The Exhibitor (Nov 1938-May 1939)

Record Details:

Title:
The Exhibitor
Date:
Nov 1938-May 1939
Publisher:
Philadelphia, Jay Emanuel Publications, Inc.
Volume:
The Exhibitor (Nov 1938-May 1939) Washington, DC Edition
Leaf #:
000377
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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