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Kimball: A Name Steeped in History and Diversity From the early days of Mormonism to the bustling streets of New York City

Background imageKimball Collection: Hc Kimball / Mormon / Cdv

Hc Kimball / Mormon / Cdv
HEBER CHASE KIMBALL Mormon leader, photographed at Salt Lake City in June 1866

Background imageKimball Collection: Untitled (Portrait of Woman), 1850 / 99. Creator: E. C. Kimball

Untitled (Portrait of Woman), 1850 / 99. Creator: E. C. Kimball
Untitled (Portrait of Woman), 1850/99. [Young woman wearing earrings in the shape of a lyre]. Albumen print

Background imageKimball Collection: Hintersteinebach

Hintersteinebach, Switzerland by Katharine L Kimball

Background imageKimball Collection: Wedding slippers, American, 1864. Creator: Unknown

Wedding slippers, American, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Wedding slippers, American, 1864

Background imageKimball Collection: Heber Kimball, leading member of the Mormon movement, (c1880)

Heber Kimball, leading member of the Mormon movement, (c1880). Kimball was one of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and a leading member of the First Presidency of the Mormon Church

Background imageKimball Collection: USA - The Empire Building - New York

USA - The Empire Building - New York - Empire Building. New York. The Empire Building at 71 Broadway on the corner of Rector Street in the Financial District of Manhattan

Background imageKimball Collection: USA - Standard Oil Building

USA - Standard Oil Building - Standard Oil Building. The building which was originally built in 1885 according to design specifications by architect Francis H

Background imageKimball Collection: General view, Manchester, New Hampshire, USA

General view, Manchester, New Hampshire, USA
General view of Manchester, New Hampshire, USA. circa 1905

Background imageKimball Collection: Advertisement for Kimballs Smoking Mixtures

Advertisement for Kimballs Smoking Mixtures
A fashionable young lady wearing a corset, advertising Kimballs Smoking Mixtures Suit All Tastes

Background imageKimball Collection: WEST VIRGINIA: KIMBALL, 1935. An aerial view of the town of Kimball in southern West Virginia

WEST VIRGINIA: KIMBALL, 1935. An aerial view of the town of Kimball in southern West Virginia. Photograph by Ben Shahn, October 1935

Background imageKimball Collection: Heber Kimball, 1801-1868, Leader in the Latter Day Saint Movement, Us, Usa, 1870S

Heber Kimball, 1801-1868, Leader in the Latter Day Saint Movement, Us, Usa, 1870S
HEBER KIMBALL, 1801-1868, LEADER IN THE LATTER DAY SAINT MOVEMENT, US, USA, 1870s engraving

Background imageKimball Collection: SALT LAKE CITY, 1866. The city and valley of the great Salt Lake, Utah. Engraving

SALT LAKE CITY, 1866. The city and valley of the great Salt Lake, Utah. Engraving, 1866

Background imageKimball Collection: HEBER C. KIMBALL (1801-1868). American Mormon leader. Engraving, 1857

HEBER C. KIMBALL (1801-1868). American Mormon leader. Engraving, 1857

Background imageKimball Collection: MAN, c1885. Portrait of a man photographed by W. G. C. Kimball in Concord, New Hampshire

MAN, c1885. Portrait of a man photographed by W. G. C. Kimball in Concord, New Hampshire
MAN, c1885. Portrait of a man photographed by W.G.C. Kimball in Concord, New Hampshire, c1885

Background imageKimball Collection: Heber Kimball, 1801-1868, Leader in the Latter Day Saint Movement, Us, Usa, 1870S

Heber Kimball, 1801-1868, Leader in the Latter Day Saint Movement, Us, Usa, 1870S
HEBER KIMBALL, 1801-1868, LEADER IN THE LATTER DAY SAINT MOVEMENT, US, USA, 1870s engraving

Background imageKimball Collection: EDGAR A. KIMBALL (1822-1863). Lieutenant Colonel of the 9th New York Volunteers

EDGAR A. KIMBALL (1822-1863). Lieutenant Colonel of the 9th New York Volunteers, who died at the Siege of Suffolk Virginia, 12 April 1863. Photograph, c1862

Background imageKimball Collection: Kimball & Gorton Philadelphia RR Car Manufactory, 21st & Ham

Kimball & Gorton Philadelphia RR Car Manufactory, 21st & Ham

Background imageKimball Collection: Famed American pianist Myrtle Elvyn

Famed American pianist Myrtle Elvyn Date: 1907

Background imageKimball Collection: The First Presidents of the Church of Jesus Christ of the La

The First Presidents of the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints. John Taylor, Orson Hyde, Orson Pratt, Charles C. Rich, Joseph Smith, Hyram Smith, Wilford Woodruff, Joseph F

Background imageKimball Collection: A Kimball Punched Card Machine

A Kimball Punched Card Machine
The punched cards manufactured by a Kimball machine were attached to merchandise and were used to provide machine-readable sales data. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Background imageKimball Collection: Assembling the wiring for a complex machine

Assembling the wiring for a complex machine
An engineer inserts a thin wire into a section of the assemblage for a Kimball machine. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Background imageKimball Collection: Kimball Biplane

Kimball Biplane
American designer Kimballs biplane is notable for using eight propellers, though they are powered by a single motor. The plane flies, kind of, but there are problems


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Kimball: A Name Steeped in History and Diversity From the early days of Mormonism to the bustling streets of New York City, the name Kimball has left an indelible mark on various aspects of American culture. Hc Kimball, a prominent figure within the Mormon movement, played a pivotal role in shaping its growth and beliefs. His influence can still be felt today. In 1850, E. C. Kimball captured the essence of a woman's beauty with his captivating portrait titled "Untitled (Portrait of Woman)". This timeless piece showcases not only his artistic talent but also serves as a reminder of the rich history behind this surname. Moving forward through time, we find ourselves in Hintersteinebach - perhaps an unexpected location associated with Kimball. Yet it is here that we discover another facet of this multifaceted name. The wedding slippers from 1864 stand as a testament to love and commitment during tumultuous times. The struggle for freedom is intertwined with the story of emancipated slaves brought from Louisiana by Colonel George H. Banks in December 1863. Their journey represents resilience and hope amidst adversity – values that resonate strongly with those who bear the name Kimball. Heber Kimball emerges as one of the leading members within Mormonism around c1880, leaving an enduring legacy for future generations to admire and learn from. His contributions continue to shape religious discourse even today. Venturing beyond religion, we encounter architectural marvels such as The Empire Building in New York City or Standard Oil Building – both symbols representing progress and ambition synonymous with America's spirit. But let us not forget about smaller towns like Manchester, New Hampshire or West Virginia's own town named after our subject - Kimball itself. These places serve as reminders that greatness can be found anywhere if one looks closely enough; they are testaments to community strength and perseverance against all odds. Finally, advertising takes center stage with Kimballs Smoking Mixtures.