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Keddy (Jane L.) papers

Formal title:: Jane L. Keddy papers
Extent:: 14.5 Linear feet
Date range:: 1969-1993 (bulk 1977-1988)
Abstract:: The Keddy papers contain correspondence, research notes on index cards, brochures, museum handbooks, photocopies of entire chapters from books being used for research, maps and other illustrations along with extensive drafts of a proposed 1000 plus page biography of Samuel de Champlain. Other material includes personal correspondence on topics as diverse as feminism, safe drinking water and theology, professional correspondence in Jane Keddy's capacity as the editor/owner of Parameter Press and a folder of correspondence with potential publishers of the Champlain manuscript.
Repository:: John Hay Library
Collection call no:: Ms.2007.028

Formal title:: George Washington Keely papers
Extent:: 0.25 Linear feet
Date range:: 1820-1834
Abstract:: These papers primarily consist of correspondence concerning events leading to the resignation of President Asa Messer and the educational developments in Providence between 1829 and 1833.
Repository:: John Hay Library
Collection call no:: MS.1U.K1

Formal title:: Barnaby Conrad Keeney papers
Extent:: 52.5 Linear Feet
Date range:: 1936-1980 (1940-1966)
Abstract:: The Barnaby Conrad Keeney papers contain correspondence, speeches, biographical records, lecture notes, scrapbooks, appointment books and annual reports, most of which are associated with Keeney's tenure as a professor, administrator and President of Brown University. Some personal correspondence and materials associated with the Commission on the Revision of the Rhode Island Constitution and the Commission on the Humanities are also included in the papers, which are dated from 1936 to 1980.
Repository:: John Hay Library
Collection call no:: OF.1C.12

Formal title:: Helene Schwartz Kenvin papers
Extent:: 0.25 linear feet
Date range:: 2018-2021
Abstract:: This collection was donated by Helene Schwartz Kenvin, Brown University class of 1962. Materials are a book titled
Repository:: John Hay Library
Collection call no:: OF.1S.2024.002

Keough (John F.) Papers

Formal title:: John F. Keough papers
Extent:: 1.5 linear feet
Date range:: circa 1930-1979
Abstract:: The John F. Keough Papers is comprised of notes, printed materials, and published materials relating to mathematics and mathematical education. These items derive from Keough’s education, professional affiliations, and teaching experience in a number of Rhode Island public high schools as well as college level instruction.
Repository:: John Hay Library
Collection call no:: Ms.2011.012

Formal title:: Jeanne McHugh Kerr papers relating to Alexander Lyman Holley
Extent:: 16.75 Linear feet
Date range:: 1847-1983 (bulk 1949-1980)
Abstract:: The Jeanne McHugh Kerr papers relating to Alexander Lyman Holley consist chiefly of manuscripts and research materials relating to Kerr's biography of Holley. The papers also include several scrapbooks and letter books that belonged to Holley, samples of minerals and stainless steel, microfilm of Holley's papers at the National Museum of American History in Washington, D.C., and personal papers such as a desk diary and address book that belonged to Kerr. The material is dated between 1847 and 1983, with most dated between 1949 and 1980.
Repository:: John Hay Library
Collection call no:: Ms.2012.016

Formal title:: Caitlín Kiernan papers
Extent:: 14 linear feet
Date range:: 2018-10-26 - ongoing (1970-2018)
Abstract:: This collection contains Caitlín Kiernan's handwritten journal from childhood and other juvenilia, drafts of comics, edited manuscripts of novels and short stories, correspondence with fiction editors, correspondence with paleontologists, manuscripts and journals of paleontology work, Kiernan's desktop computer, and collectibles from her band called Death's Little Sister.
Repository:: John Hay Library
Collection call no:: Ms.2017.008

Kikel (Rudy) papers

Formal title:: Rudy Kikel papers
Extent:: 16.5 Linear feet
Date range:: 1942-2017 (bulk 1960-2006)
Abstract:: This collection represents a comprehensive portrait of Rudy Kikel, a distinguished gay poet, scholar, and journalist, and a staunch supporter of gay and lesbian writers and artists. It documents Kikel's tenure as the arts and entertainment editor for Bay Windows, New England's leading LGBT weekly, from 1983 when it was first founded until he retired in 2004. The collection consists of a variety of materials, the bulk of which date from the early 1960s to 2004. It includes an extensive compilation of manuscripts of Kikel's poetry, copies of his scholarly and professional writings, an assortment of significant LGBT periodicals, and correspondence from many acclaimed gay poets, including Thom Gunn, Richard Howard, Felice Picano, Paul Monette, and James Merrill, to cite just a few.
Repository:: John Hay Library
Collection call no:: Ms.2008.029

King (Florence) papers

Formal title:: Florence King papers
Extent:: 8 linear feet
Date range:: 1897-2015 (bulk 1936-2015)
Abstract:: Florence King’s papers document her life as a writer and social commentator. This collection includes correspondence with publishers and agents, book contracts, publicity, reviews, tearsheets, manuscripts and letters that King received from fans of her work. The manuscripts, tearsheets, literary correspondence and copies of columns provide great detail into Miss King’s writing career. Her financial records give insight into what a writer of her time was paid for her work. The correspondence often includes the letters King received as well as a copy of her reply which makes it easy to follow conversations and see context. There are a few personal photographs and letters with friends but not much of an intimate nature.
Repository:: John Hay Library
Collection call no:: Ms.2016.001

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