Carroll Carroll papers, 1930-1980.

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Carroll Carroll papers, 1930-1980.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/29605824

Collection consists mainly of radio and television scripts written by Carroll and sheet music with lyrics for songs written by Carroll. There is also related correspondence (including letters from Bob Crosby and Dick Manning) and manuscripts of various writings including Carroll's column for "Variety." Also present are manuscripts of books Carroll ghostwrote for Bob Hope, Mike Douglas, and others. There are materials relating to Mike Douglas and Carroll's work with his show including fan mail and reviews. Also included are recordings on film, reel-to-reel tape, audio cassettes, phonograph records, and CD-R of radio and television commercials and programs.

50.84 cubic ft. (103 boxes)

Univerisity of Wyoming. American Heritage Center.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7272909

Univerisity of Wyoming. American Heritage Center.

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