Special reports and hearing transcripts, 1913-1973.

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Special reports and hearing transcripts, 1913-1973.

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By its constitutional and statutory authority to provide advice and consent to the governor, the Council approves, among others, the appointments of judicial and quasi-judicial officers, the adjournment or prorogration of the General Court, the granting of pardons, and warrants authorizing expenditures from the Treasury. Reports and transcripts of hearing testimony relate to matters brought before the Council for its consideration, including the appointment, reappointment, or removal of persons in executive and judicial positions, examinations of spending deficits, and inquiries into the management of state programs and agencies. These files supplement: Minutes ((M-Ar)329) and: Executive records ((M-Ar)327) in providing more detailed information on certain matters brought before the Council.

2.12 cubic ft. (1 record center carton and 3 doc. boxes)

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