Burlesque collection of Ralph G. Allen, 1905-1962.

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Burlesque collection of Ralph G. Allen, 1905-1962.

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Series I contains a collection of burlesque skits compiled from the personal records of Jess Mack of Boston, an agent and former Burlesque Performer. Series II contains audio recordings of burlesque performances of Billy Hagan, Frank X. Silk, Lou Browne, Floyd Hallicy and interviews with Billy Hagan, Billy Foster, Irving Harman, and Jack Coyle.

1.5 linear ft. ( 3 boxes)

University of Pittsburgh

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SNAC Resource ID: 7302140

University of Pittsburgh

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Foster, Billy

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Hagan, Billy.

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Browne, Louis Edgar

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Silk, Frank X.

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Mack, Jess.

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Hallicy, Floyd.

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