The Reed Smoot hearings: the investigation of a Mormon senator and the transformation of an American religion
Date
2021
Authors
Paulos, Michael Harold, editor
Hansen, Konden Smith, editor
Utah State University Press, publisher
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Abstract
Examines the hearings that followed Mormon apostle Reed Smoot's 1903 election to the US Senate and subsequent protests and petitioning efforts from mainstream Christian ministries disputing Smoot's right to serve. Explores how religious and political institutions adapted in response to societal and ecclesiastical trends.--Provided by publisher.
Description
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Rights Access
Access is limited to the Adams State University, Colorado State University, Colorado State University Pueblo, Community College of Denver, Fort Lewis College, Metropolitan State University Denver, Regis University, University of Alaska Fairbanks, University of Colorado Boulder, University of Colorado Colorado Springs, University of Colorado Denver, University of Denver, University of Northern Colorado, University of Wyoming, Utah State University and Western Colorado University communities only.
Subject
Smoot, Reed, 1862-1941 -- Political and social views
Mormons -- Political activity -- Utah -- History -- 20th century
Mormon Church -- United States -- History -- 20th century
Mormons -- Civil rights -- United States -- History -- 20th century
Religion and politics -- United States -- History -- 20th century
Legislators -- Utah -- History -- 20th century
Legislative hearings -- United States
Polygamy -- United States