Autobiography and diaries, 1851-1858, 1881-1882.

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Autobiography and diaries, 1851-1858, 1881-1882.

2 holograph volumes in 3 parts with accompanying carbon and ribbon copy typescripts; typescript and draft of typescript of 1881-1882 diary. Describes his early life in England, missionary work for the Mormon Church in England, his immigration to Utah and accounts of ship passage, overland travel to Salt Lake City, Utah and settlement and life in Sanpete County, Utah. The 1881-82 diary deals with a mission to England. Also includes patriarchal blessings.

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