Sandra Allen Collection of Papers on Mormonism,
Collection
Identifier: MSS-610-BC
Scope and Content
As an active female member of the Mormon Church in 1978-1979, Sandra Allen was called upon by the church hierarchy to join pro-ERA groups and report back to the Church on their activities. This was done in order to find the best strategies to defeat the ERA in the state of Nevada. Later in the early 1990's while attending the University of New Mexico, Sandra Allen began extensive research into the Mormon Church and its involvement in the defeat of the Equal Rights Amendment. This collection is the result of that research.
The collection is divided into four series. Series I, research materials, is comprised mainly of photocopies of magazine and newspaper articles, excerpts from books, information from manuscript collections, and dissertations. Series II, preliminary research and notes, primarily contains bibliographic citations and related notes. Series III is composed of publications. Series IV contains miscellaneous materials.
Although this collection contains material predominantly on the Mormon Church and the ERA, it also includes material on the situation of Mormon women from the founding of the Church to the present day. Allen's research shows the position of the Mormon Church on subjects such as minorities, family issues, censorship, and politics. In addition, there is information on Howard Hughes and the "Mormon Will," and Mormons in the FBI and CIA. Also included are some humorous books and articles written by Mormons about Mormons. Some of Sandra Allen's personal writings and notes, as well a smaller research project on near-death experiences are also incorporated into this collection.
The collection is divided into four series. Series I, research materials, is comprised mainly of photocopies of magazine and newspaper articles, excerpts from books, information from manuscript collections, and dissertations. Series II, preliminary research and notes, primarily contains bibliographic citations and related notes. Series III is composed of publications. Series IV contains miscellaneous materials.
Although this collection contains material predominantly on the Mormon Church and the ERA, it also includes material on the situation of Mormon women from the founding of the Church to the present day. Allen's research shows the position of the Mormon Church on subjects such as minorities, family issues, censorship, and politics. In addition, there is information on Howard Hughes and the "Mormon Will," and Mormons in the FBI and CIA. Also included are some humorous books and articles written by Mormons about Mormons. Some of Sandra Allen's personal writings and notes, as well a smaller research project on near-death experiences are also incorporated into this collection.
Dates
- 1852-1993 (bulk 1965-1993)
Creator
- Allen, Sandra (Person)
Language of Materials
English
Access Restrictions
The collection is open for research.
Copy Restrictions
Limited duplication of CSWR material is allowed for research purposes. User is responsible for compliance with all copyright, privacy, and libel laws. Permission is required for publication or distribution.
Extent
6 boxes (5.35 cu. ft.)
Material Transferred From the Collection
- Lindsey, Robert. A Gathering of Saints: A True Story of Money, Murder andDeceit. 1988.
- Talmage, James E. A Study of the Articles of Faith.... 1982.
- Talmage, James E. Jesus the Christ: A Study of the Messiah and His Mission... 1962.
- Thomas, Estelle Webb. Uncertain Sanctuary: A story of Mormon Pioneering inMexico. 1980.
- Smith, Joseph Fielding. Teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith... 1972.
- Warenski, Marilyn. Patriarchs and Politics: The Plight of the Mormon Woman. 1978.
- Mulder, William and A. Russell Mortehsen. Among the Mormons... 1958.
- Hafen, Mary Ann. Recollections of a Handcart Pioneer of 1860. 1983.
- Decker, Ed and Dave Hunt. The God Makers. 1984.
- Relief Society Courses of Study,1985. 1984.
- Radl, Shirley Rogers. The Invisible Woman... 1983.
- Kahn, David. The Code Breakers... 1967.
- Sillitoe, Linda & Allen Roberts. Salamander: The Story of the Mormon ForgeryMurders. 1989.
- Childs, Marjorie. Fabric of the Era: Congressional Intent. 1982.
- A Legacy Remembered: 1914-1970. 1982.
- Merrell, Irene Webb. Edward Milo Webb Family Songs...
- Merrell, Irene Adell Webb. Edward Milo Webb: His Ancestors and Descendants. 1987.
- Tanner, Jerald and Sandra. The Changing World of Mormonism. 1980.
- Naifeh, Steven and Gregory White Smith. Mormon Murders... 1989.
- Dialogue A Journal of Mormon Thought. Vol. XIV, No. 1 Spring 1981,Vol. XII, No. 4 Winter 1979, Vol. XVI, No. 4 Winter 1983.
- Daniels, April. Paperdolls: A True Story of Childhood Sexual Abuse in MormonNeighborhoods. San Diego: Recovery Publications, 1993.
- Schow, Ron. Peculiar People: Mormons and Same-Sex Orientation. SaltLake City: Signature Books, 1991.
- White, Mel. Stranger at the Gate: To Be Gay and Christian in America.New York: Simon & Schuster, 1994.
Creator
- Allen, Sandra (Person)
- Title
- Finding Aid of the Sandra Allen Collection of Papers on Mormonism, 1852-1993 (bulk 1965-1993)
- Status
- Edited Full Draft
- Author
- Processed by D. Brittain
- Date
- ©2000
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
- Language of description note
- Finding aid is in English
Revision Statements
- June 28, 2004: PUBLIC "-//University of New Mexico::Center for Southwest Research//TEXT (US::NmU::MSS 610 BC::Sandra Allen Collection of Papers on Mormonism)//EN" "nmu1mss610bc.sgml" converted from EAD 1.0 to 2002 by v1to02.xsl (sy2003-10-15).
- Monday, 20210524: Attribute normal is missing or blank.
Repository Details
Part of the UNM Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections Repository
Contact:
University of New Mexico Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections
University Libraries, MSC05 3020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131
505-277-6451
University of New Mexico Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections
University Libraries, MSC05 3020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131
505-277-6451