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Ring Lardner Jr. discusses the writings of his father Ring Lardner

BROADCAST: Jul. 6, 1976 | DURATION: 00:59:26

Synopsis

Ring Lardner Jr. discusses the writings of his father Ring Lardner, and his new book "The Lardners: My Family Remembered", discussing his family life, Mother, Father, and siblings.

Details

Broadcast Date
Jul. 6, 1976

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 60 min.) : 10 1/2 in. Copy-T3199.152.

Duration
59 minutes, 26 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Sports and Sports Writers Literature Film Journalism & Broadcasting

People

Authors, Writers

Tags

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