The Melvin Riddle papers span the years 1918-1969 and encompass approximately 4 linear feet. The collection consists of miscellaneous papers, scrapbooks, and photographs.

Melvin M. Riddle was an American film publicist and advertising executive active from 1917 to 1956. He was at Famous Players-Lasky from 1918 to 1922; with Grauman theaters from 1923 to 1932; served in various roles involving advertising and publicity at numerous studios, including Fox and RKO from 1933 to 1944; and handled personal publicity for several actors through Foote, Cone & Belding from 1944 to 1956.

4 linear feet of papers.

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