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Commission to Study the Integration of the State Judicial System records

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Identifier: RG028_003
Abstract

The Commission studied the State's judicial system with regards to methods of appointment of judges and their tenure in office and salaries.

Dates: 1943-1945

Commission to Study the Management of State Government records

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Identifier: RG028_009
Abstract

The Commission conducted a comprehensive study of state government and made cost cutting and revenue enhancement recommendations for agencies.

Dates: 1989-1990

Commissioner of Steamship Terminals records

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Identifier: RG089_037
Abstract

The Commissioners of Steamship Terminals were empowered, in addition to general liaison assistance in the promotion of water transportation and port development throughout the state, specifically to acquire, own, construct, maintain and operate docks, piers, terminals, equipment, warehouses, etc. "or any other appropriate harbor facilities" in New London, Waterford, Groton, Stonington, Ledyard, Preston, Montville and Norwich.

Dates: 1915

Committee on Contested Elections records

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Identifier: RG002_025_CONTELEC
Abstract

Meeting minutes, transcripts, and report related to Gloria Bogen, Republican Candidate for office of State Representative in the 73rd Assembly District, challenge of the results of the November 6, 1984 election and the recanvas thereof.

Dates: 1985

Committee on Human Services records

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Identifier: RG002_025_HUM
Abstract

Human Services Committee meeting material.

Dates: 1987-1997

Committee on Library Improvement records

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Identifier: RG083
Abstract

Governor John Dempsey appointed a nine-member committee in December 1963 to recommend action to improve library services to the state of Connecticut.

Dates: 1963-1965

Committee on the Structure of State Government records

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Identifier: RG028_006
Abstract

The Committee studied the overall functions of state government and its agencies as well as their relationships with commissions and committees.

Dates: 1976-1977

Company K Veteran Corps records

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Identifier: RG173_001
Abstract

The Company K Veterans Corps of Hartford was founded in 1879 "to promote the interests and welfare of the active Company and preserve and continue the recollection of the service in the National Guard." All past members of Company K, First Regiment Infantry, Connecticut National Guard who had received an honorable discharge were eligible for election into this corps.

Dates: circa 1878-1948

Connecticut 375 Commission records

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Identifier: RG166_005
Abstract

The 375 Commission was established by Executive Order 37 signed by Governor M. Jodi Rell on January 20, 2010. The Commission raised funds and developed events and festivities during the year long anniversary.

Dates: 1961-2010; 2010

Connecticut Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission records

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Identifier: RG166_003
Abstract

The Connecticut Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission was created to commemorate the bicentennial of Abraham Lincoln's birth by encouraging educational, historical and other organizations to develop Lincoln-related programs and events throughout the state from 2008 to February 12, 2010.

Dates: 2008-2010

Connecticut Archives

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Identifier: RG001_010
Abstract

Papers and correspondence of the General Assembly, the Governor and Council, and other colony or state officials.

Dates: 1629-1856, bulk 1629-1820

Connecticut Behavioral Health Partnership Oversight Council records

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Identifier: RG002_025_BHPOC
Abstract

The Council advises the Departments of Children and Families, and Mental Health and Addiction Services, and Social Services on the planning and implementation of the statutory Behavioral Health Partnership (BHP). Records are comprised of meeting summaries of the Council and its subcommittees.

Dates: 2005-2009

Connecticut Colonial Land Records

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Identifier: RG001_004
Abstract

Early deeds, land records, turnpike records.

Dates: 1640-1846

Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities records

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Identifier: RG154
Abstract In 1943, the General Assembly created the first state race relations board in the nation, known as the Interracial Commission. Over the years, the agency’s name has changed, and today it is called the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities. CHRO seeks to eliminate discrimination based on race, sexual preference, gender, age, or religion in Connecticut by enforcing statutes, monitoring state agencies’ affirmative action plans and reports, and engaging in advocacy and public education....
Dates: 1944-2002

Connecticut Council of Churches and Religious Education records

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Identifier: RG134
Abstract The Connecticut Council of Churches and Religious Education was formed "to promote and extend the Christian religion in Connecticut by furnishing an interdenominational agency for cooperation in Christian education, comity, and social relations". Contains minutes, treasurer's records, convention records, printed materials, reports and statistics of the Connecticut Federation of Churches, Connecticut Sunday School Union, Connecticut Sunday School Teachers Association, Connecticut Sunday...
Dates: 1832-1997

Connecticut Daughters of the American Revolution family records

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Identifier: RG074_044
Abstract

Genealogical records copied from different sources by members of DAR chapters in Connecticut.

