Research

Overview of the Records

Repository:

New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230

Summary:
This series consists of background information and supporting documentation compiled by the commission during its investigation of harness track owners and the associations licensed by to conduct pari-mutuel harness racing. The commission traced stock ownership, studied financial records, and questioned witnesses related to the operations and management of licensees and lessors. The files include correspondence; interviews; transcripts of intercepted telephone conversations; and police records. Investigation reports on stockholders provide names, place of birth, parents' names, marital status, and occupations.
Creator:
Title:
Commission to Study, Examine and Investigate State Agencies in Relation to Pari-Mutuel Harness Racing investigation and exhibit files on corporations
Quantity:

32 cubic feet

Inclusive Dates:
1936-1957
Bulk Dates:
1953-1954
Series Number:
10998