Laemmle, Carl (Sr. and Jr.), 1915-1937

File — Box: 107

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The collection is comprised of photographs that were used in Quigley Publications, active under various titles since 1915 in motion picture industry trade publishing (Motion Picture Herald, Motion Picture Daily, and others). It is primarily an assemblage of publicity photographs that feature individuals associated with the motion picture industry: producers, directors, animators, and their colleagues. Actors and actresses figure less prominently, but are also represented among the approximately 55,000 black-and-white photographs and 3,500 negatives ranging in date from about 1906 to 1972. The collection also includes a smaller number of photographs devoted to motion picture studios, theaters, and equipment.

Dates

1915-1937

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: 109.5 Cubic Feet (219 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Container Summary

Carl Laemmle, Sr. President, Universal Pictures Corporation. Also managing director of Broadway Theatre. Includes a two page partial chronology of Laemmle's life (1867-1923). Includes possible reproduction of 1884 photo of Laemmle, Sr. Carl Laemmle, Jr. General manager, Universal Pictures Corporation. Also includes a 1939 picture of Rosabelle Laemmle, daughter of Carl Laemmle, Sr. Also includes a picture of first photo-radio transmitted contract, for screen rights to "Broadway" in 1928.