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Title

Court of Appeals register of attorneys and counselors-at-law

Series Number

JN590

Summary

The 6 registers in this series list attorneys and counselors-at-law throughout New York State who filed an oath or affirmation with the clerk of the New York State Court of Appeals as required by laws of 1898 and 1899.

Creator

• New York (State). Court of Appeals

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.

Title

Public hearing files

Series Number

L0229

Summary

The series consists of bound transcripts of three public hearings conducted by the Senate Committee on Crime and Correction, Senator Christopher J. Mega, chair. The hearings concerned the private security industry and the distribution and manufacture of toy guns. Also included with the transcripts are copies of news articles related to the subjects of the hearings; proposed legislation; correspondence from interested parties; and supporting material.

Creator

• New York (State). Legislature. Senate. Committee on Crime and Correction

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.

Title

Canal trails project files

Series Number

22459

Summary

This series covers those segments of the New York Canalway Trail that were owned by the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP), and therefore contains records created during the period in which OPRHP managed those segments. Records include reports, correspondence, maps, memoranda, photographs and slides, inspection reports, landowner agreements, legislation, planning files, individual trail master plans, copies of master plans of towns impacted by trail development, environmental impact statements and environmental assessments, and other related background materials.

Creator

• New York (State). Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. Planning Unit

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.

Title

Governor proclamations

Series Number

13684

Summary

Executive Chamber staff maintained these records as a central file of photocopies of gubernatorial proclamations. The original proclamations were filed with the Secretary of State in accordance with legislation of 1892 and 1951 requiring all documents issued under the great seal of New York State to be filed with the secretary. Usually ceremonial in nature, the proclamations recognize important events, issues, or personal achievements by proclaiming a day, week, or month in the subject's honor.

Creator

• New York (State). Governor

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.

Title

Oneida Correctional Facility inmate case files

Series Number

W0040

Summary

Oneida Correctional Facility (1988-2011), located in Oneida County, N.Y., was a medium security correctional facility for male felons. Inmate case files describe in great detail the family and social background, arrest, confinement, and release/parole of incarcerated men.

Creator

• New York (State). Department of Correctional Services
• Oneida Correctional Facility

Access Restrictions

Summary information on adult inmates is disclosable under law. State Archives staff will review records containing probation, parole, medical, and juvenile criminal history data and disclose information pursuant to the Freedom of Information Law and Personal Privacy Protection Law. The identity of victims of sex crimes is not disclosable. Unless a specific law forbids disclosure indefinitely, all records must be disclosed after 75 years.

Title

Study Commission for New York City hearing, background research and report files

Series Number

10400

Summary

The purpose of the State Study Commission for New York City was to investigate governing practices and structures within the city and to recommend changes to improve efficiency and economy. Records include hearing transcripts and tapes, staff reports and memoranda, and meeting minutes on a variety of issues, with particular emphasis on those connected with the Housing Development Administration and the Health and Hospitals Corporation.

Creator

• New York (State). State Study Commission for New York City

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.

Title

Special Assistant to the Commissioner's subject and correspondence files

Series Number

B2521

Summary

This series contains correspondence, briefing documents, reports and other records created by the office of the Special Assistant to the Commissioner. The records relate to the carrying out of special duties and projects assigned by the Commissioner or Executive Deputy Commissioner. Included are records on land acquisitions, pesticides, asbestos, acid rain, work and collaborations with other state agencies, and marine and wildlife resources.

Creator

• New York (State). Department of Environmental Conservation

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.

Title

State Architect's letter books

Series Number

B0336

Summary

This series consists of copies of outgoing correspondence from the State Architect, Lewis F. Pilcher about the reconstruction and other improvements of the State Capitol following the 1911 fire. Addressees include the Trustees and Superintendent of Public Buildings, State Comptroller, heads of state agencies housed in the Capitol, contractors, building materials and furnishings manufacturers, and periodicals in which notices to contractors were published. Topics include contract specifications, bids, awarding and payment of contracts, progress and approval of completed work.

Creator

• New York (State). Department of Architecture

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.

Title

New York State Department of Civil Service Alfred E. Smith Fellows Program files

Series Number

14100

Summary

Governor Nelson Rockefeller created the Alfred E. Smith Fellows Program in 1969 to give professionals and businesspersons from outside State government an opportunity to serve for one year in key State posts. This series consists of correspondence and memorandums, fellowship applications, appointment records, training records, and press releases. It contains information on applicant selection, fellows' and applicants' biographies and qualifications, and the program's general administration. These records are partially restricted.

Creator

• New York (State). Department of Civil Service

Access Restrictions

Partially restricted: contains personal information.

