Emmeline B. Wells diary, vol. 1, 1844-1846

Item — Box: 1

Identifier: Vault MSS 510 Item 1

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Scope and Contents

Materials include Emmeline B. Wells's handwritten diary dating from 1844 to 1846. This volume tells of Wells' overland journey from Nauvoo, Illinois, to Garden Grove, Iowa, in 1846. It also describe Wells's departure from Massachusetts in 1844 to join with the body of the Mormon Church at Nauvoo, Illinois. Some genealogy is also included. Wells writes detailed entries about daily chores, children, difficult travelling conditions, and her relationships with other women on the journey to Iowa. She frequently mentions the status of neighboring Mormon companies. Includes particular insight into women's roles, activities, and duties as well as notes about recent births and deaths in the community. Dated 1844 to 1846.

Dates

Creation: 1844-1846

Conditions Governing Access

Original diaries: Condition restricted; permission to use items must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services.

Conditions Governing Use

It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances. Permission to publish material from Emmeline B. Wells diaries must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services and/or the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Board of Curators.