Typed copy of a telegram : [Los Angeles], to John Steinbeck, 1948 June 18.

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Typed copy of a telegram : [Los Angeles], to John Steinbeck, 1948 June 18.

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Noting that Colonel Joy returned earlier than expected and that he has discussed with him [the sale of rights to produce a film on Emiliano Zapata]. Reporting that Joy has complete confidence that Twentieth Century-Fox will also be able to acquire the permission of the Mexican government to produce the film. Discussing further details related to the deal and giving his approval for Steinbeck to begin research for the screenplay.

1 item (1 p.) ; 28 cm

Pierpont Morgan Library.

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Zapata, Emiliano, 1879-1919

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Zanuck, Darryl Francis, 1902-1979

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Steinbeck, John, 1902-1968

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