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William O. Robinson papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 1848

Scope and Contents

Diaries, a scrapbook, newspaper clippings, essays, poems, correspondence, a biography, a published book with handwritten corrections, and a film strip. The materials deal with Robinson's dancing, music, and educational careers. The diaries are in six volumes and relate to Robinson's mission for the Mormon Church in Colorado.

Dates

  • 1897-1976

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Open for public research.

Conditions Governing Use

It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances. Permission to publish material from Papers must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services and/or the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Board of Curators.

Biographical History

William O. Robinson (1876-1979) was a music educator and composer who was also involved with drama and dance. He died in 1979.

Extent

3 boxes (1.5 linear ft.)

1 scrapbooks

Language of Materials

English

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Donated; L. W. Robinson; 1979.

Appraisal

Utah and the American West and LDS cultural, social, and religious history (20th century Western & Mormon Manuscripts collection development policy, 5.VII, 2007).

Title
Register of William O. Robinson papers
Status
Completed
Author
Garrett Schroath
Date
2011 April 12
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid written in English in Latin script.

Repository Details

Part of the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Repository

Contact:
1130 HBLL
Brigham Young University
Provo Utah 84602 United States