Carl J. Christensen papers, 1951-1976
Table of Contents
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Christensen, Carl J. (Carl Joseph), 1901-
- Title
- Carl J. Christensen papers
- Dates
- 1951-1976 (inclusive)19511976
- Quantity
- 0.5 linear feet, (1 box)
- Collection Number
- MS 0553
- Summary
- The Carl J. Christensen papers (1851-1976) consist mainly of writings by Christensen and others on crystals and ideas of Native Americans in LDS Church history. Carl J. Christensen (b. 1901) was a chemistry professor and engineer and member of the LDS Church.
- 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 Note
Carl Joseph Christensen (b. 1901) was born in Provo, Utah, and graduated with his B.S. from Brigham Young University, his M.S. from the University of Wisconsin, and his Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley. He worked at Bell Telephone Labs during the 1930s-1940s and became dean and a professor at the University of Utah from the 1940s-1960s. He also served in various LDS Church bishoprics during the 1930s-1960s.
Content Description
The Carl J. Christensen papers (1851-1976) consist mainly of writings by Christensen and others on crystals and ideas of Native Americans in LDS Church history. A biographical record and proposal to the National Science Foundation are also included.
Use of the Collection
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 Information
Return to TopDetailed Description of the Collection
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Description: Brigham Young University Alumni Biographical Record and VitaDates: 1972; 1976Container: Box 1, Folder 1
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Description: Proposal to the National Science Foundation for Science Development Program Grant to the University of UtahDates: 1965Container: Box 1, Folder 2
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Description: "Effect of Temperature and Additives on Creep Properties and Recrystallization of Aluminum Oxide" by Harold P. Cahoon and Carl J. ChristensenDates: 1955Container: Box 1, Folder 3
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Description: "Sanpete Oolitic Limestone as a Building Material" by Carl J. ChristensenDates: 1967Container: Box 1, Folder 4
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Description: "The Sintering of Alumina" by C. J. Christensen, E. P. Hyatt, and H. P. CahoonContainer: Box 1, Folder 5
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Description: "Some Factors in the Growth of Crystals" by Dan McLachlan, Jr., Allan Carlson, Carl J. Christensen, and Alan KingDates: 1951Container: Box 1, Folder 6
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Description: "Mormons from Scandinavia, 1850-1900: A Shepherded Migration" by William Mulder; "The Restored Church and the American Indian" compiled by Carl J. Christensen and Henry EyringDates: 1954Container: Box 1, Folder 7
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Description: Editorial PrefaceContainer: Box 1, Folder 8
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Description: "The Pre-Utah Period" by William R. PalmerContainer: Box 1, Folder 9
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Description: "The Utah Period" by William R. PalmerContainer: Box 1, Folder 10
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Description: "New Hope for the Cultural and Spiritual Rehabilitation of Lehi's Seed" by Gustive O. LarsonContainer: Box 1, Folder 11
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Description: "Walkara's Half Century" by Robert F. WilliamContainer: Box 1, Folder 12
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Church work with Indians--Latter Day Saint churches
- Crystals
- Indians of North America--Missions
Personal Names
- Wakara, Ute Chief, 1808?-1855
Form or Genre Terms
- Drafts (documents)
- Reports
