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L.B.D. Amusement Co., Inc. collection

 Collection — Box: 1
Identifier: 116.3256
Abstract

The L.B.D. Amusement Co., Inc. collection is a compilation of inventory lists, arcade tickets, licenses, photographs, stationary, and more relating to two arcades owned by the Rabkin family. The bulk of the materials are dated between 1946 and 1964.

Dates: Majority of material found within 1946 - 1964; 1925 - 1964

Lella Gandini early childhood and children's folklore collection

 Collection — Box: 1-23
Identifier: 2014.gandini
Abstract

The Lella Gandini early childhood and children’s folklore collection are a compilation of research notes, presentations, scholarly articles, and other documents created or used by Lella Gandini throughout her education career.

Dates: 1645-2016; Majority of material found within 1970-2000

Leonard Herman press kit and marketing collection

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 113.2963
Abstract

The Leonard Herman press kit and marketing collection includes six CDs containing digitized press kit materials for various paper and electronic gaming companies from 1981-2003.

Dates: 1981-2003

LeRoy Howard papers

 Collection — Box: 1-4
Identifier: 114.3440
Abstract

The LeRoy Howard papers are a compilation of business papers, patents, notes, and published game instructions from a former executive at Parker Brothers, Inc. The bulk of the materials are dated from 1930 through 1952.

Dates: 1892 - 1952; Majority of material found within 1930 - 1952

Leslie Davies diary

 Item — Box: Individual Manuscripts
Identifier: 92.8781
Abstract

This diary of Leslie Davies spans from January 1, 1916 to January 1, 1918. Included with the diary are two lists of subjects compiled by staff of The Strong, listing an index of play-related subjects such as camping, dancing, fishing, football, horseback riding, attending moving-picture shows, playing games, swimming, and more.

Dates: 1916-1918

Letter from Augustus to Father, heading west

 File — Box: Individual manuscripts
Identifier: 2017.aug
Abstract

This letter, noted only from "Your affectionate son, Augustus" to his father, was written in 1849 as Augustus traveled to the western frontier of the United States. Writing from Missouri, the author details his provisions, livestock, and funds. It is possible that the letter-writer was heading to California as part of the 1849 California Gold Rush, following the famed Oregon Trail starting at Independence, Missouri.

Dates: 1849-03-19

Letter from Gary Gygax to Steve Marsh

 Item — Box: Individual Manuscripts Box 6, Folder: 2
Identifier: 124.160
Collection Scope and Content Note

This is a three-page letter from Gary Gygax to Steve Marsh discussing a variety of subjects, including Gary's personal recounting of his history with Dave Arneson, the creation of Dungeons and Dragons, and Arneson's contribution toDungeons and Dragons. The letter is dated February 25, 1980.

Dates: 1980 February 25

Letter from "Little Fanny" to parents

 Item
Identifier: 20103
Abstract

This is a three-page letter written on behalf of "Little Fanny" to her parents while away visiting "Auntie Foane." It describes the purchase of a donkey, a trip to the circus, visits with relatives, and making pudding. At the top of the first page is a pencil drawing of a girl labeled "Millie's Niece." The letter is undated but is likely from the late 19th-early 20th century.

Dates: undated [c. late 19th-early 20th century]

Letter from Rory Provencal to GamePro Magazine

 File — Box: Individual Manuscripts
Identifier: 113.00001
Abstract

This undated letter, written by Rory Provencal, is addressed to GamePro, a videogame magazine which ran from 1989 until 2011. Rory notes what he likes about the GamePro magazine and other games he enjoys.

Dates: c. 1990s-2000s [?]

Letter of Authenticity for Stryker Landlord's Game from Charis and Dorcas Wilson to Phil Orbanes

 Item — Box: Individual Manuscripts
Identifier: 113.5069a
Abstract

Two-page letter from Charis and Dorcas Wilson, daughters of Phyllis Stryker Wilson, who inherited the Stryker Landlord's Game from her parents, Roy Emerson and Alice Frasier Stryker. Letter accompanied donation of Stryker Landlord's Game by Phil Orbanes to The Strong in 2013.

Dates: 2002

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University of Pennsylvania. Department of Folklore and Folklife 3
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American Folklore Society 2
Angle, Charles E. 2
Angle, Ida Jane (Motley), 1857-1929 2
BBC Television 2
Barry & Enright Productions 2
Barry, Jack, 1918-1984 2
Berlyn, Michael, 1949-2023 2
Berry, Danielle Paula 2
Blumenthal, Howard 2
Brockman, Michael 2
Brown, Stuart L. 2
Bunten Berry, Dani 2
Bunten, Dan 2
CBS, Inc. 2
Carlston, Doug 2
Cheng, Regan 2
Chew, Jacinda 2
Coleman, Dorothy Elizabeth (Smith), 1909-2000 2