Ralph Byrd papers, 1926-1990, bulk 1937-1952

Collection context

Summary

Creators:
Byrd, Ralph
Abstract:
The collection consists of clippings, correspondence, miscellaneous material, two scrapbooks, and photographs. Of interest are promotional items related to the film serial DICK TRACY (1937).
Extent:
0.6 linear ft. of papers
Language:
Languages represented in the collection: English
Preferred citation:

Ralph Byrd papers, Margaret Herrick Library, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

Background

Biographical / historical:

Ralph Byrd was an American character actor active in film from the mid-1930s to early 1950s. He is best known for portraying Dick Tracy in the Republic Pictures' serial beginning in 1937.

Acquisition information:
Gift of Carroll Dianne Evangeline, 1998
Arrangement:

Not arranged in series.

Rules or conventions:
Finding aid prepared using Describing Archives: a Content Standard

Indexed terms

Subjects:
Actors
Names:
Byrd, Ralph

Access and use

Restrictions:

Available by appointment only.

Terms of access:

Property rights to the physical object belong to the Margaret Herrick Library. Researchers are responsible for obtaining all necessary rights, licenses, or permissions from the appropriate companies or individuals before quoting from or publishing materials obtained from the library.

Preferred citation:

Ralph Byrd papers, Margaret Herrick Library, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

Location of this collection:
333 S. La Cienega Blvd
Beverly Hills, CA 90211, US
Contact:
(310) 247-3036 extension 2226