Jay C. Flippen papers, 1919-1949
Table of Contents
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Flippen, Jay C., 1899-1971
- Title
- Jay C. Flippen papers
- Dates
- 1919-1949 (inclusive)Date of CollectionDate of Collection
- Quantity
- .55 cubic ft. (1 box and 1 folder)
- Collection Number
- 05482
- Summary
- Jay C. Flippen was an actor. Collection contains correspondence, clippings, programs, a guidebook, legal papers, membership cards, music, and photographs.
- 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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There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
Jay C. Flippen (1899-1971) was an actor. He is best remembered as television’s “Ensign O’Toole.” Flippen had a successful career as a comedian in New York Vaudeville, Broadway shows, and radio. His credits include Flying Leathernecks, The While One, Far Country, Oklahoma!, Cat Ballou, Wolves in Front, and others.
Content Description
Collection contains correspondence; newspaper clippings; handouts and theatre programs; an Official Vaudeville Guide; a 1927 legal agreement; membership cards and programs for the Friar’s Club; music manuscripts; and photographs.
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
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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 1 box and 1 folder.
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Description: Link to Container List (PDF)Container: Box 1-2
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Acting.
- Actors.
- Drama.
- Music.
- Performing arts.
- Theater.
- Vaudeville.
Corporate Names
- Friars Club (New York, N.Y.)
