{"value"=>"<p>This series holds papers documenting events in ASCAP history. Dating from 1914 to 1984, the contents include a copy of ASCAP's first contract, the first application for membership, an original Assignment of Performing Rights contract, clippings, scripts for a regular radio broadcast regarding ASCAP artists, publicity flyers put out by ASCAP regarding the boycott of the Society in the 1940s, and photographs of the Society's Anniversary celebrations of 1954 and 1984. Also present are photographs of annual events of the Society, including meetings, dinners, and an event at the 1939-1940 New York World's Fair; photographs of members of the ASCAP Foundation; broadsides published by ASCAP regarding events or advertising the Society; and a photograph of Igor Stravinky and Walter Piston at an unidentified event.</p>"}