George Q. Cannon’s Deseret News Press printed all church materials at the end of the 19th century and into the 20th century. Aside from the church magazines, and a few foreign language materials (chiefly missionary tracts published in the missions themselves), below is the full list of LDS materials in print in 1892.
I’m sure the Saints in Utah were proud of their extensive list of publications, yet to any one of us, used to the availability of hundreds of current titles and thousands of backlist titles, to say nothing of the Internet, the catalog seems desperately thin.
Yet I’ll bet almost any non-English reading Saint today would be ecstatic to have a like number of works available.
Catalogue of Publications of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
For Sale by The Deseret News Co., Salt Lake City, Utah [1892]
Church Blanks
Stake Reports (60c. per doz.)
Ward Reports (25 c. per doz.)
Relief Society Reports (25c. per doz.)
Primary Association Reports (25c. per doz.)
Y.L.M.I.A. Reports (25c. per doz.)
Y.M.M.I.A. Reports (25c. per doz.)
Elders’ Certificates (25c. per doz.)
Bishops’ Recommends (books of 50, 50c.; of 100, 75c.)
Primary Association Roll and Record Books ($1.50)
Y.L.M.I.A. Roll and Record Books ($1.50)
Ward Records (1 qr., $6.00; 2 qr., $8.00; 4 qr., $10.00)
High Priests’ Records (Made to Order)
Seventies’ Records (Made to Order)
Temple Recommends (25c. per doz.)
Fast Meeting Records 9$1.25, $1.75, $2.15)
Temple or Family Records ($1.75, $2.15, $2.45)
Standard Church Works
Book of Mormon. An account of the Ancient Inhabitants of the American Continent, written by the hand of Mormon upon plates taken from the plates of Nephi, found near Manchester, Ontario Co., New York, and translated by the Prophet Joseph Smith, Jr. Gilt, $2.75; Full Bock, $2.,00; Full Roan, $1.75; Full Leather, embossed, $1.25; Full Cloth, embossed, 41.00.
Book of Mormon. (Large Print.) Morocco, Extra gilt, $3.75; Leather, Gilt, $3.00; Leather, $2.25; Cloth $1.75.
Doctrine and Covenants of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; containing the Revelations given to Joseph Smith, Jr., the Prophet, for the building up of the Kingdom of God in the last days. Gilt, $2.75; Full Bock, $2.00; Full Roan, $1.75; Full Bock (small), $1.50; Full Leather, embossed, $1.25; Full Cloth, embossed, $1.00.
Doctrine and Covenants. (Large Print.) Morocco, Extra Gilt, $3.75; Leather, Gilt, $3.00; Leather, $2.25; Cloth, $1.75.
Pearl of Great Price. A choice selection from the Revelations, Translations, and Narrations of Joseph Smith, first Prophet, Seer and Revelator of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Morocco, Gilt, $1.25; Leather, Gilt, $1.00; Roan 75c.; Cloth, embossed, 50c.
Key to the Science of Theology. Designed as an introduction to the First Principles of Spiritual Philosophy, Religion, Law and Government, as Delivered by the Ancients, and as Restored in this age for the final development of universal peace, truth and knowledge. By Parley P. Pratt. Full roan, embossed, 75c.; Full cloth, embossed, 50c.
Voice of Warning. An introduction to the Faith and Doctrine of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. By Parley P. Pratt. Full roan embossed, 50c.; Full Cloth, embossed, 35c.; Limp Cloth, 25c.
Spencer’s Letters. Exhibiting the most prominent doctrines of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, by Orson Spencer, A.B., to which is also added his Letter on Patriarchal Order, in reply to the Rev. William Crowel, A.M., Boston, Mass. Full Roan, embossed, $1.00; Full Cloth, embossed, 75c, Leather, 41.50; Gilt, $2.00.
Hymn Book. Twentieth Edition. Cloth, 35c.; Full Roan, 75c.; Full Leather, $1.00; Leather, extra finish, $1.25; leather, Gilt, $1.50.
Catechism for Children. Exhibiting the prominent doctrines of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. By John Jaques. Leather, 35c.; Cloth, 25c.; Boards, 20c.; Paper Cover, 15c.
A Compendium of the doctrines of the Gospel, by Franklin D. Richards and Jas. A. Little. Leather, Gilt, $2.00; Leather, $1.50; Imitation Leather, $1.25; Cloth, $1.00.
Ready References. Scripture texts arranged in subjective order, with historical notes, 45c., 55c., 85c. and $1.00, according to binding.
Miscellaneous Works.
Orson Pratt’s Works, a series of pamphlets on the doctrines of the gospel, a book of 314 pages, 75c.
