Murray Alper papers, 1925-1952

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Alper, Murray, 1904-
Title
Murray Alper papers
Dates
1925-1952 (inclusive)
Quantity
cubic ft. (1 box)
Collection Number
06409
Summary
Murray Alper was a movie and television actor. The collection contains publicity and other materials documenting his career.
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

Historical NoteReturn to Top

Murray Alper (1904-1984) was an American actor. After establishing himself in theater roles in the 1920s, he moved to films and television. He was best known for character parts as a GI, cop, or cabbie.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The collection contains material on Murray Alper’s theater and movie career, including programs, advertising, publicity photographs, a scrapbook, and scripts.

Use of the CollectionReturn to Top

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.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Arrangement

Related Materials

Related Materials

There are no known other archival collections created by Murray Alper at the date of processing.

Acquisition Information

Acquisition Information

This material was received from Murray Alper in 1976.

Processing Note

Processing Information

The collection was processed by D. Claudia Thompson in June 2010.

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Container(s) Description Dates
Box
1 Movie Advertisements 1930s-1940s
1 Correspondence 1935-1944
1 Magazine and Newspaper Clippings 1920s-1940s
1 Photographs (Publicity Stills) 1920s-1950s
1 Pamphlets and Periodicals 1929-1939
1 Programs (Theater, Events) 1920s-1950s
1 Scrapbook (Murray Alper's Scrapbook of Broadway) 1925
1 Scripts ("Common Man", "Curiosity Killed the Cat", "Torture Money") 1936-1942
1 Miscellaneous (Cards, Telegram, etc.) 1930s, undated

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Actors-- United States -- 20th century
  • Motion picture actors and actresses