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James Laughlin papers

 Collection
Call Number: YCAL MSS 654
Scope and Contents
The James Laughlin Papers contain writings by Laughlin and others, an award acceptance speech by Laughlin, papers and audiocassettes relating to "New Directions at 50," the 50th Anniversary of New Directions exhibition at the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Yale University, and various material removed from printed volumes.
Conditions Governing Access
The materials are open for research.

Box 5 (audiocassettes): Restricted fragile material. Reference copies may be requested. Consult Access Services for further information.
Conditions Governing Use
The James Laughlin Papers is the physical property of the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Yale University. Literary rights, including copyright, belong to the authors or their legal heirs and assigns. For further information, consult the appropriate curator.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Gift of James Laughlin, 1986-2005.

1988-2005, printed volumes were accessioned in Printed Acquisitions. 2008, material was accessioned in Manuscript Unit.
Arrangement
Organized into four groupings: I. June 1986 Acquisition, 1986 June. II. June 1986 Acquisition, 1986. III. May 1989 Acquisition, 1976-1989. IV.1988-2005 Acquisitions, 1949-1996.
Associated Materials
Printed material received with the collection was removed for separate cataloging and can be accessed by searching Orbis (Yale's Online Catalog).
Dates
1939 - 1994
Majority of material found within 1976 - 1994
Extent
2.64 Linear Feet (5 boxes)
Related Names
Laughlin, James, 1914-1997
Language of Materials
English