Hand-Book of Reference to the history, chronology, religion and country of the Latter-day Saints – for Saints and strangers, 50c.
The Martyrs, an account of the martyrdom of Joseph and Hyrum Smith, with steel engravings of these noble men, by L.O. Littlefield, 50c.
Gospel Philosophy, showing the absurdities of infidelity and the harmony of the gospel with science and history, 75c.
The Hand of Providence, as shown in the history of nations and individuals, from the great apostasy to the restoration of the gospel, an illustrated work of 215 pages – very interesting, 60c.
“Mormon” Doctrine, a plain and simple explanation of the principles of the gospel, in twelve tersely-written chapters, with appendix giving scriptural references, by Charles W. Penrose, 25c.
Dialogues and Recitations, No. 1 contains pieces suitable for public and private entertainments, 25c.
Why We Practice Plural Marriage, by a “Mormon” wife and mother – Helen Mar Whitney, Cloth cover, 25c.
Unlawful Cohabitation, containing the remarkable ruling of Judge C.S. Zane in Utah Territory on this important question, 25c.
The Tennessee Massacre and its causes, a lecture by John Nicholson, 20c.
The Mountain Meadows Massacre and Supplement give a full account of the tragedy, and place the blame where it properly belongs, by C.W. Penrose, 25c.
Blood Atonement, by C.W. Penrose, explains the doctrine as understood by Latter-day Saints, 20c.
Readings and Recitations, second edition, a book of 165 pages, containing a great variety of choice Readings and Recitations, compiled by Prof. J.H. Paul, 50c.
An Epic Poem, by Hannah T. King. Paper, 15 cents, cloth 20cents.
The Life and Labors of Eliza R. Snow Smith, with a full account of her funeral services, postpaid, 15c.
Does the Bible Sanction Polygamy? a discussion between Elder Orson Pratt and Dr. J.P. Newman, to which is added three discourses on celestial marriage by Elders Orson Pratt, George A. Smith and Geo. Q. Cannon.
Joseph Smith – Was He a Prophet of God? By J.M. Sjodahl, price, Paper, 20c.
A Review of the Decision of the Supreme Court of the U.S., in the case of George Reynolds, by George Q. Cannon, 25c.
Book of Abraham, its authenticity established, by Geo. Reynolds, 25c.
The Preceptor, by John Nicholson, 35c.
The Spaulding Story, or Manuscript Found. Paper, 25; Cloth, 50c.; Gilt, 41.00.
Angel of the Prairies; or a Dream of the Future. By P.P. Pratt, 10c.
The Mormon Question. By John Taylor, 10c.
Poems. Religious, Historical and Political. By Eliza R. Snow. Vol. 2, Leather, $1.25; Vol. 2, Cloth, $1.00; Vol. 1, Cloth, Gilt, 75c.; Vol. 1, Cloth, 50c.
Harp of Zion. Poems by John Lyon. Cloth, Gilt, 75c.; cloth, 50c.
Year of Jubilee. Discourses delivered at, and general proceedings of the fiftieth Annual Conference, 15c.
Restoration of the Everlasting Gospel. By George Teasdale, 1c.
Intemperance, 5c.
A Voice from the Mountains, 10c.
The Resurrection. By President Brigham Young, 10c.
Guide to Salt Lake City and Its Environs, 25c.
Fast Meeting Record. 1 quire, $1.25; 2 quires, $1.75; 3 quires, $2.15.
Saints and Sinners. By Phil. Robinson, 75c.
The Fall of the Great Republic. By Sir Henry Standish Coverdale, 25c.
Martyrdom of Joseph Standing. By John Nicholson, 25c.
Items on Priesthood. By President John Taylor, 10c.
Faith-Promoting Series.
My First Mission, a narrative of personal experience as a missionary upon the Sandwich Islands, by George Q. Cannon, 25c.
A String of Pearls, containing a number of interesting sketches and anecdotes of missionary life, etc., 25c.
Leaves from My Journal, by President Wilford Woodruff, a description of his wonderful missionary experience and many interesting incidents of his life, 25c.
Fragments of Experience, a collection of sketches from the experience of Elders, 25c.
President Heber C. Kimball’s Journal, a narrative of the principal incidents in the career of a very remarkable man, 25c.
Early Scenes in Church History, a collection of incidents from the lives of Elders of the Church in early days, 25c.
The Life of Nephi, the son of Lehi, who emigrated from Jerusalem, in Judea, to the land now known as South America six centuries before the coming of the Savior. The book contains some very important items concerning the Book of Mormon, by George Q. Cannon, 25c.
