Reports on institutionalized epileptics
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Overview of the Records
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
0.1 cubic feet
1 volume
Arrangement
Arranged by name of institution.
Scope and Content Note
These reports were submitted to the Board of Social Welfare by officials from the Syracuse State Institution for Feeble-Minded Children, the Rome State Custodial Asylum, the New York State Custodial Asylum for Feeble-Minded Women at Newark, and the Brunswick Home at Amityville. These reports were compiled the year before the opening of the state-operated Craig Colony for Epileptics.
A standard form for each person suffering from epilepsy contains the following information: gender; age; color; birthplace; if teachable; how long epileptic; frequency of attacks; physical condition; mental condition; and general remarks on behavior, condition, and ability to work.
Alternate Formats Available
Microform is available at the New York State Archives through interlibrary loan.
Microfilm 1 microfilm reel; 35 mm.
Related Material
Series A1992, Reports on Non-institutionalized Epileptics Receiving Poor Relief, contains more information on epileptics receiving public assistance.
Access Restrictions
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