Joseph H. McGee diary, 1887

Overview of the Collection

Creator
McGee, Joseph H. (Joseph Hedger), 1821-1905
Title
Joseph H. McGee diary
Dates
1887
Quantity
0.25 linear feet, (1 folder)
Collection Number
ACCN 2403
Summary
The Joseph H. McGee diary (1887) speaks of his family moving to Missouri in 1837, and of several experiences with Joseph Smith and the members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Repository
University of Utah Libraries, Special Collections
Special Collections, J. Willard Marriott Library
University of Utah
295 South 1500 East
Salt Lake City, UT
84112-0860

Telephone: 8015818863
special@library.utah.edu
Access Restrictions

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Languages
English

Historical NoteReturn to Top

Joseph H. McGee (1821-1905) is best known for his involvement in events which became known as "The Mormon War," in Missouri in 1838.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The diary of Joseph H. McGee was used as the basis for the book The Story of the Grand River Country: Memories of Major Joseph H. McGee, 1821-1905.

Use of the CollectionReturn to Top

Restrictions on Use

The library does not claim to control copyright for all materials in the collection. An individual depicted in a reproduction has privacy rights as outlined in Title 45 CFR, part 46 (Protection of Human Subjects). For further information, please review the J. Willard Marriott Library's Use Agreement and Reproduction Request forms.

Preferred Citation

Collection Name, Collection Number, Box Number, Folder Number. Special Collections, J. Willard Marriott Library, The University of Utah.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Processing Note

Processed by Elizabeth Rogers in 2008.

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Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Container(s) Description Dates
Box Folder
1 1 Diary 1887

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Latter Day Saints--Missouri

Personal Names

  • McGee, Joseph H. (Joseph Hedger), 1821-1905

Geographical Names

  • Daviess County (Mo.)--History
  • Gallatin Range (Mont.)--History

Form or Genre Terms

  • Diaries