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SWWC. Southwestern Writers Collection

 Record Group
Identifier: SWWC

Found in 72 Collections and/or Records:

Ricardo and Harriet Romo Collection

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-048
Abstract

This collection is comprised of newspaper clippings, a typescript, photographs, prints and posters.

Dates: 1967-1991

Jesse Sublett Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-027
Abstract

Book manuscripts, screenplays, drafts, cartoons, clippings, correspondence, photographs, ephemera, sound recordings, and artifacts documenting Sublett's careers as a rock musician and writer.

Dates: 1978-1995

Michael Rodriguez Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-071
Abstract

Military documents, personal papers, writing, printed material, photos and artifacts document the literary career of Michael Rodriguez.

Dates: 1968-1999; Majority of material found in 1998-1999

John Wesley Hardin Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-088
Abstract

The letters in this collection date from 1874 to 1931 and the bulk of them concern John Wesley Hardin's arrest and imprisonement.

Dates: 1874-1950

Selena Research Collection

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-049
Abstract

This collection was created and maintained by Joe Nick Patoski in the process of writing the biography of Tejano singer, Selena Quintanilla Perez. The collection is compiled of news clippings, manuscripts, interviews, photographs, court documents, notes, publicity materials, computer disks and ephemera.

Dates: 1961-1997; Majority of material found within 1995-1996

Hispanic Magazine Archives

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-056
Abstract

The Hispanic Magazine Archives contains documents relating to the production of each issue of the magazine. Within this collection are annotated drafts, page proofs, research material, correspondence, press releases, press kits, newspaper clippings, photographs and machine-readable diskettes.

Dates: 1994-1995

Sam Shepard Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-054
Abstract

The Sam Shepard Papers document the middle years of Sam Shepard’s literary and acting career, from 1980-1999. The collection is comprised of the following series: Plays, Novels, Short Stories, Films, Literary Criticism, Notebooks, Correspondence, Clippings, Awards, Interviews, Readings, Published Compilations, Works by Others, and Framed Posters.

Dates: 1980-1999

Clarence Schultz Texas Humor Collection

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-101
Abstract

The Clarence Schultz Texas humor collection is made up of Schultz’s research materials and drafts for his unpublished manuscript, “Texas Laughter: A Chronicle of Sixteen Humorists, 1836-2000.” Also included in the collection are 504 books collected by Schultz on humor in Texas and the Southwest.

Dates: 1995-2003

Sam Shepard and Johnny Dark Collection

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-106
Abstract

The Sam Shepard and Johnny Dark Collection spans 1972-2011 and documents the men’s forty-plus year friendship. The collection is arranged in five series: Correspondence, Dialogues, Photographs, Audio Material, and Video Material.

Dates: 1972-2011

Nadine Eckhardt Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-105
Abstract

Correspondence, photographs, personal papers, and other research materials represent the life of Nadine Eckhardt, author of Duchess of Palms. The materials were collected over the life span of Eckhardt, born in 1931, and were used in research for her memoir. The materials are arranged into five series: Personal Papers, Correspondence, Photographs, Printed Materials and Dutchess of Palms.

Dates: 1920-2009; Majority of material found within 1944-2009

Charles Bowden Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-112
Abstract

Charles "Chuck" Bowden (1945-2014), literary journalist, was born outside of Chicago and raised in Tucson, Arizona, where he lived until 2009. He passed away in 2014. The papers of Charles Bowden document his prolific career covering topics including nature, political corruption, and the turbulent U.S. ­– Mexico border region.

Dates: 1947 - 2007; Majority of material found within 1970 - 2007

Miriam Sagan Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-102
Abstract

Correspondence, notebooks, sketchbooks, awards, reviews, articles, photographs, and drafts represent the writing career of Miriam Sagan. The Miriam Sagan collection is arranged into the following nine series: Personal Papers, Writings by Sagan, Drafts, Writings Affiliated with Sagan, Reviews of Sagan’s Works, Writings by Others, Audiovisuals, Visuals, and Restricted Materials.

Dates: 1976-2010

King of the Hill Archive

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-089
Scope and Contents The King of the Hill Archives documents the writing and production history of the Emmy-award winning Fox television show. The records date from 1995 to 2007, and are arranged into seven series: Episodes, Production Materials, Marketing and Publicity, Photographs, Audio/Visual Materials, Artifacts, and Books. Series 1, Episodes (boxes 1-108),  forms the bulk of the collection  and is arranged chronologically by season and then according to airdate....
Dates: 1995-2006

Donley Watt Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-104
Abstract

Correspondence, drafts, notes, research, and reviews from novelist Donley Watt.  The collection is arranged into the following five series: Personal Papers, 1970-2004; Novels 1994-2004; Short Fiction; Other Writings; Media.

Dates: 1970-2004

Aubra Nooncaster Collection

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-122
Abstract

The Aubra Nooncaster Papers span 1938-1992, and document the writings of coach, poet, and mentor to Larry L. King, Aubra Nooncaster. The collection is arranged into four series: Correspondence, Writings about Coach Nooncaster, Nooncaster’s Writings, and Larry L. King. The bulk of the collection is correspondence from Larry L. King to Nooncaster. The collection also includes published poems and unpublished drafts of poems written by Nooncaster.

Dates: 1938-1990

Jody Fischer Collection of Willie Nelson

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-103
Abstract

Jody Fischer’s collection of photographs, audio cassette tapes and VHS tapes relating to Willie Nelson.  The materials are arranged into the following six series: Personal Papers, Ephemera, Photographs, Audio Cassette Tapes, VHS Tapes, and T-Shirts and Hats.

Dates: 1976-2003

William Pool Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-116
Abstract The William Pool Papers span 1845 to 1990 and document the career of William C. Pool. This collection includes correspondence, writings, research, and ephemera from his career as a historian and community member in San Marcos, Texas. The collection is arranged in seven series, Correspondence, Writings by Pool, Subject Files, Organizational Affiliations, Photographs, Newspaper Clippings and Maps. The bulk of the collection are Pool’s writings, which include The...
Dates: 1845-1990; Majority of material found within 1945-1985

Wilson Hudson Collection

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-117
Abstract

The Wilson Hudson Collection consists of his papers and includes off-prints, manuscripts and drafts, correspondence, photographs, newspapers, obituaries, and personal papers. There is also a substantial amount of material relating to the Texas Folklore Society.

Dates: 1936-1998

Lin Sutherland Collection of Eagle Pennell

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-119
Abstract The Lin Sutherland Collection of Eagle Pennell spans 1977-1990 and documents the films, publicity, and business career of Eagle Pennell, a Texas film director. The collection is separated into nine series: Script Development, Production Crew, Media, Publicity, Film Distribution, Business Information for Maverick Films, Inc., Correspondence, Other Writings by Eagle Pennell and Lin Sutherland, and Artifacts. The collection includes script development of The Whole...
Dates: 1977-1990

Dudley Dobie Collection

 Collection
Identifier: SWWC-110
Abstract The Dudley Dobie, Sr. collection spans from 1917 to 1980 and documents his life, career, and relationships as an antiquarian bookseller, writer, historian, and educator in Texas.  The bulk of the collection is correspondence between Dudley Dobie, Sr. and colleagues, friends, and family members - including J. Frank Dobie, Ruth Dodson, Henry DuPont, Walter Prescott Webb, and U.S Senator Ralph W. Yarborough.  This collection is also comprised of documents relating to Dudley’s bookselling...
Dates: 1917-1980