Research

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 logbooks recording receipt of packages and letters and Christmas gifts sent to Syracuse State School patients. Log entries include receipt date; recipient name; name and address of sender. Sometimes there is a note that the package remained "unopened." Volumes listing letters sent to patients show date received; recipient and sender name; and sometimes sender's relationship to patient. Volumes listing Christmas gifts typically show date, recipient, gift item(s); and sometimes sender's name and address. Records are restricted.
Creator:
Title:
Syracuse State School logbooks of packages, letters, and Christmas gifts sent to patients
Quantity:

1 cubic foot

(34 volumes)

Inclusive Dates:
1925-1970
Bulk Dates:
1925-1941
Series Number:
B1648