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Paul Christopher collection of Carl W. Knight photographs
Collection
Identifier: 0321
Abstract
The Paul Christopher collection of Carl W. Knight's photographs consists mainly of photographs, negatives, and slides of portraits and scenic views of Missouri and Southern California. In addition to the images, there are a few textual items that include financial documents, newspaper clippings, miscellaneous ticket stubs and pamphlets that Knight collected, and correspondence (mostly postcards) to or from Carl Knight's sister, Pansy M. Knight. The date span of the collection ranges from...
Dates:
1920 - 1988; Majority of material found within 1920 - 1970
Found in:
USC Libraries Special Collections
Lou D'Elia collection on George Hurrell
Collection
Identifier: 6151
Abstract
George Hurrell began his career as a photographer working for MGM during the Golden Age of Hollywood, during which time he photographed some of the most famous movie stars of the period, and as a result became one of the most famous studio photographers in Hollywood. He became known for his use of light that included spotlights and shadows, and hand-retouching, which produced romantic portraits that became his signature style. He continued to use this style throughout his long career,...
Dates:
1922-2015
Found in:
USC Libraries Special Collections
Esther Feldman and Community Conservation Solutions records
Collection
Identifier: 7136
Abstract
The Esther Feldman and Community Conservation Solutions records document the work conducted by Esther Feldman and/or Community Conservation Solutions (CCS) from the 1980s through 2020. The collection focuses on two major subject areas: (i) ballot measures and campaigns creating public financing for park and conservation projects and (ii) land-based projects involving land acquisition, native habitat restoration, park creation, 'green' stormwater and urban runoff capture, planning projects,...
Dates:
1984 - 2022
Found in:
USC Libraries Special Collections
Robert F. Jani papers
Collection
Identifier: 0291
Abstract
This collection consists of the personal and business papers of Robert F. Jani (1934-1989). He was a creator, director and executive producer of musical spectaculars, television productions, pageants and extravaganzas, celebrations, international events, parades, arena shows and sports events, world premieres and openings, pyrotechnic shows, expositions, and theme parks. Mr. Jani was a founder of USC Songfest and principal of Robert F. Jani Productions, Inc. He graduated from the University...
Dates:
Majority of material found within 1950s-1980s
Found in:
USC Libraries Special Collections
Herbert G. Klein papers
Collection
Identifier: 0345
Abstract
The Herbert G. Klein papers contain detailed records of the day to day activities of Herbert G. Klein, University of Southern California alumnus and trustee, journalist, editor and first White House Director of Communications. Included are records from all phases of Klein's long career: his early career as a journalist with Copley Newspapers in Alhambra and San Diego; his work with Richard Nixon, beginning with the Vice Presidential campaign of 1956; and his subsequent career as a media...
Dates:
15th-17th centuries, 1932-2009 (bulk 1960-1973)
Found in:
USC Libraries Special Collections
Moshe Lazar papers
Collection
Identifier: 5282
Abstract
Moshe Lazar (1928-2012) was a professor in many subjects at the University of Southern California from the late 1970s until a year before his death. In addition to the many topics he taught at the University, he actively and avidly researched a variety of topics related to medieval literature, antisemitism, and Sephardic studies. The materials in this collection span the breadth of his scholarly interests and activities.
Dates:
1967 - 2015
Found in:
USC Libraries Special Collections
Barbara G. Myerhoff papers
Collection
Identifier: 0275
Abstract
Papers of Barbara G. Myerhoff, a University of Southern California professor and noted anthropologist, consist of manuscripts, notes, printed material, publications, audiotapes, correspondence, and photographic material related to her teaching, field research, and publishing activities.
Dates:
1911 - 1985; Majority of material found within 1969 - 1984
Found in:
USC Libraries Special Collections
Ralph Rodgers and Percy Turner Circus collection
Collection
Identifier: 0388
Abstract
The Ralph Rodgers and Percy Turner Circus Collection documents the collective interests of a circus model builder/ miniature circus owner and a real circus owner who became friends and whose circus memorabilia ended up with a mutual friend who donated them to USC. The collection contains ephemera, correspondence, photographs, books, records, costumes, and a large amount of circus model plans and drawings kept by Ralph Rodgers. A portion of the collection represents the history of the...
Dates:
1930s-1980s
Found in:
USC Libraries Special Collections
David Rose papers
Collection
Identifier: 0347
Summary
David Rose (1910-2006) was a well-known courtroom sketch artist whose work documented some of the most notorious trials of the last half of the twentieth century: Klaus Barbie, Patty Hearst, Sirhan Sirhan, members of the Manson family, John Z. De Lorean, Timothy McVeigh, as well as crimes and criminals which were more well-known by their nicknames: The Hillside Strangler, The Night Stalker, the Bob's Big Boy Murders, etc. During his life, Rose also worked for the Hollywood studios as an...
Dates:
1970s-1990s
Found in:
USC Libraries Special Collections
Michael Several collection on Los Angeles Public Art
Collection
Identifier: 0316
Abstract
The Michael Several collection on Los Angeles Public Art consists of materials related to public art in Los Angeles. The collection dates from 1903-2000 with the bulk of the materials dating from 1980-2000. The collection includes article clippings, public records, photographs, slides, negatives, memorandums, brochures, art event notices, meeting minutes, project proposals, press releases, and correspondence about public art (murals, paintings, sculptures, etc.) in and around Los Angeles...
Dates:
1903 - 2000; Majority of material found within 1980 - 2000
Found in:
USC Libraries Special Collections