Harris, William, 1884-1946.

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William Harris, Jr. (1884-1946) entered the family theater business in 1912 upon the death of his older brother Henry B. Harris (1866-1912). Until his retirement in 1939, William Harris, Jr. managed New York City theaters, produced plays on Broadway, and organized road companies of his most successful stage efforts.

From the guide to the William Harris, Jr. papers, 1914-1934, (The New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division.)

William Harris, Jr. (1884-1946) entered the family theatre business in 1912 after the death of his older brother, Henry B. Harris. Until his retirement in 1939, William Harris, Jr. managed New York City theaters, produced plays on Broadway and organized road companies of his shows.

From the description of William Harris, Jr. Papers, 1914-1934. (New York Public Library). WorldCat record id: 122626843

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creatorOf Harris, William, 1884-1946. William Harris, Jr. Papers, 1914-1934. New York Public Library System, NYPL
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associatedWith Harris, Henry B., 1866-1912. person
associatedWith Harris, Irene Wallach person
associatedWith Harris, Irene Wallach. person
associatedWith Schnebbe, Howard person
associatedWith Schnebbe, Howard. person
Place Name Admin Code Country
New York (State)--New York
Subject
Theater
Theater
Theater
Theater management
Occupation
Theatrical producers and directors
Theatrical managers
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Birth 1884

Death 1946

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