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Ross Gould papers

 Collection
Identifier: PIMS-0112

Scope and Contents

The Ross Gould papers (approximately 1923-1955) contain manuscript and facsimile scores of songs by Gould, poems by Gould inscribed to the painter Durett Stokes, publicity photos of Gould from his Hollywood film career, and clippings.

Dates

  • Creation: approximately 1923-1955

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is unprocessed; access may be granted at the discretion of the archivist. The collection is located at the Arthur Friedheim Library Archives of the Peabody Institute. Contact peabodyarchives@lists.jhu.edu for more information.

Conditions Governing Use

Single copies may be made for research purposes. Researchers are responsible for determining any copyright questions. It is not necessary to seek our permission as the owner of the physical work to publish or otherwise use public domain materials that we have made available for use, unless Johns Hopkins University holds the copyright. All requests for permission to publish or perform materials in this collection must be submitted in writing to the archivist of the Arthur Friedheim Library.

Biographical / Historical

James Ross Gould was a film actor and songwriter who served as a first lieutenant in the United States Army.

Extent

0.1 Cubic Feet (1 folder)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

James Ross Gould was a film actor and songwriter who served as a first lieutenant in the United States Army. The Ross Gould papers contain manuscript and facsimile scores of songs by Gould, poems by Gould inscribed to the painter Durett Stokes, publicity photos of Gould from his Hollywood film career, and clippings.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

The immediate source of acquisition is unknown. A note in the folder states, "Ross Gould papers from [Durett?] Stokes."

Processing Information

This collection is unprocessed.

Title
Guide to the Ross Gould papers
Author
Matt Testa
Date
2019
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
English

Repository Details

Part of the Peabody Archives Repository

Contact:
Peabody Institute
1 E. Mount Vernon Place
Baltimore MD 21202 USA