Governor W. Averell Harriman central subject and correspondence files
Series Number
13682_07
Summary
W. Averell Harriman's single term as governor represents the only interlude during the period from 1943-1973 in which the Democratic Party held the governorship. Harriman's central subject and correspondence files document the governor's efforts to introduce new programs in the areas of mental health, aging, poverty relief, civil rights, consumer affairs, housing, highways, and aid to education. The records also document the governor's involvement in national politics, especially during the 1956 presidential election.
Creator
New York (State). Governor (1955-1958 : Harriman)
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