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Alvin Fielding Smith letters, 1906 December

 File — Box: 3, Folder: 6
Identifier: MSS 7952 Series 1

Scope and Contents

Contains letters from Alvin Fielding Smith to his wife Amelia Atkins Smith, or "Millie," and his daughter Ruth, or "Ruthie." Smith writes from Liverpool, England and London, England, where he served as a missionary of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, to his family in Salt Lake City, Utah. In his letters, he includes daily mission affairs, references to correspondence with other family and acquaintances, matters at home, and outings with members of the Church. Christmastime is mentioned often, as well as Smith's thoughts on the juxtaposition of the wealthy and the poor during the holiday festivities. Holidays, birthdays, and news in London are also recorded. Dated December 5, 1906 - December 31, 1906.

Dates

  • 1906 December

Conditions Governing Access

Condition restricted; permission to use original materials must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services. Patrons should use photocopies or typescripts.

Conditions Governing Use

It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances. Permission to publish material from the Alvin Fielding and Amelia Atkins Smith letters must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services and/or the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Board of Curators.

Extent

1 folder

Language of Materials

English