The Exhibitor (Jun-Nov 1944)

Record Details:

Title:
The Exhibitor
Date:
Jun-Nov 1944
Publisher:
Philadelphia, Jay Emanuel Publications, Inc.
Volume:
The Exhibitor (Jun-Nov 1944) New York State Edition
Leaf #:
000947
Language:
English
Collection:
Early Cinema and Hollywood Studio System
Format:
Periodicals
Contributor:
Media History Digital Library
Sponsor:
Media History Digital Library
Coordinator:
Media History Digital Library
Description:
Regional trade paper that began in Philadelphia, but expanded to include editions for other markets.
Date Added:
July 25, 2024
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