Lynn Root papers, 1934-1966
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Root, Lynn, 1905-1997.
- Title
- Lynn Root papers
- Dates
- 1934-1966 (inclusive)19341966
- Quantity
- 5.50 cubic feet (12 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 02576
- Summary
- Repository
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American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu - Access Restrictions
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Access Restrictions
There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Additional Reference Guides
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Additional Information
Finding aid available in repository.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
Root was a writer for motion pictures, television and theater.
Content Description
Collection contains mainly scripts of motion pictures written by Root, including "Golden Fleecing," "Lady Luck," and "The Sky Is the Limit"; the scripts for 14 unproduced movies; 3 scrapbooks with programs, reviews, film stills and articles on Root's career (1934-1945); miscellaneous theater programs; miscellaneous materials relating to his work in television; and contracts and correspondence for the theatrical productions "Cabin in the Sky" and "The Milky Way" (1934-1966).
Use of the Collection
Restrictions on Use
Copyright InformationThe researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.
Preferred Citation
Preferred CitationItem Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Administrative Information
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The American Heritage Center is in the process of converting its older container lists to a more accessible format. This link is to an older version of a container list.
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Description: Link to Container List (PDF)
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Motion picture authorship.
- Motion pictures -- United States.
- Television programs -- United States.
- Theater -- United States.
Form or Genre Terms
- Film stills.
- Scrapbooks.
- Scripts.
Occupations
- Dramatists.
- Screenwriters.
- Television writers.
