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Description
The Howard Walls collection spans the years 1851-1967 (bulk 1947-1953) and encompasses 2.1 linear feet. The material consists of Walls's working files during his tenure as the Academy's first film archivist. Much of the information deals with various topics regarding early cinema history, as well as the Academy's film preservation efforts in that area.
Background
Howard Walls was an American film archivist. He served as curator for the Academy library from around 1947 to 1953. Prior to that he was associated with the Library of Congress.
Extent
2.1 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.