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M. Charles Bakst papers

These papers date from 1927-2009 and include the personal papers and materials of Merrill Charles Bakst, Brown '66 and journalist for the Providence Journal. Includes manuscripts, correspondence, notebooks, ephemera, photographs, audiocassettes and videotapes related to his student days at Brown and his career as a reporter and columnist.
Format(s): Manuscripts, Graphics, Audio Files, Video Files, Letters, Documents
Library: John Hay
NOTE: This collection is housed off-site. Prior notice is needed for retrieval
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Access to the collection:

Online Catalog (BruKnow):


Other Online Access:
RIAMCO: Guide to the M. Charles Bakst papers , 1927-2009 (bulk 1962-2008)