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Alex Gerber papers, 1914-1966
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Gerber, Alex, 1895-1969
- Title
- Alex Gerber papers
- Dates
- 1914-1966 (inclusive)19141966
- Quantity
- 6.30 cubic feet (7 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 11303
- 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 NoteReturn to Top
Alex Gerber (1895-1969) was a lyricist in New York City. He produced vaudeville acts and units for the vaudeville circuit. He wrote songs for "Poor Little Ritz Girl" (1920), "Ziegfeld Follies of 1920", "The Passing Shows "of 1921 and 1924, and "The Greenwich Village Follies of 1921". He wrote radio features for Jack Benny and Joe Penner and others. He collaborated with Sigmund Romberg and composed songs for Eddie Cantor, Al Jolson, and Fanny Brice. In the 1930s his "Funz-a-Poppin" toured worldwide. Gerber was also a writer of comedy material for film and radio and later wrote commercials and jingles for television.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The collection contains original sheet music, scores, and ring binders with novelty song lyrics, dramatic bits and scenes, black face acts, and other radio broadcasting material. There is a copy of a translation from French of Maurice Leloir's "Five Months in Hollywood with Douglas Fairbanks" (1929) and a small record collection dating back to 1916, including some of Gerber's songs. Clippings, fliers, and programs from Gerber's musical productions are included.
Use of the CollectionReturn to Top
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 InformationReturn to Top
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Composers -- United States -- 20th century.
- Lyricists -- United States -- 20th century.
- Music-halls (Variety-theaters, cabarets, etc.) -- United States.
- Variety shows (Radio programs) -- United States.
Personal Names
- Cantor, Eddie, 1892-1964.
- Leloir, Maurice, 1853-1940.
Form or Genre Terms
- Phonograph records.
- Scores.
Titles within the Collection
- Ziegfeld follies.
