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J. K. Osborne papers, 1956-2011
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Osborne, J. K., 1941-
- Title
- J. K. Osborne papers
- Dates
- 1956-2011 (inclusive)19562011
- Quantity
- 4.05 cubic feet (6 boxes plus 1 vertical file)
- Collection Number
- 4043
- Summary
- Correspondence, manuscripts, interviews, clippings, family papers, and other papers of J. K. Osborne, a poet based in Seattle, Washington
- Repository
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University of Washington Libraries, Special Collections
Special Collections
University of Washington Libraries
Box 352900
Seattle, WA
98195-2900
Telephone: 2065431929
Fax: 2065431931
speccoll@uw.edu - Access Restrictions
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Open to all users, but access to portions of the collection is restricted. Contact Special Collections for details.
Some records stored offsite; advance notice required for use.
- Languages
- English
Biographical NoteReturn to Top
Poet J. K. Osborne, known to friends and family as Ken, was born in 1941. He graduated from the University of Washington with an M.A. in literature, and has been published in various anthologies and literary magazines. He has also published collections of poetry and co-founded the poetry magazine Madrona in 1972.
In 1968, Osborne, a contientious objector, was sentenced to four years in prison. He ultimately spent eighteen months at McNeil Island Penitentiary. Osborne published his memoir of his time in prison, called I Refuse, in 1971.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
Correspondence, manuscripts, interviews, clippings, family papers, and other papers of J. K. Osborne.
Use of the CollectionReturn to Top
Restrictions on Use
Restrictions may exist on copying, quotation, or publication. Contact Special Collections, University of Washington Libraries for details.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Arrangement
Organized into 4 accessions.
- Accession No. 4043-001, J. K. Osborne papers, 1971-1988
- Accession No. 4043-002, J. K. Osborne papers, 1956-2002 (bulk 1970-1980)
- Accession No. 4043-003, J. K. Osborne papers, 1959-2011
- Accession No. 4043-004, J. K. Osborne papers, 1968-1969
Separated Materials
Material Described Separately:J.K. Osborne photograph collection (PH2017-074)
Preservation Note
Some records stored offsite; advance notice required for use.
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
Accession No. 4043-001: J. K. Osborne papers, 1971-1988Return to Top
Scope and Content: Correspondence, literary manuscripts, photographs and related items, taped interviews, ca. 1971-1988.
Box 2 includes tape-recorded interviews with Richard Hugo, William Stafford, Eve Triem, and others.
Restrictions on Access: Presume open to all users.
Restrictions on Use: Creator's literary rights retained by individual authors and photographers.
Acquisition Info: Ken Osborne, El Paso TX, 1989-06-01
Accession No. 4043-002: J. K. Osborne papers, 1956-2002 (bulk 1970-1980)Return to Top
Scope and Content: Manuscripts and proofs of books, "I Refuse," et al, journals, 5- 3.5 inch disks, 1 CD containing journals (1984-2002), and publications by Osborne and others.
Restrictions on Access: Access restricted: For terms of access contact Special Collections
Records stored offsite; advance notice required for use.
Restrictions on Use: Creator's literary rights retained. Contact Special Collections for details
J. K. Osborne retains copyright during his lifetime. After his death, all literary and copyrights are given to UW Libraries.
Acquisition Info: [Information not available], 2010-06-24
Accession No. 4043-003: J. K. Osborne papers, 1959-2011Return to Top
Scope and Content: Documents, clippings, and scrapbook pages relating to Osborne's school years and later, old passports, family materials, correspondence, and poetry from friends.
Restrictions on Access: Open to all users.
Acquisition Info: J. K. Osborne via Steve Wilen, 2013.
| Container(s) | Description | Dates | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Box/Folder | Accession | ||
| 1/1 | 4043-003 | Education - High school and college |
1959-1964 |
| 1/2 | 4043-003 | Clippings and scrapbook pages |
1958-1982 |
| 1/3 | 4043-003 | Passports |
1966-2003 |
| 1/4 | 4043-003 | Genealogical files |
1990-2008 |
| 1/5 | 4043-003 | Memorial leaflets for family |
2001; 2008 |
| 1/6 | 4043-003 | Book of poems from John Levy |
2003 |
| 1/7 | 4043-003 | Correspondence - from Steve Wilen |
2011 |
| 1/8 | 4043-003 | "Kleber's Canvas / Lembranças do Kleber" (floppy
disk) |
undated |
Accession No. 4043-004: J. K. Osborne papers, 1968-1969Return to Top
Scope and Content: Three letters written by Ken Osborne to Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Osborne while Ken was in prison at the McNeil Island Penitentiary. The letters primarily discuss travel, religion, family, his work and writing, and his upcoming parole hearing. One of the letters is a photocopy.
Restrictions on Access: Open to all users.
Restrictions on Use: Creator's literary rights transferred to the University of Washington Libraries.
Acquisition Info: Katherine Osborne, 2012-02-13
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Conscientious objectors--Washington (State)
- Ex-convicts--Washington (State)
- Imprisonment--Poetry
- Poets, American--Washington (State)
Personal Names
- Osborne, J. K., 1941---Archives
- Osborne, J. K., 1941---Family
- Osborne, J. K., 1941---Friends and associates
- Osborne, J. K., 1941---Interviews
Form or Genre Terms
- Ephemera
- Galley proofs
- Interviews
- Manuscripts for publication
Other Creators
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Personal Names
- Hugo, Richard, 1923-1982 (creator)
- Stafford, William, 1914-1993 (interviewee)
- Triem, Eve, 1902-1992 (interviewee)
- Webb, Charles (interviewee)
- Zambaras, Vassilis (interviewee)
Corporate Names
- Madrona (periodical) (creator)
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Personal Papers/Corporate Records (University of Washington)
