Elizabeth Burbridge Papers, ca. 1913-1938
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Burbridge, Elizabeth
- Title
- Elizabeth Burbridge Papers
- Dates
- ca. 1913-1938 (inclusive)19131938
- Quantity
- 13 items
- Collection Number
- 05818
- Summary
- Photographs, publicity, and a script of this actress and screenwriter.
- 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
- Sponsor
- The creation of the EAD-version of this finding aid was made possible through a grant from the National Historic Publications and Records Commission.
Historical Note
Elizabeth Burbridge (1895-1987) was a starring actress in silent films produced by Essanay, Kay Bee, and Ince. She later became a screenwriter, particularly of westerns. Her writing credits included Under Western Stars (which introduced Roy Rogers), Santa Fe Stampede, and Utah.
Content Description
The collection contains movie stills and publicity from Tongues of Men, Rumpelstiltskin, and other silent films in which Burbridge acted; a one-act comedy script, Mama Knows Best, by Burbridge; and miscellaneous trade publications.
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, Elizabeth Burbridge Papers, ca. 1913-1938, Collection Number 05818, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Administrative Information
Related Materials
Related MaterialsThere are no other known archival collections created by Elizabeth Burbridge at the date of processing.
Acquisition Information
Acquisition InformationThe papers were received from Elizabeth Burbridge in 1975.
Processing Note
Processing InformationThe collection was processed by D.C. Thompson in July 2004.
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Silent films.
Occupations
- Motion picture actors and actresses.
- Women screenwriters.
