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Creator:
New York (State). Governor (1943-1954 : Dewey)
 
 
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Series:
13682_55;_13682_55A
 
 
Dates:
1943-1954
 
 
Abstract:  
Thomas E. Dewey's governorship blended fiscal conservatism with a personal conviction that government bore a share of the responsibility for the welfare of the citizenry. During his tenure, New York's state university system was established and construction of the New York State Thruway was begun. These .........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

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Creator:
New York (State). Governor (1933-1942 : Lehman)
 
 
Title:  
 
Series:
13682_53
 
 
Dates:
1933-1942
 
 
Abstract:  
Herbert H. Lehman served as governor during the bulk of the Great Depression. His leadership and advocacy led to the state's adoption of the "Little New Deal," a series of state relief and reform programs. His central subject and correspondence files pertain to the establishment of unemployment insurance; .........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

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Creator:
New York (State). Governor (1933-1942 : Lehman)
 
 
Title:  
 
Series:
13682_53
 
 
Dates:
1933-1942
 
 
Abstract:  
Herbert H. Lehman served as governor during the bulk of the Great Depression. His leadership and advocacy led to the state's adoption of the "Little New Deal," a series of state relief and reform programs. His central subject and correspondence files pertain to the establishment of unemployment insurance; .........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

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Creator:
New York (State). Governor (1921-1922 : Miller)
 
 
Title:  
 
Series:
13682_78B
 
 
Dates:
1921-1922
 
 
Abstract:  
Nathan L. Miller defeated Governor Alfred E. Smith to obtain the governorship in 1920, only to be defeated by Smith in 1922. In office, the respected attorney and fiscal conservative addressed the post-World War I economy, as well as the social, moral, and political implications of a changing society. .........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

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Creator:
New York (State). Governor (1919-1920, 1923-1928: Smith)
 
 
Title:  
 
Series:
13682_53A
 
 
Dates:
1919-1920, 1923-1928
 
 
Abstract:  
Alfred E. Smith served four terms as governor of New York. He is best remembered for advocating a comprehensive program aimed at reforming the administration of state government. His central subject and correspondence files pertain to an array of topics of critical importance during the post-World War .........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives