Lon and Debra Davis papers, (bulk 1912-1960)

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Lon and Debra Davis papers, (bulk 1912-1960)

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Contains copies of vintage motion picture films and early television shows, and photographs of silent film stars, particularly Francis X. Bushman. The films include several by Charlie Chaplin, W.C. Fields, and Laurel and Hardy, and heavily represent the Hal Roach and Essanay studios. Other featured film performers include Beverly Bayne, Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby, Lon Chaney, and Buster Keaton; Lucille Ball, Jack Benny, Abbott and Costello, and the Marx Brothers are featured on television. Also includes cartoon features of Mr. Magoo.

3.2 cubic ft. (4 boxes + 2 folders)

Univerisity of Wyoming. American Heritage Center.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7684141

Univerisity of Wyoming. American Heritage Center.

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Bushman, Francis X., 1883-1966

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Essanay Film Manufacturing Co.

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Essanay Film Manufacturing Company, an early motion picture production company, was founded in Chicago (Ill.) by George K. Spoor and Bronco Billy Anderson in 1907. From the description of Essanay Film Manufacturing Company records, 1911-1942. (Chicago History Museum). WorldCat record id: 713915714 The Essanay Film Manufacturing Company, a major silent motion picture film company based in Chicago, operated from 1907-1918. It was founded by producer George K. Spoor and actor G...

Hal Roach Studios

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Davis, Debra A.

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Davis, Lon, 1959-

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Bayne, Beverly, 1895-1982

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American motion picture actress. From the description of Papers, 1912-1993. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 367561493 From the guide to the Beverly Bayne papers, 1912-1993, (L. Tom Perry Special Collections) ...