Alexander Cantwell papers, 1950-1977.

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Alexander Cantwell papers, 1950-1977.

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The Alexander Cantwell papers contain working files with notes, scripts, photographs, and publicity. There are 78 and 45 rpm phonograph records, 16 mm film, videotapes, and 35 mm slides of the television shows that he produced. There is also Miss America promotional magazines (1950s-1977).

17.3 cubic ft. (17 boxes)

Univerisity of Wyoming. American Heritage Center.

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SNAC Resource ID: 8333818

Univerisity of Wyoming. American Heritage Center.

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Mrs. America Pageant, Inc.

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Miss America Pageant

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Atlantic City held the first Miss America Pageant on September 8, 1921; the annual pageant has been held there ever since. From the description of Miss America Pageant programs, 1957-1985. (New Jersey Historical Society Library). WorldCat record id: 57193903 ...

Cantwell, Alexander.

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Alexander Cantwell was a producer of television specials and and the head of television advertising at BSD Advertising Agencies. He had his own production company and did all his own staging and direction. His specialty was pageants and award shows such as the Miss and Mrs. America Pageants, the Clio Awards, and the American College Queen. He also produced music, sports, and drama television programs. These included the DuPont Show of the Month, Armstrong Circle Theater, and G.E. Theater He also...