Marinus Larsen (November 15, 1849 – August 2, 1934) was a

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religious leader and a member of the first

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state legislature, representing the 11th district.

Early life and career

Larsen was born in Hurup, Als parish,

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. He converted to

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(LDS Church) in 1862. That same year he emigrated to the United States, settling in Spanish Fork,

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in September. He remained there for the rest of his life. In 1891, when the one LDS Church

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in Spanish Fork was divided into four, Larsen was made

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of the Spanish Fork 3rd Ward. He served in that position until 1903. Larsen served for two terms as mayor of Spanish Fork. He also served on the city council for four terms. He was a member of the

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for two terms.

Sources

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, ''Encyclopedia History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints'', p. 825. *Andrew Jenson, ''Latter Day Saint Biographical Encyclopedia'', vol. 3, p. 138-139. *https://utahstatehistory.omeka.net/exhibits/show/comingtogetherutah/governingstateofutah/representatives

References

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