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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:
Colonies were created in 1883 as homes outside the main institution for younger patients who were judged to be potentially
competent to be trained and transitioned to occupational and personal independence. This series documents duties and activities
of female Colony Matrons, Colony Assistant Supervisors, and Colony Supervisors. Types of records include colony policies and
procedure manuals for supervision and training of girl patients; individual colony descriptions and histories; colony personnel
job descriptions; matron attendance sheets; notices; and subject files.
Creator:
Title:
Colony supervisors' and matrons' files
Quantity:
0.75 cubic feet
Inclusive Dates:
1918-1944
Series Number:
B2387
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