Papers of George Singleton relating to the organisation, management, and activities of the Singleton cinema circuit. Also includes papers relating to the Cinema Exhibitors Association (CEA), Scottish Cinematograph Trade Benevolent Fund, Glasgow Cinema Club, Scottish Film Production Trust, and Black Cat Studios Glasgow., 1914-1989.
Scope and Contents
1913 - 1980 Misc ms and papers relating to the cinema operation of Singleton’s circuit, including notebook containing weekly accounts for a cinema, possibly Plaza Burnbank, up to end of first week of war (1913 - 1914).
1922 - 1968 Papers relating to CEA business and events
1919 - 1991 Papers relating to Scottish Cinematograph Trade Benevolent Fund
1967 - 1969 Papers relating to Glasgow Cinema Club
1964 Papers relating to NATKE business
1974 - 1982 Papers and minutes relating to Scottish Film Production Trust
1986 - 1989 Papers relating to Black Cat Studios Glasgow
Tape recording - oral history interview with GS and former employees.
Dates
- Creation: 1914-1989.
Language of Materials
English
Extent
0.00 Linear metres (113 items.)
Repository Details
Part of the National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division Repository
Archives and Manuscript Division
National Library of Scotland
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