Y. Frank Freeman papers, 1865-1972 (bulk 1935-1955).

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Y. Frank Freeman papers, 1865-1972 (bulk 1935-1955).

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The collection consists of papers of Y. Frank Freeman from 1907-1972. The papers include some correspondence (mainly invitations, telegrams, and congratulatory letters), clippings, photographs, motion picture scripts, and ephemera. The materials mainly document Freeman's career in the motion picture industry with Paramount Pictures Corporation and its predecessor, Paramount Pictures, Inc. The collection also contains material pertaining to Freeman's son, Y. Frank Freeman Jr. relating to his service as a U.S. naval officer and his career as a producer in the motion picture industry. The collection has materials relating to several of his productions including "The Biscuit Eaters", "Naked Jungle", "Omar Kahyyam", and "War of the Worlds."

7.0 linear feet.

Georgia Institute of Technology, Georgia Tech

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SNAC Resource ID: 7402928

Georgia Institute of Technology, Georgia Tech

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