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Noel B. Reynolds research on Book of Mormon use

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 2164

Scope and Contents

Research and draft transcripts of oral history interviews, compiled by Allison D. Clark, Reynolds's research assistant. The material focuses on the growing use of the Book of Mormon in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, especially in general conference addresses and church manuals. Includes information on the Book of Mormon becoming a required class for Brigham Young University students. Also includes publication data on books about the Book of Mormon. Interviewees include Richard L. Anderson, Glenn L. Pearson, Reid Bankhead, Robert J. Matthews, Richard O. Cowan, Hugh W. Nibley, Chauncey C. Riddle, David Yarn, Harvard Heath, Louis C. Midgley, Reed Benson, and Ellis Rasmussen. Also includes Truman G. Madsen's responses to interview questions.

Dates

  • 1903-1999

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Condition restricted. Permission to use original materials must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services. Patrons should use microfilm copy.

Conditions Governing Use

Collection for research only. No photocopying allowed.

It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances. Permission to publish material from Noel B. Reynolds research on Book of Mormon use must be obtained from the Permissions & Licensing Office of the University and the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Board of Curators.

Biographical History

Noel B. Reynolds was the Associate Academic Vice-President at Brigham Young University.

Extent

1 microfilm reel (0.1 linear ft.)

22 folders (0.5 linear ft.)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

Research and draft transcripts of oral history interviews, compiled by Allison D. Clark, Reynolds' research assistant. The material focuses on the growing use of the Book of Mormon in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, especially in general conference addresses and church manuals. Interviewees include Richard L. Anderson, Glenn L. Pearson, Reid Bankhead, Robert J. Matthews, Richard O. Cowan, Hugh W. Nibley, Chauncey C. Riddle, David Yarn, Harvard Heath, Louis C. Midgley, Reed Benson, and Ellis Rasmussen. Also includes Truman G. Madsen's responses to interview questions.

Arrangement

Arranged in three series: 1. Noel B. Reynolds research, undated; 2. Noel B. Reynolds research on Book of Mormon course at BYU, 1960-1996, bulk 1960-1961; and 3. Noel B. Reynolds interviews, 1966-1996, bulk 1996.

Other Finding Aids

A more detailed finding aid is available in print in the repository.

Other Finding Aids

Item-level inventory available online. http://files.lib.byu.edu/ead/XML/MSS2164.xml

Custodial History

Donated by June 1999.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Donated; June 1999.

Appraisal

University history (University Archives collecting policy, February 2010).

Research by faculty relating to the university and to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Existence and Location of Copies

Microfilm copy is available for the entire collection.

Bibliography

Noel B. Reynolds, "The Coming forth of the Book of Mormon in the Twentieth Century," BYU Studies 38 #2 (1999): 6-47.

Processing Information

Processed; David J. Whittaker; 1999.

Title
Register of Noel B. Reynolds research on Book of Mormon use
Status
Completed
Author
David Whittaker
Date
1999
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.
Sponsor
Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant, 2007-2008

Repository Details

Part of the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Repository

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