Manuscripts Index
Justice of the Peace, Henry County, Missouri Records, 1849-1858 (R0229)
1 volume microfilmed
The Justice of the Peace, Henry County, Missouri Records contain a microfilm copy of records of cases heard by William B. Means, justice of the peace at Clinton, Henry County, Missouri.
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John Jutton Scrapbook, 1959 (C3413)
0.06 cubic feet (3 folders)
The collection contains a scrapbook compiled for a journalism class. Included are draft and final articles concerning Dean William Bradshaw of the University of Missouri School of Business and Public Administration, University of Missouri, and local and national news. Also includes miscellaneous quizzes.
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Karl S. Kabelac Papers, 1981-1983 (C4667)
0.1 cubic feet (2 folders)
The papers of Karl S. Kabelac contain correspondence with Charles Van Ravenswaay and discuss research into fruit plates and prints, 1981-1983.
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Alfred Kahn Papers, 1959-1988 (S0907)
10 cubic feet
The Alfred Kahn Papers contain correspondence, audio cassette tapes, press releases, and conference materials pertaining to Kahn's career as an African-American environmental activist in the St. Louis region. The materials in the collection reflect Kahn's interest in urban zoning and regional planning. Other topics of interest include materials on the St. Louis Committee for Black Survival, an African American activist group concerned with the urban environment.
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Jane Guthman Kahn Papers, 1952-1957, 1969 (C4365)
0.1 cubic feet (3 folders)
The papers of Jane Guthman Kahn contain material concerning Press Time, a publication of the University of Missouri Journalism Students' Association and include issues of the publication and correspondence with nationally-known members of the journalism and advertising fields on various topics of interest to journalism students.
Norman Benjamin Kahn Papers, 1939-2011 (K1270)
3 c.f.
Kahn was a businessman, entrepreneur, community leader, supporter of the arts, and contributor to Jewish and community causes. Includes correspondence, reports and other materials relating to the Kansas City Philharmonic and Kansas City Symphony and other organization in which he was involved.
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Kahoka Methodist Church Papers, 1962 (C3377)
0.02 cubic feet (1 folder)
History of church compiled for its 100th anniversary by Alma Bridget; fragment of copy of letter from F.F. Audsley to his wife.
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Esther Kaiser Collection, 1896, 1945 (C0208)
0.02 cubic feet (1 folder)
Three letters on the early life of Richard Parks Bland and Hartford Academy, Ohio County, Kentucky. Copy of letter by Bland from Lebanon, Missouri, about his defeat in the Democratic presidential primary, 1896.
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Kaiser-Pilgrim Family Papers, 1880s-1930s (C4339)
0.3 cubic feet (9 folders)
Assorted photographs of the Kaiser-Pilgrim families, also including genealogical notes and artistic sketches by Martin Kaiser.
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Kalb Family Papers, 1909-1985 (S0272)
1 cubic foot
The Kalb Family Papers consist of correspondence, photographs, scrapbooks, patents, and financial reports pertaining to the Kalb family and Kalb Electric Company’s establishment and operation. Founded in 1909 by Ralph Tennent Kalb, Sr., the Kalb Electric Company is a Maplewood-area business dedicated to lighting installation, chandelier and lamp restoration, and custom lighting designs. Kalb, Sr. also served as a City of Maplewood Councilman for nearly 14 years.
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Al Kalen Photograph Collection, no date (P0950)
2 photographs
Photos of Dr. Frank G. Nifong and his wife
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Albert Kalikow and Betty Pucker Kalikow Papers, 1961-2001 (K0858)
0.2 c.f.
Cookbooks, stationery, business cards, labels, a sign, a bag, an apron, and photocopies of a menu and magazine clippings for the Betty Kalikow Catering Company.
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Arthur L. Kalleberg Papers, 1961-1976 (C3597)
0.2 cubic feet (11 folders)
The papers of Arthur L. Kalleberg contain personal and departmental records and correspondence relating to the resignation of University President C. Brice Ratchford, the organization of the University of Missouri-Columbia Chapter of the National Educational Association, and the suspension of visiting associate professor of political science Patrick T. Dougherty. Kalleberg was a University of Missouri professor of political science.
Louis and Bernita Anna (Quick) Kallenbach Family Papers, 1897-1960 (S1216)
1 cubic foot
The collection contains correspondence that Louis and Bernita Kallenbach and their sons, Maurice and Travis, sent to or received from relatives, friends, and business associates. The collection also contains photographs, school report cards, and a bank book.
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Elinor Fox Kamen Papers, 1940-1943 (K0944)
0.5 c.f.
