Ford, Thomas, 1800-1850
Person
Dates
- Existence: 1800 - 1850
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Miles Anderson papers
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 2061
Scope and Contents
This collection contains 2 diaries covering briefly related experiences and financial dealings of Anderson during the period of 1842-1856, from Nauvoo to the Utah Territory. Also includes patriarchal blessings given by Hyrum Smith and John Smith, as well as other documents and correspondence. Two diaries, family correspondence, patriarchal blessings, family land deeds, Nauvoo Legion Certificate, and War of 1812 pension certificate.
Dates:
1799-1877
Martyrdom of Joseph and Hyrum Smith
File — Folder 1: [Barcode: 31197230308469]
Identifier: MSS SC 1059
Scope and Contents
Photocopy of holograph account of the murder of Joseph Smith (1805-1844) and his brother Hyrum (1800-1844) on June 27, 1844. Jones was with the Smiths in the Carthage jail the night before they were killed. He was involved in carrying messages to and from Joseph and in appealing to Illinois officials for greater protection for the two men.
Jones relates some comments verbatim made by Joseph that indicate he had a premonition of death, as well as remarks by the mob. He also tells of the...
Dates:
1855
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