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Gunsmoke Collection
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Description
A collection of radio and television scripts for the long-running western American program Gunsmoke.
Background
Gunsmoke was an American radio and television Western drama series created by director Norman Macdonnell and writer John Meston. The radio series ran from 1952 to 1961; the television series ran for 20 seasons from 1955 to 1975, and lasted for 635 episodes.
Extent
11.34 Linear Feet (27 boxes)
Restrictions
No photocopying is allowed. No quotations are allowed apart from very brief phrases under "fair use." No publication or performances of these scripts are allowed. All inquiries regarding publication or quotation should be referred to the owner of copyright for the specific script(s). Copyright resides with either the production company or author for the scripts in this collection.
Availability
Open for use by qualified researchers and by appointment. Please contact Reader Services at the Huntington Library for more information.