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Frank Y. Taylor papers

 File — Folder: 1
Identifier: MSS SC 842

Scope and Contents

This collection consists of an autobiographical sketch by Taylor, a photoduplicated copy of the "Book of Remembrance" for the "Granite Stake of Zion," and photocopies of Taylor's newspaper obituary. The personal history is short and outlines the author's life from birth to the year 1905. It includes the blessing given to him as a baby and several patriarchal blessings he received.

Dates

  • 1905-1976

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

Biographical Sketch

Taylor was a businessman, civil engineer, and assistant architect of the Manti Temple. He also served for the Mormon Church on the General Board of the Y.M.M.I.A. (1899-1912) and as Stake President of the Granite Stake (1900-1928).

Extent

1 v. (37 p.)(0.10 linear ft.)

Language of Materials

English

Custodial History

Donated by Mrs. Bessie Taylor in 1976.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Donated; Mrs. Bessie Taylor; 1976.

Appraisal

19th Century Western and Mormon Manuscripts.

Title
Register of Frank Y. Taylor papers
Status
Completed
Author
Benjamin Sipes
Date
2010 July 21
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