Truman, Harry S., 03/02/1951 - 03/30/1951., bulk: 1951 - 1951

File — Box: 1, Folder: 31

Scope and Contents Note

From the Collection:

The Arthur Johnston Papers represent an extensive collection of materials documenting the life and works of Arthur Johnston (1898-1954), a prolific American music composer who wrote music for the theater and for film. Some of Johnston's correspondence and contracts are preserved among his papers. Also, printed materials about his career and numerous photographs of him and others are present. A large number of his musical compositions--both published an unpublished--are retained in the collection. The following types of musical compositions are contained in this collection: individual songs with lyrics only, musical manuscripts of particular songs, music for films, music for theater, and musical works by other individuals.

The Arthur Johnston Papers are contained in 20 boxes (19.5 linear feet). The papers date from 1898 to 2000 with most documents falling into the range of 1920 to 1954.

Status: Open. Provenance: Purchased from J & J Lubrano Music Antiquarians, 2010. Processed by Scott S. Taylor, June 2010.

Dates

03/02/1951 - 03/30/1951.
Majority of material found in 1951 - 1951

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: 19.5 Linear Feet (21 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Container Summary

1 Typed Letter Signed (photocopy) dated 03/02/1951 from Harry S Truman to Mr. T. E. Rivers, Secretary of the National and Inter-American Music Committee of the National Recreation Association, informing him that Truman applauds the committee's work. Truman wishes success of the committee's efforts for Music Week; sent from the White House. Also, 1 Printed Newsletter: "Notes from ASCAP [American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers]."