George Wise Greene autobiography
Scope and Contents note
The George Wise Greene autobiography is entitled "Around and About for 80 Years" where Greene writes about his life. He writes about his grandparents, parents, growing up in an obscure town in Idaho, his courtship with Norma Geddes whom he married in 1931, and his conversion to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints later on his life. The book was compiled in 1986. A few photographed pictures are included. George Wise Greene passed away 25 November 1998.
Dates
- 1986
Creator
- Greene, George Wise, 1904-1998 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access note
Open for public research.
Conditions Governing Use note
It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances. Permission to publish material from the George Wise Greene autobiography must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services and/or the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Board of Curators.
Biographical History
George Wise Greene was born 6 October 1904. He lived a life filled with education, military service, and career. He had a wonderful courtship with Norma Geddes whom he married in 1931 and later on in his life he converted to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He passed away 25 November 1998.
Extent
1 folder (0.10 linear ft.)
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
George Wise Greene autobiography entitled "Around and About for 80 Years" gives readers a glimpse into the life of Greene regarding military service, church service, home and family life, edcuation and courtship; 1986.
Custodial History note
Donated by George Wise Greene in 1989.
Immediate Source of Acquisition note
Donated; George Wise Greene; 1989.
Appraisal note
20th Century Western and Mormon Americana because the autobiography illustrates life and customs in the West according to George Wise Greene, a Mormon.
Processing Information note
Processed; Katie Connors, student processor, and John Murphy, Curator; 2008.
- Title
- Register of George Wise Greene autobiography
- Status
- Completed
- Author
- Katie Connors, student processor, and John Murphy, curator
- Date
- 13 October 2008
- 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
1130 HBLL
Brigham Young University
Provo Utah 84602 United States