Papers, 1952-, 1952-1989.

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Papers, 1952-, 1952-1989.

Includes literary productions and photographs. Collection bulks with typed drafts, final drafts and galley proofs of fiction and non-fiction written by Kelton, including novels, journal articles written for the "West Texas Livestock Weekly," and a biography of Frank G. McCarthy.

29,879 leaves

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McCarthy, Frank C., 1924-2002

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Kelton, Elmer

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Writer, editor. Born 1926 on the Five Wells Ranch in Andrews County, Texas. His family moved to the McElroy Ranch near Crane, Texas, where his father became ranch manager. Kelton attended the University of Texas (1942-1944, 1946-1948), receiving a B.A. in journalism. Began writing fiction, publishing his first story in "Range Romances" in 1948. While also working as agricultural editor on the San Angelo "Standard Times" (1948-1963); editor of "The Ranch Magazine" (1963-1968); and associate edito...