Lawrence G. Blochman papers, 1921-1975
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Blochman, Lawrence G. (Lawrence Goldtree), 1900-1975.
- Title
- Lawrence G. Blochman papers, 1921-1975 ( inclusive)
- Quantity
- 24.3 cubic feet (54 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 05723
- 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
Blochman (1900-1975) was a journalist and writer originally from California. He worked as a journalist in the United States and abroad during the 1920s, and after 1928 worked completely free-lance. Blochman wrote many short stories, non-fiction and fiction books and was known for his mystery and detective novels.
During World War II he worked with the United States Office of War Information's overseas branch and became chief of radio programs which produced the "Voice of America" broadcasts. Blochman also did some writing for radio and television. He was a member and vice president (1956-1957) of the Overseas Press Club, a member of the Mystery Writers of America and received its Edgar Allan Poe Award for a short story.
Content Description
Collection contains materials relating to Blochman's writing career with some personal correspondence. Professional materials include correspondence, manuscripts, reviews of his work, a scrapbook, photographs and radio scripts.
There are correspondence, radio scripts and other miscellaneous materials relating to his work with the Office of War Information. There are also minutes, correspondence and bulletins (1950s) of the Overseas Press Club, and minutes, correspondence and Poe awards programs (1946-1975) of the Mystery Writers of America.
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
- Detective and mystery stories, American.
- Freelance journalism.
- Journalism -- Authorship.
- Radio authorship.
- Radio programs -- United States.
- Radio scripts.
- World War, 1939-1945 -- Propaganda.
Corporate Names
- United States. Office of War Information.
- Voice of America (Organization)
Form or Genre Terms
- Photographs.
- Scrapbooks.
- Scripts.
Occupations
- Authors.
- Journalists.
Other Creators
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Corporate Names
- Mystery Writers of America.
- Overseas Press Club of America.
