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21
Creator:
Historical Records Survey (N.Y.)
 
 
Title:  
 
Series:
A0137
 
 
Dates:
1942
 
 
Abstract:  
Following the entrance of the United States into World War II, the federal government took steps to safeguard the nation's cultural resources against potential destruction. This series consists of Historical Records Survey forms used to record storage information of institutions in New York State that .........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

22
Creator:
New York (State). Education Department. Division of Archives and History
 
 
Title:  
 
Series:
A0413
 
 
Dates:
1936-1941
 
 
Abstract:  
This series consists predominantly of brief biographical sketches of prominent individuals in communities across New York State. A few scattered sketches pertain to leading institutions and businesses. The sketches are not limited to famous individuals, but rather document communities much more broadly. .........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

23
Creator:
New York State War Council
 
 
Title:  
 
Series:
A3080
 
 
Dates:
1917-1918
 
 
Abstract:  
This series consists of information on the State Defense Council, which administered war related efforts during World War I. The War Council staff collected these files for reference in beginning their own efforts. The files relate to organization, activities, finances, and legislation..........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

24
Creator:
New York (State). Education Department. Division of Archives and History
 
 
Title:  
 
Series:
A3113
 
 
Dates:
1922-1928
 
 
Abstract:  
This series includes photographs, data cards, correspondence, a map and newspaper clippings giving information on marked and unmarked historic sites in the State by county and locality. The information was collected from local historians who responded to a 1922 request to catalog of historic sites..........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

25
Creator:
New York (State). Division of Science and State Museum
 
 
Title:  
 
Series:
A3157
 
 
Dates:
1926-1943
 
 
Abstract:  
This series consists of correspondence to and from Dr. Wallace Craig concerning his research into the song of the wood pewee. Most of the correspondence is with observers of the wood pewee who sent Craig records of its song. Some song records are included..........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

26
Creator:
New York State Museum of Natural History
 
 
Title:  
 
Series:
A3159
 
 
Dates:
1890-1900
 
 
Abstract:  
This series consists of photographs and printed descriptions of geologic features in Great Britain. Descriptions indicate the location, date of photograph, and explain the characteristics and origins of the feature depicted. A typed note in the album indicates that all photographs exist as lanternsl.........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

27
Creator:
New York (State). Division of Science and State Museum
 
 
Title:  
 
Series:
A3161
 
 
Dates:
1880-1917
 
 
Abstract:  
Original data slips, a collection listing, and some correspondence and photographs relate to the Benjamin W. Arnold Collection of Birds Eggs donated by Arnold to the State Museum in 1917. The small quantity of correspondence, 1908-1917, is between Arnold and other collectors and concerns the acquisition .........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

28
Creator:
New York (State). Education Department. Division of Archives and History
 
 
Title:  
 
Series:
A3272
 
 
Dates:
circa 1940-1942
 
 
Abstract:  
This series consists of about 2,500 3" x 5" index cards containing basic biographical information on influential New York residents from the late seventeenth to early twentieth centuries. Information on cards includes name; birth and death dates; place of birth; town and county of residence; place of .........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

29
Creator:
United States. Works Progress Administration (N.Y.)
 
 
Abstract:  
This series contains catalogs, indexes, and bibliographies produced by the Works Progress Administration. The subjects of these publications are quite varied. Generally they are bibliographies or indexes of WPA studies or surveys. Guides include, but are not limited to, the following studies: records .........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

30
Creator:
New York (State). Division of Science and State Museum
 
 
Title:  
 
Series:
A4214
 
 
Dates:
1910-1925
 
 
Abstract:  
This series contains texts of articles, speeches, and essays by John M. Clarke, director of the Division of Science and the State Museum. Most appear to be prepared for popular rather than scientific audiences. Included are newspaper articles and an essay on evolution; an unpublished essay, "The Content .........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

31
Creator:
New York (State). Division of Science and State Museum
 
 
Title:  
 
Series:
A4215
 
 
Dates:
1825-1910
 
 
Abstract:  
These volumes contain lists of scientific articles on entomology, largely on harmful insects. One volume contains citations to articles and reports dating ca. 1825-1897 arranged by subject (usually name of insect). The other volume contains a chronologically arranged bibliography dating ca. 1847-1910 .........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

32
Creator:
New York State Museum and Science Service
 
 
Abstract:  
The Commissioner's Committee on Museum Resources was established to study museum needs statewide and the feasibility of and requirements for state aid to museums. Questionnaires were sent to museums requesting information on educational services performed. This series consists of meeting minutes, reports, .........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

33
Creator:
New York State Geological Survey
 
 
Title:  
 
Series:
B1061
 
 
Dates:
1900-1940
 
 
Abstract:  
This series consists of original drawings of graptolites and other fossils including phyllocarids, arthropods, eurypterids, machaeridia, Hyolithes, Protoscolex and Lingula. Rudolf Ruedemann, State Paleontologist, prepared the drawings, many of which subsequently appeared in State Museum and other scientific .........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

34
Creator:
Berkshire Farm Center and Services for Youth
 
 
Title:  
 
Series:
B2582
 
 
Dates:
1939-2005
 
 
Abstract:  
This series contains reports to the board of directors; administrative and budget files; correspondence; program proposals; and Berkshire Farm training manuals, policies, and procedures. A description and history of two radio series are also included..........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

35
Creator:
New York (State). Temporary Commission on the State Court System
 
 
Title:  
 
Series:
10360
 
 
Dates:
1970-1973
 
 
Abstract:  
The Temporary Commission on the State Court System was created to investigate the effects of new pre-trial procedures, civil rights decisions and legislation, narcotics and divorce laws, bail and detention procedures, and measures to prevent recidivism. This series consists of the general administrative, .........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

36
Creator:
New York (State). Citizens' Committee on Reapportionment
 
 
Title:  
 
Series:
10988
 
 
Dates:
1964
 
 
Abstract:  
This series is the central file of correspondence, memoranda, and background materials maintained by the Citizens Committee on Reapportionment in carrying out its studies and producing its report. The records reflect the Committee's charge to study and make recommendations on questions relating to reapportionment. .........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

37
Creator:
New York (State). Education Department. Division of Archives and History
 
 
Title:  
 
Series:
11890
 
 
Dates:
1926-1942
 
 
Abstract:  
These files document the placement, with State financial aid, of hundreds of bronze tablets commemorating sites of historical significance in the colonial, revolutionary, or state formative periods. The files include financial application, historical importance of site, structure, person, or event commemorated .........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

38
Creator:
New York (State). Office of Mental Health
 
 
Title:  
 
Series:
11963
 
 
Dates:
2005
 
 
Abstract:  
This series documents research projects in areas pertaining to mental health and policy. One copy of each resesarch report is kept..........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

39
Creator:
New York (State). Temporary State Commission on Management and Productivity in the Public Sector
 
 
Title:  
 
Series:
13256
 
 
Dates:
1976-1978
 
 
Abstract:  
This series contains staff research files on civil service reform generated by the Commission on Management and Productivity in the Public Sector. The records consist of correspondence; public hearings; material on civil service in other states; reports done within and outside the department; reports .........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

40
Creator:
New York (State). Insurance Department. Executive Bureau
 
 
Title:  
 
Series:
13877
 
 
Dates:
1959-1973, 1978, 1983-1984,undated
 
 
Abstract:  
Deputies' files which contain more detailed information on lower level policy decisions and programs typically include correspondence, memoranda, reports, and occasional pamphlets concerning administrative matters and policy. Topics addressed include the Liquidation Bureau; the Welfare Fund Bureau; .........
 
Repository:  
New York State Archives
 

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