John Gay Papers, 1949-1977
Table of Contents
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Gay, John.
- Title
- John Gay Papers
- Dates
- 1949-1977 (inclusive)19491977
- Quantity
- 31.05 cubic feet (69 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 07696
- 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.
- Additional Reference Guides
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Additional Information
Finding aid available in repository.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
John Gay was a writer of mainly television dramas and documentaries.
Content Description
Collection consists mainly of scripts for television dramas and documentaries written by Gay along with related notes, outlines and research materials. Included is the script for "Kill Me If You Can," (aired in 1977) the story of death row inmate, Caryl Chessman, whose numerous appeals in the 1950s and final execution in 1960 gained notariety. Research materials for this production include audio recordings of Gay reading court transcripts and fifteen hours of Gay interviewing Chessman's counsel, Rosalie Asher.
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
Preservation Note
System RequirementsInterviews and transcripts -- Audio cassette tapes.
Related Materials
Related MaterialsThere are no known other archival collections created by John Gay at the date of processing.
Acquisition Information
Acquisition InformationProcessing Note
Processing InformationDetailed Description of the Collection
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Untitled
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.
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Description: Link to Container List (PDF)
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Appellate procedure -- United States.
- Capital punishment -- United States.
- Documentary television programs.
- Executions and executioners -- United States.
- Television authorship.
- Television plays -- United States.
- Television scripts.
Personal Names
- Chessman, Caryl, 1921-1960.
Form or Genre Terms
- Audiotapes.
- Interviews.
Occupations
- Television writers.
Other Creators
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Personal Names
- Asher, Rosalie.
