Jesse Stuart Papers, 1940-1978

Overview of the Collection

Title
Jesse Stuart Papers
Dates
1940-1978 (inclusive)
Quantity
.25 linear feet of shelf space, (1 box)
Collection Number
Cage 413 (collection)
Summary
This collection includes: correspondence, principally with Margaret Hilty; clippings, scrapbooks, a photograph, and other papers relating to Jesse Hilton Stuart's writings.
Repository
Washington State University Libraries' Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections (MASC)
Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections
Terrell Library Suite 12
Pullman, WA
99164-5610
Telephone: 509-335-6691
mascref@wsu.edu
Access Restrictions

This collection is open and available for research use.

Languages
English

Biographical NoteReturn to Top

The late Poet Laureate of Kentucky, Jesse Hilton Stuart published 2,000 poems, 460 short stories, and more than 60 books. [source: Jesse Stuart Foundation]

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

This collection includes: correspondence, principally with Margaret Hilty; clippings, scrapbooks, a photograph, and other papers relating to Jesse Hilton Stuart's writings.

Use of the CollectionReturn to Top

Restrictions on Use

Copyright restrictions apply.

Preferred Citation

[Item Description] Jesse Stuart Papers, 1940-1978

Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections Washington State University Libraries Pullman, WA

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Arrangement

This collection is arranged in a single series.

Acquisition Information

This collection was donated by Margaret Hilty in 1978.

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Container(s) Description Dates
Box Folder
1 1 Correspondence 1944-1975
1 2 Correspondence: collection donor Margaret Hilty to Washington State University archivist 1978 August 12
1 3 Documentation relating to Stuart's autobiography, The Threat That Runs So True. circa 1950
1 4 Letter to Margaret Hilty. 1969 December 23
1 5 Scrapbook material. 1953-1970
1 6 Photograph: Jesse Stuart, Naomi Deane Stuart; Sturgill Family; Margaret Hilty and Family circa 1940-1941

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Authors, American--20th Century--Correspondence