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John Fernald papers, 1953-1971

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Fernald, John, 1905-
Title
John Fernald papers
Dates
1953-1971 (inclusive)
Quantity
.25 cubic feet (1 box)
Collection Number
05944
Summary
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
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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.

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Languages
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Historical Note

Fernald began his career as a journalist and actor, and later became a stage manager and director. After serving in the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve during World War II, Fernald, became a director of several theater groups and wrote several articles and books including "The Play Produced," "Destroyer from America," and "Sense of Direction."

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Content Description

Collection contains the manuscripts for the book "Sense of Direction," and for an entry in Encyclopedia Brittanica on directing by this theatrical director. Collection also contains newspaper clippings and pamphlets from the Meadow Brook Theatre Company; a letter, articles, and programs from the Shakespeare on the Desert project; and a telegram.

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Preferred Citation

Preferred Citation

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

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Related Materials

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There are no known other archival collections created by John Fernald at the date of processing.

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