Thruway Authority Department of Information and Commercial Affairs press clippings file
Series Number
B0588
Summary
This series consists of newspaper articles, press releases, and editorials relating to all aspects of Thruway construction, openings, and operations. They were collected to monitor the effects of the public relations campaign mounted by the Thruway Authority and serve as a record of progress in construction and Thruway operations. Topics include individuals connected with the Thruway; communities along the Thruway corridor; economic effects; bonds; facilities; and safety.
Creator
New York State Thruway Authority. Department of Information and Commercial Affairs
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Thruway Authority Department of Information and Commercial Affairs public relations planning and publications files
Series Number
B0589
Summary
This series consists of correspondence, memoranda, itineraries, reports, news releases, photographs, promotional brochures and pamphlets concerning public relations activities conducted by the Thruway Authority. The files mostly relate to opening ceremonies for each newly completed section of the Thruway, and inspection tours conducted for groups interested in the Thruway. From its establishment in 1950, the Authority exercised an active public relations program designed to distribute information to the public and to promote support for and use of the Thruway.
Creator
New York State Thruway Authority. Department of Information and Commercial Affairs
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
This series consists of correspondence, memorandums, drafts of promotional materials, and court documents concerning Court of Claims "Betterments" case. The case centered on the State Thruway Authority's claim that it was due a credit from the state for expenditures for improvements, or "betterments," to highway, parkway, and canal systems adjacent to the Thruway Corridor.
Creator
New York State Thruway Authority. Department of Information and Commercial Affairs
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Thruway Authority Department of Public Information speech and news release file
Series Number
B0590
Summary
Series includes speeches, papers, and presentations by Thruway Authority public relations staff and Department of Public Works staff. These speeches were made before a variety of professional, community, and public interest groups and cover topics ranging from engineering problems to advocacy for the Authority. News release files include releases from the Department of Public Works, State Comptroller, and the Executive Chamber, as well as the Thruway Authority. Releases pertain to the establishment of the Authority and construction and financing of the Thruway.
Creator
New York State Thruway Authority. Department of Public Information
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.