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Overview of the Records

Repository:

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

Summary:
The series consists of preliminary and final reports which includes details on financing and operation of motion picture production and distribution; commentary on "improper and indecent sex and vice pictures" and film regulation; information on contracting and rental for exhibition of films; estimates of salaries, admission fees, and profit; and a review of opinion on the necessity for licensing and regulating the industry.
Creator:
Title:
Reports
Quantity:

0.1 cubic feet

(2 volumes)

Inclusive Dates:
1917
Series Number:
B1547