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James Sheldon scripts, 1946-1986
PASC 92  
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Description
Collection consists primarily of television series scripts along with scripts for television pilots and television movies related to the career of director James Sheldon. Shows represented include McMillan & and Wife, Naked City, Room 222, and Route 66, among others. Also includes scripts for the radio series Crimes of Carelessness.
Background
James Sheldon was born in New York City, NY and received his bachelors degree from the University of North Carolina in 1941. Sheldon's directing career began with radio projects in the mid 1940's but he quickly moved onto television projects. His numerous directing credits include Kay OBrien, Room 222, Adventures of Ellery Queen, My World and Welcome to it, Owen Marshall, Counselor at Law, and McMillan and Wife.
Extent
7.9 linear ft. (19 boxes)
Restrictions
Property rights to the physical object belong to the UC Regents. Literary rights, including copyright, are retained by the creators and their heirs. It is the responsibility of the researcher to determine who holds the copyright and pursue the copyright owner or his or her heir for permission to publish where The UC Regents do not hold the copyright.
Availability
Open for research. STORED OFF-SITE AT SRLF. Advance notice is required for access to the collection. Please contact UCLA Library Special Collections for paging information.