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New York State Modern Political Archive

Elected officials, interest groups, and activists from New York State.

The New York State Modern Political Archive (NYSMPA) was established in 1982 to document the work of individuals and private interest groups concerned with New York State public policy issues in the 20th century. Originally named the Archives of Public Affairs and Policy, the NYSMPA collects, preserves, and facilitates access to primary sources pertaining to New York State public affairs and policy, and now includes the personal papers of members of the gubernatorial administrations of Nelson A. Rockefeller; papers of former New York Congressional members and elected officials who served in New York State Legislature; and the official records and papers of numerous private groups, professional associations, individuals, public-sector labor unions, community groups, and other organizations concerned with Empire State public-policy issues.

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Norman Studer Papers, 1817-2012 18.84 cubic ft.

The Norman Studer Papers document his career as both an educator and ardent Catskill folklorist. The collection includes significant material relating to his work as director of the Downtown Community School in New York City and Camp Woodland in the Catskills.

Henry S. Manley Papers, 1849-1960 2.26 cubic ft.

The Henry S. Manley Papers contain materials related to Manley's legal career, research materials related to Native American issues (including material used for Manley's book The Treaty of Fort Stanwix, 1784), and some of his personal papers.

Albany Typographical Union No. 4, Communications Workers of America Records, 1850-1988 27 reels of microfilm

This collection documents the activities of the Albany Typographical Union, the first labor union founded in Albany, N.Y.

Eugene James Keogh Papers, 1854-1858, bulk 1937/1972 171 cubic ft.

This collection consists of papers from Keogh's career as a New York State Assemblyman and U.S. Representative from New York.

Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) Of Albany, New York Records, 1863-1996 20.21 cubic ft.

The collection documents the history of the YWCA of Albany, which was founded in 1888 by a group of women led by Mrs. Acors Rathbun in order to provide housing and recreational activities for young women searching for work. Through the years, the organization expanded to include classes, childcare, athletics, essay contests, teen issue programs, and an annual awards dinner honoring women. Strengths include the extensive photographic material and meeting minutes from the board of trustees and directors. The collection is weakest at the beginning and end of the YWCA of Albany's existence.

Lee (Leland) N. Vedder Papers, 1865-1960 14 cubic ft.

The Lee N. Vedder Papers contain 79 scrapbooks documenting the local histories of Montgomery and Schenectady Counties in the early to mid 20th century; the history of the Vedder Family; local, national, and international news; and Mr. Vedder's domestic and international travels.

International Typographical Union Collection, 1870-1936 0.4 cubic ft.

The International Typographical Union (ITU) was founded on May 3, 1852 in New York City. The ITU was a US trade union for the printing trade for newspapers and other media. This collection contains proceedings of the annual meetings (1870-1887, 1902) and convention photographs (1927, 1936).

Mental Health Association in New York State, Inc. (MHANYS) Records, 1879-2002 35.75 cubic ft.

A statewide network of community based Mental Health Associations focused on public education and citizen advocacy.

Carleton P. Simon Papers, 1881-1952, 1956 2.0 cubic ft.

The collection of papers is about drugs and drug related crimes in the United States. It is written by Carleton P. Simon. Simon is a psychiatrist by profession and is very much interested in crimes. This passion led to his next profession as a criminlogist. His writings focus on crimes and examine the motives behind the crimes. Simons has also written fiction magazines and poems.

Frank C. Moore Papers, 1881-1978 55 cubic ft.

The records in this collection document Frank Moore's career as a New York State public servant. They consist primarily of the records of Moore's service in various elected and appointed positions.

E. Ogden Bush Papers, 1884, 1958-1965 9.6 cubic ft.

The E. Ogden Bush Papers document Bush's service as a New York State Senator in the early 1960s.

William Stiles Bennet Papers, 1884-1959 12.42 cubic ft.

The William Stiles Bennet Papers document some of his public service and political campaigns as well as his time as a lobbyist and advocate for the lumber industry.

International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftsmen, Local 16 Records, 1886-1930 0.6 cubic ft.

This collection contains meeting minutes from Bricklayers Local 16, Schenectady, NY.

Hudson Valley District Council of Carpenters Records, 1887-1990 17.52 cubic ft.

On November 14, 1946 the Carpenters' District Council of Ulster County and Vicinity was chartered. This council had local chapters in Kingston and Ellenville, New York. During the late 1940's local unions in the area began affiliating with the district council and eventually the district council, on May 4, 1949, was rechartered as the Hudson Valley District Council of Carpenters, the change of name more closely describing its jurisdiction. New local unions continued to be created, and independent local unions continued to affiliate with the district council. By the early 1950's the district council represented carpenters in Columbia, Delaware, Dutchess, Greene, Sullivan, and Ulster counties.

New York Republican State Committee Records, 1888-2001 5.39 cubic ft.

The New York Republican State Committee (NYRSC) is a representational legislative branch for the New York Republican Party which nominates Republican candidates for state and federal positions.

Hinsdill Parsons Papers, 1890-1912 2 cubic ft.

