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Emma B. Sorenson papers, 1911-1946
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Sorenson, Emma B., 1880-1973
- Title
- Emma B. Sorenson papers
- Dates
- 1911-1946 (inclusive)19111946
- Quantity
- 5.25 Linear Feet, (3 Boxes)
- Collection Number
- ACCN 3125
- Summary
- The Emma B. Sorenson papers (1911-1946) contain sketches, short stories, and sewing materials related to Sorenson's life as a teacher and seamstress.
- Repository
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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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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
Biographical NoteReturn to Top
Emma Theresa Baker (1880-1973) was born in Cache County, Utah. She attended BYU and USU, and worked as a teacher for many years. She was involved with the LDS Church and her community, teaching choir and participating in local politics. She married Frederick Jacob Sorensen in 1907, and together they had one son before Frederick's death in 1909. Emma Baker Sorenson died in August 1973 at the age of 92 and was buried in Mendon, Utah.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The Emma B. Sorenson papers (1911-1946) contain sketches, short stories, and sewing materials related to Sorenson's life as a teacher and seamstress.
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
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
| Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Box | Folder | ||
| 1 | 1 | The Logan Republican article on Sorenson's run for County Recorder | 1916 |
| 1 | 2-3 | Poems and short stories | |
| 1 | 4 | Sister's Best Feller poem | |
| 1 | 5 | It Wasn't a Success short story | |
| 1 | 6 | Lists of readings and stories | |
| 1 | 7 | Landscape sketches | |
| 1 | 8 | Costume sketches and mockups | 1921, 1924 |
| 1 | 9 | Clothing sketches | |
| 1 | 10 | Silhouette model drawing | |
| 1 | 11 | Hair style cutout collage | |
| 1 | 12 | The History of Men's Raiment | 1912 |
| 1 | 13 | Infant clothing catalogues | |
| 1 | 14 | Writing on hats and dresses | |
| 1 | 15 | Salt Lake theater flyer and notes | |
| 1 | 16 | Lesson notes and envelope | 1911 |
| 1 | 17 | Notes | 1912 |
| 2 | Scrapbooks and sewing manuals | 1942-1946 | |
| 3 | Sewing pieces and fabric samples |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Sewing
Personal Names
- Sorenson, Emma B., 1880-1973--Archives
