Utah -- History -- 19th century
Found in 165 Collections and/or Records:
Utah Governor proclamation
Photocopy of printed gubernatorial proclamation dated 23 April 1853. The document describes how "a horde of Mexicans, outlandish men" was creating unrest in the Territory, and orders the arrest of "every strolling Mexican party, and those associating with them" within the area. The document further orders the Utah Militia on alert and directs all Mexicans in the Territory to remain at home. The proclamation was signed at Provo, Utah, by Brigham Young.
Utah Militia military appointment
Photocopy of a certificate signed by Brigham Young electing James B. Walker to the office of Captain, Company B., Tooele Military District Infantry Battalion.
Utah's black Friday : history of the Mountain Meadows Massacre of 1857
Unpublished typewritten booklength history of the Mountain Meadows Massacre.
A valley in Utah which is surrounded by coal, iron and rich minerals which is 220 miles south of Provo City and 380 miles from Los Angeles, California
Typewritten description of the mineral wealth of Southern Utah and an account of why it was not exploited by Brigham Young and the Mormons.
Philip T. Van Zile scrapbook
Bound scrapbook which contains newspaper clippings regarding The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, polygamy, Van Zile's work as U.S. District Attorney, and other activities that took place in Utah during the early 1880's. Many items are accompanied by holograph notations by Van Zile. Also includes letters to Van Zile from William M. Thompson and Robert G. McNiece.
Joseph C. Walker papers
John Bates Warall letter
Handwritten and signed letter written at Camp Floyd, Utah and addressed to Colonel Daniel Ruggles at Fredericksburg, Virginia. Warall gives a general report on the condition and activities of the camp which includes the establishment of musical bands, temperance societies, masonic lodges, and other organizations and events promoting morale among the soldiers.
William Wood autobiography, 1894-1895
Contains an autobiography and an obituary about Wood's life. Includes genealogical information about the family, copies of correspondence, photographs, and other information on the Wood family. Materials date from between 1894 and 1895.
William Wood family papers, 1842-1906
Contains letters and other materials relating to the Wood family, dealing primarily with family activities. Materials date from between 1842 and 1906.
William Wood Kane correspondence, 1918-1921
Contains letters written by Kane to Evan O'Neill and Lila Kane. The correspondence includes information on his musical studies, his service during the First World War, and family concerns. Materials date from between 1918 and 1921.