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Albert D. J. Cashier And The Ninety-Fifth Illinois Infantry ( 1844-1915 ), Mary Catherine Lannon
Albert D. J. Cashier And The Ninety-Fifth Illinois Infantry ( 1844-1915 ), Mary Catherine Lannon
Theses and Dissertations
An historical account of a person who fought in the Civil War and subsequently lived in Central Illinois. It is primarily based on official records, letters, interviews, and newspaper articles.
Religious And Secular Correlates Of The Lds Family Home Evening Program, Gordon E. Mauss
Religious And Secular Correlates Of The Lds Family Home Evening Program, Gordon E. Mauss
Theses and Dissertations
The purpose of this study was to describe and explore three phenomenon of the L.D.S. Family Home Evening Program: (1) the nature of religious commitment in an L.D.S. sample, (2) the degree of participation, (3) the relation of certain religious and secular variables.
The data for the study were made available to the researcher by A. L. Mauss, as part of a larger study designed to measure the impact of Urbanism upon Mormonism. The instrument, modeled after the Glock and Stark studies, was adapted to a random sample of 958 members of the L.D.S. Church in Utah.
The nature of …
Symphony For Chamber Orchestra, James R. Hines
Symphony For Chamber Orchestra, James R. Hines
Theses and Dissertations
A thesis submitted to the Graduate Committee in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Music.
A Study To Determine The Seminary Students' And Teachers' Understanding Of The Concept Of "Living Prophets" In Non-Credit Released Time Classes, Ray R. Louder
Theses and Dissertations
The purpose of this study was to determine how effectively seminary teachers teach the concept of "living prophets" to students in non-credit released time and early morning seminary classes.
The study was composed of a sample of 475 seminary students in non-credit released time and early morning seminary classes, and twenty seminary teachers. Each participant answered a questionnaire to test his concept of "living prophets." The responses were tabulated and presented in written and illustrative form.
The findings showed that the teachers themselves had a clear concept of the role of "living prophets" in the church, but the concept in …
A Research Of A Proposed Independent Study Method Used In The Seminary Classroom, Robert Porcaro
A Research Of A Proposed Independent Study Method Used In The Seminary Classroom, Robert Porcaro
Theses and Dissertations
The purpose of this study was to see if there would be any advantage in using the phase teaching method of independent study in the LDS seminary classroom and to measure changes in student's attitude, knowledge, and behavior toward seminary taught lessons.
Adam Samuel Bennion, Superintendent Of Lds Education - 1919-1928, Kenneth G. Bell Sr.
Adam Samuel Bennion, Superintendent Of Lds Education - 1919-1928, Kenneth G. Bell Sr.
Theses and Dissertations
The author attempts to analyze and evaluate the educational views, policies and contributions of Adam S. Bennion during his administration as Superintendent of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' Educational Program.
Part of the study is dedicated to an intensive search of historical data to determine Church educational policy and philosophy prior to his administration.
His views on many religious and educational topics, taken from his personal, unpublished manuscripts, are quoted at length.
An attempt is also made to examine his role as a policy maker and to evaluate his contribution in light of present policy and philosophy …
A Study Of The Impact Of Three Films Upon Lds College Students' Acceptance Of Certain Patterns Of Affection, William R. Cunningham
A Study Of The Impact Of Three Films Upon Lds College Students' Acceptance Of Certain Patterns Of Affection, William R. Cunningham
Theses and Dissertations
The purpose of this investigation was to try to measure the perceived effect of three films upon L. D. S. college student's attitudes toward premarital affection immediately after viewing each film and over a time interval of three to four weeks. The sample consisted of seven health classes (180 males and 195 females in total) in the Department of Health Education at the Brigham Young University. A questionnaire was devised by the investigator and used as the instrument to determine the student's perceived attitudes toward premarital affection.
The students evidenced significance change in the conservative direction only after viewing the …
The Book Of Mormon As An Instrument In Teaching The Historicity Of The New Testament Events Of Christ's Life, David R. Mangelson
The Book Of Mormon As An Instrument In Teaching The Historicity Of The New Testament Events Of Christ's Life, David R. Mangelson
Theses and Dissertations
The purpose of this study is to determine and present the Book of Mormon's contributions as a witness to the authenticity of the New Testament account of certain events of Christ's life, in order that teachers may have an effective instrument in teaching the historicity of the New Testament account of Christ's life.
This study reveals 177 passages in the Book of Mormon that refer to the life of Jesus. These passages corroborated the New Testament account of Christ's life. There are 61 Book of Mormon passages that refer to the pre-existence of Jesus Christ and His anticipated coming. There …
The Missionary Movements Of The Lds Church In New England, 1830-1850, Richard Shelton Williams
The Missionary Movements Of The Lds Church In New England, 1830-1850, Richard Shelton Williams
Theses and Dissertations
A history of the early movements of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in New England has never been written. The purpose of this study is to write that history showing the introduction, growth, and development of missionary activities of the Church in this area from 1830 to 1850.
