Research

Scope and Content Note

Correspondence, memoranda, itineraries, reports, news releases, occasional photographs, and promotional brochures and pamphlets concerning public relations activities conducted by the Authority to promote public awareness and support for the Thruway.

The bulk of these files relates to two subjects: opening ceremonies for each newly completed section of the Thruway, and inspection tours conducted for groups interested in the Thruway. The files on openings contain itineraries of activities, copies of press releases and speeches or statements made at the opening, sample press kits, and notes and correspondence concerning plans for the ceremonies. Inspection tours were conducted for groups of foreign and domestic visitors, particularly highway engineers. The files contain correspondence, press releases, sample promotional materials, itineraries, and lists of participants. The series also contains a number of publications produced by and about the Authority for public distribution.