Research

Overview of the Records

Repository:

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

Summary:
As the Lusk Committee's chief investigator, Stevenson's records document investigations of attempts to 'Americanize' immigrants in public schools; religious, business and commerce organizations; civic groups; and the National Security League in New York. Records include pamphlets, booklets, and annual reports. Also included are drafts of Lusk Committee final reports; examinations of measures used to combat the spread of seditious thought; curriculum and certification requirements for classes in Americanization and English; and synopses of comments from religious, educational, and community leaders.
Creator:
Title:
Joint Legislative Committee to Investigate Seditious Activities Archibald Stevenson files
Quantity:

1 cubic foot

Inclusive Dates:
1919-1920
Series Number:
L0042