Father's Use Of Time As Related To Father-Son Identification For A Selected Middle Class Mormon Sample, Charles F. Myler
Father's Use Of Time As Related To Father-Son Identification For A Selected Middle Class Mormon Sample, Charles F. Myler
Theses and Dissertations
This study was designed to investigate the possible relationship between the father's use of time and the identification between the father and the son. Several studies in the past have indicated that not only is identification important to the personality development of the son, but that how the father uses his time also affects the identification between the father and the son.
George Romney In 1968, From Front-Runner To Drop-Out, An Analysis Of Cause, Richard M. Eyre
George Romney In 1968, From Front-Runner To Drop-Out, An Analysis Of Cause, Richard M. Eyre
Theses and Dissertations
The meteoric political decline of George Romney is unparalleled in political history and in the history of presidential campaigning. In the space of one year, the man evolved from the overwhelming presidential favorite of Republicans, Democrats, and Independents alike to a presidential drop out, criticized severely and even mocked by press and public alike.
There are many opinions as to why this phenomenon occurred. The press has opinions, the public has opinions, and the people closest to George Romney have opinions.
A step by step analysis of Romney's campaign casts light on these opinions and completely discredits some while validating …
A Study Of Factors Which May Influence Attitudes Of Lds Teen-Agers Toward Family Home Evening, Don Leroy Miller
A Study Of Factors Which May Influence Attitudes Of Lds Teen-Agers Toward Family Home Evening, Don Leroy Miller
Theses and Dissertations
The purpose of this study was to identify factors related to attitudes of teenagers toward the Family Home Evening Program of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Hypotheses involving the relationships of certain factors to attitudes toward home evening were tested.
A cluster sample of twenty-three ninth grade classes was selected and data were gathered through use of a questionnaire. Statistics used in analysis of data included the Pearsonian product moment correlation coefficient, and analysis of variance. Responses to open-end questions were content analyzed by three independent judges.
Findings suggest that perceived participation by teenagers in planning and …
A Study Of Religious Experiences As Related To Church Orthodoxy, Joel Lane Tapley
A Study Of Religious Experiences As Related To Church Orthodoxy, Joel Lane Tapley
Theses and Dissertations
In this thesis: (1) a religious experience typology was constructed and used to discover whether or not a sequential order existed of religious experiences from the least to most intimate type, (2) the relationship between religious experiences and church orthodoxy was examined, and (3) several background variables were investigated to clarify the above relationship.
It was found 276 Mormons that religious experiences develop in a sequential order from the least to the most intimate type and that a moderate relationship exists between religious experiences and church orthodoxy. The findings support the theory which states that religious experiences and the relationship …
The Utah Newspaper War Of 1968: Liquor-By-The-Drink, Raymond E. Beckham Sr.
The Utah Newspaper War Of 1968: Liquor-By-The-Drink, Raymond E. Beckham Sr.
Theses and Dissertations
A group of Utah citizens, supported by the Salt Lake Tribune, campaigned in May and June of 1968 to change Utah's liquor distribution system from a state-owned package method to one which would allow mixed drinks. Opponents of the change were supported by the Deseret News.
The two newspapers became the spokesmen for the two opposing groups. A careful analysis of them shows that of the 2,844.6 column inches of space in the Tribune, and of the 1,856.2 column inches in the News, exclusive of advertising, more than eight per cent in each newspaper supported the …
The Use Made By Lds Institute Instructors Of Statements And Messages Of The Modern Prophets In Answering Current Issues Of Importance To College Students, Gale J. Brimhall
The Use Made By Lds Institute Instructors Of Statements And Messages Of The Modern Prophets In Answering Current Issues Of Importance To College Students, Gale J. Brimhall
Theses and Dissertations
This study was designed to evaluate the L.D.S. institute instructors use of statements made by leaders of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. These leaders have instructed Church school teachers to teach what the prophets have said and not the teachers own ideas or views on doctrine.
The data from this study show the following: (1) Approximately twenty per cent of instructor responses in selecting the stated principles of the Church on a current issue are incorrect; (2) The ability of the instructors to recognize prophet's statements from non-prophet's statements is seventy-three per cent; (3) Over ninty per …
A Study Of The Life Of John Hafen: Artist With An Analysis And Critical Review Of His Work, William Lee Roy Conant Jr.
A Study Of The Life Of John Hafen: Artist With An Analysis And Critical Review Of His Work, William Lee Roy Conant Jr.
