Description
The Fredrick Y. Smith papers span the years 1928-1974 and encompass approximately 4 linear feet. The
collection consists of biographical material; writings by Smith; a few scripts and programs; clippings
and photographs related to Fanchon and Marco stage shows; pamphlets related to motion picture editing;
Society of Motion Picture Film Editors newsletters; miscellaneous correspondence, including some related
to Joan Crawford; two scrapbooks; and four photograph albums.
Background
Fredrick Y. Smith was an American film editor active in film from 1930 to 1961.
Extent
4 linear feet of papers.
Restrictions
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.
Availability
Available by appointment only.