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William Farnum Collection
GC 1093
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Title: William Farnum Collection
Dates: 1899-1952
Collection Number: GC 1093
Creator/Collector:
Extent: (Boxes: 12 letter, 2 ov, 1 mc folder)
Repository:
Seaver Center for Western History Research, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
Abstract: Manuscripts, photographs, clippings and ephemera relating to the life of William Farnum and his acting career.
Language of Material: English
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William Farnum Collection. Seaver Center for Western History Research, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
Biography/Administrative History
William Farnum (1876-1953) was a stage actor who became a silent screen film star. His filmography ranged from 1914 to 1938.
Scope and Content of Collection
Manuscripts, photographs, clippings and ephemera relating to the life of William Farnum and his acting career.
Series 1: Biographical Material and Ephemera; Series 2: Speeches and Manuscript Material; Series 3: Programs; Series 4:
Correspondence. Collection also contains clippings, film stills and other photographs. Collection also covers his brother
Dustin Farnum.
Motion picture industry.
Actors and actresses.