Dates: 1957-1998

Connecticut Development Commission’s Survey of Connecticut

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Identifier: PG170
Abstract

Scenic views, points of interest, roads, waterways, cities and towns, state government buildings, institutions and parks. 750 photographs. Click here to see the scanned paper finding aid and container list (pdf).

Dates: 1937-1957

Connecticut Flood Recovery Committee records

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Identifier: RG039
Abstract

Following the disastrous flood of August 19, 1955, called the "worst flood in the history of eastern United States," Governor Abraham Ribicoff appointed a twenty-member committee to study the immediate problems to be faced and to recommend a program of rehabilitation.

Dates: 1955-1956

Connecticut Forest and Park Association records

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Identifier: RG169_007
Abstract The Connecticut Forest and Park Association (CFPA) was founded on December 30, 1895, in Weatogue, Connecticut, at the home of Reverend Horace Winslow, as the Connecticut Forestry Association. In 1928, the Connecticut Forestry Association changed its name to the Connecticut Forest and Park Association. The name change reflected the association’s interest in recreation and leisure. Records include administrative files, minutes, correspondence, financial records, subject files, committee files,...
Dates: 1850-2019

Connecticut General Assembly Portraits collection

 Collection
Identifier: PG540
Abstract

Individual and group portraits, albums and autographs of legislators and other state officials. circa 1,650 photographs. Click here to see the scanned paper finding aid and container list (pdf).

Dates: 1861 - 2004

Connecticut Governor records

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Identifier: RG005
Abstract

Includes Executive Clerk, proclamations, correspondence, bond registers, applications, miscellaneous reports, commitment papers, appointment registers, Commissioner of Deeds, Lt. Governor, requisitions and waivers of extradition, and records of individual administrations beginning with Frank B. Weeks, 1909-1911.

Dates: 1630-2018

Connecticut group portraits collection

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Identifier: PG560
Abstract

This collection contains over 100 group portraits of local and state officials, governors & their staff, Connecticut lawyers and members of local organizaitions.

Dates: 1864-2007

Connecticut Historical Commission records

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Identifier: RG024
Abstract

The Connecticut Historical Commission performed a variety of functions having to do with the preservation of historic sites and structures and other historical resources.

Dates: 1768-1987

Connecticut Library Association records

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Identifier: RG127
Abstract

The Connecticut Library Association (CLA) was organized in 1891 in New Haven to promote library interests by discussion and interchange of ideas and methods, and not to “trench upon the province of the American Library Association.” The original aims of the CLA have grown to include standards for librarianship, advancing types of library services, and providing opportunities for action upon mutual problems by trustees, librarians, and others interested in library affairs.

Dates: 1891-1995

Connecticut Magazine Co. records

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Identifier: RG121
Abstract The Connecticut Magazine, described itself as "Incorporated under the laws of Connecticut for the purpose of collecting in permanent form the various phases of history, literature, art, science, genius, industry and all that pertains to the maintenance of the honorable record which this state has attained," in its company letterhead. The Connecticut Magazine was the successor to Connecticut...
Dates: 1896-1910, undated

Connecticut Medical Society records

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Identifier: RG138
Abstract

The Connecticut Medical Society was incorporated in 1792. From its inception, until 1893, the Society was responsible for licensing physicians. Now known as the Connecticut State Medical Society, it exists as a voluntary non-profit organization for scientific and educational purposes.

Dates: 1792-1912

Connecticut military portrait collection

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Identifier: PG570
Abstract

This collection combines both group and individual portraits of Connecticut soldiers and veterans. A number of Connecticut National Guard, Putnam Phalanx, New Haven Grays and World War II portraits are included in the Collection, but Civil War veterans predominate.

Dates: circa 1860-1959

Connecticut Office of Price Administration records

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Identifier: RG035
Abstract

In August 1941, the Federal government set up the Office of Price Administration in order to stabilize prices, obtain optimum production of essential war materials and prevent a post-war price collapse.

Dates: 1942-1949

Connecticut Optometric Society records

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Identifier: RG139
Abstract

The Connecticut Optometric Society, formerly known as the Connecticut State Optical Society, was organized July 29, 1908. The records include minutes of meetings, correspondence, reports, membership lists, and general records of the society.

Dates: 1908-1942

Connecticut Organization of Women Legislators records

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Identifier: RG156
Abstract In 1927, State Representative Julia Emery of Stamford formed the Connecticut Order of Women Legislators, the first in the nation. Its objectives were to promote a network and decide on priority legislation. In 1938, Ms. Emery led a movement to establish a national order. Today the OWL promotes a legislative agenda for the General Assembly. This group contains guest books, a list of female legislators in Connecticut, 1921-1945, state and national by-laws, group photographs, and 6 scrapbooks,...
Dates: 1921-1984