Dorothy Sarnoff papers, 1920-1998, 1941-1984 (bulk).

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Dorothy Sarnoff papers, 1920-1998, 1941-1984 (bulk).

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Personal items include correspondence; a 1935 Cornellian with pictures and notes; photographs of family and friends; a notebook from a Philosophy course taken at Cornell. Material relating to her singing career includes telegrams; publicity photographs and photographs of shows; a dress worn at the Cotillion room; newspaper clippings; billings; contracts; scripts; victrola records; and an extensive collection of sheet music. Material from Speech career includes books and audio cassettes by Dorothy Sarnoff; newspaper clippings; UHS, U-Matic, and VHS recordings of training courses and television appearances; "LUV letters"- correspondence thanking Ms. Sarnoff for speech services; notes on meetings with President Carter and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin; memorabilia from Alan L. Bean and Skylab; a scrapbook relating to her visit to the White House; and assorted memorabilia from famous people. Books authored by Dorothy Sarnoff include Speech Can Change Your Life, Make the Most of Your Best, and Never Be Nervous Again. CD with recording of "Something Wonderful" from a production of "The King and I" ca. 1951.

28.9 cubic ft.

Cornell University Library

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Cornell University Library

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