Playbills and programs, [ca. 1938-1940]. 1938-1940.

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Playbills and programs, [ca. 1938-1940]. 1938-1940.

This folder contains printed materials pertaining to various musical performances in Central City, Denver, and Boulder, Colo., ca. 1938-1940. They include a performance of a comedy, Henry's Wedding, which featured "125 prominent local people" of Boulder, including Marguerite Dean as Henry's bride. They also include programs from visiting performing celebrities.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7457207

Boulder Public Library

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