularly the Le Baron-led Church of the Firstborn of the Fulness of Times.

Dates: 1843-2001

G. Homer Durham papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0847
Abstract

The G. Homer Durham papers (1850s-1985) contain materials resulting from Durham's (1911-1985) family relationships, his public duties in education, and his membership in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS). Included is correspondence, writings by Durham and others, biographical information, event programs, diplomas, birth and marriage certificates, awards, notes, news clippings, estate records, meeting minutes, artwork, scrapbooks, journals, and publications.

Dates: 1850s-1985

Ephraim Edward Ericksen papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0534
Abstract

The Ephraim Edward Ericksen papers (1828-1968) contain writings by Ericksen, some writings by others, and personal correspondence and notes. E. E. Ericksen (1882-1967) was a moral philosopher and served as dean of the University of Utah's College of Arts and Sciences.

Dates: 1828-1968

Veda T. Hale collection on Fawn Brodie [photocopies]

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Identifier: ACCN 1484
Abstract

The Veda T. Hale collection [photocopies] (1941) consists of two letters written by Fawn Brodie, noted biographer of Joseph Smith Jr. and university professor.

Dates: 1941

Hancock County, Illinois Court documents

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2361
Abstract

The Hancock County, Illinois Court documents (1840-1845) consist of fourteen documents pertaining to eight court cases. These documents include five affadavits, two subpoenas, two summons, and five assorted materials.

Dates: 1840-1845

Klaus J. Hansen papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1532
Abstract The Klaus J. Hansen papers (1952-2011) includes articles, book manuscripts, a doctoral dissertation, and reviews written by Hansen mostly pertaining to the history of the LDS Church and the political ramifications of the Council of Fifty in LDS history. Included are correspondence between Hansen and editors and publishers concerning the publication of his work. Also included are employment materials, class work at Wayne State University, and articles written by others. In addition, the...
Dates: 1952-2011

Danny L. Jorgensen papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2276
Abstract

The Danny L. Jorgensen papers (1990-1991) contain three papers pertaining to the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). Danny L. Jorgensen is a sociologist of religion, a professor of Religious Studies, and a former director of Graduate Studies at the University of South Florida.

Dates: 1990-1991

Thomas Leiper Kane papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0227
Abstract

The Thomas Leiper Kane papers (1831-1880) consist of correspondence between family members, with some additional letters, papers, and notes.

Dates: 1831-1880

J. Golden Kimball papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0662
Abstract The J. Golden Kimball papers (1883-1981) contain diaries, correspondence, newspaper articles, talks, and thoughts pertaining to the life of J. Golden Kimball. Born Jonathan Golden Kimball (1853-1938) in Salt Lake City, Utah, he was a prominent and well-known leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), serving as a member of the First Council of the Seventy from 1892 until his death in 1938. In the years since his death, Kimball has become a legendary character...
Dates: 1883-1981

Stan Larson papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1111
Abstract

The Stan Larson papers (1842-2011) consist of an interview of Larson, manuscripts, articles, notes, newspaper clippings, conference papers, diaries, correspondence, book reviews, books, and assorted materials. Larson was an associate librarian and curator of manuscripts at the J. Willard Marriott Library, University of Utah. He was also a scholar and writer on topics dealing with the LDS Church.

Dates: 1842-2011

Byron Marchant papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1001
Abstract The Byron Marchant papers (1885-2017) contains writings on LDS early history. Included is a reproduction of an unpublished and published manuscript, "Sidney Rigdon, The Real Founder of Mormonism," by William Whitsitt (1885). A paper, "Mormon Exaggerations," and a transcript of a speech, "Mormonism's Connection to the British Enlightenment," both by Marchant, continue the development of the perspectives presented in Whitsitt's book. This collection also contains two pamphlets. The first,...
Dates: 1885-2017

Karolyn Wright McGuire papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2274
Abstract

The Karolyn Wright McGuire papers (1972-2003) contain photocopies of history information pertaining to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. A paper included in the collection is Dr. John H. Pratt, "The Birth of Mormonism." McGuire was the editor/reporter of the Shortsville and Manchester Enterprise, a weekly newspaper in Manchester, N.Y. She was also Manchester's town historian.

Dates: 1972-2003

Madeline R. McQuown papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0143
Abstract

The Madeline R. McQuown papers (1803-1976) contain some of McQuown's research and works. While the collection does contain some of McQuown's more personal works, such as some of her poetry, the collection deals mainly with her research. Her research was focused on Brigham Young and the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the LDS Church).

Dates: 1803-1976

Dale Lowell Morgan papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0579
Abstract The Dale Lowell Morgan papers (1933-1978) consists of correspondence, microfilm, photocopies, histories, publication information, and other materials relating to The Mormon Bibliography. Included are Morgan's introduction to the the bibliography, the preface by Chad Flake, sample pages, correspondence between the Mormon Bibliography Committee and the University of Utah Press, and histories of how the bibliography evolved. Also inlcuded in the collection are photocopies of his correspondence...
Dates: 1933-1978

Nicholas Groesbeck Morgan papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1500
Abstract

The Nicholas Groesbeck Morgan papers (1885-1997) consist of archaeological and historical materials pertaining to Utah and United States. The bulk of this collection is devoted to notable Utah/Mormon personalities and figures as well as buildings, places, etc. that are held in historical reverence concerning pioneering and the Salt Lake area.

Dates: 1885-1997

Mormon History Association records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0693
Abstract

The Mormon History Association (MHA) records (1971-2001) consist of newsletters published by the MHA and a conference handbook. The MHA is a historical association which focuses on the LDS experience.

Dates: 1971-2001