Title

New York State Archives researcher registration forms

Series Number

B1996

Summary

This series consists of registration forms completed by researchers using the research room of the New York State Archives and the Manuscripts and Special Collections of the New York State Library. Records reflect the fact that returning researchers are required to complete a new registration form each calendar year. Forms contain data that is considered exempt from disclosure (unwanted invasion of personal privacy) under the Freedom of Information Law (Public Officers Law Art. 6).

Access Restrictions

Restricted: Forms contain data that is considered exempt from disclosure (unwanted invasion of personal privacy) under the Freedom of Information Law (Public Officers Law Art. 6).

Title

County officers appointment and election card file

Series Number

A1855

Summary

This Series consists of index cards recording appointments of county officials throughout the state. The cards contain information on the name of office, officer's name and address (city only) and date of appointment. The cards are arranged alphabetically by counties and therein by name of county office in no particular order.

Creator

• New York (State). Department of State

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.

Title

Candidate lists for children of deceased/disabled veterans scholarship

Series Number

B0450

Summary

This series consists of candidate lists for state scholarships for children of deceased or disabled veterans. Information includes name; address; high school; examination score; rank; college; acceptance or declination; and information relating to graduation, eligibility, and withdrawal. Separate lists identify ineligible applicants for some years and include reason for ineligibility.

Creator

• New York (State). Education Department. Bureau of Examinations and Testing

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.

Title

Senator Frank Padavan archived websites

Series Number

B2247

Summary

This series consists of archival copies of the official website of Senator Frank Padavan.

Creator

• New York (State). Legislature. Senate. Senator (1973-2010 : Frank Padavan)

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.

Title

Senator Stephen M. Saland archived websites

Series Number

B2253

Summary

This series consists of archival copies of the official website of Senator Stephen M. Saland.

Creator

• New York (State). Legislature. Senate. Senator (1991-2013 : Stephen M. Saland)

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.

Title

Municipal Assistance Corporation for the City of New York state legislation files

Series Number

B1982

Summary

This series documents New York State legislation affecting or potentially affecting the Municipal Assistance Corporation.

Creator

• Municipal Assistance Corporation for the City of New York

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.

Title

Education Department Commissioner's interim subject files

Series Number

B0444

Summary

This series consists of subject files maintained by Commissioners Ewald B. Nyquist and James E. Allen'. Included in these files are correspondence, reports, texts commissioner's decisions, and proposals related to desegregation orders. Also included are records documenting the creation of decentralized "demonstration" school districts in New York City and the impact on New York schools of federal legislation, particularly the Elementary and Secondary Education Act.

Creator

• New York (State). Education Department. Office of the Commissioner

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.

Title

New York State Emergency Financial Control Board for the City of Yonkers counsel's correspondence and subject files

Series Number

12565

Summary

This series consists of the incoming and outgoing correspondence and subject files of the counsel to the Board. Records include memorandums, bond ordinances, contract proposals, court proceedings, reports, newspaper clippings, and voting lists. The files deal with such issues as bond ordinance and sales, contract proceedings, litigation, job security, and wage freezes.

Creator

• New York (State). Emergency Financial Control Board for the City of Yonkers

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.

Title

New York State Industrial Commissioner Bureau of Public Work wage claim case files

Series Number

B0322

Summary

This series consists of claims filed against government employers (or their contractors) by laborers, workmen, and mechanics employed on public work projects. Under Article 8 of the State Labor Law, claims could be filed against government employers (or their contractors) for non-payment of prevailing wage rates, non-payment of premium pay (overtime), or non-payment of the prevailing rate of supplements (benefits). The series includes hearing reports and recommendations, copies of orders and determinations, correspondence, and inter-office memorandums.

Creator

• New York (State). Industrial Commissioner

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.

Title

Day book for clerk's fees

Series Number

J0244

Summary

This volume contains accounts of fees charged by the clerk of the Supreme Court of Judicature at Geneva. The entries were made daily, and each gives the date, name of attorney charged, nature of charge, and the amount charged. The fees are for impressing seals; copying dockets; searching and copying documents; taking affidavits; and taxing costs.

Creator

• New York (State). Supreme Court of Judicature (Geneva)

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.

Title

New York State Commission on Quality of Care for the Mentally Disabled chairperson's articles and speeches

Series Number

19356

Summary

This series consists of copies of professional journal articles and speeches by chairman Clarence J. Sundram on a variety of topics relating to the status of care of the mentally disabled, the deinstitutionalization of the mentally ill, and the work of the commission.

Creator

• New York (State). State Commission on Quality of Care for the Mentally Disabled

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.