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Martin Horrell papers, 1939-1954

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Horrell, Martin
Title
Martin Horrell papers
Dates
1939-1954 (inclusive)
Quantity
41.55 cubic ft. (44 boxes)
Collection Number
03908
Summary
Production files for the radio anthology series "Grand Central Station".
Repository
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
Access Restrictions

There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.

Languages
English
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Historical Note

Martin Horrell (1899-1957) created the radio anthology series "Grand Central Station", which lasted from 1939 to 1953. Some of the "Grand Central Station" material was reused for Horrell's television drama called "Soundstage" in 1953 and 1954. Horrell gave a start to many popular writers, including Arnold Moss, Arch Oboler, Hal Kantor, Sidney Marshall, and others. The dramas were also notable for early appearances by actors Rod Serling and James Dean.

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Content Description

The Martin Horrell collection contains annotated scripts and production files for "Grand Central Station" and "Soundstage". Also included are air check recordings and kinescopes of some of the programs.

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Use of the Collection

Restrictions on Use

Copyright Information

The researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.

Preferred Citation

Preferred Citation

Item Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.

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Administrative Information

Related Materials

Related Materials

There are no known other archival collections created by Martin Horrell at the date of processing.

Acquisition Information

Acquisition Information

This material was received from Mrs. Jacques Clerk (Horrell's widow) in 1972.

Processing Note

Processing Information

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Detailed Description of the Collection

Container List
  • Untitled

    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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Subject Terms

  • Radio producers and directors -- United States.
  • Television producers and directors -- United States.

Titles within the Collection

  • Grand Central Station (Radio program)
  • Soundstage (Television program)
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