Education Department Division of Archives and History historical research working files
Series Number
A3167
Summary
This series contains correspondence, unpublished historical articles, notes, clippings, photographs, posters, and a few original or photostatic copies of historical documents collected by the State Historian in the course of research on historical topics. The subjects of these files vary widely, but a significant portion of the series deals with New York's participation in military conflicts.
Creator
New York (State). Education Department. Division of Archives and History
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Joint Legislative Committee to Investigate Seditious Activities mass meetings investigation files
Series Number
L0027
Summary
This series contains reports compiled by investigative staff of the Joint Legislative Committee to Investigate Seditious Activities (known as the "Lusk Committee for its chairman Clayton R. Lusk) while attending mass meetings of suspected radical groups in New York City. Information includes date of meeting; time; sponsoring organization; attendance; ethnic makeup and political orientation of the audience; names of radical suspects in attendance; and a summary of the meeting's proceedings.
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.
The series consists of correspondence files, maintained by Assistant Secretary Frederic E. Foster, relating to general information and functions of the State Defense Council. The bulk of the records consist of of correspondence with civilian relief organizations, patriotic societies, emergency industrial organizations, advocacy groups, other state councils, and state and national government officials. Also included are circulars, pamphlets, and bulletins; and wartime messages and proclamations by Governor Charles S. Whitman and President Woodrow Wilson.
Creator
New York State Defense Council
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.