Assistant Herbert Block subject files, 1948-1993, bulk: 1986-1993
Scope and Contents
Series 1.4 consists of the subject files of Herbert Block, an Assistant to the Mayor who served in the Offices of Constituency Affairs, which acted as the mayor's liaisons to various marginalized communities, particularly when it came to the issue of intergroup relations. In his capacity, Block was the mayor's chief liaison to the Jewish community. Subjects include the Anti-Defamation League, Children's Week 1990, Crown Heights, elections, the Holocaust Museum, Israel’s 40th Anniversary, Jewish Heritage Week, and the Salute to Israel Parade. The files contain correspondence, memoranda, reports, and printed materials such as brochures, newsletters, and clippings.
Extent
18 cubic feet (36 boxes)
Dates
1948-1993, bulk 1986-1993
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open for research. Patrons are required to use microfilm or digital copies for those series for which it is available. Advance notice is required for using original material. Please contact us to arrange access.
Additional Description
Arrangement
Arranged alphabetically by subject.
Existence and Location of Copies
This series has been microfilmed. See microfilm rolls 1-18 (master negative nos. 23268-23285).