International Wizard of Oz Club records, 1955-1977
Collection context
- Creator:
- International Wizard of Oz Club
- Extent:
- 4 boxes (4 boxes)
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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Correspondence received by Schiller, including many letters from Fred Meyer, officer of the club, Dick Martin, an Oz illustrator, Ruth Plumly Thompson, author of many later Oz stories, and several members of the Baum family.
- Biographical / historical:
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The International Wizard of Oz Club was founded in 1957 by Justin G. Schiller (1943-), now a dealer in historical children's literature. This club for collectors of the Oz books of L. Frank Baum publishes THE BAUM BUGLE and other occasional publications about Oz, sponsors conventions, and exchanges want lists among its members.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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The following boxes are located off-site: Boxes 2-4. You will need to request this material from the Rare Book and Manuscript Library at least three business days in advance to use the collection in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room.
This collection has no restrictions.
- Terms of access:
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The RBML maintains ownership of the physical material only. Copyright remains with the creator and his/her heirs. The responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.
- Preferred citation:
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Identification of specific item; Date (if known); International Wizard of Oz Club records; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.
- Location of this collection:
- Before you visit:
- Researchers interested in viewing materials in the RBML reading room must must book an appointment at least 7 days in advance. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to 5 items per day.
- Contact:
- rbml@library.columbia.edu