Robert Wilson scrapbook
Scope and Contents note
One scrapbook assembled by Robert Wilson which includes various unrelated newspaper clippings as well as 28 pages of handwritten material entitled Mormonism--Notes. The notes on Mormonism appear to be a condensation and updating of John C. Bennett's History of the Saints, published in 1843. Differences include replacing the name Joseph Smith with Brigham Young in some places. Wilson also adds his own commentaries on fanaticism and what he sees are parallels between Mormonism and other faiths.
Dates
- 1868-1869
Creator
- Wilson, Robert (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 Robert Wilson scrapbook must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services and/or the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Board of Curators.
Biographical History
Robert Wilson was a journalist and author.
The inscription on the flyleaf of the scrapbook reads, Robert Wilson, born 1842. Commenced writing 1859; enlisted in Navy 1852; in the army 1861. A book of my own making, written by sunlight, gas light, and oil light; printed by many papers, at many prices to the author; praised, condemned, and sneered at; the poetry selected with two exceptions, and the entirety to my own liking. Have worked on the following; Chicago Journal, Detroit Post, Grand Rapids Eagle, Grand Rapids Democrat, Omaha Herald.
Extent
1 folder (0.1 linear ft.)
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
One scrapbook of newspaper clippings and notes, compiled by Robert Wilson from 1868-1869.
Custodial History note
Donated by John H. Jenkins in 1987.
Immediate Source of Acquisition note
Donated; John H. Jenkins; 1987.
Appraisal note
LDS cultural, social and religious history (Collection development policy of 19th Century Western and Mormon Manuscripts).
Processing Information note
Processed; Meghan Mathews; 7 June 2007.
- Title
- Register of Robert Wilson scrapbook
- Status
- Completed
- Author
- Meghan Mathews and Karen Glenn, student processors and John Murphy, curator
- Date
- 2009
- 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