James E. Talmage, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

James E. Talmage

American Mormon leader

Date of Birth: 21-Sep-1862

Place of Birth: Berkshire, England, United Kingdom

Date of Death: 27-Jul-1933

Profession: writer, geologist

Nationality: United Kingdom

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

James Edward Talmage (21 September 1862 – 27 July 1933) was an English chemist, geologist, and religious leader who served as a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) from 1911 until his death. A professor at Brigham Young Academy (BYA) and University of Utah (U of U), Talmage also served as president of the U of U and Latter-day Saints' University.
In addition to his academic career, Talmage authored several religious-themed books, the most prominent of which are Jesus the Christ and Articles of Faith.
Despite first being published in 1915 and 1899, the books remain classics in Mormon literature.
An academic and religious scholar, Talmage did not believe that science conflicted with his religious views.
Regarding the conflicting Mormon views on evolution, Talmage attempted to be a mediator between church leaders B.H.
Roberts and Joseph Fielding Smith who disagreed about evolution and the origin of man.
In addition to his academic and religious involvement, Talmage was involved in local political leadership in Provo as a city council member, alderman, and justice of the peace.



Alternative names	C. R. Savage; Chas. R. Savage; Charles R. Savage
Description	British photographer A landscape and portrait photographer who produced images of the American West, and it is best known for his 1869 photographs of the linking of the first transcontinental railroad.
Date of birth/death	16 August 1832	4 February 1909
Location of birth/death	Southampton	Salt Lake City
Authority control	: Q11723097 VIAF: 15075395 ISNI: 0000 0000 6660 6444 ULAN: 500005101 LCCN: n84131226 Open Library: OL2609939A WorldCat