Applications received by the Secretary of State for registration of trade union labels, marks, names, brands or devices that graphically designate the products of the labor of associations or unions. Each application is accompanied by a copy of the label and, in many cases by a detailed written description of that label. Unions were allowed to register their labels, marks, names, brands or devices with the Office of the Secretary of State to provide for protection against duplication.
Creator
New York (State). Department of State
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
This series consists of correspondence, memorandums, reports, hearings transcripts, and press releases generated by the Industrial Commissioner's office during arbitration of labor disputes including League of Voluntary Hospitals and Homes of New York and Local 1199, Drug and Hospital Union, AFL-CIO; Long Island College Hospital and Local 144, Hotel and Allied Employees Union, Building Service Employees International Union, AFL-CIO; and St. Elizabeth's Hospital/St. Luke's Memorial Hospital Center and the New York State Nurses Association.
Creator
New York (State). Industrial Commissioner
Access Restrictions
Series contains some material that may be restricted. State Archives staff will review requested documents and disclose information pursuant to the State Freedom of Information Law.
This series contains records seized during a raid on the New York City headquarters of the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW). Records include applications for IWW membership, correspondence, minutes of district and national meetings, speeches, lists of IWW contributors, reports, and bulletins. The series includes reports, meeting minutes, and other records of the activities in particular of the Construction Workers Union, the Marine Transport Workers Union, and the Metal and Machinery Workers Union.
Creator
New York (State). Legislature. Joint Legislative Committee to Investigate Seditious Activities
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There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Industrial Commissioner subject and correspondence files
Series Number
B1967
Summary
This series consists of correspondence files of Industrial Commissioner Dr. Isador Lubin, created during Governor W. Averell Harriman's administration (1955-1958). The records include correspondence with the governor's office, the State Department of Labor and other state government officials, labor unions, and private individuals. The records contain memorandums received and sent, some enclosures, and reports.
Creator
New York (State). Industrial Commissioner
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There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Polemic literature concerning unionism in the Works Progress Administration in New York City
Series Number
A4175
Summary
This series consists of handbills, newsletters, and a few memorandums or bulletins related to unionizing activities in the Works Progress Administration (WPA) of New York City. Most of these publications were distributed by organizations on the political left and relate to WPA cultural projects.
Creator
Historical Records Survey (N.Y.)
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There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.