Political Comedy, 1960 - 1963
Scope and Contents
The series contains records which depict some aspect of politics in the 1960s. The record Best of Washington Humor was created by television anchorman Chet Huntley and released shortly after John F. Kennedy was elected president in 1960. The record consists of off-guard moments of politicians' speeches; including those of Barry Goldwater, Adlai E. Stevenson and Sergeant Shriver. Continuing with Kennedy-related comedy is the two-volume widely successful record The First Family, which pokes gentle fun at the life of the Kennedy family in the White House. Also included is the political allegory comedy The Contest, a crepitation contest between Lord Windersmeer and Paul Boomer.
Dates
- 1960 - 1963
Creator
- From the Collection: Lewis, Alan (Person)
Language of Materials
Records in English.
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open to researchers. No materials may leave the Emerson College Archives.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.5 linear feet (1 document case)
Arrangement
These records are arranged chronologically by the release date
Physical Location
4L-T
Physical Description
4 records
Repository Details
Part of the Emerson College Archives and Special Collections Repository
Walker Building, Room 223
120 Boylston Street
Boston Massachusetts 02116 United States
(617) 824-8301
archives@emerson.edu