Corbett family papers, 1920-1974
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Corbett Family
- Title
- Corbett family papers
- Dates
- 1920-1974 (inclusive)19201974
- Quantity
- 1.25 cubic feet (2 boxes) + oversize.
- Collection Number
- 00882
- 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.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
John Corbett (d. 1947) and Mary Kingsley Corbett (1871-1945) came to Laramie, Wyoming, in 1914. John Corbett was a coach and physical education instructor at the University of Wyoming. He retired in 1939. Mary Kingsley (Mrs. John) Corbett received a Bachelor's degree in music from Wooster (Ohio) University in 1894. She wrote and staged many musical plays and shows.
Content Description
The collection includes original music written by Mrs. John (Mary Kingsley) Corbett, including the cantata "Goddess of Liberty" and the outdoor pageant "A Wyoming Episode" (performed by the University of Wyoming Department of Physical Education in 1920 or 1923). There is also a script for a one act play, "The Boarding House," presented at the Empress Theatre in 1924. Also included are programs, newspaper clippings, Corbett family correspondence, and a photograph album.
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
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Community theater -- Wyoming -- Laramie.
- Dramatic music.
- One-act plays.
- Pantomimes with music.
Corporate Names
- Empress Theatre (Laramie, Wyo.)
- University of Wyoming. Dept. of Physical Education.
Geographical Names
- Wyoming -- History -- 1919-1945.
- Wyoming -- Songs and music.
Form or Genre Terms
- Drama.
- Music.
Other Creators
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Personal Names
- Corbett, John, Mrs., 1871-1945 -- Boarding house.
- Corbett, John, Mrs., 1871-1945 -- Goddess of Liberty.
- Corbett, John, Mrs., 1871-1945 -- Wyoming episode.
- Corbett, John, d. 1947.
