Collection context
Summary
- Abstract:
- The Baker, K. mss., 1958-1978, consists of correspondence, manuscripts, and other materials of modern authors collected by businessman Keith Baker, 1906-1986.
- Extent:
- 7 Folders
- Language:
- English .
- Preferred citation:
[Item], Baker, K. mss., Lilly Library, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana.
Background
- Biographical / Historical:
Keith Baker, 1906-1986, was born in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, on June 4, 1906, to Max and Goldye Nathan Baker. After graduating from the University of Wisconsin at Madison, Baker started working for Baker Paper Co., the company his father had started in 1899. During World War II, Baker served as an officer in the Army Air Corps. On his return, he continued working for Baker Paper Co. and eventually became owner and president of the business. He was an avid collector of art and manuscripts. Baker retired in 1985 and died on April 11, 1986.
- Scope and Content:
The Baker, K. mss., 1958-1978, consists of correspondence, manuscripts, and other materials of modern authors collected by businessman Keith Baker, 1906-1986.
- Acquisition information:
- Transfer: 1993
- Arrangement:
This collection is arranged following original order.
- Physical location:
- Lilly - Short
Access
- RESTRICTIONS:
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This collection is open for research.
Many collections are housed offsite; retrieval requires advance notice. Please make an appointment a minimum of one week in advance of your visit.
- TERMS OF ACCESS:
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Photography and digitization may be restricted for some collections. Copyright restrictions may apply. Before publishing, researchers are responsible for securing permission from all applicable rights holders, then filling out the Permission to Publish form.
- PREFERRED CITATION:
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[Item], Baker, K. mss., Lilly Library, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana.
- CAMPUS:
- Indiana University Bloomington
- LOCATION OF THIS COLLECTION:
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1200 East Seventh StreetBloomington, Indiana 47405-5500, USA
- CAMPUS:
- Indiana University Bloomington
- CONTACT:
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(812) 855-2452liblilly@indiana.edu