Zane Grey's West Society
Administrative History
The Zane Grey's West Society (1983-) was established to promote the life and works of Zane Grey.
The Zane Grey's West Society was founded in 1983 by Joe Wheeler and is located in Pleasanton, California. The society's purpose is to promote the works and life of Zane Grey by furthering the knowledge and research on Grey and his works. As of 2022, the society was active.
Citation:
The horses of Bostil's Ford, 1986: title page (published by Zane Grey's West Society)Zane Grey's West Society web site, 3 December 2010 (promotes knowledge of American author Zane Grey and his works)
Zane Grey's West Society web site, September 5, 2023 (The Zane Grey's West Society; founded in 1983 by Joe Wheeler; located in Pleasanton, California; purpose to promote the works and life of Zane Grey, by furthering the knowledge and research on Grey and his works; as of 2023, the society is currently still active)
Found in 6 Collections and/or Records:
Joe Wheeler collection of diaries, 1910-1954
Contains holograph and typed diaries by Zane Grey and Lina Elise Grey. Lina Elise Grey went by the name "Dolly." Most of the items are photocopied. One leather diary by Zane Grey is included. The materials date from 1910 to 1954.
Joe Wheeler collection of magazines
Contains original copies of magazines, catalogs, and comic books containing material by, about, or related to Zane Grey, the Grey family, Wheeler, or the Zane Grey's West Society. Materials date from approximately 1910 to 1989.
Joe Wheeler collection on Zane Grey
Joe Wheeler collection of Zane Grey materials include manuscripts, articles, diaries, correspondence, serials, ephemera, newspapers, plays, photographs, negatives, and other materials by, about, or related to Zane Grey, the Grey family, Joe Wheeler, Zane Grey's West Society, or western life and culture. Dated approximately 1910-1989.
Zane Grey booklets, approximately 1920-1935
Contains a small booklet with handwritten notes by Zane Grey. Dated approximately 1920 to 1935.
Zane Grey original manuscripts, approximately 1910-1939
Contains various original (mainly typescript) manuscripts and partial manuscripts written by Zane Grey between approximately 1910 and 1939.
Zane Grey's West Society collection
A collection of items related to Zane Grey and his family, friends, properties, adventures, and work. Items were collected by the Zane Grey West Society members and donated to the Society over a period of time. Includes letters (both originals and photocopies), manuscripts, a booklet, and photographs, some of which are reproductions. Materials dated from 1905 to 1972.
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