Finding Aid Search Results
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Creator:
New York (State). Education Department. Division of Visual Instruction
Title:
Education Department Division of Visual Instruction photographic prints from lantern slide negatives
Series:
B1713
Dates:
1916
Abstract:
This series of photographs, made from negatives found in Division of Visual Instruction Series A3045, depicts street scenes in Manhattan during May 1916. Photos measure approximately 6 x 8 inches. All are captioned in pencil on verso..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Craig Developmental Center (N.Y.)
Abstract:
Craig Colony for Epileptics was established in 1894 to offer residential, educational, occupational, and medical facilities for epileptics. It remained an institution for epileptics until 1967. Photographs in this series depict patient and employee housing; patient activities and recreation; treatment .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Industrial Board
Abstract:
This series consists of photographs depicting a group of medical examiners who worked for the New York State Industrial Board in Buffalo, NY..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
4
Creator:
New York (State). Comptroller's Office
Abstract:
The series consists of an informal, handwritten subject index to laws pertaining to responsibilities of the state comptroller. Laws dating from 1784 to 1915 are referenced. The creation date is unknown, but entries are by several hands, perhaps added over time, and represent a working copy. Subjects .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation
Abstract:
This series consists of black-and-white/color photographs, slides, and negatives that document community development and the construction of urban housing and structures on Roosevelt Island..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Grand Army of the Republic. Department of New York
Abstract:
The Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) records in this series (with numerous sub-series) include state-level records of the Department of New York and records of most of the over 600 local posts, which were sent to department headquarters in Albany as posts disbanded..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Syracuse Developmental Center
Abstract:
These exhibits, created as part of its closing ceremonies, consist of mounted photographs forming a retrospective on the Syracuse Developmental Center (SDC). The images depict facilities and programs; farm colonies; original buildings; demolition of the Syracuse State School and construction of the .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Syracuse State School
Abstract:
This series resulted from a survey done prior to a renovation undertaken at Syracuse State School in 1969-1970. The survey included Bill Rothschild's photo-documentation of the exterior and interior views of the institution's historic buildings including the main building, grounds, out-buildings, and .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
9
Creator:
New York (State). Banking Department
Title:
Series:
B1508
Dates:
1977-1987
Abstract:
These photographs were included in applications submitted to the Superintendent of Banks for authorization to establish or alter branch offices in accordance with State Banking Law. Subjects depicted include existing banking sites; proposed sites; building entrances; shopping centers; shopping malls, .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
10
Creator:
Sing Sing Prison
Abstract:
This series consists of approximately 50 black-and-white photographs related to Sing Sing Prison. Included are images of incarcerated individuals, officials, buildings, cell interiors and exteriors, automobiles, the chapel, prison money, cemetery and the electric chair. Several photos are copies of .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Conservation Commission
Abstract:
The Conservation Commission survey books record arboreal resources of the Adirondack Park in 1926-1936. It provides data about increases and death rates in tree species. The books contain photographs and maps as well as information about vegetation, insect damage, and size of trees..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
12
Creator:
New York (State). Office of General Services
Title:
Series:
15727
Dates:
circa 1960-1978
Abstract:
This series consists of slides, negatives, and photographic prints documenting construction of the Empire State Plaza (South Mall) in Albany, New York. The images depict construction from overall aerial shots of the site and surrounding vicinity to closeups of construction details; progress on concrete .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
13
Creator:
Gowanda State Hospital
Title:
Series:
B1968
Dates:
1952
Abstract:
This series consists of one loose leaf album containing thirty, 8 x 10 inch black-and-white photographs. The images document staff, patients, facilities, and activities related to occupational therapy. Captions frequently identify groups by condition, such as regressed, chronic, and senile..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Office of Mental Health
Abstract:
These undated black-and-white photographs and negatives depict Long Island state mental hospital facilities, buildings, staff, and patients. The hospitals shown are Pilgrim State Hospital, Central Islip State Hospital, and Kings Park State Hospital..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Workmen's Compensation Board
Abstract:
Although labeled as "speech files" of Angela Paresi, chairman of the Workmen's Compensation Board from 1955-1961, the series contains no copies of speeches. The files actually consist of press releases, issued mainly by Governor Averell Harriman and the Department of Labor; scattered issues of newsletters .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Syracuse Developmental Center
Abstract:
These historic photographs were collected and displayed by Syracuse Developmental Center staff in the facility's museum. Most images date from the 1920s when the institution was the Syracuse State Institution for Mental Defectives; half of them are student portraits..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Willard Psychiatric Center (N.Y.)
Abstract:
This series consists primarily of black-and-white photographs depicting students and facilities of the Willard State Hospital School of Nursing. Venues and activities include classroom, laboratory, and operating room instruction; commencement ceremonies; study; formal group photos of classes, by year; .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York State Commission on the Bicentennial of the United States Constitution
Title:
Series:
15912
Dates:
1987-1989
Abstract:
This series consists of photographic prints, film negatives, color slides, and at least one videotape of materials produced by the New York State Bicentennial Commission to publicize/illustrate the celebration of the 200th anniversary of the U.S. Constitution. Images include portraits of notable persons; .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Temporary State Commission on the Capital City
Title:
Series:
10822
Dates:
1961-1974
Abstract:
The Temporary State Commission on the Capital City was created for the purpose of cooperating with local officials and groups in developing recommendations for a realistic and fiscally sound program for the rehabilitation of the City of Albany. The series consists of commission staff files that document .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
Abstract:
This series documents Frank Wayland Higgins' political career as New York State Senator, Governor, and Lieutenant Governor. The bulk of the series consists of newspaper clippings of articles and political cartoons, invitations to social occasions, correspondence, and telegrams housed in scrapbooks. .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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