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Joseph Lee Robinson autobiography and diary

 File — Folder: 1
Identifier: MSS SC 2780

Scope and Contents

Typewritten condensation of an autobiography and a diary. The item was shortened by Robinson's granddaughter, Rena Robinson Cutler. Joseph Robinson writes about his conversion to the Mormon Church in 1836, his migration to Utah in 1848, his opinions of the Mormon doctrine of polygamy, and his settling in Weber County, Utah.

Dates

  • 1853-1892

Creator

Language of Materials

Materials are in English.

Conditions Governing Access

Open for public research.

Conditions Governing Use

It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances. Permission to publish material from Joseph Lee Robinson autobiography and diary must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services and/or the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Board of Curators.

Biographical History

Mormon pioneer.

Extent

1 item (68 p.)

Custodial History

Donated by W. O. Robinson in 1978.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Donated; W. O. Robinson; 1978.

Appraisal

19th Century Western and Mormon Manuscripts.

Title
Register of Joseph Lee Robinson autobiography and diary
Status
In Progress
Author
Elisa Visick
Date
2010 December 3
Description rules
Appm
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid written in English in Latin script.

Repository Details

Part of the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Repository

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