Thomas Leiper Kane papers, 1846-1883.

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Thomas Leiper Kane papers, 1846-1883.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/122387534

Papers cover primarily Kane's two trips west, in 1846-1847 and in 1858. The collection contains letters, diaries, agreements, clippings, notes for articles and lectures, drafts, sketches, and diagrams. Predominant subject matter is the Mormons, their history, migrations, persecution, and characteristics. Descriptions of travel across the Isthmus of Panama and between San Bernadino, Calif. and Salt Lake City, Utah are also found in the collection.

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Stanford University. Department of Special Collections and University Archives

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SNAC Resource ID: 6698383

Stanford University. Department of Special Collections and University Archives

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