Richard Collins papers , 1932-1967

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Collins, Richard, 1914-2013
Title
Richard Collins papers
Dates
1932-1967 (inclusive)
Quantity
9 linear feet, (6 containers)
Collection Number
Ax 691
Summary
Collection comprises papers of American screenwriter and producer Richard Collins and includes motion picture scripts, scenarios, screen plays, outlines and treatments by Collins and others; television scripts, including scripts for the Breaking point and Chrysler theatre series; and professional correspondence. Major correspondents are Marjorie Cantor, Frank Dorsey, Arnaud d'Usseau and Ned Russell.
Repository
University of Oregon Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives
UO Libraries--SCUA
1299 University of Oregon
Eugene OR
97403-1299
Telephone: 5413463068
spcarref@uoregon.edu
Access Restrictions

Collection is open to the public. Collection must be used in Special Collections and University Archives Reading Room. Collection or parts of collection may be stored offsite. Please contact Special Collections and University Archives in advance of your visit to allow for transportation time.

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Languages
English
Sponsor
Funding for encoding this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

Historical NoteReturn to Top

Richard J. Collins is a writer and producer born in New York City on July 20, 1914. He attended Stanford University and became a junior writer at 20th Century Fox during the years 1936 and 1937. He was a one of the producers of Bonanza at the National Broadcasting Company in the 1960s.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The collection consists of motion picture and television scripts by both Collins and others. In addition, there is correspondence, contracts, production material and notes on script ideas.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Authors, American--20th century
  • Screenwriters--United States
  • Television writers--United States

Personal Names

  • Collins, Richard, 1914-2013
  • Collins, Richard, 1914-2013

Form or Genre Terms

  • Correspondence
  • Screenplays
  • Television scripts