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William MacAdams - Ben Hecht research papers

 Collection
Identifier: Midwest-MS-MacAdams

Scope and Contents

Research materials gathered by William MacAdams in writing a biography of Ben Hecht, entitled: Ben Hecht: The Man Behind the Legend (1990). Includes photographs, correspondence with Hecht family members and acquaintances, programs, periodical issues, interview cassette tapes, etc. Also includes typescripts of the work.

[archivist's note, 2023: Audiovisual recordings in this collection have been digitized and are available online. Access to the original audiovisual items is restricted.]

Dates

  • Creation: approximately 1925-1990

Creator

Language

Materials are in English.

Conditions Governing Access

This material is unprocessed and is available by appointment only. Please contact reference@newberry.org at least 5 business days in advance to request an appointment.

Audiovisual recordings in this collection have been digitized and are available online. Access to the original audiovisual items is restricted.

Extent

4 Linear Feet (2 record cartons and 1 shelf loose items)

14 items (13 audiocassettes and 1 VHS)

Abstract

Research materials gathered by William MacAdams in writing a biography of Ben Hecht, entitled: Ben Hecht: The Man Behind the Legend (1990). Includes photographs, correspondence with Hecht family members and acquaintances, programs, periodical issues, interview cassette tapes, etc. Also includes typescripts of the work.

Location

1 24 4-5

Title
William MacAdams - Ben Hecht research papers, approximately 1925-1990
Status
Unprocessed
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Revision Statements

  • 2023-01-17: Audiovisual materials have been permanently removed from the collection for preservation. Access to the original audiovisual items is restricted.

Repository Details

Part of the The Newberry Library - Modern Manuscripts and Archives Repository

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