The Utah Gospel Mission, 1900-1950 BY STANLEY B. KIMBALL
Above: Missionaries and motorized wagons of the Utah Gospel Mission. Courtesy of Bowling Green State University.
X. HE MISSIONARY ACTIVITY OF VARIOUS Christian denominations in the Mormon settlements of Utah and neighboring states bears witness to the commitment and zeal of the organizers and workers and reveals a story unique to the Intermountain West. These attempts to "Christianize" the Mormons, while fascinating, are largely forgotten today. However, one such venture, the Utah Gospel Mission, was well documented by photoDr. Kimball is professor of historical studies at Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville.