James C. Ward papers, 1936-1970
Table of Contents
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Ward, James C.
- Title
- James C. Ward papers
- Dates
- 1936-1970 (inclusive)Date of CollectionDate of Collection
- Quantity
- 28.08 cubic ft. (30 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 06723
- Summary
- James C. Ward was a collector of Western motion picture and cowboy actor memorabilia. Collection contains photographs, an artifact collection, subject files, and VHS tapes of Western films.
- 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
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There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
James C. Ward was a collector of Western motion picture and cowboy actor memorabilia.
Content Description
Collection contains photographs (lobby cards and movie stills) of films such as Everyman’s Law, Gun Law, Lone Ranger, and Outlaw Justice; a mounted collection of artifacts pertaining to cowboy actor Ken Maynard; files on various cowboy actors that include photographs and clippings; and many VHS tapes of classic Western films.
Use of the Collection
Restrictions on Use
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Restrictions on Use
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Preferred Citation
Item Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Administrative Information
Acquisition Information
This material was received from James C. Ward between November 1977 and February 1997.
Processing Note
Related Materials
There are no known other archival collections created by James C. Ward at the date of processing.
Detailed Description of the Collection
Inventories
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 for 30 boxes.
- Description: Link to Container List (PDF)Container: Box 1-30
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Motion pictures.
- Performing arts.
- Western films.
Personal Names
- Maynard, Ken, -- 1895-1973.
