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Edson Whipple diary

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 691

Scope and Contents

Photocopies of typescripts of diaries and biographies of Whipple. The first part of his diary tells the story of his early life including living in Nauvoo, Illinois. Includes six items, with content dating from between 1842 and 1851.

Dates

  • 1842-1851

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 Edson Whipple diary must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services and/or the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Board of Curators.

Biographical History

Edson Whipple (1805-1894) was a Mormon pioneer who lived in Parowan, Utah.

Extent

2 folders (0.08 linear ft.)

Language of Materials

English

Appraisal

19th Century Western & Mormon Manuscripts.

Title
Register of Edson Whipple diary
Status
Completed
Author
Andrea Wyss
Date
2011 March 31
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