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Article: Mormon scholars try to save archivist's job
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- Deseret News (Salt Lake City)
- Article date:
- July 6, 2009
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Some scholars of early Mormon history have begun a letter-
writing campaign in hopes of preserving the job of an archivist who
works for the Community of Christ, a church based in Independence,
Mo.
Ron Romig, 60, has worked as the lead archivist for the church
since 1988. He said he was told June 15 that his position -- and
those of other church employees -- was being cut for budgetary
reasons.
Scholars say Romig is an invaluable resource who has helped
dozens of historians complete research and books related to the
early Mormon church and the distinct religious movements that sprang
from Mormonism after the death of church founder Joseph Smith.
"It's amazing how many times I pick up a new ...