The series consists primarily of records pertaining to the War Council's notification of determination and recommendations for renewal of dispensation orders to hire minors during wartime. Also included are letters sent to the War Council and a significant number of press releases, primarily from the governor, pertaining to rationing and conservation; civilian defense; emergency planning; physical fitness; farm labor; use of vehicles and speed limits; promotion of the war abroad; and planning for selective service.
Creator
New York State War Council
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Recommendations for labor dispensations for minors
Series Number
A4280
Summary
This series contains recommendations compiled by Labor Department representatives for members of the committee summarizing the investigation into different companies' requests for child labor dispensations. These dispensations usually involved the time and number of hours per week permitted to work and each dispensation was issued for a six month period. The information was gathered to ensure that the dispensation was necessary and that minors would be protected from unhealthy or adverse working conditions.
Creator
New York State War Council. War Emergency Dispensation Committee
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