People files and Subject files were designations created and maintained by Times archivists the Historical materials series was created by the processing archivist at The New York Public Library to encompass uncategorized records of historic significance. The scope and content of each series is described in greater detail at the series level in the following container list. These files are divided into three series: I. The General files are a record group of the archives of The New York Times Company, described by a former Times archivist as comprising "material that stems from diverse sources and does not pertain to a specific individual's or department's record group, or to a special collection." These files document the activities of the Times Company and many of its subsidiaries (most significantly and extensively The New York Times newspaper) in a broad sense, and their contents often complement the editorial and desk files also now held by the Manuscripts and Archives Division of The New York Public Library. The bulk of the material in these files dates from the twentieth century, though there are also significant nineteenth century records which predate Adolph S. The files primarily pertain to The New York Times and are rich in information about Times staff and their roles and responsibilities the intellectual and physical production of the newspaper the impact of historical events on its form and content and myriad decisions made in the course of daily operations. The New York Times Company Records: General files document many aspects of The New York Times Company, the newspapers it publishes (most significantly The New York Times but also The Chattanooga Times and other regional and international newspapers), its subsidiary holdings, and its financial management and daily operations. Restrictions apply Portions of this collection have been digitized and are available online. Repository Manuscripts and Archives Division Access to materials Request an in-person research appointment. General files, Manuscripts and Archives Division, The New York Public Library. Creator New York Times Company Call number MssCol 17802 Physical description 138.47 linear feet (344 boxes) Preferred Citation
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