John W. Anthon affidavit, 1858

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Anthon, John W.
Title
John W. Anthon affidavit
Dates
1858
Quantity
0.25 linear feet, (1 folder)
Collection Number
MS 0379
Summary
The John W. Anthon affidavit (1858) was sworn before D. R. Eckels, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Utah Territory, alleging an assault by an Army wagonmaster upon Anthon. The affadavit bears Eckels' signature.
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

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Languages
English

Historical NoteReturn to Top

D. R. Eckels was active in attempts to prosecute Mormons for polygamy.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The John W. Anthon affidavit (1858) was sworn before D. R. Eckels, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Utah Territory, alleging an assault by an Army wagonmaster upon Anthon. The affadavit bears Eckels' signature.

Use of the CollectionReturn to Top

Restrictions on Use

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Preferred Citation

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

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Acquisition Information

Gift of Randy Wilson in 1983.

Processing Note

Processed by Nancy V. Young in 1984.

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Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Container(s) Description
Box
1 Affidavit

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Utah Expedition, 1857-1858--History--Sources

Geographical Names

  • Utah--History--Sources

Form or Genre Terms

  • Affidavits