Overview of the Records
Repository:
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Summary:
The bulk of this series consists of correspondence between the War Council's Executive Secretary, coordinator of all Council
activities, and various officers of local war councils. The letters dealt with specific issues and not routine contact with
local organizations and the Secretary. Topics include a number of home front issues such as: child care; civil defense; civilian
mobilization; food preservation; labor issues; physical fitness; rationing; recreation; transportation; war nutrition; and
victory gardens.
Creator:
Title:
Executive secretary's correspondence with local war councils
Quantity:
1.75 cubic feet
Inclusive Dates:
1942-1945
Series Number:
A4303