Department of Social Welfare files relating to public health
Series Number
A3274
Summary
This series contains correspondence, reports, project applications, proposals, news releases, articles, newspaper clippings, speeches, programs, publications, charts, maps, schedules, and other literature about public health in New York State. Most records which document public health, public assistance, and health insurance, were created and maintained by Dr. H. Jackson Davis, who established the first statewide health care program for persons on public relief assistance. Also included are medical plans from New York counties and literature on milk sanitation.
Creator
New York (State). Department of Social Welfare
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Subject and correspondence files of Dr. H. Jackson Davis
Series Number
A3273
Summary
This series documents the tenure of Dr. H. Jackson Davis with the New York State Department of Health, during which he administered the State's medical program for persons receiving public relief assistance. Records reflect the department's effort to provide medical care for unemployed New Yorkers and their families; to secure jobs for medical professionals; and to raise awareness of public health issues. Record types include: correspondence, newspaper clippings, reports, research notes, statistics, publications, bulletins, news releases, and graphic material such as charts, tables, and diagrams.
Creator
New York (State). Department of Health
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.