Archibal Stevenson files, 1919-1920.

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Archibal Stevenson files, 1919-1920.

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Much of the series documents Stevenson's investigations of formal attempts to 'Americanize' immigrants in such institutions and organizations as public schools in New York and other states; religious organizations in New York City; civic groups in New York City; the National Security League in New York City; local chambers of commerce; and business and commerce organizations. Topics and record types include drafts of various portions of the committee's final report; examination of various constructive measures utilized to combat the spread of seditious thought; certification requirements and curriculum for teachers to conduct classes in Americanization and English; and synopses of comments from religious, educational, and community leaders.

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New York State Archives

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New York (State). Legislature. Joint Legislative Committee to Investigate Seditious Activities

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During its investigation, the committee searched New York City headquarters of suspected radical organizations, collected testimony from individuals active in these organizations, and assisted in the prosecution of many individuals charged with criminal anarchy under several sections of the state's Penal Law, as part of its charge to investigate radical activity. The state's Attorney General served as the counsel to the committee and was very active during these investigations. From ...

Stevenson, Archibald E. (Archibald Ewing), 1884-1961

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