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Hyde, Orson, 1805-1878

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1805 - 1878

Biography

Orson Hyde (1805-1878) was an apostle for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Utah.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Orson Hyde letter to Ann Eliza Hyde

 File — Multiple Containers
Identifier: Vault MSS 357
Scope and Contents

Handwritten and signed letter, dated August 31, 1867, addressed to "Dear Ann Eliza," and composed in Salt Lake City, Utah. Hyde writes to his wife upon hearing of the death of their daughter, Maria Louisa. The item is thirty words long. "I shall not hear that Sweet voice lisping Pa any more." Hyde also gives instructions for the buial of Maria Louisa.

Dates: 1867 August 31
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections / Orson Hyde letter to Ann Eliza Hyde

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