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Scope and Contents

From the Collection: The Olive Woolley Burt papers consist of manuscripts, research material, photographs, illustrations and correspondence of several of the books written for children by Burt during the years 1928-1980. The manuscript for her "American Murder Ballads and Their Stories," is included. Also among the papers are scrapbooks and other materials depicting her professional interests as a writer.

This addendum (1947-1970) to the Olive Wooley Burt Papers contains correspondence, manuscript drafts, and research files associated with various books written by Burt. Also included are bound copies of the Deseret News Magazine (1948-1952) and the Newsette (1947-1952), a children’s magazine associated with the Deseret News. These volumes contain original newsprint editions of the publications for the time period when Burt was editor.

Dates

  • 1936-1980

Conditions Governing Access

Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.

Extent

From the Collection: 37.25 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the J. Willard Marriott Library Special Collections Repository

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