New York (N.Y.)

Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Grover A. Whalen papers

Collection MSS-0042
Abstract: Grover Aloysius Whalen, 1886-1962, was a public official and businessman whose professional life in New York City spanned over sixty years. He was best known for his long-held role as New York City's official greater that earned him the moniker "Mr. New York." The collection consists of materials documenting the various positions held by Grover Whalen, both in New York City government and in the private sector, from circa 1918-1957. The collection includes correspondence, invitations,...
Dates: 1852; 1871; circa 1895-1958; bulk 1919-1958

Mayor David N. Dinkins records

Collection REC-0037
Abstract: The 106th Mayor of New York City, David N. Dinkins, was sworn-in to office on January 1, 1990, becoming the first Black person in the city’s history to hold the position. This collection primarily contains the material generated by the daily workings of the Office of the Mayor during the years of his administration, 1990-1993.
Dates: 1948-1998; bulk 1990-1993

Mayor Fiorello H. La Guardia records

Collection REC-0028
Abstract: Fiorello H. La Guardia was the 99th Mayor of New York City for three terms from 1934 to 1945. This collection primarily contains the material generated by the daily workings of the Office of the Mayor during his administration. Also included are records produced by La Guardia in public service roles outside of those preformed while serving as Mayor.
Dates: 1864-1954; bulk 1934-1945

New York Police Department surveillance films

Collection REC-0063
Abstract: Throughout the 20th century, the New York City Police Department (NYPD) conducted overt and covert surveillance on groups and individuals identified as potential security threats to the City. This collection comprises black and white 16 mm silent surveillance films. They were shot by the NYPD Photo Unit for Manhattan (PUM) for the Bureau of Special Services and Investigations (BOSSI). The subjects include a broad range of political activist groups and events from 1960 to 1980. The films are...
Dates: 1960-1980

WNYC-TV moving images

Collection REC-0047
Abstract: This collection consists of moving image materials produced by WNYC-TV from about 1943-1998.
Dates: circa 1943-1998

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