Henry G. Boyle autobiography and diary [typescripts], 1832-1888

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Boyle, Henry G.
Title
Henry G. Boyle autobiography and diary [typescripts]
Dates
1832-1888 (inclusive)
Quantity
0.25 linear feet, (13 folders)
Collection Number
ACCN 0384
Summary
The Henry G. Boyle autobiography and diary consists of a typescript copy. First volume covers 1832-1855; the second covers 1855-1858; the third covers 1868-1888. Covers early life in Virginia, joining the LDS church, his trip to Nauvoo, service in the Mormon Battalion and events on the march, and the settlement of San Bernardino. Includes detailed records of proselyting missions to Virginia and other Southern states, and of his later life and activities in Utah. Also includes genealogies of the Boyle family.
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

Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this Collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.

Languages
English

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The Henry G. Boyle autobiography and diary consists of a typescript copy. First volume covers 1832-1855; the second covers 1855-1858; the third covers 1868-1888. Covers early life in Virginia, joining the LDS church, his trip to Nauvoo, service in the Mormon Battalion and events on the march, and the settlement of San Bernardino. Includes detailed records of proselyting missions to Virginia and other Southern states, and of his later life and activities in Utah. Also includes genealogies of the Boyle family.

Copied at Brigham Young University Library, Provo, Utah.

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

Location of Originals

Originals located at Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah.

Acquisition Information

Gift of George S. Tanner.

Processing Note

Processed by Manuscripts Division staff.

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Latter Day Saint churches--Mission--Southern States
  • Latter Day Saint churches--Missions--Southwest, Old
  • Latter Day Saints--Diaries
  • Latter Day Saints--Missionary activities--Southern States
  • Latter Day Saints--Missionary activities--Southwest, Old

Personal Names

  • Boyle, Henry G.--Diaries

Corporate Names

  • United States. Army. Mormon Battalion

Family Names

  • Boyle family

Geographical Names

  • San Bernardino (Calif.)
  • Utah--Genealogy

Form or Genre Terms

  • Autobiographies
  • Diaries
  • Genealogies (histories)