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Brunson family papers

 File — Folder: 1
Identifier: MSS SC 2018

Scope and Contents

Photocopies of correspondence, a diary, newspaper clippings, certificates, and miscellaneous items. The diary was kept between December 1941 and March 1942 and relates Brunson's feelings and observations at the beginning of the United States' involvement in World War II. The correspondence includes items by Peter's father, Lewis Brunson (1831-1888), and by Mormon Church leaders. The clippings relate to the activities of Brunson family members.

Dates

  • 1870-1960

Creator

Language of Materials

Materials are in English.

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 Brunson family papers must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services and/or the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Board of Curators.

Biographical History

Mormon farmer, stone carver, school trustee, and local politician. Brunson lived in Marion and Fillmore, Utah and served as bishop in Fillmore for the Mormon Church.

Extent

1 folder

Custodial History

Donated by Helen Mae Andrus in 1982.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Donated; Helen Mae Andrus; 1982.

Appraisal

Utah and the American West and LDS cultural, social, and religious history (20th century Western and Mormon Manuscripts collection development policy, 5.VII, 2007).

Title
Register of Brunson family papers
Status
In Progress
Author
Elisa Visick
Date
2010 September 20
Description rules
Appm
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

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