William Harris, Jr. papers, 1914-1934.

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Creator

Harris, William, 1884-1946.

Location

Manuscripts and Archives Division

Extent

• 20 linear feet (21 boxes)

Access Restrictions

Restricted access; Manuscripts and Archives Division; Permit must be requested at the division indicated.

Scope/Contents Note

Collection consists of approximately 13,000 vouchers, 1914-1934, concerning Harris' investments and theatrical expenses during his most active years in the theatre. Many of the vouchers have bills, accounts or statements attached to them. There is a separate card index to the names on these vouchers. Also, there are about 3,000 vouchers, 1920-1928, relating to Mrs. Henry B. Harris and a few for Henry B. Harris and Howard Schnebbe.

Biographical/Historical Note

William Harris, Jr. (1884-1946) entered the family theatrebusiness in 1912 after the death of his older brother, Henry B. Harris. Until his retirement in 1939, William Harris, Jr. managed New York City theaters, produced playson Broadway and organized road companies of his shows.

Controlled Access Terms

• Harris, William, 1884-1946.
• Theater -- Finance.
• Theater management.
• Theaters -- New York (State) -- New York.
• Vouchers.
• Theatrical producers and directors.
• Theatrical managers.

Additional Creator Names

• Harris, Irene Wallach.
• Harris, Henry B., 1866-1912.
• Schnebbe, Howard.