Manuscripts Index
Thomas Korn Photograph Collection, 1933-1976 (SP0099)
0.5 cubic foot (13 folders, 129 photographs, 434 negatives)
The Thomas Korn Photograph Collection contains photographs and negatives taken by Joplin, Missouri, photographer Thomas Korn.
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Joan Louis Kort Papers, 1958-1998 (K1280)
1 c.f.
Kort was International President of B'nai B'rith Women (Jewish Women International). Includes speeches, correspondence, news articles, publications, and photographs.
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Cleo D. Kottwitz Papers, 1960s-2019 (CA6536)
4.4 cubic feet, 1 DVD
The papers of a Methodist minister who worked in various locations throughout Missouri include funeral programs; sermons for funeral and weddings performed; presentations on the circuit rider Jacob Lanius; and work with the United Methodist Rural Fellowship and Town and Country Ministries. The collection also includes a small amount of material concerning the nursing career of his wife, Ellen Olmsted Kottwitz, as well as material concerning the Missouri Heifer Project and the International Farm Youth Exchange.
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Kountz Family Papers, 1862-2003 (S1180)
3 cubic feet
The Kountz Family Papers contains photographs, scrapbooks, yearbooks, certificates, and 8mm home movies documenting the lives of the Kountz family.
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Jacob P. Kraft Family Papers, 1950-2010 (K1040)
0.25 c.f.
Family papers of former Film Projection/Engineer for KCTV. Includes family history and genealogy of the Kravchenko/Kraft family, Jewish publications, cook book, and Yarmulkes.
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Roger Bennett Kraft Architectural Records Collection, 1980-2010 (K0813)
220 c.f.
Architectural drawings, project files, photographs and supporting documents relating to new structures and renovations designed by Kraft, a Kansas City architect/artist known for his creative use of space and design.. Also drawings and files relating to furniture also designed by Kraft.
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Kenneth Krakauer Papers, 1890-2000 (K0777)
9 c.f.
Research and writing relating to the history of golf in Kansas City by civic leader Krakauer, the author of the book, "When Golf Came to Kansas City."
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Marlene D. Krakow Papers, 1978 (K1278)
0.01 c.f.
Opening speech for Synagogue Shir Chadash given by Krakow.
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Kramer and Harms Architecture Firm Records, 1949-1980 (S0781)
24 cubic feet
Gerhardt Kramer and Joe G. Harms formed the Kramer and Harms Architecture firm in St. Louis in 1956. The firm worked on restoring several historic buildings in the St. Loui area, including the Eugene Field House and the Chatillon-DeMenil House. They also worked on the historic village at Faust Park, the Thomas Sappington House, and the Palm House in Tower Grove Park. The collection consists of architectural plans for properties the company worked on throughout its existence.
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Herbert George Kramer Papers, n.d., 1962-1969 (C1951)
0.02 cubic feet (1 folder)
History and clergy of Mary Help Catholic Church, Osage County, MO; history of Bonnot's Mill area; and remembrance of his mother, Veronica Franken Kramer.
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Norbert A. Kramer Photograph Collection, 1940-1958 (P1027)
Photographs taken by Brother Norbert A. Kramer, S.M. in and near Hermann, Missouri, includes descriptions of photos and possible dates for photos.
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Lilian Kranitz Papers, 1923-1983 (K0238)
1 c.f.
Taped interviews and written transcripts of 13 Holocaust survivors from Lodz, Poland. Also includes notes, reports, and articles on historical background and policies towards Eastern European Jews.
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Lillian Kranitz-Sanders Papers, 1982 (K0877)
0.04 c.f. (1 folder)
A history of the Kansas City Philharmonic Orchestra based on oral histories conducted by Lilian Kranitz (1923-2007).
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Harry Krantz and Miriam Levitt Krantz Papers, 1949-1968 (K0955)
0.02 c.f.
Krantz was elected to the Prairie Village, KS, city council. Includes newspaper clippings, Prairie Village Democratic Club campaign sheet, and a Talman Grill menu.
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Rachel Krantz Papers, 1945-1946 (K1296)
0.1 c.f.
Papers include two 8x10 black and white photographs of the Jewish Community Center 1945-1946 varsity basketball team. Their record for that season was 19-6. They placed first in City League and second in the City Tourney Class B. Some team members have been identified, including Alex Krantz.
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Paul Kranzberg Papers, 1899-1994 (S0716)
3 cubic feet, 60 folders, 291 photographs
The Paul Kranzberg Papers contain correspondence, photographs, yearbooks, and newspaper clippings pertaining to his career as a St. Louis business owner and advertising executive. Kranzberg was the founder of Padco Advertising Company, co-founder of Affiliated Advertising Agencies International, and worked for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s Food Advertising Department during the Great Depression.
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Bernard (Bud) Louis Krasne Family Papers, 1964-2009 (K0896)
0.75 c.f.
Correspondence, genealogical research, newspaper clippings, business cards, digital materials, and photographs pertaining to Bud and Millie Krasne and their daughter Barbara.
