Copyright

Scope and Contents There are a variety of materials found in this collection submitted by people across the United States. Some of the folders contain the certificate of registry provided by the Clipper. In a few of these cases, the certificate was returned to the Clipper Magazine with a request for the return of the original material to the owner (see Registry Series scope notes for individual names). The financial transactions contain bank statements and returned checks as well as documentation of the...

Scope and Contents This collection contains materials submitted in sealed envelopes for copyright protection by the Variety Protected Materials Department between 1912 and 1938. The bulk of the material consists of scripts for Vaudeville, radio, and other creative productions, and photographs and drawings of set designs and costumes. The materials also often include illustrations or photographs of a skit concept, trick, or performance props and apparatuses. Also included are musical scores and lyrics. Some...