Joseph C. Walker papers, 1864-1907.

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Joseph C. Walker papers, 1864-1907.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/122621938

Collection includes histories, travelogues, correspondence, accounts of early settlers, a genealogical review and other genealogical information, and a chapter from Walker's memoirs. Tells of his travels, 1863-1865, family history and genealogy, Mountain Meadows Massacre, anti-Mormon sentiment in various localities, conditions in Iowa and Montana, an encounter with Reorganized Latter Day Saint Church members, origin of Montana place names, story of T.C. Everts' rescue during the Washburne-Doane Expedition, history of Mormons in early Utah and correspondence about Montana recollections. Journal 1864-1866.

2 boxes (1 linear ft.)

Harold B. Lee Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 6792922

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