Theses and Dissertations
This study presents the life facts of John Hafen and examines his attitude changes as well as the changes in his art throughout his life. It catalogs with photographs the majority of Hafen's paintings.
John Hafen's personal letters were searched, as well as books, manuscripts and newspapers for information germane to this thesis. Personal interviews were held with people who knew him best and his paintings were found, photographed, and examined for use in this thesis.
John Hafen's life of fifty-four years was dedicated to his family, his church, and his art.
History And Doctrinal Development Of The Order Of Aaron, Ralph D. Erickson
History And Doctrinal Development Of The Order Of Aaron, Ralph D. Erickson
Theses and Dissertations
The purpose of this study was to trace the historical development of the Order of Aaron, or Aaronic Order, the governing body of the True Church of God, and to determine its present status in the religions of the world. The study included a summary of the origin of the Order, historical development, present establishment, organization within the Order, including types of memberships, as well as a resume of the theological teachings and practices of this group.
Research involved a study of the publications of the Aaronic Order. Information from these sources was supplemented by correspondence and personal interviews with …
The Development Of The Juvenile Instructor Under George Q. Cannon And Its Functions In Latter-Day Saint Religious Education, Lawrence R. Flake
The Development Of The Juvenile Instructor Under George Q. Cannon And Its Functions In Latter-Day Saint Religious Education, Lawrence R. Flake
Theses and Dissertations
The success of the Juvenile Instructor magazine, called the Instructor since 1929, owes much to the vision and foresight of its great founder, George Quale Cannon. From a small, crude, four-page paper, first published in 1866, the Juvenile Instructor has developed into a far-reaching and attractive publication, touching the lives of countless thousands in 1969. It has proved to be a great implement of religious education to the Latter-day Saint people and fulfilled four important functions in its early years when Elder Cannon was its editor. It served as the official organ of the Sunday Schools, as a voice of …
Joseph Smith As An Administrator, Gary Dean Guthrie
Joseph Smith As An Administrator, Gary Dean Guthrie
Theses and Dissertations
From extensive research undertaken by Rensis Likert at the University of Michigan, a modified theory of administration has been developed which seeks to build upon all that worked best in previous approaches to administration.
Sufficient information from the writings of Joseph Smith, from diaries and journals of those who worked under his leadership have been used in this thesis and compared with the model of administration proposed by Likert. The results of this work were that Joseph Smith in his administration most often used a leadership approach described by Likert as Consultative and Participative.
This thesis also presents a model …
A Study Of The Utilization Of Selected Church Periodicals By Lds Seminary And Institute Of Religion Personnel, Dennis G. Murdock
A Study Of The Utilization Of Selected Church Periodicals By Lds Seminary And Institute Of Religion Personnel, Dennis G. Murdock
Theses and Dissertations
The purpose of this study was to compare the use of selected official and unofficial Church periodicals by Seminary and Institute personnel of the Church with the objectives and purposes of those periodicals. It was also to determine the relevancy of those periodicals to the department personnel and their students. The magazines studied were: The Improvement Era, The Instructor, Church News, Impact, Brigham Young University Studies, and Dialogue.
The most prevalent concern about all religious press in the ninteen-sixties has been their relevance to real life. This study discovered that there was a variety of opinions about the relevance of …
A Study Of The Definition Of The Gospel Of Jesus Christ And Its Theological Implications In Latter-Day Saint Literature, David Earl Perry
A Study Of The Definition Of The Gospel Of Jesus Christ And Its Theological Implications In Latter-Day Saint Literature, David Earl Perry
Theses and Dissertations
This thesis attempts to treat four problems: What is the gospel, as defined in Latter-day Saint literature? Do ancient and modern sources agree? Has there been an historical development of the definitions? Can any disagreements be rationalized? The results of this research reveal that the gospel is complex in that it is capable of handling all the problems of eternity, yet it is simple in that it is a plan of specific principles which lead man step by step to perfection. The author determined that ancient and modern sources do agree in placing six "first principles" at the beginning of …
A Historical Study Of The Nauvoo, Illinois, Public School System, 1841-1845, Paul Thomas Smith
A Historical Study Of The Nauvoo, Illinois, Public School System, 1841-1845, Paul Thomas Smith
Theses and Dissertations
This study describes the historical development of the Nauvoo, Illinois, public school system, 1841-1845.
Many church, civic, and social organizations offered a wide variety of learning experiences to the citizens of Nauvoo. A set of questions was devised for this study to distinguish and to describe the Nauvoo school system from the multiplicity of educational offerings.
