Reports on non-institutionalized epileptics receiving public relief
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Overview of the Records
Repository
- New York State Archives
222 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12230
Summary
- Town and city overseers of the poor submitted these standard-form reports to the Board of Social Welfare. Information about each person includes name; gender; age; marital status; how long an epileptic; physical condition; mental condition; and weekly amount of aid.
Title
- Reports on non-institutionalized epileptics receiving public relief
Quantity
- 0.2 cubic feet; 6 volumes
Inclusive Dates
Series Number
- A1992
Creator
Arrangement
Alphabetical by county.
Scope and Content Note
Town and city overseers of the poor submitted these standard-form reports to the Board of Social Welfare. Forms list the following information about each person: name; gender; age; marital status; how long an epileptic; physical condition; mental condition; and weekly amount of aid. Many forms indicate that there were no such persons about whom to report.
Alternate Formats Available
Microform is available at the New York State Archives through interlibrary loan.
Microfilm 1 microfilm reel; 35 mm.
Related Material
Series A1991, Reports on Institutionalized Epileptics, contains more information on epileptics receiving public assistance.
Other Finding Aids
Volume list.
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.