Research


Overview of the Records

Repository:

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

Summary:
The General Wage Investigation data cards provide background information for reports and recommendations on wage legislation. The 70,000 cards compiled by field agents detail information about the wages and personal history of employees in four industries: department stores, shirt and collar factories, paper box factories, and confectionery factories.
Creator:
Title:
Factory Investigating Commission General Wage Investigation data cards
Quantity:

20 cubic feet

circa 70000 cards

Quantity:

22 35mm microfilm roll(s)

Inclusive Dates:
1912-1914
Series Number:
A3000