Scope and Contents
The microfilmed Philip Bard papers contain materials reflecting Bard's work as a writer and artist; his political attitudes and activity, and his career following a heart operation in 1951. The papers contain poems; drafts and synopses of stories; essays dealing with the role of the social artist in capitalism; clippings and drafts concerning Bard's play, Ninth Month Midnight; letters from Herbert Kruckman, reminiscing about their Art Union and organizing activities; business correspondence, some dealing with Bard's financial situation after 1951; sketchbooks; clippings; and catalogs.
Language
English
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Lent for microfilming 1969 by Mrs. Aza Bard McKenzie, widow of Bard.
Existence and Location of Originals
Originals were returned to lender after microfilming.