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Edna Harker Thomas

1881-04-11 – 1942-04-29

Portrait of Edna Harker Thomas
Photo of Edna Harker Thomas, a Second Counselor in the general presidency of the Primary of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) and the first wife of Elbert D. Thomas, a United States Senator from Utah.Credit: Andrew Jenson

Life & Legacy

Edna Harker Thomas (April 11, 1881 – April 29, 1942) was a leader in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). She was the first wife of Elbert D. Thomas, a United States senator from Utah. She was also the first woman in the LDS Church to travel around the world.

Occupation & Career

teacher

Education

University of California, Berkeley; Brigham Young University; American University

Faith & Community

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Legacy Highlights

Church

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Education & Institutions

American University · Brigham Young University · University of California, Berkeley

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q5340051 — wikidata View source

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