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Preston, William Bowker, 1830-1908

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1830 - 1908

Biographical History

Citation:
SNAC, via WWW, August 11, 2020 (William Bowker Preston born November 24, 1830 in Virginia, died August 2, 1908. Fourth presiding bishop of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, settled in California and introduced to the Church by the Thatcher family, who were neighbors. Married Harriet Thatcher on February 24, 1858, settled in Cache, became bishop of Logan. Served a mission to Great Britain in 1866, became a member of the territorial legislative assembly (1872-1882). Findagrave, via WWW, August 11, 2020 (He married Bertha Marie Anderson in 1871).

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Lyman Royal Martineau letter

 File — Folder 1: [Barcode: 31197230324557]
Identifier: MSS SC 2531
Scope and Contents

Handwritten and signed letter dated 20 Nov. 1891 and addressed to William Preston. Martineau was Preston's son-in-law. Martineau discusses financial matters relating to the Central Milling Company.

Dates: 1891 November 20
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections / Lyman Royal Martineau letter

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