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Theater People Subject Files, 1850s-1988 (inclusive)

Extent:

26 boxes and 16 linear feet

Abstract:

Consists of files (clippings, programs, books, caricatures, etc.) on people involved in theater, from the mid-19th century through the late 1980s, including actors, dramatists, directors, scholars, and designers.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Rare Book Collection [Contact Us]

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American Minstrel Show Collection, 1854-1943 (inclusive) 1850s-1920s (bulk)

Extent:

5 boxes, 26 items, and 1.5 linear feet

Abstract:

The bulk of the American Minstrel Show Collection consists of advertisement material promoting minstrel performances from the 1850s through the 1920s. The collection includes broadsheets, posters, newspaper clippings and programs, as well as pictures and photographs of minstrel show performers. In addition, a small portion of the collection contains sheet music and song and joke books.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Rare Book Collection [Contact Us]

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Radio Scripts Collection, 1938-1947 (inclusive)

Extent:

36 boxes and 15.40 linear feet

Abstract:

The Radio Scripts Collection consists of typescripts of scripts for various radio programs such as "The Cavalcade of America" (represented by the most scripts), "The Eternal Light," "Books and Authors," "What's New in Books," "Pepper Young's Family," "The Goldbergs," and others.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Rare Book Collection [Contact Us]

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Mexican Postcards Collection, 1890-2000 (inclusive)

Extent:

25 boxes

Abstract:

Consists of postcards relating to Mexican tourism.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Graphic Art Collection [Contact Us]

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Fine Press Printing Ephemera Collection, 1898-2010 (inclusive) 1924-1948 (bulk)

Extent:

12 boxes and 14.4 linear feet

Abstract:

Consists of book prospectuses, invitations, greeting cards, and other items printed by private and small presses in the United States, and various countries throughout the world.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Graphic Art Collection [Contact Us]

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Miscellaneous Screenplays, 1930-1980s (inclusive)

Extent:

132 boxes, 210 items, and 52.8 linear feet

Abstract:

Consists of miscellaneous screenplays and related materials, such as continuity, superimposed versions (i.e. script translations), release dialogue scripts, and revisions/drafts. There are also a few information packets--these include interviews with and/or biographies of stars, synopses, and various and sundry other materials meant for release.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Rare Book Collection [Contact Us]

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Wanted Outlaws Posters Collection, 1911-1915 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 box and 1.5 linear feet

Abstract:

The Wanted Outlaws Posters Collection contains 10 wanted posters for horse theft, larceny, counterfeiting, and murder from Colorado, Idaho, Montana, South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Rare Book Collection [Contact Us]

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Miscellaneous Dance Files Collection, 1940-1989 (inclusive)

Extent:

14 boxes and 4.8 linear feet

Abstract:

The Miscellaneous Dance Files Collection contains printed programs, souvenir programs, clippings, and reviews of various ballet companies and choreographers.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Rare Book Collection [Contact Us]

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Mowry Family of Rhode Island Collection, 1722-1785 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 box and 0.2 linear feet

Abstract:

Consists primarily of account books of members of the Mowry family, who were among the first settlers of Providence, Rhode Island.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]