| Description |
41 scrapbooks |
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1.7 lin. ft. (4 boxes) |
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I. Scrapbooks; II. Correspondence. |
| Summary |
The Hildegarde papers consists of 41 scrapbooks spanning the years 1936-1978 and correspondence for the period 1937-1978. |
| Reproduction |
Some items have been removed from deteriorating scrapbooks because they were in fragile condition. Items which were too fragile had to be photocopied. |
| Biography |
Hildegarde Loretta Sell was born in Wisconson on February 1, 1906. Known professionally as "Hildegarde," Miss Sell became a successful caberet and cafe singer. She was also a pianist and an actress. Hildegarde made her first recording on October 17, 1934. Hildegarde was honored on her eightieth birthday, February 1, 1986, at Carnegie Hall, in New York City. |
| Indexes |
Inventories available. |
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Catalog cards filed in cage catalog. |
| Subject |
Hildegarde, 1906-
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Music-halls (Variety-theaters, cabarets, etc.)
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| Genre/Form |
Scrapbooks.
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Clippings.
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Photoprints.
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| Occupation |
Singers. |
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Actresses -- United States. |
| Call No. |
8MWEZ26127-131
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| Research Call Number |
8MWEZ26127-131
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