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Latter Day Saints -- Polygamy

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 33 Collections and/or Records:

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

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

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

Bennion family papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0251
Abstract

The Bennion family papers (1844-1949) include the diaries of John Bennion (1820-1877), Heber Bennion (1858-1932), and Mary Bennion Powell (born 1890), as well as family correspondence and autobiographical sketches. John and Samuel Bennion and John's son, Heber, were Utah sheep ranchers and polygamists, while Mary Bennion Powell was a daughter of Heber Bennion.

Dates: 1844-1949

Brigham Young University oral history projects [transcripts]

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0268
Abstract The Brigham Young University oral history projects (1963-1977) consists of transcripts of tapes of oral history interviews with eighty-two persons conducted as part of a series of projects by the Charles Redd Center for Western Studies at Brigham Young University. Project topics include the Bamberger Railroad, BYU history, Charles Redd, the Interstate Brick Company, Labor in Utah, LDS chaplains, Polygamy, the Posey War, Provo City history, the San Rafael Swell, the Simpson Springs pony...
Dates: 1963-1977

Jesse R. S. Budge family history and autobiography

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0197
Abstract

The Jesse R. S. Budge family history and autobiography (1949) consists of family memories by Jesse Budge (1878-1964), titled "Pioneer Days: Some Reminiscences." This writing gives details of growing up in a polygamous family in Paris, Idaho, and of Budge's legal career.

Dates: 1949

David J. Buerger papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0622
Abstract The David J. Buerger papers (1820-1986) contain correspondence, personal diary entries, research notes, copies of papers (both published and unpublished), newspaper clippings, class notes and projects, copies of diary and letter transcripts where the originals are stored in other archival repositories, pamphlets, and excerpts from published works. The largest body of documents on any one subject pertains to LDS temple ceremonies and ordinances. Buerger compiled a file of one hundred and one...
Dates: 1842-1988

Paul B. Cannon papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1086
Abstract

The Paul B. Cannon papers (1852-1989) contain correspondence, a scrapbook, articles, and news clippings. Cannon was an attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Dates: 1852-1989

Cowley family papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1223
Abstract

The Cowley family papers consist of biographical sketches of several members of the Cowley family, particularly Mattias Foss Cowley and Samuel Parkinson Cowley. Included is a 10 page handwritten biography of Samuel P. Cowley by his father, Mattias F. Cowley. Mattias Foss Cowley was dropped from the Mormon Church Quorum of the Twelve Apostles in 1893 for continuing to practice polygamy. Samuel P. Cowley was an F.B.I. agent who was killed in a gun battle with "Baby face" Nelson in 1934.

Dates: 1941-1991

Herbert J. Foulger diary [photocopy and typescript]

 Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114042321705]
Identifier: MS 0363
Abstract

The Herbert J. Foulger diary [photocopy and typescript] (1886) was kept by Foulger (1848-1920) while serving time in the Utah State Penitentiary for polygamy. The diary contains a record of his daily activities and the routine and occasional unusual events involving other "bretheren" incarcerated with him.

Dates: 1886

Hampton C. Godbe papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0664
Abstract The Hampton C. Godbe papers (1864-1990) consist of materials collected by Godbe documenting the life of his grandfather, William S. Godbe, in preparation for a proposed biography. Included are correspondence, notes, articles, and memorabilia. Also included are additional research notes of Hampton Godbe on other topics, as well as personal papers, memorabilia, and news clippings. Hampton Godbe was a Utah newspaper reporter and, later, the manager of Salt Lake City's Metropolitan Water...
Dates: 1864-1990

Duckworth Grimshaw autobiography

 Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114042068108]
Identifier: ACCN 1303
Abstract

The Duckworth Grimshaw autobiography (1923) was written by himself and arranged by his daughters Martha J. Rogerson and May G. Jensen. The autobiography describes his experience as a Utah man imprisoned for polygamy in 1891.

Dates: 1923

Home teachers meeting minutes

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0898
Abstract The home teachers meeting minutes (1884-1887) are handwritten and detail monthly meetings of Fourth Division home teachers of the LDS Church. The minutes were kept by clerk Benjamin S. Wilson. The entries consist of reports of visitations of members by the teachers along with reports of the state of each member's faith. Other events mentioned are the dedication of the Logan, Utah, temple; various births and deaths in the division; the imprisonment of various church members for polygamy; and...
Dates: 1884-1887

Julie Ingeröed autobiography

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0398
Abstract

The Julie Ingeröed autobiography is entitled, "One Year in Utah, or, the Secrets of Mormonism: A True and Honest Account, 1867" was translated by Helge Seljaas.

Dates: 1867

Grant Ivins family photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0018
Abstract

The Grant Ivins family photograph collection contains photographs of member of the Ivins family who did mission work in several different countries. The collection also contains various photo albums of life and the University of Utah.

Dates: circa 1910

H. Grant Ivins papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0362
Abstract The H. Grant Ivins papers (1897-1973) contain diaries, correspondence, memoirs, unpublished manuscripts, and articles on subjects relating to religion and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). This collection documents one man's transition from a devout believer in the divine authority of the members of the LDS Church hierarchy to an outspoken critic of those he later...
Dates: 1897-1973

Benjamin Franklin Johnson typescript statement

 Item
Identifier: MS 0056
Abstract

The Benjamin Franklin Johnson typescript statement is comprised of one undated manuscript, written by Johnson, of his affiliation with the LDS Church.

Dates: undated

Victor W. Jorgensen papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1416
Abstract

The Victor W. Jorgensen papers (circa 1870-1970s) consist of photocpies of Jorgensen's research files concerning LDS polygamy.

Dates: circa 1870-1970s

Scott G. Kenney collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0587
Abstract

The Scott G. Kenney collection (1820-1984) reflects the research interests of Scott G. Kenney during the 1970s and early 1980s for a projected biography of Joseph F. Smith (1838-1901). The collection consists of typescripts made by Kenney, as well as photocopies of diaries and letters. Scott G. Kenney (b. 1946) is a historical researcher, a writer, and a musician.

Dates: 1820-1984

Ralph Martin McGrath term paper

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0308
Abstract

The Ralph Martin McGrath term paper (1965) is titled "Was Austin Cowles a Conspirator against the Life of the Prophet?" The paper conclusively demonstrates that Austin Cowles, of whom McGrath is a decendant, had no role in the conspiracy against the LDS prophet, Joseph Smith.

Dates: 1965