Finding Aid Search Results
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Creator:
New York (State). State Agricultural and Industrial School
Abstract:
These minutes were compiled by the board secretary. An entry for each meeting begins with the date and a list of the members present, followed by a summary of the proceedings. Included are verbatim transcripts or copies of resolutions and reports considered by the board. Much of the business conducted .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
2
Creator:
New York (State). State Agricultural and Industrial School
Abstract:
This series consists of memoranda directing staff to carry out specific assignments or to follow general regulations with regard to treatment and discipline of inmates; daily routines and procedures; repairs to buildings and facilities; arrangements for special events; scheduling and conduct of religious .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). State Agricultural and Industrial School
Abstract:
This series consists of daily entries listing the total number of inmates present in the morning and in the evening, and the names and case numbers of newly admitted or discharged inmates. After 1913, the religion of newly admitted or discharged inmates is also noted. Male and female inmates are counted .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
4
Creator:
New York (State). State Agricultural and Industrial School
Abstract:
This series consists of chronological letter books and correspondence files of institution officials; and alphabetical name and subject files of institutional officials. Files include incoming and outgoing correspondence on subjects such as commitment procedures; inmate behavior and health; parole requests; .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
5
Creator:
New York (State). State Agricultural and Industrial School
Title:
Series:
A1976
Dates:
1898-1911
Abstract:
This series contains correspondence with the Protestant Parole Agent relating to transfer of inmates to other institutions; attempts to locate escaped inmates or parole offenders; rewards for capture of escapees; home conditions, employment, behavior, and prospects of paroled inmates; and a few letters .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
6
Creator:
New York (State). State Agricultural and Industrial School
Title:
Series:
A3057
Dates:
1938
Abstract:
This series consists of meeting minutes in the form of hearing transcripts from a committee investigating the problem of runaways at the Agricultural and Industrial School. Testimony included personality traits of good supervisors; methods of discipline and preventing runaways; punishing runaways; frequency .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). State Agricultural and Industrial School
Abstract:
Fairs were held in part to provide incentive for improved agricultural production. This series consists of registers of points and prizes awarded at annual exhibitions. Information includes year of exhibition; names of colonies; competition categories; number of points awarded to each colony in each .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
8
Creator:
New York (State). State Agricultural and Industrial School
Abstract:
This series consists of reports presented at monthly meetings of the Board of Visitors (called the Board of Managers until 1927). The reports discuss such matters as staff deaths, illnesses, resignations, and leave; filling staff vacancies; inmate escapes; special school activities; purchases; and valuation .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
9
Creator:
New York (State). State Agricultural and Industrial School
Abstract:
This series documents the actions and decisions of the Board of Classification who determined parole requirements or transfer options. Minutes includes meeting dates; board members present; names of inmates and actions taken regarding their parole or division assignments; and inmate's offense or other .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
10
Creator:
New York (State). State Agricultural and Industrial School
Title:
Series:
A3058
Dates:
1938
Abstract:
This series consists of hearing transcripts of a committee investigating conditions at the Agricultural and Industrial School. Testimony of management and staff concerned background and experience; methods of discipline and punishment and their effectiveness; responsibilities and extent of cooperation .........
Repository:
New York State Archives