William Clayton papers 1840-1953

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William Clayton papers 1840-1953

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The William Clayton papers consist of copies of Clayton's 1840-1842 journal and his 1852-1853 diary. Clayton was prominent in the Mormom movement. He was summoned to Joseph Smith's office to assist Willard Richards and subsequently became clerk to Joseph Smith. Later, he followed Brigham Young to the Great Salt Lake Valley and served missions for the his church.

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J. Willard Marriott Library. University of Utah Manuscripts Division

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Clayton, William, 1814-1879

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Kenney is a Mormon author and historian. From the guide to the Scott G. Kenney research materials, 1820-1984, (L. Tom Perry Special Collections) William Clayton (1814-1879), Notary Public of Great Salt Lake County, Auditor of Public Accounts, Territorial Recorder of Marks and Brands. From the description of Letter press copy book, 1860-1869. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 702126684 Mormon Church leader, hymnist, and private secretary to Joseph Smith, Jr....