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 correspondence and forms compiled by Protestant Chaplains at other prisons while conducting interviews
to determine religious affiliation for inmates who ultimately resided at Dannemora State Hospital. Many files contain a full-face
photograph of the inmate as well as biographical information similar to the intake registers. The forms also include observational
notes on the inmate's current behavior, prognosis and possible actions to be taken. Some files give more detail on religious
beliefs. Records are restricted.
Creator:
Title:
Protestant Chaplain interview files from Dannemora State Hospital and state prisons
Quantity:
0.5 cubic feet
Inclusive Dates:
1940-1973
Series Number:
A1503
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