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A Brief History Of Piute County And Its Educational Development, Wilford Meeks Halladay
A Brief History Of Piute County And Its Educational Development, Wilford Meeks Halladay
Theses and Dissertations
The purpose of the study was to secure the history while some of the pioneers who made it were still alive, and to help future generations appreciate more fully what has been done; to preserve the history of the educational development, and to compile it In one volume so that it will be more readily obtainable.
The problem was to trace the early history of Piute County along with the early settlement, growth and development of each town and the development of the educational aspects within each community and the county in general.
Economic History Of Provo, Utah, 1849-1900, Odell Eugene Scott
Economic History Of Provo, Utah, 1849-1900, Odell Eugene Scott
Theses and Dissertations
The writer's purpose in writing this dissertation was to shed some light on a field of Provo and Utah history not generally illuminated. Several works similar to this will be necessary when a definitive history of Provo or the state is written.
Karl G. Maeser: Mormon Educator, Alma P. Burton
Karl G. Maeser: Mormon Educator, Alma P. Burton
Theses and Dissertations
The name of Karl G. Maeser will long be remembered among the people of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints because of his influence on the present system of education within the church. His ability as a teacher of all ages and his gift for organization were the two characteristics which contributed to his success as an educator. He was a humble man, he devoted his life to this calling.
Mormon Settlement Of Snake River Fork Country, 1883-1893, Norman Earl Ricks
Mormon Settlement Of Snake River Fork Country, 1883-1893, Norman Earl Ricks
Theses and Dissertations
The most interesting and important place in the world is where a man lives. His home becomes the finest place on earth regardless of its merits in relation to other habitats. After years of residence the history of the country takes on reality and significance and a long acquaintance reveals elements of romance and adventure that enhance ones love of his surroundings. This is one of the reasons for this thesis topic. During a young impressionable life the stories of Indians, trappers, pioneers, rustlers and polygamist, have been constantly a part of the environment of the author. Long trips in …
The History And Development Of Franklin, Idaho During The Period 1860-1900, James Ira Young
The History And Development Of Franklin, Idaho During The Period 1860-1900, James Ira Young
Theses and Dissertations
This study of Franklin, Idaho has been gratifying in that the author has partially satisfied his curiosity as to the background of the Mormon settlers of the community. Probably there will never be a complete and decisive study made of this community; although, the author has attempted to present an accurate and satisfactory history of Franklin.
Purpose. The purpose in writing the history of Franklin is to present a more adequate and satisfactory knowledge of the community. The study has been divided into six major parts.
A Historical Study Of The Exploration Of Utah Valley And The Story Of Fort Utah, Ray C. Colton
A Historical Study Of The Exploration Of Utah Valley And The Story Of Fort Utah, Ray C. Colton
Theses and Dissertations
The exploration of Utah Valley and the history of Fort Utah is the story of the conquest and colonization of the American frontier. Discovered in the days of Western expansion, the Valley was identified with the principal factors in the development of the Intermountain West. It heard the chant of the gray robed Franciscan priests, became a favorite haunt of the trail blazing fur trapper and trader, was the site of the ancient rendezvous of the Indian, saw the gold seekers trudge wearily on to California, and with the founding of Fort Utah served as the springboard of Southern Utah …
The Status Of Woman In The Philosophy Of Mormonism From 1830 To 1845, Ileen Ann Waspe Lecheminant
The Status Of Woman In The Philosophy Of Mormonism From 1830 To 1845, Ileen Ann Waspe Lecheminant
Theses and Dissertations
This work is presented for the purpose of contributing to a more accurate understanding of woman's place in the philosophy of Mormonism, and as a basis for further study on this problem.
The writer has not attempted to prove any particular hypothesis regarding Mormon women but has presented data which give an historical account of woman's status in the Church and among Mormon people during the first fifteen years of the organization of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
The writer does not claim to have made any particularly new discoveries regarding Mormon women but rather to have …
A Study Of Fifty-Seven Returned Missionaries Of The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints In Idaho Stake Of Bannock County, Idaho, 1935-36, Reed G. Probst
A Study Of Fifty-Seven Returned Missionaries Of The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints In Idaho Stake Of Bannock County, Idaho, 1935-36, Reed G. Probst
Theses and Dissertations
One may well wonder how these missionaries adjust themselves again to their daily routine of life. What is the religious, economic, and educational status of these returned missionaries? The purpose, therefore, of this study is to discover facts which might show the present religious, economic, and educational status of fity-seven returned missionaries of Idaho Stake in Bannock County, Idaho.
Associated with these aspects under study are certain beliefs and practices to which the present reaction of the missionary is reported. Because of the very nature of the questions asked, the writer discovered the inability of the respondent in some cases …
An Historic Account Of Music Criticism And Music Critics In Utah, Basil Hansen
An Historic Account Of Music Criticism And Music Critics In Utah, Basil Hansen
Theses and Dissertations
My purpose in making a study of music criticism in Utah is to realize a reliable historical account of criticism as expressed by means of journals and the growth of music within the state. This study, it is granted, is not a complete history of music in Utah. It merely treats one phase of a yet unwritten history.
A secondary interest is to defend the assertion that Utah has had music criticism and not to eulogize or deride the music pioneers of the state. It may also impress the need of constructive criticism to insure the stimulus and incentive necessary …
A Study Of The Religious Attitudes And Concepts Of The People Of Escalante, Utah, From 1876 To 1930, Elwood Byron Allred
A Study Of The Religious Attitudes And Concepts Of The People Of Escalante, Utah, From 1876 To 1930, Elwood Byron Allred
Theses and Dissertations
The problem of this study is to determine the religious attitudes of the people of Escalante, Utah, according to age groups, with an idea of determining whether the opinions which are held by the people are different for various age groups and to determine if possible, the causes for this difference, if there be any.