Frank Fuller was born in 1827 in Boston, Massachusetts. He was trained and then practiced as a dentist and physician in his home state. He moved to New Hampshire to work as a reporter and typesetter. There he became active in politics which led to his appointment as secretary of Utah Territory. In addition to being secretary and then governor of Utah Territory, he was also a lawyer, author, railroad man, military organizer, and businessman. Frank Fuller died in 1915.
The Frank Fuller papers (1863-1911) consist of certificates, a telegram, a letter from Daniel Hammer Wells, and news articles all pertaining to Frank Fuller (1827-1915), a secretary and acting governor of Utah Territory.
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The a letter from Daniel Hammer Wells has been placed in Reserve. Box 1, folder 1 contains a photocopied version for access purposes. Access to the original must be given by the Manuscripts Curator and by appointment. An archivist must remain with the item if being used.
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Folder 1 contains contains a letter (1872) of Fuller's selection as a delegate, a copied telegram from Fuller to "Mrs. Williamson," and a document (1863) appointing Fuller as a practicing lawyer for the territory of Utah. Included in the folder is a photocopied version of a letter (1863) from Daniel H. Wells to Fuller. The original item has been removed and placed in Reserve. Access must be given by the Manuscripts Curator and by appointment. An archivist must remain with the item if being used.
Folder 2 contains news clippings regarding the activities of Fuller.