Latter Day Saint churches -- History
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 31 Collections and/or Records:
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 among...
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 Included is a reproduction of an unpublished and published manuscript, "Sidney Rigdon, The Real Founder of Mormonism," by William Whitsitt (1885).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, "Mormon...
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