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McPharlin, Paul, 1903-1948. Paul McPharlin papers, 1903-1948

Title: Paul McPharlin papers, 1903-1948

Son of William H.J. and Frances (Lohmeyer) McPharlin of Detroit; known best for his puppetry activities, but also widely acclaimed for his publishing, editing, and book-designing activities. (from W.W.A.; Ms/McPharlin (Paul) Papers) (blue index cards)

ArchivalResource: 43.3 linear ft. (83 boxes, 6 volumes, 11 large manuscripts, 1 microfilm reel)

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Edgar L. Yaeger papers

Title: Edgar L. Yaeger papers

Biographical information, correspondence, printed material, photographs and art work relate to Yaeger's career as an artist, including his work on the WPA Federal Art Project.

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McPharlin, Paul, 1903-1948. Letters, 1937, April 27-June 10, Birmingham, Mich., to John Wilson Townsend.

Title: Letters, 1937, April 27-June 10, Birmingham, Mich., to John Wilson Townsend.

[1] 1937, April 27--Is pleased McPharlin discussed his publication of C. T. Dazey's "In Old Kentucky." Will send prospectus. [2] May 17--Asks for transcript of passage about "In Old Kentucky" in Townsend's Kentucky in American Letters. [3] June 10--Asks for bibliographical details of 1897 edition of "In Old Kentucky."

ArchivalResource: 3 items.

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McPharlin, Paul, 1903-1948. Letter, 1948 Mar. 14, New York, to Ellen Van Volkenburg Browne, New York.

Title: Letter, 1948 Mar. 14, New York, to Ellen Van Volkenburg Browne, New York.

Suggests place and date for an "annual get-together" by which time Marjorie Batchelder will be attending as his wife.

ArchivalResource: 1 p. Holograph signed, with address panel.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/34365442 View

Burroughs, Clyde H., 1882-1973. The Clyde H. Burroughs records, 1906-1946.

Title: The Clyde H. Burroughs records, 1906-1946. 1906-1946.

These records contain the administrative correspondence and files of Clyde H. Burroughs in his capacity as secretary of the Arts Commission, director and curator of American art. They cover the daily operation of the museum, activities of the arts commission and Founders Society, acquisitions, exhibitions, programs, employees, and financial matters. Major issues faced by the museum during the period 1910-1946 are also reflected in the files, including the taxpayer's suit of 1914-1915 concerning city funding, transfer of the Detroit Museum of Art collections and property to the city of Detroit in 1919, acquisition of property on Woodward Avenue for a new museum site, construction of the new building, 1922-1927, and the Diego Rivera murals. Related institutions and programs are also covered, principally the Detroit School of Design, the Children's Museum and the World Adventure Series, as well as Burroughs' activities in the Federal Arts Project and the Scarab Club. The Archives of American Art has related material on the Federal Arts Projects and the Scarab Club, as well as a number of letters written to Burroughs by various artists.

ArchivalResource: 63 inear feet.

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Marjorie Hope Batchelder Puppetry Collection, 1880-1970 (bulk 1920-1950)

Title: Marjorie Hope Batchelder Puppetry Collection 1880-1970 (bulk 1920-1950)

This collection consists of puppet play scripts, puppet play programs from differentcountries, and Punch and Judy literature, memorabilia, and realia collected by Marjorie BatchelderMcPharlin and Paul McPharlin.

ArchivalResource: 3 boxes (2.3 cu. ft.)

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McPharlin, Paul, 1903-1948. Letters to Mr. Charrney. New York, N.Y. 1947.

Title: Letters to Mr. Charrney. New York, N.Y. 1947.

Discussing a misunderstanding about the way The Puppeteers of America functions in relationship to its membership and representation.

ArchivalResource: 2 items (2 p.)

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Batchelder, Marjorie Hope, 1903-. Puppetry collection, 1880-1970 (bulk, 1920-1950).

Title: Puppetry collection, 1880-1970 (bulk, 1920-1950).

This collection contains Marjorie Batchelder McPharlin's collection of puppet play scripts and puppetry literature from many countries. The collection was partially inherited from her late husband, Paul McPharlin, but also contains materials acquired on her international travels. Although the collection dates from 1880-1970, the bulk of the collection is from 1920-1950. Materials in the collection are in a variety of languages, including Spanish, German and English. The collection is arranged by subject, and is divided into the following 4 series: McPharlin Biographical Information and Correspondence: This series contains McPharlin's personal files including biographical information and the correspondence of Marjorie and Paul McPharlin. Puppetry Literature: This series contains essays on puppetry, literature on puppet films, information on the National Youth Administration's Puppetry Project, Paul McPharlin's newsletter, the Puppetry Bulletin, and play programs that are organized alphabetically by country. Puppet Play-Scripts: This series contains type-written copies of original puppet plays. The series is organized alphabetically by author. Punch and Judy Literature: This series contains Punch and Judy memorabilia, Christmas cards, articles, comic books and plays. Realia: Includes a Punch and Judy moving picture show; Punch and Judy woodcuts and a lineoleum cut by Paul McPharlin; zinc cuts from Nina Efirnova's Adventures of a Russian Puppet Theatre" and a paper roll of Polichinelle and others.

ArchivalResource: 3 boxes (2.3 cu. ft.)

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Fonds Edward Gordon Craig

Title: Fonds Edward Gordon Craig

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Dorothy Nevile Lees papers relating to Edward Gordon Craig and, The Mask, 1905-1963.

Title: Dorothy Nevile Lees papers relating to Edward Gordon Craig and , The Mask 1905-1963.

Papers collected by Dorothy Nevile Lees to document the life and work of Edward Gordon Craig, especially their work together on the theater journal The Mask.

ArchivalResource: 54 boxes and 14 volumes (27 linear ft.)

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William Bostick letters

Title: William Bostick letters

Letters to Bostick as Secretary of the Detroit Institute of Arts.

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Paul McPharlin papers

Title: Paul McPharlin papers

Writings on puppetry by McPharlin and others, 1879-1956; clippings concerning puppetry; puppet playscripts by McPharlin and others, 1915-1949; exhibition catalogs, programs, and photos from puppetry festivals and conferences, 1921-1952; Punch and Judy playscripts, bibliography, cartoons, and clippings, 1705-1951; correspondence, including some regarding the history of Punch and Judy puppets, 1927-1951; research material for PUPPETRY IN AMERICAN LIFE, and THE PUPPET THEATER IN AMERICA; and miscellany.

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