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Christian Kratzer Affidavit, 1842 (C1700)
0.02 cubic feet (1 folder)
Kratzer's affidavit swearing to ownership of described land.
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Henrietta Park Krause Collection, 1904-1949 (P0171)
0.38 linear feet, 1 volume
A series of photographs from the daughter of Governor Guy B. Park, this collection includes numerous photographs of Gov. Park, a 1933 Century of Progress photo album featuring views of the Missouri Commission exhibit, a series of images on the Huckleberry Finn Streamliner dedication in Hannibal, National Governor's Conventions, the Missouri State Fair, Camp Clark in Nevada, MO, Church Prison Farm near Jefferson City, Governor Forrest Smith's Inaugeration, Mark Twain Memorial Bridge dedication, notable Missourians, elected officials, and state government staff.
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Joan Miday Krauskopf Papers, 1970-1982 (C3912)
3.3 cubic feet
Joan M. Krauskopf was a law professor at the University of Missouri . Her papers relate to the women's movement, the campaigns for the Equal Rights Amendment in Missouri and in the U.S. Congress, and to her specialty of family law. Included in the collection are correspondence, promotional literature, articles/testimonies by Krauskopf, and many articles and newspaper clippings concerning the ERA.
August Kreilich Papers, 1886 (R0022)
0.01 cubic foot (1 folder)
The August Kreilich Papers contain a photocopy of a contract with instructions for August Kreilich regarding being lighthouse keeper. Kreilich was the keeper of the lights at the Saline Rocks on the Mississippi River in Sainte Genevieve, Missouri. The contract was issued on March 27, 1886 by the U.S. Light House Establishment.
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A. Krekel Post Card, no date (C1579)
0.02 cubic feet (1 folder)
To F.S. Arnold, Sedalia, MO, from Jefferson City, MO.
Inquiry about the Grosbeck and Ph. sale arrangements. Krekel will approve or reject sale.
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Gary R. Kremer Papers, 1961-2019 (CA6143)
11.2 cubic feet, 42 audio cassettes, 4 CDs, 3 DVDs, 4 video cassettes, 329.9 MB of digital files
The papers of the Director of the State Historical Society of Missouri primarily contain correspondence, publications, research material, and audiovisual material.
Robert Harry Krieger Papers, 1917-1983 (S0227)
0.25 cubic foot
The Robert Harry Krieger Papers contain three journals and military certificates documenting Krieger's service in the United States Army with the 198th Chemical Depot Company and as a stock clerk in the European Theater of Operations and the Asiatic-Pacific Theatre during World War II. Additionally, the collection contains Robert’s father’s World War I journal from when he served in the United States Naval Reserve Forces on a submarine chaser and minesweeping ship.
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Raymond Kringer Collection, 1944-1945 (S0390)
0.50 cubic feet
The Raymond Kringer Collection consists of correspondence written by Krieger while serving as a cryptographer in the United States Army Air Forces in India during World War II.
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Kroeger Family Papers, 1850-1960 (S0482)
0.8 cubic foot, 34 folders, 142 photographs
Dr. Ernest Kroeger (1862-1934) was a composer, educator, and musician who founded and directed Kroeger School of Music and directed musical programs for the Louisiana Purchase Exposition. The collection contains correspondence, publications, documents, and photographs relating to Dr. Kroeger and his family.
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Otto and Joe Kroeger Photograph Collection, 1920-1994 (P0002)
0.2 cubic feet, 455 photographs, 6 audio cassettes
The Kroeger collection is comprised of 455 glass plate negatives, film negatives, photographs, newspaper articles and letters. Photographers were Otto and his son, Joseph Kroeger, both of Jefferson City, Missouri. Also included are six interviews of the Kroeger family on audio cassettes.
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Peter Krohn Papers, 1847-1869 (C4306)
0.2 cubic feet (2 folders)
The papers contain schoolwork consisting of trigonometry and navigation calculations; merchandise accounts; tax receipts; affidavit of Peter Krohn accepting the duties of the post office, and an internal revenue license granted to Peter Krohn of Linn, Missouri, as a retail dealer, 1847-1869.
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Wilhelm Kroll Collection, 1967 (K1253)
0.01 c.f.
The papers are comprised of a narrative written by Ruth H. Cochran about her grandfather, Wilhelm Kroll. This narrative was written to Frederick Fry, Kroll's great-grandson, presumably so that Fry would know of the experiences his ancestor went through.
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Young-Hie Nahm Kromm Papers, 1958-2021 (S0449)
11 cubic feet
The Young-Hie Nahm Kromm Papers consist of architectural plans, correspondence, site specifications, floor plans, photographs, and meeting minutes documenting Kromm’s career as a Korean-American woman architect with Kromm, Rikimaru, and Johansen Inc.
