Arnold Marquis Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS-0077

Collection Overview

Abstract

The Arnold Marquis Papers consist of manuscript materials written by Arnold Marquis, as well as radio scripts, copies of published articles, and promotional materials. The dates of these items have not yet been determined.

Dates

  • Creation: dates to be determined

Extent

5.42 Cubic Feet (12 archives boxes)

Creator

Scope and Contents

An inventory for the collection has not yet been created, but the collection is open to researchers.

Biographical / Historical

Arthus Marquis (died 1988) was a prolific author and a director and producer of radio dramas and documentaries. His best known radio productions include The Fifth Horseman, The Pacific Story, Unlimited Horizons, Enterprising West, and America's Indians. Marquis began his career as a journalist, which heavily influenced his approach to researching his documentary subjects. He also wrote the book A Guide to America's Indians (1974).

Conditions Governing Access

No known access restrictions.

Conditions Governing Use

Copyright and other restrictions may apply to the materials in this collection. Researchers using this collection assume full responsibility for conforming to the laws of libel, privacy, and copyright, and are responsible for securing permissions necessary for publication or reproduction.

Language of Materials

English

Immediate Source of Acquisition

The materials in this collection were transferred to the Browne Popular Culture Library by Arnold Marquis in 1975.

Processing Information

A preliminary record was created at an unknown date during or preceding 2021. This record was edited and input into ArchivesSpace by Tyne Lowe, Manuscripts Archivist, in March 2023.

Title
Guide to the Arnold Marquis Papers
Author
Tyne Lowe
Date
March 2023
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin