The history of William Adams, written by himself, 1894, January.

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The history of William Adams, written by himself, 1894, January.

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The autobiography traces Adams' youth in Ireland, his conversion to Mormonism, persecution against Mormons in Ireland, his departure from Liverpool and arrival in New Orleans (where he traveled on the steam boat "The Maid of Iowa," which he said was owned by Joseph Smith), persecutions against the Mormons in Illinois, a description of life of among the Mormons in Nauvoo, the construction of the Nauvoo Temple, the death of Joseph Smith, the Adams' overland journey to Utah, his missions in Iron County (Utah) and Pennsylvania, the Utah War, his separation from his first wife over his polygamous marriages, and daily life in Utah.

1 bound typescript : 42 p.

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Adams, William, 1822-1901

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Emigrated from England in 1844, crossed plains in 1849. From the description of History of William Adams. (Utah Historical Society). WorldCat record id: 86172035 William Adams was a Mormon pioneer who was part of the original Iron County settlement mission in 1850. His descendents became community leaders in Iron County, Utah. From the description of Adams family papers, 1894-1970. (University of Utah). WorldCat record id: 51013583 William Adams was born...