Sperry, Sidney B. (Sidney Branton), 1895-1977
Person
Dates
- Existence: 1895 - 1977
Biographical History
Sidney B. Sperry (1895-1977) was a professor of religion in Utah. He was director of the Division of Religion at Brigham Young University and director of Graduate Studies in Religion. He did postdoctoral work in archaeology at the American School of Oriental Research in Jerusalem.
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Sidney B. Sperry patriarchal blessings and other material, 1940-1971
Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 618 Series 9
Scope and Contents
Contains patriarchal blessings, sermons, Utah Stake High Priest Quorum papers, inspirational articles, books, and anecdotes. Includes blessing typescripts, a funeral address, documents regarding efforts to improve enforcement of Provo's moral statutes, typed manuscripts of works by Leah B. Lyman, clippings from the Liahona, and assorted other articles and anecdotes.
Dates:
1940-1971
Sidney B. Sperry papers
Collection
Identifier: UA 618
Scope and Contents
Contains correspondence, family papers, financial records, photographs, and memorabilia produced by Sperry. Materials document his professional and personal life, including his service at Brigham Young University, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and in civic affairs. Pamphlet was published in 1936 as an orientation to in-coming freshmen. It gives information about important dates in the school year, available activities, and explanations of college jargon. Materials date...
Dates:
1921-1971
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