This collection consists of the papers of American composer and bandleader Paul Whiteman (1890-1967). Materials include correspondence, photographs, film stills, and movie information. This collection includes items related to the movies, "Thanks a Million" (1935) and "King of Jazz" (1930).

Paul Whiteman (1890-1967) was an American bandleader, composer, orchestral director, and violist who performed live, in movies, television, and radio. Whiteman was often referred to as the "King of Jazz," and starred in a movie by the same title in 1930. He also starred with his band in the movie, "Thanks a Million" (1935). A number of his songs have been inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.

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