LEATHERWOOD, Elmer O., 1872-1929


Guide to Research Collections

Brigham Young University Archives
Provo, UT
Papers: 1927, 2 items.
A handwritten speech titled “Ours, the True Republic.” The speech praises the United States’ form of government and its political system. Also included a printed version of a speech delivered by Elmer Leatherwood in the House of Representatives against the federal government operating a proposed power plant.


Utah State Historical Society
Salt Lake City, UT
Papers: n.d., 10 pages.
A brief sketch of Congressman Leatherwood written by his widow, Nancy Albaugh Leatherwood. The sketch covers Congressman Leatherwood’s career as a lawyer in Salt Lake City, and his activities in Congress, especially concerning Boulder Dam and the Colorado River.