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Ann Mousley Cannon papers, 1886-1990
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Cannon, Ann M. (Ann Mousley), 1869-1948
- Title
- Ann Mousley Cannon papers
- Dates
- 1886-1990 (inclusive)18861990
- Quantity
- 0.5 linear feet, (1 box)
- Collection Number
- MS 0565
- Summary
- The Ann Mousley Cannon papers (1886-1990) contain both personal papers and information from the Omega Kappa Society, of which Mousley (1869-1948) was a member. Included are writings, correspondence, invitations, poetry, programs, and minutes.
- 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
Historical NoteReturn to Top
Ann Mousley Cannon (1869-1948) was the child of polygamists Angus Munn Cannon and his first wife, Sarah Maria Mousley Cannon. She helped to found the Art Barn and the University of Utah Emeritus Club. As a member of the LDS Church, she was actively involved in the Young Women's Mutual Improvement Association from 1892 to 1910, and was also editor of the Young Woman's Journal.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The Ann Mousley Cannon papers (1886-1990) contain both personal papers and information from the Omega Kappa Society, of which Mousley (1869-1948) was a member. Included are writings, correspondence, invitations, poetry, programs, and minutes.
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
Acquisition Information
Gift of Leonora Stewart Snow in 1990.
Processing Note
Processed by Julie Reiser in 1990.
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Separated Materials
See also the Ann Mousley Cannon photograph collection (P0293) in the Multimedia Division of Special Collections.
Related Materials
Forms part of the Aileen H. Clyde 20th Century Women's Legacy Archives.
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
| Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Box | Folder | ||
| 1 | 1 | Personal Material, Obituary
Obituary of Leonora (Nora) Snow who donated the papers of her aunt, Ann M. Cannon.
|
1990 |
| 1 | 2 | Correspondence, Ida R. Mitchell
Personal correspondence between Mitchell and Cannon.
|
1903 |
| 1 | 3 | "Twenty Years Hence"
Three pages of what appears to be a story written in a notebook entitled, "Echoes of the Past."
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| 1 | 4 | Invitations | 1912 |
| 1 | 5 | Rudyard Kipling, "Mandalay"
Published poetry series.
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| 1 | 6 | Marriage Proposals/Love Letters
Well-written and witty letters, both to and from Miss Cannon.
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1901-1906 |
| 1 | 7 | News Clippings | |
| 1 | 8 | Omega Kappa Society, Correspondence, David W. Carman | 1917 |
| 1 | 9 | Omega Kappa Society, Correspondence, R. H. McKraig | 1905 |
| 1 | 10 | Omega Kappa Society, Correspondence, Emma M. Williams Palmer | 1900 |
| 1 | 11 | Omega Kappa Society, Editorial
Rough draft of an editorial written about the society.
|
1988 |
| 1 | 12 | Omega Kappa Society, Invitations | 1903-1906 |
| 1 | 13 | Omega Kappa Society, Literary Society Minutes of Formation | 1886 |
| 1 | 14 | Omega Kappa Society, Poetry and Sketches
Poetry and slips of sketches by, about and from members of the Omega Kappa society. The poetry often takes on a highly religious flavor, although much of it is light in nature. Some written by Cannon.
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| 1 | 15 | Omega Kappa Society, Reunion Programs | 1888-1907 |
| 1 | 16 | Omega Kappa Society, Toast Speeches
Rough drafts of speeches and formal "toasts" given by Cannon and others.
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Latter Day Saint women--Social life and customs--20th century--Archives
- Polygamy--Religious aspects--Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints--19th century
- Polygamy--Utah
- Women--Utah--Societies and clubs
Personal Names
- Cannon, Ann M. (Ann Mousley), 1869-1948--Archives
Corporate Names
- Omega Kappa Society (Salt Lake City, Utah)--Archives
Form or Genre Terms
- Business correspondence
- Clippings (Books, newspapers, etc.)
- Love letters
- Minutes (Records)
- Obituaries
- Personal correspondence
- Poetry
- Programs (Publications)
- Speeches
Finding aid created by Julie Reiser.
1990 (last modified: 2019)
