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Bennett, John Cook, 1804-1867

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1804 - 1867

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Hancock County, Illinois summonses

 File — Folder 1: [Barcode: 31197230305077]
Identifier: MSS SC 759
Scope and Contents

Handwritten and printed summonses for Joseph Smith, first president of the Mormon Church, and John C. Bennett, and apostle in the Mormon Church. Also included is a receipt from Emma Hale Smith, first wife of Joseph Smith, made out to Thomas Sharp.

Dates: 1841-1847
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections / Hancock County, Illinois summonses

History of the Bennett Trial Manuscript

 File — Folder 1: [Barcode: 31197230240951]
Identifier: MSS SC 416
Scope and Contents

Typewritten history which traces the provenance of the manuscript and its use as an historical source. The manuscript concerns the trial of John C. Bennett. Collection also includes a copy of the trial manuscript.

Dates: undated
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections / History of the Bennett Trial Manuscript

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  • Subject: Civil Procedure and Courts X

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Latter Day Saint churches -- Apostles -- History 1
Latter Day Saint churches -- Presidents -- History 1
Latter Day Saints -- Illinois -- Nauvoo -- History 1
Polygamy -- Religious aspects -- Church of Jesus Christ (Strangites) -- History 1
Receipts (Acknowledgments) 1
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Summonses 1
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