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Contains 35 Results:

Orson F. Whitney other writings, 1890-1898

 Sub-Series — Box: 2, Folder: 26-28
Identifier: MSS 15 Series 2 Sub-Series 5
Scope and Contents

Materials include other writings by Orson F. Whitney about religion, specifically about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. There is also his "History of Utah" series that details the history of the state of Utah from before the Church members arrived to when Whitney was living there. There are also various untitled works and documents written or edited by Whitney. Dated 1890-1898.

Dates: 1890-1898

History of Utah, approximately 1890-1898

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 26
Identifier: MSS 15 Series 2 Sub-Series 5
Scope and Contents

Materials includes original excerpts from Orson F. Whitney's "History of Utah", published in the 1890s. The excerpts are about the Church's run-ins with the United States government in 1856 and mentions Camp Floyd as well as the militia. There are also originals and copies of transcriptions of correspondence about "History of Utah" and original documents about its publication. Dated approximately 1890-1898.

Dates: approximately 1890-1898

Orson F. Whitney untitled works, date of production not identified

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 28
Identifier: MSS 15 Series 2 Sub-Series 5
Scope and Contents

Materials include originals and transcriptions of rough drafts of poetry, articles, historical writings, fiction, and a footnoted copy of the King Follett discourse. Subjects of materials include a manuscript about Jerusalem and the Church, Wilford Woodruff's many childhood accidents and injuries, and notes for lectures. Some of the materials are annotated and edited by Whitney himself. Date of production not identified.

Dates: date of production not identified

Orson F. Whitney clippings and reprints, approximately 1876-1930

 Sub-Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 15 Series 2 Sub-Series 6
Scope and Contents

Materials include clippings and reprints relating to Orson F. Whitney and his work. They contain newspaper clippings, speeches, general conference talks, genealogy, blessings, and certificates, and memorabilia collected by Whitney. Dated approximately 1876-1930.

Dates: approximately 1876-1930

Orson F. Whitney magazine and newspaper clippings, date of production not identified

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 29
Identifier: MSS 15 Series 2 Sub-Series 6
Scope and Contents

Materials include clippings from newspapers, poetry magazines, and reviews of poetry probably collected by Whitney. Date of production not identified.

Dates: date of production not identified