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Saint George (Utah) -- History

 Subject
Subject Source: Lcnaf

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Ann Prior Jarvis diary and autobiography

 File — Folder 1: [Barcode: 31197230326925]
Identifier: MSS SC 2697
Scope and Contents

Typewritten copy of a handwritten autobiography and diary. The autobiography was written in 1884 and tells of Jarvis' early life in England, her migration to Utah, and her move to St. George. Jarvis' diary covers the years 1884 to 1898. There are many gaps. She writes about the weather and her daily activities. Also included are patriarchal blessings of family members dating from 1875 to 1881. Most of them were given by William G. Perkins.

Dates: 1875-1898
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections / Ann Prior Jarvis diary and autobiography

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