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Ann Prior Jarvis autobiographies and a biography

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS SC 2049
Image of Ann Prior Jarvis autobiographies and a biography
Image of Ann Prior Jarvis autobiographies and a biography

Scope and Contents

Two handwritten autobiographies, a biography of George Jarvis (1823-1913), miscellaneous materials, and photocopies of these items. Ann was born in England and married George Jarvis at age sixteen. She and George were converted to the Mormon Church in 1848. George worked as a sailor to earn money for the journey to Utah. They arrived in Salt Lake City around 1860 and moved to St. George, Utah in 1861. Ann had eleven children. Anne recounts the major events of her life and writes about her spiritual experiences and dreams. Also included are a brief biography of George Jarvis and patriarchal blessings of family members.

Dates

  • 1871-1898

Creator

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 Ann Prior Jarvis autobiographies and a biography must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services and/or the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Board of Curators.

Biographical History

Mormon woman who was born in England and migrated to St. George, Utah.

Extent

2 folders (0.16 linear ft.)

Language of Materials

English

Custodial History

Donated by Pearl Jarvis Augustus in 1984.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Donated; Pearl Jarvis Augustus; 1984.

Appraisal

19th Century Western and Mormon Manuscripts.

Existence and Location of Copies

Photocopy of original available in Folder 2.

Title
Register of Ann Prior Jarvis autobiography and a biography
Status
Completed
Author
Elisa Visick
Date
2010 September 22
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