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, memoranda, reports, clippings, and other materials from the deputy commissioner's
office under Lewis A. Wilson (1941-1950), James E. Allen (1950-1955), and Ewald B. Nyquist (1961-1970). The records contain
routine administrative material, but also document educational policy formulation, development of legislation, the budget
process, participation in education organizations, planning for and proceedings at Regents meetings, NYSED participation in
national defense programs during World War II, public appearances, and the functioning of the departmental Cabinet.
Creator:
Title:
Education Department Deputy Commissioner's subject files
Quantity:
52 cubic feet
Inclusive Dates:
1932-1972
Bulk Dates:
1941-1970
Series Number:
B0459
Sponsor:
This series' description was enhanced as part of the States' Impact on Federal Education Policy Project (SIFEPP), in March
2010. The New York Community Trust - Wallace Special Projects Fund provided funding for this project.