Ray Poindexter papers, 1936-1976
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Poindexter, Ray, 1922-
- Title
- Ray Poindexter papers
- Dates
- 1936-1976 (inclusive)19361976
- Quantity
- 0.55 cubic feet (1 box)
- Collection Number
- 11085
- 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.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
Ray Poindexter was knowledgeable about early radio and wrote articles about its history. He also organized the Old Timers Announcers Club and received letters from early radio announcers with their histories in 1976.
Content Description
The collection contains seven letters written in 1976 and sent to Ray Poindexter from early radio announcers from the 1920s and 1930s including Harold W. Arlin, Harry Von Zell, and Dick Joy. Each man described briefly the highlights of his career. Most of these radio announcers migrated to television and commercial work as the entertainment industry evolved technologically.
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
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Radio announcing -- History -- United States.
- Television announcing.
- Voice-overs -- United States.
Personal Names
- Joy, Dick.
- Von Zell, Harry.
