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John W. Wells papers
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: John W. Wells papers | |
| Creator: Wells, John W. | |
| Inclusive Dates: 1924-1959 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 1 Linear Feet 2 document boxes | |
| Collection Number: ms2835 | |
| Repository: Hargrett Library | |
Collection Description
Historical Note
John W. Wells was an actor, playwright, and songwriter of Waycross, Georgia.
Scope and Content
The collection consists of correspondence; business items; typed and handwritten manuscripts, both published and unpublished, of Well's plays; and photographs. The correspondence contains letters from Well's publishers and editors regarding rewrites, publication, copyrights, staging, and production of Well's plays. The correspondence also includes letters to Well's wife Sarah from friends and Wells discussing social activities and Well's writing. Business materials include movie rights for Well's play "Rafter Romance" and New Jersey and New York City theater records for a production by Wells.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
John W. Wells papers, ms2835, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, University of Georgia Libraries.
General Notes
Cataloged as part of the Georgia Archives and Manuscripts Automated Access Project: A Special Collections Gateway Program of the University Center in Georgia.