Noel B. Reynolds research on Book of Mormon use
Scope and Contents
Research and draft transcripts of oral history interviews, compiled by Allison D. Clark, Reynolds's research assistant. The material focuses on the growing use of the Book of Mormon in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, especially in general conference addresses and church manuals. Includes information on the Book of Mormon becoming a required class for Brigham Young University students. Also includes publication data on books about the Book of Mormon. Interviewees include Richard L. Anderson, Glenn L. Pearson, Reid Bankhead, Robert J. Matthews, Richard O. Cowan, Hugh W. Nibley, Chauncey C. Riddle, David Yarn, Harvard Heath, Louis C. Midgley, Reed Benson, and Ellis Rasmussen. Also includes Truman G. Madsen's responses to interview questions.
Dates
- Creation: 1903-1999
Creator
- Reynolds, Noel B. (creator, Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Condition restricted. Permission to use original materials must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services. Patrons should use microfilm copy.
Conditions Governing Use
Collection for research only. No photocopying allowed.
It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances. Permission to publish material from Noel B. Reynolds research on Book of Mormon use must be obtained from the Permissions & Licensing Office of the University and the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Board of Curators.
Biographical History
Noel B. Reynolds was the Associate Academic Vice-President at Brigham Young University.
Extent
1 microfilm reel (0.1 linear ft.)
22 folders (0.5 linear ft.)
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
Research and draft transcripts of oral history interviews, compiled by Allison D. Clark, Reynolds' research assistant. The material focuses on the growing use of the Book of Mormon in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, especially in general conference addresses and church manuals. Interviewees include Richard L. Anderson, Glenn L. Pearson, Reid Bankhead, Robert J. Matthews, Richard O. Cowan, Hugh W. Nibley, Chauncey C. Riddle, David Yarn, Harvard Heath, Louis C. Midgley, Reed Benson, and Ellis Rasmussen. Also includes Truman G. Madsen's responses to interview questions.
Arrangement
Arranged in three series: 1. Noel B. Reynolds research, undated; 2. Noel B. Reynolds research on Book of Mormon course at BYU, 1960-1996, bulk 1960-1961; and 3. Noel B. Reynolds interviews, 1966-1996, bulk 1996.
Other Finding Aids
A more detailed finding aid is available in print in the repository.
Other Finding Aids
Item-level inventory available online. http://files.lib.byu.edu/ead/XML/MSS2164.xml
Custodial History
Donated by June 1999.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Donated; June 1999.
Appraisal
University history (University Archives collecting policy, February 2010).
Research by faculty relating to the university and to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Existence and Location of Copies
Microfilm copy is available for the entire collection.
Bibliography
Processing Information
Processed; David J. Whittaker; 1999.
Subject
- Brigham Young University -- Curricula (Organization)
Genre / Form
Topical
Uniform Title
- Title
- Register of Noel B. Reynolds research on Book of Mormon use
- Status
- Completed
- Author
- David Whittaker
- Date
- 1999
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
- Language of description note
- Finding aid written in English in Latin script.
- Sponsor
- Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant, 2007-2008
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Repository Details
Part of the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Repository
1130 HBLL
Brigham Young University
Provo Utah 84602 United States