Radio scripts and other documents relating to Kamen's career in radio broadcasting while working on the radio programs "The Little Red Schoolhouse" and "Women in the News."
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Kanardy L. Taylor Collection on J. Christian Bay, 1922-1959 (C4507)
0.8 cubic feet (18 folders)
Correspondence, photographs, and books written or edited by Jens Christian Bay, a Danish-American writer and librarian. Most were sent as gifts to Kanardy L. Taylor.
Kane County, Illinois, Cemetery Inscriptions, 1838-1926 (C2360)
0.04 cubic feet (2 folders)
Inscriptions from four cemeteries: Garfield Cemetery, Wasco, 1845-1962; Little Wood Cemetery, Dunham Woods, 1838-1962; Thatcher Cemetery, Maple Park, 1842-1962; and Whitney Cemetery, Wasco, 1837-1962.
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Kansas Centennial Stamp, 1961 (C2812)
0.02 cubic feet (1 folder)
Official first day cover of mailing of the Kansas centennial stamp from Council Grove, KS, May 10, 1961.
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Kansas City "Alternate News" Collection, 1982-1985 (K0193)
0.57 c.f. (16 folders)
Scattered issues of a weekly newsletter published in Kansas City, MO, directed to the gay and lesbian community.
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Kansas City (MO) School District Desegregation Clippings, 1961-1999 (K1024)
1 c.f.
Newspaper clippings from Kansas City area newspapers concerning the Kansas City School District desegregation efforts.
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Kansas City Academy of Medicine Records, 1890-1924 (K0187)
0.1 c.f.
A history and minutes of the Academy, a competitor to the Jackson County Medical Society. Photographs, a calendar and a program are also included.
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Kansas City and Memphis Railway and Bridge Company Records, 1888-1894 (R0090)
(1 roll of microfilm)
The Kansas City and Memphis Railway and Bridge Company Records contain a microfilm copy of financial records. Organized in 1887 to bridge the Mississippi River at Memphis, Tennessee, this company was controlled by the Kansas City, Fort Scott, and Memphis Railroad system.
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Kansas City Archaeological Society Papers, 1962-1988 (K0834)
0.3 c.f.
Organizational records including minutes, membership files, reports, correspondence and other documents related to activities of the chapter.
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Kansas City Architectural Foundation (KCAF) Records, 1954-1999 (K1025)
1 c.f.
Organizational records including board minutes, reports, articles of incorporation, by-laws, correspondence and some records of early awards and events and. Also Center for Understanding the Built Environment (CUBE) related material.
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Kansas City Area Aircraft Photographs, 1931-1932 (K1399)
0.03 cubic foot (2 folders, 34 photographs, 8 negatives)
The Kansas City Area Aircraft Photographs contain photographs and negatives depicting a variety of aircraft at airports around the Kansas City metropolitan area dated from 1931 to 1932.
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Kansas City Area Archivists (KCAA) Records, 1978-2007 (K0066)
11 c.f.
Organization records including, constitution and bylaws, financial records, correspondence, and minutes and proceedings, committee files, and publications for a local professional association of archivists.
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Kansas City Area Development Council/Prime Time Records, 1964-1992 (K0760)
45 c.f.
Organizational records of the Council's Prime Time office including minutes, correspondence, working files, news releases, photographs, slides, and videotapes documenting efforts to promote Kansas City nationally.
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Kansas City Area Missouri Equal Rights Amendment Coalition Records, 1972-1982 (K0515)
5 c.f.
The collection contains administrative records for the Kansas City regional office relating to the effort to pass the Equal Rights Amendment in Missouri. It includes minutes, bylaws, correspondence, newsletters, clippings, financial documents, speeches, reports, and other materials, dated between 1972 and 1982.
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Kansas City Area Promotional Materials, 1991-1995 (K1369)
0.5 c.f.
This collection consists of business association publications promoting Platte Count, the Northland Chamber of Commerce, and the Missouri Western State College. In addition, there is a large collection of numbered promotional negatives all related to the greater Kansas City Area.
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Kansas City Assessors Office Records, 1833-1908 (K0373)
1.2 c.f.
Jackson County Court [road]records 1833-1908 includes establishment of roads, vacation of roads, streets, alleys; Assessors Office records 1866-1891 include roads, alleys, streets, roadway and sidewalk tax assessments
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Kansas City Athenaem Collection, 1901-1962 (K1026)
0.02 c.f. (3 folders)
The Athenaeum was a culture and philanthropic organization. Includes Music Department programs and history.
