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John J. Buckmiller Ricks College fraternity certificate

 File — Folder: 1
Identifier: MSS SC 2193
Scope and Contents

Handwritten and printed certificate. The item confirms that John J. Buckmiller was a member of the fraternity at Ricks College in Rexburg, Idaho. The item is signed by John A. Widtsoe (1872-1952), Mormon author and educator.

Dates: 1952

John Christopher Cutler letter

 File — Folder: 1
Identifier: MSS SC 2696
Scope and Contents

Handwritten and signed letter dated 5 Sept. 1918 and addressed to John A. Widtsoe. Cutler writes concerning his nephew, Milton Cutler. Milton wanted to attend military training at the University of Utah and John requests information on how he may apply.

Dates: 1918 September 5

Albert W. Daw papers

 File — Folder: 1
Identifier: UA 166
Scope and Contents

Contains typewritten chapter summaries of The Principles of irrigation practice by John A. Widtsoe. New York: MacMillan, 1914.

Dates: 1915

Harvey Fletcher correspondence relating to the naming of the Eyring Science Center

 File — Folder: 1
Identifier: UA 504
Scope and Contents

Includes guest lists, invitiations, program, and correspondence concerning the naming of the Science Center, lecture halls, and laboratories. Also includes correspondence from the family organizations representing Frederick Buss, Franklin West, Carl Eyring, John Widtsoe, Orson Pratt, Wayne B. Hales, and Charles E. Maw.

Dates: 1954

In search of truth : comments on the gospel and modern thought

 File — Folder: 1
Identifier: MSS 296
Scope and Contents

Typewritten and signed book draft. This item was a working copy used by the author. The manuscript was published by Deseret Book in 1930. Widtsoe attempts to reconcile scientific methodologies and various scientific findings with Mormon theology.

Dates: 1930

Oral history interview with Leah D. Widtsoe

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA OH 10
Scope and Contents

Interview by Hollis Scott with Widtsoe, teacher and author, concerning her reminiscences about her parents, her grandfather Brigham Young; and her husband, John A. Widtsoe. Also recalls her experiences as a student, faculty member, and matron at BYA, 1896-1898; 1905-1907. Gives her views on nutrition and the Word of Wisdom.

Dates: 1965

Oral history interview with Russel B. Swensen

 Item — Folder: 1
Identifier: MSS 6858
Abstract

Oral history interview with Russel Swensen conducted by Dale C. LeCheminant on 24 June 1976 in Provo, Utah.

Dates: 1976 June 24

Report of semi-centennial celebration of the founding of Brigham Young University

 Item — Folder: 1
Identifier: UA 894
Scope and Contents Record of events held as part of the semicentennial celebration, compiled by A. Rex Johnson and Melvin C. Miller. Includes transcripts of talks. Also includes a photograph showing people and parade floats in front of the Maeser Building. Speakers included George H. Brimhall, Willard Young, Adam S. Bennion, David J. Wilson, Herbert E. Bolton, Heber J. Grant, Franklin S. Harris, E. G. Peterson, John A. Widtsoe, Richard R. Lyman, and others. Includes a report on the dedication of the Heber...
Dates: 1925

Preston D. Richards papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 1993
Abstract

The collection consists of papers regarding the life of Preston D. Richards. The collection has correspondence, newspaper clippings, certificates, photographs and other papers. It specifically deals with his life in terms of his business, church, and personal relations. The collection dates 1894-1970.

Dates: 1894-1970

G. Oscar Russell correspondence

 File — Folder: 1
Identifier: MSS 6946
Abstract

Collection contains two letters written by G. Oscar Russell. The first letter was written to James L. Barker; the second letter was written to John A. Widtsoe. The letters date from 1945.

Dates: 1945

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Card, Zina Presendia Young Williams, 1850-1931 1
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Clark, J. Reuben, Jr., 1871-1961 1
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Miller, Melvin C. (Melvin Charles), 1906- 1
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Smith, Joseph F. (Joseph Fielding), 1838-1918 1
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Snow, Wm. J. (William James), 1869-1947 1
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Thomas, George, 1866-1951 1
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West, Franklin L. (Franklin Lorenzo Richards), 1885-1966 1
Widtsoe, Leah D. (Leah Dunford), 1874-1965 1
Wilson, David J., 1887- 1
Wilson, David Jay, 1887-1976 1
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Young, Willard, 1852-1936 1
Young, Willard, 1852-1939 1
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