Scraps of Biography, containing a Sketch of an Elder’s Life; Incidents of Experience, and Newel Knight’s Journal, 25c.
The Myth of the Manuscript Found, or the Absurdities of the Spaulding Story, by George Reynolds, 25c.
Labors in the Vineyard, contains some of the most interesting experiences ever written, 25c.
Eventful Narratives, contains some interesting sketches and valuable lessons, 25c.
Helpful Visions, instructive manifestations of the Lord to His children, 25c.
Noble Women’s Lives Series.
Lydia Knight’s History, an interesting Volume, written in an attractive and pleasing style, 25c.
Heroines of “Mormondom,” interesting sketches of women who have proved themselves worthy of honor, 25c.
Sunday School and Primary.
(On these books and cards postage will be charged in addition to the prices given,
if sent by mail, unless the price given is for “postpaid.”)
First Book for our Little Friends, for the use of Sunday Schools, 10c.
Second Book for Our Little Friends, A Sunday School reader, 20c.
Intermediate S.S. Reader, 30c.
Questions and Answers on the Life and Mission of the Prophet Joseph Smith, 10c.
Bible Questions and Answers, for the use of Primary Associations, 25c.
Children’s Primary Hymn Book, two copies, postpaid, 25c.
Primary Speaker, No. 1, postpaid, 25c.
Primary Speaker, No. 2, postpaid, 25c.
The Model Roll Book, postpaid, 15c.
Class Registers, per doz., 80c.
Primary Tune Book, 40c.
Book of Mormon Catechism, postpaid, 20c.
S.S. Union Hymn Book, each net postpaid, 25c.
Missionary Supplies.
Morgan’s Tract No. 1, 3c.
Morgan’s Tract No. 2, 3c.
Morgan’s Tract No. 3, 3c.
The Modern Prophet, 3c.
True vs. False Religion, 3c.
The Gospel Pioneer, 3c.
A Reply to “the Mormon Purgatory,” 2c.
Jos. Smith as a Prophet, a lecture delivered by Elder Andrew Jenson before the Students’ Society in the Social Hall, Salt Lake, Jan. 16, 1891, 5c.
The Second Coming of the Messiah, by B.H. Roberts, 2c.
Analysis of the Book of Mormon, by B.H. Roberts, 2c.
The Only Way to Be Saved, by Lorenzo snow, 3c.
Glad Tidings of Great Joy, by George Teasdale, 1c.
Baptism for the Remission of Sins, 1/2c.
Is Baptism Essential to Salvation? 1/2c.
Articles of Faith, Small, 1/2c.
Articles of Faith, Large, 1c.
Postage must be paid on the above.
Music.
The Improvement Association Song Book, contains a collection of original and selected songs and hymns, set to music by Professor E. Beesley. Seventy-eight pages of choice music, postpaid, 40c.
D.S.S. Union Music Book, postpaid, 50c.
Primary Tune Book, net without postage, 40c.
The Psalmody, Paper sides, $1.50; Cloth, $1.60; Half Leather, $1.70. Postage 17c. each.
Latest Publications.
The Life of Joseph Smith, Cloth, $3.00; Leather gilt, 44.00; Morocco gilt, $5.00.
From Kirtland to Salt Lake, by James A. Little, 262 pages, Cloth, (ills.) $1.50; Leather gilt, $2.00; Leather extra gilt, $2.50.
Forty Years Among the Indians, by Daniel W. Jones, 400 pages, Cloth $2.00; Leather $2.50; leather gilt, $3.00.
Poetical Writings of O.F. Whitney, Cloth, $1.50; Leather gilt, $3.00; Morocco, extra gilt, $2.50.
Life of Heber C. Kimball, Cloth, $2.50; Half Leather, $3.00; Full, $4.00; Morocco, extra gilt, $5.00.
Latter-day Saints’ Psalmody. Paper Covered Boards, Cloth Back, $1.50 each, $16.00 per doz.; Cloth Bound, $1.60 each, $17.00 per doz.; Cloth and Leather Bound, $1.70 each, $18.00 per doz. if sent by mail, 17 cents per copy additional.
Story of the Book of Mormon, by Elder George Reynolds, Cloth, $2.50; cloth gilt, $3.00; half leather gilt, $3.50; Full leather gilt, $4.00.
Sunday School Hymn Book, contains all the Hymns used in the schools, 254 pages, Cloth bound, postpaid, 25c.
Large and Small Size Bibles in Leather, $2.00, $2.50, $3.00, $3.50 and $4.00. Family and Pulpit Bibles in different styles, illustrated, from $4.00 to $15.00 each.
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