Orson F. Whitney collection 1871-1931

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Orson F. Whitney collection 1871-1931

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This collection contains correspondence (1881-1931), literary manuscripts, newspaper clippings, memorabilia, patriarchal blessings, lectures, and writings of family members. The literary manuscripts include examples of Whitney's speeches and writings. The correspondence and newspaper clippings relate largely to the publication and to the reviews of many of his writings.

3 boxes; (1.5 linear ft.)

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L. Tom Perry Special Collections

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SNAC Resource ID: 6340705

L. Tom Perry Special Collections

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Whitney, Horace G.

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Nibley, Charles W. (Charles Wilson), 1849-1931

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Smith, John Henry, 1848-1911

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Penrose, Charles W. (Charles William), 1832-1925

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Whitney, Helen Mar, 1828-1896

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Whitney, Horace K. (Horace Kimball), 1823-1884

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Widtsoe, John Andreas, 1872-1952

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Nelson, Nels L. (Nels Lars), 1862-1946

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Crooker, Reverend J. H.

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Smith, Nicholas G. (Nicholas Groesbeck), 1881-1945.

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Stayner, Arthur

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Moody, C. A.

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Young, B. S.

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McClellan, J. J.

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