William MacAdams - Ben Hecht research papers
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
- MacAdams, William (Person)
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
Subject
- Hecht, Ben, 1894-1964 (Person)
- 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
60 West Walton Street
Chicago Illinois 60610 United States
312-255-3512
reference@newberry.org