John B. Oakes papers, 1912-2005 53 linear feet (117 manuscript boxes 10 flat boxes) Creator Oakes, John B (John Bertram), 1913-2001 Abstract Or Scope Correspondence, manuscripts, speeches, scrapbooks, and printed materials of John B. Oakes, a prominent journalist and editor, who for many years editied the New York Times editorial page. view more view less Collection Context Rare Book & Manuscript Library