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Buzzell family papers

 Collection — Folder: 1
Identifier: MSS 5894

Scope and Contents note

The Buzzell family papers contain four handwritten letters to Aaron Buzzell from various family members and friends. The correspondences often refer to spiritual matters as Aaron and some of his brothers were preachers in the eastern United States. Also included in the collection are short typewritten biographies of some family members, as well as photocopies of religious articles mentioning members of the Buzzell Family. The documents date from 1827-1990.

Dates

  • 1827-1990

Creator

Conditions Governing Access note

Open for public research.

Conditions Governing Use note

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

Biographical History

Jane Virginia Buzzell Putnam was born on September 16, 1917. She married Charles H. Putnam, and died on March 24, 2007.

Extent

1 folder (.01 linear feet)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

The Buzzell family papers contain letters and biographies of the early members of the Buzzell family. The letters dwell on matters of religion and family. The documents date from 1827-1990.

Custodial History note

Donated by Jane Buzzell Putnam in 1992.

Immediate Source of Acquisition note

Donated; Jane Buzzell Putnam; 1992.

Appraisal note

Utah and American West and LDS cultural, social, and religious history (19th and 20th Century Western & Mormon Manuscripts collection development policy, 5.VII, 2007).

Processing Information note

Processed; Katie Connors, student processor; John Murphy, curator; 2009.

Title
Register of Buzzell family papers
Status
Completed
Author
Katie Connors, student processor; John Murphy, curator; 2009
Date
2009 March 31
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.

Repository Details

Part of the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Repository

Contact:
1130 HBLL
Brigham Young University
Provo Utah 84602 United States