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Mercer, Johnny, 1909-1976

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1909 - 1976

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Hugh Mercer, Jr. collection

 Collection
Identifier: M145
Abstract:

This collection consists of one folder of correspondence and greeting cards from the files of Hugh Mercer, Jr., son of Johnny Mercer’s half-brother.

Dates: circa 1937-1973

Johnny and Ginger Mercer papers

 Collection
Identifier: M002
Abstract:

The Johnny and Ginger Mercer Papers contain manuscripts, photographs, sheet music, recordings, printed materials, and memorabilia documenting the early careers (1920s through about 1931) of both Johnny and Ginger Mercer; their courtship and marriage (1930 and 1931); and Johnny Mercer's career as a songwriter, performer, and businessman as it continued after their marriage; Johnny Mercer's work as a lyricist.

Dates: 1925-circa 1992

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  • Subject: Savannah (Ga.) X
  • Subject: photographs X
  • Subject: correspondence X

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Los Angeles (Calif.) 1
Lyric writing (Popular music) 1
Lyricists 1
Popular music in motion pictures 1
Sound recording industry 1