Henry Kuck Letters, 1861-1865 (S0242)
0.15 cubic foot, 5 folders
This collection consists of letters written by Henry Kuck to his wife, Metta Kuck, while he served in Company G, 31st Missouri Volunteers, during the Civil War. In the letters, Kuck describes the siege of Vicksburg, the battle of Atlanta, and military actions in Alabama, Tennessee, and Georgia.
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Kucker Studio Co. Photographs, 1931-1940 (P1072)
Photographs by Kucker Studio, Springfield, Missouri, of the Springfield area and elected representatives and officials.
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Kuemmel Family Books, 1859-1927 (C1135)
1.1 cubic feet (19 volumes)
Account books, cash books, and letter books of the family of George F. Kuemmel.
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Cornelia A. Kuemmel Account Book, 1901-1933 (C1133)
0.06 cubic feet (1 volume)
Household expenses, recorded in Glasgow, MO.
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George Frederick Kuemmel Dictionary, 1855 (C1134)
0.01 cubic feet (1 volume)
Brief German-English dictionary compiled by German-born music teacher in Glasgow, MO.
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George Frederick Kuemmel Geometry Notebook, 1849 (C1136)
0.02 cubic feet (1 volume)
Geometry exercises.
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George Frederick Kuemmel Record Book, 1873-1875 (C1139)
0.01 cubic feet (1 volume)
Contains weather records, garden and egg accounts, and expenses for chickens.
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George Frederick Kuemmel Papers, 1875-1922 (C1138)
0.25 cubic feet (4 folders)
Papers pertaining to George Kuemmel’s time as a music instructor and other financial dealings, as well as miscellaneous papers and news clippings.
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George Frederick Kuemmel Record Book, 1872-1881 (C1137)
0.02 cubic feet (1 volume)
A few pages contain garden and miscellaneous accounts, and remainder of book consists of paragraphs about murders and suicides written in German.
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Natalie Wagner Kuemmel Notebook, 1861-1869 (C1140)
0.01 cubic feet (1 volume)
Jokes, daybook for 1861 and letter record book, 1863-1869.
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William Kuemmel Daybook, 1856-1860 (C1141)
0.04 cubic feet (1 volume)
Owner of a general merchandise firm in St. Louis, Kuemmel emigrated to the U.S. from Germany.
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John Kuhlman Papers, no date (CA6337)
0.1 cubic feet, 7 computer discs
The papers of a professor of economics at the University of Missouri from 1961 to 1985 include digital copies of correspondence from students and administrators, news articles, a lecture, and miscellaneous documents, as well as a reminiscence of his teaching career.
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Kuk Sool Won, St. Louis Records, 1988-2010 (S0338)
7 cubic feet
The Kuk Sool Won, St. Louis Records contain photographs, scrapbooks, and tests documenting the school's dedication to teaching Kuk Sool Won, a traditional Korean martial arts system founded in 1958 by In Hyuk Suh.
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Frederick August Kullman Papers, 1855-1980 (R0120)
0.03 cubic foot (3 folders)
The Frederick August Kullman Papers contain photocopies of the miscellaneous papers and Civil War diary of Frederick A. Kullman, a resident of Cole Camp, Benton County, Missouri, and a soldier in the 13th Missouri Cavalry. His papers include confirmation and emigration certificates from Bavaria, military service records, correspondence, photographs, and genealogical information on the Kullman family. The wartime diary covers service at Rolla and Licking, Missouri in 1865.
G.S. Kunkel Autobiography, 1918 (C0463)
0.02 cubic feet (1 folder)
Memoirs of G.S. Kunkel of Oregon, Holt County, MO. Mentions milling, Brigham Young, a trip to Pike's Peak, the Black Hills, Indian and Mormon massacres, California, Chinese inhabitants, gold mining, Virginia City, Mark Twain, patents, and his family.
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Kupferer Family Papers, 1941-1946 (C4575)
0.15 cubic feet (3 folders)
The Kupferer family papers contain correspondence between Edward and Henrietta Kupferer, Edward’s military papers, and an account of a trip to California made by Henrietta to visit Edward during his basic training in 1943.
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Neal F. Kurz Papers, 1963-1994 (K1102)
0.2 c.f.
The Neal F. Kurz Papers contains materials related to Kurz's career as a customer service representative with Trans World Airlines. The collection primarily consists of shift change reports compiled by Kurz.
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Edward A. Kutzner Special Order, 1863 (C1508)
0.02 cubic feet (1 folder)
Special Order No. 42 to discharge William O. Bartrum, a private in Company A, 2nd Provisional Regiment, E.M.M., by order of Col. Kutzner, Commander.
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Jonathan Kwitny Papers, 1957-1993 (C4081)
17.0 cubic feet (360 folders), 1 audio cassette, 1 video cassette
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KWTO Newsletter Collection, 1944-1951 (R0834)
0.25 cubic foot (2 folder)
These are 45 issues of 'the KWTO Dial', a monthly publication of the radio station KWTO at Springfield in Greene County, Missouri, from June 1944 to November 1951. Each issue contains a broadcast schedule and news about the station's programs and staff.