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Kansas City Athletic Club (KCAC) Records, 1919, 1931-1941 (K0153)
0.4 c.f. (6 folders)
Monthly financial journal reports on the KCAC building's operation showing income and expenses for advertising, catering, rooms, insurance, debt retirement, and the bar. Also a time record book for employees. ..
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Kansas City B'nai B'rith Girls Council (BBG) Records, 1963-1964 (K1027)
0.1 c.f.
The sorority component of B'nai B'rith Youth Organization (BBYO), BBG helped Jewish teenage girls build leadership potential, self-improvement, and develop Jewish identity. Includes a scrapbook "record of memories".
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Kansas City Board of Trade Records, 1873-1978 (K0063)
320 c.f.
Administrative records including minutes, correspondence, transportation files, membership, public relations, legal files, reports, "The Grain Market Review" and associated materials from the Kansas City Board of Trade
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Kansas City Branch, American Postal Workers Accident Benefit Association Records, 1927-1991 (K0110)
1 c.f.
Organizational documents including correspondence, bylaws, membership rosters and convention material, but primarily newsletters for the Kansas City branch.
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Kansas City Camerata Records, 1990-1998 (K1028)
8 c.f.
Organizational records for a premier chamber-sized orchestra. Includes board minutes, advertising/public relations and promotional files, clippings and reviews, ticket sales, budgets/financial records, and video and audio of performances.
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Kansas City Century Box Collection, 2001 (K0386)
1 c.f.
Duplicates of documents, media, and items placed into the Century Box to be opened at the beginning of the 21st century.
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Kansas City Chamber of Commerce Civic Department Scrapbooks, 1922-1927 (K0356)
0.2 c.f.
Newspaper clippings discussing every aspect of Kansas City including politics, city planning, recreation, education, scandals, streets, health, law enforcement, the state constitution, taxes, and elections among many other issues of the day.
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Kansas City Chamber of Commerce Photographs, 1935-1940 (P0280)
14 photographs
Photographs of Kansas City, ca. 1939 and 1954, with a focus on views of the city and local attractions.
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Kansas City Chapter, Missouri Society-Sons of the Revolution, 1776 Records, 1896-2006 (K1264)
12 c.f.
Organizational records of the chapter including membership applications, scrapbooks, correspondence, minutes, photographs, and publications.
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Kansas City Christian Church Hospital Photograph Collection, 1920 (P1092)
Photographs of doctors and staff from Kansas City Christian Church Hospital.
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Kansas City College of Veterinary Medicine Records, 1905 (K1029)
0.25 c.f.
Includes diplomas and class composite photographs.
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Kansas City Consensus Records, 1984-2003 (K0761)
37.75 c.f.
Consensus provided a citizen voice in public policies discussions. Organizational files dealing with the method and content of the various initiatives explored and undertaken by Kansas City Consensus. Included are Executive Committee and other committee minutes, reports, and working data; information on task forces that focused on topics; background research data; and financial reports and working papers.
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Kansas City Convention Hall Records, 1899-1936 (K0269)
7.63 c.f.
Minutes from the Directors, Executives, Stockholders, Trustees. Also financial reports that include stocks, ledgers, subscriptions, cash records, and journals; event records; correspondence, and other organizational materials; scrapbooks of media coverage of the history and activities of Convention Hall, and many of Kansas City's civic events; and a large number of photos. Includes files of the General Relief Committee.
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Kansas City Dietetic Association (KCDA) Records, 1947-1988 (K0763)
1 c.f.
KCDA promotes the dietetic profession, the science and education of dietetics, and improving human nutrition. Includes minutes, correspondence, treasurers' reports, policy manuals, membership lists, Constitutions and Bylaws, and newsletters.
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Kansas City Evening Alumnae Chapter of Mu Phi Epsilon Scrapbook, 1958-1975 (K0764)
0.25 c.f.
Mu Phi Eplison is a is a coeducational, professional music fraternity. Scrapbook of programs, newspaper clippings, correspondence, cards, newsletters, photographs, postcards, brochures and flyers.
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Kansas City Expo '92 Records, 1987-1992 (K1036)
1 c.f.
Organizational records for the Kansas City exhibit at the last World's Fair of the 20th century in Seville, Spain (Kansas City's sister city). Includes planning documents, correspondence, committee minutes and reports, promotional material, brochures, and newspaper and magazine clippings,
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Kansas City Federation of Musicians Local 34-627 Records, 1889-1983 (K0431)
45 c.f.
Administrative records of two Musicians Unions in Kansas City: Local 34 and Local 627 (African-American), before and after their merger in 1970. Includes correspondence, financial and membership records, biographical information, case files, court cases, materials on wage and employment disputes, public relations files, and newspaper clippings.