The Hinsdill Parsons Papers contain materials from Parsons' employment as general counsel at General Electric beginning in 1894, as well as personal and financial papers.

Dutton S. Peterson Papers, 1892-1965 105.44 cubic ft.

Dutton S. Peterson was born in Costello, Pennsylvania on December 10, 1894. Peterson served in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War I and was a Methodist minister. Peterson was a member of the New York State Assembly from Schuyler County (1937-1942) and the New York State Senate (46th District 1953-1954, 50th District 1955-1964). Peterson died on October 20, 1964 and was buried at the Laurel Hill Cemetery in Odessa, New York. This collection contains materials relating to his time in the New York State Congress.

Graphic Communications International Union Local 10-b, Of Albany, New York, Records, 1892-1989 2 Reelss

The Correctional Association of New York Records includes records from the Board of Directors, annual reports, prison visit files, Narcotics Committee files, program and bureau files, project files, subject files, and publications. The only records of the organization available from the nineteenth century are the annual reports, which have been microfilmed and are available in the University Library.

Sheet Metal Workers International Association Local 83 Records, 1892-1989 2 cubic ft.

The Sheet Metal Workers International Association, Local 83 Records document the day-to-day operations of the union from the years 1892-1984 using meeting minutes and other documents refrenced in the minutes including correspondence, treasurer's reports, newsletters and strike bulletins.

The Legislative Correspondents' Association of the State of New York Records, 1892-2014 10.41 cubic ft.

This collection contains materials about The Legislative Correspondents' Association of the State of New York, especially its celebrated annual dinner held since 1900.

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New York State Modern Political Archive

Elected officials, interest groups, and activists from New York State.

Norman Studer Papers, 1817-2012 18.84 cubic ft.

Henry S. Manley Papers, 1849-1960 2.26 cubic ft.

Albany Typographical Union No. 4, Communications Workers of America Records, 1850-1988 27 reels of microfilm

Eugene James Keogh Papers, 1854-1858, bulk 1937/1972 171 cubic ft.

Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) Of Albany, New York Records, 1863-1996 20.21 cubic ft.

Lee (Leland) N. Vedder Papers, 1865-1960 14 cubic ft.

International Typographical Union Collection, 1870-1936 0.4 cubic ft.

Mental Health Association in New York State, Inc. (MHANYS) Records, 1879-2002 35.75 cubic ft.

Carleton P. Simon Papers, 1881-1952, 1956 2.0 cubic ft.

Frank C. Moore Papers, 1881-1978 55 cubic ft.

E. Ogden Bush Papers, 1884, 1958-1965 9.6 cubic ft.

William Stiles Bennet Papers, 1884-1959 12.42 cubic ft.

International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftsmen, Local 16 Records, 1886-1930 0.6 cubic ft.

Hudson Valley District Council of Carpenters Records, 1887-1990 17.52 cubic ft.

New York Republican State Committee Records, 1888-2001 5.39 cubic ft.

Hinsdill Parsons Papers, 1890-1912 2 cubic ft.

Dutton S. Peterson Papers, 1892-1965 105.44 cubic ft.

Graphic Communications International Union Local 10-b, Of Albany, New York, Records, 1892-1989 2 Reelss

Sheet Metal Workers International Association Local 83 Records, 1892-1989 2 cubic ft.

The Legislative Correspondents' Association of the State of New York Records, 1892-2014 10.41 cubic ft.

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Norman Studer Papers, 1817-2012 18.84 cubic ft.

Henry S. Manley Papers, 1849-1960 2.26 cubic ft.

Albany Typographical Union No. 4, Communications Workers of America Records, 1850-1988 27 reels of microfilm

Eugene James Keogh Papers, 1854-1858, bulk 1937/1972 171 cubic ft.

Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) Of Albany, New York Records, 1863-1996 20.21 cubic ft.

Lee (Leland) N. Vedder Papers, 1865-1960 14 cubic ft.

International Typographical Union Collection, 1870-1936 0.4 cubic ft.

Mental Health Association in New York State, Inc. (MHANYS) Records, 1879-2002 35.75 cubic ft.

Carleton P. Simon Papers, 1881-1952, 1956 2.0 cubic ft.

Frank C. Moore Papers, 1881-1978 55 cubic ft.

E. Ogden Bush Papers, 1884, 1958-1965 9.6 cubic ft.

William Stiles Bennet Papers, 1884-1959 12.42 cubic ft.

International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftsmen, Local 16 Records, 1886-1930 0.6 cubic ft.

Hudson Valley District Council of Carpenters Records, 1887-1990 17.52 cubic ft.

New York Republican State Committee Records, 1888-2001 5.39 cubic ft.

Hinsdill Parsons Papers, 1890-1912 2 cubic ft.

Dutton S. Peterson Papers, 1892-1965 105.44 cubic ft.

Graphic Communications International Union Local 10-b, Of Albany, New York, Records, 1892-1989 2 Reelss

Sheet Metal Workers International Association Local 83 Records, 1892-1989 2 cubic ft.

The Legislative Correspondents' Association of the State of New York Records, 1892-2014 10.41 cubic ft.

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