A Survey To Determine The Public Responses And Attitudes Toward The First Festival Of Mormon Art At Brigham Young University, Trevor Southey
A Survey To Determine The Public Responses And Attitudes Toward The First Festival Of Mormon Art At Brigham Young University, Trevor Southey
Theses and Dissertations
A survey was conducted to determine the responses of the public to the First Festival of Mormon Art on exhibition at the Brigham Young University. Data were collected by means of questionnaires made available to gallery visitors. Through these responses it was determined that:
(1) Over three-fourths of the visiting public felt that art is important in relation to the Gospel. There was a positive correlation between the respondents' interest and experience in art and their feelings for the importance of art in relation to the Gospel.
(2) Over three-fourths of the visiting public felt that the exhibition was successful. …
A Study Of Divorce Rates For Temple And Non-Temple Marriages According To Occupational Status And Age At Marriage, Seymour P. Steed
A Study Of Divorce Rates For Temple And Non-Temple Marriages According To Occupational Status And Age At Marriage, Seymour P. Steed
Theses and Dissertations
This study focused upon differences between L.D.S. temple and L.D.S. non-temple marriages (which was used as a measure of religious commitment) with respect to divorce rate, and the relationship of occupational level and bride's age at marriage to divorce rate.
A total of 419 couples were involved in the study. They were all married in 1955, had been born in Utah, and were residing in Utah at the time of marriage. Temple and non-temple marriages were equated for occupational level at the time of marriage. By 1968, the L.D.S. temple married couples tended to be higher in occupational level.
Significant …
A History Of Utah's First Playground, Delmar Peirce Williams
A History Of Utah's First Playground, Delmar Peirce Williams
Theses and Dissertations
The purpose of this study was to determine and verify the historical accounts that describe and validate Lindsey Gardens in Salt Lake City as the first playground established in Utah and perhaps the first in the nation.
An Early History Of The Community Of Park City, Utah, Oscar F. Jesperson Jr.
An Early History Of The Community Of Park City, Utah, Oscar F. Jesperson Jr.
Theses and Dissertations
Park City, Utah, has been one of the most permanent mining camps in Utah. While constituting the industrial and population center of Summit County, it has contributed over one half billions dollars to the economies of Utah and the nation. This thesis deals with the early years of Park City, 1869-1910. This period saw an influx and combination of several ethnic groups which served to enrich the cultural history of Park City. Religion and social organizations were a major part of the life of this community. The political effect of this mining camp on Summit County and the Territory of …
The Theology Of Thomas Dick And Its Possible Relationship To That Of Joseph Smith, Edward T. Jones
The Theology Of Thomas Dick And Its Possible Relationship To That Of Joseph Smith, Edward T. Jones
Theses and Dissertations
In her attempt to find a strictly human origin for certain doctrines contained in the Book of Abraham, and the later teachings of Joseph Smith, Mrs. Fawn M. Brodie relies upon the writings of one Thomas Dick. Dick was a nineteenth century Scottish scientist-theologian who wrote several volumes on religious and scientific subjects. It is known that at least two volumes were known to at least some of the early Latter-day Saints, for passages from them were quoted in the Messenger and Advocate. The purpose of this thesis has been to research the entire ten volumes of Dick's writings …
A Study To Establish Criteria For Creating Thematic Literature Units Appropriate To Lds Secondary Schools In The South Pacific, And The Creation Of Three Such Units, Ronald F. Malan
Theses and Dissertations
The purpose of this study was twofold: (a) to develop criteria for creating thematic literature units appropriate to the English language facility and to the culture of students in the LDS secondary schools in the South Pacific, and (b) to create three thematic literature units at the Form 5 (11th grade) level which would exemplify the recommended criteria.
An analysis of questionnaire responses revealed that a concept-centered approach to literature should take precedence, with geographical literature—especially Polynesian—also receiving emphasis. Less attention should be given to developing skill in literary analysis, and more focus placed upon systematically reinforcing other language arts …
A Study Of The Method Of Teaching Called "Scripture Chase" As Employed By The Full-Time Teachers Of The Seminaries Of The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints, Vernon W. Mattson
A Study Of The Method Of Teaching Called "Scripture Chase" As Employed By The Full-Time Teachers Of The Seminaries Of The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints, Vernon W. Mattson
Theses and Dissertations
The purpose of this study is to determine the effectiveness of the LDS Seminary Scripture Chase in the following areas: (1) Principles of learning involved; (2) Percentage of full-time teachers using the Scripture Chase; (3) Teacher evaluation of the Scripture Chase in terms of (a) teacher training in the Scripture Chase, (b) student involvement and application, (c) areas of effectiveness and (d) evaluation and rating of the over-all program.
Questionnaires were sent to 498 full-time Seminary teachers in Arizona, Utah, Idaho, Wyoming and Canada with a return of 80.3 percent. The data revealed that 143, or 33 percent regularly use …