Finding Aid Search Results
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Creator:
New York (State). Department of State. Bureau of Miscellaneous Records
Abstract:
This series consists of correspondence, memorandums, and resolutions relating to the transfer of real property on Indian reservations for educational uses. Correspondence relates to both transfer of abandoned buildings owned by the state to Indian nations and the granting of easements to the state by .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Education Department. Native American Education Unit
Abstract:
This series consists of subject and correspondence files of the Native American Education Unit. Included are curriculum proposals, lesson plans, budget files, contracts, reports, bulletins, and newsletters generated by the Unit, New York Indian schools, experts in Native American education, and the .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Education Department. Native American Education Unit
Abstract:
This series consists of records that document the development of a 1975 Regents position paper on Native American Indian Education. The records include correspondence, press releases, reports, hearings transcripts, the history of Indian Education in New York State, statements and transcripts from the .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Education Department. Native American Education Unit
Title:
Series:
16414
Dates:
1982-1998
Abstract:
This series documents the computation of state reimbursement to reservation and non-reservation school districts for the education and transportation costs of Indian children (K-12). It consists of contracts with school districts, tuition claims and documentation, budget vouchers, tuition calculations, .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Secretary of State
Abstract:
This series consists of fragmentary correspondence sent by local school officials to the secretary of state in his capacity as ex officio superintendent of common schools. Most correspondence is relates to requests and advertisements printed in the "District School Journal." Other items include a letter .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Department of Social Welfare. Division of State Institutions
Abstract:
This series consists of monthly reports providing summary information on activities at state institutions supervised by the Department of Social Welfare. These reports or meeting minutes generally provide information about programs; activities; living conditions; physical facilities; staff personnel .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Thomas Asylum for Orphan and Destitute Indian Children
Abstract:
This series consists of a journal listing trustees, instructors, Indian children, visitors, and contributors. Information includes a list of trustees including name, address, election date, and remarks on position held; list of children admitted to the asylum including name, Indian nation, reservation, .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Thomas Asylum for Orphan and Destitute Indian Children
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Series:
A1910
Dates:
1881-1896
Abstract:
This series contains signed contracts between parents or guardians and the asylum's superintendent authorizing placement of children in the asylum for "care, education and support". Each agreement contains the parent/guardian's name and address; child's name, sex, Indian nation, age, destitute or orphan .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Thomas Indian School
Abstract:
The series consists of a one-volume manuscript roll of visitors to the Thomas Indian School over a twenty-five year period. Entries include visitor's name, address, and date of visit..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
10
Creator:
Thomas Asylum for Orphan and Destitute Indian Children
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Series:
B0644
Dates:
1881-1893
Abstract:
This series consists of annual reports to the Board of Charities; quarterly reports to the State Comptroller; a report to the State Assembly; and a "Report to Government." The Board of Charities reports summarize receipts, expenditures, and student population changes. The Comptroller reports list receipts .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Education Department. Native American Education Unit
Abstract:
The series consists of tuition records and associated files concerning financial aid to Native American post-secondary students. The bulk of the records are student listings that typically show student name, reservation, home address, school, date of birth (sometimes), percentage of aid used, and grant .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Education Department. Native American Education Unit
Abstract:
This series consists of correspondence, memoranda, project reports, and state plan drafts concerning the education of New York State Indian children as mandated by the Johnson-O'Malley Act of 1934. Also present are correspondences showing the interaction between state and federal governments regarding .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Education Department. Special Schools Bureau
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Series:
A3222
Dates:
1906-1925
Abstract:
The Special Schools Bureau supervised Indian schools on reservations, schools for the blind and deaf, schools for adults in prison, and the New York State Nautical School. This series consists of correspondence, memorandums, reports, legislation, newspaper clippings, and samples of students' work. Topics .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Thomas Indian School
Abstract:
This series consists of case files for children enrolled in the Thomas Indian School (formerly the Thomas Asylum for Orphan and Destitute Indian Children). Files contain information on admission, education, discharge, medical and family history, and occasionally post-release activities. Data includes .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Thomas Indian School
Abstract:
This series consists of monthly reports detailing the receipts and expenses of the Thomas Indian School. The school was originally incorporated as a private institution, but received state aid. Reports include general fund receipts and disbursements summary; bank statements and certificate of indebtedness; .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Thomas Indian School
Abstract:
This series consists of statistical reports for farm and/or garden products raised at the Thomas Indian School. The school furnished the children with care, moral training, education and "instruction in husbandry." Separate monthly reports for each product gave a daily account of quantity produced and .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Thomas Indian School
Abstract:
This series consists of menus served to children at the school each day. The menus were submitted as documentation that the school was fulfilling its responsibilities to care for orphan and destitute Indian children. Usually the name of the person completing the report is also given, and occasionally .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Thomas Indian School
Abstract:
These diaries provide a summary record of activities of staff and students at the Thomas Indian School. Brief daily entries typically mention weather conditions; farm work in progress; maintenance and repair work in progress; entertainment provided to children; team sporting events; incidents pertaining .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Thomas Indian School
Abstract:
This series consists of journals providing a detailed chronological record of expenditures and production of the school's farm. The agricultural program was part of the "instruction in husbandry and the arts of civilization" that the school provided to resident Indian children. Expenditure journals .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Thomas Indian School
Abstract:
This series consists of a detailed chronological record of financial transactions at Thomas Indian School. Entries record transaction (items purchased, quantity, unit cost, and cash receipts); name of the merchant or disburser of funds; total amount of transaction; and date. Also included is a certificate .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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