Biography
Emma Gurney Smith Ballif (1864-1942) was a mother and early member of the Church.
Emma Gurney Smith was born on Ocotber 19, 1864 to Thomas Smith and Margret Gurney Smith in Logan, Utah. Emma was a soprano and took part in many operas and choirs from a young age. She married John Lyman Ballif on October 20, 1886 and they had at least eight children together. Emma worked to raise her children alone for several years as her husband was called on a mission to France. Emma lived in Rexburg from 1901-1934 where she served in stake Relief Society callings. She passed away on April 4th, 1942 in Logan, Utah.
Citation:
Emma Gurney Smith biographical sketch, via WWW, October 27, 2020 (Emma Gurney Smith Ballif, b. Oct. 19, 1864 to Thomas and Margret Gurney Smith in Logan, UT; sang in operas and choirs; m. John Lyman Ballif Oct. 20, 1886; had at least eight children; raised children while husband served in France; lived in Rexburg from 1901-1934; served in stake Relief Society capacity; d. Apr. 4th, 1942 in Logan, UT.)
Found in 18 Collections and/or Records:
Sub-Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 1554 Series 2 Sub-Series 7
Scope and Contents
Contains correspondence, clippings, recordings, scrapbook, and other materials on Ballif. Materials date from between 1922 and 1984.
Dates:
1922-1984
Sub-Series — Oversize 9: Series 2 [Barcode: 31197233242913]
Identifier: MSS 1554 Series 2 Sub-Series 1
Scope and Contents
Diploma for Ballif's graduation from college. Item dates from 1918.
Dates:
1918
Series
Identifier: MSS 1554 Series 2
Scope and Contents
Contains letters, certificates, and other materials documenting Ballif's life and activities as a politician and educator. Materials date from between 1918 and 1984.
Dates:
1918-1984
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 1554
Abstract
Personal and professional papers of Algie and George Ballif including news clippings, awards, certificates, notebooks, correspondence, pamphlets, and miscellaneous items. The bulk of the items are from the years 1960 to 1978. Many items concern George's legal career and Algie's work as a legislator.
Dates:
1911-1984
Sub-Series
Identifier: MSS 1554 Series 1 Sub-Series 12
Scope and Contents note
From the Collection:
The George S. and Algie Ballif collection consists of the personal and professional papers of these well-known Provo community leaders. Considering the length and significance of their respective careers, the collection is quite small, and seems to contain more materials about the Ballifs or materials given to them--clippings, awards, certificates, etc.--than papers created by them. Inclusive dates are 1918-1982 with the bulk of the material falling between 1960-1978.The George...
Dates:
Other: undated
Sub-Series
Identifier: MSS 1554 Series 1 Sub-Series 9
Scope and Contents note
From the Collection:
The George S. and Algie Ballif collection consists of the personal and professional papers of these well-known Provo community leaders. Considering the length and significance of their respective careers, the collection is quite small, and seems to contain more materials about the Ballifs or materials given to them--clippings, awards, certificates, etc.--than papers created by them. Inclusive dates are 1918-1982 with the bulk of the material falling between 1960-1978.The George...
Dates:
Other: bulk 1955-1974
Sub-Series
Identifier: MSS 1554 Series 1 Sub-Series 11
Scope and Contents note
From the Collection:
The George S. and Algie Ballif collection consists of the personal and professional papers of these well-known Provo community leaders. Considering the length and significance of their respective careers, the collection is quite small, and seems to contain more materials about the Ballifs or materials given to them--clippings, awards, certificates, etc.--than papers created by them. Inclusive dates are 1918-1982 with the bulk of the material falling between 1960-1978.The George...
Dates:
Other: 1922-1974
Sub-Series
Identifier: MSS 1554 Series 1 Sub-Series 1
Scope and Contents note
From the Collection:
The George S. and Algie Ballif collection consists of the personal and professional papers of these well-known Provo community leaders. Considering the length and significance of their respective careers, the collection is quite small, and seems to contain more materials about the Ballifs or materials given to them--clippings, awards, certificates, etc.--than papers created by them. Inclusive dates are 1918-1982 with the bulk of the material falling between 1960-1978.The George...
Dates:
Other: undated
Sub-Series
Identifier: MSS 1554 Series 1 Sub-Series 3
Scope and Contents note
From the Collection:
The George S. and Algie Ballif collection consists of the personal and professional papers of these well-known Provo community leaders. Considering the length and significance of their respective careers, the collection is quite small, and seems to contain more materials about the Ballifs or materials given to them--clippings, awards, certificates, etc.--than papers created by them. Inclusive dates are 1918-1982 with the bulk of the material falling between 1960-1978.The George...
Dates:
Other: 1921-1974
Sub-Series
Identifier: MSS 1554 Series 1 Sub-Series 13
Scope and Contents note
From the Collection:
The George S. and Algie Ballif collection consists of the personal and professional papers of these well-known Provo community leaders. Considering the length and significance of their respective careers, the collection is quite small, and seems to contain more materials about the Ballifs or materials given to them--clippings, awards, certificates, etc.--than papers created by them. Inclusive dates are 1918-1982 with the bulk of the material falling between 1960-1978.The George...
Dates:
Other: undated