Lanny Ross papers, 1921-1974
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Ross, Lanny, 1906-1988.
- Title
- Lanny Ross papers
- Dates
- 1921-1974 (inclusive)19211974
- Quantity
- 6.59 cubic feet (8 boxes + 1 other)
- Collection Number
- 04676
- 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
Partial finding aid available in repository.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
Lanny Ross (1906-1988) was a singer and actor, who graduated from Yale (1928), Juilliard (1933), and Columbia Law (1931). He was best known as the tenor star on radio's Maxwell House Showboat Hour. Lanny performed on the NBC show "Mardi Gras with Walter O'Keefe" for Packard Motors in 1938. Later he performed on numerous series for CBS and in 1949/1950 on Mutual Network. His "Lanny Ross"Show ran from 1954-1961 on WCBS Radio. Movies in which he appeared included "Melody In Spring," "College Rhythm," "Paris On Broadway," among others. Lanny Ross is best known for his theme song "Moonlight and Roses."
Content Description
The Lanny Ross papers include awards, photographs, clippings, scrapbooks and sound recordings. Included in the collection is Lanny Ross' album "Silver Dollar Country."
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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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
- Male actors.
- Male singers.
- Radio actors and actresses.
- Radio music.
- Radio programs.
- Tenors (Singers)
Titles within the Collection
- Maxwell House showboat hour (Radio program)
