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This letter came to Virginia from a friend who had heard a rumor she was getting married. Because we know that Virginia had no intention of doing so, this friend's advice about cleaning and in-laws is often amusing. It is also an important example of…
In this letter, Virginia Hanson responds to an unwanted suitor, who originally wrote to her asking to meet for lunch in Utah. It is a perfect example of where Virginia stands when it comes to marriage- she is not interested, and would rather it that…
Guidance was given to young men and young women about the importance of looking attractive at all times because you never know who might be watching! Potential friends and significant others were always "just around the corner."
The cover photo from the Knox Gelatine Eat and Reduce Plan Recipe Book
Garden Patch Salad Recipe from Knox's On-Camera Recipe Book.
Photo from Knox's On Camera Recipe Book featuring gelatin served in a fish-shaped mold.
Canning guide found in Finer Canned & Frozen Fruits created by Karo Syrup brand.
a pair of family photos showing the outdoors as a vacation spot
a photo showcasing the nearby availability of outdoors family fun in salt lake city
This is a play written by Virginia Hanson while she was working at the library. A satirical piece, it follows the conversation of a group of men, playing the game Bridge as if they were women. Virginia mocks the often trivial conversation of women,…
Mormons for ERA stance on the Equal Rights Amendment; A Moral Issue pamphlet
Banner at Chicago 1980 Equal Rights Amendment; You can't excommunicate equality banner
Picture of women in front of the Morvian Church from the Moravian Women's Cookbook.
Cover of Bee Hive Girls work book used by leaders and girls age 12-14 to learn important life skills.
This picture is a perfect representation of Virginia Hanson's relationship with children, and her role in the community. As a head librarian of the Logan Library, she created youth programs to cultivate a love of reading and learning among her young…
This is a picture, date unknown, of Virginia Hanson and her doll Pitiful Pearl. This doll was used for Virginia's Story-times, where she would read books to children.
This picture, date unknown, is of three of the Hanson siblings. Mae, Byron, and Virginia never married, and remained close for their entire lives.
A wedding announcement from Mr and Mrs Elmer T. Smith sent to Ada Morrell.
A baby announcement punning a new shipment arrival sent to Ada Morrell
an advertisement for 1965 Al's sporting goods welcoming in their intended customers
Drawing from the friendship book of Joannes Carolus Erlenwein
This is an example of the numerous journals and diaries that Virginia Hanson took throughout her life. Often brief and to the point, Virginia was able to portray her values and persoality throughout her journals. She kept detailed record of her…
an article accounting the drastic change in transportation methods used by tourists to get to national parks
Drawing of Erlenwein coat of arms in Joannes Carolus Erlenwein's friendship book. One of many coat of arms drawn in his book.
Hand drawn picture of activities on the grounds of the seminary in Fulda Germany.
The hand drawn dedication of Joannes Carolus Erlenwein's friendship book from the 17th century
1960s high school dances gave youth opportunity to create and maintain friendships and also enjoy recreational activity.
The front cover of Joannes Carolus Erlenwein's frienshipbook that he kept while a student at a seminary in Fulda, Germany.
An index of classmates and others who contributed to Joannes Carolus Erlenwein's friendship book.
Engraving by Crispin de Passe the Elder in Isaac Hillaire’s Speculum Heroicum. Joannes Carolus Erlenwein's Friendship Book.