This series consists of correspondence, memoranda, notes, flyers, press releases, minutes, booklets, schedules, lists, and other records relating to the New York State Fair. Many of these records relate to the booths, exhibits, and demonstrations put on by the Office of the Consumer Counsel at the Fair and other exhibits and demonstrations at the Fair which were of interest to the consumer.
Creator
New York (State). Consumer Counsel to the Governor
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This series documents outreach efforts conducted by the consumer counsel to Governor Averell Harriman, including conferences, television and radio appearances, and the publication of informational fliers and pamphlets. Records include published fliers and pamphlets; transcripts of conferences, television appearances, and radio programs; and summaries of public events. Records relate to such subjects as consumer credit, the marketing of dairy products, protection of elderly consumers, and television servicing.
Creator
New York (State). Consumer Counsel to the Governor
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There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Consumer Counsel to the Governor subject and correspondence files
Series Number
B2332
Summary
This series consists of records pertaining to the activities of the Consumer Counsel to Governor W. Averell Harriman, Dr. Persia Campbell, and her staff. Records relate to such subjects as: aging, credit sales, food additives, funeral costs, purchasing and maintenance of homes, Long Island Railroad fares, milk marketing, television servicing, trading stamps and wage assignments. The Consumer Counsel was responsible for advising Governor Harriman on matters affecting consumers, and working to protect consumers from fraud and misrepresentation.
Creator
New York (State). Consumer Counsel to the Governor
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There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Consumer Counsel to the Governor legislative records
Series Number
B2648
Summary
This series consists of records relating to the legislative program of Governor Harriman's consumer counsel and legislation impacting New York State's consumers. Topics of note include the regulation of consumer credit (with emphasis on motor vehicle financing and installment sales), the licensing of television service and repair workers, and the restriction of "bait" advertising practices.
Creator
New York (State). Consumer Counsel to the Governor
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Consumer Counsel to the Governor State Advisory Committee records
Series Number
B2649
Summary
This series contains records relating to the creation and activities of the State Advisory Committee to the Consumer Counsel. The series contains documents relating to the establishment of the committee; lists, agendas, and summaries of the committee's meetings; and correspondence between Dr. Campbell and committee members. Subjects covered include protection for elderly consumers, consumer education, and the regulation of chemical additives in food.
Creator
New York (State). Consumer Counsel to the Governor
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There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.