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Periodicals, 1857-1952, 1857-1952

 Series
Identifier: MSS 002-4

Scope and Contents

This series consists of materials in periodical form, relating to the Boston theatre arts from 1857 – 1952. Also included in the series are materials relating to the function of the Boston Evening Transcript. Excerpts and full issues of periodicals concerning the theatre arts mainly in the Boston area are represented in printed form, photocopies of news-clippings, and in the form of scrapbooks. Handwritten journals belonging to members of staff at the Boston Evening Transcript are also included.

Dates

  • 1857-1952

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

The collection contains records in English, German, and Italian.

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open to researchers.

Extent

6.75 linear feet

Arrangement

Series is arranged first by medium, then alphabetically, with miscellany at the end of lists. Oversized materials are house separately and are arranged alphabetically.

Repository Details

Part of the Emerson College Archives and Special Collections Repository

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