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George Dollinger Pyper papers, 1834-1975
Repository: University of Utah Libraries, Special Collections
Abstract: The George Dollinger Pyper papers (1834-1975) consist primarily of correspondence, scrapbooks, diaries, news clippings, programs, contracts, scripts, broadsides, and scores documenting George Dollinger Pyper's career as manager of the Salt Lake Theatre. Pyper served as manager of the Salt Lake Theatre from 1898 to 1929. He also served as general superintendent of the Deseret Sunday School Union and as a member of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Some of the materials have been digitized and are available online.
David Oman McKay papers, 1897-1983
Repository: University of Utah Libraries, Special Collections
Abstract: The David Oman McKay papers (1897-1983) contain correspondence, diaries, notebooks, scrapbooks, speeches, and sermons relating to the personal and ecclesiastical life of David O. McKay (1873-1970), ninth president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church/Mormon Church). The collection is divided into four sections and also contains materials relating to members of McKay's family, including his wife, Emma Ray; his daughter, Lou Jean; and his son, David Lawrence (David L.). These materials include letters, receipts, notebooks, and travel memorabilia.
Rosezella Dalton Hardy papers, 1912-1983
Repository: University of Utah Libraries, Special Collections
Abstract: The Rosezella Dalton Hardy papers (1912-1983) consists of diaries which Hardy kept throughout her life, along with notebooks, news clippings, and miscellaneous documents. Rosezella Dalton Hardy was born in Roy, Utah, attended the Smithsonian Business College in Ogden, and served a mission to the Eastern States for the LDS Church from 1919 to 1923.
First Congregational Church records, 1953-2010
Repository: University of Utah Libraries, Special Collections
Abstract: The First Congregational Church records (1953-2010) contain annual reports, a history of the church, copies of sermons, member directories, and Congregational Clarion , a church newsletter. The First Congregational Church, which was established in Salt Lake City in 1865, is a spiritual descendant of the "pilgrims" or "puritans" who migrated to America in the seventeenth century. A distinctive and central value of congregational churches is the autonomy of the local congregation. They also have a heritage of liberal theology, social activism, and ecumenism.
Provo Community Congregational Church records, 1883-1986
Repository: University of Utah Libraries, Special Collections
Abstract: The Provo Community Congregational Church records (1883-1986) consist of the records of various church-sponsored organizations, board and committee materials, Sunday bulletins, minutes, financial records, correspondence, histories, and miscellaneous papers. The Provo Community Congregational Church was one of the earliest churches organized in the state of Utah.
Winfred S. Gilbert Speeches, 1900-1948
Repository: Eastern Washington State Historical Society (Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture)
Abstract: Lawyer and civic leader, of Spokane, Wash. Speeches on a variety of topics for patriotic, political, religious, and commemorative occasions. Includes sermons and radio talks in support of political candidates.
Jonas D. Stead papers, 1837-1935
Repository: University of Utah Libraries, Special Collections
Abstract: The Jonas D. Stead papers (1837-1935) consist of typewritten commentaries on a variety of religious subjects, including sermon extracts, patriarchal blessings, L.D.S. Church historical materials, Biblical passages, and Book of Mormon information.
Journal history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints [microform], 1830-1972
Repository: University of Utah Libraries, Special Collections
Abstract: The journal history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (1830-1972) contains diaries, letters, newspapers, and sermons on 304 reels of microfilm. The Church Historian's Office compiled a 1200-volume chronological scrapbook using diaries, letters, newspapers, sermons, and other materials.
Seattle First Baptist Church records, 1869-2022
Repository: University of Washington Libraries, Special Collections
Abstract: Organizational records documenting the history and outreach services of the second oldest church in Seattle, Washington
Reverend France A. Davis papers, 1915-2020
Repository: University of Utah Libraries, Special Collections
Abstract: The Reverend France A. Davis papers (1915-2020) consist primarily of sermons delivered by Reverend Davis at the Calvary Missionary Baptist Church in Salt Lake City, Utah. Reverend Davis is a pastor emeritus and civil rights activist.
