Clifton Darling Scrapbook
This collection consists of a scrapbook covering the life of Clifton Darling from 1927-1935 through newspaper clippings, photographs, and event programs.The focus is on his singing and acting performances in high school and college. The scrapbook documents Darling's performances in glee clubs, choirs, and plays. Newspaper clippings include reviews of his performances. Student life at the University of Rochester is documented (the freshman-sophomore competition), as is Darling's induction into the Alpha Delta Phi fraternity.
Dates
- 1927-1935
Conditions Governing Access
Collections are stored offsite and must be requested in advance. See www.special.lib.utk.edu for detailed information. Collections must be requested through a registered Special Collections research account.
Conditions Governing Use
The UT Libraries claims only physical ownership of most material in the collections. Persons wishing to broadcast or publish this material must assume all responsibility for identifying and satisfying any claimants on www.special.lib.utk.edu for detailed information. Collections must be requested through a registered Special Collections research account.
Extent
1.5 Linear Feet
Abstract
This collection consists of a scrapbook covering the life of Clifton Darling from 1927-1935 through newspaper clippings, photographs, and event programs. The focus is on his singing and acting performances in high school and college.
Biographical/Historical Note
Clifton Darling attended New Trier High School in Winnetka, Illinois from 1926 until he graduated in 1929. He then attended the University of Rochester, from which he graduated in 1933. He was active in theater and chorus in school, and he played a minor role in the Broadway play Babes in Arms in 1937.
Arrangement
This collection consists of a single box.
Acquisition Note
This collection was acquired by Special Collections on August 3, 2006
Repository Details
Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository