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Diaries

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Genre/Form Terms

Found in 364 Collections and/or Records:

James Walter Paxman diary

 Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114043368440]
Identifier: ACCN 0684
Abstract

The James Walter Paxman diary (1893) also includes a daily journal of activities. Includes his impressions of the Salt Lake Temple dedication. James Walter Paxman (1861-1943) lived in Nephi, Utah, and was president of the Juab Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church).

Dates: 1893

Jean Rio Pearce diary [typescript]

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0066
Abstract

The Jean Rio Pearce diary (1851-1880) typescript describes her emigration from Liverpool, England, to Salt Lake City, Utah.

Dates: undated

Fern Flagler Peery papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2473
Abstract

The Fern Flagler Peery papers (1840-2008) contain correspondence, diaries, vital records, genealogy, and news clippings of Peery and her family members. Also included is family history research.

Dates: 1840-2008

Joseph S. Peery papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2452
Abstract

The Joseph S. Peery papers (1907-2005) contain diaries, correspondence, notes, family genealogy, University of Utah materials, maps, certificates, awards, newsletters, postcards, and news clippings. Peery was a professor of finance and economics at the University of Utah.

Dates: 1907-2005

Ethan Pettit diaries

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0180
Abstract

The Ethan Pettit diaries (1855-1881) consist of eight diaries which describe the life of Pettit, a native New Yorker who moved to Utah in 1848 after joining the LDS Church.

Dates: 1855-1881

Stephen Post papers [microform]

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0490
Abstract

The Stephen Post papers (1835-1921) are contained on microfilm reels and include Post's journals, letters from Sidney Rigdon, certificates, receipts, notes, sermons, published works, and other papers. Stephen Post (1810-1879) was an early member of the LDS Church and later member and leader of various schismatic groups.

Dates: 1835-1921

Guy Potter Mormon history collection

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1561
Abstract The Guy Potter Mormon history collection (1841-1976) contains photocopied correspondence, statements, statistics, lists, and journal excerpts regarding the Holy Order and the performance of Second Anointings in the LDS Church. Included are correspondence from Brigham Young, John Taylor, Heber J. Grant, and Wilford Woodruff, as well as statements by Joseph Smith, Joseph F. Smith, and Brigham Young. Also included are photocopies of diaries and typed copies of diaries taken from published...
Dates: 1841-1976

Preston Nutter Corporation records

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0289
Abstract

The Preston Nutter Corporation records (1876-1981) document over one hundred years of ranching in Colorado, Arizona, and Utah. The records cover virtually every aspect of cattle ranching, from the buying, selling and shipping of cattle; to the acquisition of land, water, and grazing rights; to the wages and injuries of ranch hands. Also covered are many aspects of the private lives of the Nutter family.

Dates: 1876-1981

Gregory A. Prince papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1334
Abstract

The Gregory A. Prince papers (1833-1995) contain correspondence, research materials and notes, and the transcripts of oral interviews collected during the writing of Prince's various books about Mormon history. Draft manuscripts of several of those works are also included.

Dates: 1829-2020

Provo Community Congregational Church records

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0442
Abstract

The Provo Community Congregational Church records (1883-1986) consist of the records of various church-sponsored organizations, board and committee materials, Sunday bulletins, minutes, financial records, correspondence, histories, and miscellaneous papers. The Provo Community Congregational Church was one of the earliest churches organized in the state of Utah.

Dates: 1883-1986

George Dollinger Pyper papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0001
Abstract The George Dollinger Pyper papers (1834-1975) consist primarily of correspondence, scrapbooks, diaries, news clippings, programs, contracts, scripts, broadsides, and scores documenting George Dollinger Pyper's career as manager of the Salt Lake Theatre. Pyper served as manager of the Salt Lake Theatre from 1898 to 1929. He also served as general superintendent of the Deseret Sunday School Union and as a member of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. ...
Dates: 1834-1975

Ernest H. Quayle diaries

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0226
Abstract

The Ernest H. Qualye diaries (1920-1953) consists of five jounals kept by Ernest H. Quayle.

Dates: 1920-1953

John Redington journals

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2356
Abstract

The John Redington journals (1859-1905) were written specifically for the purpose of leaving a record for his family, covering his life from 1859 to 1905. The five journals in the collection discuss his life during the early days of the LDS Church, and give a hands-on account of both of his missions.

Dates: 1859-1905

George Reynolds papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1342
Abstract

The George Reynolds papers (1845-1906) consist of correspondence, writings, notes, family materials, diary photocopies, and other materials regarding the life of Reynolds and his family.

Dates: 1845-1906

Alice "Pat" Rice Capson Brown papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2777
Abstract

The Alice "Pat" Rice Capson Brown papers (1940-2013) contain personal and family papers and documents spanning the life of Ms. Capson Brown. She worked as a lifestyle writer for the Salt Lake Tribue.

Dates: 1940-2013

Patricia Rice papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 3047
Abstract

The Patricia Rice papers (1970-2018) contain correspondence, promotional materials, and sheet music pertaining to Rice's career in the music industry as a festival coordinator, teacher, and musician.

Dates: 1970-2018

Daniel Brigham Hill Richards diaries

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2046
Abstract

The Daniel Brigham Hill Richards diaries (1897-1934) incorporate family history, correspondence, articles, and newspaper clippings.

Dates: 1897-1934

Ianthus Leo Richards papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1554
Abstract

The Ianthus Leo Richards papers (1906-1925) consist of documents relating to and resulting from Richards' experiences in England and Ireland as a missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) from 1923-1925. Included are correspondence, mission records, a log book, diaries, and memorabilia.

Dates: 1906-1925

Mary Haskin Parker Richards diary [typescript]

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0051
Abstract

This collection consists of a bound transcript of an 1840s diary kept by Mary Haskin Parker Richards (1823-1860), a LDS Church pioneer woman camped at Winter Quarters, Nebraska.

Dates: 1846-1848

Samuel W. Richards journals [photocopies]

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0140
Abstract

The Samuel W. Richards journals (1851-1908) consist of 15 photocopy volumes of manuscripts from microfilm.

Dates: 1851-1908