John W. Wells papers, 1924-1959.

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John W. Wells papers, 1924-1959.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/38477399

The collection consists of papers of John W. Wells from 1924-1959. The papers include correspondence; business items; typed and handwritten manuscripts, both published and unpublished, of Well's plays; and photographs. The correspondence (1929-1943) contains letters from Well's publishers and editors regarding rewrites, publication, copyrights, staging, and production of Well's plays. The correspondence also includes letters to Well's wife Sarah from friends and Wells discussing social activities and Well's writing. Business materials include movie rights for Well's play "Rafter Romance" and New Jersey and New York City theater records for a production by Wells.

1 linear ft.

Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7404119

Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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Wells, Sarah Brooks, -1923

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Wells, John West, 1907-1994

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John W. Wells, actor, playwright, and songwriter of Waycross, Georgia. From the description of John W. Wells papers, 1924-1959. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 38477399 ...