"The Catch Colt" (Novella) - Background Notes., 10/01/1978-11/17/1982

File — Box: 2, Folder: 1

Identifier: 51628

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

A collection of manuscripts for various works by American author and screenwriter Mary O’Hara (1885-1980), including the novella and musical screenplay “The Catch Colt”, “The Wyngate Children”, as well as the complete manuscript for her autobiography “Flicka’s Friend.” Also included is sheet music for compositions by O’Hara: “Green Grass of Wyoming” (1946), and “The Wind Harp” (1954).

Dates

10/01/1978-11/17/1982

Conditions Governing Access

Most manuscripts collections at the Georgetown University Booth Family Center for Special Collections are open to researchers; however, restrictions may apply to some collections. Collections stored off site require a minimum of three days for retrieval. For use of all manuscripts collections, researchers are advised to contact the Booth Family Center for Special Collections in advance of any visit.

Extent

From the Collection: 3.42 Linear Feet (3 Record Storage Cartons and 1 Document Case)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Container Summary

Contains typed notes by Kent Parrot regarding the conception of the novella, "The Catch Colt," originally written as a musical play.

Subjects and Associated Physical Materials

"CATCH COLT, THE" (NOVELLA) BY MARY O'HARA - BACKGROUND: Manuscript

O'HARA, MARY - "CATCH COLT, THE" (NOVELLA) - BACKGROUND: Manuscript

PARROT, KENT KANE, Jr. - MEMORANDUM: "THE CATCH COLT" (NOVELLA) 1982: Manuscript