Papers, 1914-1932.

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Papers, 1914-1932.

Contains 2 cartons of financial records and income tax returns generated by Cecil B. DeMille in the course of producing feature motion pictures in Hollywood from 1914 through 1932. Also includes 2 cartons of books, many used in research for motion pictures and 5 newspaper clipping scrapbooks.

4 cartons (4 linear feet), plus 5 scrapbooks.

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SNAC Resource ID: 6699678

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DeMille, Cecil B. (Cecil Blount), 1881-1959

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Cecil B. DeMille (1881-1959) was an American motion picture producer and director, considered the archetype of the American film mogul. His 70 films reflect changing American tastes and values, and he was particularly noted for his multimillion-dollar spectacles. DeMille was born on August 12, 1881 to Henry Churchill de Mille and Matilda Beatrice Samuel de Mille. DeMille started acting on Broadway in 1900 and by 1913 he joined a film studio partnership which would eventually become Paramount Pi...