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Burton, William, 1809-1851

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1809 - 1851

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

William Burton journal

 File — Folder 1: [Barcode: 31197230313758]
Identifier: MSS SC 1643
Scope and Contents

Bound, typewritten, carbon copy of William Burton's journal (1841-1851), which includes extracts from Joseph Wood's journal (1839-1840). The record gives a detailed account of the journey to Utah with Brigham Young and Heber C. Kimball in 1848, missionary experiences, and some family genealogy.

Dates: 1837-1907
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections / William Burton journal

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